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Sanctuary
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ewire your brain by taking a journey in brain evolution using scientifically proven neurophysiological principles. Join Joe Dispenza, featured in What the BLEEP Do We Know?! and bestselling author of Evolve Your Brain: The Science of Changing Your Mind and explore the multi-faceted relationship between your brain and body. Multimedia presentations and interactive processing enables you to begin to make important changes in your bodymind connection. You will be given the important steps to overcome destructive emotional states such as insecurity, unworthiness, and anger. Replace those emotions with new states of mind as you are guided through a step-by-step process of personal change to transform yourself from thinking to doing to being. You will interactively discover the 10 steps to rewiring your
Make significant changes in your life by rewiring your brain, 100 billion neurons firing into infinite patterns. Utilize tools to enable you to apply this process at any time in the future. Your mind is your brain in action. Change your mind, change your brain; change your brain, change your mind. Neuroscientist, lecturer and author Joe Dispenza, D. C. is an expert on the brain, mind and human potential. He has spent decades studying the human mind how it works and stores information, and why it perpetuates the same behavioral patterns over and over. Dr. Joe has taught thousands of people around the world how they can re-program their thinking and eliminate selfdestructive habits so they can reach their goals and visions. He draws on both scientific and universal principles to deliver practical tools and techniques that empower people to truly change from the inside out and so change their results in life.
Direct Connection
ach one of us yearns to have a direct and clear communication with The Divine about the burning questions of our hearts. In Conversations With God, Neale Donald Walsch is told over and over again that it is not a question of whether God speaks to us, but whether we listen. In the Direct Connection program, Neale teaches how to do just that.
He will invite you to enter into a moment in which you can know the physical presence of God and receive a direct answer to the most pressing questions in your life. Past participants have called it an experience they will never forget and one that they know they can duplicate whenever they wish. If you are facing a challenge, coping with unexContinued on page 4. See Neale Donald Walsch
Wednesday Services
unity staff
Unity Ministers Rev. Howard E. Caesar, Senior Minister Rev. Mindy Lawrence, Minister of Volunteers Rev. Farolyn Mann, Associate Minister Rev. Dian Williams, Associate Minister Administrative Staff Carolyn Miller, Executive Director Theresa Buede, Ministry/Program Assistant Diane Caesar, Special Projects Coordinator Cindy Cline-Flores, Director of Marketing Marta De Fex, Special Events/Speakers Director Angela Garcia, Admin. Services Assistant Lee Ann Glona, Accounting Manager Alex Gomez, Facilities Manager Bob Grace, Publications Director Tracy Manford, Assistant Bookstore Manager Jackie Pereira, Receptionist/ Service Screen Creator Dee Quinn, Executive Secretary Ellen Rogers, Administrative Assistant Tracey Wallace, Bookstore Manager Christina Webb, Special Services Coordinator Gloria Webre, Unity Friends Coordinator Youth Ministry Mary Lindsay, Director Rosemarie Gray, Administrative Assistant Cassandra Khan, Nursery Director Jeryl Appleby, Program Assistant Jason Warner, Young Adult and Youth Leader Licensed Teachers and Counselors Cora Alexander, Cecile Eatherly, Frieda King, Cathleen Lutz, Bill Nelson, Dorothy OShea, Joseph Smith, Marygrace Sorensen, Christina Webb, Kaye Wetzel Music Department Greg van Rozenburg, Music Director/ Choir Director Jason and deMarco, Contemporary Worship Leaders Board of Directors Howard E. Caesar, Alden Clark, Sue Garland (president emeritus), JoAnn Grisanti, Marilyn Hugghins, Ted Isensee, Robin McAdory, Don Powell, Patti Rice, Gary Waits
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e are living in a time of great change. Every era of time has had change in it; however, many are recognizing intuitively, and in other ways, that something of significant proportion is underway. I share this not to create fear, because the reality is that whats being called for in our world more than anything else is a reduction in fear and separation and an escalation in the consciousness of love and unity. Nevertheless, one cannot ignore the current world challenges of climate, terrorism, pollution, shaky economics, oil crisis and other events going on. Ask yourself if you believe things just happen or happen justly. Hopefully you agree that there is order to our universe and that despite mans flaws and investment in the external world, there are always forces at work to offer healing and restoration. Astrology says that planets and large masses have some kind of pull or effect and one only need look at the movement of the tides caused by the moon for proof. Numerology also is a science in which we are told the number ten is a number of completion. The number eleven represents a time of change, rebirth, and spiritual enlightenment. At this time, the planets are moving into what astrologists say is the eleventh house or Age of Aquarius, which is known as the era of change. The Mayan and Hopi calendars and even messages on the walls of the Great Pyramid of Egypt point to this time as an ending and a new beginning. It is not the end of the world, but a major shift in human experience where humanity is being called to awaken spiritually, change the way we live, and evolve in consciousness. This is a time like no other to deepen oneself in spiritual principles and relationship with the Divine. It is a time like none other when we must heal our fears and bring forth deeper dimensions of love. A spiritual community will be of tremendous help during these times of outer and inner change. Unity is here to serve as a spiritual energy field that you can enter, help strengthen, and thereby, offer strength to others and yourself. It is my hope that we can all unite in Unity with the intention to be there for each other and to align with the Divine in ushering in the energies of heaven here on earth.
