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Kristin Maier, author of A Good Telling: Bringing Worship to Life with Story (Skinner House Books, 2013) shares the first in a series of tips for good storytelling. Purchase A Good Telling at the UUA Bookstore.

Good stories are central to good worship. As a Time for All Ages, as part of a sermon, or as part of a multigenerational service, stories engage our hearts and minds and help us grow.

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✳ Pssst! Have you visited our Storytelling page? It's filled with tips, how-to's, and lots of resources!

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  • Unitarian Universalist Association Chalice
    Song “Gathered Here” Chalice Lighting This is our circle of chalice light, Where peace and love are burning bright, A place of wonder, a place of fun, Welcome, welcome, everyone! Greetings Good morning! Stand up and greet your neighbor with a handshake or hug. Stay standing—I’m going to...
    Complete Service | By Kathy Underwood | January 21, 2015 | From WorshipWeb
    Tagged as: Spiritual Practice, Spirituality
  • Unitarian Universalist Association Chalice
    Greetings Good morning! My name is Kathy. Let’s greet our friends. Covenant Read together. Introduction Today we’re going to learn a new spiritual practice. Who remembers what a spiritual practice is? It is an activity that cultivates spirituality. What are some examples of spiritual practice?
    Complete Service | By Kathy Underwood | January 21, 2015 | From WorshipWeb
    Tagged as: Balance, Body, Healing, Spiritual Practice, Taoism