Adult: Our Unitarian Universalist Story

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Our Unitarian Universalist Story
Available through the UUA Bookstore
Author: Carol D. Meyer
Publisher: Unitarian Universalist Association
Pub. Date: 1996

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 of Sessions
6

Length of Sessions
2 hours

Leader Training
None required; experienced, co-leadership recommended

Leader Preparation
3 or more hours 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.

Review by Judith Frediani