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 UnityCenter for Spiritual Growth
Athens
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New Thought Pioneer: Wallace D. Wattles
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Sunday, Aug. 31, 2014
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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, 2014 is a year of realizing the higher Self -- that ever-unfolding, spiritually-expanding, connected-to-Source part of you. It's that place of divine intuition, of sacred knowing, of perpetual, streaming God-stuff. We hope you'll feel the call, the nudge, the urge in 2014 to "Come Home" to the realization of your "higher Self," that experience of serenity, confidence, balance, and infinite love. How does one "come home?" By shifting from the busy-ness of the "outer" and relaxing into the heart-enhanced place of "inner." One of the most frequent comments we hear and that other Unity spiritual centers hear from people is that when they first visit, or continue at Unity, they feel as if they have "come home." We hope you'll join Unity Worldwide and Unity Athens in the powerful inner alignment of Coming Home.
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 disciple is Matthew. He represents the decision-making part of the brain. The corresponding color is silver and the location is the center of the brain. Consider affirming: "I choose my good based on spiritual understanding." You can read more about Will here.
We will look at ways to expand this faculty, or power, in our lives. And remember, we can tap into, create from, and explore the Field of Infinite Possibilities through creative, imaginative thought, spiritual awareness and consciousness. We are wishing you summer days filled with bliss, vibrant health, lavish abundance, and peaceful moments to become still and to know beyond all knowing that Mother-Father God is always with you and blessing you beyond your wildest dreams.
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Sun., Aug. 31 ~ New Thought Pioneer, Wallace Wattles 
This month we're exploring some of the "Thinkers" of the New Thought movement including Ernest Holmes, Emma Curtis Hopkins, Florence Scovel Shinn, Wallace Wattles, and more, sharing a bit about these thinkers while learning from some of their most powerful teachings. Leanne Allen is our guest musician this Sunday - she's great!
11:00 Sunday August 31: "New Thought Pioneer: Wallace Wattles" 
Who was this author and philosopher (1860 - 1911) and why have so many New Thought thinkers and teachers been influenced by his work? What can we learn from his books including The Science of Getting Rich, The Science of Being Great and The Science of Being Well? What impact did The Science of Getting Rich have on the making of a 2006 hit movie?
From Wallace Wattles: "The grateful outreaching of your mind in thankful praise to the Supreme is a liberation or expenditure of force; it cannot fail to reach that which it addressed, and the reaction is an instantaneous movement towards you. It is necessary, then, to cultivate the habit of being grateful for every good thing that comes to you; and to give thanks continuously. And because ALL things have contributed to your advancement, you should include all things in your gratitude."
We would feel very appreciative and grateful to have your bright, shining Presence with us this Sunday as we look at this New Thought pioneer, his beliefs, books and how they relate today. All attending will get a sheet of some of his quotes.
This Sunday we will also be inspired and uplifted by the music of Leanne Allen. About Leanne: 
Singer / Songwriter, Spiritual Being, Wife, Mother, Friend, etc., Leanne is a creative spirit who is guided by the desire to help others find peace in their lives through outlets such as music and yoga. Leanne blossomed into a songwriter as an adult. Music began flowing in her head when she started journaling about the many challenges she had faced throughout her childhood. As a result, her songs are filled with stories of personal growth and insights. Her sound is unique; typically labeled soft rock or indie. She likes to call it "Pop-Psychology." Regardless of genre, she is a self-labeled PMS writer; that's 'Positive Message Songs' writer. Leanne's new CD, "The Light in You," contains six original songs expressing gratitude, self-acceptance and hope. The arrangements and production were part of a collaborative effort with the incomparable Daniel Nahmod.
Sample Leanne's music here!
9:40 to 10:25 a.m. ~ Our Sunday Morning Quietude ~ we meditate and remember our alignment with Source. Read more details below. Note: Morning Quietude will not meet in August and will resume on September 7.
12:45 to 2:15, Lobby area, New Member Class
2:00 - 3:30 "A Course in Miracles" each Sunday. Further info below.
