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We hope you are enjoying the Weekly Electronic Bulletin!
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Senior Minister Rev. Joslyn Mason
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Your soul is welcome here!
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Services are held every Sunday at 10am.
1024 Whites Rd
Kalamazoo MI 49008
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If you missed something, we have you covered!
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EarthCare Sunday
April 23
On Earth Day Sunday, we welcome Dr. David Karowe, a climate change expert with WMU's Biological Sciences department.
Dr. Karowe's PowerPoint presentation showing the global impact of climate change, with a question-and-answer discussion, will begin at 12:00 noon following the service.
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Volunteer Sunday
is April 30
Have you served in some capacity at Unity in the past year? We want to honor your spirit of sharing your gifts!
Want to be part of the action for the coming year? We are currently looking for volunteers in bookstore, scrip, youth ministry, and more! Contact the office to find the perfect fit for you!
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Ready to take the next step in your commitment to spiritual growth? Ready to become a voting member of the congregation?
Membership class is May 6, from 9am-1pm. Bring a snack or bag lunch.
T
he next opportunity for this class won't be until November.
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Town Hall Meeting
May 7, 2017
after service
fellowship hall
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Membership Sunday
is May 14
Join us as we welcome our newest members into the Unity family!
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Mother's Day
May 14
Shopping for Mom?
Use SCRIP!
We have hundreds of gift cards available - including Fannie Mae! Ask at the bookstore!
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Directory Team
Informational Meeting
May 21
Classroom A
11:30-noon
Looking for a short-term service commitment?
We'll be updating our photo directory in September. Come find out what is involved, and how you can help.
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Open Circle
2nd Sunday of the month 12:15 - 2:45pm
Classroom A
PLEASE NOTE ALTERNATE
DATE FOR MAY
May 7
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A Course In Miracles
Monday Class
2nd & 4th Monday of the month, 7pm
Fellowship Hall
April 24
May 8
May 22
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Prayer Group
Every Tuesday
10am
Classroom A
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Reiki Healing
2nd Tuesday of the month, 6:30pm
Youth area
May 16
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A Course In Miracles
Wednesday Class
1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month, 3:30-5pm
Fellowship Hall
May 3
May 17
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Guided Meditation
Every Wednesday
6pm
Sanctuary
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Thank you for remembering that even when you can't make it to church, our bills always somehow arrive! Your faithful giving allows us to continue our work.
For your convenience, Unity offers many ways to give. The offering basket, mail-in (envelopes available in the lobby or by calling the office), and secure electronic giving.
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Unity Recycles!
The Earth Care team invites you to use the hallway recycling bins for any old batteries (not 9 volt), wine corks, or house keys!
Thank you for helping us be good stewards of the Earth!
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Loaves and Fishes
SPECIAL REQUEST
FOR APRIL: RICE
Help local families who are struggling with food instability.
Any and
all food donations are appreciated! Please ensure that donations are unopened, and unexpired. No glass containers, please!
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Shop with Scrip
Buy a gift card for the face value, and Unity gets a percentage!
Bottom line: Giving at Zero cost to you!
From grocery shopping to gasoline to date night, we've got you covered. Visit the bookstore after service to see what gift cards we have for you!
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Helping Hands
Helping Hands exists to provide a temporary resource for congregants to turn to when they are unable to perform any number of daily activities necessary for their sustenance, comfort, and spiritual help.
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Serve With Us!
Unity volunteers help serve those in need every 3rd Saturday of the month at Ministry with Community. For more information about the organization, click here.
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Got Ideas??
If you want to offer a class, workshop, or community service, fill out the ideation form - located at the visitor & information counter.
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Want to get connected? Looking for a way to be a part of a team? We have lots of opportunities!
Usher, bookstore team, youth ministry, serving at Ministry with Community, platform assistant, songleader, technology team, etc. Contact the office to find the perfect service opportunity for YOU!
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Community events are provided as a service
to interested congregants.
Unity of Kalamazoo does not sponsor
or explicitly endorse any listed event.
Know of an interesting community event that reflects Unity values?
Email it to techsupport@unitykalamazoo to be considered for inclusion.
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Earth Day Events
Kalamazoo Nature Center
Special Programs:
9:30 am: Meet a Creature: Mouse
10:30 am: Meet a Creature: Turtle
11 am: Live Animal Program featuring Birds of Prey and other KNC animals
11:30 am: Guided Walk: Fern Valley Trail
12 pm: Meet a Creature: Rabbit
12:30 pm: Renewable Energy Walk & Talk to visit our new solar arrays!
1 pm: Meet a Creature: Snake
1:30 pm: Guided Walk: Beech Maple Trail
2 pm: Meet a Creature: Owl
2:30 pm: Guided Walk: Arboretum Sculpture Tour
3 pm: Live Animal Program featuring Birds of Prey and other KNC animals
https://naturecenter.org/Home/Register/EarthDay.aspx
Kalamazoo March for Science
2pm:
at the flagpole circle between Sangren Hall and Wood Hall on WMU's campus. Get motivated by special speakers, then march downtown to Bronson Park!
https://www.facebook.com/events/193517247792978/
Bronson Park
3pm-8pm
The Kalamazoo community is making a promise to the Earth and celebrating Earth Day on Saturday. There will be a focus on climate change, its effects on the Earth, and how the community can be the positive change the Earth needs.
Along with environment education, there will be music, speakers, food, and over 40 vendors and non-profit booths. There will even be car dealers showing off electric and hybrid vehicles.
There will also be family friendly activities like environmentally themed arts and crafts and face painting.
http://fox17online.com/2017/04/19/celebrate-earth-day-in-kalamazoo/
Earth Day Benefit Concert for Kalamazoo Nature Center
6:30-8:30 pm
1st Congregational Church, 135 W. Michigan Ave.
(across from Bronson Park)
Suggested Donation: $5-10, children 12 & under free
Michigan's own singer/songwriters Samantha Cooper, Nicholas James Thomasma, Joe Serrapere, and Brian Koenigsknecht will be performing in a songwriter round at the 1st Congregational Church in Kalamazoo.
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Welcoming Michigan presents
UNITED WE RISE - a film series fostering solidarity through conversations on immigration, community, and race in Kalamazoo.
April 27, 5:30-8pm
UNDER THE SAME MOON
Hispanic American Council
930 Lake Street
May 16, 2017 5:30-8pm
HATE RISING
Douglass Community Association
1000 West Paterson Street
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phone: 269-385-2239
fax: 269-385-4826
1024 Whites Road, Kalamazoo MI 49008
Office Hours:
Monday 930am-330pm
Tuesday
930am-330pm
Wednesday 2pm-7pm
Thursday
930am-330pm
Metro Transit now runs on Sundays!
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