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Finding Spirit Within
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Sunday, August 30, 2015
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August 30, 2015 at Unity Center for Spiritual Growth, Athens ~
an All-Inclusive Spiritual Community
Meeting Sundays at 1435 Oglethorpe Ave., Athens 30605 (in the Family Counseling Building)
11:00 ~ Message: The Way to Abundance: Finding Spirit Within; Music by Sean Arington 
12:30 ~ "Tapping for Abundance" with Nita Matthews-Morgan
2:00 to 3:30 ~ A Course in Miracles class
This Sunday we conclude our five-part series of messages about "The Way to Abundance." We have emphasized that prosperity is not just about money -- it's about experiencing abundance in all areas of our life. And how do we find such "true" abundance? We can certainly do it by using the tools and teachings of truth and Unity. Rather than looking "out there," we'll consider the paths to the inner world of Spirit. We can learn from the wisdom of so many great teachers -- but we can also learn to listen to the wisdom from within. Join us this Sunday as we discover new inner paths to Divine Abundance. W
e are also blessed to have guest singer / songwriter Sean Arington sharing his gift of music with us.
 About Sean Arington:
Sean has been part of the music scene in Athens for almost twenty years. He's still writing and crafting, it never stops: ballads and missives, stories and wishes, sometimes candid, sometimes esoteric, old fashioned and modern, old timey and new...he likes to sing pretty and he loves to whistle, too. He's adept at entertaining any room, large or small, full on bells and bangles, or gently filling a more intimate space with soothing crooning and thoughtful melodies...lilting and rhythmic, warm and playful, Sean's music is great recorded but he really shines live. We love the sense of joy and upliftment that is an integral part of Sean and his music. Catch this Sunday's performance at Unity Athens!
Welcome UGA friends and new students & other area college students to a new semester of learning and personal enrichment!
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UP-COMINGS & ON-GOINGS" - Events & classes plus weekly, monthly gatherings & more!
Sunday Messages and Music (Messages by Rev. Bronte Colbert unless noted otherwise)
Sun. Aug. 23 ~ The Way to Abundance: Finding Expansive Wealth; Music by Marguerite Vardman
Sun. Aug. 30 ~ The Way to Abundance: Finding Spirit Within; Music, Sean Arington; "Tapping for Abundance" class right after service
Sun. Sept. 06 ~ "Love Will Fill Me Up," Music & Message by special guest speaker Jennifer Ferren
Sunday, Aug. 30 "Tapping for Abundance" with Nita Matthews-Morgan - starting right after the Sunday service, about 12:30 to 1:15
We all have a "money thermostat" which controls how much money we let into our lives. This thermostat acts just like the one in your office or house to trigger the air/heat to turn on.
Your unconscious beliefs act just like a thermostat. They control how much abundance/money flows into your life.
Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) involves tapping certain points on the face and body. It literally helps you create new neural pathways that support your success and make your life easier.
Join us on Sunday, August 30, 2015 to tap for abundance with Nita Matthews-Morgan, PhD.
This session will guide you into expanding your consciousness about prosperity. Please be prepared to give a love offering for the building fund.
Nita and her son, Josh, are a unique mother-son combo who use brain science and other cool tools to help individuals and teams develop the mental habits of success. For more information, visit LearnYourBrain.com
LOOK who will be with us in September!
Sunday September 06 ~ "Love Will Fill Me Up," a Message in Music by Singer / Songwriter Jennifer Ferren.
Through humor, real-life experiences and soulful original music, Jennifer Ferren offers helpful tools that show us how to maintain a constant flow of love within us as we learn to "Throw It All Away," practice "Forgiveness" and "Allow" love to flow in, which all help us "Create our Highest Good."
Hear some of Jennifer's Music !
About Jennifer:
Working from her Atlanta-based production company, Freeflight Productions, Jennifer Ferren has been speaking and performing her original brand of positive, inspirational, from-the-heart philosophies for the past 15 years. She is consistently invited to Spiritual Centers and conferences across the United States, where she gives unique, affirmative, insightful messages that are complemented by her powerful, soul-filled original music.
An award winning song writer and a dynamic entertainer, she has released multiple CD projects. Jennifer has provided opening music for some of the world's greatest New Thought speakers, such as Deepak Chopra, Alan Cohen and Neal Donald Walsh. She is a past 7 year member of the Unity Worldwide Ministries® national Music Ministry Team and was chosen for the 2011 United Centers for Spiritual Living national Music Team!
