Adult Religious Education
Helping Individuals Discover Meaning and Mystery, and
Deepening Connections with Others and with Creation
Unitarian Universalism embraces growth throughout the lifespan.· We don’t stop developing our ideas, reactions, and ways of coping with life because we’ve passed a particular birthday.· At First Unitarian Church, we present materials and ways of interacting designed to make a difference in your life and to help you connect with and better understand others.· Explore our programming on Sunday mornings, Tuesday mornings, Wellspring Wednesdays, Saturday workshops, and other times.
Unless otherwise indicated, newcomers are welcome to all classes.· This is a great way to get to know the church – both the people in it and the ideas that link us together.
Our Adult RE programs include:
Sundays at 10 AM
Our Sunday morning schedule of adult religious education opportunities includes classes ranging over a variety of topics, including World Religion, Metaphysics, Personal Theology, Spiritual Practices, Bible, Philosophy, Comparing Sacred Texts, and Science and Religion.
Current:
Catechism with an Open Mind: Through questions and reflection readings, our discussion leads us to a deeper understanding of religion, God, humanity, and Unitarian Universalism.· Jefferson Room.· Janice Martin and Rev. Jonalu Johnstone, Leaders.
September to December, 2010:
Faithful Choices:· An Adult Program in Clinical Ethics and Religious Values
What Moves Us:· Unitarian Universalist Theology
Other Sunday morning programs
- Forum
- Sustainable Living Discussion
- Young Adults
Tuesdays 10:30-11:30 AM in the Eddy Room
Discussion-oriented class led most of the year by The Rev. Mark Christian, typically involves a multi-week study of a book dealing with Unitarian History, the Bible or other matters of spiritual significance.· Stay after to share in our weekly Brown Bag Lunch at 11:30.
• Wellspring Wednesday
Exploring Your Personal Growth
Participants get in touch with and reflect on their life, situations, emotions and feelings; identify patterns in behaviors, feelings, and actions; explore the reality of their lives, their values, and aspirations.· Cheryl McEvoy and George Suiter, Leaders.
Fall 2010
Tai Chi/Chi Gong
Cultivating body and mind:·· achieve stress reduction and improve your balance and flexibility through gentle movement of Tai Chi.· This group meets weekly from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM on Saturdays, usually in Daniel Hall.· Newcomers are always welcome, whether or not they have experience with Tai Chi.· Rev. Jonalu Johnstone and Margaret Roseboom, Leaders.
Saturday workshops
Leadership Development
All leaders and potential leaders in the church are invited to participate in “Harvest the Power” workshops, offered twice a year.· “Harvest the Power” was created not only to strengthen the skills and the confidence of individuals who have accepted a leadership role in our congregations, but also to provide the intentional faith development of integrated leaders who model healthy personal, spiritual and leadership practices.
Spirituality retreat
Offered yearly in February.· A chance to deepen your connections with the universe and one another through our winter retreat at St. Francis of the Woods.· The group experiences silence and profound sharing for a weekend surrounded by nature.
Path to Membership
Want to know more about Unitarian Universalism and First Unitarian Church?· Attend “Path to Membership,” with our ministers.· We explore a variety of theological, historical, and practical issues, striving to answer your questions and prepare you, if you wish, to join the church.· Offered three times a year, either as a Saturday workshop or on three consecutive Wednesday evenings. ·Please sign-up in advance at the Welcome Table or by calling the church office so that we know you’re interested!
Parenting
Each year we offer a class particularly targeted for parents.· More information as specifics are available.
Our Whole Lives (OWL) – Sexuality Education
As part of our commitment to a lifespan approach to healthy sexuality, we offer Adult OWL at least every other year.· Expect to hear more during program year 2011-2012.
