| Unity Center in Asheville & Hendersonville, North Carolina |
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Schedule of Services,
Special Events, Ongoing Classes & Groups, & Concerts |
| Unity Center in Asheville & Hendersonville, North Carolina |
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Every Sunday |
Sunday
Celebration Services ~ Join us for learning,
inspiration, meditation, celebration, great music, and fellowship with
other spiritual seekers, in an atmosphere of loving acceptance. As the sign on our driveway says, "Enter to Celebrate; Exit to Serve." All are welcome! Come as you are - because you are a beautiful child of God! Nursery care during both services; Youth Education (K-12) at 11:00am service |
Special Events
Most events are open to the public & all people are welcomed.
Questions? Call the church: (828)
891-8700 or 684-3798
Click for Directions
| ~ September, 2010 ~ | |
| Wednesday, Sept 1 |
Film: "The Great Debaters"~ 7pm ~ Directed by Denzel Washington, this inspiring 2007 drama is based on a true story about the efforts of debate coach Melvin B. Tolson at historically-black Wiley College to place his team on equal footing with whites in the American South during the 1930s. The movie also explores the social milieu of Texas during the Great Depression. One key line of dialogue is a famous paraphrase of Augustine of Hippo (354-430): "An unjust law is no law at all." Love Offering. Click for directions. |
| Wednesday, Sept 8 |
Celebration
of the Labyrinth Gathering~ 7pm ~ Celebrating
the first year of our CommUnity
Labyrinth. Sam Richardson will lead a
Labyrinth Walk at 7pm .
Love
Offering. Click
for directions.
Sam Richardson studied with Stevan J. Thayer, developer of Integrated Energy Therapy (IET), and is certified as an IET Master Instructor. He has taught IET at the national Dowser’s Convention as well as several healing centers. He is a long-term dowser and labyrinth creator, creating labyrinths in states from SC to MA. |
| Thursday, Sept 9 |
Unity World Day of Prayer: "Living in
the Flow"~ Did you know that there
is an everlasting Source within all of us? It is the only place from which
lasting love, peace, harmony and joy can emerge, and when we unite in prayer,
we become expressions of God flowing forth into the world. This year's
theme, “Living in the Flow,” reminds us that the Divine is within us,
ever-present and active.
17 years ago, Unity created World Day of Prayer held the 2nd Thursday of each September, as a global effort to uplift ourselves ... our loved ones ... our world. Join Unity people from all over the world in prayer. Together we can transform the world! Come pray with us! www.worlddayofprayer.org If you have prayer requests, call 891-8700 or email unity@unitync.net. 24-Hour Prayer Vigil (Wednesday midnight until Thursday midnight) ~ Stop by Unity anytime during the 24-hour vigil to pray and be in Sacred Space with us. Be a Vigil Keeper and hold the Sacred Space for an hour during the Vigil - sign up in the lobby or call the church: 891-8700. 7pm: Prayer Service, led by Rev. Chad O'Shea. A time to pray and to experience being In the Flow. Love Offering. |
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Sunday, Sept 12 |
Y.O.U. Spaghetti Dinner ~ 12:45pm ~ Enjoy a delicious spaghetti dinner, while you support our hard-working teens as they earn money to go to regional rallies! What a tasty way to express your love and caring! Be served by a teenager... or take-out will be available. |
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Monday, Sept 13 2nd Mondays |
The Grace & Magic Of Gratitude
~ 7pm (2nd
Mondays:- Sept 13, Oct 11, Nov 8, Dec 13) Experience the Grace and Magic Of GRATITUDE. Come and explore simple, easy ways to Live
in a continuous state of GRATITUDE And then Watch the magic begin!
This experiential class will help you cultivate the conscious recognition of the grace in our lives and the gratitude that grows from that recognition. Open enrollment: join us whenever you can. Love Offering. Questions? Call Joyce B.: 505-0161 |
| Tues-Fri, Sept 14-17 | UMMAS Retreat at Kanuga Conference Center, Hendersonville. Public is invited! Keynote speaker: Mary Manin Morrissey. This Retreat full of music, meditation, classes led by regional Unity Ministers, talent show, labyrinth walks, tai chi classes and so much more. Join Unity people from all over NC, SC, GA, TN, and beyond. Stay on site, or come as a commuter. Full Details: www.ummas.org/Retreat.html Commuters: $65/day or $175 for the whole thing, includes lunch & dinner if you pre-register: (828) 891-8700 |
| Tuesday, Sept 14
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Truth on Tap - Avl ~
6pm
at The Thirsty Monk in downtown Asheville -
2nd Tuesdays. Join Unity Center at The Thirsty Monk (92 Patton
Avenue, corner of Coxe Ave) in downtown Asheville for a "pub chat" on matters
spiritual and otherwise. The event is a great way to socialize with Unitics and
local folks as we explore the twists and turns of our spiritual paths. Come
on out and enjoy the rich experience of sharing in the lively tradition of a pub discussion.
"Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy." -Benjamin Franklin 
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| Wednesday, Sept 15 |
Zero Point Field Energy Healing~ 7pm ~ with Rev. Pam Hurst. Ground breaking technology for healing your body! 25 years of research in Asia has produced products which hold and resonate zero-point energy. You will be able to experience this personally. Reduces pain with 3-15 minutes for most people. For info contact Pam Hurst 828-891-3255 or p_hurst@bellsouth.net Love Offering: $10 Suggested. Click for directions. |
| Sunday, Sept 19 | Friendship Potluck~ 12:45 pm ~ for Unity folks to meet other Unitics (especially newcomers!) Come share some time with us! Bring food to share (6-8 servings of a main dish, salad, or dessert). |
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Tuesday, NEW: 12 week class: Sept 21 thru Dec 7, 2010 |
4T Prosperity Program!
~ 7-8 pm ~ Transform your life! Developed by
Rev. Stretton Smith, the
4T Prosperity Program for embracing your
prosperity is popular in Unity churches throughout the world. The
4T Program is a course in commitment that demonstrates the power of a
12-week commitment (making a Contract with God) to Tithe your Time, Talent, and Treasure
to the source of your spiritual nourishment. Students can expect a
renewal of mind and a changed consciousness. For over 20 years, over 100,000 students can attest that this program is life changing.
Cost: $54 for Workbook and Album of 12 Audiotapes. (A spouse/partner pays only $20 for the workbook when one partner purchases the full set at $54) For the 12 weeks, each Participant commits to tithe: Time (attend church services and this class and meditate daily); Talent (do volunteer work for the church or other organization); and Treasure: (tithe 10% of income to the church for the 12 weeks). This course has a Money-back guarantee! If you do not see positive results in your life, your tithes will be refunded. Facilitator: Evan Williams. Offered yearly - spring or fall. |
| Wednesday, Sept 22 |
Intro to Women's Spiritual Journeys~ 7pm ~
with Lisa Garrett. For women only, please. Do you ever wonder about your pre-history? We may have images of the brutish cavemen
and the heroes/hunters of great mammoths etc. in our eyes and imaginations.
From these images, may come potential beliefs that we have always been a
part of a lineage of war, conquest and power-over. However, there is
much archeological evidence that reveals millennia when civilized ancient
European partnership societies of Female-honoring, peaceful Goddess cultures
thrived! This workshop will serve as an introduction
to the Women's Spiritual Journeys class - a weekly series of classes in which you will learn more about this
time of our pre-history as well as the re-emergence of women-centered
spirituality and your place in it.
Lisa says of her Sept 22 gathering, "our time together will be in Circle, a sacred container. I will introduce myself and the curriculum of the Women's Spiritual Journeys class, as well as the larger context of Asheville's oldest source for women's and Goddess spirituality classes and rituals: 'A Year and a Day Sacred Mystery School for Women' for which this particular class is the pre-requisite. There will be a beautiful center altar around which we will all have an opportunity that evening to 'speak our hearts' into sacredness." Love Offering. Click for directions. Lisa Garrett is an activist for women and has been involved with OurVoice, Helpmate and Interlace here in Asheville. Her background is varied and unique. She graduated from "A Year and a Day Sacred Mystery School for Women" in 2005 and has been actively involved with the school since 1997. She has Masters degrees in both Teaching and Somatic Psychology. Weaving her skills together since 2003, she has guided women (and girls) through circles that focus on recognizing and healing the present and generational wounding of our spirits and bodies. She is an ordained Priestess of Dianic and Goddess traditions. |
| Tuesday, Sept 28
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Truth on Tap - Hvl ~
6pm,
at Mezzaluna
in Hendersonville - 4th
Tuesdays. Join Rev. Chad O'Shea and Unity Center at Mezzaluna (226 N.
Main St in downtown Hendersonville) for a "pub chat" on matters
spiritual and otherwise.
The event is a great way to socialize with Unitics and
local folks as we explore the twists and turns of our spiritual paths. Come
on out and enjoy the rich experience of sharing in
the lively tradition of a pub discussion.
"Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy." -Benjamin Franklin
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| Wednesday, Sept 29
|
Labyrinth Walk~ 7pm ~ with Sam
Richardson. Walk a 5-Path Labyrinth and discover the healing,
magical power of this ancient energy pattern, placed on the ground for
people to walk. Labyrinths are used for healing, introspection,
meditating, prayer, pilgrimage, and transformation. Outside on the CommUnity Labyrinth (if the
weather does not cooperate, a temporary
labyrinth will be set up inside Unity.) Love
Offering. Click
for directions.
Sam Richardson studied with Stevan J. Thayer, developer of Integrated Energy Therapy (IET), and is certified as an IET Master Instructor. He has taught IET at the national Dowser’s Convention as well as several healing centers. He is a long-term dowser and labyrinth creator, creating labyrinths in states from SC to MA. |
| Thursday, Sept 30
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Unity Golf Outing ~ Have fun with other Unity golfers at Broadmoor Golf Club. This will be a Captain's Choice tournament for all female and male golfers from Unity, with 5 tee times, starting at 10:00 am. Golf enthusiasts of all golfing skill levels are encouraged to play in this social and fun oriented team event. Sign up to join the fun: e-mail Bill Jonsen or call Bill or Phyllis at 692-4381. Please include your handicap index or your average score for 18 holes of golf. |
| ~ October, 2010 ~ | |
| Wednesday, Oct 6 |
Blessing of the Animals ~
6:30pm. In the tradition of St. Francis, along with
other world religions who teach us to care for animals, Rev. Chad O'Shea will
hold a service to bless each animal brought to the church (outdoors, weather permitting).
All well-behaved humans and their animal companions are welcome. (If
your animal is too large, you may bring a photograph to be blessed.) Love
Offering. Click
for directions.
The tradition of holding this service is traced back to St. Francis of Assisi (his feast day is on October 4), who preached to the birds, cared for wolves and hens, blessed fish, and used real animals when he created the very first, live Christmas nativity scene. There are also roots in other religions. Several Torah laws mandate the compassionate treatment of animals including an obligation to "take care of one's household animals and to treat them well." The Jewish blessing ceremony is often performed on the 7th day of Passover (in spring), celebrating the Hebrews' (and their animals') emancipation from slavery in Egypt over 3,000 years ago. In the Hindu religion, animals that are kept as pets are "to be cared for particularly well." Under Buddhism, animals, as well as humans, have the potential for 'attaining enlightenment.' And in the Qur'an, the followers of Islam are taught 'that the bond between man and nature is inseparable.' |
| Friday & Saturday Oct 8 & 9 |
Don't miss this concert by a popular community chorus of 70 women in the Asheville area! Their concert features music from around the world (including women composers from our own backyard), celebrating women's lives: empowerment, spirituality, the Earth, healing, and humor. Womansong proclaims our unity and honors cultural diversity in song. Accompanied by a variety of instruments - piano, drums & percussion, guitars, bass, fiddle, flute, ukeleles, balafon, harmonium... a Womansong concert often contains props, surprises, and fun! Founded in 1986 and open to all women who love to sing, Womansong:
Both nights last
year were Standing Room Only - get tickets early!
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| Wednesday, Oct 13 |
Art of Living for Lightworkers in the
Aquarian Age
~ 7pm ~ with Darla Cody. We are being bombarded with earth changes, catastrophic
events, extreme weather, and
changes in political & economic
structures. Many are asking why so many things are happening and what it
means to human beings. Darla Cody will be discussing events she forsees; and how they may effect humanity
including ascension, cosmic energy, cycles, the new race coming, changes in our physical bodies, and the role Ascended Masters.
Darla communicates with the Ascended Masters of the Great White Brotherhood, who are returning to help humanity now, and in the future. Events seem pivotal as Planet Earth moves into the Aquarian Age. "Our world is ready for the Lightworkers to step forward and be of service," says Darla. "This is a time of transition, which will bring us closer to the Golden Age."
