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Unity of WilmingtonUnity of WilmingtonUnity of WilmingtonUnity of Wilmington 717 Orchard Avenue, Wilmington, NC 28403
910-763-5155 or [email protected] Rev. Mindy Tucker and Rev. Nickie Golden, Co-Ministers
Office Hours: Wednesday—Friday, 9:00 am—4:00 pm Closed Monday and Tuesday
2018201820182018 Year of DeepeningYear of DeepeningYear of DeepeningYear of Deepening
Vision for the World:Vision for the World:Vision for the World:Vision for the World: United in Love, the world celebrates joy, abundance and harmony.
- Unity of Wilmington is a loving, vibrant, inclusive, spirit-led community.
- Unity of Wilmington’s congregation is a powerful force of love and joy, embracing diversity and living Unity’s spiritual principles.
- Unity of Wilmington’s relationships are centered in integrity, authenticity, and unconditional Love.
- Unity of Wilmington is an inspirational, expanding ministry demonstrating successful leadership, prosperity and responsible stewardship.
We are a vibrant, loving, spiritual community We are a vibrant, loving, spiritual community We are a vibrant, loving, spiritual community We are a vibrant, loving, spiritual community expanding consciousness and expanding consciousness and expanding consciousness and expanding consciousness and
inspiring personal transformation.inspiring personal transformation.inspiring personal transformation.inspiring personal transformation.
October 2018October 2018October 2018October 2018
Garland Landrith will Speak at the 9:00 and 11:00 am ServicesGarland Landrith will Speak at the 9:00 and 11:00 am ServicesGarland Landrith will Speak at the 9:00 and 11:00 am ServicesGarland Landrith will Speak at the 9:00 and 11:00 am Services Sunday, October 14Sunday, October 14Sunday, October 14Sunday, October 14
Sundays in October
October 7— Call of Duty (sermon topic selected by Michael Snyder); Vocalist: Molly Darden, Accompanist: Aaron Evans October 14—Guest Speaker: Dr. Landrith Garland;
Vocalist: LaRaisha Dionne, Accompanist: Aaron Evans October 21— The Holy Husks; ; Vocalist: Elisa Eklof Smith
Friday, October 5, 7:00Friday, October 5, 7:00Friday, October 5, 7:00Friday, October 5, 7:00----8:30 pm8:30 pm8:30 pm8:30 pm
Ecstatic dance is a style of free form dance in which the music is the teacher. There is no structure or steps to follow or any particular way to dance. We are offering a curated music playlist ranging from electronic dance music, World music, and a variety of musical genres. After 15 minutes of instruction and intention setting, participants are invited to dance as they feel led. The rules are simple, no talking and rest whenever you like. The event is inclusive of all ages and is drug and alcohol free. Love offering: $10 Facili-tated by Jeff Brown.
Healing NightHealing NightHealing NightHealing Night Monday, October 1, 7:00Monday, October 1, 7:00Monday, October 1, 7:00Monday, October 1, 7:00----9:00 pm9:00 pm9:00 pm9:00 pm
This evening of healing is open to all wishing to receive healing energy. Different healing modalities will be of-fered. Contact Sis Tyler at 452-0415 if you have any ques-tions. Love offerings accepted.
Healing Nights are held on the first Monday of the month.
Regularly Scheduled Weekly Classes and ProgramsRegularly Scheduled Weekly Classes and ProgramsRegularly Scheduled Weekly Classes and ProgramsRegularly Scheduled Weekly Classes and Programs
A Course in MiraclesA Course in MiraclesA Course in MiraclesA Course in Miracles————Sunday and Wednesday 7:00 pm; Tuesday 6:30 pmSunday and Wednesday 7:00 pm; Tuesday 6:30 pmSunday and Wednesday 7:00 pm; Tuesday 6:30 pmSunday and Wednesday 7:00 pm; Tuesday 6:30 pm
ACIM teaches a thought system—a way of seeing and understanding—based on
A unique group welcoming all men who wish to grow spiritually and mindfully
through open-minded and compassionate discussion in a safe, confidential fel-
lowship. For more information contact Jim at 910-232-1598.
