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UCN
offers adult religious education classes of one to thirteen weeks in duration
on various topics. If you are interested in finding out about these, email or
call the church and we will provide you with information. We hope you take this
opportunity to explore new horizons within a warm and caring community. "The
goal of adult religious education is to develop our minds as well as our hearts;
our intellect as well as our souls. This personal and theological growth leads
to the individual becoming more fully human."” Rev. Bill Murray
Adult
Religious Education Chair, Elizabeth Roat
Mission
Statement The
purpose of the Adult Religious Education Committee is to nurture and stimulate
the religious and personal growth of the adult church community and the community
at large by offering a varied and cohesive program within the context of the larger
Unitarian Universalist tradition and principles. Guidelines
and Policies The
Adult Religious Education Committee derives programming from a variety of sources:
minister, UUA curricula, and committee . We strive to recruit experienced and
knowledgeable adult facilitators for all classes and offerings. It is our goal
to present meaningful Adult Religious Education programming for people at all
levels of commitment to Unitarian Universalism as well as at different stages
and milestones in their lives. Note: included are opportunities for growth and
learning sponsored by the wider church community. Fees
and Registration The
Adult Religious Education Committee is largely self-supporting. We request a donation
to help cover the costs of presenting the class: materials, refreshments, curricula,
and /or supplies. The donation also contributes to purchase of new curricula,
funding for guest speakers, or underwriting special events. Unless otherwise noted,
the general fee will be $4 per class, or $10 for three or more sessions for members;
$5 per class or $15 for three or more sessions for non-members. If you cannot
afford the full suggested donation, please contribute what you can. Pre-registration
is required for all classes, generally through a sign-up sheet in the church lobby
and registration form submitted to UCN office with fee. Programs may be cancelled
if minimum number is not met. Please call facilitator if you will miss class.
Events are listed below, or you can download a PDF of the latest list of Adult RE classes.
"Path
to Membership" Series, sponsored by the Membership Committee
Winter
Session: January 11, 18, 25 and Feb 1
Spring
session: March 8, 25, 22, 29
If you have been attending Unitarian Church North for a few weeks, or months, and are ready to find out more about who we are, what we believe, or how you can become a member, plan to attend the next Path To Membership classes on January 11-18-25 (2pm-4pm) and Feb 1 (5:30pm-8pm). You will get to know others who are searching for a church home, learn something about how the church operates, and meet various church leaders. Rev. Marino will discuss the history and theological understandings of Unitarian Universalism. We ask that folks who are interested in joining the church attend at least 3 of the 4 classes. There is a signup sheet in the west lobby under the flyer; please indicate your intention to participate by December 28th.
There is no fee. Childcare will be provided if needed—please indicate this when you sign up. Questions about the course may be directed to Pat Mumm-Lovely, Membership chair (262-643-4630) or email her at patmumm@wi.rr.com.
Welcoming
Congregation Curriculum
Tentatively scheduled for March, 2008
Interested
in exploring your thoughts and current knowledge of sexual orientation?
Do you want to understand where your current thoughts about sexual orientation
and gender identity come from? Would you like to test your attitudes and
understand the experiences of bisexual, gay, lesbian, and/or transgender
people?
UCN is currently designated as a "Welcoming Congregation" by
the UUA. As part of this recognition, the church must engage in continued
discussion of issues facing the LGBT people in our church and our community.
Join us for six weeks of discussion, based on UUA's The Welcoming Congregation
Handbook: Resources for Affirming Bisexual, Gay, Lesbian, and/or Transgender
People. Any questions may be directed to Jenny Elsner at spirit_canyon@yahoo.com.
Location:
UCN, Emerson Room Time: 7:00-9:00 PM
Adult
Religious Education 2008-09 Events
Meditation Retreat with Rev. Marcia Marino
There will again be a weekend Meditation Retreat for interested members.
For those of you who want to allow more time in your often-busy schedules
for quiet, reflection, or re-centering, we hope this weekend will provide
such a time--and also offer you some ideas for giving yourself the time
on a regular basis.
The weekend begins Friday evening and ends before noon on Sunday, and
provides time for several forms of meditation, and "free time"
for reading, journaling, resting, or walks outdoors. Except for our
group sittings and discussion, we will maintain silence from the close
of the Friday evening gathering until breakfast on Sunday morning.
The Retreat will be held at the Cedar Valley Center, nine miles west
of West Bend. The Center's one hundred acres feature trails through
prairie and woods, an outdoor labyrinth for meditative walking, and
streams and ponds.
Guest rooms are available as singles or doubles, and have private baths.
The cost for two nights' lodging, three meals on Saturday, and breakfast
on Sunday, plus a share of the meeting space is to be determined, but
will be about $200 per person.
Our attendance is limited to 20. If you register for the Retreat, a
deposit of $50 to reserve your space is required in April. UCN members
will be given first priority for participation, with non-members welcome
as there is space.There will be further details in the Northliner, and
a sign-up sheet available in the church lobby in February.
If you have questions, please contact Rev. Marino or Carol
Browning through the church office (262/375-3890) or by email.
Dates: May 22-24, 2009 Time: May 22, 7:00 PM - May 24,
12:00 PM
Location: Cedar Valley Retreat Center, 5349 Highway D, West Bend
Fees: Members and Nonmembers: $195 single, $175 double per person (Members
have priority for limited spaces)
Fees include Saturday breakfast, lunch, dinner, & snacks and
Sunday breakfast
Planning
for Peacemaking Book Discussions
UCN's Peacemaking Group of the Social Justice Committee
is presenting books for discussion.Discussions are open to members and
non-members; choose a book discussion date and join us for our first discussion
on September 14, after the second service.We will be discussing "
Beginner's Mind/Zen Mind" by Suzuki.Some of the books chosen have
been about peaceful communication and ways to resolve conflict.This book
is concerned more with one's inner peace; persons interested in meditation
may find the discussion pertinent to their practice.