Darla Cody began her spiritual journey in 1991 when she experienced a near death experience. She began searching for spiritual truth and knowledge, and traveled to many countries. While traveling, she studied the different world religions, which led her to new spiritual discoveries. While studying the Eastern teachings, she began communicating with her guides and angels. During a trip to the Himalayas, she experienced spiritual revelations, and came into contact with the Ascended Masters of the Great White Brotherhood. She works with energies she calls Djwhal Khul, St. Germain, Lord Maitreya, and Archangel Michael. Darla sees herself as a messenger for the Great White Brotherhood and is here to relay messages about the days ahead. She has just published a book titled “Art of Living for Lightworkers in the Aquarian Age.” For Information: darla_ramsey@yahoo.com Presentation, plus book-signing. Love Offering. Click for directions. |
| Thurs, Fri, Sat, Oct 14-16 | Pictorial Directory Photo Sessions ~ by appointment only. Bring your lovely self and your family to have a professional photo taken by Olan Mills. You will receive a free 8x10 photo (and the opportunity to buy more - but there is NO obligation to buy!), and a free copy of our 2010 Pictorial Directory when it is published. (If you can't do a photo session, you can submit a photo to be included in the Directory.) Call the church to make an appointment: 891-8700 |
| Sunday, Oct 17 | Friendship Potluck~ 12:45 pm ~ for Unity folks to meet other Unitics (especially newcomers!) Come share some time with us! Bring food to share (6-8 servings of a main dish, salad, or dessert). |
| Wednesday, Oct 20
| Awakening Heaven: Seven Sacred Lights of
Aramaic Yeshua ~ 7-9pm. Dale Allen Hoffman focuses on seven core truths, or sacred lights, from the original Aramaic
teachings of Yeshua. His invocation and group intonations of the teachings of
Yeshua brings their blessings through, in the Aramaic in which they were first
spoken and then expands them through clear interpretations in English.
Participants will then be invited into a healing prayer circle with the intent
of awakening energies, sitting or lying down, and further insights into the
higher gifts being received. Gently guided conscious breathing allows the
sacred moment to sink deep within. Love Offering: $25 suggested. Click
for directions.
Dale Allen Hoffman is an "eternal student of the Aramaic teachings of Yeshua (Jesus) and a 15-year teacher of spiritual insights from the ancient Aramaic language and culture. He has been a featured writer and guest for several publications and radio programs and is the Director of the international Aramaic Healing Circle. In its original form Dale's Asheville, North Carolina Aramaic Healing Circles had attendees traveling for hours from several neighboring states week after week to learn and apply the transformative insights from this ancient culture. In the words of one regular participant, “The healing energy that Dale brings through with his Aramaic work is absolutely astounding”. Through little more than word of mouth promotion from participants, the Asheville Aramaic Healing Circle continued to consistently break its attendance records weekly with standing-room-only crowds, leading right up to its final bow in late April of 2008. Dale shut down the weekly Asheville Aramaic Healing Circle so that he could better focus on the next level of getting this work out to the world. Dale is also a member of The Guild of Spiritual Mentors. daleallenhoffman.com |
| Wednesday, Oct 27 | The
Missing Link to Alcohol Recovery ~ 7pm ~ with Rev. Suka Chapel. The current national alcohol recovery
rate is 18.2% but there are recovery models that have long term recovery rates
of 75% to 80%. Why are these treatment models successful and what can we learn
from them? What is the underlying cause of relapse and how can it be
prevented?
Bill Wilson, one of the founders of AA, discovered the missing link to recovery and devoted the end of his life to teaching others. Now we have thirty years of successful research that is making a change in the way alcoholism is viewed. This informational talk and discussion is open to everyone. Presented by Suka Chapel, PhD, RN. Suka the Director of ARISE Alcohol Recovery, LLC. She has 35 years experience in the fields of wellness, mental health, criminal justice and substance abuse. Suka is also an ordained minister, hospital chaplain, and national speaker. For information call: 828-890-8193. Love Offering. Click for directions. |
| ~ November, 2010 ~ | |||||||
| Wednesday, Nov 3 | Film: "Home, a Stunning Visual Portrayal of Earth"~ 7pm ~ Internationally renowned photographer Yann Arthus-Bertrand makes his feature directorial debut with this environmentally conscious documentary produced by Luc Besson and narrated by Glen Close. Shot in 54 countries and 120 locations over 217 days, Home presents the many wonders of planet Earth from an entirely aerial perspective. As such, we are afforded the unique opportunity to witness our changing environment from an entirely new vantage point. In our 200,000 years on Earth, humanity has hopelessly upset Mother Nature's delicate balance. Some experts claim that we have less than ten years to change our patterns of consumption and reverse the trend before the damage is irreversible. Produced to inspire action and encourage thoughtful debate. Home poses the prospect that unless we act quickly, we risk losing the only home we may ever have. Running time is 118 minutes. Love Offering. Click for directions. | ||||||
