Session 11: Get Involved Part of Faithful Journeys, Grades 2-3 In This Section Introduction From Faithful Journeys We are learning that a standard of social ethics is not attained by traveling a sequestered byway, but by mixing on the thronged and common road where all must turn out for one another, and at least see the size of one another's burden. — Jane Addams, in Democracy and Social Ethics This session... Session-at-a-Glance From Faithful Journeys Activity Minutes Opening 2 Activity 1: Faithful Footprints 5 Activity 2: Move It! If You Want Justice and You Know It, Clap Your Hands 8 Activity 3: Story Basket and Centering 5 Activity 4: Story — Valentines for the Governor 10 Activity 5: Get Involved Action Campaign 23 Faith in Action:... Spiritual Preparation From Faithful Journeys If it would be helpful in creating sacred space, light a candle or chalice. Reflect on your own feelings relative to social change, your faith, and the democratic process. What does the fifth Principle, the right of conscience and the use of the democratic process, mean to you? How does it inform... Opening From Faithful Journeys Activity time: 2 minutes Materials for Activity Chalice candle or LED/battery-operated candle Lighter and extinguisher, if needed Newsprint, markers and tape Posters of the Unitarian Universalist Principles in both adult and children's language, or copies of Session 1, Handout 1 for all participa... Activity 1: Faithful Footprints From Faithful Journeys Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Faithful Journeys Path (Session 1, Leader Resource 2) Cutouts of footprints and (optional) wheelchair tracks, at least one for each participant, in a variety of colors (Session 1, Leader Resources 3 and 4) Markers Push pins, glue stick or tape... Activity 2: Move It! If You Want Justice and You Know It, Clap Your Hands From Faithful Journeys Activity time: 8 minutes Materials for Activity Newsprint, markers and tape Preparation for Activity If the children will have an opportunity to teach and lead this song during a congregational worship service, review Alternate Activity 3 before this session.... Activity 3: Story Basket and Centering From Faithful Journeys Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity A large basket Objects related to the story "Valentines for the Governor," such as Valentine's Day cards; wedding paraphernalia, such as a miniature bride-and-groom cake decoration; a heart-shaped box such as a gift box of chocolate candy; a photogr... Activity 4: Story - Valentines for the Governor From Faithful Journeys Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity A copy of the story "Valentines for the Governor" A chime, rain stick or other calming sound instrument Optional: Fidget object basket (Session 2, Leader Resource 2) Preparation for Activity Read the story a few times. Think about how you might use... Activity 5: Get Involved Action Campaign From Faithful Journeys Activity time: 23 minutes Materials for Activity Newsprint, markers and tape Postcards or paper and envelopes; pencils, pens or other writing/drawing implements; and correct postage stamps for mailing individual cards or letters Optional: Large envelopes/boxes to collect pieces for mailing or... Closing From Faithful Journeys Activity time: 7 minutes Materials for Activity Faithful Journeys Path Signpost for Session 11 (Leader Resource 1) and pins, glue stick or tape Copies of Session 1, Leader Resource 8, UU Principles Song, for all participants Optional: Newsprint, markers and tape Preparation for Activity Print out... Leader Reflection and Planning From Faithful Journeys Take a few minutes to evaluate the session with your co-leader immediately afterward, while it is fresh. Share your thoughts with any other team co-leaders and your director of religious education. You might find it helpful to consider these questions: Which activities worked well?... Faith In Action: Congregational Action Campaign From Faithful Journeys Activity time: 30 minutes Materials for Activity Postcards or paper and envelopes; pencils, pens or other writing/drawing implements; and correct postage stamps for mailing individual cards or letters Optional: Fact sheets about your campaign issue and voting records or other relevant information... Alternate Activity 1: Selecting a Cause for Get Involved Action Campaign From Faithful Journeys Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity Newsprint, markers and tape A copy of Leader Resource 2, Action Campaign Ideas Preparation for Activity Consult with your director of religious education, minister and/or social action committee to generate a list of campaign issue ideas and actions. Alternate Activity 2: Valentines for Marriage Equality From Faithful Journeys Activity time: 20 minutes Materials for Activity Newsprint, markers and tape A copy of the story "Valentines for the Governor" Red, pink and white construction paper Pens, pencils, markers and crayons Ribbon, lace doilies, stickers and other valentine decorations; scissors (including left-handed... Alternate Activity 3: Teach and Lead a Justice Song During Worship Service From Faithful Journeys Preparation for Activity Arrange with your minister, music director and director of religious education a date for the group to teach and lead this song during a worship service. Ask the music director or another musical volunteer to co-lead and/or accompany the song.... Taking It Home: Get Involved From Faithful Journeys We are learning that a standard of social ethics is not attained by traveling a sequestered byway, but by mixing on the thronged and common road where all must turn out for one another, and at least see the size of one another's burden. – Jane Addams, in Democracy and Social Ethics IN TODAY'S... Valentines For The Governor Joanna Solins From Faithful Journeys Have you ever stopped to think about all the different people you love, and all the different people who love you? There are many kinds of love, and many ways to show you love someone. Valentine's Day is a holiday that celebrates love. People often give each other cards on Valentine's Day to show... Leader Resource 1: Signpost for Session 11 From Faithful Journeys Cut out the signpost to attach to the Faithful Journeys Path. Printing This Handout Download a high-resolution copy of this Handout (PDF) for printing. Leader Resource 2: Action Campaign Ideas From Faithful Journeys Possible Justice Issues Protest global warming Housing for homeless families Animal rights or spay/neuter campaign Endangered species protection Peace Marriage equality Possible Actions Write and send emails, postcards or letters Create holiday cards (such as valentines) with a message; to protes... Find Out More From Faithful Journeys Unitarian Universalism and BGLT Issues The UUA website documents Unitarian Universalist involvement in and support of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer issues.... PREVIOUS: Find Out More UP: Faithful Journeys NEXT: Introduction Download all of Faithful Journeys (Word) (PDF) to edit or print.