Mindshifters GroupMindshifters GroupMindshifters GroupMindshifters Group————Tuesday 5:00Tuesday 5:00Tuesday 5:00Tuesday 5:00----6:30 pm6:30 pm6:30 pm6:30 pm This group meets to work on dr. michael ryce’s tools for forgiveness, creation, healing, and much more. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Choir RehearsalChoir RehearsalChoir RehearsalChoir Rehearsal————Thursday 7:00 pm (cancelled October 4 and 11)Thursday 7:00 pm (cancelled October 4 and 11)Thursday 7:00 pm (cancelled October 4 and 11)Thursday 7:00 pm (cancelled October 4 and 11) Join us if you are interested in participating in Sunday Worship services.
Words of Wisdom Book GroupWords of Wisdom Book GroupWords of Wisdom Book GroupWords of Wisdom Book Group————Friday 10:00 amFriday 10:00 amFriday 10:00 amFriday 10:00 am
The group is discussing the book The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali by Sri Swami
Satchidananda. Everyone is welcome to attend. Questions? Call Barbara McGirt
910-431-8045.
Emmet Fox Study GroupEmmet Fox Study GroupEmmet Fox Study GroupEmmet Fox Study Group————Saturday 11:00 amSaturday 11:00 amSaturday 11:00 amSaturday 11:00 am
Emmet Fox was a New Thought spiritual leader and author. We are studying
Power Through Constructive Thinking. Contact Terri Mann 470-2745 with ques-
tions.
Community and Worldwide Service Ongoing ProjectCommunity and Worldwide Service Ongoing ProjectCommunity and Worldwide Service Ongoing ProjectCommunity and Worldwide Service Ongoing Project
Collection of Box Tops for EducationCollection of Box Tops for EducationCollection of Box Tops for EducationCollection of Box Tops for Education— We collect the Box Tops for Education coupons found on many General Mills products. Roland-Grise Middle School PTA receives ten cents for each box top. A jar is located on the foyer table for the coupons. We have donated $190 in box tops to date.
Refreshments forRefreshments forRefreshments forRefreshments for OctoberOctoberOctoberOctober
If your last name begins with the letters A-I, would you be willing to bring in after service refresh-ments: fruit, cheese and crack-ers, raw veggies, cookies, or other finger foodsfinger foodsfinger foodsfinger foods. Thanks!
Birthdays for OctoberBirthdays for OctoberBirthdays for OctoberBirthdays for October
1 Theo Haenn 2 Donna McCarthy Ocean Mihal 6 Judy Calloway 8 Nancy Braman 13 Debi Ranieri 15 Tina Vesley 16 Cheryl Livingston 17 Michael Snyder 18 Mel Gibson CJ Spear Norman Weiner 19 Jim Maddox 22 Patsy Hartz Barb Nolan 24 Dave Guenzel 26 Lendon Ganey John Hinrichs 29 Jack Wilhelm 31 Nicole Reid
Healing NightHealing NightHealing NightHealing Night Monday, October 1, 7:00—9:00 pm
Seven Spiritual Laws of Success ClassSeven Spiritual Laws of Success ClassSeven Spiritual Laws of Success ClassSeven Spiritual Laws of Success Class Wednesday, October 3-31, 7:00 pm
Ecstatic DanceEcstatic DanceEcstatic DanceEcstatic Dance Friday, October 5, 7:00 pm
Birthday SundayBirthday SundayBirthday SundayBirthday Sunday October 7, 9:00 and 11:00 am
New Members ClassNew Members ClassNew Members ClassNew Members Class Sunday, October 7, 12:30-2:30 pm
Ladies Lunch at Sweet N SavoryLadies Lunch at Sweet N SavoryLadies Lunch at Sweet N SavoryLadies Lunch at Sweet N Savory Tuesday, October 9, Noon
Garland LandrithGarland LandrithGarland LandrithGarland Landrith Speaker: Sunday, Speaker: Sunday, Speaker: Sunday, Speaker: Sunday, October 14, 9 and 11 am Living Your Dreams Workshop: Living Your Dreams Workshop: Living Your Dreams Workshop: Living Your Dreams Workshop: Sunday, Oct.
