Another chance for Teacher Training!

TEACHER TRAINING

WHEN: Sunday, September 25^th, 9am in UUCF Blackinton Hall

TIME: 9:00am-10:00am

WHERE: UUCF Blackinton Hall

Childcare provided

Do you have a passion for Unitarian Universalism and discovering new spiritual practices, songs, rituals, and wisdom?

Our lifespan learning program needs you to help guide our children and youth as they make their own discoveries during our Sunday morning program!

Come join us and connect over coffee, bagels and fruit.  We will explore this year’s program and learn tools to help guide our children and youth along their spiritual journey, and strengthen your UU faith along the way!

"But I don't know how to teach about Unitarian Universalism!"

Never fear! A facilitator's role is to be authentically present with our children and youth to help guide them to make their own discoveries. Together you will embark on a journey with our youngsters to discover what being a Unitarian Universalist means to you. During the training, we will work together to share helpful tools and tips for success.

"I would love to be a part of the spiritual journey of our children and youth... but... I can't make that training date!"

Please email directorlifespanlearning@uuflint.org and let me know! I can do some one-on-one training or I can set up a second training date for those who cannot be here on September 25th.

"I would love to be a part of the spiritual journey of our children and youth... but.. I don't have time!"

Our curriculum for this year is specifically designed with a busy schedule in mind. Prep-time is minimal and we have lots of room for people who have a special skill or gift to share with our youth, but can only commit to one or two Sunday mornings throughout the year.

"I teach five days a week. I don't want to teach on Sundays too..."

Witnessing the spiritual journey of our children and youth on Sunday mornings can be a wonderful, fulfilling experience. Our children and youth bring their own wisdom to the circle, so be prepared to leave with a renewed sense of our faith!

Teacher Orientation

WHEN: September 10th
TIME: 10:00am- 12pm
WHERE: UUCF Social Hall

Do you have a passion for Unitarian Universalism and discovering new spiritual practices, songs, rituals, and wisdom from sometimes unexpected places? Our lifespan learning program needs you to help guide our children and youth as they make their own discoveries during our Sunday morning program! Come join us!

"But I don't know how to teach about Unitarian Universalism!"

Never fear! A facilitator's role is to be authentically present with our children and youth to help guide them to make their own discoveries. Together you will embark on a journey with our youngsters to discover what being a Unitarian Universalist means to you. During the training, we will work together to share helpful tools and tips for success.

"I would love to be a part of the spiritual journey of our children and youth... but... I can't make that training date!"
Please email directorlifespanlearning@uuflint.org and let me know! I can do some one-on-one training or I can set up a second training date for those who cannot be here on September 10th.

"I would love to be a part of the spiritual journey of our children and youth... but.. I don't have time!"
Our curriculum for this year is specifically designed with a busy schedule in mind. Preptime is minimal and we have lots of room for people who have a special skill or gift to share with our youth, but can only commit to one or two Sunday mornings throughout the year.

"I teach five days a week. I don't want to teach on Sundays too..."
Witnessing the spiritual journey of our children and youth on Sunday mornings can be a wonderful, fulfilling experience. Our children and youth bring their own wisdom to the circle, so be prepared to leave with a renewed sense of our faith!

Questions? Contact Me!

Amy Peterson Derrick
Director of Lifespan Learning
director-lifespanlearning@uuflint.org
810.232.4023 (office)
www.uuflint.org
www.uucflifespan.blogspot.com

Save the Date Announcement

SAVE THE DATE!
Lifespan Learning Facilitator training
WHEN: August 27th
TIME: 10:00am- 12pm
WHERE: UUCF Social Hall



Do you have a passion for Unitarian Universalism and discovering new spiritual practices, songs, rituals, and wisdom? Our lifespan learning program needs you to help guide our children and youth as they make their own discoveries during our Sunday morning program!  Come join us!

"But I don't know how to teach about Unitarian Universalism!"

Never fear! A facilitator's role is to be authentically present with our children and youth to help guide them as they make their own discoveries. Together you will embark on a journey with our youngsters to discover what being a Unitarian Universalist means to you. During the training, we will work together to share helpful tools and tips for success.