Matthew Fox
November 11
Matthew Fox
The Divine Feminine & the Sacred Masculine: The Sacred Marriage Resurrected
7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 11
Sanctuary
Tickets $25 Purchase at www.unityhouston.org
The Goddess has been returning to Western consciousness for decades through the womens movement, Goddess rediscoveries, and more. We will explore some of the rich and hopeful implications of that achievement with special emphasis on the return of the Black Madonna. It also is time to resurrect the sacred masculine so that the Goddess may have a proper consort. Much of what passes for masculinity in our culture and religion is anything but sacred. It is toxic, and this toxicity affects not only men but also women in their roles as mothers, sisters, spouses, and human beings. This lecture, based on Matthew Foxs new book, The Hidden Spiritualityof Men, will explore ancient archetypes of the sacred masculine. There will be a question and answer discussion. The sacred marriage of the masculine and the feminine will be our goal. Matthew Fox is the author of 28 books including Original Blessing; The Reinvention of Work; Creativity: Where the Divine and the Human Meet; One River, Many Wells: Wisdom Springing from Global Faiths; A Spirituality Named Compassion; A New Reformation!; The A.W.E. Project: Reinventing Education, and Reinventing the Human.
Country Gravy
and Other Obsessions
Deborah King
Come experience Julia Laskowski and Patty Rabaza, a female duo who inspire, thrill and move audiences to laughter and tears. They will take you on a journey that will open your heart and make you bust a gut. You wont want to miss this relationship seminar including songs like French Fry on the Floorboard, Swingin with the Change, You Always Hurt the One You Love and Callalillies!
Darlene Koldenhoven
Healing With Your Voice & Music
Harmonize Your Mind, Body, & Life 1:30 - 4 p.m. Sunday Oct. 17 Sanctuary Tickets $20 Purchase at www.unityhouston.org (Also performs at both 9 & 11 a.m. Sunday services) Join Grammy-winner Darlene Koldenhoven in opening a new and healing part of you Your Voice in her informative, entertaining and rejuvenating adventure with sound, utilizing the many newly-researched and proven benefits of music and sound-making for the brain, body and all around health. Guiding you through the space-time code of music, Darlene will demonstrate how you can open your voice and strengthen your earvoice-body connection while balancing your energy, release stress and emotional blockages, improve circulation, blood pressure, oxygen flow, mental focus, frequency, range, pitch centering, and so much more. Exploring a variety of healing-with-sound methods, you will learn how to activate a deeper connection between voice and Spirit. Emerge with a freer, more confident voice and restored, enriched, balanced, life energy. Darlene is a vocalist, sound healer, composer, songwriter, speaker, credentialed educator, and author of Tune Your Voice: Singing and Your Minds Musical Ear.
We are living expressions of Divine light flowing forth into the world.
You and our entire community are invited to open your hearts in faith and join us for Unitys annual World Day of Prayer on Sept. 9. Unity World Day of Prayer is an interfaith event designed for humankind to experience a transformation of health, abundance, and love on a global level. There are a variety of ways you can participate in World Day of Prayer: World Day of Prayer Service at noon in the Pyramid Join the Rev. Mindy Lawrence for a special prayer service on Sept. 9. Prayer Vigil on Thursday, Sept. 9, at 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. in the Chapel Participate in our prayer vigil by signing up for one or more segments at the information table on Sundays. A new prayer experience begins every hour. Prayer List Complete a World Day of Prayer form listing the individuals that you would like included in prayer vigils both here and at Silent Unity. Prayer List forms are in the Sunday service folders and beside the prayer boxes in the Sanctuary lobby and outside of the bookstore. Return the completed form to a prayer box by Sept. 5 or e-mail your prayer names to prayernames@unityhouston.org.