Monthly Caregiving Support GroupMonthly Caregiving Support GroupMonthly Caregiving Support GroupMonthly Caregiving Support Group Monday, October 15, 5:30 pm
Newsletter DeadlineNewsletter DeadlineNewsletter DeadlineNewsletter Deadline Tuesday, October 23
Girls Night Out at Girls Night Out at Girls Night Out at Girls Night Out at Yoshi Sushi Bar Yoshi Sushi Bar Yoshi Sushi Bar Yoshi Sushi Bar Tuesday, October 23, 6:00 pm
Aloha SundayAloha SundayAloha SundayAloha Sunday October 28, 9:00 and 11:00 am
Birthday SundayBirthday SundayBirthday SundayBirthday Sunday October 1October 1October 1October 1
We welcome birthday celebrants and cupcake donations.
Soup SundaySoup SundaySoup SundaySoup Sunday October 14October 14October 14October 14
Bring a pot of soup to share!
The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success ClassClassClassClass Wednesdays, October 3Wednesdays, October 3Wednesdays, October 3Wednesdays, October 3----31, 7:00 pm31, 7:00 pm31, 7:00 pm31, 7:00 pm
The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success based on the book by Deepak Chopra will be held each Wednesday and runs from October 3rd thru Octo-ber 31st. This class taught by Linda Thunberg and Nickie Golden will take us back to the basics looking at spiritual law in the areas of pure po-tentiality, giving and receiving, cause and effect, least effort, intention and desire, detachment, and purpose. The class will include experiential exercises as well as short lectures and group discussion. Join us for an enlightening experi-ence and a lot of fun. Love offering.
New Members ClassNew Members ClassNew Members ClassNew Members Class Sunday, October 7, 12:30Sunday, October 7, 12:30Sunday, October 7, 12:30Sunday, October 7, 12:30----2:30 pm2:30 pm2:30 pm2:30 pm
Becoming a member at Unity of Wilmington indicates a definite, considered choice to be an integral part of this Unity spiritual community. It represents a commitment to the manifestation of Unity principles in one’s life, and a com-mitment to share in the joys and responsibilities of co-creating and maintaining this on-going Unity ministry.
This 2-hour class serves as an introduction to Unity principles as well as the history and structure of our governance. While attendance is mandatory for membership in Unity of Wilmington, people are welcome to attend without join-ing.
Facilitated by Rev. Mindy and Rev. Nickie. If you have been a member at another Unity church, you may be eligible to transfer your membership. Contact Rev. Mindy for more information: [email protected].
New Member InductionNew Member InductionNew Member InductionNew Member Induction Sunday, October 21Sunday, October 21Sunday, October 21Sunday, October 21
Showing of the Movie Showing of the Movie Showing of the Movie Showing of the Movie HEALHEALHEALHEAL
Friday, November 16, 7:00 pmFriday, November 16, 7:00 pmFriday, November 16, 7:00 pmFriday, November 16, 7:00 pm The Movie documentary “HEALHEALHEALHEAL” will be shown at 7:00pm. This movie features Deepak Chopra, Bruce Lipton, Marianne Williamson, Michael Beckwith, Gregg Braden, Anita Moorjani, Anthony William the Medical Medium, and more dis-cussing how our thoughts, beliefs, and emotions impact our health and heal-ing. Love offering. Refreshments available.
Membership Confirmation Time!Membership Confirmation Time!Membership Confirmation Time!Membership Confirmation Time! Confirmation deadline is October 15thConfirmation deadline is October 15thConfirmation deadline is October 15thConfirmation deadline is October 15th
Unity membership is unique. While other spiritual communities may have spe-cific obligations, it is most important to recognize that membership in Unity of Wilmington is a commitment to deepen our own personal spiritual expansion, and to experience relationships which are centered in integrity, authenticity, and unconditional Love. Membership also is a commitment to share in the joys and responsibilities of co-creating and maintaining this on-going Unity ministry. We unite in purpose in order that we may minister more effectively to each other and to the greater community. Together, we are a powerful force of love and joy, embracing diver-sity and living Unity’s spiritual principles. With the formal adoption of revised bylaws last February, all members are re-quired to declare their desired membership status for the coming year. If you are a member, please complete your membership declaration card and return it to the Admin Office no later than October 15.
Special Thanks to…Special Thanks to…Special Thanks to…Special Thanks to…
We are grateful to our many volunteers who support the ministries of Unity of Wilmington. We appreciate you! Want to help? Contact Gail O’Brien our Vol-unteer Coordinator at [email protected] (742-5524) or Annette Cook at [email protected] (763-5155).
