First Unity Church ofSt. Petersburg

460 46th Ave. North • St. Petersburg, FLwww.firstunity.org

Learn:The secret of finding and giving Real Love.

How to speak the foreign language of "Telling the Truth."

How to completely eliminate angerand fear from your life.

How to discover the joy you've always wanted.

About Real Love and spiritual alchemy.

How spiritual healing begins.

To Register Call727-527-2222

Tickets $25Tickets online at www.RealLove.com/events.asp

or www.firstunity.org/education_listing.php.

www.RealLove.com

You’ll never be the same after hearing

DR. GREG BAERas he talks about

The Healing Powerof Real Love

Sunday, Sept. 281:30pm – 4:30pmGreg will be the guest speaker at the

9 am & 11 am services.Unity Cafe will be open for lunch.

What’s Happening

First Unity Campus | 460 46th Ave. N. | St. Petersburg, FL 33703 | (727) 527-2222 | UnityCampus.org

Sept/Oct 2008 Volume #8, Issue #5

pg 6 Color Alchemy & Masterful Feng Shui with Jami Lin

pg 8 Real Love with Greg Baer

pg 9-13What’s Happeningin our Spiritual Education program

The Quest for Wholeness...

A Spirit Expressing Adventure! pg 4-5

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That Which We Own Owns Us

For many of these travelers the journey became nearly impossible to continue, because of distance, cold, lack of food, broken equipment, mud, snow, death of pack or draft animals, the steady incline of the mountains before them, and so on.

On such occasions, these migrants usually discovered that their possessions had become a burden to them, and they had to make a choice. If they chose to retain ownership of all their property, it became an anchor that rooted them to the ground and prevented their onward march. In effect, they became owned by that which they owned. Most people made the wise choice, however, and cast their things to the side of the road, or they sold them for a pittance to others who had settled along the trail. As they did so, they became free to continue their journey.

Many of us are just as burdened by possessions in our day as those early pioneers who carried them on their backs. What we own comes to

own us, and this applies also to the feelings and beliefs we own. For many years I have watched people insist, for example, on their right to be angry—in effect, insisting on their right to own their anger. They are, of course, quite right. We do have a right to be angry. But what we own always ends up owning us. Anger becomes a cancer that drives the love and happiness from our lives.

As we learn to fill our lives with unconditional love—or Real Love—instead of anger, we gain the ability to understand other people, to accept them, and to unconditionally love them, and then we acquire the ability to leave our anger by the spiritual roadside like so much baggage. And then we find the freedom and peace we have really wanted all along.

See pg 8 for more details on Greg’s visit to Unity Campus. To learn more about Real Love, look for Real Love books in our bookstore.

by Greg Baer

Greg Baer

During the 1800s many thousands of people made the great migration from the eastern third of the United States to the vast open spaces of the West. They hauled their belongings on their backs, horses, mules, handcarts, and wagons.

“As we learn to fill our lives with

unconditional love...instead of anger, we gain the ability to

understand other people, to accept

them, and to unconditionally

love them...”

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Rev. Temple Hayes

The more determined I was to see too far ahead, the less I could see and the more I would feel threatened and uncomfortable. When the apostle Paul stated with wisdom, “for we walk by faith, not by sight,” he knew that for each of us, the seeing does not always reveal the destination of our lives.

What happens when we attempt to see too far ahead on our path to make a move or create an experience regarding our work, our relationships, and our abundance?

We begin to think that the result is only up to us; that our outcome is entirely based upon a lower vibration belief that we are in control. Our spiritual journey can be very exciting if we learn through practice and accomplishment that we say “what” and let God decide “how.” Rev. James Trapp, the president of the Association of Unity Churches stated at our convention in June that we give directions and God makes the corrections.

When we attempt to rush or force events in our lives to occur rather than letting go and letting God, we do not get to benefit from all the moment-to-moment miracles which can occur with any strong intention that we create from a space of prayer. We start to experience emotional responses, such as anxiety and fear, rather than a consciousness of expectation and a faith-based confidence.

We do not allow the spiritual seeds of change to unfold naturally, and often we have not developed the consciousness which prepares us to receive our new experiences. When we change our consciousness, we change our circumstances and our lives forever.

Elizabeth Blackwell, the first female physician in the United States, said, “It is not easy to be a pioneer, but oh, it is so fascinating. I would not

trade one moment, even the worst moment, for all the riches in the world.”

Often, as we are walking through life, we feel as if we are a pioneer, especially when we have learned all of our lives to make things happen and to push our universe. During my 30 years in New Thought, I have seen so many individuals come into our teachings of Unity principles and leave within the first year. They do not understand that you must develop the consciousness to receive the dream rather than develop the dream and force “events” to happen. They usually leave saying that these principles do not work. Of course, they do work for them...for they work by not working. They have developed faith in a belief that the principles do not work, thus creating their own experiences.

