Our Whole Lives (OWL) Sexuality Education Classes for 8th graders

This fall, the Unitarian Universalist Church of Champaign Urbana will offer the “Our Whole Lives” (OWL) Sexuality Education program for 8th graders! "Our Whole Lives" helps participants make informed and responsible decisions about their sexual health and behavior. It equips participants with accurate, age-appropriate information in six subject areas: human development, relationships, personal skills, sexual behavior, sexual health, and society and culture. Grounded in a holistic view of sexuality, OWL not only provides facts about anatomy and human development, but also helps participants clarify their values, build interpersonal skills, and understand the spiritual, emotional, and social aspects of sexuality. We're looking for 8th graders who may benefit from the only comprehensive sex education class in Champaign-Urbana. Class starts on September 9th, meeting on Sundays from 11:15am - 12:30pm throughout the academic year through 5/19/13 and it's completely free. There's a parent orientation coming up next week and if you're interested/want to learn more, it's a chance to meet the teachers and learn about the curriculum! Please forward this message to parents/guardians of 8th grade students! OWL Parent Orientation meeting Wednesday, September 5th 6:30-8:00 PM Unitarian Universalist Church of Urbana-Champaign 309 W. Green St., Urbana, IL 61801 (217) 384-8862

New Anti-Racism Chalice Circle Starting

The first meeting of the Anti-Racism Chalice Circle will be Thursday September 13 at 7 pm, in the church library, facilitated by Elaine Gehrmann. Please contact Elaine with questions, suggestions, and/or with your intent to attend (217-344-2335, gehrmanns at aol.com).

Reminder; Sign Up for Immigration as a Moral Issue

"Immigration as a Moral Issue" is the UUA’s Congregational Study/Action Issue 2010—2014. This class is offered as a 6 week curriculum giving a broad overview to the complex issue of immigration. The UU Church of Urbana-Champaign is hosting a 6-week class beginning September 10th on Mondays from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. in the Children's Chapel. To sign up, or to get more information, please contact the church office at 384-8862 or admin@uucuc.org. "This six-week course highlights one of the greatest moral crises of our time. Migration of people-driven by economic, social, political and environmental factors-is taking place around the world. Millions are currently in transit, in refugee camps, in detention centers, or living and working in places without full legal status and without access to social services or protection of civil rights. The dignity of all the world's peoples is core to Unitarian Universalist (UU) principles and values. Given the justice-oriented nature of UU faith, UUs are called to be leaders in the struggle for immigrant and refugee rights, and to view immigration not only as a legal issue but also a moral issue."

Fall Changes at Church

Just a reminder to the congregation that things begin changing at the church in the next few weeks! The Ingathering/Water and Stone Communion takes place in the sanctuary on August 26th. Don't forget to bring your vial of water or a small stone from your summer travels, which you can share at the Water and Stone Communion on August 26th at 10am. The two-service schedule resumes on September 9th, 9:30 and 11:15 a.m. At that time, RE classes also resume, as do the Second Sunday Potlucks. Mark your calendars and join us on Sunday for worship!