The discussion leader and participants will schedule subsequent meetings.It
is anticipated that each book group may schedule 2 - 3 (or more) meetings
to discuss the book.Please feel welcome to join us even if you have not
read the book. Our discussions may help you decide if the book is one
you'll want to read. The books we will discuss have come from suggestions
from memberswho responded to our Peacemaking Survey in 2007.
Location: James Reeb Room Time: 12:15 PM
Fees: You may wish to purchase your own books
Ophelia Project
The Ophelia Project is dedicated to helping girls form healthy
peer relationships and creating safe social climates for all youth. Founded
as a catalyst for positive change within schools and communities, The
Ophelia Project strives to raise awareness of relational aggression (RA),
a form of nonphysical violence that is particularly prevalent among adolescent
girls. RA is defined as behavior that is used to hurt someone by harming
his or her relationships with others. On September 23, Jane Finkenbine,
presented a workshop for parents entitled "Harsh Words & Hurt
Feelings, Helping Your Daughter Maintain Healthy Friendships." This
workshop focuses on empowering parents who in turn empower their children.
If there is a demand, we will seek to hold another session for parents
this Spring. To express interest, contact Elizabeth Roat.
Dates: TBD if there is a request for this program
Location: UCN, Emerson Room
Fees: $10 fee
Led by: Jane Finkenbine, Director of The Ophelia Project of SE Wisconsin
A New Earth: Awakening to Your Life's Purpose
In January 2008, Oprah announced her 61st Oprah's Book Club selection,
A New Earth by Eckhart Tolle. Unlike past selections, this book isn't
a novel or a memoir. In fact, Oprah called it her boldest choice yet.
"Millions of people around the world have begun experiencing A New
Earth for themselves and are awakening to the possibilities of their lives."
To bring Eckhart's spiritual teachings to readers around the world, Oprah
and Eckhart teamed up for a live, interactive Web series. Every Monday,
people came together from all over the world in the Oprah.com online classroom
to discuss the chapters' themes and ask questions. Participants touched
on topics like how to quiet the mind, how to put the ego in check and
how to be fully present in the moment. The program offers methods for
connecting to an individual's spirit, for the purposes of living your
best life.
UCN member Marita Ritsche will share the 10-part series with a group,
meeting once a month on Friday evenings. Participants will read a chapter
in Eckhart's book before joining for the webcast. Contact Marita with
questions: 414-352-1248, or marita1394@yahoo.com.
First Meeting Date: Friday, October 17, 2008 Time: 6:45-9:00 pm
Calendar of future sessions will be given out at the first meeting.
Location: 1527 W. County Line Road (off Port Road)
Led by: Marita Ritsche
Book: A New Earth: Awakening to Your Life's Purpose by Eckhart Tolle,
Namaste Publishing, 2005, approximately $14.95 at any bookstore
Science & Religion Discussions
Science and Religion discussions are back! We're talking
about DNA, the genetic code, biochemical reproduction of DNA molecules,
cells, and of the entire human body. We're talking about EVOLUTION and
its subordinate processes. We're talking about the human brain, its dynamics,
together with social and physical environmental interactions, in the formation
of personality, self, the self's world, character and values.
In a related issue, we might provide most reasonable explanations, in
our respective judgments, for alleged experiences of founders of various
religions, of mystics, wise persons, philosophers, prophets, and scripture
writers. Additionally, we might address the following question: Does science
and our reflections about its methods and conclusions, in concert with
our own reflections on experience, lend credence to any religious beliefs?
Dates: Certain Sundays after second service, watch your Sunday bulletin
for details (next discussion is October 5) b
Location: James Reeb room
Time: 12:00 pm-1:30 pm Fees: None
Led by: UCN member Merle Reinehr
OWL: Our Whole Life for Adults
Our Whole Lives is a positive, comprehensive, and age appropriate
educational program that promotes sexual health. OWL for Adults provides
a forum for adults to discuss and learn about the many aspects of sexuality.
If interested in joining us, please call Trudy Mandel, DRE, at (262) 375-4471.
Dates: every other Sunday, starting Fall of 2008
Time: 12:30-2:30 PM
Location: UCN, Clara Barton Room-lower level
Fees: $10 members, $15 non-members
Led by: Lori Holz and Doug Friedrich
OWL Classes for Jr. Youth
We are offering the Owl (Our Whole Lives) sexuality course
again this year for youth ages 11 years and up . If you have a youth who
is interested in joining our program, contact Trudy Mandel, DRE.
Community Resources for the Aging
There are many resources available to help an older or disabled
person maintain an independent lifestyle. This presentation will examine
various types of in-home services, community-based services, and residential
alternatives. This presentation is good for those who may be near to needing
services or for those who are just planning for the future.
Date: Monday, April 7 Time: 6:30pm
Location: Emerson Room
Led by: Ozaukee County Aging and Disability Resource Center
Building your Own Theology
To be scheduled for Spring, 2009
Look for updates in our Spring brochure and the Northlienr
Led by: Rev. Marcia Marino
The liberal church recognizes that everyone is a theologian. This 8-session
program is designed to provide a systematic, communal approach for participants
to "build" a new theology based on their current understandings.
A small-group setting provides you the chance to create your own credo--your
own personal articulation of belief and conviction. The format of the
credo need not be a formal declaration; it can be prose or poetry, a schematic
drawing or chart, an essay or narrative. The important thing is to make
explicit in some way your implicit theological or philosophical assumptions.
The class includes about an hour of homework each week for writing, re-writing,
or refining your credo statement in light of what you have heard during
the session and reflect upon.
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