In Unity, it is necessary for all of us to develop and walk in faith as our teacher Jesus states so clearly. As one of our Chaplains said recently, “I used to say ‘God is good, all the time,’ and yet, now I believe it.”

Recipe:1 Truth student willing to change1 large dose of faith1 large container consisting of an open heart½ tablespoon of past forgiveness

Place all ingredients on one flat baking sheet representing the NOW and allow them to cook slowly for guaranteed manifestation.

Loving life,

Temple

For We Walk by Faith

“For we walk by faith, not by sight.” 2 Corinthians 5:7

I can remember many nights in Panama, when serving in the U.S. Army Reserve, being asked by the captain to work on night duty and guard our surrounding areas and territory. It was so dark in the jungle, that even when the flashlight was shining forward to show the way, I could only see a tiny tunnel of mostly darkness.

“When we change

our consciousness,

we change our

circumstances and

our lives forever.”

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Spirit ExprESSing FAQS

Where do i get the book and workbook?

The book, The Quest for Wholeness, can be purchased at Wings Bookstore. Workbooks will be given to your facilitators prior to your first meeting. For individuals participating, workbooks will be available after Sunday services beginning September 7 (while supplies last.)

How do i sign up for a home study group?

Home study groups (8–10 people) offer the opportunity for a more in-depth study of the book and the concepts presented by Rev. Temple on Sundays. These groups provide a safe space in which to explore and practice God’s activity on a personal level. Each group study is led by a facilitator who assists the group in reviewing and exploring the central topics and themes.

Hosts hold groups in their homes, and groups are held in many locations throughout Tampa Bay, and at a variety of times and days of the week. You may sign up through September 10 for a group located near you by visiting the sign-up table in Friendship Hall.

What will we do during Spirit Expressing?

You will use a journal to guide you through many exer-cises and processes throughout the program following the chapters of the book. During the seven weeks of Spirit Expressing, we have a fun tradition – each week we wear clothing of a particular color to Sunday services (see the chart on left). Feel free to join in the fun!

Out Of town?

You can experience Spirit Expressing along with your St. Petersburg church family. Follow these simple steps:

1. Call Wings Bookstore to order The Quest for Wholeness at (727)522-6657.

2. Call the church office to order your workbook at (727) 527-2222 x100.

3. Listen to the weekly podcasts September 6 through October 19, at www.firstunity.org.

Sept 7 Week One. Color: Red 9 & 11 am

Sept 10 Dinner & Art Auction

World Day of Prayer Service Ester

Nicholson Concert

Dessert Social

5:30 pm

7 pm

8 pm

Sept 14 Week Two. Color: Orange 9 & 11 am

Sept 21 Week Three. Color: Yellow 9 & 11 am

Sept 28 Week Four. Color: Green 9 & 11 am

Oct 5 Week Five. Color: Blue 9 & 11 am

Oct 12 Week Six. Color: Purple 9 & 11 am

Oct 18 Prayer Vigil

Reconciliation Service

7 am - 7 pm

7 pm

Oct 19 Week Seven. Color: White/Violet

Spirit expressing Banquet

9 & 11 am

12:30 pm

Spirit Expressing 2008The Quest for Wholeness

E ach fall First Unity friends come together for Spirit Expressing, and lives are changed. This year, for the very first time, First Unity is joining Tampa Unity and Unity

Church of Clearwater in a combined Spirit Expressing experience! Spirit Expressing is a seven-week program of spiritual self-discovery with an emphasis on growth in awareness, involvement, and commitment. It includes Sunday messages based on The Quest for Wholeness by Robert Brumet, the inspiring book we have chosen for our study, and weekly prayer/study groups.

You are invited to join together with a small group of your choice, discussing the same spiritual ideas that Rev. Temple presents on Sundays during those seven weeks, and to participate in many delightful events.

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J oining more than one million people around the world, First Unity Church will honor the 15th annual World Day of Prayer with a prayer and healing service

on Wednesday, September 10.The service will include music by guest Ester Nicholson,

inspiration by Rev. Temple Hayes, global peace prayers, and optional hands-on healing by our Unity Chaplains. Child care will be provided.

World Day of Prayer, which is officially celebrated on Thursday, September 11, is an interfaith event, open to people of all faiths and all walks of life. Its purpose is to unite as many people as possible in prayer on the same day, a step toward transforming the world through prayer.

