Click HERE
***
Please join us livestream on our Facebook page
this Sunday, at 11am CT.

Click this link:

***
SEPTEMBER
The Power of Order:
The ability to organize, balance, sequence, and adjust. 

"My life is balanced and in order."
September 24, 2020
Weekly Affirmation

"With faith, nothing is impossible for me."

A Positive Path for Spiritual Living


Sunday Services
11:00 AM Celebration Service
*Facebook Live
Rev. Anne Tabor
Senior Minister
3525 S. Bowen Road
Arlington, TX 76016
817-467-5151
Vision:
Knowing we are One, we celebrate peace,
compassion, and equality for all.
Mission:
We empower people to live thriving spiritual lives.
From the Minister

Dear Unity Family,

If you are not familiar with the grim history of sunken slave ships that crossed the Atlantic Ocean, you’re not alone. These are the ships that never reached their destination and consequently became mass graves for kidnapped Africans.
 
I don’t know about you, but my history books didn’t cover this.
 
Perhaps a few better words to describe the travesty of these trans-Atlantic slave trade trips are: shocking, immoral and horrifying.


Enter Samuel L. Jackson (the Hollywood titan) who said in a recent interview, “That is a worthwhile story to tell.”
 
And so it is.
Jackson and his wife, LaTanya Richardson, are executive producers of a new six-part docuseries on Epix called, “Enslaved.” It is extremely well produced and informative.

While we may be more acquainted with stories about slave ships coming over to America we never really talk about the ships that did not make it and their outcome. And so, this is a very different story.
 
I started watching the series this week so I can educate myself about a hard topic. I am coming to realize—more and more—that this part of our history must not be glossed over or forgotten.
There is much for which to be hopeful. We are the ones.

In Love and Unity,
Rev. Anne Tabor
CURRENT EVENTS

Upcoming Services

Sunday, September 27, 2020
“DogSpell”
11am, Rev. Anne Tabor
*Facebook Live 

New Sunday Message Series:

The Way Through: 3 Essentials for Navigating A Hot Mess

Sunday, October 4, 2020
The Way Through: 
#1 Consciousness - “State of Mind”
11am, Rev. Anne Tabor
*Facebook Live
 
Sunday, October 11, 2020
The Way Through: 
#2 Clarity - “In the Meantime” 
11am, Rev. Anne Tabor
*Facebook Live
 
Sunday, October 18, 2020
The Way Through: 
#3 Courage - “Humanity At Its Best"
11am, Rev. Anne Tabor
*Facebook Live
Join Rev. Anne FB Live every Friday
for a little Myrtle, a little prayer, and a little song.


Mike Garvey will be performing fifteen minutes of fabulous prelude music on our Unity of Arlington Facebook page this Sunday at 10:40am CT!
"DogSpell"
Sunday, September 27, 2020
11am CT, Rev. Anne Tabor
*Facebook Live

In honor of our annual Pet Blessing on Saturday, October 3rd, (via ZOOM this year!), join Rev. Anne for a fun exploration of dawgmatic theology and how all God’s creatures; two-legged, four-legged, with wings or fins, are some of our greatest spiritual teachers.
What: Spiritually Speaking with Rev. Anne Tabor
When: September 27th, 2020, 12:15pm - 12:45pm
Where: via Zoom
Password: Unity1234 (note it's an upper case U)

Join us on Zoom immediately after the Sunday FB livestream service for a discussion group to share spiritual insights, questions and comments. It's a great way to meet other life-minded folks in a virtual community and learn more about Unity of Arlington.
The Way Through:
#1 Consciousness - “State of Mind”
Sunday, October 4, 2020
11am CT, Rev. Anne Tabor
*Facebook Live

Now more than ever, the world needs us to show up as our best selves. While this is something we always strive for as Truth Students, it is especially true during these times of uncertainty. So… how do we get through this? In her new Sunday Message Series, The Way Through, Rev. Anne will explore three essentials for navigating disruptive times. In other words, if you're looking for the vital way through this hot mess, it comes down to this: Consciousness, Clarity, and Courage.
Unity of Arlington
Board of Trustees

Rebecca Ratliff - President (214-605-0997)
Aminia Baruti - Vice President (313-912-7763)
Shirley Cobb - Secretary (817-475-5120)
Catherine Smith - Treasurer (817-929-1368)
Dwain May - Member (817-901-6061)
Doug Riggs - Member (605-222-5347)
Peter Lynch - Member (817-528-6939)
We Are A Tithing Spiritual Community
In August Unity of Arlington tithed a total of 10% to:
  • Unity World Headquarters
  • Unity Worldwide Ministries
  • The Unity Center
  • Daniel Nahmod
  • Silent Unity
For more information on Unity World Headquarters, click here.
For more information on Unity Worldwide Ministries, click here.
For more information on The Unity Center, click here.
For more information on Daniel Nahmod, click here.
For more information on the Silent Unity, click here.
Treasurer's Report as of 8/31/2020

