Sunday Service: August 31st at 10:00 AM
What Brings You Joy?
with Carol Fox
Joy is what we feel when we are in alignment with Source, with our Purpose in life. Some people might call this “doing God’s will.” But how do we know what we are meant to be doing? How do we get a clear and direct message from Source when there are so many distractions, both internal and external, getting in our way? This Sunday I’m going to talk about my journey, and the people, experiences, and guidance that have helped me connect with Source and find joy!
🍽️ Bring a favorite snack to share with the community after service! We’ll provide the coffee and tea ☕️.
We always have a beautiful potluck of munchies to enjoy after service, so we hope you have time to stay, connect, and enjoy some coffee and snacks.
🌈 Childcare and activities are available for children 0 through 12 years.
This month’s topic is HEALTH!
⭐️ Note to parents – Summer is here, so be sure your kiddos bring a water bottle filled with something cool to drink.
Watch Service In-Person or Online at UnityCentralOregon.org
SEE WHAT’S HAPPENING!
2nd Annual Unity Yard Sale & BBQ Fundraiser
This Saturday, August 30th, from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM in the Unity parking lot
If you haven’t started gathering your items to donate, well then get busy 😁! This is your opportunity to clear some clutter in your life and find new treasures. All proceeds will go towards our 50k to Light the Way fund for us to have a nice cushion to cover the costs of bringing on a new minister. The Men’s Group will be providing some yummy BBQ items for purchase from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM (veggie options will be available). If you have any questions please contact Leia using the link below.
Drop off your items to sell on Friday, August 29th between 4:00 and 7:00 PM.
Pre-Yard Sale Fundraiser for Unity
Great deals on a microwave, TV, smoker, bookshelves, and lots more.
Unity member, Dr. Rev. Cari, is embarking on a pilgrimage and to prepare for her journey will be selling many of her home furnishings and yard tools. She is graciously offering them to our community first and will be donating 50% of the proceeds to our community and the other 50% to her non-profit ministry, Confluence Is. Click the link below to see all the items she is offering with suggested prices (feel free to offer more, this is a fundraiser 😁). She has several great things for sale! Cari lives in Redmond and you can contact her HERE to arrange to view an item or purchase something. Thank you Dr. Rev. Cari for supporting our community in such a beautiful way!! We can’t wait to hear about your pilgrimage.
The 1st Annual Harvest Share!
Starting Sunday, August 24th through Sunday, Sept 28th (or longer if needed), all day.
A table is now set up on the Eastside of the building for all you home gardeners to share your abundance through contributing and receiving to practice the flow of reciprocity. Please bring any extra fruits or vegetables of your labor for exchange anytime during these dates and leave your items on the table and take any produce you’d like. Contacts: Robyn Iona 503-858-9037 and Colinda Wolfe-Finch 907-632-8542 for more details.
NEW OFFERING – Sunday Talkabout – after service
We have started a new offering every Sunday, following our Celebration Service! It’s called Talkabout, and it is an opportunity for us to gather together in small groups and talk about the talk we just heard! The circle will be facilitated by one of our community leaders and this is your chance to share your thoughts and feelings and to form deeper connections with fellow community members. Our Sunday speaker will generally participate as well, so that you can ask them more questions about their talk, or share what resonated with you.
Here are the details: It starts 20 minutes after the service ends, so you’ll have time to grab some food in the lobby, and the Talkabout circle will last 30 to 45 minutes.
Unity Basics Class & Membership Information
This Sunday, August 31st, from noon to 1:30 PM
Join us to learn more about Unity beliefs and teachings and explore the possibility of membership in our Unity community. Rev. Ruth Miller will teach a 45-minute class on Unity basics followed by Sarah Jones sharing what it means to be a member of our Unity Community. You’ll then have an opportunity to ask any questions you might have about Unity.
