They give the children an opportunity to participate in the readings, announcements, joys and concerns, and the lesson of the day. During the course of the year children and youth participate in various service projects. Instilling in our children and youth a sense of responsibility for the larger community is one of our goals. The act of naming a child has been endowed with both religious and communal significance since ancient times. It became a ceremony because of the spiritual and social significance of the occasion.
Religion emerges from within the individual.
This process, however, can be facilitated and enhanced by the love and care of others. Coming of Age Programs recognize the physical growth and spiritual development of our young people. We celebrate their metamorphoses into caring and responsible members of our community. There will be a five session course for eighth graders this year which will focus on what Unitarian Universalism means to each participant. Designed to share classroom news and events of interest, all children are encouraged to contribute artwork and articles.