Thanks to…
- Jennifer Allen, Annette Cook, Chris Duerk, Samantha Ezzell, Rev. Nickie, Katherine Green, Jennifer Jones, Lainie Mauger, Phyllis Millette, Beverly Perry, John Tollefson, Jason Tripp, Rev. Mindy and Sis Tyler for coming out to help with the cleanup of debris left in the wake of hurricane Florence. It took 2-3 days, but we got it done! Thanks to Rev. Nickie and Lainie Mauger for provid-ing lunch.
- the anonymous donor who assisted in paying for the tree company to re-moving dangerous branches and large limbs that we couldn’t reach.
- Cliff Birtwistle for repainting the benches in the lobby. Beautiful job! And thanks to Rev. Mindy for the new pillows.
- our picnic volunteers, especially: Jennifer Allen, Kathleen Cerron, Katherine Greene, Kaete and Alan Held, Carolyn Jarrell, Jill Morrison, Beverly Perry, Gene and Kathy Sinclair, Michael Snyder, John Tollefson, Jerry Vesely and Melissa Wilson.
Diversity Dates for October Diversity Dates for October Diversity Dates for October Diversity Dates for October
1 – Shmini Atzeret, Jewish 4 – St. Francis Day, Christian 8 – Indigenous People’s Day 9-17 – Navarati, Hindu 28 – Reformation Day, Protestant 31 – All Hallow’s Eve, Christian
Diversity StatementDiversity StatementDiversity StatementDiversity Statement: We believe that all people are created with sacred worth. Our ministries and outreaches are inclusive and open-minded, free of discrimination on the basis of race, gender, age, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, physical disabil-ity and sexual orientation. We recognize and honor the Divine within as the one common denominator that we share on our human journey.
Unity of Wilmington tithed out $2,033 in the month of September Unity of Wilmington tithed out $2,033 in the month of September Unity of Wilmington tithed out $2,033 in the month of September Unity of Wilmington tithed out $2,033 in the month of September
to the following:to the following:to the following:to the following:
Silent Unity, Unity Worldwide Ministries, Unity South East Region, Unity Ministers of the Mid-Atlantic States, Unity Urban Ministerial School,
Crystal Coast Unity, Unity Center of Peace, Rev. Anna Shouse
We are deeply blessed and nourished by these organizations and individuals.
Amazon Smiles on Unity of WilmingtonAmazon Smiles on Unity of WilmingtonAmazon Smiles on Unity of WilmingtonAmazon Smiles on Unity of Wilmington
Amazon Smiles is a program offered by Amazon wherein if you shop through the Amazon Smiles portal, Unity of Wilmington will receive a nickel for every $10 you spend. What an easy and fun way to support Unity! Unity earned ! Unity earned ! Unity earned ! Unity earned $41.56 during the months April$41.56 during the months April$41.56 during the months April$41.56 during the months April----June, 2018. June, 2018. June, 2018. June, 2018.
To access Amazon Smiles with credit towards Unity of Wilmington, you can cut and paste the following link in your browser and access Amazon.
https:/smile.amazon.com/ch/56-1635314
Prayer SupportPrayer SupportPrayer SupportPrayer Support
Please let us know if you would like prayer support by filling out a Prayer Re-quest. Forms are located in the Fellowship Hall, Sanctuary, Youth Education wing and online. You may also contact Silent Unity at 1-800-NOW-PRAY (1-800-669-7729).
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October 14 after both servicesOctober 14 after both servicesOctober 14 after both servicesOctober 14 after both services
‘Soup’ Sundays are a great way to fellowship while enjoying a delicious cup of soup. Please sign up if you are willing to bring a pot of soup to share. Your love offering continues to support the sound reduction project in the Fellowship Hall. Thank you!
Thanks to those who prepared soup in August: Pam Coble, Liz Greenwald, and Carol Jenkins. We appreciate you and thank you for your generosity.
Tuesday, October 9, Noon Tuesday, October 9, Noon Tuesday, October 9, Noon Tuesday, October 9, Noon ————Ladies LunchLadies LunchLadies LunchLadies Lunch Tuesday, October 23, 6:00 pmTuesday, October 23, 6:00 pmTuesday, October 23, 6:00 pmTuesday, October 23, 6:00 pm————Girls Night OutGirls Night OutGirls Night OutGirls Night Out
Fun and social gatherings for the women of Unity! We will meet at Sweet and Savory, Sweet and Savory, Sweet and Savory, Sweet and Savory, 1611 Pavilion Place, Wilmington for lunch. For dinner we will head over to Yoshi Sushi Bar and Japanese CuisineYoshi Sushi Bar and Japanese CuisineYoshi Sushi Bar and Japanese CuisineYoshi Sushi Bar and Japanese Cuisine, 260 Racine Drive, Wilmington for Girls Night Out. You may sign up in the lobby or contact Beverly Perry (910-465-6375) for lunch or Katherine Greene (910-524-2971 / [email protected]) for dinner to reserve or to cancel your spot. Please make your reservation at least 24 hours before the meal.
