Session 13: Finding Beauty in Uniqueness Part of Signs of Our Faith In This Section Introduction From Signs of Our Faith While we have the gift of life, it seems to me the only tragedy is to allow part of us to die - whether it is our spirit, our creativity or our glorious... Session-at-a-Glance From Signs of Our Faith Activity Minutes Opening 2 Activity 1: Story — Oshun Loses Her Beauty 15 Activity 2: Uniqueness Game 20 Activity 3: Cultural Sharing 10 Activity 4:... Spiritual Preparation From Signs of Our Faith Unitarian Universalism values diversity. We believe each of us should be welcome to bring our whole selves to our community.... Opening From Signs of Our Faith Activity time: 2 minutes Materials for Activity Chalice, candle and lighter or LED battery-operated candle Centering table A chime or bell Newsprint,... Activity 1: Story - Oshun Loses Her Beauty From Signs of Our Faith Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Copy of the story, "Oshun Loses Her Beauty" Optional: Leader Resource 1, Santerian Gods and Goddesses... Activity 2: Uniqueness Game From Signs of Our Faith Activity time: 20 minutes Preparation for Activity Read the description of the game so you will be able to lead it smoothly. Read Alternate Activity 2,... Activity 3: Cultural Sharing From Signs of Our Faith Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity Newsprint, markers, and tape A book for a role play Preparation for Activity Write "cultural sharing" a... Activity 4: Problem Solving From Signs of Our Faith Activity time: 10 minutes Preparation for Activity Prepare several "problems" that children can role play. Make sure each problem has a wide variety of... Closing From Signs of Our Faith Activity time: 3 minutes Materials for Activity Chalice, candle, and lighter or LED battery-operated candle Taking It Home Newsprint, markers, and tape... Leader Reflection and Planning From Signs of Our Faith What went well in this session? What would you do differently next time? Did the children understand respectful cultural sharing? Even if they did not... Faith In Action: Recognizing New Members From Signs of Our Faith Activity time: 60 minutes Materials for Activity Camera Writing paper and instruments Snacks Art materials to make a display Preparation for Activity... Alternate Activity 1: Leadership in Action - Telling a Story in Worship From Signs of Our Faith Materials for Activity A story to share with the congregation Costumes, props, music and a music player Preparation for Activity Coordinate the worship... Alternate Activity 2: Unique Name Tags From Signs of Our Faith Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity Blank name tags Art materials, such as crayons, color pencils or markers, glitter, and glue sticks... Alternate Activity 3: Different Beliefs From Signs of Our Faith Activity time: 30 minutes Materials for Activity Newsprint, markers, and tape Preparation for Activity At least three weeks ahead of time, recruit three... Taking It Home From Signs of Our Faith While we have the gift of life, it seems to me the only tragedy is to allow part of us to die - whether it is our spirit, our creativity or our glorious... Oshun Loses Her Beauty From Signs of Our Faith Based on a Santerian story. Special thanks to Lesley Murdoch for her insights to Afro-Caribbean religions. The Orisha are gods that came originally from... Handout 1: Coloring Page of Oshun From Signs of Our Faith Printing This Handout Download a high-resolution copy of this Handout (PDF) for printing. Leader Resource 1: Santerian Gods and Goddesses From Signs of Our Faith Printing This Handout Download a high-resolution copy of this Handout (PDF) for printing. Find Out More From Signs of Our Faith Santeria Read versions of the story "Oshun Loses Her Beauty" on the Voices from Venus website, the Angel Fire website, and the OrishanetMoving Toward an... PREVIOUS: Find Out More UP: Signs of Our Faith NEXT: Introduction Download all of Signs of Our Faith (Word) (PDF) to edit or print.