Sunday September 27 ~ A Message in Music by Singer / Songwriter Bob Sima
Bob's Music Mission Statement:
"I come with a crystal clear divine purpose. With utmost and sacred devotion, I encapsulate - in song - my interpretations of the ancient, timeless wisdom of the ascended masters and of the contemporary teachers I meet in this life. Each and every song I birth begins as my personal conversation with Source, delivered as life lessons of spiritual growth, transformation, and expansion of consciousness. I share this gift to soften the hardest of hearts, widen the narrowest of smiles, loosen the tightest of grips, lighten the heaviest of loads, and thin the thickest of walls of as many souls as I can possibly reach. All for the greater purpose of lifting as much light and consciousness into this world at this time in human evolution when it is so called to be done."
About Bob: Bob Sima (pronounced sEYE-ma) is to music what Wayne Dyer, Don Miguel Ruiz, and Eckhart Tolle are to books and Rumi, Hafiz, and David Whyte are to poetry. He has been called "Eckhart Tolle with a guitar". He is a troubadour, a way-shower, a guide, an awakener, and a musical mystic. Through the medium of melody and message, he leads listeners to an expanded consciousness, deeper sense of connection, and inner peace and purpose. His music bridges daily life and soul consciousness, the eternal with the now. He delivers instantly accessible songs that take up residence and resonance in your soul.
Coming up in September
Our Early Meditation Service resumes on Sept. 13.
Morning Quietude, which consists of gently guided meditation and often the presence of Reiki healers, paused for the summer months but will restarts on Sunday, September 13th. We're looking forward to an autumn of deep centering in Spirit. Join us in the lobby area from 9:40 to 10:20 for this time of peaceful meditation.
Sunday, Sept. 13 ~ 4:00 to 6:00 ~ CommUnity Movies are back!
We'll kick off the new season with a new title, A NEW THOUGHT, A NEW YOU from the producers of WHAT IS NEW THOUGHT. "Teachers and speakers from across the new thought movement come together to share their inspiring true stories of personal transformation. A New Thought, A New You will take its audience on an uplifting journey, rising above adversity to living a fulfilling life of peace, well-being, abundance, and purpose. Featuring: Della Reese, Michael Bernard Beckwith, Terry McBride, Wally Amos, Joe Vitale, and many more!
Sundays Sept. 13 & 20th, 1:00 to 3:00 in the Lobby Area ~
New & Intriguing! Dream Interpretation Group meets for dream discussion, analysis, and insights led by Rev. Joyce Coffman. Find out about dream interpretation, the spiritual importance of dreams, and how you can learn to interpret dreams and their fascinating symbols. All are welcome. Consider bringing a lunch to eat on the porch or running out for a quick bite after the service.This group will continue every month with dates to be announced; attend when you are able. Joyce is an experienced dream interpreter and group leader with a background in the work of Joyce Rockwood Hudson, author of Natural Spirituality, and other books.
The Unity Authors Study Group resumes on Tues., Sept. 15 from 1:45 to 3:15
with the text, GOD A PRESENT HELP by Emilie Cady.
We will be meeting at the home of Rev. Bronte on Sept. 15 and 29. October dates to be announced soon.
You can read the text online or download a PDF (free) at TruthUnity.net, a valuable Unity resource. Click here to find the text at TruthUnity
Sunday, Sept. 27 ~ Deeksha is back! Join us for Deeksha, also known as "Oneness Blessing" on Sept. 27 from 3:45 to 5:00.
Led by Mark Buhrke, Blessing Givers from Athens & Atlanta will bless the circle with the transfer of intelligent, sacred, gentle, loving energy. Deeksha is held
on a Love offering basis with donations going toward the Unity Athens Expansion Fund.
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EVERY SUNDAY, 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm -
Meets in the main room unless otherwise indicated.
A COURSE IN MIRACLES.
Taught by an engaging and insightful facilitator, Drew Smith, this popular class dives deeply into A Course, while making the text even more understandable and relevant to daily life. Open to all. If you don't own the book, there's always someone willing to share. Because of the ongoing nature of this class, feel free to stop in as you can, or to participate every Sunday. Love offerings are accepted and appreciated.
