Find News, Weekly and Special Events below!
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Sunday Worship Services
9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.
Music Director Oman Ken
Youth Education Classes at the 11:00 service
(Children meet in Upper Friendship Hall. Please bring your children over around 10:45 a.m. to sign them in with our teacher.)
Unity of Sedona's Pilgrimage to Unity Village - this Fall, 2008! Please see the Special Events link (upper left of this page) for full details.
Church Notices:
The Sunday Services are available on CD! CD’s are $7.00 if picked-up and $8.00 if mailed to you and are now available right after Sunday services!
Unity Women’s Spring Retreat - June 7th
Claiming a Women’s Community 
for Unity of Sedona
Get one this Sunday in the foyer or download here: Women's Retreat Registration Form!
Let’s build the Community of the Divine Feminine Connection at Unity of Sedona! Our one-day retreat will be held at Living Water Retreat Center in Cornville (www.livingwaterretreatcenter.com). Contact Jeanine Diaz at jdiazms@yahoo.com, Diane Daniel at dianedaniel@yahoo.com or Diane Lukich at dlukich@wlgore.com for further details.
Classes/Workshops
(Ongoing classes listed below At Unity this Week)
NEW Course in Miracles Meeting
Friday Mornings, 10:00-11:30am in Friendship Hall
We joyfully announce a second ACIM meeting! Add your joy to ours as we celebrate the miracles in our lives. Join us at one session or both -- Mondays at 7:00pm and Fridays at 10:00am! Facilitated by Joan Harrington, 928-649-1487, jcharrington9@msn.com
Hawkins Study Group
Alternating Thursdays 6:30pm in the Sanctuary
Next Meets– May 1st, 15th and 29th
Suggested criteria for attendance is to have read at least one book by Dr. David Hawkins and attended one lecture. Love offering basis.
Events
Oneness Blessing of Deeksha
with Candace McKena Caldwell, Ginny Viol, Kerry Chinn and others
Monday Evenings
7:00 – 8:30 pm (Sanctuary)
Love Offering - no one turned away
Oneness Blessing or “Deeksha” is a transfer of Divine Energy for Awakening to Oneness, letting Divine Grace and Love into your life and experiencing the Flowering of your Heart. This transmission of energy affects the activity of the brain, causing a significant neurobiological change by quieting the parietal lobes and activating the frontal lobes. It can bring about a change in the perception and experience of life.
A donation of $10 is requested, however, no one will be turned away. There are chairs for sitting. If you wish, bring a blanket and pillow for lying in shavasana after the Blessing.
Gratitude Now – A Circle of Support
Every Saturday Morning
8:00-9:00am in the
Sanctuary
In accord with our ever-deepening experience of Gratitude as the fulfillment of Creative Law, Rev. Mark Pope is initiating an ongoing Sacred Circle for the purpose of supporting those who wish to experience greater and greater gratitude. Please understand, this is not a gathering for the expression of personal issues, problems, or concerns. This circle is devoted to holding the frequency of thanksgiving through sharing our experiences of increasing good.
Once Again, the Unity Talent Show is coming up! On Friday, June 20th !
Auditions will be held Thursday, May 22nd starting at 4:30pm!
And YOU are invited to participate!
So think of a song, a skit, a joke or a dance you might want to share with our community! Consider rock, Broadway, folk, or spiritual…performing on your own or with an ensemble! You might prepare your own song, story, or dance; or you might participate in one we have chosen. Perhaps display your art as well! This is a night for risking and reveling…so go for it! We hope you will start considering how YOU might like to participate! Watch for more detailed information and the audition sign up sheet!
Proceeds from the Unity Talent Show go to support the Chaplains’ Training. Thank you for the blessings of your loving participation and support!
Transformation through Forgiveness
with Brenda Adelman and Lori Rubenstein
Thursday, May 8th
6:00-9:00pm
in the Sanctuary
$36 Donation
The peace for which your soul longs is in your reach! If you are carrying around hurt, anger or resentment, this is the time to let it go. In a safe environment, let these two forgiveness coaches guide you to release these emotions. Remember, the gift of forgiveness is all about your own happiness; it is not about condoning the other person’s behavior.
Brenda Adelman's experience is steeped in the creative arts and psychology and Lori Rubenstein comes from a legal, logic-based world. Brenda's journey to find peace and joy again began 12 years ago when her father shot and killed her mother and within months married her aunt. She is an award-winning actress and leads workshops, holds teleclasses on 'Setting Healthy Boundaries' and has a private forgiveness coaching practice. She holds a Master's degree in Spiritual Psychology from The University of Santa Monica and is a trained prayer chaplain. To find out more go to www.forgivenessandfreedom.com.
Lori Rubenstein has 18 years experience as a divorce attorney and mediator and is a life coach. She has written a book to move people from pain to joy after divorce - "Transcending Divorce: A Guide for Personal Growth and Transformation" and she co-authored the best seller, "Wake Up...Live the Life You Love." Lori is the host of Sedona Talk Radio's newest show, Journeys from the Heart:...Embracing the Path Back to Love, which airs on internet radio every Wednesday morning at 8:00 am on www.sedonatalkradio.com. She conducts workshops, seminars, teleclasses and retreats. Please visit her web-sites at www.daretotranscend.com & www.transcendingdivorce.com.