Summer is Very Casual at Unity Athens. Dress for comfort ! And wherever you are, whatever you are doing this Sunday, we are wishing you a continual stream of meaningful moments, interlaced with Joy, Love, and Well-being.
"ON-GOINGS" - Events & classes plus weekly, monthly gatherings & more!
Sunday Messages and Music (Messages by Rev. Bronte Colbert unless noted otherwise)
Sun. Aug. 24 ~"New Thought Pioneer: Speaking the Word" Featuring Florence Scovel Shinn.
Sun. Aug. 31 ~ "New Thought Pioneer: Wallace D. Wattles;" Music by Leanne Allen
Sun. Sept. 07 ~ "New Thought Pioneer: James Allen"
Thurs. Sep 11 ~ Unity World Day of Prayer
Sun. Sept 14 ~ "New Thought Thinker: Eric Butterworth"
Sun. Sept 21 ~ "New Thought Thinker: Emmet Fox"; Music by California-based Lara Oshon
Sun. Sept 28 ~ "Words From the Mountaintop: Kanuga Inspirations"
WE INVITE YOU TO TRY OUR EARLY MEDITATION SERVICE
 "MORNING QUIETUDE" Sundays, 9:40 to 10:25 AM.
Morning Quietude meets in the Lobby area (through the double glass doors in the middle of the building). Led by Rev. Bronte, this is a time for quiet contemplation, soft music, and centering. Whether you join us as a pre-service preparation time, a stand-alone "church service," or as a preface to your other Sunday plans, we welcome all. If you arrive after 9:40, that's fine, just please turn off phone, etc., and quietly take your place within the circle. Donations are appreciated. Reiki practitioners are available to freely give healing touch on some Sundays. NOTE: Morning Quietude will not meet during August. It will resume Sept. 7
"Come Home to Unity Books in 2014" 
Sunday BOOK STUDY GROUP: RADICAL FORGIVENESS
Facilitated by Rev. Susan LaRue, this group
gathers on the first and third Sunday
of each month. This inspiring, informative, interactive class began in August and will meet on Sept. 7 & 21 from 12:30 to 1:45 in the Lobby area.
Radical Forgiveness by Colin Tipping is a deep read into forgiveness, including techniques to forgive "once and for all."
About Rev. Susan LaRue: She has 20+ years background in Unity teachings, is S.E.E. certified, and was the Youth Education Director of Unity Spiritual Life Center in Oklahoma City, where she also taught an adult class. She's been a Board member at the Brownsville, Texas, Unity Church and served as a guest speaker. Books will be available in our Sunday bookstore for a limited time. Love offering basis.
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 Tuesday BOOK STUDY GROUP:
THE GAME OF LIFE AND HOW TO PLAY IT
by Florence Scovel Shnn. Facilitated by Rev. Bronte. S o much interest and inspiration resulted from Rev. Bronte's message on August 24 that it was decided this will be the first book in our new Autumn Book Study! We will gather on Tuesdays and for September it will be the 9th, the 16th, (possibly the 23rd) and the 30th from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at Athens Coffee Shop, located across Atlanta Highway from Target (next to Bulldog Car Wash). We have the upstairs conference room reserved. Books will be available for a limited time on Sundays at Unity Athens. The book is also free online in the public domain, including at www.NewThoughtLibrary.com or gp directly to this link. Amazon sells the individual title or the collection of all four of her books. October dates will be announced shortly. Join in lively "what-does-this-mean-to-me" discussions about Ms. Shinn's insights into life and living. This class is on a love offering basis. Meets Sept 9, Sept 16, (perhaps Sept 23) and Sept 30. The Coffee Shop of Athens: 2950 Atlanta Hwy, Athens, GA 30606 (706) 542-8990. Upstairs conference room.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  EVERY SUNDAY, 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm - Meets in the main room unless otherwise indicated. A COURSE IN MIRACLES. Taught by the highly experienced 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. Donations are accepted and appreciated. ACIM will meet in the Lobby area this Sunday at 2:00. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  CommUnity Movie usually meets on the 2nd Sunday of each month. We will be taking a bit of a break during summer, with our popular movie & DVD showings resuming monthly, starting Sept 14. First-time showing of the Abraham-Hicks release "The Missing Piece: Cultivating the Seed of Success." Join us then around the extra-big screen TV for a casual atmosphere of spiritual films and DVDs and interesting discussions for those that chose to stay for a bit after. Feel free to bring your own snacks and beverages. CommUnity Movie cost is $5. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- YES! UPCOMING DEEKSHA at UNITY ATHENS
Sunday, September 28 and Sunday, November 16th
Now you can experience the "Oneness Blessing" at Unity Athens! Blessing Givers from Athens & Atlanta invite you to a Oneness Blessing Circle on Sunday, Sept. 28 and Sunday, November 16 from 3:30 to about 5:00. This is given on a "Love offering" basis with donations going toward the Unity Athens Expansion Fund.
