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  • The Program Give the people something of your new vision. You may possess a small light, but uncover it, let it shine, use it to bring more light and understanding to the hearts and minds of men and women. Give them not hell, but hope and courage... — John Murray, Early American Universalist...
    April 21, 2016 | From The New UU
  • People come to our congregations in many ways. Some research carefully, devouring every word on a congregation's website before entering the building. Some are drawn in by a newspaper story or an event poster, and decide to come and check the congregation out....
    April 21, 2016 | From The New UU
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  • We welcome your critique of this program, as well as your suggestions. Thank you for your feedback! Your input improves programs for all of our congregations....
    October 29, 2014 | From The New UU
  • We welcome your critique of this program, as well as your suggestions. Thank you for your feedback! Your input improves programs for all of our congregations....
    October 29, 2014 | From The New UU
  • Activity time: 35 minutes Materials for Activity Leader Resource 1, Background on Congregational Polity Newsprint, markers, and tape Copies of Singing the Living Tradition for all participants A map of your District or Region large enough to show your UUA District Preparation for Activity Review...
    Activity | October 28, 2014 | For Adults | From The New UU
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    Leader Resource | October 22, 2013 | For Adults | From The New UU
  • Complete the personalization of the letter by filling in the brackets in the text below. To determine the length of time each participant may speak, assume that the presentations will take 20 minutes and divide the time among the panelists....
    Leader Resource | December 9, 2011 | For Adults | From The New UU
  • Print out the incomplete sentences, enlarged to at least 16-point type. Cut the pages into strips, with one incomplete sentence on each strip. Select sentences most appropriate to your congregation, and/or add some of your own. Fold strips of paper and put them in a small basket or bowl....
    Leader Resource | December 9, 2011 | For Adults | From The New UU
  • Because we are a democratic community, members are collectively vested with responsibility for the congregation. Members may vote at any congregational meeting, be elected to the governing board, and participate in any activities of the congregation....
    Handout | December 9, 2011 | For Adults | From The New UU
  • It was the first gathering of a newly formed small group. The eight people who gathered in Ann's living room recognized one another, but had no real connection, except for the two married couples who were there....
    Story | December 9, 2011 | For Adults | From The New UU
    Tagged as: 4th Principle (Truth & Meaning), Acceptance, Brokenness, Caring, Community, Connections, Empathy, Gratitude, Growth, Honesty, Hospitality, New Member Ceremony, Unitarian Universalism
  • Activity time: 30 minutes Materials for Activity Leader Resource 2, Letter to Panelists Preparation for Activity Create a panel of three to five congregation members from a variety of backgrounds, interests, cultures, perspectives, and ages who have interesting stories about the impact of the...
    Activity | December 9, 2011 | For Adults | From The New UU
  • Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity Brochures, events calendars, and/or lists of groups and contact people Preparation for Activity Consult with the Membership Committee and/or Volunteer Coordinator of your congregation to determine how best to let participants know about getting...
    Activity | December 9, 2011 | For Adults | From The New UU
  • Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Bell or chime Bowl of stones Chalice table Preparation for Activity Place bowl of stones on the table with the chalice....
    Activity | December 9, 2011 | For Adults | From The New UU
  • Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity Congregational Membership Book Pen Optional: Membership packet and/or welcome gifts Preparation for Activity Invite officials of the congregation-president, minister, Membership Committee chair-to attend and welcome new members. If new members are...
    Activity | December 9, 2011 | For Adults | From The New UU
  • Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity The original Parking Lot list from Workshop 1, including any questions that have been added during subsequent workshops Preparation for Activity Review the Parking Lot with co-facilitators....
    Activity | December 9, 2011 | For Adults | From The New UU
  • Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Handout 1, Rights and Responsibilities of Membership Preparation for Activity Review Handout 1, Rights and Responsibilities of Membership. Modify it to reflect the expectations in your congregation. Print it and copy for all participants....
    Activity | December 9, 2011 | For Adults | From The New UU
  • Activity time: 20 minutes Materials for Activity Story, "A New Small Group" Preparation for Activity Make copies of the story "A New Small Group" for all participants. Description of Activity Introduce the activity with these or similar words: We are changed by the community we join....
    Activity | December 9, 2011 | For Adults | From The New UU