Second Friday Experience: Crystal Bowl MeditationSecond Friday Experience: Crystal Bowl MeditationSecond Friday Experience: Crystal Bowl MeditationSecond Friday Experience: Crystal Bowl Meditation Friday, October 12, 7:00 pmFriday, October 12, 7:00 pmFriday, October 12, 7:00 pmFriday, October 12, 7:00 pm
Join Jerry Vesely as he takes us on a soothing sound journey while listening to the melodic tones of crystal bowls coupled with the sweet sounds of gongs. Together, these instruments weave a flowing stream of energy inviting us to enter a meditative state that is both energizing and healing. $20 Love offering.
Annual Dinner and Auction Saturday, November 10th
Silent Auction: 5:30-6:45 pm Dinner and Live Auction: 7:00 pm
Tickets: $25 in advance/$30 Nov. 5th-9th
Our Annual Dinner and Auction is a lively event with a delicious meal catered by Taste of Italy followed by unique items auctioned off by Tim Perry of Perry Auction Co. (NCAL #5739).
Dinner offerings are: 1—Chicken Francoise 2—Vegetarian Lasagna 3— Baked Ziti with Meatballs 4—Chicken with Sautteed Vegetables
Our goal is to raise $10,000 this year to support the transformation of lives and expansion of love and peace in our world through vibrant Sunday ser-vices, music and youth education programs, facility beautification, and spe-cial projects.
How you can contribute:
Circle the date on your calendar and invite your friends for a fun way to start the Holiday Season.
Donate items and services: Deadline for these items is Sunday, Novem-Sunday, Novem-Sunday, Novem-Sunday, Novem-ber 4th!! ber 4th!! ber 4th!! ber 4th!! Items can include donating a used car or boat; bicycle, boating or kayak trips, vacation rentals, airline miles, gourmet meals, homemade items, golf games, massages, professional ser-vices, classes, antiques, jewelry and other quality items. Think about what you may have to offer and be creative!
Solicit items: These could include gift certificates from your favorite restaurant, hair salon, florist, store—anywhere or anyone with whom you do business.
Volunteer! There are many, many ways in which you can help before, during and after the event. Please contact Gail O’Brien (742-5524 or [email protected]) and she will find the perfect spot for you!
This event is our major fundraiser of the
year. It is put on by us, for us, and through us to celebrate the great gifts we all share at Unity of Wilmington!
Raising the consciousness of the com-Raising the consciousness of the com-Raising the consciousness of the com-Raising the consciousness of the com-
munitymunitymunitymunity————one bid at a time!one bid at a time!one bid at a time!one bid at a time!
Monthly Caregiver Support GroupMonthly Caregiver Support GroupMonthly Caregiver Support GroupMonthly Caregiver Support Group Monday, October 15, 5:30 pm Monday, October 15, 5:30 pm Monday, October 15, 5:30 pm Monday, October 15, 5:30 pm ---- 6:45 pm6:45 pm6:45 pm6:45 pm
This support group is for anyone caring for someone with dementia and will meet on the 3rd Monday of every month in Room 202. Carol Wise, facilitator, is a geriatric social worker who special-izes in defining and enhancing quality of life for families and individuals who are affected by neurocognitive illness. Carol has trained with Alzheimer's NC, The Alzheimer's Association, and Duke Family Support Program. Carol has been a Certi-fied for Dementia Care Professional since 2016.
We invite you to join us every Wednesday evening for a peaceful time of call and response chanting followed with
inspiring readings, prayer, meditation and Oneness Blessings—the perfect Oa-sis of Tranquility in your busy week. Everyone is welcome.
“Love is that mighty power, that Divine quality of God that is expressing through all mankind, and cannot be suppressed by any outside force.”