Gross Revenue         $148,365.60
Net Income           $ 2,803.61

Unity of Arlington recently applied for and received a PPP loan from the government stimulus program in the amount of $19,900. At this time it is still considered a loan from the government. If we are able to get loan forgiveness, which we are fully expecting to accomplish, then it will no longer be considered a loan but a gift that does not need to be repaid. We will keep you posted as to the current status of these funds.
 
For more information, please contact Catherine Smith at  catsmith143@gmail.com  
YOUR COMMUNITY
Volunteer Opportunities and Services
The Blessing of Animals is a service offered in honor of St. Francis of Assisi's love for all creatures. Due to COVID, our annual Pet Blessing will be held online via Zoom this year and will be done as a community instead of individually. All are invited to bring their pets to be blessed!

Password: Unity1234 (note it's an upper case U)
 
We also encourage you to make a donation to Arlington Animal Shelter. For more information about how you can donate, please click here: https://arlingtonwebstore.com/AnimalServices.aspx
Unity of Arlington Prayer Calls
Wednesdays, 6:30 pm CT

Would you like a "spiritual boost" during the week? Join our Prayer Call on Wednesday evenings, at 6:30pm. We'd love for you to dial in and join us!

Dial in: 346-248-7799

When prompted enter meeting 
ID: 328 504 8180 #

When prompted enter participant ID: # (pound sign only - no number required)
If you have a prayer request, please click HERE to submit it.
There is Only One More Week to Register to Vote! The Deadline to Register is October 5, 2020

In Texas, the deadline to register to vote in the upcoming election is Monday, October 5. Make sure you are registered to take part in this critically important election.

Click on the image above to be taken to the state of Texas registration information website.

PLEASE NOTE: In Texas you do not need an excuse to use a ballot by mail if you are 65 and over. For the November 3, 2020 Election date, the last day for the early voting clerk to receive applications for a ballot to be voted by mail is October 23, 2020, in order for you to receive a ballot by mail. All applications to vote by mail must be received by the early voting clerk before the close of regular business or 12 noon, whichever is later.
On October 9, 2020 join New Thought leaders Revs. Ellen Debenport, Michael Gott, Wendy Craig-Purcell, and Sheila McKeithen, J.D., for a spirited discussion about translating spiritual beliefs into social action.

For more information, click HERE
A Reminder of Ways to Help Protect Yourself and Others

Covid-19 is still here. In fact, by the time you read this there have been more than 719,599 confirmed cases in the state of Texas alone and recent numbers around the DFW metro area have shown increases. One reason for this may be that people are becoming a little lax about following all of the safe practices and basic prevention steps as described by scientific organizations. While a mask mandate remains in effect for Texas, this week many businesses have been allowed to increase to 75% capacity. This is not the time to fall back on safety; it's time to recommit to making sure you and your family are safe. Once again, here are the guidelines. Please review them:

  • Wear a mask, and wear it properly, with both nose and mouth covered..
  • Wash hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
  • Avoid touching your face.
  • Protect coughs by coughing and sneezing into your elbow and/or a tissue.
  • Frequently clean surfaces that are often touched, especially doorknobs, door frames, telephones, keyboards, and bathroom areas.
  • Use hand sanitizer.
  • Stay home if you are not feeling well.

For more information, please check these links:


"Put A Myrtle On It!" from
Friday, August 7 2020,
in case you missed it:

Episode 1 by Rev. Anne Tabor


Feel free to share!
Last Sunday's message,
in case you missed it:

"Pray, Then Move Your Feet"
Tracy Brown, RScP
Guest Speaker

Feel free to share!
Archived Sunday
Messages and Meditations

Have you missed any of Rev. Anne's Sunday messages or meditations? Or, would you like to hear one again? You can! They are archived on our website, unityofarlington.org, under the heading  "Sunday Messages."  You can also find our Facebook Live Sunday Services archived on our Unity of Arlington Facebook page, as well as on our YouTube channel.
Reverend Anne Tabor, M.Div., is available by appointment for spiritual counseling sessions at Unity of Arlington in a safe and supportive environment. As an ordained Unity minister, Rev. Anne, offers spiritual counseling to individuals seeking a deeper under-standing of themselves and their divine power within to solve life's challenges. Spiritual counseling can help if there is a need for inspiration, crisis support, or healing in any area of your life. Prayer and meditation are an integral part of Unity's spiritual principles, and an essential practice in realizing the answers we seek. We believe in the transformative power of affirmative prayer. You are a unique expression of God. Spiritual counseling will remind you of that!
 
