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Unity Family Feedback Survey Mar 2023
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1.
Thanks for taking the time to provide feedback to inform the Youth and Family Ministry (YFM) programming at Unity Minneapolis!
Hearing what's important to you and your willingness to jump into the next phase will be super helpful in crafting the most engaging, meaningful youth programming possible!
I anticipate this survey will take 5-6 minutes of your time. Thanks again!
The child/ren in my care are in the following program areas.
Check all that apply.
(Required.)
High School | grade 9-12 | Youth of Unity - Y.O.U.
Middle School | grade 6-8 | Uniteens
Elementary School | grades K-5 | Young Emerging Spirits - Y.E.S.
Preschool or Pre-K | ages 3-5 | Young Emerging Spirits - Y.E.S.
Not in School | ages 0-3 | Nursery
Other (please specify)
2.
"We lovingly serve youth and families in a safe, loving, fun environment devoted to spiritual exploration and honoring our connection as unique expressions of God."
How well does this mission align with what you see happening in YFM?
Not at all well
Not very well
Somewhat well
Very well
Exceptionally well
Comments
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3.
Please check which aspects of current YFM programming you are already aware of.
(Required.)
Sunday in-person youth spiritual education (Y.E.S, Uniteens, Y.O.U.)
Sunday nursery
1st Sunday zoom spiritual education class for Uniteens and Y.O.U.
Easter Eggstravaganza (Apr 8)
Family Storytelling events with Debra Darby (April 23, May 7)
Retreats for Uniteens (Spring/Fall Unitreats)
Retreats for Y.O.U. (June Rally, IYOU, Fall Retreat)
Youth Bridging Ceremony (June 4)
CommUnity Picnic and Fall YFM Kick-off (2nd Sunday in Sept)
Family Christmas Program/Play
Family outings (e.g. Feb Sledding at Theo Wirth)
Monthly Drumming with David Lind
Other (please specify)
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4.
Which aspects of current programming are you/your family enthusiastic to participate in?
Check all that apply.
(Required.)
Sunday in-person youth spiritual education (Y.E.S, Uniteens, Y.O.U.)
Sunday nursery
1st Sunday zoom spiritual education class for Uniteens and Y.O.U.
Easter Eggstravaganza (Apr 8)
Family Storytelling events with Debra Darby (April 23, May 7)
Retreats for Uniteens (Spring/Fall Unitreats)
Retreats for Y.O.U. (June Rally, IYOU, Fall Retreat)
Youth Bridging Ceremony (June 4)
CommUnity Picnic and Fall YFM Kick-off (2nd Sunday in Sept)
Family Christmas Program/Play
Family outings (e.g. Feb Sledding at Theo Wirth)
Monthly Drumming with David Lind
Other (please specify)
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5.
Are you/your family satisfied with current Youth and Family programming?
(Required.)
Not at all
Somewhat
Very
What made you choose this answer?
6.
What gets in the way of you/your family participating in YFM activities?
Select all that apply.
Lack of awareness - didn't know it was happening, new to Unity Minneapolis
Timing doesn’t work
My child(ren) is/are not excited to come
I'm not aware of what's being taught and if it will benefit my child/ren
I'm not confident the classroom adults will see and value my child/ren
I'm worried my child/ren will be too disruptive (or withdrawn) to participate
We're overscheduled with other activities
Other or comments:
7.
Below are some ideas for new programming brought forth by our team of YFM volunteers. Please select any you'd like to participate in.
KIDS/YOUTH: lessons/workshops on: Nonviolent communication boot camp – how to resolve conflict, offer empathy | Mindfulness (age-appropriate for all ages) to self-regulate | Our Whole Lives Sexuality Education, etc.
PARENTS/FAMILIES: group volunteer at food bank
KIDS/YOUTH: Connect to the earth – dirt, seeds, flowers, water, clay, sand | A day-long fun adventure in nature | Support/spearhead a youth community garden
KIDS/YOUTH: Throw events like: Halloween/Day of the Dead Event | Spirit Camp weeklong in the summer | Indigenous Peoples Day outdoor event | Talent contest in Sanctuary
PARENTS/FAMILIES: Gather for Parenting challenges & support/guidance – feeling connected to other adults | Workshop on issues parents face e.g. How to discuss hard topics with kids from a spiritual perspective (gun violence, homelessness, climate crisis)
PARENTS/FAMILIES - Provide childcare for parents to have night off | Regular fun time/parent’s night out – supervise, feed & entertain kids at church | Yoga for all
KIDS/YOUTH - Fundraiser: teens make dinner, do a play or comedy night for entertainment | Sleep out to raise $$$ for teens experiencing homelessness
None of the above
Please elaborate on your choice(s) - if you'd like!
8.
Volunteers are the heart of YFM! Please check any/all of the following that would bring you joy to contribute to this ministry (or continue contributing if you are already involved).
Become a children’s or youth classroom volunteer (or substitute)
Share musical talents (voice, guitar, piano, etc.) with our youth
Become a YFM Greeter – welcome families as they arrive and assist with check-in
Help plan a YFM event (e.g. CommUnity picnic, Parent’s Night Out, etc.)
Office Angel – help prepare classroom for Sundays (prepare handouts, switch out supplies, etc.)
Pick up & deliver refreshments &/or supplies needed for youth events/classes
Beautify the YFM spaces- refresh the bulletin boards, showcase kids art, etc.
Plan an outing for families
Organize a youth fundraiser (e.g. pancake breakfast, flower sale, carwash, etc.)
Volunteer at Easter Eggstravaganza 2023
Contribute financially to the ministry
Share a talent with kids/youth
Other (please specify)
9.
As you may have heard, Unity Minneapolis will move to one service - at 10:00 AM, starting May 7th.
Will this change affect your family's attendance on Sundays?
No
Maybe - not sure
Yes - we will attend more
Yes - we will attend less
Please elaborate (if you'd like) on why you chose this answer
10.
Thank you immensely for the gift of your time and your feedback. With your help we will create the next grandest version of Unity Minneapolis’ Youth & Family Ministry that is both spiritually enriching and a beacon of light regardless of the times we find ourselves in. Love and blessings!
-Cassidy
Any other feedback you'd like to share? For instance, suggestions for enhancing YFM programming?
Current Progress,
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