Youth Group
Youth group is dedicated to those in middle school and high school. Youth engage in a variety of ways including social justice events, thought provoking curriculum, fun teen events, and family events. Youth classes are held at 10:00 am each Sunday. Class schedule and Monthly youth events can be found on the RE calendar.
OUR NAME IS EARL starting 1/6/2019
This curriculum is designed for youth and teens around the TV Show, My Name is Earl, where teens can discuss the moral and ethical dilemmas facing our world today. With a grounding in Unitarian Universalist principles and sources this class will:
Class @ 10:00 am
Topics covered include Karma, Fear, Accomplishment and Responsibility, Self-Confidence, Acceptance of One Another and Encouragement to Grow and many other ethical and spiritual concepts that face our youth and teens everyday. The classes are set-up where the youth are asked questions around the topic in a "Name Your Knowing" session, watching all or part of an episode, making the UU connection to the topic based on the episode and then an open discussion of the topic so that everyone gets an opportunity to share their thoughts and beliefs. Additional resources on the topics will be made available to the youth for further exploration at their leisure.
- -Learn Unitarian Universalist values through action, discussion and leadership
- - Engage in Multicultural and anti-racism work
- -Engage in social justice activities picked and planned by the youth
- -Discuss ethics, morals and politics relevant to today's world
- -Casual environment with snacks and beverages
Class @ 10:00 am
Topics covered include Karma, Fear, Accomplishment and Responsibility, Self-Confidence, Acceptance of One Another and Encouragement to Grow and many other ethical and spiritual concepts that face our youth and teens everyday. The classes are set-up where the youth are asked questions around the topic in a "Name Your Knowing" session, watching all or part of an episode, making the UU connection to the topic based on the episode and then an open discussion of the topic so that everyone gets an opportunity to share their thoughts and beliefs. Additional resources on the topics will be made available to the youth for further exploration at their leisure.
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Youth Group = Social Events
Each month there is a planned youth activity build solely around fun and community. The youth decide the activities. See the calendar for upcoming events.
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.
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
WORKING TOGETHER ~ GAINING CONFIDENCE ~ STAYING WARM
CLICK HERE FOR MORE PHOTOS
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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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!
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
WEST COAST BLACK THEATER TROUPE.
Nov, 19th, 2:00 pm Matinee
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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.
“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
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..
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
http://www.uua.org/re/owl/faq/parents