North Chapel Spiritual Exploration... where we introduce children to the UU principals through yoga, mindfulness, creative arts, music, community service and connection to the Natural world.
North Chapel Spiritual Exploration
March 29, 2017
Good Day!
Last Sunday
Sunday had a wonderful eight-fold crew ready to share, play, and create in the 'spirit' of spiritual exploration! Murray led a creative arts project which hopefully will complement an upcoming worship service. We're looking forward to melting snow and starting in on the CWTKR garden outside Artistree. Click here for photos!
This Sunday For the Children
Grades K-6: Change The World Kids Join us to learn and get involved in Community Action projects the Change The World Kids are involved. with.
For the Parents: April 2: Insights for Writing
Reflection: Carol Egbert, Sherry Belisle, Polly Forcier, Kathy Fiske
Music: Diane and the NC Choir
Service Coordinator: Rick and Kathy Fiske
Click here for more information about Sunday Service.
Hosted by Spiritual Exploration for Children & Families Committee
The Spiritual Exploration for Children and Families Committee is starting a regular book group where we as parents/guardians get together to read and discuss books that deal with spirituality in its many forms. We can also use this time to discuss our own spiritual path with like minded people. Children are welcome. Bring a snack, and lets enjoy some time together!
Our first meeting will be on
Wednesday April 26th at 5:30pm until 6:30/7pm. We will get together to discuss the book "Wherever you go, There you are: Mindfulness Meditation in Everyday Life" by Jon Kabat-Zinn. We will meet at the North Chapel.
While for the start of this group, we will not have official childcare, feel free to bring your kiddo/s and we can set them up in the art room or playroom while we chat.
NC Spiritual Fitness Group
Hosted by Spiritual Exploration for Children & Families Committee
During the winter months, we will participate in some indoor activities to work on our "Spiritual Fitness". Our schedule is as follows:
This is free, by donation for SE Fitness Group Participants (Regular fee: $15) (Contact Geraldine for more information - starts February 2nd.
All are welcome. Free Childcare for both Guided Imagery and Yoga!!
SE Table at the Anti-Cabin Fever Dinners!
Hosted by Spiritual Exploration for Children & Families Committee
Tonight is the last CTWK Anti-Cabin Fever Dinner!
Thank you to all the families who came out and enjoyed a meal together. I can say that my family had a great time, getting to know you all that much better!
Now we look forward to our Community Pizza Nights. These will start up as soon as the weather allows. Stay Tuned!
MotherUP! Lobby Day! Tuesday April 4th
Exciting news! North Chapel will be participating in the Mother Up! Lobby Day at the State House! Please mark your calendars! I hope you can attend and we can have a group of us representing the North Chapel!
Mother Up! Lobby Day at State House - Tuesday April 4th from 9:30 am
Tentative Schedule:
from 8:45 am - Arrive at State House (Meet at Abraham Lincoln statue at end of hallway off the Main Lobby); Meet up with Austin Davis, 350VT's Policy and Communications Coordinator; Leave notes for local legislators with Sargent-at-Arms to let them know we're at the State House and to remind them about lunch; Group ice-breaker.
9:30 am - State House Tour (Meet back at statue)
10:15 am - Break (bathroom, snacks etc)
10:20 am - Possible testimony in Natural Resources and Energy Committee, or observe House or Senate Floor (Meet back at statue) 10:50 am - Meet back at statue 11:00 am - Meeting with Lt. Gov. David Zuckerman 11:45 am - Break 11:50 pm - Meet back at statue to walk to lunch 12:00 pm - Lunch with Legislators (Cafeteria) 1:00 pm - End of official "Lobby Day"; Families are welcome to stay longer; Check in with Austin Davis about further observations on the Senate or House Floor.
Please RSVP to Geraldine so we can plan carpooling options and meet up!
NC Story Time & Yoga w/ Angel: Thursday April 6th
Join The North Chapel SpiritualExploration for Children and Families Committee in a 4-part series "Story & Yoga Time with Angel Rubino" at the Norman Williams Public Library.
This is a free 4-part series that will include a story, yoga, movement, meditation and more! Appropriate for ages 2-6 with caregiver/family. We look forward to seeing you there.
Dates are Thursday April 6 and May 4.
Contact Geraldine for more information at office@northchapelvt.org.
Thanks to those who came out for the March 9th event. We had lots of fun. Click here for photos!
Save the Date: OWL Grades 4,5&6
We are excited to announce that the North Chapel will be collaborating with the UUCUV (Norwich UU) to offer OWL to children in 4th - 6th Grade.
Our Whole Lives (OWL) is an age appropriate sexuality education curriculum that helps participants of all ages make informed and responsible decisions about their sexual health and behavior.
OWL will take place at the UUCUV church, carpool options will be available. There will be 6 sessions running between the October 1 and Thanksgiving.
A Parent Informational meeting will be Sunday, September 24, 2PM at UUCUV.
Please encourage parents from outside the congregation (to attend and see if OWL is right for them.
Thank you for being a part of the North Chapel Spiritual Exploration Group! Together we will continue to explore and be curious. As this image says "Unitarian Universalist Religious Education (Spiritual Exploration for us): Wonder, Awe, and the Sacred Search for Truth and Meaning!" YES! xo Geraldine
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