The collective efforts and active participation of families, other UUC volunteers, and program staff are at the heart of all of our classes and activities for children and youth. We rely on their energy, talent, and commitment. In turn, this is a rewarding, significant, and joyful way in which to be involved in this community — putting your faith into action.

Join us in fulfilling our mission of promoting and celebrating Unitarian Universalist religious identity and personal spiritual growth for our children. We invite and welcome your participation in a number of ways. Contact Beth Herrild, Director of Lifespan Faith Development, if you are interested in any of the following opportunities, or would like more information.

Church School Teachers: We still have a few teaching spots open for the 2011/2012 Church School Year!

Our volunteer teachers are committed, energetic, and positive models for our children and youth. They share a common interest in children and a commitment to guiding their education and spiritual discovery, with Unitarian Universalist curriculum as the prime resource. Teachers attend training sessions and then work in teams every Sunday throughout the church school year. We have teachers who return year after year, and also opportunities for new people to be involved as classroom teachers, substitutes and many other ways.  Please contact Beth Herrild if you would like to discuss the different ways that you could be involved with our UUC children & youth.

Lifespan Religious Education Committee (formerly Children and Youth Programs Committee)

This committee guides, supports, and assists UUC’s programs, curriculum and activities for children, youth and their families. Meetings are monthly on the first Sunday of the month at 12:20 in Howe. Contact Beth Herrild for more information.

Other Volunteer Opportunities

Parents of children enrolled in the church school are expected to contribute their time and talent in some way. Others are also welcome – and needed! Here are examples of non-teaching volunteer opportunities:

• Assisting on just one or several 3rd Sundays. The 3rd Sunday of most months will be a multi-age program surrounding a theme such as :  community, courage, and gratitude. 
• Making a trip to Costco for Church School supplies
• Helping in the church school office
• Driving on field trips
• Organizing and helping with special events and projects
• Baking treats or cooking for special gatherings
• Serving as a mentor in the Coming of Age Program
• Being an advisor to high school youth group or chaperone at special youth events
• Providing childcare on occasion for church-wide events.