Voices in Unity
September 2017

     News from our Unity Board of Trustees President, Carol Craig

Wow, it's been six months that we at Unity have been working with Rev. Phil in preparation for employing a minister. Over 40 Unity members and friends have participated in the many workshops led by Rev. Phil. Our goal was to better appreciate 'who we are without a minister' - what strengths and challenges we embrace and what future hopes we hold. 

At our last workshop, we transformed Unity Christ Center's vision, mission and core values to reflect who we are as a collective ministry and what we are called to do into the future. Starting this month we will be stating the new vision and mission statements during our weekly service. Additionally, Howie Nelsen will be organizing activities and spiritual growth opportunities focusing on 'putting action into our core values.' Here they are...

Vision Statement: "Centered in Divine Love, we           co-create an enlightened world of harmony and love."  
Mission Statement: "We are a vibrant spiritual community, embracing the Oneness of all, radiating peace, love, joy and abundance.
Core Values: "Accepting - Loving - Oneness - Spiritual Growth - Prayer"

One of the last steps in the process of selecting a minister is sending an informational packet to Unity World Wide Ministry describing Unity Christ Center - its members, its facilities, its vision for a ministry, and the like. Your help is needed on this; soon you'll be getting a survey that will assist us with including your thoughts and expectations for the 'right and perfect minister.' Please complete it and return by September 17th.  

We keep you in our hearts and minds as we patiently take this journey; please keep us in your prayerful hearts also! Thank you - for many, many reasons.

About Us

Sunday Service: 10:00am
Sunday School: 10:00am
Youth of Unity: Wednesdays 6pm

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
Unity gets a new storage shed!

A special thank you Dale Staebell and Jay Gast for picking up the new storage shed and to the team of members who put it together!

Aug 28 Garden & Shed Teams: Mari Jackson, Marnie Hersrud, Steve Friede,
Howie Nelsen & Dale Staebell
Missing from photos: Kathy Boone & Larry Metzenbauer
 

Help Needed- In search of Unity Sunday School teachers!

Interested in helping grow our youth programs, Sunday School and childcare? It is a wonderful way to connect, have fun with children and practice Unity principles. Light commitment.

There will be a short informational meeting on Sunday, September 17. For more information, please contact Duree Thatcher at [email protected].
New Yoga Class Starting September!

Kathy Boone is now offering a third yoga class during the week! Wednesday morning classes will begin on Wednesday, September 13 from 9:30 am to 10:45 am. This is an EZ Flow yoga class, perfect for beginners. First class is free and packages are available.
Silent Meditation with Valerie Savage

A new silent meditation led by Valerie Savage will be held each Thursday at 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm, starting Thursday, September 21, held in the sanctuary and include walking of the labyrinth!  Love offering accepted.

The Silent Meditation practice is influenced by Shambhala Meditation. Meditation practice can open us up to our inner wisdom, compassion, and strength. It is a way to find healing, insight, and understanding in all aspects of our life. Meditation can assist us in our spiritual awakening of our everyday life.
Unity Basics Classes
 
Sunday, Sept 10: 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sunday, Sept 17: 11:30 am - 12:30 pm 
Sunday, Sept 24: 11:30 am - 12:30 pm


Unity Basics classes led by Sandi Anderson are scheduled for September. These classes are for people looking to join Unity, a refresh for current members or those who just want to know more about Unity! Please sign up at Unity.

Wold Day of Prayer held at Unity from 7:00 am to 6:00  pm on Thursday, September 14. If you are interested in holding the vigil for one hour, please sign up at Unity.  Prayer slips are available at Unity for names to be read on that day.
The Findhorn Experience and a Taste of Scotland

To celebrate the Autumnal equinox, Helen Wright, Sandi Anderson and friends will present a multi-sensory experience of the Finhorn Foundation in Scotland. There will be food with the theme of Scottish food and non-alcoholic drinks.
Unity Serves at The Community Table

Saturday, September 23
9:30 am - 2:00 pm

320 Putnam Street, Eau Claire

Sign up at Unity if you are able to help.
                             Please remember to bring a gallon of milk.
Frank vs God Movie Night
at Unity
 
Friday, October 27
7:00 pm

Watch trailer here

David Frank (Henry Ian Cusick) is a mess and his spirit shattered by the death of his wife.  While away on a trip, a tornado threatens to destroy his house and beloved dog, Brutus. David races home in a effort to save Brutus, but is stopped by the police and watches helplessly as the funnel of destruction sucks up the house and dog. Then, the insurance company tells him they won't pay because the damage falls under the 'Act of God' clause in his policy. David gets the bright idea to sue God Himself for damages, naming representatives of all different faiths as co-defendants. What starts out as a crazy, radical stunt ultimately becomes a very deep and soulful journey.  Popcorn, of course, will be serviced.  Donation accepted.
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 (9/25)

TUESDAYS
10:00-11:30pm     A Course of Love (all welcome)
1:30-3:30pm          Forever Young Choir Practice
6:30-8:30pm         DoTerra Oils Meeting- Cancelled 9/5 (Sanctuary, all welcome)
7:30-8:30pm          S.A. 12-Step (Meditation room, closed)

WEDNESDAYS
9:30-10:30am       Yoga with Kathy Boone (Starting 9/13) 
1:00-2:30pm         A Course in Miracles
6:00-7:00pm         Y.O.U. / Uniteens (Starting 9/13) 
1:00-6:00pm         Private Rental- Wedding (9/13)  
 
THURSDAYS
7:00am-6:00pm    World Day of Prayer (9/14)
9:30-10:45am       Yoga with Kathy Boone (Cancelled 9/7)
11am-12:30pm     Discussion/Meditation Group (all welcome)
1:30-2:30pm         Silent Meditation with Valerie Savage (Staring 9/21, all welcome)
7:00-8:00pm         A.A. 12-Step Big Book (closed)

FRIDAYS 
6:30-8:00pm          Power of Now Book Group, Starts 9/8
                               New book: "Ask the Beasts: Darwin and the God of Love"
5:00-6:00pm         Private Rental- Wedding Rehearsal (9/15)
6:30-9:00pm          The Findhorn Experience and Taste of Scotland (9/22)

SATURDAYS
9:00am-11:00am  Unity Choir Workshop (9/9)
10am-4:00pm       Private Rental- Wedding (9/16)
9:30am-2:00pm     Unity Serves at The Community Table (9/23)

SUNDAYS
10:00am                Sunday Service/Sunday School/Baby Toddler Care
11:30am -12:30pm   Unity Basics Class (9/10, 9/17, 9/24)

Sunday Talk Titles

09/03   10am   Guest Speaker Rev Scott Daniels
                        "The Adventure of a Lifetime!"
                        Music: Kathy Johns & Friend

09/10   10am   Guest Speaker Ramadevi
                        "Know Your Worth"
                       Music: Unity Choir
                       Ramadevi will be offering 30-minute intuitive coaching sessions after 
                       service for $120. Sign up sheet is in Unity foyer.

09/17   10am   Guest Speaker Valerie Savage
                        "The Map You Make Yourself"
                        Music: Unity Choir

09/24   10am   Guest Speaker Duree Thatcher
                       "Body Consciousness"
                       Music: Unity Choir
Unity Gift & Book Store
Visit our store for great gift ideas!

40% off select summer kimonos, wind chimes and scarves.
 
We are now looking for new or  gently used fall/Halloween decor. Please bring your items in on Sunday, Sept 10. (Three items per household.)  


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.