Religious Education (RE)
for children and Teens
The mission of the Religious Ed. program is to promote a welcoming and inclusive community that values children and youth.
Guided by the seven UU Principles, we strive to nurture the spiritual development of our children and families and to empower them to act on their beliefs and meet the challenges of a changing world.
Our goals for faith formation of our youth
We value each child’s quest for truth and cultivate acceptance of one another’s evolving beliefs. We encourage thinking, questioning, listening, perceiving, and sharing. In our groups and classes, we uphold democratic process and emphasize fair treatment.
With this approach, we strive to help children:
With this approach, we strive to help children:
- Find their place in the universe and experience feelings of wonder for and connection to all of life;
- Build a true sense of themselves as lovable and capable human beings responsible for determining the quality and direction of their lives;
- Develop appreciation for the worth and rights of others;
- Explore spiritual paths in order to clarify and articulate their personal beliefs and values;
- Understand and act on their ability to work for positive change in the world;
- Gain an appreciation of the natural world and an understanding of their responsibilities to it.
