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Illumination
Shining the light that is Unity Village Chapel
July 2015
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Happy 4th of July weekend! There's lots to do at Unity Village Chapel for the month of July.
Come out, connect and make new friends.
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July is the month to celebrate our Welcome Team. Thank you for your friendly, inviting presence and bright smiles welcoming everyone to the Unity Village Chapel community.
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Sunday Service 10:30am in the Activities Center
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Can't make it? The full service Livestream begins at 10:30am CST... even to your mobile device! Login at 10:15 for a special greeting from Rev. Erin. Spread the word and invite your friends. Children are always welcome in our services, and if they need a break you can take them to the Bookstore where the service is LiveStreaming.
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Summer Camp at Unity Village Chapel
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The Deadline for registration is Sunday July 5th
UVC's 2015 Summer Camp
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Donate Items for a Summer Camp Project
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 We are collecting Altoids tins and Ice Breaker plastic boxes for a Summer Camp crafts project. There is a pink bin in the Community Center by the recycling on the right as you enter from the parking lot. Thank you!
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Breaking Through Your Threshold - Sunday July 5th
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Jai Maa, Life Coach and Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist will be facilitating a workshop: "Break Through Your Threshold" in the Meeting Room of the Community Center from 12:30 - 2:30pm. Learn why you unconsciously attract obstacles anytime you create a goal outside your comfort zone. Understand your goal and God's role in manifesting your vision and how Faith is your greatest power. |
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Summer Film Series ~ Friday July 24th
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The third film of the Summer Film Series: Power of the Heart will be shown in the Activities Center, doors open at 6:30pm. The movie will start at 7:30pm.
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Eddie Watkins, Jr Concert ~ Friday July 31st
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 6:30 to 7:30pm in the Activities Center
Tickets are $10 in advance or $15 at the door "My music is an expression of all the experiences of my life." Eddie grew up in the ghettos of Detroit, playing bass on recordings with the Temptations and Marvin Gaye at 17. He recorded with many artists since. He became involved in Religious Science in 1997 and the songs just started pouring out of him. He has released 4 albums.
Eddie will also be conducting a Workshop on Sunday, August 2nd in the Activities Center from 12:30-2:30pm. $25 suggested Love Offering but no one will be turned away. |
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Full Moon Gong Bathing ~ Wednesday July 1st
Gong Bathing and Sonic Immersion is dedicated to the healing potential of sound. The sonic vibrations stimulate and resonate all cells of the body recalibrating the parasympathetic nervous system. Tickets are $15 per session: there are two hour long sessions beginning at 7 and 8:30pm: signup here. Download the flyer here.
Songwriting and Guitar Workshop ~ July 21st, 28th and August 4th
Join singer, songwriter Steve Epley and special guest Millie Webb for an informal, fun evening of sharing ideas about songwriting and playing guitar. Bring your guitar and/or any song that you have been working on. There is also a piano available in the clubhouse. A love offering is gratefully received.
Summer Film Series ~ Friday July 24th
The third film of the Summer Film Series: Power of the Heart will be shown in the Activities Center, doors open at 6:30pm. The movie will start at 7:30pm.
Craft, Music & Meditation Family Night ~ Saturday July 25th
In the UVC Youth Education Classrooms. Families and friends are invited. Bring a healthy snack to share, drums, flutes or instrument of choice. There is no child drop off. This is a family event inviting you to participate with your children.
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Guest Speaker Rev. Tom Shepherd ~ Sunday July 5th
At 10:30am in the Activities Center, Rev. Tom Shepherd will be speaking on the topic "A New Look at Freedom: Not Every Bird Must Fly." Rev. Tom teaches theology at Unity Institute. He is the host of the Unity Online Radio show " Let's Talk About It." He has authored the popular Unity Magazine column "That's a Good Question" for 15 years. Tom is the author of several books including "Jesus 2.1: An Upgrade for the 21st Century."
Name Tag You're It! Sunday July 5th
If your last name begins with the letters A through F, you are invited to bring some finger food to share at Fellowship after the service.
New Member Class ~ Sundays July 12th through July 26th
From 12:30-2:30pm in the Meeting Room of the Activities Center. All are welcome. Members vote at the Annual meeting and are eligible to run for the Board of Trustees. All three classes must be attended. New members will be inducted at the August 2nd Sunday Service.
Guest Speaker Rev. Richard Schumacher ~ Sunday July 19th At 10:30am in the Activities Center join speaker and writer, Rev. Ric who is visiting us from Ohio. He has been a longtime Unity minister. Ric is also a poet and an avocational archaeologist that has participated in the Megiddo Expedition which is an important site in Biblical archeaology. Come for this special service. Fine Arts Gallery Open House ~ Sunday July 19th 11:45am after the Sunday Service come to a showing of new photography.
Salad Sunday ~ July 26th Be sure to sign-up in the Community Center to bring your favorite salad. This is a fundraiser with a minimum suggested Love Offering of $5. All proceeds benefit UVC.
Learn More »
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Guided Meditations Wednesday Evenings
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The Village Mic ~ 5-9pm Thursday, July 2nd
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Ongoing Groups and Activities
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Sacred Circle Music & Meditation
This group meets in the Clubhouse from 7-9pm on the second Friday of the month.
Men of Unity Monthly Meeting
The Men of Unity gathers for fellowshipin the Classroom at 9am the second Saturday of the month to enjoy camaraderie and breakfast. All are welcome and invited to attend.
Spirit Hawk Flute Circle
This group meets in the Activities Center Lobby at 6:30pm every third Thursday. All levels of experience are welcome.
Sisters of Myrtle Fillmore Monthly MeetingAt 9:15am the Sisters gather in the Meeting Room on the third Saturday of the month. All are invited and encouraged to attend.
LunaFest Music Circle
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The Gardens at Unity Village are Open!
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Saturdays from 8am to noon, come to the Farmer's Market and enjoy the fruits from our wonderful Gardens at the barn on Colburn Rd.
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There are a variety of interest groups and a range of activities to take part in at Unity Village Chapel. Find one that speaks to your heart.
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Here are some upcoming August events so save the dates...
- Eddie Watkins Jr Workshop Sunday August 2nd Activities Center 12:30-2:30pm. Suggested $25 Love Offering but no one will be turned away.
- School of Rock concert Friday August 14th at 6pm.
- Guest Speaker Sharon Connor will also be conducting a workshop on Sunday August 16th.
- The last film of our Summer Film Series: Every Three Seconds will be shown on August 28th in the Activities Center. Tickets are $10 and doors open at 6:30pm
- Sunday August 23rd is another opportunity for Around the Kitchen Table with Erin and Salad Sunday.
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"Your life is God's gift to you. What you do with it is your gift to God." --Eric Butterworth
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