Welcome to the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Northern Westchester! We are so glad you have found your way to our Web site. Ours is an active, caring faith community, one that greatly values children. In fact, offering an opportunity for spiritual growth to young people is central to the mission of this congregation. Many of our members have come to us seeking religious education for their family. Perhaps you have, too. If you are interested in having your children participate in our Sunday School program, this letter and the other materials on this Web site are designed to introduce you to the program.

We offer age-appropriate Sunday School classes from September to May, taking a break in December for the holidays. Our Sunday School classes are designed to introduce children to Unitarian Universalism, other world religions, and concepts of peace and social justice that are central to the UU faith tradition. The "Quick Overview" sheet explains the grade levels and curriculum for these classes. The Calendar indicates scheduled "Teaching Sundays," on which Sunday School classes are conducted. You and your children are welcome to visit and participate in the children's activities at any time.

The cooperative spirit is strong in our congregation, and much of what happens at our Fellowship is done through the work of volunteers. We believe that volunteering is one of the best ways to become involved in the life of the community. We also know that, as a new member of our community, you need some time to get your feet wet! The "Quick Overview" sheet explains the parent cooperative model that is integral to the running of our Sunday School program. We hope that you will begin to participate in the cooperative for your child's class, but rest assured you will only be asked to help in small, manageable ways for some time to come. We respect your need to deepen your faith, to get to know us, and to have us get to know you.

Again, on behalf of our entire religious education program, we welcome you to the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Northern Westchester, and wish you well on your spiritual journey.