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Before we begin... a question: Do you have experience with in the world of commercial leasing? If yes, and you'd be willing to share your expertise, please reply and let us know. Our lease is up next year- we'd love to stay where we are, and... life is choices. We want to make the best possible one.
Moving on... Those of you who listen to my Sunday lessons, talks know that we've been discussing the concept of Divine Ideas, and what to do with them. There is a discernible, repeatable process involved as our awareness of a possibility moves from the Infinite Field of Potential into our mind as an idea and then on into expression. Our work is to cooperate with that process, remaining willing to release whatever is in the way of the expression of our Divine Ideas, as well as remaining willing to use our hands and our feet and our words and our actions to bring those ideas into manifestation.
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We can think of this as "living as if..." whatever that particular idea represents is already true. Because, if it is really a divinely-inspired idea, it already is True in the realm of the Absolute. In the words of the well-known mystics, Lennon & McCartney, "There's nothing you can do that can't be done, nothing you can sing that can't be sung..." Stated affirmatively in the words of our Unity co-founder Charles Fillmore, "If you imagine that it is possible to God, it is also possible to you." It is possible because it already
is.
This discussion around Divine Ideas was prompted by a realization I had a few weeks ago around the to stop calling myself a "seeker". The Divine Idea which emerged for me in that moment was that this, and every moment, is an opportunity to live fully and completely the Truth I know. That it was time for me to stop "hiding" behind the label of "seeker" and move more fully into living as the Knower I know is within me, which we call the Christ. We call ourselves "seekers" - affirming that we are always seeking! Seeking is good, but at some point, we must find. The assurance from our Elder Brother and WayShower, Jesus, is:
"Ask, and it will be given you; seek, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened for you. For everyone who asks receives, and everyone who searches finds, and for everyone who knocks, the door will be opened." Mt.7:7-8
This is worded a bit differently in the 2nd saying of Jesus in the Gospel of Thomas (one of the Nag Hammadi texts found in Egypt in 1945.)
"Let him who seeks continue seeking until he finds. When he finds, he will become troubled. When he becomes troubled, he will be astonished, and he will rule over the All."
For me, this expansion is helpful: as one who has been seeking a long, long time it feels like time for me to admit that seeking has become a way of postponing my Good. As long as I am still seeking, I am placing distance between where I am and where the Truth I claim to believe is. In that moment that I "find", I do indeed become troubled! Because, if I have really found the Truth I claim to be seeking, then I must begin living my life in accordance with that Truth.
Please understand- I do not think we should ever stop seeking to understand more and more fully. Only a fool would declare, "That's it! I've got it, I know everything there is to know, and I'm done now." Of course, we are always moving into fuller and fuller expression of That Which We Call God. At some point, however, we must stop learning about Truth, and start consciously and willingly living Truth. This is, after all, one of our five basic Unity principles: It is not enough to know Truth, we must live the Truth we know.
Our work, then, is to really go all in and claim the intention each day to live fully and completely our Divinity, as best we can. To stop excusing ourselves by saying, "...after all, I'm only human." Yes, you are fully human, and yes, you are fully Divine. Most of us have chosen to live within the limits of our human-ness since the day we were born into this lifetime. It is time to claim and consciously bring into expression the Divine Idea that we are also, right here and right now, fully, completely, and eternally, Divine. Live the Truth you have found. And when that is troubling (as it surely will be), take a deep breath and remain willing.
Blessings and Namaskar (which means, the Divine in me recognizes the Divine in you)Rev. Nita
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What is New Thought? - The Movie Screening on Saturday, August 24, 10:00am 
We'll be screening this excellent film at the first session of our "Development of the Unity Movement" class. ALL ARE WELCOME, whether you are planning on taking the class or not. If you cannot attend, and are interested in viewing the movie, please respond to this email and let Nita know. Another screening may be scheduled. Visit www.newthoughtmovie.com for more information about the film! CLASSES RESUME THE WEEK OF AUGUST 21: If you've never attended classes at Unity Spiritual Center of Peace, I hope you'll consider it. If you have an image in your mind of "church class" or "Bible study" you might be surprised. We talk about real-world situations. We get to know each other. We laugh a lot. Sometimes our brains hurt, but in a good way! If you've got questions, just reply to this email.
All of our classes are open to everyone, and there is no charge for Spiritual Education and Enrichment (SEE) classes at Unity Spiritual Center of Peace. Textbooks are highly recommended and may be obtained at class or from your favorite online bookseller; a few library copies may be available- reply to this email for more info. (A love offering will be blessed).
METAPHYSICS (Part 2, Sec.1 and Part 1, Sec.2)
Wednesdays, 10:30am - 12:30pm AND 6:30 - 8:30pm
August 21 through Sept. 18
During this course you will explore some of the fundamental Principles of Spiritual Law and how they can be applied to your life for greater love, health, and prosperity. By studying the quotes of prominent Unity writers, as well as specific metaphysical and theological views and commentary presented in our required text, Heart-centered Metaphysics, you will be encouraged to awaken your awareness and understanding of spiritual Truth. Through the consistent use of these practical principles, you will realize more of your spiritual potential and find that your life is transformed.There are 4 sections of SEE Metaphysics classes, they do NOT need to be taken in order. All are required for those seeking Unity credentialing. NO PREREQUISITES BEYOND WILLINGNESS!
Development of the Unity Movement
Saturdays, 10:00am - 12:00noon
August 24 through Sept 21
Are you curious about how Unity got started? Ever wondered who those Fillmore people were, anyway? What was an "old-time" Unity prayer service like? Join us as we explore the roots of our spiritual family. This class is also required for Unity credentialing.
SAVE THE DATE: CALL TO ARTISTS AND VOLUNTEERS
Fall Arts/ Crafts and Kid's Fun Festival
Saturday, Oct. 19th.
Anyone who is interested in helping out or those who have arts and crafts they may want to display for sale are invited to participate. Email us
and we'll put you in touch with the coordinator of this event, Cheryl Perry. Keep an eye out for more information to come!
SAVE THE DATE II: DAVID ROTH IS COMING TO VISIT!
Nov. 3rd, This is the year!
We sing David's song, "This is the Year" as one of our anthems, and are very happy to announce that he'll be joining us for Sunday service and a concert. Mark your calendar, and stay tuned for details! Visit David's website!
" David and his music will touch you to the very depths of your soul. He'll make you laugh and cry, inspire you to rise and fly..." Jack Canfield, co-author, Chicken Soup for the Soul
"David has reached our hearts. With voices like his still singing, there's a certainty that the candle will remain lit, the hope reasserted and the dream still sung..." Peter Yarrow (Peter, Paul, & Mary)
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. We provide professionally trained and screened childcare for those ages 0-3, so that you may enjoy attending service while knowing that your little ones are well cared-for.
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