Children’s Faith Development

Sundays at 10:30

Sunday Morning Overview

We begin every Sunday in the sanctuary. Most Sundays, children, youth, and leaders leave for small groups and activities after the story. On other Sundays, we worship as a whole congregation, and all ages remain in the sanctuary during the entire worship service. Whole congregation multigenerational worship is designed with all ages in mind. Multigenerational services offer childcare for young children.

Children are always welcome in worship! We love the joyful presence of little ones. If you and your child need a bit of space to move around, the East Room is available to listen to the service audio or join Rainbow Connections with your little one. We’re glad you’re here, however it works best for your family!”

The Rainbow Connection

Recommended for preschool and early elementary-aged children*

A central concept of Unitarian Universalism is the values congregations affirm and promote. These values enacted through a spiritual discipline of Love are Interdependence, Pluralism, Transformation, Justice, Generosity, and Equity.

We will begin to acquaint young children with the ideas behind these values and the attributes inherent in each. Meetings begin with circle time and may include stories, crafts, and games. The sessions will end with a period of free play.

*Parents with very young children should contact the Director of Family Ministry to discuss the best class placement for their child. We’re here to support your family’s needs!

World Blessings: Exploring Culture and Religion Through Cooking

Recommended for elementary and middle school-aged kids

An important tenet of Unitarian Universalism is an appreciation of our diverse world and its many blessings, and a Kid’s Cooking Club is a great way to experience this! World Blessings introduces elementary and middle school-aged kids to our world’s diverse countries, religions, and holidays through the shared activity of cooking.

Cooking is a wonderful way to engage in cultural appreciation and education without appropriation. In each session, we’ll explore the culture from which the recipe originates and introduce the country, religion, holiday, or holy day being studied. By exploring the foods and traditions of diverse cultures, we deepen our understanding of the world and our connection to one another.

Visit the Youth page for information about our 8th-12th grade programs.

Contact Michelle McKenzie-Creech, Director of Family Ministry, for more information.