Introduction

I am the new Director of Religious Education at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Buffalo, and I am a candidate to become a Credentialed Religious Educator through the UUA's RE Credentialing program.  Part of the work I am doing to prepare for this is an extensive reading list.

As I read, and prepare my portfolio, as well as in the course of my day to day work, I frequently have insights I would like to share with people.  I welcome feedback and exchange of ideas.  So for the parents, teachers and youth in my program as well as fellow religious educators and anyone else who may enjoy reading, I've decided to create this blog.

The title comes from a quote from John Murray, the minister credited with bringing Universalism to America.


 “You may possess only a small light, but uncover it, let it shine, use it in order to bring more light and understanding to the hearts and minds of men and women. Give them not Hell, but hope and courage.  Do not push them deeper into their theological despair, but preach the kindness and everlasting love of God.”

John Murray

I hope you enjoy your reading.

Sincerely,

Sonja Lamicela, DRE UUCB