RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Children and Youth
Adult Religious Enrichment
Seminars & Classes
ADULT RELIGIOUS ENRICHMENT (ARE)
Classes
INTRODUCTION TO SIGN LANGUAGE
Tuesdays: May 6, 13, 20 and 27th 7:00-8:00 PM
Learn basic sign language vocabulary and phrases. Gain exposure to Deaf
Culture and American Sign Language grammatical structure. Focus is on practical
conversation.
Instructor: Our own Kendra Wasson, 25 years in this field, Teacher of the Deaf, Certified
Sign Language Interpreter. Cost $10/ person or bargain family rate of only $15. As an
option, copies of the book “Concise American Sign Language Dictionary” with lots of
pictures will be available to purchase for $6.50.
Maximum number 20, minimum number 8
PRACTICING SPIRITUAL
LITERACY
Monday evenings, 7-9pm, March 17, 24, 31 and April
7
Parish House, Fireplace Room
Cost: $10
To read and know the sacred in
everyday life, we have to develop new qualities of mind and heart, qualities
that open us to the presence of the spiritual within all aspects of existence.
No moment, no thing is to be excluded. But like any other kind of reading,
reading the sacred requires an alphabet. We’ll look at parts of this alphabet to
get us practicing spiritual literacy, with a focus on Enthusiasm, Forgiveness,
Gratitude and Hospitality. We’ll watch a short video presentation on the topic
and then discuss our impressions and questions. You can find out more about this
series at spiritualliteracy.com, which provides the discussion questions to
match the alphabet topics. If you have questions you may contact the
facilitators: Carole McAdams, (503)644-0410, and Greta Kopec,
(503)285-8884.
This 4-week class is "Part 2" of the
Practicing Spiritual Literacy series. Anyone is welcome, whether you have
participated in Part 1 or not. Sign up at the ARE desk downstairs.
CAKES FOR THE QUEEN OF HEAVEN
A 5-session spirituality course for women, exploring feminist theology. Learn about the goddesses of the ancient world and how their message is relevant for women today. Class is consecutive Mondays, April 14 through May 12, 7 – 9pm. Contact Alana Graham, (503)357-9716 or Isis23Ra@yahoo.com. Co-sponsored by CUUPs and ARE. Sign-up sheets on the ARE table located at the foot of the stairs.
Yoga
Don't forget about our ongoing yoga class on Tuesday evenings at 6:30 pm in the sanctuary. All are welcome, including beginners. Just wear comfortable, natural-fiber clothing (not too baggy), and bring a yoga mat or beach towel. Come with an empty stomach. For more, call Paul Newman at (503) 648-5218.
Registration procedures
To register for ARE events, add your name to the sign up sheets in the Social Hall. Fees are as indicated. Please contact the Adult RE Program Chairperson if you would like to request a fee scholarship.
Mission & Goals
The Adult Religious Enrichment (ARE) Committee coordinates adult classes, workshops, and events at UUCC. Our purpose is to create and sustain a program of spiritual and personal exploration and learning that will both support the mission of the church and enhance the life of the adult members and friends of our church. We plan and provide various Unitarian Universalist based courses throughout the church year, with other classes or activities determined and scheduled as interest, time and resources permit.
We encourage you to contact us if you have questions, if you have an idea for an adult religious enrichment class or activity, or if you would like to become an ARE facilitator or member of the ARE Committee.
Program Chair: Diane Larson
Assistant Chair: Greta Kopec
Members: Grant Canterbury, Ingrid Gjestvang, Peggy Johnson, Carole McAdams, Vicki Staley
Updated April 3, 2008