Children and Youth Faith Development
Sunday Classes for Children & Middle School Youth
Faith Development classes for children Pre-K (4 years old) through 5th and grades 6th through 8th Grade are held at 9am and 11am September through May and 10am in June, July, & August.
Each week, children Pre-K through 5th grade will learn about our church community and Unitarian Universalism in multi-age groups.
Middle schoolers have the opportunity to learn about Worship Services through discussion, reflection, and attending services together.
Sunday Classes for High School Youth
Faith Development classes for youth grades 9th-12th are held on Sundays at 10:10 am. Youth are encouraged to attend either the 9 am or the 11 am service with their adults in addition to attending Sunday classes.
Coming of Age for Youth
Unitarian Universalist Coming of Age is an extension program for high school age youth. Participants in Coming of Age explore their beliefs about religion, spirituality, and their place in this world. Each youth works with a mentor throughout the year to help them guide their journey.
Coming of Age classes meet approximately 6 times outside of regular Sunday morning classes and it held about every other year, depending upon enrollment.
Taking Flight
Taking Flight is a relationship and sexuality class based in the Our Whole Lives (OWL) curriculum. Taking Flight is tailored to fit the needs of our congregation and designed to help our children and youth make informed and responsible decisions about their sexual health, behavior, and relationships. Taking Flight for 7th-9th grade level is typically offered every other year, and younger levels as interest arises.
Interested in becoming a Taking Flight Facilitator? Please reach out to dre@uurochmn.org.
Chalice Choir
The Chalice Choir offers children aged 4 and above a chance to sing together, fostering young voices and creating a sense of community. Rehearsals usually take place between services, occasionally on Wednesday evenings. From October through May, the choir performs 3-4 times, providing an opportunity to explore new songs, beloved hymns, and enjoy the experience of singing together.
Chalice Camp
Chalice Camp is a summer day camp for Unitarian Universalist children, offering engaging activities in arts, crafts, and nature exploration. The camp fosters creativity, wonder, and a sense of belonging through a supportive and inclusive environment. Campers leave with cherished memories, a deeper understanding of their beliefs, and a stronger connection to the Unitarian Universalist community, making it a transformative experience.
Working with Children and Youth
There are multiple opportunities to work with our youngest congregants throughout the year. From supervising a choice room on a Sunday morning to helping plan the WHY Valentine Dance, there are many ways to get involved with our children and youth! If you are interested in developing these spiritual connections, please start by completing a background check form and then contacting dre@uurochmn.org. Follow this LINK to fill out the background check form.
Unitarian Universalist Pilgrimage
Pilgrimage – used to describe an individual’s journey through life, sometimes as a general description of personal growth and exploration.
Different than simply ‘touring Boston’, pilgrimage is a chance to explore the roots of Unitarians and Universalists in Massachusetts. This group of pilgrims will take a deeper dive into the religious history of our UU ancestors and explore where they lived and now live on in memory. This is a wonderful opportunity to strengthen your UU Faith by walking the same streets and forest paths as they did and engage with their writings, influences, and lives. Offered regularly as an adult trip and a youth trip.