Purpose of this session: To reflect on the skills and understanding that support listening deeply, so that all members of the circle are fully heard.

Honesty                                                                                       November
Purpose of this session: To explore our thoughts on the value of honesty, in our relationships and with ourselves.

Humor                                                                                         December
Purpose of this session: To explore how humor has contributed to your well being and spiritual growth. Read the sample unit here.

Being of Service                                                                         December
Purpose of this session: To explore what being of service means to you and how you choose to be of service.

Spiritual Growth                                                                          January
Purpose of this session: The purpose of this session is to explore the third UU Principle and its impact on our lives. The third UU Principle: Acceptance of one another and encouragement to spiritual growth in our congregations.

A Time to Reflect on Our Circle                                                   January
Purpose of this session: To reflect on how our Chalice Circle is doing after the first several sessions.

Facing Death                                                                               February
Purpose of this session: To explore the great question of facing death and how we may approach it with serenity.

Caring Community                                                                       February
Purpose of this session: To explore what being a part of a caring community means to you.

Failure and Disappointment                                                        March
Purpose of this session: To explore failure and disappointment as agents of change in your life.

Loss and Hope                                                                             March
Purpose of this session: To explore the relationship between loss and hope and how we maintain a sense of optimism for the future.

Forgiveness                                                                                  April
Purpose of this session: To explore our attitudes and strengthen our capacity for forgiveness.

Gratitude as a Spiritual Practice                                                  April
Purpose of this session: The purpose of this session is to explore gratitude as a spiritual practice.

Our Journey and Closure                                                             May
Purpose of this session: To take time and reflect on how the chalice circle experience has been for you and what have you learned about yourself.