If you realize that your hesitancy has to do with feelings of inadequacy, that you could never actually achieve this goal, the use of denials and affirmations can be very effective and helpful. "Feelings of inadequacy have no power to limit me. I am wise, loving, powerful free Spirit." "I release all thoughts of lack or limitation. I AM enough." "I AM whole, complete, perfect just as I AM"

You may realize that your resistance has to do with fear that, if you were to begin living your life from a fuller expression of your Christhood, you couldn't have fun anymore. Or that you would have to just sit around "being holy" all the time. If so, relax. Breathe and relax. Our ego-self hates change! One of its most effective defenses is to set about convincing us that life as we know it will end. (This is simply a variation of its favorite fear- WE MIGHT DIE!) We might be asked to get rid of everything we have and devote ourselves purely to prayer and meditation. That doesn't exactly sound like fun. What about our friendships? Our jobs? our iPads? Living a spiritual life requires no sacrifice that we are not willing to make. Your life WILL change, and it will be for the better. Really and truly. You won't mind. Willingness is a great tool here. Start where you are, and each time you catch yourself stopping short of living fully, stop, breathe, and say "I AM willing to..." You don't need to force yourself to do anything you're not ready to do. Be consistently willing. As you are willing, you will progress.

Maybe it's our use of the word, Christ, to describe your Divine Potential. If that's it, just find another word. It's only a human word. In Spirit, there are no words, and no need for words. Within our Judeo-Christian culture, the word, Christ, is very heavily connected with Jesus. Most of us know that Christ was not Jesus' last name- it was a title of honor, acknowledging his ability to live the Truth of his Divine Nature to a level very rarely seen in all of human history. Our embedded theology (those beliefs we may hold without really even realizing we hold them) may be triggering a feeling of guilt that holds you back. If that's the case- find another word! Is it easier to "Be all that you can be"? How about deciding to "Live your best life" as Oprah encourages? You no doubt see my point by now. If it's just the use of that word, find a word you feel comfortable using. That Which We Call God doesn't care what you call It, or what you call yourself as you express It.

If you every have questions or comments, remember that I am at the other end of the email! I am always happy to hear from you. Know that the Divine within me salutes and honors the Divine within you- Namaskar!

Blessings, Rev. Nita

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SUE K. RILEY AND SLOAN WAINWRIGHT 

IN CONCERT

  

"POSITIVE, EMPOWERING MUSIC THAT MATTERS"

October 28 (child care provided) 

Sunday service at 10:30, Concert at 1:00pm (tickets $10.00)

 

Everyone LOVED Sue and Sloan when they visited last year, and we're very happy that they're returning! In addition to their concert, Sue will present her "Sunday Sermon in Song"  at our regular 10:30 service. If you aren't yet familiar with their music, visit their websites.

DANIEL NAHMOD IN CONCERT 

November 18th (child care provided)

Sunday service at 10:30, Concert at 1:00pm (tickets $15.00ea or 2/$25.00)

 

We are thrilled to welcome Daniel back from his paternity leave! We enjoy his music frequently during services, and many of us listen to his music on a daily basis. He's been featured on numerous cable and radio broadcasts in over 90 countries; at cultural festivals, interfaith and environmental workshops and conferences, youth rallies, 9/11 services; and as a keynote musical presenter at benefits for such organizations as Habitat For Humanity and the Anti-Defamation League. Invite your friends and family to this special event! For more info about Daniel and his music, visit his website.

OPEN SPACE LEADERSHIP EVENT UPDATE: 

Eighteen of us gathered last Friday and Saturday (10/12-10/13) to experience the Divine Flow of Creativity as it centered around the theme of "What does governance, leadership, and ownership look like as we go forward in Spiritual Community?" The energy was amazing, Divine Ideas were fully exhibiting their infinitely abundant nature, and the written record of the proceedings will be available for you on November 4th. As you read the document, you will discover which of the opportunities are calling you to help bring into expression. On November 25th (Potluck Sunday), there will be a gathering called Convergence, which will allow the various groups of interested folks to identify themselves and begin putting feet on these ideas. Stay tuned!

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Child care and Sunday School is always available for kids

Our Sunday School teachers look forward to sharing Unity principles with your children aged 4-12. If you've got questions, please speak to our YOU teachers: Cindy Cawthorne, LUT, Barbara Richman, LUT, Judyth Willis, and Sunni Adams. Our nursery is available for the very young ones, as well.

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Upcoming Sunday Lessons

We've been looking at the various relationships within our lives. Integrating Spirit into everyday life creates a life that we've never dreamed possible, and it is VERY helpful to have tools and roadmaps for the journey.

10/21: Everyday Spirituality: Relationship with Work
10/28: (Special Guest) Sue Riley: Everything Changes (POTLUCK)
11/4: Everyday Spirituality: Relationship with Truth
11/11: (Special Guest) Rev. Jim Marshall
11/18: Everyday Spirituality: Appreciation (Special music and afternoon concert by Daniel Nahmod)
11/25: (Special Guest) Rev. Jim Marshall (POTLUCK AND OPEN SPACE CONVERGENCE)

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