We know that joining a new group can be confusing. 

• What does RE mean? 
• What is the Message for All Ages? 
• Sometimes it feels like we are speaking a different language!

This glossary is here to help! 

• Some of the most common terms we use are listed below. 
  • Have a question or want to add one? 
    • Let us know =  DRE.UUCT@gmail.com.
  • See our larger UUCT Glossary (growing, slowly)

• Coming of Age (CoA).
  • Moving from childhood to adulthood can be a stressful, confusing time. 
  • CoA program offers students a safe place to walk this journey. 
  • Students will explore theology, spirituality and history
    • through discussion, drama, music, writing and art.
  • It is offered to 8th to 10th grade youth.
  • See our Children and Youth info
    • for information about which programs are being offered this year.
• Director of Religious Education (DRE). 
  • I’m the staff member who coordinates all
    • the youth and children’s programming at UUCT.
• Director of Lifespan Religious Education (DLFD).
  • I’m the staff member who coordinates all
    • the educational, spiritual growth, and faith development programs
      • for children, youth, and adults at UUCT.
• Lifespan Faith Development (LFD).
  • Don’t let the title “Lifespan Faith Development” scare you!
  • It is a common UU way
    • to refer to the programs, events, and activities
      • that occur in UU contexts.
  • We are here to support YOU
    • on your “free and responsible search for truth and meaning“
      • no matter your age or where your journey leads you.
• Message For All Ages. 
  • During this time in the service there will be a short message
    • from the Director of Lifespan Religious Education, Minister, or other church member.
  • The message is designed to be engaging for congregants of all ages
    • and may be a story, skit, or general information.
  • It generally happens 10-15 minutes after the service begins.
  • Following this, the children are dismissed to their classes
• Religious Education (RE). 
  • (Not your typical) Sunday School. 
  • RE generally refers to the programming that happens on Sunday mornings,
    • but can include any activities for children and youth.
• Unitarian Universalist and Unitarian Universalist Association. 
  • Unitarian Universalism is a liberal religious tradition
    • that was formed from the consolidation of two religions:
      • Unitarianism
      • Universalism.
    • “We are brave, curious, and compassionate thinkers and doers.
    • We are diverse in faith, ethnicity, history and spirituality,
      • but aligned in our desire to make a difference for the good.
    • We have a track record
      • of standing on the side of love, justice, and peace.” 
    • Find out more about who we are. 
• Worship or Sunday Service  
  • Gathering together is a life-affirming, humanizing activity and we gather on Sunday mornings. 
  • Service is a mix of social justice, inspiration, music, and reflection. 
  • We hope you’ll join us! 
  • See what’s happening at UUCT.   
  • And, see what other UUs do.