Thank you for being a part of our growing program. Feel free to drop us a line and let us know how you and yours are doing. We are always open to ideas and hope to be providing just what you need from a religious exploration program for children and youth and community at UUCC.

Contact Jonathan White, CYRE Chair, with questions or for clarification: rechair@uucolumbia.org or to be
included on a mailing list to know ahead of time when to plan for CYRE programming.

CYRE Activities on Sunday, October 27th, During Service
Hurricane Recovery
Younger kids will spend service with Nancie and talk about the two hurricanes that have recently hit our, as well as our family’s and friend’s homes (Hurricane Helene, Hurricane Milton) They will read a book about hurricanes, and do weather/hurricane related activities.

What We Need to Thrive
Older youth will discuss Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs by creating their own character and letting fate (dice) decide what their person’s life is going to be like. This activity is focused on encouraging discussion of every day injustices that people face, the reality of privilege, and how people are impacted by public policies and human rights issues.

Annual Community Pumpkin Carving, Sunday, October 27, After Service at 12pm, Patio
All are welcome to join us for our community pumpkin carving event out on the front patio after service. Bring your own pumpkin, and tools if you have them!

Candy Drive
CYRE is sponsoring a CUUPS movie night on Halloween, October 31st. We want to enjoy a movie and give out candy to kids and families who attend, and are currently accepting all donations of candy including allergy friendly and vegan candy.

Help Wanted: Pageant Director
CYRE was so pleased to be able to perform our Christmas pageant in 2023. We want to do another this December! Currently we are looking for a volunteer director and volunteer producer role. If you have availability, a passion for theatre, and a love of the holidays, please reach out and let us know you’re interested!

Please contact Emilia Gunning at dre@uucolumbia.org with any questions.