This year’s World Day of Prayer theme is “Celebrating Oneness, Healing the World.” Organizers ask everyone to use the same affirmation during their prayers on that day: “Rejoicing in our oneness with God and one another, we celebrate healing in every aspect of our lives and the world.”

New this year, Unity worldwide will participate in “11 Days of Global Unity” beginning on World Day of Prayer/September 11 and concluding on International Day of Peace/September 21. Join your Unity family around the world as we focus our prayers on global unity and peace for these 11 days.

Child care will be provided, with a suggested Love Offering of $5 per child or $10 per family.

Dinner & ArT AUcTiOnA delicious cultural feast will be served prior to the World Day of Prayer Service Wednesday, September 10, beginning at 5:30 pm in Friendship Hall. Dinner theme is “Food From Around the World.” This dinner & art auction fundraiser will be hosted by our Youth of Unity (Y.O.U.) with featured artwork available for sale throughout the evening. All proceeds benefit the youth program.

PrAyer VigilOn Saturday, October 18 from 7 am to 7 pm, you are invited to participate in a holy ceremony – a 12-hour Prayer Vigil. Enter into the church Sanctuary throughout the day to rest, release, light a candle, meditate, pray. Sign-up sheets for 30-minute segments will be in Friendship Hall. We hope to have each slot filled for the entire 12 hours; however, 30 minutes is not a requirement. Your energy will be greatly cherished no matter

how long you are present. As the Prayer Vigil comes to an end, please join us for a meditative service beginning at 7 pm. This Reconciliation Service marks the end of Spirit Expressing, as we move to our final Sunday message and celebration at our banquet the following day.

SPiriT exPreSSing BAnqUeTWe join Tampa Unity and Unity of Clearwater at this celebration of completion of Spirit Expressing. Join us Sunday, October 19 at Matheos Hall, the events/receptions facility of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, located at 409 S. Old Coachman Rd. in Clearwater, for musical entertainment, a delicious catered lunch, and a cash bar. Tickets are $27.50 and will go on sale September 21. Doors open at 12:30 pm, lunch served at 1 pm.

SChEdUlE OF EvEnTS

Tickets available at Wings Bookstore and online at WingsBookstore.com

Wings Bookstore is proud to host best-selling author and Feng Shui master Jami lin for a full, extended weekend September 12-15.

Jami introduces her neW book, Color Alchemy, and will share Feng Shui mysteries that may hold the secrets to dramatic changes in your life.

Don’t delay; each of the two workshops requires a deposit, and you’ll need a reservation for the Friday night book signing.

Meet and Greet Jami lin Friday, September 12, 7 to 8:45 pm

Call the store to reserve your seat for this informal presentation, as Jami Lin introduces her brand new book, Color Alchemy. A book signing session after her talk will be followed by Jami sharing some Feng Shui secrets that even some practitioners might not know. Free. (Preferred seating for Wings Bookclub members.)

Color Alchemy: Self Mastery with The Endless Supply of Color Saturday, September 13, 9 am to 4:30 pm (break for lunch)

In this fun and transformational workshop, you'll reap ColorAlchemy's profound benefits. Discover ColorAlchemy secrets to unlock and awaken your greatest potential through the influence of color favorites and your soul colors. Create positive thoughts and behaviors, healing with complimentary colors through yin/yang ColorAlchemy. Expand creativity, vision, and intuition by integrating colorful matter and energy. You'll learn color rituals and meditations that develop inner peace and outward joy.

Tickets are $120. Pre-register by September 10, and receive Jami's 4-hour ColorAlchemy training DVD FREE! (a $99 value)

Book Signing Sunday, September 14, 12 pm

Visit Wings Bookstore to meet Jami Lin and have your books signed by the author. Receive a special gift while they last.

Masterful Feng Shui for Consistent Results Monday, September 15, 6:30 to 9:30pm

In this class you'll learn a system that identifies and enhances positive or reduces negative life-affecting Heaven Energy. Beginner or advanced, discover how Jami Lin simplifies and decoratively applies the integrated aspects of Feng Shui using the source of all Chinese medicine: Heaven Earth, and Man. Masterfully, Jami demonstrates these profound integrations to maximize Feng Shui results, depth, experience, and wisdom.

Tickets are $90. Suggested pre-requisite Feng Shui Today * (pg 123-129) to have a basic understanding of the Five Elements.

Private Feng Shui Consultation Jami is available for a limited number of private Feng Shui consultations. For appointments, please contact lore raymond at 727-254-0342.

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Ester Nicholson will share her R&B vocal stylings with First Unity for the first time this fall. Ester will be the featured presenter at the annual Creative Arts Retreat on September 6, and will present the music at both Sunday services on September 7.