"I would love to be a part of the spiritual journey of our children and youth... but... I can't make that training date!"

Please email director-lifespanlearning@uuflint.org and let me know! I can do some one-on-one training or I can set up a second training date for those who cannot be here on August 27th.

"I would love to be a part of the spiritual journey of our children and youth... but.. I don't have time!"
Our curriculum for this year is specifically designed with a busy schedule in mind. Prep-time is minimal and we have lots of room for people who have a special skill or gift to share with our youth, but can only commit to one or two Sunday mornings throughout the year.




"I teach five days a week. I don't want to teach on Sundays too..."


Witnessing the spiritual journey of our children and youth on Sunday mornings can be a wonderful, fulfilling experience. Our children and youth bring their own wisdom to the circle, so be prepared to leave with a renewed sense of our faith!


"I need childcare during this event!"


You're in luck! Childcare will be available for this event; to help us plan, please RSVP to 810.232.4023 or director-lifespanlearning@uuflint.org no later than Sunday, August 21st. Drop-in childcare will not be available. 


Questions?
Contact Me!
Amy Peterson Derrick
Director of Lifespan Learning
director-lifespanlearning@uuflint.org
810.232.4023 (office)
www.uuflint.org
www.uucflifespan.blogspot.com


Office hours:
Tuesday & Thursday: 1pm-7pm
Sunday: 12:00pm-2pm
and by appointment

Lifespan Learning "Dream Team" Meeting

The Lifespan Learning "Dream Team" will be meeting this Thursday, May 26th at 6:30pm in the Chapel.

We are excited to move forward as we imagine the possibilities for the future for our Lifespan Learning programs and how we hope to encourage the development of our UU Faith across the lifespan.

This meeting will focus on planning the 2011-2012 program year and how we can use our individual gifts to help our programs grow and thrive!
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Are you interested in working with our children and youth, developing curriculum and discussing our UU religious education philosophy? All are welcome; join us!

Come dream with us, come play with us. We will chose our destination and discover together what gifts we have to share on the journey.

See you there!
June Urdy, Board Liaison to Lifespan Learning
and Amy Peterson Derrick, Director of Lifespan Learning

Book sorting!

Did you know that the stories and books that surround our children and youth not only provide time for family connection and enhance a sense of imagination and adventure, but they can also help kids understand our UU Principles and values? 

From The Lorax to The Rainbow Fish to the It's Okay to be Different Book,authors have helped us to teach our children lessons about caring for our earth, sharing our gifts, honoring diversity and beyond. 

Which books do you think should be on the shelf of every UU kid? Which books should be on our shelves here at UU Flint?

On Saturday, May 28th from 10:30am-1:30pm, join us as we explore our church's current collection of children's books and begin to develop a wish list for a book drive in the fall!

Bring a list of your favorite books, a bag lunch and let's build our dream UU Library! 


*Make it a family activity; children and youth are encouraged to accompany their family so that they may offer their expertise as well! Childcare is available by request only for our youngest children. Please RSVP no later than May 26th to director-lifespanlearning@uuflint.org

UUCF Service Auction

The Unitarian Universalist Church of Flint presents 

The 2011 Service Auction!!

Saturday, May 14, 2011

6:00PM

Service Auction Extravaganza
and Meet Deane Oliva, Ministerial Candidate
Saturday May 14th beginning at 5:30 PM in the UUSC Fellowship Hall

Join us for a Mid-eastern feast after you stroll the silent auction with a plate of hors d'oeuvres.

Write your bid on the items you would like and the highest bid wins.

After dinner Sheila Smith will become our auctioneer extraordinaire to entice you to bid on the pleasurable or useful services which our members and friends have donated. We still welcome donations of services and items for the silent auction. Please bring items and/or forms to church (more forms available in the office or after church on Sunday). There is a box in the office for donations.

Invite guests to join you. The dinner is only $5.00 per person /max. $20 per family since the Ministerial Search Committee is helping to defray the cost.

