Adult Religious Education Opportunities for Spring 2012
BVUUF Adult Religious Education Opportunities Winter/Spring 2012
As Unitarian Universalists, we acknowledge “The living traditions which we share, draws from many sources.” which together with Our Seven Principles is the backbone of our religious community. Come join with others and learn together in ways that deepen your understanding of the many sources that guide us.
If you would like to register for a class, contact Stephanie Pache. Course Registration Forms are also available on the Committee Bulletin Board near the Office.
A $10 fee is collected for each class to defray the costs of organizing and offering courses. Scholarships are available.
Make a choice and learn!
BVUUF Adult Religious Education Committee
An Introduction to the Kabbalah
Here is your opportunity to learn about the mystical ideas and teachings within Judaism, the Kabbalah. Rabbi Davis will talk about what the Kabbalah is, how it came about, the difference between the Torah, the Talmud, and the Kabbalah. You will learn how people use the Kabbalah in their everyday life and why not much is known about it. There will also be time for questions at the end of the presentation. Registration fee: $5.00 Scholarships available.
One Session
Sunday, 1:00-5:00 p.m.
January 29
Pauling Room at BVUUF
Led by Rabbi Bahir Davis, Chief Rabbi of the Rocky Mountain Hai Congregation
Fee $5
The Presence Process
How do I develop the skill of being PRESENT? How do I use my emotions to enhance my life rather than interfere with it, make decisions more easily and improve relationships? Have you ever wanted to crack a joke to ease the tension? Have you ever listened to someone and not heard what they just said….and your hearing or aids are just working fine?
These questions will be addressed in the class based on the book “The Presence Process: “A Healing Journey into Present Moment Awareness” (second edition) by Michael Brown, a practical guide that facilitates development of skills in self recognition of emotion, clarity and personal transformation. Please purchase and read the beginning of the book (p. 115) before the first class. This is a repeat of the fall class, new and former participants are encouraged to attend.
Meet Sharon and asks questions about the class 12:15 p.m. on Sun., Jan 22 and Feb. 5!
12 Sessions
Wednesdays, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
February 8, 15, 22, 29
March 7, 14, 21
April 4, 11, 18, 25
May 2
The Sanctuary at BVUUF
Led by Sharon Day
A Manual for Living – Humanism Book Group
Come discuss and explore religious humanism as a way of life. “The premise of the book is that the goal of Humanism is to enable its adherents to become more fully human, to live well and flourish as human beings. That can mean different things to different people. This book articulates what it means to this writer and what it can mean to other Humanists. Its purpose is to show that Humanism is not only a philosophical perspective but also a way of living that is vital, meaningful, responsible and fulfilling, that Humanism is not only a matter of the head but also of the heart.” – William Murry
Text: “Becoming More Fully Human, Religious Humanism as a Way of Life” by William R. Murry. Books can be ordered from: http://huumanists.org/ for $16 + shipping or from the UUA.
2 Sessions (Possibly continuation given interest.)
Wednesday, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
February 22 and 29
Pauling Room at BVUUF
Led by Dave Leonard
Loving-Kindness Book Group
In this inspiring book, Sharon Salzberg shows how the Buddhist path of loving kindness can help us discover the radiant, joyful heart within each one of us. Drawing on simple Buddhist teachings, wisdom stories from various traditions, guided meditation practices, and her own experiences, she shows how each one of us can cultivate love, compassion, joy, and equanimity.
Text: “Loving-Kindness: The Revolutionary Art of Happiness” by Sharon Salzberg.
Meet Marilyn and asks questions about the class 10:15 and 12:15 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 5!
12 sessions
Fridays, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
February 10, 17, 24
March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
April 6,13, 20, 27
Pauling Room at BVUUF
Led by Marilyn Thompson