She will join Rev. Temple Hayes and the Unity Chaplains in presenting the annual World Day of Prayer service Wednesday, September 10 at 7 pm, which will be followed by a concert of her music.

Ester hails from the music ministry of the well-known Agape Church in California. She has performed around the globe, singing with artists such as Rod Stewart, Bette Midler, Faith Hill, Beyonce, and Barbara Streisand. She has made television appearances on many programs, including the Oprah Winfrey Show, The Tonight Show, and Good Morning America. She is currently touring the US, presenting concerts and workshops and promoting the release of her debut CD “Child Above the Sun,” a collection of songs that celebrate her transformative journey.

Creative Arts RetreatOn Saturday, September 6, we will celebrate our talented and dedicated actors, musicians, dancers and audio/visual technicians at our annual Creative Arts Retreat.

We welcome anyone to attend the retreat who has participated in the Music, Dance, Drama or Audio/Visual Ministries this past year. A catered lunch will be provided. The retreat is free, but RSVPs are necessary.

If you are interested in joining the First Unity Choir for our fall/Christmas season, we invite you to attend this retreat and discover if this is the volunteer ministry for you.

Please RSVP by September 1 to music@firstunity.org, or leave a message on the Music Ministry voice mail at the church office (527-2222 x108.)

Guest Musician Ester Nicholson SePTemBer 6–10

“If ever there were a story that provides hope to the hopeless, my life demonstrates that there is no person that is beyond redemption,” Ester Nicholson said. “Life-changing renewal is possible for everyone, regardless of personal history or circumstance.”

Sunday, September 141:30 pm in the Sanctuary

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It’s Summertime!

Rev. Helen HornadaySpiritual Education Director

“Come and join

us as together we

shift and expand

our consciousness

and the world’s.”

We live in an abundant, thriving universe. We live in paradise. Whatever we focus on and are grateful for multiplies. Have you noticed that? With this wonderful awareness, let’s not be drawn into reports of lack and limitation.

Let’s turn to the truth within us. We believe in unlimited possibilities and celebrate the life we have created and are creating with our thoughts and feelings right now. To continue to expand and grow in this energy we offer a place and community to thrive in, to express your creativity and fulfill your dreams.

Attending Spiritual Education classes has so many benefits. You connect with others, sometimes making lifelong friends. You are supported where you are and encouraged to stretch your mind and body, open your heart and trust your feelings as you grow in consciousness. Classes can be fun also! We offer a variety of classes, as you can see on the next few pages. You have lots of choices and possibilities.

For the first time we are offering the class Keys to the Kingdom, in late October. This is a 21st century course on prosperity consciousness-

building. It is designed for those who are ready and willing to take a leap of faith necessary to transform a consciousness of limiting beliefs into a consciousness of true unlimited abundance. You will be asked to make a commitment to tithe your time, talent and income for seven weeks beginning at the first class. The classes are uplifting, experiential and fun. To support you during the weeks of this series is a six-CD set and a workbook. For graduates of 4T, this is an opportunity to continue to expand and grow even more prosperous and step into a new vibration. For anyone who wants to understand the spiritual foundation of true abundance and create a life in greater harmony with spiritual law this class is for you.

Namaste,

Rev. Helen Hornaday

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The Journey WiThin:embracing the Gifts of God

Expand mind, body and spirit! Our Spiritual Education Program

offers various ongoing classes,

workshops and support groups.

registration is easy! Visit us online

at www.firstunity.org, call us at

(727) 527-2222 x101 or sign up in

Friendship Hall.

Change Your Thoughts, Change Your LifeFacilitator: Andi Schenbeck Tuesdays, September 9 - November 25, 7 to 9 pm Location: Rm #300

Unleash the natural wisdom and power that lies within you! Based on Wayne Dyer’s book, Change Your Thoughts, Change Your Life – Living the Wisdom of the Tao Te Ching, we will go beyond the ego as we study the 81 verses of the Tao Te Ching, with the intent of aligning with The Great Way of The Universe.

This course is designed to evolve your soul as we give attention to each verse, allowing you to focus on and put into practice a verse a day throughout the duration of the classes. Suggested Love Offering $15 per class or $140 paid in full. Andi highly recommends Change Your Thoughts, Change Your Life by Wayne Dyer, but it is not required. Andi Schenbeck graduated with an M.S. degree in education and has years of high school teaching experience. Her personal brand is “Passionate soul appreciating a journey of inspiration through balance, love and joy.” She has enjoyed extensive spiritual study over the past few years. She speaks at women’s growth and learning forums as a part of the service for her

company Choose to Inspire. Andi is currently enjoying her involvement with First Unity as a Y.O.U. sponsor and barista at Wings Bookstore.

