Voices in Unity
July 2017
     News from our Unity Board of Trustees, Heather Larson
                                                    
Just What IS 'Sacred Service'? 
 
"Sacred Service is an opportunity for spiritual growth. It increases the energy field of love; it increases the vibration of the energy field; it adds more Light to the world, and it is  a conscious co-creation with our Father/Mother God."
                 
In Unity we believe that creating and participating in a 'Sacred Service' Ministry is an intentional and important element in shifting from a minister-focused to a mission-focused model of ministry.  In thriving spiritual communities, members intentionally engage in growing/evolving spiritually [and relationally] through what is known as 'Sacred Service' because giving of one's time and talents [as a person feels 'called' to do so] honors the members as vital, fully-empowered partners in ministry; it also encourages a multi-generational community by involving the millennial generation in meaningful ways. [UWM-Sacred-Service-Ministry Guide].     
 
Additionally, ' Sacred Service' Ministry results from a spiritual community culture that places a high value on individual and collective spiritual development via engaging in 'Sacred Service', believing that being in such service transforms lives within the spiritual community as well as beyond its "walls." 'Sacred Service' is thus a culture of "calling" that mentors and empowers individuals to realize their unique gifts and to use them in meaningful service. People who are grounded in Unity teachings and who embody these teachings maximize their gifts and callings. While volunteering can be done anywhere and many volunteer programs are just about filling slots, Sacred Service Ministry is about assisting spiritual community members in finding a fulfilling ministry as part of their own spiritual journey and growth. In Sacred Service Ministry, members end up both serving AND being served themselves. Over time, members may experience new inner callings, evolving as the soul is prompted to grow again by stepping into new ways of serving.
Being in 'Sacred Service' also offers insight into each person's understanding of what their gifts are which enables them to live out their calling in every area of their lives [not just within the walls of their worship space]. In addition, it helps each person mature spiritually by using their gifts to serve each other and the community so that the "whole spiritual community can attain maturity of Spirit." [Ephesians 4:13].
"Wouldn't it be wonderful if, in times to come, when we meet someone and are conversing, one of the top five things we choose to talk about will be: "...and where do you serve?" [ First Lady Michelle Obama in June 2014 Opening Session of the National Conference on Volunteering and Service].

About Us

Sunday Service: 10:00am
Sunday School: 10:00am
Youth of Unity: Wednesdays 6pm
(not meeting this summer)

1808 Folsom Street
Eau Claire, WI 54703
(715) 836-0010


General Email:

Prayer Request: [email protected]

Office Hours (Subject to Change)
Mon-Thurs: 9:00am - 2:30pm

Silent Unity Dial A Prayer:
24-Hour Prayer Vigil
1-800-NOW-PRAY
1/800-669-7729

Unity Village, MO
Unity.fm (online Unity radio)

Board of Trustees

Carol Craig,  President

Heather Larson, 
Vice  President

Steve Friede,  Treasurer

Jacquie Staebell,  Secretary

Sue Carlson, Member

Larry Metzenbauer, Member
Summer Solstice/Father's Day Celebration

On June 18, Unity hosted a Summer Solstice and Father's Day celebration in the Peace Garden! Guests enjoyed food, music, Calling the Directions, drumming, bubbles, pinwheels and more. Thank you to everyone who celebrated!


Are you interested in serving on the Search Team for  selecting the
right and perfect minister?  

Fill out a request form and/or talk to one of the Transition Team members. Request forms are available at Unity in the Sanctuary.
Ongoing Classes & Events
All events take a love offering unless otherwise noted. Group/class dates can change, please watch for notices. Check Unity foyer for more information and sign-up sheets. Community events are posted on bulletin board in hallway.

