The publications below are available to download from this page (where there is a link) or order from Essex Hall as low cost printed copies (where a price is listed). Please contact us or phone 020 7240 2384 to order printed copies.
Titles for use with Children:
Awakenings (Under 7s)
Chalice Award – 4 levels (Ages 4–14)
Cosmic Kids Book (Ages 7–11)
Titles for Young Adults
Ignition
Adult Religious Education publications
British Unitarian Journey
Building Your Own Theology – British version
Home and Away
Spirituality in Everyday Life
Spiritual Parenting
Celebrating Diversity
Scroll down for more details of each publication (in alphabetical order)
Awakenings : first steps in religious awareness for under 7s
By Janet Ashcroft, Sheila Jones, Betty Smith and Joan Smith; revised by Margaret Robinson (E+TC, 2007; REYD, 2000, first published in 1992, 60 pages). Covers five topics: the senses, the feelings, the natural world, change and celebrations.
£5.00
British Unitarian Journey
By Rev Dr Vernon Marshall (E & TC, 2004, 40 pages). An adult educational programme in eight sessions, exploring the evolution of the British Unitarian tradition.
£3.00
Building Our Identity
A programme designed to explore and foster understanding of the Object of the General Assembly. By Rev Keith Gilley on behalf of the Unitarian Renewal Group. (REYD, 2002, 27 pages). In five sessions, but with alternatives suggested for just one or two sessions.
£3.00
Building Your Own Theology (British Version)
A programme designed to help individuals understand, develop and articulate their values and belief systems. Based on Richard S. Gilberts version in the USA. Produced by members of the Unitarian Renewal Group. (GA, 2000, 55 pages). In ten sessions.
£3.00
Celebrating Diversity
A resource pack for Unitarian and Free Christian leaders on sexual orientation and other equality issues, produced by members of the Sexual Orientation Equality Group. (GA, 2003). Includes: training resources, readings, personal testimonies and background information.
£5.00
Chalice Award
The Leaders’ Pack, all modules and information about the Chalice Award Scheme and how it operates. (REYD, 2001; with revisions and additions GA, 2016). With masters for photocopying, and background notes. The scheme is run at four levels: Green (ages 4–6), Bronze (ages 6–9), Silver (ages 9–11) and Gold (ages 11–14). This has now been moved to the Chalice Award page on the GA website and all documents can now be downloaded free.
Cosmic Kids Book
The Unitarian Cosmic Kids Book (for 7–11 year olds), by David Shaw (REYD, 2002, reissued 2006, 37 pages). A book of games and puzzles, with clues and answers linked to Unitarianism. Can be used for children who may turn up at a church service with no fixed programme, or where attendance by children is spasmodic. Copyright free for Unitarian–related activities.
Home and Away
By Rev Jo–Ann Lane (E+TC, 2004, 51 pages). An adult educational programme in six sessions exploring the spirituality of place and pilgrimage, home and travel, roots and wings.
£4.00
Ignition: a Programme for Young Adults in Unitarian Churches
By Trevor Jones, revised by Helen Royall (E+TC, 2005, 54 pages). In nine sessions, Ignition provides a framework in which people can gain new insights into themselves, their church relationships and their beliefs. With notes for course leaders.
Spiritual Parenting
By Mel Prideaux. (REYD, 2002, 23 pages). An adult educational programme in four sessions, it provides an opportunity for parents and other carers to share their experience of parenting in the broadest sense, and to develop an understanding of the spiritual development of children.
£3.00
Spirituality in Everyday Life
By Rev Jo–Ann Lane (E+TC, 2004, 79 pages). An adult educational programme in six sessions, it explores the way in which our everyday life enriches our spiritual search.
£5.00
Taking the Service
An introduction to conducting public worship. By Richard Lovis and Peter Sampson. (First issued in 1988, revised 1998, reprinted 2006. 32 pages)
£2.00