How to Be a Pet AngelFacilitator: Louise Kahle Saturday, September 20, 10 am to noon Location: Rm #300

This class will teach a simple, effective method that will help our already crowded shelters. The spiritual joy you receive from becoming a pet angel in our Unity community will become a compassionate beacon for society. You will be shown how to create a pet angel basket that you can gift others who have a difficult time when their pets transition. You’ll also learn about a pet rescue package to keep in your car as you start out on your mission. Suggested Love Offering of $25 will be put towards the Pet Angel Fund.

Louise Kahle is a local talent agent. When she opened her agency Louise’s People Model and Talent, she needed a mission. Over the years she has been a PETA liaison and has changed the way the community thinks about animals. She rescues strays that come into her space and teaches others to do the same.

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Fall EquinoxFacilitator: Barbara BertucciMonday: September 22, 7 pm Location: Courtyard

This is a time to celebrate, reflect and release. It is a time for creating balance in your life. As the fall is a time for gathering and harvesting, it is also a time for cleansing. The West represents water and the flow of our life’s journey. Come and celebrate a wonderful outdoor ritual and self-reflection as we gather around a fire pit (weather permitting; otherwise we will gather in Friendship Hall.) Please bring your lawn chair and comfy layered clothes. Gather at 7 pm, ceremony starts at 7:15 pm. Hosted by Barbara A. Bertucci, a student of Shamanic practices for seven years. She has a passion for all living creatures and for Mother Earth and Father Sun. Barbara recently facilitated a very successful Summer Solstice event at First Unity. Come share in the celebration!

Writing Down Your SoulFacilitator: Janet Conner Mondays, September 29 – October 20, 6:45 to 9 pm Location: Rm #301

Ever wonder how Neale Donald Walsch managed to have those Conversations with God? In Writing Down Your Soul (Conari Press, Dec 2008), Janet Conner explains why writing by hand is the single most effective vehicle into unconscious mind and beyond. In this four-part series, you will learn how to enter the mystical theta brain wave state, activate the voice of Spirit, listen with your spiritual ear, silence your inner critics, and literally build new neural pathways in your brain. With this spiritual practice at your fingertips, you’ll always know how to ask for and receive the guidance you need to build the life you want. Suggested Love Offering is $99 including a 50-page workbook.

Thanks to a personal trauma, Janet Conner discovered that writing down your soul can—and will—change your life. To help others find their way from Betrayal to Peace, she created Spiritual Geography, the deep soul writing system that heals the broken heart. When the editor of www.religionandspirituality.com saw Spiritual Geography, he invited her to write a national weekly column for UPI. Six months later, the associate publisher of Conari Press read her series on prayer and invited Janet to write Writing Down Your Soul: How to Activate and Listen to the

Extraordinary Voice Within, due in bookstores this December. Want to know more? Visit www.writingdownyoursoul.com and www.spiritualgeography.com.

Smudge Fan WorkshopFacilitator: Kathi Wahls Saturday, October 4, 10 am to 1 pm Location: Rm #300

Burning of herbs, resins or incense for emotional, psychic, and spiritual purification is common practice among many religious, healing, and spiritual groups. The ritual of smudging can be defined as “the energetic cleansing of a person, place or thing.” A smudge fan is used to direct the smoke. In this hands-on workshop, you will learn about this ancient practice and create your own beautiful feather smudge fan. All materials are included, but if you have a special item you would like to incorporate into your fan, please bring it with you. Suggested Love Offering of $40 includes all supplies. Kathi Wahls LMT, CNHP has been a body worker and natural healthcare practitioner in the Bay area since 1987. She’s a collector and purveyor of crystals, healing stones and other magical things and loves to share her knowledge of the many eclectic spiritual practices she has learned. Stones and crystals have their own unique energy and can assist us in our spiritual growth and development. Using their energies when making sacred tools like smudge fans, prayer beads and crystal grids enhances the potential for growth and healing.

Discover UnityFacilitator: Rev. Temple Hayes Monday, October 20 & 27, 7 pmLocation: Friendship Hall

Learn about Unity while making great friends that can last a lifetime! Our two-part Discover Unity class offers indepth insight about the co-founders of Unity, Charles and Myrtle Fillmore, and the history of First Unity Church. Rev. Temple Hayes discusses basic Unity principles and good reading and reference materials. There will be plenty of time for questions and answers. Attending this class does not obligate you to become a member of First Unity Church, but attendance at both sessions is required for prospective members.