Also known as Deeksha, the Oneness Blessing is "the transfer of intelligent sacred energy, Divine Grace, which causes the heart to flower, heals relationships, quiets the constant chatter of the mind, opens the door to higher states of awareness, and initiates a process of permanent awakening into Oneness where there is no longer a sense of separation and personal suffering. What remains is causeless love, joy and peace in the present moment." First-time blessing receivers report a powerful sense of being graced with Spirit's presence; those who have received the blessing before often report ever-deepening levels of awareness.
At a Oneness Blessing Circle, you will be able to learn more about this blessing, which is growing in global awareness, and at the circle this sacred energy is transferred through the Blessing Givers to the recipients. Many find the experience to be meditative, peaceful, and uplifting. The originators of the Deeksha energy, Sri Bhagavan and Sri Amma, tell us that awakening and enlightenment are the result of a neurobiological shift in the brain, and Deeksha affects the physical brain, facilitating these neurobiological changes. Each individual's experience is unique, depending on what is most needed at the time. For further details, visit this website for more information.
We hope you will consider joining us and share in this gentle, uplifting, wonderful energy.
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Attend a "New Member" class to become a member of Unity Athens.
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, it may be possible to waive one or both requirements. It is also highly recommended that you attend some of Rev. Susan La Rue's book study groups or Rev. Bronte's book groups to gain 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. Consider making a deeper connection and becoming a member of our Unity Athens Family.
August 31st -- New Member class at 12:45 until about 2:15 in the Lobby Area
Other showings of the film and New Member classes are being scheduled to be held soon.
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Wow ! An anonymous donor has offered to match ALL monetary gifts to our Expansion Fund for one year, in an amount up to $5,000. We "see" us in a perfect full-time home for Unity Athens SOON ! Donations are accepted and appreciated at our donation page.
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MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
Stay turned for upcoming classes, music, events, Sunday happenings, and social gatherings.
From Christy Gray: The Blessing Way Class
Meaningful rituals and ceremonies that celebrate & honor passages of life from birth to grave, season to season, and day to day. A Three Day Weekend Class: Fri. Sept 5, from 7 to 9; Saturday is 9 to 3 and Sun. Sept 7 is 1 to 4
Some of the sacred rituals that will be shared are:
The Calling of Directions, Smudging, Medicine and Bundle Making, Praying, Water and Fire Rituals, Divining, Altar Building, The Blessing Way ceremony, Speaking Stick, Money Pouring, Sacred Give-Away, Singing and Chanting, Temple Walking and Sacred Witnessing. This class is based on All Paths, One Spirit and would be helpful to any spiritual or religious path.The class is open to men and women. Reach Christy Gray at [email protected]
ONENESS BLESSING ! We will be hosting Deeksha Blessings at Unity Athens on Sunday, Sept. 28 and Sund Nov. 16 at 3:30 with Blessing Givers from Atlanta & Athens. Love Offering basis.
Unity World Day of Prayer ~ Thursday, Sept. 11, 2014 more details soon here.
"An Evening with Wayne Dyer"at Unity North Atlanta Sept. 23 at 8.00. Details and ticket info here.
