Predictable Surprises

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Greetings!

I was reading and interesting piece about predictable surprises. I was intrigued by the paradoxical nature of the title. Things happen in life that take us by surprise yet in retrospect, when we look back, the events or situations were predictable. The events unfolded in the only way they could. All the signs pointed to the outcome and yet because the event falls outside of my sphere of experience and understanding I can not see it.

Reflecting on the piece I know that part of leadership is about the future, to see beyond the horizon and take actions today to shape the future and the vision I have for tomorrow. As one of my students said today in class "the thoughts and actions today predict the future of tomorrow." The difficulty lies in seeing beyond the limitations of my experiences and beliefs, which are formed and embedded in my past. As the Course in Miracles says "I am never upset for the reason I think I am."

To create the future of my dreams, and not be caught in predictable surprises, I must step beyond what I know into the darkness of the unknown. Stepping into the unknown can be fraught with fear and seemingly at times paralyze me into inaction. In these times my teaching has always been acknowledge the fear and take action anyway. Each step tells the Universe/God/Spirit I am on my way and my fear will not deter me from reaching my destination. Richard Bach writes "when you come to the edge of the cliff, jump and have the faith that one of two things will happen. Someone will catch you or you will learn to fly."

This week we conclude our series on Mike Dooley's book Leveraging the Universe. Rev Ray will be speaking Deb Reinhardt-Brocious will provide the special music and Ginny First will lead our meditation.

Rev. Raymond Nelson
Senior Minister

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Friday CommUnity Happy Hour

June 3rd 7:00-8:30

Soulful Sundown-an interactive evening

Facilitated by Chelley Rouda

Forgiveness-forgive those who have done wrong; accepting others and your own shortcomings;

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A Seussical Summer

Unity's Day Camp

Summer Camp Registration Form

Date: July 11-15, 2016

Time: 9 am to 5 pm

All youth 5-13* are welcome

Suggested love offering of $75

The intention is to provide a fun format to learn life skills such as:

The power of thought!

The importance of gratitude!

Respecting the perspectives of others.

Recognizing and standing up

for personal truth..

Discovering our connection and

responsibility to the earth

and each other. Faith.

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Unity Chapel and Gallery Art Opening

Friday June 10th 7:00-9:00 Pm

Elaine Wood-Artist

This exhibit features original paintings from Elaine's three distinct series and styles: "In God's Garden," "Cosmic Visions" and "Abstract Energy." A portion of each sale benefits Unity of Louisville.

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Unity Prayer

New SEE Class

Thursday June 23, 2016 1:00-3:00 PM

Facilitated by Rev Ray

The course introduces the Unity way of affirmative prayer. It will also provide traditional Unity definitions of prayer and will assist you in creating your own prayer definition; furthermore, you will be supported in your actual prayer discipline. You will be given the opportunity to explore your own prayer life and attitude. Required Texts: How to Pray Without Talking to God by Linda Martella-Whitsett and Teach Us to Pray by Charles Fillmore and Cora Fillmore.

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Healing and Wholeness 2

New SEE Class

Tuesday, May 24, 2016 - 6:30pm to 8:30pm

Facilitated by Rev. Valerie Mansfield.

This course will work with the Consciousness and Practice of healing based on spiritual universal principles. Students will work with the Fillmore's interpretation of healing and wholeness along with other historical and contemporary master teachers. The principles will be used to support students in developing an understanding of a heart centered metaphysician.

Aids Walk Lead

Seeking a lead for our annual AIDS walk.

A great opportunity to step into leadership in support of a very important cause.

For more information Contact Rev Ray at

revray@unityoflouisville.org or 502-583-5559 ext 11

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Joys and Concerns

Let us affirm peace, joy, and abundance in our lives. For all those going through any challenge know that Unity of Louisville holds you in the light and love of God affirming that all you need to move through this time is already available.

We hold Kim Summers and her family in compassionate love at the passing of her father. We know the compassion and love surrounds, supports and comforts them now.

We hold Mary Ann Ballard in prayer at the passing of her brother. The compassionate love of God surrounds and supports her.

We hold Dave Fralick in healing prayer after his successful surgery. We see him whole, healed and well fully recovered.