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Your Energy ConnectionFacilitator: Jack Bernard Moon Saturday, October 25, 8:30 am to 5 pm Location: Friendship Hall

This is a fun and lively workshop filled with personal, life-enhancing experiences. • Enjoying, playing and learning about all the energies in your life

• Learning do’s and don’ts for working with all types of energies

• Enhancing your energy awareness – expanding and trusting your intuition

• Clearing unnecessary energies to create a quiet space and a healing environment

• Transcending the belief of time and distance

• Harmonizing/linking your energy for communicating and healing anyone or anything.

• Sensing and learning how to work with subtle-love and dense-fear energies

• Understanding the two basic energies that influence everything you do

• Putting your energy-power to work for you Suggested Love Offering $95. Bring non-perishable snacks to share and a bag lunch. We will be staying on the Unity Campus throughout the entire workshop. Registration 8:30 am, workshop starts promptly at 9 am.

Seasoned as a 40-year professional intuitive/healer and internationally recognized, Jack Bernard Moon constantly constructs new concepts that enhance human consciousness. Additionally, he utilizes parapsychology, intuitive guidance, the awareness of the influence of other dimensions and the language of emotional DNA when lecturing, teaching, and doing police investigative work.

Keys to the KingdomFacilitator: Rev Helen Hornaday Tuesdays, October 28 – December 18, 7 to 9pm Location: Friendship Hall For those who are looking for a new way to flow with prosperity and the graduates of 4T who are ready and willing to stretch to the next level, this is the class for you. This course is designed for you to identify and change any limited beliefs about abundance, happi-ness, and success, building on the spiritual foundation of true abun-dance and creating a life in greater harmony with spiritual law. Are you willing to make a commitment to tithe your time, talent and

income for seven weeks, beginning with the first class? You will re-ceive a manual and CD album containing the seven lessons. These CDs are to be used during the week, not in class, and contain an affirmative prayer, visualization and exercises supporting and en-hancing the two-hour experiential weekly class. The investment for the workbook and CD album is a one time $40. Come and join us as we raise our consciousness individually and collectively. Rev. Helen Hornaday is a graduate of 4T and Keys to the Kingdom and has been teaching classes for more than 25 years. Helen’s own life and the lives of many others have shifted into abundance by practicing and enjoying these spiritual laws. It works!

Ongoing ClassesEnergy Medicine for Healthy Living Study GroupFacilitator: Melanie Smith, DOM, APFirst Tuesdays, 6:30 to 8:30 pmLocation: Sanctuary

Explore deeper realms of Energy Medicine in a practical hands-on environment. Learn to use a variety of ancient healing systems to balance your own energy. Discover your body’s miraculous design for natural self-healing. There is a deep wisdom locked into the energies that flow through your body—much like the blood that courses through your veins.

Energy Medicine allows you to tap into this wisdom. It teaches you how to work with your body’s energy to increase your everyday zest and vitality, overcome chronic health problems and enhance the simple pleasure of living in your own body. Open to everyone interested in better health. $10 per class at the door. Recommended text: Energy Medicine by Donna Eden (available in the bookstore.)

*DATES and LOCATIONS of classes may occasionally change. Please call the church at 527-2222 or Wings at 522-6657 or visit FirstUnity.org for up-to-date information.

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Nonviolent CommunicationFacilitator: Mark Thielmann2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7 to 9 pm Location: Rm #200

This group is a forum to practice reframing how we express ourselves and how we hear others, participating in an honest dialogue where everybody’s feelings and needs can be identified and met. As a practice group for individuals who have read or are reading the book Nonviolent Communication by Marshall Rosenberg, our goal is to resolve conflicts by focusing our consciousness on what we are observing, feeling, needing and requesting.

QigongFacilitator: Lisa RathgebMondays, 6 to 7 pmLocation: Rm #200

QiGong (pronounced chee-gong) is a form of martial arts for ultimate healing. It includes advanced breathing techniques and slow movements to expand your magnetic “Qi-Energy.” This Qi-Energy has a profound effect on blood circulation, longevity, strength and deep levels of awareness. On a spiritual level, it awakens your evolutionary process and deepens our God connection. It is an ancient scientific system of healing that awakens, aligns and directs the body’s own electromagnetic healing force.

Only an open mind and heart is required to experience the immense benefits of this exercise. It is important to wear comfortable clothing while doing this practice in order to allow for maximum Qi-Energy flow. QiGong shoes are nice and can be purchased from any martial arts store. A yoga mat or blanket may be required at times. Suggested Love Offering is $10 per class.

