NOVEMBER   2017
Wakan Tanka.


Oh, Great Spirit,
whose voice I hear in the winds
and whose breath gives life to all the world, hear me.
I am small and weak.
I need your strength and wisdom.

Let me walk in beauty and make my eyes
ever behold the red and purple sunset.
Make my hands respect the things you have made
and my ears sharp to hear your voice.
Make me wise so that I may understand
the things you have taught my people.
Let me learn the lessons you have hidden
in every leaf and rock.

I seek strength, not to be superior to my brother,
but to fight my greatest enemy - myself.
Make me always ready to come to you
with clean hands and straight eyes,
so when life fades, as the fading sunset,
my spirit will come to you
without shame.
american indian - lakota - chief yellow lark - 1887

May we be able to hear truth no matter what language is spoken or what name for Spirit is called.


 Rev Joy Wyler-Bradburn
Calendar for this week
Wednesday 11/15 7pm: Braving the Wilderness class
Thursday 11/16 Noon:  Pause for Peace

7pm Choir Practice
Friday  11/17
Sat  11/18 10am Chaplain Training
Sun 11/19
 10am: Thankful Giving with Rev Joy

11:30am  Holiday Potluck Feast

4:30pm:  Iglesia Emmanuel Service*

6pm:  CODA Step meeting*

7pm:  CODA meeting*
Monday 11/20
office closed

6:30pm A Course In Miracles*


Tuesday  11/21 7pm: Iglesia Emmanuel Service*


Listen to Last Sunday's lecture on Celtic Spirituality by Dr Tom Egan Website LINK
 


Dates to Remember:
December 3rd, New Member Sunday
Holiday Schedule:
Christmas Eve, Sunday Dec 24th 10am service
Burning Bowl, Sunday Dec 31st 10am service




High Tea and Book Social 

Saturday, Dec 9th, 4 to 5:30pm 






Join us on Saturday, December 9th at  ULV for an afternoon of tea, sweet and savory snacks in the tradition of high tea in merry ol' England.  As we enjoy our time together, we'll discuss the books we've brought and exchange books.

The book theme this time is Spirituality not written by a Unity minister/author.  Bring a new or gently used book to exchange and we will all have a new book to enjoy for the holidays. 

Please sign up on the sheet by the church office or let Karen know you plan to attend, so we have plenty of food on hand.  Suggested love offering of $15 benefits ULV's ongoing renovations.   

Remembering 
at the Holidays
 
As the holidays approach, do memories bring a tear?  






Join us on Sunday, December 10th at noon in the sanctuary of ULV for a time of remembrance.  Please bring a remembrance token of loved ones such as a photo or small memento to place on the altar.  With music, readings and sharing of memories, we bring the love we carry in our hearts into this holiday time of love and light.  

In addition to time for individuals to remember their loved ones, we will pause as a community to share memories of two congregants, Louis Savenelli and Alice Anne Miller.



Winter Solstice Meditation Retreat
 
Saturday, Dec 16th 10am to 3pm


Our quarterly meditation retreat is a time to create a quiet and sacred space in our busy lives.  The winter solstice is the time of the shortest amount of daylight and an opportunity to explore the mystery of the darkness as well as the light we carry within.  

Advance registration is required and forms are available outside the church office.  You may also register and make payment online at our website.  $25 registration fee include all materials and a light lunch.  Please wear comfortable clothing, bring cushions as needed for your comfort and bring beverages.  Water (hot and cold) will be available.



Keeping Warm   


Let us remember the homeless as we gather together in our homes for the holidays.



During the month of November we will be collecting warm socks, gloves and scarves for the homeless.  We need men and women's items of clothing.  There will be a collection tub by the parking lot entrance.  Your contribution is a gentle reminder to a homeless person that someone cares.  



Holiday Potluck
 


Join us on Sunday, November 19th after the service 



Our annual Holiday potluck is an opportunity to gather together in fellowship before the holiday season gets officially underway!  

There is a sign-up sheet downstairs by the office or email Karen at [email protected] with your contribution.    Bring your favorite holiday dish whether it is vegetable, salad, dessert or breads.  The church will provide turkey and ham.  Hot food must come hot and cold food cold.  We have warmers but food must be fully prepared. 

Please consider staying to extend fellowship  and help clean up after the meal.  



Renewals in the Mail 

 
Membership renewal forms have gone out in the mail. If you did not receive a form, please contact the office and make sure we have a current address. 

Please return your renewal forms by the end of the year.  Our bylaws require an annual renewal to maintain active membership and renewals must be returned in person or via the mail.  Our Annual Meeting will be in February and you must have your renewal form returned to the office by the Friday prior to the meeting to be eligible to vote.    
 

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HOLIDAY SCHEDULE for 2017

Christmas Eve, 
Sunday, Dec 24th 10am
                                                         Burning Bowl                                      Sunday, Dec 31st 10am

There will be no Christmas Eve evening service this year.


 






What are you grateful for?





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Thank you to the awesome Mike Holliday and the fabulous Charles Lee for our  Saturday  night concert. Thank you to Ed Buchman for taking care of audio.  Thank you to Bette, Mary Kay, Jo, Kari, Jon & Jutland for putting together the intermission reception and helping out with the concert.   

Thank you to Tom Egan for providing his fascinating and lively talk about Celtic Spirituality.    

Thank you to Bette Phelps for making coffee and providing treats for fellowship last Sunday!  

If you are grateful for something at ULV, send a message to the office: [email protected]   



CHECK OUT RETREATS AT KIRKRIDGE 
Just north of us, Kirkridge offers great opportunities for renewal and spiritual exploration.  Check out upcoming programs at their website by CLICKING HERE


Lehigh Valley Dialogue Center Invitation


   

Contact:
Unity of Lehigh Valley
26 N 3rd, Emmaus, PA 18049
610-965-3036

Administrator: [email protected]
Reverend Joy: [email protected]