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9:15 am Hatha Yoga, Grace Hall 9:30 am Book Study Group, Annex-library Noon Meditation, Chapel 6:15 pm Hatha Yoga, Grace Hall *6:30 pm Silent Unity Prayer Service, Chapel *7 pm Wednesday Nite Live! Rev. Farolyn Mann, Pyramid 8:20 pm Empowerment Groups Orientation
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9:15 am Hatha Yoga, GH Noon Meditation, Chapel *7:30 pm Dr. Joe Dispenza, Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself - How to Lose Your Mind and Create a New One, Sanctuary
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9:15 am Hatha Yoga, Grace Hall 9:30 am Book Study Group, Annex-library Noon Meditation, Chapel 6:15 pm Hatha Yoga, Grace Hall *6:30 pm Silent Unity Prayer Service, Chapel *7 pm Wednesday Nite Live! Rev. Dian Williams, Pyramid 8:20 pm Empowerment Groups Orientation
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9:15 am Hatha Yoga, GH Noon Meditation, Chapel 6:15 pm Hatha Yoga, Grace Hall *7 pm The Christ in the Bible, Wallet Hall 7 pm Real Love, Chapel *7:30 pm A Course in Miracles, GH 9:15 am Hatha Yoga, Grace Hall Noon Meditation, Chapel *7 pm Prosperity Plus, Wallet Hall *7 pm The Creative Process, Visitors Center 9:15 am Hatha Yoga, Grace Hall 9:30 am Book Study Group, Annex-library Noon Meditation, Chapel 6:15 pm Hatha Yoga, Grace Hall *6:30 pm Silent Unity Prayer Service, Chapel *7 pm Wednesday Nite Live! Rev. Farolyn Mann, Pyramid 8:20 pm Empowerment Groups Orientation 9:15 am Hatha Yoga, Grace Hall Noon Meditation, Chapel **6:30 pm Toastmasters, Grace Hall *7 pm Bible Overview: Christian Scriptures, Wallet Hall
*9 & 11 am Rev. Farolyn Mann, From Scared to Sacred, Sanctuary *10:05 am Adult Bible Class, Chapel *10:05 am New Thought Book Study Group, Annex - 105 * 10:05 am A Course in Miracles, Annex - 106 12:30 pm Singles Lunch, Tan-Tan, 8066 Westheimer *1:30 pm Journey Through Grief, Visitors Center
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*9 & 11 am Rev. Howard Caesar, Sanctuary *10:05 am Adult Bible Class, Chapel *10:05 am New Thought Book Study Group, Annex-105 * 10:05 am A Course in Miracles Discussion Group, Annex - 106 12:30 pm Singles Lunch Bunch, Berry Hill, 1717 Post Oak Blvd. 12:30 pm New Life Blessing, Chapel *1:30 pm Journey Through Grief, Visitors Center
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Voice of Inspiration (713) 917-9007 * Child Care available ** Child Care available upon request
October
Bookstore Tuesday & Thursday 10 am - 5 pm Wednesday, 10 am - 9 pm Saturday, 10 am - 3 p.m. Sunday, 8:30 am - 2 pm Closed Monday & Friday (713) 782-8320
Halloween
September is a food drive for West Houston Assistance Ministries. Stop by the courtyard table on Sunday, Sept. 12, between 8:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. to pick up a bag and list of needed items. Return the donated items in the courtyard area on Sunday, Sept. 19, between 8:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Thank you for being generous!
Unity Toastmasters
Are you afraid to speak to a large group of people? As a Toastmaster you will gain confidence, build self-esteem, and improve your presentation skills that will win you the respect and admiration of your colleagues. Toastmasters offer a professional, nurturing environment dedicated to learning the art of public speaking. They promote communication experiences in leadership, public speaking and conducting business meetings. If you want to be part of this wonderful organization, visit: www.unitytoastmasters.org or call Larry at (832) 496-7835 for more information.
Women of Unity
WOMEN AROUND THE TABLE CAN DO A LOT! WOMEN SUPPORTING WOMEN SAVE THE DATE: Saturday, Oct. 23 9 11:30 a.m. BREAKFAST DISCUSSION FELLOWSHIP This will be a new format! STAY TUNED FOR DETAILS.
Unity Seniors
Couples in Unity
Monthly Luncheon 12:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 5 Yao Restaurant, 9755 Westheimer
Bus Trip to Katy Mills 10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 24 West Unity parking lot
N.G.U. (The Next Generation of Unity) meets on the first Friday of each month, after the 8 p.m. Celebration Service, a contemporary music service in the Sanctuary. In addition, we have started SUNDAY FUNDAY the last Sunday of the month. On Sunday Funday, come meet NGU in the courtyard following the 11 a.m. service and go to lunch with the group! Its a great opportunity to meet other like-minded young adults! All young adults, singles or couples 40 or younger are welcome.
