Lifespan Faith Development for
Children and Adults
Sunday Mornings at 10am For this Sunday's program click on current
Steeple Notes 2008 - 2009 Year at a Glance Children & Youth Program Information Adult Program Information 
A Statement of Philosophy and Practice The Purpose of Lifespan Faith Development is to offer an intentional process by which individuals can: • Discover their gifts and calling
• Build a spiritual foundation grounded in UU traditions and practices
• Develop the skills to live in covenanted community which inspires and sustains us. Our Goals are to:
• Support individuals and communities in discovering where their gifts meets the world’s needs.
• Provide opportunities for generations to share wisdom with one another.
• Development skills necessary to interact with the world community based on principles and sources.
• Provide opportunities for the continued renewal of The mind, body and spirit.
Our leaders practice cooperative learning. We strive to make our sessions free from traditional bias in matters of sex, economic background, race, physical or mental ability, religious belief and family composition.
We realize that art and music can be powerful tools, and we strive to include activities that encourage all of us to respond to the arts in a spiritual way.
Our denomination encourages faith development programs that serve the needs of a diverse population, and advocacy for the health and well being of all people in our world.
We strive to create an environment, where children, youth, and adults are encouraged to develop their own spiritual path. By fostering the development of personal values, providing knowledge of history and tradition, and creating space for the development of mind and body; we hope to provide our congregation with a way of relating their own lives to the world around them. People of all ages and abilities are welcome to join us. We will make every effort to accommodate full participation of participants who have special needs. Our Commitment to Safety Being aware that churches are no safer than homes, schools, or cities where people are hurt, shamed, or minimized, we, the members of First UU Church of Toledo, seek to provide a Safe Congregation--a sanctuary where all people are treated with care and respect, where no human harm will ever touch them, where no teachings will lead them to think less of themselves or of others. To this end, we will strive to provide: Activities emphasizing positive, caring relationships with others; a clean, well-lighted physical setting which permits safe movement; a code of behavior subscribed to by all leaders; and a Safe Congregation Procedural Handbook GENERAL SCHEDULE 10:00 a.m. – 10:55 a.m. Religious Exploration for children, and adults: During the 11:00 AM Service The UU Café is available for preschool through senior high. The UU Café offers activity stations and games that encourage spirituality and creativity. Monthly, a structured activity is offered around environmental issues. Nursery care is also available at this time. Preschoolers and Kindergartners are welcome in the Nursery if they would be more comfortable with younger children. Prior to the “time for all children” portion of the Sunday worship service, the children may contribute to a collection to support our partner church in Aranyosrakos, Romania. Our partner church was dedicated in 1765 and has consistently provided a forum for liberal Christians in the area close to Cluj. After the Service Please retrieve children from nursery age through First grade promptly at the end of the worship service. Many volunteers are also parents that need to get their own children. Older children generally meet their parents at coffee hour. To ensure a safe congregation for all, any child under age 18 must be with an adult when they are in the church building. A play area is located in Channing for children. Toys and art projects are available to them during coffee hour. The area is not supervised by staff. We ask that children and parents keep the area clean! Which Class should my child attend? The age groupings are recommendations only. You are welcome to request that your child be placed in the group above or below them based on their individual skills. Note that the Senior High group must be the equivalent of ninth grade to attend. Volunteer Opportunities Our adult church members donate hundreds of hours of their time to keep our programs engaging and exciting. Please consider sharing your talents with others. Flexible hours are always available. Training and love provided! See the MRE or a council member Teens: Need community service hours? We have opportunities for you! Religious Education CouncilThe Religious Education Council plans policy, procedures, and curriculum for the RE program serving children through adults. Please feel free to contact us with questions, suggestions or concerns. RE Council 2008-2009Ylisse Yepez, Chair
rechair@uutoledo.org
Gail Conrad Mike Hill David Strickler
Randy Nissen Krista Schneider
Rev. Lynn Kerr, Minister of Religious Education
(O) 419-381-6999 (C) 419-343-2292, or revlynn@uutoledo.org The MRE’s Committee on Ministry would also be glad to speak to you. The members are Wes Bullock, Budd Gauger, and Maggie Mohan. |