―Charles Fillmore
Going Deeper: A Time in the SilenceGoing Deeper: A Time in the SilenceGoing Deeper: A Time in the SilenceGoing Deeper: A Time in the Silence Every Thursday, 7:00 pm Every Thursday, 7:00 pm Every Thursday, 7:00 pm Every Thursday, 7:00 pm
Being in the Silence gives us an opportunity to tune in, to reset our minds, and to experience peace in a new way. Going Deeper provides us with companions to take the 45-minute journey each week. All are wel-come.
September is Share the Love of Unity Month September is Share the Love of Unity Month September is Share the Love of Unity Month September is Share the Love of Unity Month
Congratulations to Kara Williams the recipient of the Ama-zon gift card from the drawing at our Annual Picnic and Homecoming.
Community and Worldwide Service Project for OctoberCommunity and Worldwide Service Project for OctoberCommunity and Worldwide Service Project for OctoberCommunity and Worldwide Service Project for October ‘Socktober’‘Socktober’‘Socktober’‘Socktober’————Collection of Socks for the Homeless ShelterCollection of Socks for the Homeless ShelterCollection of Socks for the Homeless ShelterCollection of Socks for the Homeless Shelter
‘Socktober’ is upon us. We will be collecting new or gently used socks for a local homeless shelter. A collection box will be in the foyer of Unity for the month of October. Thanks to the Rose family for taking the lead on this project.
September Project: September Project: September Project: September Project: The Library Book Sale was CancelledThe Library Book Sale was CancelledThe Library Book Sale was CancelledThe Library Book Sale was Cancelled
Art Gallery MinistryArt Gallery MinistryArt Gallery MinistryArt Gallery Ministry
Unity of Wilmington runs and operates a small art gallery minis-try as a way to acknowledge and honor the movement of Spirit in the creative expression of our members. We recognize that art sometimes helps tell those important stories and brings a reflective or meditative perspective to spiritual ideas which permeate our lives.
Payton Andrews is exhibiting her work during the months of September and Oc-tober. Payton’s love of art started with abstract paintings, based on feng shui principles and color therapy. She is also passionate about the beauty of nature expressed through her photography. All of Payton’s artistic creations are rooted in her metaphysical beliefs and spirituality.
For more information on the “rules” for participation and entry into this lottery, please contact the church office or Cecelia But-ler, Coordinator.
We look forward to beautiful and interesting exhibits throughout the year!
Let your legacy live on at Unity of WilmingtonLet your legacy live on at Unity of WilmingtonLet your legacy live on at Unity of WilmingtonLet your legacy live on at Unity of Wilmington
As you plan your will or trust and after consulting with your financial advisor, please consider designating a por-tion of your estate to Unity of Wilmington. Each of us, no matter our current income, can be a part of securing an abundant future for the spiritual community that we love through legacy giving.
9:00 am Childcare9:00 am Childcare9:00 am Childcare9:00 am Childcare 11:00 am Children’s Church & Childcare11:00 am Children’s Church & Childcare11:00 am Children’s Church & Childcare11:00 am Children’s Church & Childcare
I want to express my gratitude for those who have chosen to work with our chil-dren over the past month. Kathleen Cerron Nancy McLaughlin Kat Arnoldy Jennifer Allen Jill Morrison Aimee Calleja Laura Hall Noell Rowan Alan and Kaete Held
We are interviewing for a nursery worker and plan to have a wonderful individ-ual to introduce to you very soon.
From Rev. Nickie:
In my experience, teaching no matter what the age provides me with immense learning and opportunities to open my mind to something I have not seen be-fore as I interact with new ideas or even old ideas presented in new ways by the children. Educator Mary Hatwood Futrell says it in a beautiful way: “When the untapped potential of a student meets the liberating art of a teacher, a miracle unfolds.” Let’s continue to open new avenues of joy in Unity of Wil-mington’s youth education program.
Words of Wisdom Book GroupWords of Wisdom Book GroupWords of Wisdom Book GroupWords of Wisdom Book Group Fridays, 10:00 amFridays, 10:00 amFridays, 10:00 amFridays, 10:00 am
We are discussing The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali by Sri Swami Satchidananda. In this book Sri Swami shares his practical, down-to-earth advice on mastering the mind and achieving physical, mental and emotional harmony in life through applying the ancient yet time-less techniques of Raja Yoga.
