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We have lots of great books and videos for all ages that share what it means to be a Unitarian Universalist, live our principles, and find inspiration in our sources. Books are available for loan for parents, too.

Click here for a list of Religious Education resources to borrow.

Here is an iTunes iMix list of songs to inspire Unitarian Universalists of all ages!

The flaming chalice is the symbol of Unitarian Universalism. The flame is a symbol of truth, helpfulness and sacrifice; the chalice symbolizes being in community. The two circles represent Unitarianism and Universalism, and our world. The flaming chalice has been a symbol of liberal religion since the 15^thcentury, dating to John Hüs in Transylvania, a Catholic priest who was burned at the stake as a heretic for making religion more accessible to laypeople. It also reminds us of the Christian heritage of our tradition.

The flaming chalice was first adopted as a UU symbol by the Unitarian Universalist Service Committee (UUSC) in 1941. During World War II, the UUSC worked to help people flee from Nazi persecution and provide food, shelter, and medicine to refugees. Hans Deutsch, whom the UUSC helped escape imprisonment and flee to the United States, designed this symbol in appreciation for the humanitarian work of the UUSC.

For younger children:

We are Unitarian Universalists.
(Make U’s by cupping each hand)
We are the church of the open mind,
(Touch your hands to your head)
The loving heart,
(Put your hands over your heart)
And the helping hands.
(Put your hands in front of you palms up)
Together we care for our earth
(Make a circle with your arms over your head)
And work for friendship and peace in our world
(Hold hands with your neighbors)

                                            ~ Gaia Brown

 For older children:

We light this chalice for the light of truth.
We light this chalice for the warmth of love.
We light this chalice for the energy of action.

                                    ~ Mary Anne Moore