Greetings! Welcome to New2UU, a class both for those of you who are new to our congregation and are interested in learning more about Unitarian Universalism broadly speaking and about its particular expression here in Rockville, and also for those who have been around a little while and have decided to deepen your commitment to UUCR by joining as members.

Generally, it is our hope that New2UU will provide you with:

1. An opportunity to share your story with others.

2. An opportunity to hear the stories of others in the congregation.

3. A broad introduction to Unitarian, Universalist, and Unitarian Universalist history, theology, and practice.

4. Information on how Unitarian Universalism is expressed specifically at UUCR.

5. The bonds of friendship, and companions for the journey…

Schedule (Fall 2023):
We will meet on Friday evenings at 7:00 p.m. (EDT) September 22, September 29, October 6, and October 13.

Sessions:
90-minute sessions on 4 Fridays.

• Session 1 - Our Spiritual Journeys: We will share who we’ve been, who we are, and who we aspire to be.

• Session 2 - Unitarianism and Universalism: What do these mean? We will explore their histories and theologies, as we explore the foundations of how we came to be. As time allows, we will begin to discuss current expressions of Unitarian Universalism and what it means to be UU today.

• Session 3 - Unitarian Universalism and UUCR: With Guests (staff and/or lay leaders), we will continue where we left off with Session 2, providing space for discussing how YOU can be engaged in the life of the congregation as we share about the structure and various programs available at UUCR.

• Session 4 - Congregational Engagement, Membership, and Wrap-up Q&A. This session is for those interested in joining UUCR as members, and anyone who wants to explore a particular topic further.

Classroom:
We will meet in person at UUCR in Room 44 in Building 4. A Zoom link will be available to all registrants for those preferring to participate virtually.

Children & Youth:

• We can provide nursery and childcare for children ages 0-11 if there is interest by September 14. Please register any children in your household who will be attending so that we can plan ahead. (If no one registers and requests nursery childcare by September 14, it will not be offered.)

• Youth ages 12-15 may participate in the class, as they wish, with a responsible registered adult, but are not eligible for membership.

• Youth ages 16 and up who wish to participate may participate as adults.

Contact:
Adrian Graham | agraham@uucr.org | 301-762-7666 x5

NEXT CLASS:
If you are unable to participate this time, the next New2UU Class will be held on Sunday afternoons at 12:15 p.m. starting January 14. Registration will be available here after October 15.