YogaFacilitator: Aria BrunsonTuesdays & Thursdays, 6:45 pmLocation: Rm #401

Are you looking for a workout program that’s easy to learn, requires little or no equipment, and soothes your soul while toning your body? If strengthening your cardiovascular system, toning and stretching your muscles, and improving your mental fitness are on your to-do list, then this ongoing yoga class is for you! Bring a mat and enjoy the benefits yoga brings to mind, body and spirit. Suggested Love Offering $10 per class.

Many classes require pre-registration, so we have made it easy for you!

Sign UP online at www.firstunity.org,in Friendship Hall or call 527-2222 x 101

Payment for classes can be made in advance at the church or at the door. Cash, check and credit cards accepted.

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Reaching Out in LoveCommUniteam is a dynamic action-oriented volunteer group representing First Unity’s outreach program. It is currently composed of eight full-time and several part-time members.

Our mission is to show spirit within through love, peace, understanding and service to our church community, state, nation and the world! Everyone is invited to participate in this team, and by becoming a regular member or a part-time member, you may help with one project or many — one day or be on our on-call list for help as needed. Any way you can get involved will be much appreciated as we continue to reach out and help those around us by offering our love and support. You can also get involved by spreading the word about our projects - attend a meeting and find out how!

If you have been looking for an opportunity to serve others where you can make a difference in the lives of individuals and communities, we invite you to participate in any way that feels right to you. We meet every second Monday from 6 to 7 pm in the Conference room.

WhAT'S nexT? helPing The hOmeleSS

In September, CommUniteam will begin a homeless outreach which will run through the end of November. Look for more details on how you can participate coming soon in Sunday bulletins and online at www.firstunity.org.

On Sunday, September 14 everyone is invited to join us for the second installment of First Unity’s “Big Give,” when we will come together and meet with all who are interested in presenting ideas and/or programs for helping the homeless. First Unity is pledging $750 for this quarter to help with any and all ideas which will raise awareness and funds to help the homeless.

cOmmUniTeAm in AcTiOnFirst meeting held February 20, 2008

❤ 1st Project - Operation Shoebox

result: Through your generous donations, we gave 150 boxes to Operation Shoebox, a nation-wide outreach effort to our troops in Iraq.

❤ 2nd Project - Great American Bake Sale

result: $2,045 was raised to help feed hungry children in our local community, as well as nationwide.

❤ 3rd Project - Christmas in July

Help A Child, Inc. program provides specialized services for children who are victims of child abuse and neglect. This project ended August 31, 2008. At the time of this writing, more than $1,000 in cash and donations has been received from the First Unity community.

An additional project this quarter will be to assist Bay Vista Elementary school by providing requested supplies.

16 | ONGOING GrOUPS

TOngoing GroupsA Course in Miracles (ACIM). Offered both morning and evenings, this group meets at 10 am on Wednesdays, or at 7 pm on Thursdays. ACIM is a modern-day expression of the demonstrations and teachings of our beloved brother Jesus. This study group reads and discusses the book, which invites us to open to a richer, deeper experience of our spiritual nature. The course focuses on forgiveness (letting go of thoughts and pictures in our minds that cause us to suffer) as the path to happiness, love and joy. Suggested Love Offering is $5 per class. Rm #300.

Al-Anon. This always-open meeting happens every Thursday from 7 to 9 pm. Rm #205.

CommUniteam. Want to help others in our church family, community and the world? Join the CommUniteam! If you are looking for a way to get involved in outreach at First Unity, come to our

meetings every second Monday from 6 to 7 pm in the Conference room.

Darshan/Meditation/Science of Spirituality. Meets at 1:30 pm on the 1st through 4th Sundays. Rm #300.

First Unity Choir. Join us in making a joyful noise! We rehearse Thursdays 7 - 9:15 pm and sing at Sunday services once a month. Contact Choir Director Garry Miller at 527-2222 x108 or choir@firstunity.org for more information. Friendship Hall/Sanctuary.

Ladies Auxiliary. Share lunch, fellowship and ideas at 11 am every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month. Everyone is welcome. Various guest speakers present monthly. Rm #301.

The Next Generation of First Unity (NGU). Our purpose is to empower ourselves through service, prayer and personal education to embrace our spiritual potential. Service to our church and community enriches the lives of all involved. Prayer and meditation help us throw off those pesky adult stresses and reconnect with our inner mystic child. And every so often we do stuff just to have fun and be with friends. We invite everyone from the ages of 18 to 35 to join us on Wednesdays at 7 pm in Rm #301.

Sober Spirits. This Alcoholics Anonymous group meets at 7:30 pm every Wednesday in Rm #200, and 10 am every Thursday in Rm #300.* No smoking, please.

* non-handicapped accessible

The following groups meet regularly at First Unity Campus. Newcomers are always welcome!