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USED BOOK & AUDIO SALE - on the porch and in the sanctuary on select Sundays. We have many spiritually-based books & CDs that have been donated recently for sale at bargain prices. Check it out! We also welcome donations of your good condition used books.
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Congratulations and welcome to our five new interim board members who will hold office until the next board member election held later this year. We appreciate Eutelia Burtz, Cathy Payne, Chris Niggel, Greg Barnard, and Irene Muthe stepping up with their ideas and energy to serve on the Board of Trustees for Unity Athens.
 IT"S NOT TOO LATE TO REGISTER! NEW THOUGHT REVIVAL! 
Another fabulous Unity People's Retreat has been planned by UMMAS at Kanuga Conference Center, Hendersonville, NC, (near Asheville) from September 22 to 25. OPEN TO ALL!
Keynote Featuring Speaker, Sacred Activist, & Progressive Spiritual Teacher, Bishop Carlton Pearson,
"A Voice of Reason in a World of Extremes," & author of
The Gospel of Inclusion
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God Is Not a Christian, Nor a Jew, Muslim, Hindu... God Dwells With Us, In Us, Around Us, as Us.
Also Featuring THE SPIRIT I AM BAND with Rev. Dale Worley (Unity of Savannah); Rev. James King (Unity Church of Greenville); Kyle Shiver; and special guest musicians. Experience the Power, Joy, Peace & Love of a New Thought Revival with these amazing musicians, presenters, and numerous workshop leaders!
Enjoy the beautiful mountaintop and lakeside serenity of this gorgeous location and the uplifting Unity-based experience of keynotes, workshops, fabulous music, and being around like-minded, positive people.Go to
the UMMAS Retreat Event page for more details and how to register. Flyers are also available at Unity Athens on Sundays.
Attend a "New Member" class to become a member of Unity Athens. Do you want to
make a deeper connection and become a member of our Unity Athens Family?
To achieve membership, there are several requirements: attendance at a New Member class, taught by Rev. Bronte, and all new members are asked to view the DVD, "What is New Thought?," which explores the history and philosophy of the New Thought movement, including Unity. We will have showings of this important documentary around the time of New Member classes, or you can purchase it online to watch. If you are transferring an active membership from another Unity church, please let us know. It is also highly recommended that you attend one of our book study groups for a deeper insight into Unity principles and teachings. There is no fee to take the New Member class or to become a member. These classes are open to all and are a good way to lean more about the Unity movement and Unity Athens. Check with Bronte for dates & schedules for classes, the movie showing, and the next opportunity to join Unity Athens.
Email [email protected]
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Increase your knowledge of Unity & spiritual teachings!
Are you interested in taking "live" Unity SEE (Spiritual Education and Enrichment) classes? If so, check out the ones taught by Rev. Pat Veenema at her new teaching venue, Unity New Vista Learning Center. The third course through this virtual classroom has just begun and the students are very happy with their learning experience. Upcoming classes are August 27, "Overview of Christian Scriptures"; and Sept. 13, "Metaphysics 2." You can connect with Rev. Pat through Facebook at NewVistaLearningCenter or through Rev. Bronte at UnityAthens@Gmail. If you are interested in becoming a Licensed Unity Teacher and you are a member of Unity Athens or would like to become a member to have a sponsoring church, please let Rev. Bronte know.
Here's the link for Rev. Pat's website.
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MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
Stay turned for upcoming classes, music, events, Sunday happenings, and social gatherings.
From Christy Gray:
Beloved Wise Woman and Tribe leader Christy Gray is once again leading some very popular classes.
If you are interested, contact Christy via email
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[email protected]
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Your opportunity to give back...
Unity Athens is so grateful for the loving support and generosity that is extended to us. It is so wonderful to have things to be grateful for; things to give. You bless us so much with your presence, your prayers, your love, your positive thoughts, and your financial support. Please remember to support the people, places, and organizations in your life where you are spiritually nourished. You may want to consider joining our "Consistent Giving" program. Consistent Giving
Do you love the idea of Expansion? An anonymous donor has offered to match up to $1,000 in gifts to our Expansion Fund. The end date for this is Thanksgiving, Nov. 26. Let us know if your gift is designated for the Expansion Fund.
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 At Unity Center for Spiritual Growth, we celebrate ~ One loving, empowering, supportive God ~ Human diversity in all its delightful forms ~ An open atmosphere of positive thinking ~ And the expansion and renewal of our spiritual nature.
