Your MINISTERS. with Unity HERE S A THOUGHT CONNECT GIFTS THAT KEEP GIVING PROGRAM. by Rev. Howard Caesar, Senior Minister

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1 Your MINISTERS HERE S A THOUGHT by Rev. Howard Caesar, Senior Minister Rev. Michael Gott Sr. Assoc. Minister Choir Director January is typically recognized as the month of new beginnings. But the truth is, we can do that any day, hour or minute we set the intention to put something behind us and start anew. It can be an exciting time. Because thought is creative, all we need do is commit ourselves to a new, higher, more life-giving, truth oriented structure of thinking. That leads to a new way of being in the world. It also molds and shapes substance on the unseen dimension to manifest as new forms of God's good in the visible realm. Let us all let go and let God be the Light that leads the way into a powerful, positive After all, Life is meant to be good, and God wants to help give it to you. Richest Blessings, Rev. Farolyn Mann Associate Minister Rev. Mindy Lawrence Associate Minister Rev. Jeanmarie Eck Associate Minister GIFTS THAT KEEP GIVING PROGRAM Donate. Recycle. Repurpose. Sunday, January 31st Wednesday, February 3rd Sunday, February 7th Don't throw away your old clothes and shoes. Donate them for a second chance to dress the world! Unity will be collecting clothes, shoes (single and paired shoes), linens, towels, purses, belts, toys, and household textile items at the end of January Your gently used clothes are neatly packed and shipped to developing countries to help them meet their clothing needs. Anything that is not shipped out will be recycled and repurposed. For more information, visit our website or call the church office at CONNECT with Unity Unity s TV broadcast can be seen on the following Networks on Sunday Mornings at 8:00 am. Comcast - Channel 53 Digital - Channel 57 Dish Network - Channel 57 AT&T U-verse - Channel 57 Direct - Channel 57 The KUBE- Channel 55 Closed Captioned in Spanish! A Positive Path for Spiritual Living 2929 Unity Drive, Houston, Tx (p) (f) info@unityhouston.org Mon - Thur 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Fri 8:30 am - 3:00 pm As you make estate and financial plans, consider the following gifts to maximize the financial blessings you leave to both your family and to your Unity family for tomorrow: Cash, Retirement Assets, Securities, Charitable Remainder Trusts, Life Insurance, Charitable Lead Trusts, Personal Property, and Real Property. Accordingly, we will work with you and/or your representatives to determine the best way for you to make a planned gift.

2 January 2016 Sunday Services See pg 4 for details Upcoming Events A Positive Path for Spiritual Living "Return to the Heart" Women s Retreat Saturday, January 16th Gandhi Memorial Saturday, January 30th WELCOME TO UNITY At Unity, everyone is recognized as a true spiritual being, awakening to the truth that sets them free. We strive to present a positive, practical and progressive approach to Christianity. If you have been searching for a love-focused place of worship that embraces all people and honors all spiritual paths, Unity could be your answer. Perhaps here you will find what so many others have the feeling that you ve come home. Rev. Howard Caesar, Diane Caesar Senior Minister

3 Every Sunday Worship Service Sanctuary Youth & Family Ministry (pg 7) Education Building Oneness Blessings Following each service Sanctuary Balcony Bible Study Topic: The Be Attitudes 10:00 am - 10:45 am A Course in Miracles 10:05 am - 10:50 am Annex 105 Every Week Noon Meditation Weekdays, 12:00 pm Chapel Oneness Blessings Wednesday, 5:30 pm Evening Meditation Wednesday, 6:30 pm Chapel Wednesday Night Live Wednesday, 7:00 pm This Month at Unity Young Adults Sacred Circle January 3rd, 12:30 pm Spirit Inspired Book Club January 5th, 12:00 pm January 6th, 5:30 pm Bookstore 50+ Gang January 7th and 21st, 10:30 am Landscape Workday January 9th, 8:30 am Sanctuary Drive-Through Reiki Circle January 9th, 11:00 am Chapel Couples Café January 10th, 12:30 pm Latinas Unidas January 12th, 6:00 pm LGBT Book Study January 12th - February 16th, 7:00 pm Chapel Essential Oils Workshop January 13th, 5:30 pm Bookstore Pilgrimage to John of God Q&A January 14th, 7:00 pm Gandhi Memorial January 30th, 4:00 pm Women s Day Retreat January 16th, 9:30 am and Martin Luther King Day January 18th Office Closed see pgs 4-5 for complete schedule 2016 Mandala Workshop January 20th, 5:30 pm Bookstore Awake Now Happening January 21st, 7:00 pm Zentangle Workshop January 23rd, 10:00 am Bookstore Oneness Meditation January 24th, 12:30 pm Intro to Unity January 24th, 12:30 pm Blood Drive January 31st, 8:30 am 1:00 pm Grace Hall Church-Wide Luncheon January 31st, 12:30 pm Choir Rehearsal Thursday, 7:00 pm (Resumes January 28th) 2 Childcare - Reservation Required: visit

