Children's Activities
Sunday Classes
Every Sunday, 9 and 11 a.m.
Our Sunday morning Children's Ministry classes provide a sacred space
for children to explore and experience God in a safe and creative environment.
Children start by choosing to work in one of our creative centers
while interacting with Unity peers. During the hour, we also create
a Sacred Circle where children come together in community and enjoy a
holy, respectful, age-appropriate ministry lesson.
White Stone Ceremony for Children
Sunday, January 1 during 9 and 11 a.m.
The White Stone Ceremony symbolizes a joyful new start into unlimited new possibilities for the future. We’ll encourage the children to learn something new about themselves and their lives by discovering a new quality and essence of who they truly are. A great way to begin the new year!
FAMILY Activities
Youth & Family Bingo Night
Friday, January 6
6:30 to 8:30 p.m. (Gathering Room)
We invite the families of our children and teens to participate in this fun-filled evening of excitement, connection and prizes! There is no admission or card fee to play, but we ask that everyone bring a toy or other fun item valued at $3-$5 to contribute to the prizes that we will give out. Light refreshments will be served. If you would like to attend, please sign up at the Youth & Family Ministry Table in the Courtyard or RSVP by emailing Kate Offenberger at kate@aftermarketerclub.com.
‘Food, Fun and Fellowship for Families’
Friday, February 3
5:30 to 8:30 p.m. (Gathering Room)
Join us as we gather the families of our children and teens to enjoy an
evening of food, fun and fellowship! We’ll enjoy a potluck dinner where
we can eat, connect, and get to know one another better. Please bring a
dish to share:
A-J: Dessert • J-R: Salad/Appetizer • S-Z: Main Dish
This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with other families in the
ministry. Please join us for this joy-filled community event!
Sign up at the Youth & Family Ministry tabel in the Courtyard on Sunday
mornings, or RSVP to Kate Offenberger at kate@aftermarketerclub.com
Activities for TEENS
Sunday Teen Classes
Every Sunday
11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Uniteens (Grades 6-8)
YOU (Grades 9-12)
Through these classes, we invite teens to explore what they believe and use this truth to create a personal relationship with God that brings purpose to their everyday life. Weekly ministry messages include interactive and relevant activities and discussions.
Uniteens (Grades 6-8)
Uniteen Connection Night
Wednesday, January 4
7 to 8 p.m.
Wednesday, February 1
7 to 8 p.m.
This night, which features games and social interaction, is a great time to get to know new
teens and deepen relationships with old ones.
Wednesday Evening Classes
Every Wednesday
7 to 8 p.m. (Except for the 1st Wednesday, which is Connection Night)
During our Wednesday evening discussions, the teens will delve deeper into spiritual
exploration with a focus on practical tools, fun, connection, activities and interaction.
New Year’s Unitreat
Saturday and Sunday, January 7 and 8
We will leave Unity of Phoenix on Saturday at noon and return Sunday morning around
Noon.
Teen Mentor Nominations
Two Sundays: January 8 and 15
During Teen Classes
Nominate teens for the Teen Mentor Program! Teens who participate receive training to
be effective leaders and teachers for summer Peace Camp (which will be held this Year
June 4-8). Mentors will attend three half-day Saturday training classes in curriculum
preparation, and will teach children’s classes on Sunday, May 27.
Uniteen Super Bowl Bake Sale Prep
Saturday, February 4
6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Uniteens will gather to price “treats” for the upcoming Bake Sale..
Uniteen Super Bowl Bake Sale
Sunday, February 5
9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (Courtyard)
Throughout the morning, we will sell baked goods as a fundraiser for the Uniteens. We
encourage all congregants to purchase our yummy treats to enjoy during the Super Bowl!
All funds raised will go to support Uniteen events and travel.
Winter Retreat
Saturday, February 18 through Monday, February 20
Uniteens from all over the Southwest Region will come together to share and connect at
this Uniteen Camp held at Whispering Pines Camp in Prescott. This retreat provides a lot
of learning, spiritual growth and fun!
Y.O.U. (Youth of Unity, Grades 9-12)
YOU Connection Night
Wednesday, January 11 • 7 to 8 p.m.
Wednesday, February 8 • 7 to 8 p.m.
A fun night featuring games and social interaction.
Wednesday Evening Classes
Every Wednesday
7 to 8:30 p.m.
(Except for the 2nd Wednesday, which is Connection Night)
During our Wednesday evening discussions, the teens will delve deeper into the Sunday
worship lessons.
Teen Mentor Nominations
Two Sundays: January 8 and 15 • During Teen Classes
Nominate teens for the Teen Mentor Program! Teens who participate receive training to
be effective leaders and teachers for summer Peace Camp (which will be held this Year
June 4-8). Mentors will attend three half-day Saturday training classes in curriculum
preparation, and will teach children’s classes on Sunday, May 27.
Regional Peer Ministry Retreat
Saturday through Monday, January 14-16
Approximately 45 teens from the Southwest Region will gather at Unity of Phoenix for this
leadership-level event, which will offer a solid foundation and hands-on training in Teen
Peer Ministry skills. The focus of the event will be meditation, deep prayer work,
supporting others in crisis or conflict, identifying your own filters, “walking your talk,” confidentiality and follow-up on commitments.
Quarterly Business Meeting
Sunday, February 19 • 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.
The Y.O.U. teens will make decisions regarding tithing of funds and the allocation of funds
for events and travel.
Southwest Regional ‘Love In’
Saturday, February 25 and Sunday, February 26 • Offsite
Our Y.O.U. teens will have the opportunity to share, connect with one another, and make
new friends with teens from other churches during this engaging retreat that brings teens
together with open minds and hearts.
For details on any of these activities, please pick up a flyer in the Teen classrooms.