As Unitarian Universalists, we strive to engage in a “free and responsible search for truth and meaning.” A key purpose of our religious education program is to provide a framework for our children as they begin their path of lifespan faith development. As such, each of our classes is designed to include a wide range of religious and philosophical traditions, and to integrate a variety of learning styles. We welcome all families and children, including those with special needs, and will make every effort to accommodate all children in our program.
We lived in the world of virtual church during the Covid-19 pandemic, offering options online for youth and young adults to stay connected and engaged in a variety of activities. As we navigate beyond covid we welcome your ideas and enthusiasm as we work together to create a post-pandemic community for religious education. Join us in this exciting planning phase.
What Our Children Learn
Our children are taught to think for themselves, while receiving guidance on moral and ethical behavior. We allow their individual beliefs to unfold without any dogma. Our children will learn that all big religious questions have many answers, and that it is their duty to search responsibly for their own truth. Ultimately, we want our children to become mature adults who make their own decisions about what to believe and how to live.
Religious Education @ The Unitarian Society of Hartford
The Chalice Clubhouse is a fun, child-centric curriculum fostering individuality and free-thinking, using the Seven Principles as our guiding compass. We have a variety of activities available from week to week for children and youth to participate in, including arts and crafts, opportunities for dramatic play, cooperative games, meditation sessions, and much more!
Our Clubhouse is open on Sunday mornings to all children and youth present. Youth and children who wish to participate in RE programming should be downstairs in Fellowship Hall when service begins at 10:30 am, or be dropped off there when their family arrives for service.
We hope to see you!
Remember to Register for RE! New Families Welcome!
Looking for a supportive, inclusive, non-judgemental home for your family’s spiritual needs? Let USH be yours! The summer is a perfect time to visit and learn about Unitarian Universalism, our congregation, and how USH can foster your family’s religious or spiritual journeys!
Registration for the Religious Education year at USH began at the end of summer, but it is never too late to join in! We have exciting opportunities for every age range coming up this year! Forms are available online for printing or
online completion, and paper copies will be available at the welcome table throughout the summer! Only one form is required per family. Sign up today to be first in line for fun activities upcoming this fall and beyond!
RE Registration Form 2024 2025
USH RE Volunteer Form
USH Youth Permission Form
Lake Compounce Permission Slip
Love working with kids? Want to try something fulfilling and fun? We are currently looking for volunteers to assist in the running of our RE programming this coming fall for all age groups.
IMPORTANT NOTE: We ask all volunteers working with children and youth to submit a Connecticut State Background check before they enter our classrooms. Stop by the RE office to pick up a quick, easy form!
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