Ready for an adventure? If you are 50 or wiser, you are eligible to go on our Unity Seniors Bus Trips. Our next trip is to Katy Mills on Sept. 24. This mall features 200 of the best names in manufacturers and retail outlets, off-price retailers and unique specialty stores.
Unity Singles
Join the Unity Singles for their Sunday lunches throughout September and October. See each weeks restaurant and location on the calendar pages. Our potluck parties will be on Sept. 25 and Oct. 23. Visit www.unityhouston.org/groups/ singles-group for more details.
Facilitated by Christina Webb, L.U.T. 7 p.m. 2nd & 4th Mondays of the month (Sept. 13 & 27, Oct. 11 & 25) Chapel
Pet Blessing
Saturday, Oct. 2 (Come between 9 a.m. - noon)
Pyramid courtyard
Bring your pets to our 14th Annual Pet Blessing. Our pets bless us with their unconditional love, and now it is our turn to bless them! Please bring a donation of pet food or items suitable for an animal shelter. Donations will go to Rescue Bank Organization, which serves more than 70 shelters throughout the Gulf Coast. (See Rescue Bank Wish List below or go to: http://rescuebank.org.)
Real, unconditional love brings us to wholeness, fills us up and gives us the happiness we all want. Its also Real Love when other people care about our happiness unconditionally. Loving Groups are about being seen, heard and accepted for who we really are, therefore, loved unconditionally. It is required that you have read the book, Real Love by Greg Baer to participate. Please contact Christina Webb, L.U.T. at the church office, (713) 782-4050 for more information.
Unity Peacemakers
September 2010 May 2011 Beginning this month, we will kick off our fall program for all of our children up through high school. Please pick up a new school year registration form in your childs classroom and plan to join us each week during the 9 or 11 a.m. services where children will learn about God and have FUN!
FALL PROGRAM
Our Xtreme Messy Summer Camp lived up to its billing during the week of Aug. 2-6. More than 70 kids participated in the program and had a great time!
More than 50 backpacks and $1700 for school supplies was collected this summer during the Adopt-A-Backpack program.
Classes
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A Course in Miracles
M.T. Mazzarella, instructor 9:15-10:30 a.m. - MTuWThF 9-10:30 a.m. - Sat 6:15-7:15 p.m. - MW Grace Hall Children welcome
Call (713) 781-4621 for more details.
This class is designed to teach people how to apply spiritual principles in their daily lives. No experience is necessary just an open heart and an accepting mind. Child care available.
Reiki Circle
Julie Alexander, instructor 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 11 & Oct. 9 Visitors Center
Carolyn Myss Anatomy of Spirit: The Seven Stages of Power and Healing
9:30 a.m. Wednesdays Unity Library
The Book Study Group will be starting a new book on Wednesday, Oct. 6 Carolyn Myss Anatomy of Spirit: The Seven Stages of Power and Healing. Based on the authors research into energy medicine, she shows how illness corresponds to a pattern of emotional and psychological stresses, beliefs, and attitudes that have influenced corresponding areas of the human body.
Reiki is a natural healing art that allows energy to flow from the divine Source of all healing, through the practitioner, into the receiver. A Reiki Circle is an informal gathering of both Reiki practitioners and those interested in receiving the healing energy.
Marygrace Sorensen, L.U.T., C.S.E. 7 9 p.m. Mondays, Sept. 13 Oct. 11 Wallet Hall 10 S.E.E. credits available
10:05 a.m. Sundays Everyone is invited to participate in these classes. Please drop by the class that looks most interesting to you. A Course in Miracles Discussion Group Annex-106 New Thought Book Study Group This months book: How to Change Your Life by Ernest Holmes. Annex - 105 Adult Bible Class Topic for the month: Bible Study from a New Thought Perspective. Will explore passages regarding Order in September and Zeal in October Chapel
In this course, using the Bible as our primary text, we will explore the Christ idea as it relates to Jesus and all humankind. We will explore how Old Testament messianic prophecy and New Testament accounts of the life and ministry of Jesus tell not only the story of Christ in history, but of Christ awakening in every soul. The central focus of the course will be the Gospel of John and how the Christ idea evolved during the period when the books of the New Testament were being written.