Immortality and Spiritual Purification
with Leonard Orr, Founder of Rebirthing
Breathwork
Friday, May 9th, 6:30-8:30pm in the Sanctuary
$12 Suggested Donation (no one turned away)
Leonard has been exposing people to the idea of physical immortality for over 30 years. Physical immortality means victory over physical death. It means body and mind mastery. Our Spirit is already an immortal master. This simple thought of physical immortality makes us realize that although death may be popular, it is not inevitable. Physical death is optional. The whole purpose of Jesus Christ was to teach us this. Since Leonard’s first trip to India in 1977, he has met over 8 immortals who each have maintained their body for at least 300 years.
Leonard Orr, the founder of the American Breathwork movement, has healed his own death urge and helped thousands of others heal from their death urge as well.
Join us as Leonard shares his ideas, experiences, and the 3 basic causes of death along with the 3 things required to master death!
Jerry Ya, Healing Prayer Service
Tuesday, May 13th, 7:00–9:00 pm in the Sanctuary.
Please bring a bottle of water. Donations welcome and appreciated.
This service will include singing, chanting, breathing and praying together for the healing for Mother Earth and all of her inhabitants, for friends, family and ourselves. Healings for ourselves in these services may be of any kind, including physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, situational, and dental; may increase your healing abilities and inspire your creativity.
While intercessionary prayers are made in the name of God, Mother Mary, and Jesus, people of all faiths and belief systems are welcome to share the Holy
Presence, Peace, and Love. It is not necessary to be in need of healing to benefit from attending.
Jerry Ya is a massage therapist/bodyworker and holistic health educator from Southern Oregon who was blessed with a gift of healing 11 years ago in a prayer by Rev. Willard Fuller, noted for 50 years of miraculous dental healings,
which manifest in Jerry's healing services, as well.
Your Faith is Your Fortune
with Rev. Mark Pope
A 4 Week Class - Wednesday Evenings
May 14th – June 4th, 6:30-8:30pm (Sanctuary)
“Remember standing still is the deep conviction that all is well; it is done,” writes Neville in his classic, Your Faith is Your Fortune. In this 4 week class we will adopt the consciousness that precedes all answered prayer…giving thanks, and living in appreciation that it is done.
The book is available in the bookstore. Please have a copy and take time to read it and contemplate its meaning over the 4 week period.
Timewave 2013: The Odyssey II
A film by Sharron Rose
Friday and Saturday, May 16th and 17th
At 7:30 pm in the Sanctuary
Tickets are $10.00 and available at Crystal Magic and Golden Word Bookstore and the Worm Bookstore in the VOC outlet mall.
During this fascinating expedition into the nature of time itself, Sharron Rose speaks to many of the world’s experts on mythology, alchemy, astrology, anthropology and ancient history; Jose Arguelles, Gregg Braden, Riane Eisler, William Henry, Jean Houston, John Major Jenkins, Rick Levine, Dennis McKenna, Terence McKenna, Daniel Pinchbeck, Geoff Stray, Whitley Strieber, Alberto Villoldo and Jay Weidner. They discuss topics such as the shift of the ages, the galactic alignment, global warming, the pervasive role of the media in our lives, the secret place of refuge, the mystic work of Benjamin Franklin, renewal of the American spirit and the transformation of humanity.
Journey with Ms. Rose beyond the Georgia Guidestones, Denver Airport, Cross of Hendaye and Mayan Calendar to the Sacred Valley of Peru where we sit in ceremony with the powerful Shaman/healers of the Q’ero people and listen to their powerful prophecies for the future of humankind.
While firmly based in a rich perspective on our past history, and a new understanding of the nature of the times we live in, Timewave 2013 offers a clear, yet positive vision of what is to come.
For further information call 928.282.2450 or 866.304.8700 or visit www.stellarproductionslive.com
Credit Card Capability Now Available at Unity of Sedona (Mastercard & Visa only)
We hope you will enjoy the convenience!
You can now use your credit card in one of two ways:
In the Bookstore and Resource Center
Either give your credit card to the person on duty in the bookstore, or, if no one is there to take your payment, follow the instructions taped to the countertop.
For your tithes and contributions
Simply fill out the form in the pocket on the back of the chair in front of you and place it in the offering bag during the church service. Or place it in an offering envelope and give it to Marie Thompson or a Council of Trustees member.
Opportunities to Be God's
in Action!
- Hospitality Volunteers – new shift in this service! FYI, our hospitality coordinator now sets up the tables, tablecloths & condiments for coffee and tea the night before Sunday service, and we have a lovely lady who cleans up after the 2nd service , so volunteering is much easier now and does not include cleanup! Our time in fellowship is a significant component of Sunday services. Would you like to volunteer to provide refreshments for a service? You can also designate your service in honor of a special occasion. The sign up sheet is in Friendship Hall. If you cannot provide refreshments, it is perfectly acceptable to just prepare a platter of cheese and crackers and cookies, which are always on hand.
