“Metaphysics Made Easy” Continues Tonight
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Coming Up
- “Metaphysics Made Easy” – TONIGHT. 7 p.m. Wednesdays through August 24, via Zoom. $20 per class.
- Contemplative Prayer” with Judie Nemeth. 12:15 p.m. Thursdays on Zoom.
- Unity Renaissance Singers Choir rehearsal, 7 p.m. Thursday, August 11 (All are welcome)
- Sunday Service, 11 a.m. August 14 – “When Religion Ends, Spirituality Begins” with Dr. Shafeeq Ameen. Join us in person or online via our website or Facebook page.
- “Sizzlin’ Summer Sundays” – Ice Cream Sundaes provided by the Board of Trustees after the Sunday Service
- Youth and Family Informational Fair – 12:30 p.m. Sunday August 14
Details below.
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Ana Vincent,
Youth and Family Ministry Director
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A Note from
Youth and Family Ministry
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Dear Friends,
I would like to extend my gratitude to the teachers, youth, and parents for opening their hearts and welcoming me into the position of Youth and Family Ministry Director. I know I have big shoes to fill. I would also like to thank Lisa Carter and Rev. Paula for trusting me in taking over this position and taking care of our church youth.
The Youth & Family Ministry summer curriculum is going very well. Both teachers and youth are loving the change of pace. We all had a lot of fun on July 31st for the Summer Fun & Family Picnic even though we got rained out. We are all looking forward to all the upcoming events. I am in the process of opening the nursery and hiring a qualified nursery staff person. Be on the lookout for the nursery wish-list with items that we need. In September we will be updating all the youth registration forms, to make any necessary changes and update our files.
We have a lot more going on this summer. Save the date for:
- Aug 14th – YFM Informational Fair.
- Aug 28th – the teens are stuffing backpacks with the items donated from the back-to-school drive.
- Sep 4th – Splash Sunday.
- Sep 11th – Teacher’s appreciation luncheon.
- Sep 16th – YFM Fun Night.
- Sep 24th – Teacher orientation & training.
In loving service,
Ana Vincent
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Last Sunday’s message,
in case you missed it:
“Love Comes First”
With Tom Baker
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Metaphysics Made Easy
On Zoom with Rev. Dr. Paul Hasselbeck
Four Wednesday nights at 7 p.m.
Rev. Dr. Paul Hasselbeck, Unity’s foremost teacher of metaphysics (the study of the nonphysical, intangible aspects of life), joins us on Zoom for this provocative four-week class on the spiritual questions people ponder most, such as: What is the nature of God? What is the nature of humankind? What is the nature of our relationship with God? How are we to think about heaven and hell, and the problem of evil? Rev. Paul takes the classic Unity teachings and updates them for contemporary language and understanding, challenging our embedded theology along the way, and assuring lively debate and discussion. The class will be held at 7 p.m. on four Wednesdays beginning Aug. 3. Register on our website, our app, or on the Signup Wall in the Narthex. $20 per class.
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Youth and Family Education Fair
12:15 p.m. Sunday, August 14
Our Youth and Family Ministry team is sponsoring a Youth and Family Education Informational Fair. Do you want to grow spiritually? Do you want to share your talents? Then, we want you! Visit us at the YFM Informational Table to find out where your talents fit and schedule a time to visit and observe a classroom of your choice.
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“Discover Your Infinite Supply” Workshop with Ron Chapman
1 p.m. Sunday, August 21
Join us for this interactive workshop to discover the “manna” – spiritual sustenance – already and always available to you.
We will engage in experiential practices, journaling, and discussion to identify what is blocking our progress to the realization of our fulfillment.
This workshop will help us heal from past wounds and limits in order to claim the kingdom that is waiting for us and to see and experience our lives and living in a new and exciting way.”
$35 love offering. No one turned away. In person only!
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Higher Consciousness Film
“Cowspiracy: The Sustainability Secret”
7 p.m. Friday, September 2
Cowspiracy: The Sustainability Secret is a groundbreaking feature-length environmental documentary following intrepid filmmaker Kip Andersen as he uncovers the most destructive industry facing the planet today – and investigates why the world’s leading environmental organizations are too afraid to talk about it.
Animal agriculture is the leading cause of deforestation, water consumption and pollution, is responsible for more greenhouse gases than the transportation industry, and is a primary driver of rainforest destruction, species extinction, habitat loss, topsoil erosion, ocean “dead zones,” and virtually every other environmental ill. Yet it goes on, almost entirely unchallenged.
As Andersen approaches leaders in the environmental movement, he increasingly uncovers what appears to be an intentional refusal to discuss the issue of animal agriculture, while industry whistleblowers and watchdogs warn him of the risks to his freedom and even his life if he dares to persist.
As eye-opening as Blackfish and as inspiring as An Inconvenient Truth, this shocking yet humorous documentary reveals the absolutely devastating environmental impact large-scale factory farming has on our planet, and offers a path to global sustainability for a growing population.
Free popcorn and free admission. Discussion follows the film.
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Sizzlin’ Summer Sundays
Every Sunday in August
Sundays in August are going to be both inspiring and fun, with wonderful speakers and special treats for our Sizzlin’ Summer Sundays. Here’s the lineup:
- Aug. 14: “When Religion Ends, Spirituality Begins” with guest speaker Dr. Shafeeq Ameen. Ice Cream Sunday with our Board of Trustees.
- Aug. 21: “Manna from Heaven” with guest speaker Ron Chapman. Cookout Sunday with our Mighty Men of Unity.
- Aug. 28: “Anything is Possible” with guest speaker Rev. Ann DeMichael. Watermelon Sunday with our Choir and Music Team.
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Don’t Forget: Back to School Supplies Drive
Through August 21
Community Outreach is collecting school supplies and backpacks in support of Thurgood Marshall Elementary School. Without our support, some of these school children would have few if any school supplies. Click here to see the list of needed supplies. Bring your donations on a Sunday or during the week and leave them in the bins located in the narthex.
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Unity Yoga and Tai Chi On Break
July 28 – August 17
Katie Cook will be on vacation for two weeks, so Unity Yoga and Easy Tai Chi will be on hiatus. Classes will resume after Katie returns on Wednesday, August 17. Tai Chi is being held at 4 p.m. today (Wednesday, July 27) in the Great Room so we can get in one more class before Katie’s vacation. All are welcome! Namaste!
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Thank you Unity Sisterhood!
This past Sunday the Unity Sisterhood treated everyone to delicious, refreshing frozen fruit pops in the spirit of Aloha! What a welcome respite from the summer heat! Thank you! Be sure to join us this Sunday for Ice Cream Sundaes by the Board of Trustees!
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Please continue to affirm complete healing for Unity Renaissance member Ardell McCoy as she seeks diagnosis and treatment for pain and illness.
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Please submit news of your celebrations, milestones, needs, or challenges to Rev. Paula (revpaula@unityren.org) or Ellysia Flores (ellysia@unityren.org). Note: Items included only if the person involved (where possible) has given their permission.
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Join Our “Virtual Family” Watching
Unity Renaissance Live at 11 a.m. Sundays
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Unity Renaissance (757) 420-5280
1120 Eden Way North, Chesapeake, VA 23320
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