Forming Faith

This month, our students will continue their exciting Passport to Spirituality journey as they explore different religions and cultures from around the world. Through engaging lessons, discussions, stories, and hands-on activities, students will learn about the beliefs, traditions, and values of diverse communities while developing respect and appreciation for people of all backgrounds. August 9 – China: TaoismStudents will “travel” to China to learn about Taoism, a philosophy and religion that teaches the importance of living in harmony with nature,…

This July, our Religious Exploration travelers will continue their Passport to Spirituality adventure as they explore different faiths and cultures from around the world! Through stories, games, crafts, and meaningful discussions, children will discover the beliefs, traditions, and values that make each religion unique while celebrating curiosity, respect, and our shared humanity. July Schedule July 5: JudaismJuly 12: Nepal: Spiritual Traditions & CultureJuly 19: TaoismJuly 26: Passport Review – We’ll revisit the religions we’ve explored this month through fun activities,…

This month, the Religious Exploration classes will come together to celebrate and review the 7 UU values we explored throughout the spring! Through games, discussion, and shared activities, our kids will reflect on the many ways they’ve practiced love, justice, pluralism, interdependence, generosity, transformation, and equity in their everyday lives. We’re excited to celebrate all they’ve learned together as a community! To celebrate the hard work of our elementary and middle school classes, we will also be having a pizza…

As Religious Exploration classes enter the month of May, our elementary class will be learning about the UU value of Pluralism, exploring how we can honor many beliefs, perspectives, and ways of being in the world. Through stories, activities, and discussion, they will learn how our differences can help us grow stronger together. Our middle school class will be learning about the important themes of courage and empathy, and how these qualities help us lead with kindness and confidence. On…

April is full of fun, learning, and community in our Religious Exploration classes! On April 5th, middle school youth will gather for their twice-monthly class, exploring the topic of communication, while elementary students will dive into the 4th UU value through engaging games, crafts, and snacks. After the service, all are invited to join our exciting Egg Hunt & Spring Carnival from 11:45am–1:30pm, featuring games, face painting, crafts, and an egg hunt for toddlers through 8th grade. On April 12th,…

Elementary Class Through the month of March, the elementary class will be continuing learning the 7 UU Values! On March 8th the class will learn about the 2nd principal of justice. We will explore equality and compassion in human relations, this principle is often taught by encouraging kids to be themselves, fostering kindness, and exploring themes of fairness and inclusivity through stories and activities. March 15th the elementary class will be learning on the 3rd UU Value of interdependence! In…

The OCUUC Religious Education Program invites you to join us for our upcoming events for the month of February! The RE middle school ages 5th-9th gradeWill now be meeting twice a month on the following dates:- February 22nd the class will learn about Choices and Accountability.- March 01 the class will be learning on Activation. The Elementary & middle school classes will be combining together on the following Sunday’s:-February 8th to have a very fun and interactive SuperBowl Party!-March 22nd…

The OCUUC Religious Education Program invites you to join us for our upcoming events for the month of January! The RE classes will be welcoming in the new year on January 4th as the elementary and middle school class will combine together to get their creativity on! There will be loads of supplies for the children to create their own Picasso self portrait! This will be a fun time to let our creativity run wild! Snacks and group games will…

Hello Friends, The OCUUC Religious Education Program invites you to join us for our upcoming events for the month of December! If you are interested in sharing your talents with the RE classes such as creating a class art project, game ideas, or would like to volunteer in the middle school or elementary classes as an assistant teacher, please see Danielle on how you can help! December 21 the RE classes will be combining together to have a holiday party…

As we enter the cool fall season, here are some upcoming events in the Religious Education (RE) elementary, OWL (Our Whole Lives) class, and the Nursery! If you are interested in sharing your talents with the RE classes such as creating a class art project, game ideas, or would like to volunteer in the middle school or elementary classes as an assistant teacher, please see Danielle on how you can help!

Happy October RE friends! We have some fun and exciting things happening this fall in the RE classes as this Friday is the start of Family camp at De Benneville Pines camp. This is extra exciting as we were not able to attend last year due to the unfortunate fires. I want to give a special Thanks to Maria Goode for all her planning with the Camp as well as a very grateful Thank you to the congregants who are…

As the seasons begin to change, the Religious Education classes will be Changing up our curriculum as we enter the School year! Starting Sunday 9/7 we will be starting our “Free to Believe” curriculum in the Elementary class. This curriculum is focused around helping our children understand the seven Unitarian Universalist principals. As this program is designed to nurture the emotional, social, and spiritual life of children. For our Children in the Religious Education Program ages 4-6th grade, we will…