Religious Education at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation at Montclair

The purpose of the Religious Education Program is to guide our children, youth and adults in: Nurturing the individual spirit within our loving community; Understanding that we are part of Unitarian Universalist heritage; past, present and future; Cultivating curiosity about, appreciation for, and engagement with, all faith traditions; Developing a lifelong practice of service; Encouraging mindfulness and a sense of wonder.

Student Course Offerings
Coming of Age (9th & 10th Grades): A year-long curriculum helping teenagers to learn more about Unitarian Universalism and articulate their own theology.

Creative Edge: Best for Kindergarten through 6th Grades and New to the U kids. Multifaceted creative exploration of foundational UU values.

Dungeons and Dragons: For 4th through 12th grades. Explores CORE UU VALUES and TRADITIONS through D&D fantasy role-playing adventures.

Living Into Social Justice: ONLY for Trimester 1 pre-8th grade OWL - formerly called Heeding The Call.

Minecraft: An Introduction to the Neighboring Faiths curriculum. Best for 3rd-5th grades, and children with previous Minecraft and tablet experience.

Our Whole Lives (OWL): Heeding the Call encourages youth to reflect on their own lives while also making connections to the lives lived by others. 8th Grade Students