| Sunday, Nov 7 |
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| Monday, Nov 8 |
New Member Orientation ~ 7pm ~ Would you like to become an official, voting member of our Unity church? Our next Membership Sunday will be May 16, with a New Member Orientation on Monday, May 10 at 7:00 pm (a time to ask questions and learn about Unity). Fill out a blue Membership Application Card (on the counter by the Prayer Box). To become a member you must have a sincere desire to practice spiritual principles and to support this Unity Center. | ||||||
| Wednesday, Nov 10 | Healers' Night~ 7pm ~ Come enjoy a potpourri of mini-sessions offered by several of Unity's Healers. The evening may include Massages, EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques); Myofascial Trigger Point Therapy; Reiki Sessions; Omega Bodywork; Therapeutic Touch, a Molecule Enhancer machine, or other treatments. Facilitator: Sue Moll: (828) 650.9411. Healers: contact Sue to offer your healing service! Love Offering to Unity. Click for directions. | ||||||
| Sunday, Nov 14 | New Member Sunday~ New members join at 11am service. | ||||||
| Wednesday, Nov 17 | Soul Series~ 7pm ~ with Rev. Pam Hurst. Love Offering. Click for directions. | ||||||
| Sunday, Nov 21 | Friendship Potluck~ 12:45 pm ~ for Unity folks to meet other Unitics (especially newcomers!) Come share some time with us! Bring food to share (6-8 servings of a main dish, salad, or dessert). | ||||||
| Wednesday, Nov 24 |
Thanksgiving Eve Service ~ 7:30pm. Thanksgiving is more than feasting and
football! Get in touch with the true meaning of Thanksgiving. Join us for this
Communion Service (all are welcome), celebrating our gratitude for our many
blessings in words and music. Love Offering. Childcare provided.
The Service will be followed by a Dessert Potluck: food & fellowship with your Unity friends. Bring a dessert or snack to share. Click for directions. "Awake at dawn with a winged heart and give thanks for another day of loving." ~ Kahlil Gibran | ||||||
| Thursday, Nov 25 | Thanksgiving Day Feast ~ 1:00pm. Join your Unity family for a Thanksgiving Day feast. Please sign up or call to make a reservation & tell us what favorite food you will bring to share! (If you don't cook, you can bring $5 each.) To volunteer to help: call the church or Nancy Glowacki. | ||||||
| Saturday, Nov 27 | Seniors Decorating Breakfast ~ 9am-noon. Have breakfast together, then we'll deck the halls and walls to decorate for Christmas. Facilitator: Nancy G. | ||||||
| Sunday, Nov 28 | First Sunday of Advent
Bring stuffed animals for Teddy Bear Christmas. Give your love for Christmas... |
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| ~ December, 2010 ~ | |||
| Wednesday, Dec 1 | Soul Series~ 7pm ~ Love Offering. Click for directions. | ||
| Wednesday, Dec 8 | Soul Series~ 7pm ~ Love Offering. Click for directions. | ||
| Wednesday, Dec 15 | Soul Series~ 7pm ~ Love Offering. Click for directions. | ||
| Sunday, Dec 19 |
Christmas Pageant & Potluck~ Potluck at 12:45 pm ~ Bring food to share (6-8 servings of a main dish, salad, or dessert). Then watch our tremendously talented and cute Unity children perform their Christmas Pageant (about 1:30) | ||
| Wednesday, Dec 22 | Satsang with Chad~ 7pm ~ Relax into deep peace with a guided Meditation, a bit of discourse, then participate in a discussion on whatever topics ask to be addressed. Love Offering. Click for directions. | ||
| Friday, Dec 24 |
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| Wednesday, Dec 29
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Labyrinth Walk~ 7pm ~ with Sam
Richardson. Walk a 5-Path Labyrinth and discover the healing,
magical power of this ancient energy pattern, placed on the ground for
people to walk. Labyrinths are used for healing, introspection,
meditating, prayer, pilgrimage, and transformation. A temporary
labyrinth will be set up inside Unity. Love
Offering. Click
for directions.
Sam Richardson studied with Stevan J. Thayer, developer of Integrated Energy Therapy (IET), and is certified as an IET Master Instructor. He has taught IET at the national Dowser’s Convention as well as several healing centers. He is a long-term dowser and labyrinth creator, creating labyrinths in states from SC to MA. |
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| Friday, Dec 31 | New Year's Eve at Unity
As the year 2010 completes its cycle and the
year 2011 is born... we let go of false beliefs and illusions that do not
serve our highest purpose, and open the way for new, fresh insights &
inspiration. Prepare for the flowering of your reborn self; release unwanted
& limiting patterns such as fear, anger, guilt, and unforgiveness, thereby
creating space for new blessings.
In word & song, we remember the past year and those who passed away. In a purification process symbolized by fire, we meditate to discover what we'd like to release, write it down and release it to the burning bowl, where fire takes them away. Start the new year with this freeing & moving experience to open the door for the unfolding of a new you!
