Sunday Service: April 2nd at 10:00 AM

Introduction to Sunday service with Rev. Jane Hiatt

Rome vs. Jesus, then and now

With Rev. Jane Hiatt

Rev. Jane will talk about the historical situation Jesus faced and the parallels to present times, as well as the metaphysics. What is our Rome? Our Jesus? Our choice?

Bring a snack to share at our after service buffet 😁


Watch Service In-Person or Online at UnityCentralOregon.org


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Let’s have some fun!

Youth Programs

Little Ones –

The nursery is open for little ones up to 4 years old.

Elementary aged kids –

We’re prepping for the Earth Day Procession of the Species parade, so bring your animal costume to embellish! Gratitude, games, crafts, and prayers for our friends are part of our kids program. Hope to see you there!

Teens –

The teens will be meeting from 4:00 to 6:30 PM at Bend Church in downtown Bend.


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Bend Food Project Donation Pick Up

Sunday, April 2nd at Unity

Support those in need in our Central Oregon community by bringing non-perishable food items to Unity this Sunday. Member Anna Thedford will then deliver them to Bend Food Project. They can always use items for children’s school lunches and snacks.

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Sunday Sound Bath

Every Sunday at 5:30 PM at Unity

Led by Lisa Swisher and friends. At the beginning of class, you will be asked to quietly set intentions for what you would like to release and what you would like to allow into your life. Please wear comfy clothing, bring a yoga mat, pillow, blanket (if needed), and a desire to be uplifted and transported through sacred sound!

Please pay at the door: $10-$20 sliding scale


Cooking Class: Vegetables – Flavor Them UP!! with Chef Suzanne Landry

Sunday, April 2, 2023 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM at Kevin & Clare Kubota’s home

This cooking class with professional chef and Unity member, Suzanne Landry, will help you learn how to put flavor in your food easily! Just 3 spots left.

You’ll Learn:

  • What are the 5 flavors we can play with to create a dynamic dish?
  • Why do opposing flavors in the same dish appeal to us? (think sea salt chocolate).
  • How different cooking techniques can change the flavors of the same vegetable.
  • How to use our senses to create beautiful dishes.
  • How to use and store fresh herbs.

Cost is $39 and includes samples of all the dishes Suzanne will be making.

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Suzanne Landry

Our Moment of Choice Book Intro

Book Study Read & Discussion

Join other Unity members in reading the book; Our Moment of Choice. This book is a brilliantly compiled book of several popular and otherwise known Evolutionary Thought Leaders, who’ve come together to share their perspectives, research and wisdom in an attempt to promote a positive “Collective Momentum for New and Emerging Consciousness” for both mother earth and humanity.

We’ll host a discussion on June 17th at 10:00 AM at Unity.


Earth Day Procession of the Species Costume Making

Sunday, April 2nd at 12:30 PM at Unity

In gearing up for our Earth Day celebration on April 22nd, we are inviting Unity kiddos and adults alike to come and join us in creating costumes for our Unity kids or for yourself.  You can bring your costume and redesign it however you please. Please bring craft , fabric and sewing materials and let’s have fun! We’ll see you on Sunday!

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Let’s make some magic!

ONGOING ADULT GATHERINGS


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Who’s excited?!

Ongoing Programs for Adults

Women’s Activity Group – Every Wednesday at 10:00 AM. Join a group of wonderful women for hikes and other fun adventures. Contact Suzanne Landry to be notified of what’s happening each Wednesday.

Men’s Group – A time to connect and get to know each other. Gatherings are held on the 1st and 3rd Monday at 6:00 PM at Unity. The next gathering is April 3rd. Contact Dan Stephenson for more info.

Singing Night – Join Unity SolShine music director, Dave Finch every Wednesday at 7:00 PM at Unity. No experience is necessary and all ages are welcome! Contact Dave for more info.


Member Celebration!!

This week a BIG celebration is in order for Cylvia Hayes!! Correction, Rev. Cylvia Hayes. She is now officially a Unity Reverend after 6 years of intense study and interviews. It has been a challenging yet beautiful road. Her official ordination date is May 21st, so save the date to celebrate with her!

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Cylvia shares her journey in becoming Rev. Cylvia Hayes

Highlights From Last Week

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Nolan and Karen are busy washing dishes at Family Kitchen
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Mary Fay, Kevin, Rachel, Lynn, and Monica working at Family Kitchen
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Unity kids putting together birthday bags for MountainStar Relief Nursery with goodies donated by Unity members
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Michael Mandrell shared his beautiful guitar music with us at service
Michael and Donna improvising an incredible song during Michael Mandrell’s concert last Sunday
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Pam Mindt shares inspiring words as last weeks speaker. If you missed her talk you can watch it HERE

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