As usual when I take a class, it always seems to somehow magically fit right into what is going on in my life at that time. This class, focusing on Lessons in Truth by H. Emilie Cady, was no exception, proving to be very valuable to me as I dealt with some challenging issues. I was feeling lost and disconnected from Spirit, unhappy and sick, the very condition Cady warned about in chapter three, Thinking. I was looking for a way back to Truth and out of my "bondage" of mortal thought, but my thinking mind was proving resistant. Previously, I would have gone on for months worrying, resenting and feeling angry. This time, however, when I felt resistance to knowing Truth, I turned to the denial and affirmation process, turning my thoughts around more quickly than in the past.

My denial was, " This situation is not the Truth of me." My affirmation was and is, "Christ mind is each of us. Wholeness and love is what we are." Along with denials and affirmations, I also prayed, played comforting music, read books that inspire my spiritual nature and meditated simply to "know God". I gave myself a prescription for healing, and these practices were my way back to spiritual strength and direction. Depression lifted and enthusiasm returned! Truth was indeed setting me free.

Although the process I just described seems simple enough, it's not all roses and it isn't easy to do,  nor does it bring a turnaround quickly when one has fallen into a deep hole. This was the case for me. I found I had to make myself use the tools I had prescribed for myself. As I examined recent events in my life, I found myself wondering what had happened and asking myself why I had chosen to go to such dark thinking. I was looking for the nugget of wisdom I could take from all this and once again found myself pondering the nature of Truth. What is it really? How does it work in my life? Why is it so easy for me to fall away from Truth principles and so hard to get back? With quiet time and prayer, an observation began to reveal to me that "truth", like other things in this mortal world, seems to operate on two levels. When I made sense of that idea, I began to realize why I had been having such a hard time with the idea of "What is Truth, anyway?"

The two levels of truth I identified in my own life were, first, the truth of personality and the truth about the person that "expresses as me" in this world. Secondly, there is the greater Truth of Spirit that underlies all things and is the substance from which all things come. Of course, these observations come straight out of Lessons in Truth, but my life challenge gave me a very close look at these ideas in action in my own life. I had been affirming that I wanted "eyes to see and ears to hear", thinking I would become more spiritually enlightened. I was setting an intention to raise my consciousness and know a higher Truth.

Being a good Truth student I know that when an intention is set, it is always answered in the highest and best way for our good, so it shouldn't have come as a surprise when the truth that was revealed to me was one about my personality self and not some Divine awakening.The things I "saw and heard" about myself were painful to hear. These were not the things I had expected to be revealed. I wrestled with this newfound truth about myself, felt guilty and tried to place blame outwardly. I knew Divine Truth was in this pain somewhere, but I was letting it be overshadowed by my personality truth. As I sat with this new awareness of my personality, working with my spiritual tools, I was guided from my Higher Truth to forgive myself and choose only loving thoughts. It was hard at first, but it became easier and the dark thoughts became lighter. This experience helped me recognize how these two aspects of truth work together to guide me through life.

I know now that my personality truth is what I use to get by in this world and it is a flawed truth, but one that must be dealt with. The first truth I have to see is about my mortal self. I must be willing to see uncomfortable things, confront them and release them. This is the first level of truth I must wade through in order to make room for the greater Truth of my Being to express in this world. Being willing to see the two layers of truth to my nature and being willing to face the painful process of releasing the old truth for the greater Truth is surely the Truth that will set me free.

Blessings, Nita and Barb   

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Godspeed, dear Friend... 

Jeanette Frazier has moved into her next experience of eternal Life. We are assured by our master teacher, Jesus, that there are many rooms in the realm of Spirit, and we will miss her smiling face and cheerful Presence in this room we share. We hold Jeanette, her mother, Vally, and her extended family circle in the Light of our hearts.Thank you, Jeanette, for blessing us with the gift of your friendship. 

 Plans for her memorial celebration are not yet complete. 
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NEW CLASSES BEGINNING     

Classes are an opportunity to expand your spiritual understanding, get to know your fellow travelers along the spiritual path, and deepen your spiritual practice. We talk, discuss, pray, meditate, and laugh a LOT as we learn! Each of these classes will be facilitated by Rev. Nita. For more information, click here or hit the reply button to ask a question.

Myrtle and Charles Fillmore: Healing and Wholeness, pt. 2 

Saturdays, Sept. 6 through Sept. 20, 9:00am - 12:30pm

(no prerequisite- don't worry if you haven't had part 1)This course is based in the spiritual laws and universal principles that support the expression of health and wholeness in our minds, bodies and affairs.  

The Twelve Powers 

Wednesdays,Sept. 10 - Oct. 8, 10:30am - 12:30pm

  This class will be an accessible starting point for working with the Twelve Powers. Through the use of these Truth Principles and the Twelve Powers you can more fully be the Christ you already are and do the work that will allow you to live the life you choose to live.

 

Metaphysics 1 part 1 

Thursdays, Sept. 11 - Oct. 9, 6:30 - 8:30pm

 During this course we 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. Through the consistent use of these practical principles, you will realize more of your spiritual potential 

               

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Mark Your Calendar for the first-ever Tucson emPower PosiPalooza!  

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Posi-favorites David Roth, Jana Stanfield, and Richard Mekdeci join together in a unique musical conversation. Each concert is full of "one of a kind" magic! Artists perform in a round robin format, engaging in banter, sharing how songs were written, and creating impromptu arrangements. Free CD give-aways, laughter, and empowering Positive Music!  Come spend an evening in creativity and joy. 

September 21, 2014 - 6:00pm  

Donald R. Nickerson Performing Arts Center

3231 N. Craycroft Rd. Tucson, AZ.

Single tickets: $20.00
 

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE SINGLE TICKETS (through emPOWER)       

    

Click on the button below to purchase discounted

PAIRS OF TICKETS through our PayPal account: $35.00/pair 

and more good news...
Jana Stanfield will be presenting her musical message during our celebration service on Sunday, September 21st. David Roth will be at the Tucson Center for Spiritual Living, and Richard Mekdici will share his musical gifts at Unity of Tucson. Plan now to be a part of this first-ever cooperative New Thought event!

Sample Jana's music
Visit David's Website
Get to know Richard
Explore the many resources of emPower Music & Arts 
(single-ticket purchases are also available through emPower)
 

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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. 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.    

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

There are many things which need to get done here in our center, and Susan Smith is working to make it easier for you to become involved. Please check at the information table to see what might be fun for you to do.

 

INTERFAITH COMMUNITY SERVICES (ICS) RESOURCES & OPPORTUNITIES  

To volunteer through our affiliation with Interfaith Community Services, you can contact, their Volunteer Coordinator, Tori Carlson, either by phone at 520-297-6049 ext. 217 or visit their website 

       

If You Could Benefit from ICS resources, referrals are available

Interfaith Community Services provides a wide range of services for seniors, disabled individuals and people in financial needs. Please contact Susan Smith or Rev. Nita with questions about ICS services. Contact Susan via email.