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| ~ January, 2011 ~ | |||
| Wednesday, Jan 5 | Soul Series~ 7pm ~ . Love Offering. Click for directions. | ||
| Sunday, Jan 16 |
Martin Luther King Sunday | ||
| Sunday, Jan 16 |
Friendship Potluck~ 12:45 pm ~ for Unity folks to meet other Unitics (especially newcomers!) Come share some time with us! Bring food to share (6-8 servings of a main dish, salad, or dessert). | ||
| ~ February, 2011 ~ | |||
| Sunday, Feb 13 |
Valentine Sunday~ Wear pink or red and think love! | ||
| Sunday, Feb 20 |
Friendship Potluck~ 12:45 pm ~ for Unity folks to meet other Unitics (especially newcomers!) Come share some time with us! Bring food to share (6-8 servings of a main dish, salad, or dessert). | ||
| ~ March, 2011 ~ | |||
| Wednesday, March 9 |
What is Lent? ~ 7pm with
Rev. Chad O'Shea. March 9th is Ash Wednesday, the start of Lent, the 40 days of preparation before Easter. The 40 days represent the time
Jesus spent in the desert, fasting and enduring temptation. Traditionally, Lent is observed by fasting, both from foods and
festivities, and by other acts of self-denial and repentance. The three traditional practices to be taken up with renewed vigor during Lent are
prayer (justice towards God), fasting (justice towards self), and charitable giving (justice towards neighbor). |
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| Sunday, March 20 |
Friendship Potluck~ 12:45 pm ~ for Unity folks to meet other Unitics (especially newcomers!) Come share some time with us! Bring food to share (6-8 servings of a main dish, salad, or dessert). | ||
| ~ April, 2011 ~ | |||
| Friday, April 8: 7:30pm & Saturday, April 9: 2pm |
Concert: Unity Plays Broadway ~ tentative dates! | ||
| Sunday, April 17 |
Palm Sunday ~ Commemorating Jesus' entry into Jerusalem, and the beginning of the momentous events of Passion Week. | ||
| Sunday, April 17 |
Nicaraguan Crafts Sale - Sarah Junkin Woodard will be back from the Center for Development in Central America, with info about sustainable development in Nicaragua. Proceeds from the sale of these beautiful Nicaraguan Crafts supports CDCA's projects to help communities become self-sufficient, sustainable entities with health care, education, appropriate technology, and organic agriculture. In the lobby, 9am-2pm. | ||
| Sunday, April 17 |
Friendship Potluck~ 12:45 pm ~ for Unity folks to meet other Unitics (especially newcomers!) Come share some time with us! Bring food to share (6-8 servings of a main dish, salad, or dessert). | ||
| Friday, April 22 |
Good Friday Service ~7:30pm. Communion, Betrayal, Forgiveness. How do we love Him? Come & walk with the Master Jesus in the last week of His life. Experience this deeply meaningful service of remembrance in word & song. All are welcome. Childcare provided. Love Offering. Click for directions. | ||
| Sunday, April 24
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Easter Sunday ~Celebrate the renewal of life and the joyous
message of Jesus' Resurrection: of rebirth, renewal, permanence, abundance, and faith, as we roll away the stones of ignorance and fear, and let the Christ be born anew in each of our hearts.