"Launch Your Vision: Mind, Body, Soul Symposium" including guest speaker Michael Beckwith. September 26 at Atlanta Unity. 597 Parkway Lane, Norcross, GA 30092 More Information Here!
HOW ABOUT SOME TIME ON THE MOUNTAINTOP?
 Another fabulous KANUGA retreat has been planned by UMMAS at Kanuga Center near Hendersonville, NC, from September 23 to 26. "The Game of Life: How to Connect the Dots" features keynotes by Barry Dennis and Rev. Jim Lee of Unity Renaissance. Enjoy the beautiful mountaintop and lakeside serenity of this gorgeous location and the uplifting Unity-based experience of keynotes, classes, and being around like-minded, positive people. Open to all and this retreat is expected to fill up soon! Go to the UMMAS Retreat Event page here for more details and to register. Flyers are also available on Sundays.
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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. You bless us 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.
Click here to CONTRIBUTE to Unity Athens. Thank you!
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Other Happenings -- So much good stuff going on !
It's not too late to get in on the 21-Day Meditation Experience with Oprah and Deepak which started August 11 ! It's called "Expanding Your Happiness." Many Unity Athens folks have participated in the other 21-Day meditations with very positive results. You can register and participate for free !
Unity Athens Annual Unexpected Income Program will be happening this fall! Stay tuned for exact dates and sign-up information.
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Have you heard what folks are saying about Unity Athens?
"I could feel the love the minute I walked in the door." ~ S. First-time guest, May 11, 2014.
"I always get inspiration from the Sunday messages." -- E.B.
"Rev. Bronte, the joy and the exuberance that you bring to your congregation is so wonderful and uplifting." -- Angelina (of Armand and Angelina)
"No matter how good I feel, or what I may be going through in my life, I always feel better when I come here -- always!" - - Danny C.
"Last Sunday's message resonated so deeply with me. Plus, I felt I was given specific tools to help me with things I'm experiencing in my life." C.S.
"Unity Athens is all the things I've liked about other churches and spiritual centers, but all in one place!"-- S.F.
"I appreciate that folks here see the good in each other and are so welcoming."
"This church satisfies my soul! Always uplifting. Thank you."
"While we were driving in the car, my four-year-old suddenly belted out a chorus of 'You are walking in the Light of God, you are walking in the Light of God.' (The song we sing to our Sunday School children each week) Thank you for the wonderfully planted seed, Unity Athens!" -- L.W.
"Today (Mother's Day, 2013) was such an absolutely fabulous celebration. Coming here is not like 'going to church,' but rather, always like going to a celebration." - Barbara B.
"I love the 'Affirmation for the Month' in our bulletin. I'm going to get a frame so I can put it on my desk where I can see it every day." -- E.B.
"Thank you for holding this sacred space here in Athens -- what you are doing here in wonderful." -- Visitor from Minnesota.
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Other Area Events & Services
Have you "liked" our new Facebook page yet? Check it out -- there's so much to see!
Check it out. Leave a post. Spread the word !
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, an herb shop, acupuncture, practitioners, and so much more. Healing Arts Centre Link
Oprah & Deepak's 21-Day Meditation Experience™
"Are you ready for a big boost of joy? Join Oprah & Deepak to tap into the inner wellspring of happiness that awaits you. In this perfect summertime journey, Oprah & Deepak help you spark the bliss, profound peace, and playful exhilaration that is within you. Join them on August 11, in the all-new Oprah & Deepak 21-Day Meditation Experience, Expanding Your Happiness." More info here on how to sign up
SOCIAL EVENTS! Call a Unity friend and go out for some music, fun, or author events!
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 group "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.
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I  Have you seen this new App from Silent Unity? It's awesome and available from the iPhones App store and through this link. Be sure you check out the 3-minute, wonderful meditation.
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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!
"The Principle of Power gives us just what we ask of it; if we only undertake little things, it only gives us power for little things; but if we try to do great things in a great way it gives us all the power there is."
~ Wallace D. Wattles The Science of Being Great
"You do not have to compel God to give you good things, any more than you have to use your will power to make the sun rise." ~ Wallace D. Wattles, The Science of Getting Rich
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