Spiritual counseling is offered on a love offering basis. While no specific fee is expected or suggested, we do invite each person to leave a love offering. For more details, please call the church office 817-467-5151.
AmazonSmile recently reached a milestone...
and Unity of Arlington was a part of it

AmazonSmile has donated over $200 million to charities worldwide! When you designate Unity of Arlington as your charity of choice and then shop at smile.amazon.com/ch/75-1823521 or with AmazonSmile on in the Amazon Shopping app, a donation from your purchase is made to the church.
Community Partners
Don't forget when shopping at Kroger or Tom Thumb (Safeway/Randalls) you could be sending money to Unity of Arlington! All you have to do is enroll your loyalty card in the Community Partners Program on their websites. The Kroger code for Unity of Arlington is 91007. The Tom Thumb (Safeway/Randalls) is 4261.
Silent Unity - uPray App
Download the free mobile prayer app from Silent Unity. Available for Apple and Android.
SEPTEMBER BIRTHDAYS
September 4 Ian Richardson
September 5  Lee Holden
September 6  Lisa "Sunni" Lambeth
September 7  Marge Larson
September 7  Marion Tudor
September 15 Juanita O'Neal
September 16 Rebecca Ratliff
September 24 Mallie Townsend
September 26 Brenda Matthew
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!

If you don't see your birthday included, please let us know and we'll add it to our list!
We create Unity by being Love in action.
Your generosity is always greatly appreciated. We are grateful for your loving commitment to sustaining our spiritual community whether or not services and classes are taking place in-person, on Zoom, or Facebook Live.

Ways that you can continue to support Unity of Arlington through tithes, donations and love offerings are:


  • Text-to-Give through Tithely by texting the word GIVE (with no quotes) to 844-363-7894 and follow the prompts on your phone.

  • Give using the Tithely Mobile App, just download the GREEN Tithely app (not the blue one) from your app store.

  • Mail your donation to: 3525 S. Bowen Road, Arlington TX 76016. Please remember to include your first and last name, your mailing address, and your cell phone number so we an allocate your contribution accurately. 

Thank you, God!
Phone: 817-467-5151

Email:

Address:

3525 S. Bowen Rd.
Arlington, TX 76016

Service:
11:00am Celebration Service
*Facebook Live
DAILY WORD MAGAZINE
To read today's DAILY WORD,
click the link below:
UNITY'S FIVE BASIC PRINCIPLES

Principle #1:
There is only one Presence and one Power in the Universe and in my life, God the Good.

Principle #2:
Human beings have a spark of divinity within them, the Christ spirit within.
Their essence is of God, and therefore they are also inherently good. 

Principle #3:
Human beings create their experiences by the activity of their thinking.
Everything in the manifest realm has its beginning in thought.

Principle #4:
Prayer is creative thinking that heightens the connection with God Mind and therefore brings forth wisdom, healing, prosperity, and everything good.

Principle #5:
Knowing and understanding the laws of life, also called Truth, are not enough.
A person must live the truth he or she knows.
CORE VALUES
Spirit-Led:
Centered in the awareness of God's presence, we turn within for divine guidance in
all we do.
 
Love:
Love is our True Nature. We express the harmonizing power of love to see good everywhere and in everybody. Love binds together the whole human family.
 
Diversity:
We believe that all people are created with sacred worth. In a spirit of Unity, we embrace each person as an expression of God grounded in truth and love.
 
Connection:
We live, love, and laugh from our Oneness with God. We honor our inter-connectedness with each other, with all life, and the earth.
 
Abundance:
God is our Infinite Source of Good. We gratefully demonstrate prosperity in all areas
of our lives. We wisely use our wealth of resources to serve our spiritual community and the world.
 
Service:
We cultivate enlightened leadership by practicing the teachings of Jesus the Christ through sacred service. It is a blessing to serve locally and globally.
 
Integrity:
We consciously choose to practice living our Core Values and Unity Principles rather than simply professing them. We choose to communicate from the heart with authenticity and deliver on our commitments with reliability.
Street Address:
3525 S. Bowen Rd.
Arlington, TX 76016
Phone: 817.467.5151