You are always welcome at Unity Athens.
At Unity, 2015 is "A Journey of Spiritual Discovery." Are you choosing to take that path for yourself? What adventures have you had so far this year? What discoveries await you in the months ahead? What revelations, insights, manifestations and delights will you be graced with this year? What new joy, happiness, abundance, positive energy, and relationships will you allow into your life? How many facets of the ever-expanding Love that is ours to claim will you accept for yourself? What inward journeys will you take with Infinite Spirit? What dreams will you envision and then "see" coming true? Who and what will "show up" for you and in what ways will you show up for others? Can you imagine a year of spiritual discovery like that? Well, the "imagining" is a major piece of the journey. Together, let's continue to dream big and live large as we begin the second half of 2015! We hope you'll join Unity Worldwide Ministries, Unity Worldwide Headquarters at Unity Village, and Unity Center for Spiritual Growth, Athens in the grand adventure and deep insights available on our Journey of Spiritual Discovery!
We'd love to see you at our 11:00 Sunday celebrations and/or at our classes, circles, workshops, and events.
Our Spiritual Faculty for August is Will: the ability to choose, decide, command, lead, determine. The corresponding color is silver and the location is the center of the brain. The disciple is Matthew, representing the decision-making part of the brain.
Consider affirming: "I choose my good based on spiritual understanding." You can read more about Will here. In this month we look at ways to use and expand this faculty, or spiritual gift, in our lives. And remember, we can tap into, to see beyond appearances to reality from, and explore the Field of Infinite Possibilities through creative, imaginative thought, spiritual awareness, and consciousness. We are wishing you weeks and months ahead filled with even more things to appreciate, along with vibrant health, lavish abundance, much love, and peaceful moments on your Journey of Spiritual Discovery. You are in our thoughts and prayers and we see you blessed, loved, and prospered in all ways. |
| Other Area Events & Services Have you "liked" our new Facebook page yet? Stop in and "like" us and comment on a post. It helps us get the "word out" and it's fun to meet more like-minded people. Plus, there's so much to see! Check it out. Leave a post. Spread the word ! Rev. Bronte Colbert is available for spiritual counseling, Law of Attraction coaching in person or over the phone. She is also available for extended private prayer sessions. Contact her for availability and fee schedules. [email protected] or 404-432-1976 Rev. Karen Dancing-Doe Cosgrove offers Angel Readings, energy work, workshops, ceremonies, and retreats. Contact her at [email protected] Energy worker Laurie Hart ~ offers a variety of classes and workshop. Contact Laurie for details about this and other classes. [email protected] Healing Arts Centre offers yoga, classes & events, an herb shop, acupuncture, practitioners, and so much more. Healing Arts Centre Link Contact Christy Gray for info on MotherPeace Tarot Readings, spiritually-oriented travel, and a myriad of classes. You can reach Christy at [email protected]. Join the groups "THE TRIBE" and /or "Athens Community Spirit" on Facebook to stay in touch with many of the wonderful events and spirit-minded folks around town including healing arts, readings, workshops, metaphysics, artsy things, and more. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ SOCIAL EVENTS! Call a Unity friend and go out for some music, fun, or author events! |
Links, prayers, and other blessings -- 
Enjoy the multitude of links and resources available at our own Facebook Page ! So much to see !
Also at UNITY.ORG
New FREE downloads or printed copies of materials from Unity!
Order your free Unity 2015 booklets as they become/are available. Details on free booklets here. To order online, follow the link, or request your free copy at 800-669-0282
Silent Unity will bless you with prayer.
Listen to the variety at Unity FM Radio
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Prayer for Protection by James Dillet Freeman
The light of God surrounds us;
The love of God enfolds us;
The power of God protects us;
The presence of God watches over us;
Wherever we are, God is!
"New doors of good now open to me, and with a confident spirit, I go forth into a life of health, happiness, security and abundant living, in God's own wonderful way!" ~ Catherine Ponder
"On this day may you see and feel blessings in the unexpected & the unlikely. May the delight-filled Grace of the Universe feel so tangible that you sense its breath on your cheek, its well-being in your body temple, and its love beating in celestial rhythm with your heart. Namaste," ~ Unity Athens on Facebook
"Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your minds." ~ Romans 12:2
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