MONDAYS
9:30-10:45am       Yoga with Kathy Boone ($10/class, pkg available)
6:30-8:30pm         Unity Board Meeting (7/24)

TUESDAYS
10:00-11:30pm     A Course of Love (all welcome)
 6:30-8:30pm        DoTerra Oils Meeting (Sanctuary, all welcome)
7:30-8:30pm       S.A. 12-Step (Meditation room, closed)

WEDNESDAYS
10:00-Noon          Private Rental- Chippewa Valley Wedding Professionals (7/26)
6:00-7:30pm        A Course in Miracles  
 
THURSDAYS
9:30-10:45am       Yoga with Kathy Boone
11am-12:30pm     Discussion/Meditation Group (all welcome)
7:00-8:00pm         A.A. 12-Step Big Book (closed)

SATURDAYS
10am-4:00pm      Private Rental- Wedding (7/1)

SUNDAYS
10:00am             Sunday Service/Sunday School/Baby Toddler Care

Upcoming Events
 
  Mission, Vision & Core Values Workshop
Led by Transitional Consultant,  Rev Phil Smedstad

Saturday, August 19
10 am - 4 pm, Potluck

Ministries thrive when they are clear about who they are,
who they serve and where they are going.

Sunday Talk Titles

07/02   10am   Guest Speaker MaryAnn Koth
                        "The Dance of Love"
                        Music: After Dark Quartet

07/09   10am   Guest Speaker Meg Warden
                        "What Really Matters: Choosing Love Instead of Fear"
                        Music: Sue Carlson

07/16   10am   Guest Speaker Dawn Morningstar
                        "3 Ways the Truth Sets Us Free"
                        Music: Wayne Allen

07/23   10am   Guest Speaker John Ruddy
                       "Prosperity: It's More than You Think"
                       Music: Luginbill Family

07/30    10am  Guest Speaker Carol Meyer
                       "Riding the New Thought Wave"
                       Music: Tim Haukeness
                       Potluck Sunday
Unity Gift & Book Store
Visit our store for great gift ideas!



A few new items have been added to the store!
Our 20% off summer sale has been extended through July 31!

Thank you always for your donations of used books, CD's and DVD's!  Watch for specials coming soon.


Unity Serving Locally & Globally
Unity Living Vision #4: We envision our innate desire to give to the larger community by living Unity principles through loving service.


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JONAH
"A grassroots organization, comprised primarily of diverse faith communities, seeks to bring people in the Chippewa Valley into relationships and empower one another to build a healthier and fairer community for us all."
 
Unity's liaison to JONAH is Larry Metzenbauer. For more information on how to get involved with JONAH, contact Larry at [email protected] or 715-382-3415.
 
Like JONAH on Facebook and check out the website for JONAH events at www.jonahjustice.org.

Community Table
We serve our community by volunteering our time and contributions to the Community Table. Financial donations through Unity can be placed in the pottery jar in the foyer. We commit to $125 a quarter for food costs.

Unity's liaison to Community Table is Howie Nelsen at 715-833-9729 or [email protected]. Visit thecommunitytable.org for more information.

Unity Christ Center will be serving:
Saturday, September 23 from 9:30am - 2:00pm
Saturday, December 30 from 9:30am - 2:00pm


It Can Be Done Africa
Unity's liaison to ICBD is Sandi Anderson at [email protected] or 715-456-1391.

Next trip is now being planned for January 2018! All donations can be made on the website at  ww.itcanbedoneafrica.org. Credit cards accepted and now offering an automatic giving program. 

Thank you for supporting the Tanzanian Women's Acorn 
Rev Sandy, Chris, Annie, LeeAnn & Barbara
Initiative program by purchasing their products, found in the  Unity Gift & Book
Shop. 

The products sold support the Acorn  Women's Initiative and 30% goes to Unity.
 
"FUN" Raiser
Kwik Trip Gift Card Program

Kwik Trip cards can be purchased in the bookstore.  In addition to a discount on the gift cards, Unity receives an extra 10% on purchases in store. 

Credit cards MAY NOT be used for KT card purchases. There is a $2 monthly charge on balances left on a card after 12 months.

Cans for Kids/Recycling/Composting
THANK YOU for your donations of aluminum cans for our youth group! Please put the cans in designated container in the kitchen. Other recycle items go in container behind the kitchen door. Note guide on refrigerator for recyclable items.

And note green container/bag on kitchen counter for compostable items- guide on wall. Compost bags are also in the bathroom for hand towels.

Thank you for helping us be environmentally friendly.