The Mid-eastern food will be catered by Kabob City on Miller Rd. near the Genesee Valley Mall. Their website is: www.kabobcity.com

Menu:

Lamb Shish Kabob: Marinated and char-broiled lamb
Chicken: Marinated and char-broiled chicken
Grilled vegetable assortment
Hummus: Chick peas, tahini (sesame butter), and spices blended together into a dip or spead
Baba Ganouj: Char-grilled eggplant, tahini, and onions blended together into a dip or spread
Stuffed Grape Leaves: Vegetarian or with Meat: A mix of rice and spices wrapped in grape leaves
Fattoush salad: Romaine lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes, parsley and toasted pita chips
Assorted pastries
Coffee, Tea

Bar offerings, additional cost: Wine, beer and freshly-juiced juices

Guests could enjoy your company, the good food, a glass of freshly-juiced juice or beer or wine, and perhaps would participate in the auctions ($3/bid ticket). It will be a fun evening and not a long one.

Also consider buying a couple of tickets for members who are unable to pay the admission price. This would be most welcome. Sponsoring a table for $25.00 is another way to contribute, especially if you cannot attend.

We welcome and encourage all to attend this gala fundraising event. We hope to raise much-needed funds to help us continue the good work of the Unitarian Universalist Church of Flint. Questions? Call Juliet, 810-736-5091.


Sneak Peek at 2011 Service Auction Offerings
Saturday, May 14 5:30 PM in Fellowship Hall

-Landscape design consultation with an emphasis on native plantings/ Virginia Chatfield
-Locovore(locally-grown food) picnic lunch for 4 people /Shelley Page
-Consultation by semi-professional writer on your written work, 10 pages or less / Johanna Brown
-Facilitation of any meeting by professional change process instructor / Bob Brown, the younger
-Picnic with kayak and canoeing at Holly Recreation Area / Rayna Bick and John Helsom
-Picnic tour and fall color tour (in October) of Wildwood Lake area in Holly Recreation Area/ John Helsom and Rayna Bick
-Birthday party for Dr. Van (you'll never guess how old) at Sagano's Japanese Bistro and -Steakhouse on July 30 (Marion Van Winkle)
-Professional framed photograph titled Repose, archival quality inks and framed ebony oak / Gloria Boddy
-Legal consultation on any subject/ Scott Stensaas
-In-home computer instruction, or computer repair, one hour (or purchase more than one)/T. Saxton
-In-home assembly of any item (like furniture or whatever) that you would like help with /T. Saxton
-Hand-thrown pottery by professional potter/ Cheryl Jordan
-Poker party/ Sheila Smith
-Catered dinner for 6 at home of buyer/ Sheila Smith
-Hand-knitted scarf or shawl to order/ Brent Smalley
-Dinner for 2 at Brick Street Restaurant/ Mary Wolski
-Fast Eddie's Car Wash coupons/ Dorothy Gae Davis
-Editing and/or proofreading of articles, essays or papers/ Audrey Bassett
-Tarot card reading/ June Urdy
-Science and/or math tutoring/ John Straw
-Laborer for hire - yard work , tree trimming, outdoor painting, window, gutters/John Straw
-Moving man - help with moving heavy items( like furniture to or from the church rummage sale)/John Straw
-Two-2 hour blocks of time planting flowers or vegetables/Ruth Straw
-Two-20 minute Corporate (chair) massage by appointment/Sue Kirby
-Three- 1 hour massage by appointment/Sue Kirby
- Roll of scented drawer-liner paper, containing six 18" x 24" sheets, with floral design (valued at $25.00); minimum bid $15.00.
- Pair of silver-plated Florentine candlesticks (valued at $20.00); minimum bid $10.00.
- Two-tiered frosted crystal serving tray (valued at $20.00); minimum bid $10.00.-
- Mirrored oval vanity tray in silver-plated setting with floral and gold-tone bee decoration (valued at $25.00); minimum bid $15.00.

And Check out some of the donations from our own children and youth!

Bid on one of the four hand-painted chalices, recycled t-shirt bags or one-of-a-kind UU Church of Flint T-shirts! See you tonight!

Special Announcement!

Welcome to the “Dream Team” for Lifespan Faith Development and Religious Education!

