June 12, 2019
Believing without Seeing


Pioneers have to have faith.  They go where no one has gone before so they can't have a picture or video of how that will look. They have no earthly proof or evidence that what they dream of is really possible.

Hebrews 11 says: "Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen."  To have conviction means you know that something you've never seen before is not only possible, but is being made manifest through you right now.  

At the Tony awards on Sunday night, Ali Stroker became the first actor in a wheelchair to win a Tony.  In January of this year, in Colorado with his partner by his side, Jared Polis became the first openly gay governor.  In January of 2009, Barack Obama became the first African American elected President of the United States. 

As the list of "first's" grows, we want to believe that our consciousness around differences is evolving.  We want to believe that barriers are being dismantled as we shift away from a bias that devalues characteristics and we let go of bigoted behavior that judges others without even knowing them.  To truly believe we must have the faith of the pioneering "firsts".  Even when we see failures that follow success; even when we are discouraged about progress; we know consciousness is deepening our understanding of our oneness.


  BELIEVE and "it will be given to you according to your faith."   
                                                                                                               Rev Joy
Calendar for this week
TODAY:  Wednesday 06/12
7:00pm: The Universal Christ book study
Thursday 06/13

Friday 06/14
Office Closed
Sat 06/15
9:00am:  Reiki class with Jen Hertwig
Sun 06/16
10am :  Rev. Joy "A New Heaven and New Earth "

5:30pm: CoDA Step Study*
7:00pm: CoDA*

Mon 06/17
Office Closed 
6:30pm: A Course in Miracles

Tuesday 06/18



* indicates non-Unity event
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To listen to Rev Joy's sermon from6/9/2019, The Message of the Prophets,  please click on the link.  

 
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Reverend Beth
Hitesman

June 23   Sunday Service

"Get the Lead Out!"  

Special Music: Mike Holliday

Join us for this special Sunday and plan to stay for the Healing Service after the regular service.


Congratulations to our Newest Members!

Welcome to new members Mary Etta Lea, John Ptolemy and Deborah Whitfield.  Say HI on Sunday and invite them to join you in service on one of our great teams!  


FUNDRAISING FOR THE AIR CONDITIONING


Remember when it was cold outside and we were grateful for our new boiler?  Now that the heat is rising, we need a new air conditioner!  


Thanks to the funds generated by the Service Auction we are over half way to our goal of $5,696.  We only need about $2,000 in additional funds.  This will allow us to install our new air conditioning without using investment funds or savings.  

If you would like to make a donation to the Air Conditioning fund, please make your check payable to ULV and put Air Conditioning in the memo line.  We have a special "Ice Box" available in the sanctuary for your gifts or just put them in the offering basket on Sunday.  

On Sunday, June 30th we'll have an Ice Cream fundraiser after service!  

Summer Meditation
Retreat 

Saturday, July 13th
10am to 3pm
Unity of Lehigh Valley



Join us for a half day retreat exploring various modalities for meditation, including a "summer treats" eating meditation.  
Dress comfortably, bring pillows, shawls or mats that will support your experience.  Water and tea will be provided along with the light lunch for the eating meditation.  If you have wondered if there is a meditation practice that might work for you, join us for this day of "trying on" different methods of meditation.  

Registration is required.  Forms are available outside the ULV office or online.  Cost is $25 per person.  Registration deadline is July 10th.




Life Long Learning








At Unity of Lehigh Valley we believe in the infinite possibilities within each one of us.  Therefore, we never stop exploring new possibilities, gaining new skills and discovering new insights.  

During the month of June we'll have a survey available so that you can indicate what interests you, times and formats that work for you and opportunities to share your teaching skills. 

Surveys will be available on paper at church and on our website.  Please only complete ONE survey.  Thank you for your participation and we look forward to learning and growing as a spiritual community.




Membership Overview Classes 

Twice a year we offer a series of 6 classes with fundamental information on Unity principles and the culture and structure of ULV. Each class can be a refresher for anyone and all 6 are required for ULV membership.  The next series of classes begins in July. 

July 7: Unity Basics
July 21:  Metaphysical Bible Interpretation
Aug 4: Prosperity
Aug 18: Positive Communication
Aug 25: Affirmative Prayer
Sept 15: Welcome to ULV

Please let Reverend Joy know if you plan to attend so there are enough materials.  There will also be copies of the scheduled times and sign-up sheets available downstairs by the church office.  


What are you grateful for? 

Thank you to Alicia Burkhart for saying YES to joining the AV team and running video on Sunday.  

Thank you to Kari Wyler for volunteering in YFM while Sunset took a Sunday off.  

If you are grateful for something at ULV, send a message to the office: unitylv@rcn.com   







Sept 8th: Annual Picnic at Emmaus Park



Sept 30th to Oct 3  Unity Eastern Region Conference
It's that time again! Mark your calendars for the 2019 Eastern Region Fall Conference! This year, the conference takes place at the  Seaview, a Dolce Hotel in beautiful Galloway, NJ.  More details to come!

Learn Reiki!  THIS SATURDAY!!!
Reiki is a gentle energy healing art developed in Japan. Reiki represents the energy of Universal Life, the harmonization of the body and soul.  The many benefits of Reiki include: reduce pain and stress, increase vitality and energy, eliminate toxins, accelerate healing, strengthen the immune system, improve sleep, and increase harmony of body, mind and spirit.

Reiki Master Jennifer Hertwig is offering a Reiki Level I course on June 15, 2019 at ULV.

The course will run from 9am - 4pm.

Participants will learn the history of Reiki, how it works and how to improve and maintain Reiki energy.  All participants will experience the Reiki Attunement and will have opportunities to practice self-healing, healing of others, and how to cleanse objects and the environment.
The class is being offered as a special introductory price of $75.  The usual cost is $125.

Please contact Jennifer Hertwig at jenn@drjenniferhertwig.com for additional information, questions or to confirm a space.  




Emmaus Recreation And Entertainment Commission 2019 Summer Concert Series

For 40 years Emmaus has been providing FREE family friendly entertainment.   Concerts begin at 6:00 p.m. unless otherwise noted. Dates and bands are subject to change.  FREE Concerts are Rain or Shine & located in the Emmaus Community Park Arts Pavilion. Bring a blanket, or your favorite chair and relax to some great tunes!


June 23 - Entertainer Tommy Zito (50's, 60's & 70"s) **5-8 p.m.
June 30 - James Supra Blues Band with Sarah Ayers
July 07 -  Macungie Band
July 14 -  Dueling Pianos
July 21 -  Swing Time Dolls
July 28 -  The Large Flowerheads
August 4 - No Concert
August 11 - Steel Creek
August 18 - The Roots Run Deep
August 25 - Scott Marshall and the Hill Billy Souls 




Saturday, August 10th Stand Up for Humanity                              at the Lincoln Reflecting Pool hosted by Unity of Washington, D.C.  
Click Here for their website

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



Bradbury-Sullivan Center Classes, Workshops and Support   Go to their website by CLICKING HERE    The Center is located at 522 W Maple Street in downtown Allentown.  
Contact:
Unity of Lehigh Valley
26 N 3rd, Emmaus, PA 18049
610-965-3036
Office Hours: Tue-Thur 8:30am--3pm
Closed Mondays and Fridays

Administrator: unitylv@rcn.com
Reverend Joy: revjoy@rcn.com