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New This Year - Transition!
We’re proud of the many classes and events
for young people at SUUS, and the ways in
which families are included in the life of this
congregation. SUUS is a wonderful
community in which to raise children.
And, as the needs and concerns of families
change, we must continually re-evaluate how
we seek to meet those needs.
This year, SUUS has a staff transition in
religious education, which can be a valuable
opportunity to look closely at our
programming and family needs. For just this
year, we have a Transitional DRE, to help us
maintain the programming from past years
while we prepare to move religious education
at SUUS into the future.
Please join us! Watch for ways to participate,
and please share your thoughts and feedback
about anything that is (or is not) happening
this year. There are also many ways you can
volunteer to support SUUS religious education
programming.
To learn more about our programming and this
transitional year, and how you can get
involved, contact the Transitional Director of
Religious Education, Ann Kadlecek, or the RE
Committee chair, Benna Lehrer.
Contact Us
Shoreline Unitarian Universalist Society
Phone: (203) 245-8720
Email: [email protected]
Web: shorelineunitarian.org
Transitional Director of Religious
Education: Ann Kadlecek
Religious Education Committee
Chair: Benna Lehrer
Members: Scott Swenson, Liz Hale,
Nancy Stanwood, Jen Swenson
297 Boston Post Road Madison, CT 06443
Programming for Children & Youth
2018-19
Welcome!
Welcome to an exciting year of religious
growth and exploration at Shoreline
Unitarian Universalist Society (SUUS)! We
are dedicated to love, faith, justice and reason.
And we are glad you’re here!
Children and youth are valued members of
the SUUS community, and our program is rich
in offerings for all - including Sunday morning
classes, worship experiences, service
opportunities, social events and even an
orchestra! There is something for children
and youth every Sunday!
Check the whiteboard when you
arrive on Sunday for the plan for
the day!
Childcare
We offer childcare for infants, toddlers and
preschool-age children from 10:00 to
11:45am on Sunday mornings. Parents and
caregivers can request childcare at other
times, to support their participation in the life
of the congregation.
Sunday Morning Classes (September – May)
Most Sundays 10:30-11:45
World of Wonder – A caring community for
older preK – grade 1, in which children
begin to make meaning of the language our
Unitarian Universalist faith and life’s
questions. The class incorporates stories,
imaginative activities, games, experiences of
wonder, and UU rituals. During the fall, the
class has an environmental focus and will go
outside when possible.
URUU - Children in grades 2-5 use stories
and interactive, hands-on activities to
explore Unitarian Universalism, including
our Principles and Sources, traditions,
history and values.
Neighboring Faiths – For grades 6-9, this is
an experiential comparative religions class,
which includes both group learning and
visits to a wide variety of faith communities.
Other Opportunities for Children and Youth
Times for all Ages – Every Sunday,
children and youth join the first 15 minutes
of the worship service, for a story or other
message that intentionally includes young
people.
Multigenerational Worship Services are
held periodically, and children and youth
are encouraged to attend with their families.
Social Justice Sundays - Periodically,
children and youth join together to learn
about a social justice issue and make a
difference.
Social Events – Join us
for the Halloween
party, Mystery Pen Pals,
caroling and more!
SUUS Orchestra –
Interested musicians of all ages join
together under the direction of Nate
Pawelek to provide music for several
worship services during the year.
Our Whole Lives (OWL) - This sexuality
and values program returns in 2019-20.