No Sacred Sound Bath this Sunday
Because of the holiday weekend there will not be a Sound Bath on Sunday the 31st. We hope to see you the following Sunday! Enjoy the long weekend.
No Men’s Group on Labor Day
Next meeting will be September 15th at 6:00 PM
🧘🏽Yoga with Shriman🧘🏼♂️
Every Tuesday from 9:00 AM to 10:15 AM
We are so fortunate to have such a well-versed yoga instructor as a member of our community. Through his teachings, Shriman empowers participants to embark on their unique paths toward physical, emotional, and mental well-being. His classes are an invitation to connect with your inner joy, embrace your true nature, and live in harmony with the world around you. There is no set cost but a suggested donation of $10 – $20 to be shared between Shriman and Unity is very much appreciated. All student levels are welcome and encouraged.
Let’s Get Metaphysical Discussion Group
Every Tuesday from 10:30 AM to Noon
This group meets weekly and anyone is welcome at any time. Your hosts are Jim and Joanne Pasmore. There will be a video and topic discussed each week. Email Jim to receive a weekly email with the video link and topic. No prior registration required for this FREE group.
Understanding Our Neighbor as Ourselves: Intro to Spiral Dynamics
Tuesday, September 2nd and 9th from 3:00 to 5:00 PM with Dr. Rev. Cari Bourette – in person and on Zoom.
Why are some so certain God is a Being in the sky and others know a Divine Presence found within? Why do some seem so violent and exclusionist and others so concerned with including everyone? There are different sets of values that accompany each level of consciousness on our evolutionary journey. This introductory class on Spiral Dynamics will assist you in understanding these differences and help you to better empathize and communicate with people that have another perspective on what’s important than what’s so obviously true for you. Cost for Unity members is just $45, non-members $75.
Town Hall Potluck and Gathering
Wednesday, September 10th at 5:30 PM
It’s time for our quarterly Town Hall. We’re inviting everyone in our community, members and those interested in membership, to bring a food item to share for a dinner social from 5:30 to 6 PM in the foyer. We’ll then move to the sanctuary where our board will share updates on our ministerial search, a new service coming on Wednesday evenings, how we’re doing financially, updates on our team structure, and more. We’ll then finish up with some Q&A time. We are a member powered community and we hope you’ll make the time to join us on Sept. 10th 😊.
Celebration of Life for Member Dave Sullivan
Saturday, September 6th at 2:30 PM
We made an announcement a couple weeks ago that one of our founding members, Dave Sullivan, passed away. There will be a Celebration of Life, led by Rev. Jane, for Dave at Unity on Sept. 6th at 2:30 PM. We invite you to join us in remembering the life of a beautiful man and supporting his wife Lynda and son Mike.
OTHER UPCOMING CLASSES & EVENTS – See details on our website
Shining Light on the Shadow; The Journey to Spiritual Wholeness – 4 weeks
Beginning Tuesday, September 30th at 6:00 PM
Holotropic Breathwork – A Profound Practice in Self-Empowerment
Saturday, September 13th from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM and Saturday, October 11th.
Rafe Pearlman in Concert at The Tower Theater
Sunday, September 14th at 7:30 PM (discount for Unity members when you enter code RAFERUMBO when purchasing tickets).
Jai Uttal Mantra Love Concert
Tuesday, October 28, at 7:00 PM
Feedback & Suggestions Ask
We now have a feedback form on our website and a QR code on flyers in the foyer. If you have positive feedback or constructive suggestions for service, a class, or anything else you’d like to share, we’d love to hear from you.
Are You Facing a Challenge? Unity has a Variety of Ways to Support You
We have created so many ways to support our community through challenges – Pastoral Care, Prayer, and Emailing needs and requests out to our community. Send Clare Kubota an email and she’ll get you connected to the best support.
Have Something You Think We Should Include in Our Newsletter?
An appreciation, blog content, poem, event, or class? If it fits our guidelines we’re happy to share it. Contact Clare Kubota.
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