Facilitated by: Doug Duerr and Rev. Mindy Lawrence 1:303:30 p.m. Sundays, Oct. 10Nov. 14 Visitors Center
Congregants who are going through the loss of a loved one will have the opportunity to move through a series of emotions and feelings in a supportive environment. This journey will provide safe passage to a more comfortable place. We look forward to seeing you!
Prosperity Plus
We will focus on the creation stories that are found in the Hebrew and Christian Bibles. As we study the metaphysical interpretation of the (7) steps to the creative process, we grow in consciousness and toward outer expression of our spiritual selves. The creation stories that we will be resourcing are maps to our greater spiritual growth and fulfillment.
Are you new to Unity? Come explore the teachings of Unity on Oct. 31. An overview of Unity principles will be presented, and you will have the chance to ask any questions that you may have. Sign up by calling (713) 782-4050.
Facilitated by Rev. Farolyn Mann Featuring video presentations by Mary Manin Morrissey 7 p.m. Tuesdays, Sept. 7 - Nov. 9 Wallet Hall
You will discover: Strategies for positive living beyond the news even in uncertain times Ways to open yourself to a greater flow of good How to generate thoughts and choices that lead to new results in life Tools for living each day from a state of abundance and prosperity
Cris Perez, L.U.T. 7 9 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 16Oct. 14 Wallet Hall 10 SEE credits Do you seek a better understanding of the Bible? In this class, we will study the New Testament, which includes the Gospels, Letters, Book of Acts and Book of Revelations. Upon completing this course, you will have a better understanding of who wrote the Bible, for whom it was written and why it was written.
Marygrace Sorensen, L.U.T., C.S.E. 7 9 p.m. Tuesdays, Nov. 2 - 30 Visitors Center 10 S.E.E. credits available
This class is an introduction to the metaphysical interpretation of the Hebrew Scriptures, more commonly known as the Old Testament in the Unity framework. Students will begin to understand and interpret the Hebrew Scriptures from a metaphysical viewpoint. The chief aim is that students have the knowledge and skill to interpret scripture on their own. They will learn to apply the teachings of the Hebrew Scriptures to their lives.
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Jill Carroll at Unity Dr. Jill Carroll Unity Bookstore now has an exclusive CD set from the wildly popular Unity speaker, Dr. Jill Carroll. Jill Carroll at Unity Six Powerful Messages includes some of her most popular presentations, including Creating the Kingdom of God, Just Say Yes, In the Belly of a Whale, In The Beginning, Arise, Take and Eat, and Are You at Risk.
10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Wednesday 10 a.m - 3 p.m. Saturday 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Sunday Closed Monday and Friday 713-782-8320 bookstore@unityhouston.org
We are glad to mail your books and tapes: $2.50 for the first tape, $3.50 for the first book. Each additional tape is $1.00; each additional book is $1.50.
Eye-opening training! Fantastic class! I liked the role-playing allows you to put yourself in your childs shoes.
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Prayer Requests: Our loving group of Unity Friends is at the front of the sanctuary after each service and is happy to pray with you. You may also place a written request in one of our prayer boxes (located in the sanctuary and outside the chapel) or call the Voice of Inspiration anytime at (713) 917-9007 and leave your prayer request. During the week, you may call the church at (713) 782-4050 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and someone will pray with you. All requests are confidential and may be anonymous. Our Prayer Team will hold your request in prayer for 30 days. Prayer requests also may be directed to Silent Unity at (816) 969-2000 or (800) 6697729. If you would like to be a member of the Prayer Team, please call the Rev. Farolyn Mann at the church office at (713) 782-4050, or e-mail fmann@unityhouston.org. Pastoral Care Services (PCS) of this church has a number of ways in which to support you while going through a challenging time in your life. PCS has a number of areas that can be of service in times of challenge: Prayer Hospital visitation Home visits Hospice Grief and loss Nursing home
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Noon Meditation: services conducted in the Chapel weekdays at noon. Silent Unity Prayer Service: Wednesday evening, 6:30 - 6:45 p.m. Empowerment Prayer Groups: Wednesday evenings, orientation at 8:20 p.m. Spiritual Counseling: Ministers and counselors available weekdays on a freewill love offering basis. Call for an appointment. If you or someone you know, whether a family member or friend, from our ministry is about to or is going through a challenge, please contact the church office at (713) 782-4050. Your request will be relayed to PCS so our ministerial staff may contact them.
Unity Church of Christianity depends on the support of its members to carry on its ministry. If you have provided for Unity Church in your estate plans, please tell us about it. If not, and you would like information on doing so, please contact the church office at (713) 782-4050.