- Ushers and Greeters – your consideration of this service is greatly appreciated and very much needed: If you would like to assist with our Sunday services as an usher or greeter, please call Nancy Haimbaugh, at (847) 254-0442 or email her at sedonabrad@hotmail.com. Volunteers in this area generally serve one service only and on only one Sunday per month.
- Bookstore Volunteers: Please contact Jennifer Taron at 284-5015 or email her at jl_taron@yahoo.com to volunteer in our bookstore. We presently need several more people in this area.
- Office/Errand Assistance: If you would like to help with small projects like dropping off our rack cards to the chamber and a few other locations, or watering plants once a week, please call Samara in the church office at 282-7181.
Thank you for volunteering! You and your service to the church, in whatever way supports you, is so very appreciated!
A showering of Grace unto you…Rev. Mark
Unity Wish List - Children’s Ministry
W
ish List! Thanks so very much!
- new blinds or curtains
- A round or square rug 12 x 12 (or so)
- children's size table and chairs
- wall clock
- plastic bins, 12 qt. size
- metaphysical bible dictionary
- children's bibles
- children's stories
Special Notice for Assistance to help transport a
congregant to church and other activities.
Alice Bridges is unable to drive and would greatly appreciate any assistance getting to and from Sunday services at Unity, as well as the Adult Community Center, in West Sedona, any day of the week someone might be free to give her a ride. The Adult Community Center is open Monday - Friday; and she hopes to go to the center around 11:15am and return home around 1:30pm - these times are of course flexible. Alice lives in the Chapel area and her phone number is 928-282-9768. You may also contact her daughter, Lois Bridges at 650-941-0606 or 650-941-0303 or email loisbridges@earthlink.net for further details. Lois says they are, of course, happy to pay for both the gas and the assistance and would be deeply grateful for any assistance one might provide.
Did You Know . . . Shopping at BASHAS’ could
earn dollars for Unity of Sedona? Our church received $1.605.76 in 2006 by participating in the program.
It is so simple and costs nothing. All you have to do is: at any Bashas . . . as you hand the cashier your Basha’s Thank You Card, just ask them to credit Unity Church of Sedona and that’s all you have to do. You only need to ask one time. After that, a percentage of your purchases will automatically go to Unity Church of Sedona through March of 2008.
Please hold in prayer….
If you know someone who needs the prayer of a chaplain, please have him or her contact Chaplain Coordinator Jeanette Suggs (649-9151) or Samara in the church office (282-7181) and the call will be forwarded to a chaplain. Our trained and loving chaplains are here to hold us all in prayer…and we are grateful!
Special Love and Appreciation to...
- Julie Carey and Diane Lukich for last Sunday’s wonderful hospitality after services.
- Kathryn Olson and Amanda York for their awesome and efficient assistance in the church office!
- All of our Mastermind participants for their dedication and support in holding us and others in prayer.
- All of our worship assistants – many thanks to you for serving each Sunday!
- All of our Chaplains for serving our people and our church with their prayers and their love.
- All of our ushers/greeters for creating a loving welcome for all who enter and for helping our services go smoothly!
- All of our bookstore volunteers! Thank you for helping to connect us with our written spiritual nourishment!
- All of our Children's Church volunteers for the gift of their love, time and wisdom to our children!
- All members of our Board of Trustees for the time and loving, prayerful energy they continually volunteer in support of our church!
- You for the love, support and appreciation you share with your spiritual community!
- God shining through us all, as we continue building and expanding the consciousness of Unity of Sedona!
At Unity this Week…
Monday
Alcoholics Anonymous 7:30-8:45am (Friendship Hall)
Mastermind Prayer in VOC 8:30am. Please call 282-2450 for
location.
Unity Men’s Group 10:00am-12:00pm Mondays, (Friendship
Hall).
Call Paul Friedman 282-1541 for more information
Debtors Anonymous 5:30-6:30pm (Friendship Hall)
(Contact Michelle at 480-353-8303)
A Course In Miracles 7:00-8:30pm (Friendship Hall) with Joan
Harrington (649-1487)
Tuesday
Alcoholics Anonymous 7:30-8:45am (Friendship Hall)
Mastermind Prayer with Nonda Kellogg 1:00pm (Friendship Hall)
Alanon 5:30pm (Friendship Hall)
Wednesday
Alcoholics Anonymous 7:30-8:45am (Friendship Hall)
Astrology 6:30pm (Friendship Hall)
Thursday
Alcoholics Anonymous 7:30-8:45am (Friendship Hall)
Alanon 5:30pm (Friendship Hall)
Narcotics Anonymous 7:30pm (Friendship Hall)
Friday
Alcoholics Anonymous 7:30-8:45am (Friendship Hall)
A Course In Miracles 10:00-11:30am (Friendship Hall) with Joan
Harrington (649-1487)
Overeaters Anonymous 6:00pm (Friendship Hall), facilitated by
Judy 649-6017
You may contact Unity Church of Sedona by calling the church office at 928-282-7181 between 10:30am and 4:30pm, Tuesday through Friday.