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| ~ May, 2011 ~ | |||
| Sunday, May 1 | Earth Day Sunday~ Celebrating Mother Earth | ||
| Monday, May 9 |
New Member Orientation ~ 7pm ~ Would you like to become an official, voting member of our Unity church? Our next Membership Sunday will be May 16, with a New Member Orientation on Monday, May 10 at 7:00 pm (a time to ask questions and learn about Unity). Fill out a blue Membership Application Card (on the counter by the Prayer Box). To become a member you must have a sincere desire to practice spiritual principles and to support this Unity Center. | ||
| Sunday, May 15 | New Member Sunday~ New members join at 11am service. | ||
| Sunday, May 15 | Annual Meeting~ right after 11 am service, about 12:45. Plan to attend the annual meeting of the congregation - a quorum is required to conduct the business of the church. We will review the past year, look ahead, and elect new Board members and a Nominating Team member. All are invited to attend - only official Members may vote. A lunch will be served to all who attend. Please sign up on the clipboards or call the church. | ||
| Sunday | Love In Action Celebration ~ Enjoy a show celebrating our wonderful volunteers at both Sunday services (9:30 & 11 am). Roasting & toasting by the Cast & The Unitic Band. We'll name our Volunteers of the Year. Bring a snack to share for a reception after the 11:00 service. | ||
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~ Ongoing ~
Events, Classes, Groups | |
| Sundays: | |
| 9:30-10:30 am | Adult Discussion Group ~ to share, inspire, and discover who you truly are through discussions on subjects relating to the mind, body and spirit. Explore topics such as self-empowerment, self healing, Metaphysics and much more. Upcoming topics are Spiritual Beings, discussion on your favorite book, and tools and techniques of healing. Come join us to add your energy, ideas and enthusiasm as we share and grow together. Now studying: Lessons in Truth by Emilie Cady - this book is one of the foundations of Unity principles. Facilitators: Margaret & Emil K. & Linda B. |
| 9:30 am & 11:00 am | Sunday Celebration Services (Nursery care available at both services) ~ As the sign on the driveway says, "Enter to Celebrate; Exit to Serve." Join us for learning, inspiration, meditation, celebration, great music, and fellowship with other spiritual seekers, in an atmosphere of loving acceptance. All are welcome! Come as you are - because you are a beautiful child of God! |
| 11:00 am | Y.E.S. ~ Youth Expressing Spirituality (Youth Education) ~ classes for Infants & Toddlers, Primary Grades (ages 3-10), Uniteens (age 11-13), Y.O.U. (high school) |
| 12:45 pm | Friendship Potluck (usually 3rd Sundays) ~ for Unity folks to meet other Unitics (especially newcomers!) Bring food and beverage to share. Facilitators: Margaret & Emil K., Di S. |
| 1:00 pm | Youth Education Teachers' Meeting (last Sunday of the month) |
| 3:30pm | Sathya Sai Baba Devotional & Study Group (1st & 3rd Sundays) ~ Contact: Jennifer or Krishna |
| Monday-Friday: | |
| Unity Center Office & Bookstore are open from about 10:00am until 4pm, often longer... Call us first to make sure! (828) 684-3798 or 891-8700 | |
| Mondays: | |
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7-9 pm |
A Course in Miracles Group- with
Pam Hurst. The curriculum the Course
proposes is carefully conceived and is explained, step-by-step, at both
the theoretical and practical levels. Emphasizing application rather
than theory, and experience rather than theology, it states, "a
universal theology is impossible, but a universal experience is not
only possible but necessary" (manual, p77). Although
Christian in statement, the Course deals with universal spiritual
themes. It emphasizes that it is but one version of the universal
curriculum. There are many others, this one differing from them only in
form. They all lead to God in the end. (T, ix)
Pam states "although we are studying ACIM, it is the
application of it in your life that is important. This isn't mastering
the information, it is mastering your life in order you do have the
peace that passes all understanding. I call it the master course in
forgiveness and the one we need to forgive the most is ourselves." All
new and reviewing students are welcome. It is not necessary that you
commit to every week. Love Offering: $10
Suggested. Click
for directions. Rev. Pam Hurst is an Interfaith Minister who has taught ACIM for many years. She is also a National Certified Quantum Touch Instructor and Practitioner. Pam: (828) 400-7898 |
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7-8 pm
2nd Mondays |
The Grace & Magic Of Gratitude (2nd
Mondays: Sept 13, Oct 11, Nov 8, Dec 13) Experience the Grace and Magic Of GRATITUDE. Come and explore simple, easy ways to Live
in a continuous state of GRATITUDE And then Watch the magic begin!
This experiential class will help you cultivate the conscious recognition of the grace in our lives and the gratitude that grows from that recognition. Open enrollment: join us whenever you can. Love Offering. Questions? Call Joyce B.: 505-0161 |
| 7 -9 pm 3rd Mondays |
WNC Knitters & Crocheters For Others (3rd Mondays) All are welcome to join us any month as we create beautiful and functional items for more than 30 charitable organizations in the area. We are volunteers who donate our own materials and time. Organizer: Romella |
| Tuesdays: | |
| 2:30-4:30pm | Study Group on The Search for God, Book I and Book II
~ A group for the study, meditation, and application of learning how to love, based on Edgar Cayce. Meetings
begin & end with prayer, and include: 1. Study & reflection on the content of the lesson - an understanding of spiritual
law, of universal law, and of basic premises from which to reason. 2. Meditation which is quickened & focused by the use of an
affirmation related to the lesson. 3. The setting of the intent - a statement and commitment to make the insights gained applicable in a
very specific way in the personal life of the individual during the ensuing week.
