Parents sa Resident Theologians

			Parents as Resident Theologians

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Authors: Roberta and Christopher Nelson

Publisher: Unitarian Universalist Association

Pub. Date: 1990 (revision)

Available From: UUA Bookstore

Theme and Description Helps parents and other adults articulate their religious experiences and beliefs in order to respond to the religious questions of their children.

Coals for Participants

To probe personal theological issues
To gain insight into their religious journeys
To explore ways to interact with children in their religious questioning
To reach a deeper understanding of what it is to be a Unitarian Universalist
To appreciate the important role of parents in their children's religious development
To articulate their personal theology.

Age Range Adult

Size of Group 12 to 16

Space Requirements A comfortable, private meeting room with enough space to allow the large group to divide into smaller groups

Number of Sessions 6

Length of Sessions 1 1/2 to 2 hours

Leader Training Leaders must do background reading and have knowledge of and experience in group process

Leader Preparation 2 to 3 hours per session

Strengths

Facilitates theological explorations among adults
Enables parents to help children with their religious questioning.

Limitations

Does not encompass the full range of theological diversity that exists in our religious community (lacks sufficient affirmation for liberal Christians )
Lacks a comprehensive bibliography.

Adaptability Too large a group hinders the effectiveness of the exchange among participants; if more than 16 people sign up, form two groups. This program works well in a weekend workshop format.

Unitarian Universalist Values Affirms the inherent worth and dignity of every person; acceptance of one another and encouragement to spiritual growth in our congregations; and the belief that the living tradition we share draws from many sources.