Director of Religious Education,
Nancy Renner Clear
backgrounds and spiritual thought while nurturing their own unique character and spirituality. We do not dictate beliefs to
our young people; rather we encourage them to develop their own set of values. They are introduced to the essential
knowledge of our Judeo-Christian heritage, Unitarian Universalist principles and values, world religions, peace and justice
issues, as well as environmental education.
The preschoolers begin their religious education with classes that nurture their self-esteem while teaching respect for
others and introducing them to major religious holidays. These lessons are imparted through play, crafts and song.
Elementary age children begin learning Unitarian Universalist history and values, as well as delving deeper into other world
religions. The focus of these lessons stresses respecting and understanding the beliefs of others, making positive choices
and honoring their own ongoing search for truth and meaning.
Our middle school and high school students' classes are designed to allow them to discuss current events and social issues
in addition to continuing the study of world religions, Unitarian Universalist principles and history, and environmental
issues.
All classes incorporate study activities with social events and community service projects. Each year in April, our youth
are featured singing the opening song for Earth Day Indiana. Our goal is to make their religious education a positive
learning experience.
The UU Principles in Children's Language:
- Every person is important and valuable.
- All people should be treated fairly.
- Our churches are places where we should accept one another and learn together.
- Each person should be free to search for what is true and right.
- All people have the right to speak out and vote on things that matter to them.
- We should build a peaceful, fair and free world.
- We need to take care of the earth--the home we share with all living things.
Be sure to check out our Lifespan Education opportunities as well!
Nancy Renner Clear
Director of Religious Education
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