Our Unitarian Universalist StoryBy Carol D. Meyer
- Theme and Description
- Explores UU identity within the context of the history and heritage of Unitarianism and Universalism. Readings, discussions, and activities help participants explore their spiritual development, religious attitudes, values and beliefs, and current theological trends and issues.
- Goals for Participants
- To understand the issues, disputes, and principles in the historical evolution of Unitarian Universalism;
To appreciate the struggles and sacrifices of historical figures in the movement;
To explore how their own faith journeys compare to those of UU forebears;
To feel pride in UU history.
- Age Range
- Adult
- Size of Group
- Flexible
- Space Requirements
- A comfortable room large enough for small- and large-group discussions
- Number and Length of Sessions
- 6 sessions
Length: 2 hours - Leader Training
- None required; experienced, co-leadership recommended
- Leader Preparation
- 3 hours or more per session
- Strengths
- Provides a much-needed introduction to Unitarian and Universalist histories.
Contains clear, well-scripted sessions.
Includes a variety of activities, including a play that can be read aloud or presented in a worship service.
Includes good background material and participant handouts.
Provides an opportunity for participants to explore their own beliefs in the context of contemporary and historical Unitarian Universalist developments. - Limitations
- Because of the patriarchal nature of religious history, including UU history, readings are predominantly written by men.
Does not include the history of African Americans in the UU movement, which is told in another UU program. - Adaptability
- Could be used at a week-long camp or conference program.
- Unitarian Universalist Values
- Consistent with all the UUA Principles and Purposes, particularly addresses the free and responsible search for truth and meaning and the Sources of the Living Tradition.
Reviewed on June 30, 1996
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