Unitarian Universalist Church of Sarasota, 3975 Fruitville Road, Sarasota FL 34232, Tel. 941-371-4974
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Youth Group

Youth group is dedicated to those in middle school and high school. Youth engage in a variety of ways including thought provoking curriculum, social justice events, fun teen events, and family events.  Youth classes are held at 10:30 am each Sunday. 

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Neighboring Faiths 
This year our youth will be studying, exploring and visiting other faiths in our community.  Every three to four weeks, the youth will explore one of the faiths that they have chosen collectively to study this year.  The class allows for open questions with a person of that faith, a visit to the place of worship, and then a follow-up integration of what the youth learned into their UU lives.  After visiting the places of worship, the youth will share a meal together either with the members of the faith or at a local restaurant. 

The Youth have chosen to learn more about the following faiths:
Judaism, Islam, Greek Orthodox, Mennonite, AME, Buddhism, Scientology

​A Sample of the Course offering is here.  

The class schedule can be found here.  

I have questions about Youth Programming
Youth Class Schedule and Activities Calendar

Youth Group = Social Events

Each month there is a planned activity or two for families and youth to gather.  Sometimes there will Youth only activities.   See the calendar for upcoming events.

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Regional Youth Meetings
This year, our youth are taking the leadership to reach out and establish gatherings of UU Youth from the various Florida Churches.  A Schedule of gatherings will be posted soon. 
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PAST EVENTS---
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Bowling outing in September 2018

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Ginnie Springs In October 2018


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Youth Group Outing

Escape!!




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 ending violence and school shootings
    



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FLORIDA STUDIO THEATRE
Sunday, July 23rd is the youth outing to Florida Studio Theatre to see
"The Absolute Brightness of Leonard Pelkey"  .
FST  has generously donated the tickets for the youth.



PANCAKE BRUNCH
FEEDING THE CONGREGATION ~ HELPING NATE'S HONOR ANIMAL RESCUE



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"We Care for the Earth" 
            RE Chapel


Playground Butterfly Garden planted by the youth. 



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 COMMON GROUND ADVENTURE
WORKING TOGETHER ~ GAINING CONFIDENCE ~ STAYING WARM
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FINDING BALANCE

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Youth Video Night 
Sunday, December 18th , 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
A Simpson's Christmas



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YOUTH GROUP BAKE SALE
Sunday, December 4th
Delicious cakes, cupcakes, cookies, meringues & $400 raised for our Common Ground Adventure outing!



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 "THE WIZ" 
WEST COAST BLACK THEATER TROUPE. 

Nov, 19th, 2:00 pm Matinee                   



Halloween Party

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RE Pancake Brunch was enjoyed by the whole congregation.   We made a delicious brunch of pancakes , waffles, fruit, bacon & sausage to the congregation after Service on April 24th. All proceeds from the event were donated to ShelterBox.  Our donation along with the Social Justice "Share the Plate" contribution will sponsor 2 shelterboxes.   Thanks to all the children, youth, parents and RE volunteers who worked hard on this event.  Extra thanks to the youth & Jim Redifer for the great job organizing, shopping & hosting the brunch. 


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“Operation 100 Sandwiches” was a huge success! We made over 110 sandwiches and filled 100 lunch bags with fruit, chips and granola bars for the homeless served at Resurrection House.   Thanks to all the children, youth & parents who worked hard getting this project done.  Thanks also to everyone  who donated to the purchase of the lunch fixings. 


Sexuality education for Grades 7 - 9

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Our Whole Lives (OWL) provides adolescents  a comprehensive look at sexuality. 
While providing facts about anatomy and human development,  it  also helps adolescents  clarify their values and understand the spiritual, emotional, and social aspects of sexuality.  Topics covered include:   gender and diversity;  relationships;
sexual orientation; and responsible sexual behavior. 
 
The  OWL curriculum is based on the National Sexuality Education Standards produced by the Sexuality Information and Education Council of the United States (SIECUS) an organization of leading health, education and sexuality professionals.
 
Sessions are lead by a Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) and trained facilitators. 
 
Program:   12 sessions, The first session is a mandatory parent orientation.  The sessions will be held weekly and will run for 90 minutes.
                     Dates:  To Be Determined..

Parent information and answers to Frequently Asked Questions can be found at:
http://www.uua.org/re/owl/faq/parents

Check out our Sex Ed page for more details about this program.


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