Workshop 1: Covenant Part of Principled Commitment In This Section Introduction From Principled Commitment It takes years to marry completely two hearts, even the most loving and well assorted. A happy wedlock is a long falling in love. — Theodore Parker,... Workshop-at-a-Glance From Principled Commitment Activity Minutes Welcoming and Entering Opening 15 Activity 1: Participant Introductions 10 Activity 2: Getting Acquainted 15 Activity 3: Program Overvi... Spiritual Preparation From Principled Commitment This first session will focus on getting acquainted and working on both a group covenant and covenants for each individual couple.... Welcoming and Entering From Principled Commitment Materials for Activity Pocket folder for each participant Photocopies of the following handouts (one per participant): Handout 1: Getting Acquainted... Opening From Principled Commitment Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Altar or centering table Cloth for covering altar or centering table Chalice and candle Matches or ligh... Activity 1: Participant Introductions From Principled Commitment Activity time: 10 minutes Description of Activity Introduce yourselves as leaders, and invite participants to take turns briefly introducing themselves. Activity 2: Getting Acquainted From Principled Commitment Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Handout 1: Getting Acquainted (already in participants' folders) Pens or pencils (at least one per... Activity 3: Program Overview From Principled Commitment Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity Handout 2: Unitarian Universalist Principles and Sources (already in participants' folders) Handout 3:... Activity 4: Expectations From Principled Commitment Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity Newsprint Easel Markers Low-stick masking tape Description of Activity This brainstorming exercise give... Activity 5: Housekeeping From Principled Commitment Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Leader Resource 9: Refreshment Sign-up Sheet Pen or pencil Preparation for Activity Research your site t... Activity 6: Group Covenant From Principled Commitment Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Handout 2: Unitarian Universalist Principles and Sources (already in participants' folders) Handout 4:... Activity 7: Couple Covenant From Principled Commitment Activity time: 35 minutes Materials for Activity Handout 5: Couple Covenant Worksheet (already in participants' folders) Pens or pencils (one per... Closing From Principled Commitment Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Copies of customized Taking It Home handout (see Preparation) Preparation for Activity Review the Taking... Leader Reflection and Planning From Principled Commitment With your co-leader, take some time after the workshop to evaluate the session and plan for future sessions. Consider these questions: What parts of the... Alternate Activity 1: Faith In Action - Covenant From Principled Commitment Activity time: 20 minutes Materials for Activity Written examples of covenants from your congregation (one copy per participant) (see Preparation) Blank... Alternate Activity 2: Sharing Couple Stories From Principled Commitment Activity time: 30 minutes Description of Activity This activity can replace Activity 2, Getting Acquainted, or can be used in addition to Activity 2. Alternate Activity 3: Extended Discussion Of Covenant From Principled Commitment Activity time: 25 minutes Materials for Activity See Activity 7 Preparation for Activity See Activity 7 Description of Activity This activity allows... Taking It Home: Covenant From Principled Commitment Affection Connection — Covenant Extend your exploration of covenants by trying one or more of these activities on your own. For Couples: Reviewing Your... Handout 1: Getting Acquainted From Principled Commitment Handout 2: Unitarian Universalist Principles and Sources From Principled Commitment We, the member congregations of the Unitarian Universalist Association, covenant to affirm and promote: ... Handout 3: Workshop Descriptions and Schedule From Principled Commitment Our relationships can be reflections of our faith in the universe, in people, and in each other. As Unitarian Universalists, the seven Principles can be... Handout 4: Suggested Group Covenant From Principled Commitment Together, we covenant to explore and nurture healthy communication with our partners and others in our group. We will: Listen with an open mind and open... Handout 5: Couple Covenant Worksheet From Principled Commitment Communicating with a partner begins with appropriate effort and intention. This worksheet is designed to aid in that communication.... Leader Resource 1: Promoting The Program From Principled Commitment The following sample promotional materials can help you attract workshop participants.... Leader Resource 2: Sample Registration Form From Principled Commitment Principled Commitment is designed for partners' joint participation — individuals, whether partnered or not, cannot participate alone. We welcome... Leader Resource 3: Sample Welcome Letter From Principled Commitment This letter may be mailed or e-mailed to participants ahead of time. Dear , Thank you for your interest in the Principled Commitment workshop series. We... Leader Resource 4: Leading Principled Commitment as a Retreat From Principled Commitment The Principled Commitment workshops can be great resources for a couples' retreat, or a short series of couples' retreats.... Leader Resource 5: Welcoming Participants Who Are Hard Of Hearing From Principled Commitment These suggestions are designed to help your workshops be more welcoming and inclusive. Please refer to them as needed to adapt activities throughout the... Leader Resource 6: Welcoming Participants Who Are Blind Or Have Low Vision From Principled Commitment Many people who are called "blind" have some vision.... Leader Resource 7: Welcoming Participants Who Have Mobility Concerns From Principled Commitment In the US, 1.4 million people use scooters or wheelchairs. Millions more people use crutches, walkers, braces, or canes to help them get around.... Leader Resource 8: Participant Contact Information From Principled Commitment Names Mailing Address Phone E-mail Names Mailing Address Phone Email Names Mailing Address Phone E-mail Names Mailing Address Phone E-mail Names Mailing... Leader Resource 9: Refreshment Sign-up Sheet From Principled Commitment DateWorkshopNames ______Covenant_________________________________________ ______Humility_________________________________________... Leader Resource 10: Order Of Service - Covenant From Principled Commitment Follow this Order of Service as you lead the opening of Workshop 1: Covenant. Welcome Chalice Lighting Principle Reading Guided Meditation Poem Closing... Find Out More From Principled Commitment Herz, Walter P., ed. Redeeming Time: Endowing Your Church with the Power of Covenant. Skinner House, 1999. Kellerman, Lois, and Nelly Bly. Marriage from... 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