Everyone is welcome to attend. Questions? Call
Barbara McGirt 910-431-8045.
“Ua kuluma ke kanaka I ke aloha.”
(It is natural for people to behave in a loving way.) Hawaiian Proverb
From Rev. Nickie...From Rev. Nickie...From Rev. Nickie...From Rev. Nickie... Are you willing to experience heaven now? The He-brews scripture begin by telling us about heaven in Genesis 1:1: “In the beginning the Gods created the heavens and the earth.” Metaphysically, heavens and earth refer to states of consciousness where the soul and body are in harmony with Divine Mind. Heavens is the realm of pure ideas. Earth represents the con-sciousness of the physical body. In Unity we teach that God does not create in the physical universe directly. God creates Divine Ideas then we, as the image and likeness of God, bring those ideas into manifestation on the physical plane through are actions. Eric Butterworth says it this way: “God can only do for us, what we allow God to do through us.” The 17th chapter of Acts states that: “we live and move and have our being in God.” Thus, in order to truly know our-selves we must experience the God of our being and to have that experience of God we must know ourselves to the depth of understanding and knowing we are Divine. When I reflect on these statements, I see a beautiful balance. We are One with God and as we live from that Oneness we begin to experience life differently and in time can, if we choose, come to experience heaven! What does it mean to experience heaven? The experience may be different for each of us given that we are unique expressions of the Divine. What may feel like heaven to me may feel differently for you because the dreams we have reflect who we are in profound and personal ways. Yet, these dreams are borne of a deep inner desire to express the fullness of our Self, to express our gifts, and to contribute to the world in a way that makes a difference. When we live, knowing who we are, an expression of Spirit, one with All There Is and we are willing to live out those dreams, we can take the ideas that come forth and truly create that which we are called to be and in doing so experience heaven on earth.
Aloha SundayAloha SundayAloha SundayAloha Sunday
October 28, 9:00 and 11:00 amOctober 28, 9:00 and 11:00 amOctober 28, 9:00 and 11:00 amOctober 28, 9:00 and 11:00 am Hawaiian spirituality emphasizes heightened awareness of the Self being connected to every part of every-thing. Ancient Hawaiians nurtured the teachings and daily practices of One-ness and Self-greatness, known as the Aloha Spirit. Join us for this specially-themed Sunday celebration! Rev. Nickie will share the wisdom of a Hawaiian proverb, Rev. Mindy will speak prayers in Hawaiian, and Hawaiian attire… well, that’s up to you.
From Rev, Mindy...From Rev, Mindy...From Rev, Mindy...From Rev, Mindy... In my life, I have dreamed a million dreams. I think we all have. I also think that out of the multitude, there are a few which repeatedly return as they find a reso-nance with our heart’s desire. One of my favorite Emily Dickenson quotes is “I dwell in possibility.” As I place my attention on the integration of dreams and desires, I build a bridge between here and there, now and not yet. Standing on the bridge, I bathe myself not only in sweet sunshine, but also a vibration of manifestation. I feel the accomplish-ment of my dreams being true. Have you ever wondered if dreams supply information addressing unanswered questions? Maybe a better query is, have you ever noticed that dreams give us answers to previously unanswered questions? I believe that dreams are the stuff of life rather than fantasy. We want to be of service to others. We want to express the ultimate creativity of God. We want to be valued, loved and appreci-ated. We want to be reminded that we are not alone on our journey. I am deeply touched by the Unity communities that have reached out both dur-ing the hurricane and in its aftermath. Ministers whom Rev. Nickie and I know well, and those we have never met, sent emails and texts of encouragement and prayer. Unity Worldwide Ministries and Silent Unity continue to pray for our spiri-tual community as well as the greater Wilmington area. I thank you for your prayers of strength and comfort. Unity of Wilmington was blessed to come through Hurricane Florence with very little damage. The church property was an island unto itself in a neighborhood of devastation. A number of very large broken branches clung to tall trees or fell in such a way that they “kissed” our building. Other than removing that debris, tossing the contents of a well-stocked refrigerator, we also lost our beloved oven due to numerous power surges. As a spiritual community, we are grateful for your support, as are our fellow Unity communities of Crystal Coast Unity who lost portions of their roof and Unity Cen-ter of Peace in Chapel Hill whose downstairs room were ruined by flooding. We all dwell in possibility in this time of restoration. I’m on the bridge; I feel it.