In 1931 a few people asked Edgar Cayce to give them readings about spiritual development. He provided over 131 such readings, and told them, if they wanted to benefit from the information, it would necessary to learn to apply the information given in their daily lives. Through the readings and the experiences of the study group participants, two books, A Search for God, book I & book II, became the textbooks for others to use in their own quest for spiritual growth. There are only 24 lessons in the books, but it takes about 2 years to study the material in both
books. Groups are kept small (6 to 12) so that everyone can be an active participant. Everyone takes a turn as weekly leader. The small
size of the group promotes motivation through the support of others based on consistency, persistency, interest, and encouragement by being
involved in the same activities. In a group we learn by sharing viewpoints and experiences. Stability and balance is brought to our
thoughts and actions through the discussion, sharing, and study of the material. Through weekly exercises of application of principals
provided by the material, we hope to gain greater spiritual principles in our daily lives so as not to lose sight of our purpose. The study is
serious, but we laugh at ourselves when we need to. |
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7-8pm NEW: 12 week class: Sept 21 thru Dec 7, 2010 |
4T Prosperity Program!
~ 7-8 pm ~ Transform your life! Developed by
Rev. Stretton Smith, the
4T Prosperity Program for embracing your
prosperity is popular in Unity churches throughout the world. The
4T Program is a course in commitment that demonstrates the power of a
12-week commitment (making a Contract with God) to Tithe your Time, Talent, and Treasure
to the source of your spiritual nourishment. Students can expect a
renewal of mind and a changed consciousness. For over 20 years, over 100,000 students can attest that this program is life changing.
Cost: $54 for Workbook and Album of 12 Audiotapes. (A spouse/partner pays only $20 for the workbook when one partner purchases the full set at $54) For the 12 weeks, each Participant commits to tithe: Time (attend church services and this class and meditate daily); Talent (do volunteer work for the church or other organization); and Treasure: (tithe 10% of income to the church for the 12 weeks). This course has a Money-back guarantee! If you do not see positive results in your life, your tithes will be refunded. Facilitator: Evan Williams. Offered yearly - spring or fall. |
| 6pm
2nd and 4th Tuesdays
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Truth on Tap ~ Join Unity Center and Rev. Chad O’Shea for
a "pub chat" - a lively dialogue on matters spiritual and
otherwise. This is a great way to socialize with Unitics and to reach out to
local folks as we explore together the twists and turns of our spiritual
paths and move further down the road toward maintaining peace and joy in
every moment and situation.
Come on out and enjoy the rich experience of sharing in the tradition of a pub discussion. (Both locations offer a wide selection of craft beers and a food service menu.) Love Offering. 2nd Tuesdays: at The Thirsty Monk, 92 Patton Ave (at
Coxe Ave) in downtown Asheville |
| 7:30 pm | Men's Group ~ an opportunity for men to share openly and honestly what is actually going on in their lives. Love Offering. Facilitator: Larry A. |
| Wednesdays: | |
| 7-8:30 pm | Soul Series
- a variety of topics presented by special guests or Rev. Chad O'Shea.
With Rev. Chad: Mellowing Your Drama: Explore a deeper way of looking at life and what you perceive as your stress... at any of the times you label challenging. Your reality is a do-it-yourself project. A bit of discourse, some discussion, maybe neckrubs or a chant, and a time of meditation together... the format is an outgrowth of the energy that is brought to the circle that evening. Love Offering. Click for directions. |
| Thursdays: | |
| 7-9 pm | Meditation, Movement,
Energywork and Breath Series with Tim Norwood. Ongoing
experiential class. The first hour will generally focus on movement as
meditation, pulling from yoga, chi gong, huna (hawaiian) traditions and
the Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh dynamic meditations. The second hour will
focus on working with the inner realms of consciousness including the
ascended masters, angels, guides, earth's devic kingdom, and each
person's divine light or God presence within.
The first hour will be physical: dress in loose, comfortable clothing and bring:
a wrap or extra tee shirt if you tend to sweat a lot, a liter bottle of
water, yoga mat and meditation pillow/cushion (or you can use a chair instead ) |
| 7:00 pm | Rehearsals: The Unitic Band & guest musicians |
| Fridays: | |
| certain dates | Feed The Kids Coalition ~ Unity team of volunteers who plan, cook, transport and serve dinner to 180-200 kids-in-need on designated Fridays. Food is cooked at the Unity kitchen, transported and served at 4:30 pm at the Hendersonville Boys & Girls Club. Dates in 2010: May 28, July 2, Aug. 13, Sept. 24, Oct. 29. For more info or to volunteer, please contact Geri C: 697-4213. |
| 7:30 pm - certain dates | Unity Concert Series |
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