Are you interested in working with our children and youth, developing curriculum and discussing our UU religious education philosophy? Here is an opportunity for you!

You are cordially invited to meet together as our team, to lead the congregation as we envision the lifespan faith development program we want to create.

Come dream with us, come play with us. We will chose our destination and discover together what gifts we have to share on the journey.

Our first planning session will be on Thursday April 28^th, 2011 at 6:30 pm in the Chapel

See you there!

June Urdy, Board Liaison to Lifespan Learning

 and Amy Peterson Derrick, Director of Lifespan Learning

Faithful Footprints

It is amazing how our members, young and old, are living our UU Principles each and every day. These footprints (from big feet, little feet, hand prints or tire treads!) are making our world a better place for us and for the generations to come.

Here are some of the amazing gifts the members of our congregation have offered to the world:

“Prayers and Sharing”
“Appreciated Spring”
“Supporting Planned Parenthood…”
“Helping my parents light the chalice”
“Speak truth- listen-repeat”
“Recognizing the interdependence of all life”
“Help my sister clean her room”
“take care of my cat”

What "footprints" have you left behind? You can contribute your footprints during our service on Sunday mornings and take the time to "walk" our path to read more of these amazing gifts.

If you are interested in assisting with the continuation of this project, please contact Amy Peterson Derrick:
Director-lifespanlearning@uuflint.org

2011 Summer Program for Children: UU Principles in Story and Song

The Unitarian Universalist Church of Flint Presents:
2011 Summer Program for Children:
UU Principles in Story and Song

Do you know of a story or song that reflects our UU Principles or values? Share it with our children and youth this summer! Signing up to lead a fun and engaging lesson for the budding UUs in our community is simple:

1.) Pick a Book or song
2.) Attend our Summer Teacher Workshop on Sunday, May1, 2011 from 12:30-2pm to develop an activity to accompany your story (and bring a friend!)
3.) Sign up to lead your lesson on a Sunday that works in your schedule!

To share your stories and songs with our children and youth, please contact Deb Simmons or Amy Peterson Derrick.

Creating Community

Did you know that volunteering for church events and duties as a family can be fun and easy? 

Sign up to usher with your children or volunteer to work a fundraiser; it can help your child feel like a part of our UU community and can be a fun way to work together as a family!

Have more ideas for other ways to create opportunities for multi-age community and service? Add them below!

Fall Adult Programs

As we quickly approach October, we are getting ready to launch our Fall evening programs! Although our music programs are already up and running (thanks to the talented Pia Broden-Williams!), we are excited to offer many other programs as well including Cakes for The Queen of Heaven, The Life and Teachings of Jesus, Choral Reading and beginning ASL.

For details and information on the many other activities that we offer, please see the links at the side of this page and download our Adult programs prospectus, check out the flier for our youth leadership development program (YRUU) and get the most up to date schedules!

If you are interested in participating in any of our programs, please sign up by contacting Cheryl in the front Office by calling 232-4023 or by email office@uuflint.org.

Childcare is also available upon request!

Stone Soup Garden Update

If you have taken a moment to walk around our grounds over the past couple of weeks, you may have noticed a big change: The beginnings of our Stone Soup Garden are in place!

Thanks to Susan and Tom Alarie, the soil has been turned over, the raised-bed constructed and the dirt filled in. With help from John Straw, Katie Straw, Christopher Riley, Leonard Henry and Aleece Henry, the soil has been leveled and raked, and the clumps have been broken apart!

The garden is now ready for plants!

Following the service on May 31st, we will be planting our vegetables. Those who took home seeds to care for on April 19th are invited to take part in a ribbon-cutting ceremony and garden dedication that will follow the worship service. Also, if you signed up to donate supplies (gloves, fencing, hoses, etc.), please plan to bring them on the 31st.

We are still looking for a few volunteers to assist the children in their garden-tending endeavors during class-time this summer. (If you would like to share your gardening expertise or if you just like to get your hands dirty, this is the place for you!) Volunteers may sign up for as little as one Sunday or for as many Sundays as you would like. For more information, contact Amy Derrick at pestro2001@hotmail.com