Earth Day/Easter Event!!

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Come join us this Sunday for a special Earth Day/ Easter experience!

Our multigenerational worship, "Birth of a Promise: Growing Toward Wholeness" will begin at 10:30am. Plan for a service filled with stories, songs and fun for the whole family!

Children and adults who are playing a part, or would like to play a part, should plan to arrive at 9:00am. 

Following the service, please join us for the 2011 Easter Egg Hunt! There will be over 300 eggs filled with love, candy, & MORE!

*Please help us honor our Earth; bring your own basket 

Ages 4 & Under will lead the pack with a head start.
Ages 9 & Under will be next!
Ages 10 and over will head out last 

Parents should plan to accompany children on this fun adventure!

A special thanks to Stephanie and Joe Morales for leading this year's Easter Egg Hunt! 

See you Sunday!
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One of the ways our children will be involved in this Sunday's service is lighting our sacred chalice. If your child would like to take part in this, try practicing these words at home and join us for rehearsal at 9:00am!

"We light this chalice 

to celebrate

Unitarian Universalism;

The church of the 

Open mind,

Loving Heart,

and Helping Hands.

We help our Earth

and each other!"

Thinking About Child Dedication?

Unitarian Universalists joyfully welcome children into our community with ceremonies of Child Dedication. We will be offering opportunities this year for participation in a group dedication during our worship at the annual Wheel of Life Celebration on May 22. You may be wondering what Child Dedication involves, so here are some answers to common questions about this rite of passage.

What is Child Dedication?
The Unitarian Universalist tradition celebrates the birth of children as well as the entry of older children into our community when their parent(s) become members. This tradition echoes the longstanding rituals of many faiths that welcome new life into the community and the world.

What is the ritual?
We affirm the beauty of each child, bless them, officially present their names and pledge the support of the entire congregation in nurturing our children. Special music, readings and affirmations create a memorable occasion for all. A special certificate and a rose without thorns is given to each child.

Can my child have godparents?
Sometimes parents choose to select godparents to serve a special role as spiritual guardians of their children. The ceremony can include godparents if the parents desire it.

Can we have a private ceremony with family and friends?
Yes, private child dedications are available to all members if that style of dedication is more suited to your family tradition. Sometimes a more intimate ceremony can be tailored to include elements of other faith traditions, which can be helpful and sensitive for families of mixed faith backgrounds. Otherwise, we offer the opportunity for group dedications at Christmas Eve and at the Wheel of Life Celebration in May.

My child is older and was never dedicated as an infant. Can s/he be dedicated now?
Child are precious to us at all ages. Older children are very welcome to participate in a child dedication and often appreciate the opportunity when they see little ones dedicated. It is meant to be a meaningful and important moment in their young lives.

What should my child wear?

Just like on Sunday morning, we come to this church as we are, so no special clothing is needed. However, if you have christening gowns or other special clothing for dedicating infants, you are most welcome to dress your child in these traditional clothes.

How can we participate this year?
Talk with Rev. Shelley Page about your interest in this group dedication. Call her office at 810-877-6732 or email minister@uuflint.org You can also talk with her about scheduling a private ceremony. If you want to have your child dedicated on May 22, please let her know by May 15.