“Thank You, God, for Your unlimited abundance, which flows through Unity and creates new paths of growth for our service to the world.” Each month First Unity Church tithes to: Association of Unity Churches, Association of Unity Churches Living Curriculum, Silent Unity and Southeast Unity Ministries.

RevenuesChurch $ 353,916.43 $ 329,152.62Wings (Gross Profit) $ 80,194.17 $ 118,519.97Total Revenue $ 434,110.60 $ 447,672.59

ExpensesChurch $ 361,433.97 $ 364,987.91Wings $ 111,607.43* $ 175,420.44*Total Expenses $ 473,041.40 $ 540,408.35Net Income (Deficit) $ 38,930.80) ($ 92,735.76)

*$ 24,871.20 of total is mortgage trust principal/interest payment ($4,145.20 x 6 months) This does not reflect the liability reduction of principal payments to mortgage trust.

First Unity Campus Revenue and Expense Summary

Unity Principles in practice•

Nonviolent Communication™•

HeartMath•

PeaceGirls Program•

Holistic Empowerment Program•

Literacy & Computer Programs•

Creative Arts Program•

Character Development•

Volunteer & Support-a-Girl Opportunities •

Girls Enrichment ProgramBefore/After School Program with transportation to/from many Pinellas schools

Girls Incorporated of Pinellas7700 61st St., Pinellas Park | (727) 544-6230

A nonprofit agency serving our community since 1961www.girlsinc-pinellas.org | info@girlsinc-pinellas org

www.familybounce.com

First Unity gives a big “thumbs up” to Family Bounce for their generous donation of their time, slides, games and refreshments during our “Blue Jean Sunday” fundraiser this summer. Show them some love and hire them for your next event!

Kudos in the Community

19|CONtACt US

Sunday ScheduleServices ......................................... 9 and 11 am“Upper Room” Meditation .................10:30 am

Youth EducationNursery through age 2 ................... 9 and 11 amSunday School, ages 3 -10 .......................11 amUniteens, ages 11-13 ...............................11 am

Wednesday ScheduleSilent Unity Prayer Service ............... 12:10 pm

Prayer & Healing Service .....................6:30 pmYouth of Unity, ages 14-19 ........................7 pmNext Generation Unity, ages 18-35 ...........7 pm

Church InformationOffice Hours .......... Mon – Thurs, 9 am – 5 pmWebsite ....................................... FirstUnity.orgPhone ......................................(727) 527-2222FAX ........................................(727) 526-1277Recorded Prayer .......................(727) 525-1757

Silent Unity ..............................(816) 969-2000

Bookstore InformationWebsite ........................... WingsBookstore.com

Phone .......................................(727) 522-6657

Hours ................... Mon – Sat, 8 am – 9:30 pm

..............................................Sun, 8 am – 6 pm

Unity ChaplainsDaybree Thoms ................... chaplain@firstunity.org

Licensed Unity Teachers

First Unity Staff

rev. temple Hayes, Minister, x 106reverendtemple@firstunity.org

Connie Barrett, Office Assistant, x 100office@firstunity.org

Ami Bowen, Communications and Design, x 103newsletter@firstunity.org

dianna Collins, Administrator, x 107admin@firstunity.org

Steve Krugler, Youth and Family Ministry Director, x 109youth@firstunity.org

Helen Harvey, Hospitality and Member Services, x 110newmember@firstunity.org

rev. Helen Hornaday, Spiritual Education Director, x 101spiritualeducation@firstunity.org

Sharon Jebens, Bookstore Manager, (727) 522-6657bookstore@firstunity.org

Andrew Mayes, Webmaster, x 103 website@firstunity.org

garry Miller, Choir Director, x 108 choir@firstunity.org

Jamie norman, Audio/Visual Director, x 351av@firstunity.org

Sandy Cromp, Communications & Design assistant, x 102

laura Watts, Creative Arts & Programming Director, x 108music@firstunity.org

Barbara Zagaria, Bookkeeper, x 104 bookkeeper@firstunity.org

Board of Trustees Jim Swayne, President, board@firstunity.orgAlan Armstrong | nancy devlin | daybree Thoms | nelah parkerMark Thielmann | g. vangils | Earl Wardrum | laurie Macdonald

rev. Alan & rev. Kathryn rowbotham, Ministers Emeritus

The editorial staff has made every effort to ensure that the information in this newsletter is correct; however, we reserve the right to make changes to times, locations and teachers should the need arise. Please check our website www.firstunity.org regularly for updates about upcoming events or classes, and visit our home page to sign up to receive important emails about all of the exciting things happening here at First Unity Church.

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