4 Youth & Prayer & Spiritual FAMILY MINISTRY Toddlers through teens explore Unity Principles at an age appropriate level using metaphysical interpretations of the Bible and other resources. We creatively experience these lessons through music, science, drama, arts and games along with Prayer and Meditation. This Living Curriculum is designed to provide children with a spiritual toolbox that they can use throughout life. It's not your parent's Sunday school! YOUTH MINISTRY CLASSES Sundays, Education Building Ages: 6 weeks through 18 years of age. JANUARY'S THEME: "Dream / Imagine" January 3rd: Releasing the Unwanted & Creating the Wanted! Affirmation: "I release what I no longer want in my life and create a new! Bible Verse: Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace Romans 15:13 Creative Expression: Burning Bowl Ceremony January 10th: "God is the Source of My Dreams & Heart s Desires!" Affirmation: "I Follow My Dreams!" Bible Verse: You have given him his heart s desire, and have not withheld the request of his lips. Psalm 21:2 Bible Story: Joseph s Dream Creative Expression: White Stone Ceremony January 17th: I Am the Key to My Dreams! Affirmation: "I Am the Key to My Dreams!" Bible Verse: "I can do all things in Christ who strengthens me. Phil. 4:13 Story: MLK Story & Speech Creative Expression: Creation of Poster Board Keys January 24th: Prayer & Meditation Open the Doors to My Dreams!" Affirmation: "With Faith I Follow My Dreams!" Bible Verse: Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask in Prayer, believe that you have received it and it will be yours. Matt. 11:24 Bible Story: Joseph the Slave Creative Expression: Peek-a-Boo Door Activity January 31st: Action: Living My Dreams! Affirmation: I Live My Dreams!" Bible Verse: "Ask, and it will be given you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. Matt. 7:7 Bible Story: Joseph the Governor Creative Expression: Creation of Vision Boards SUPPORT PRAYER OPPORTUNITIES: Unity Friends: Available for one-on-one prayer, in Spanish and English, before and after services. Unity Friends wear badges with purple ribbon and are located in the Sanctuary, lobby, and courtyard. If you want to be called monthly, contact Rev. Farolyn Mann at Written Prayer Request: Place your request in one of our prayer boxes - located in the Sanctuary, the, and Chapel. Voice of Inspiration: Call hours a day 7 days a week to leave your prayer request. Silent Unity: Available 24 hours a day 7 days a week at Empowerment Prayer Groups: Wednesday evenings, orientation at 8:00 pm in the. Spiritual Counseling/Coaching: Ministers and counselors are available weekdays on a love offering basis. Available in Spanish & English. To schedule an appointment call PASTORAL CARE SERVICES: If you or someone you know is going through a health challenge please contact Rev. Mindy Lawrence so that we may call or plan a visit. at mlawrence@unityhouston.org. We provide support through: Childcare for classes and other events: Childcare - Reservation Required: visit Prayer Hospital Visitation Home Visits Nursing Home Visits Grief and Loss Support Caregiver Support 7

5 UNITY CHOIR with Rev. Michael Gott Thursdays, Choir Rehearsal, 7:00 pm The Unity Choir is a great place to get connected! Just bring your heart and soul and be ready to sing the light of God! After our holiday break, we will resume rehearsals on January 28th. Open to all levels of talent. For details contact Rev. Michael Gott at mgott@unityhouston.org. WOMEN OF UNITY with Diane Caesar and Rev. Patricia Bass January 16th, Return to the Heart Women s Retreat, 9:30 am and Come spend a day with Rev. Patricia Bass and dive into heartconnected living. Give yourself a day to remember and celebrate just how precious you are. Tickets available on-line and in the bookstore. See page 4 for more details. LATINAS UNIDAS Facilitated by: Beatriz Schriber 12 de Enero, PanEuRitmia: La Danza de la Vida, 6:00 pm La PanEuRitmia, una danza sagrada de Bulgaria, es un sistema de ejercicios musicales, físicos, que usualmente se realizan al aire libre preferentemente. Integrando música, poesía, movimiento e idea, en una unidad armónica que toca todos y cada uno de los niveles de nuestro ser, preparándonos para la nueva cultura de Amor y Paz. LGBT Facilitated by: Michael Ryan January 12th, Falling Upward Book Study, 7:00 pm 9:00 pm Chapel Join other LGBT community members for an informal time of discussion and spiritual deepening. Richard Rohr s book, Falling Upward, is not focused on LGBT issues, but rather focuses on creating a life of greater meaning and purpose. 50+ GANG with Rev. Farolyn Mann January 7th and 21st, Meeting & Game Day, 10:30 am Young at heart individuals meet twice a month for a potluck luncheon and Game Day. For details, contact Rev. Farolyn Mann at fmann@unityhouston.org. YOUNG ADULTS OF UNITY Ages 18 39, Married or Single January 3rd, Sacred Circle, 12:30 pm We are inviting all of our Young Adults (18 to 39) to our monthly gathering for a time of fellowship and connection. Sacred Circle is a relaxed, upbeat spiritual gathering with music, singing bowl meditation and group discussion. UNITY PEACEMAKERS with Rev. Mindy Lawrence January 30th, Gandhi Memorial, 4:00 pm 5:00 pm Join the Unity PeaceMakers, the Gandhi Library, and the Consul General of India in recounting and honoring the blessings of Mahatma Gandhi. For more information, contact Rev. Mindy Lawrence at mlawrence@unityhouston.org. COUPLES IN UNITY January 10th, Couples Café, 12:30 pm 1:30 pm The Couples Café is a great way to get connected with other like-minded couples. Join us for coffee, cookies and conversation! January 17th, Couples Lunch, 12:30 pm 2:30 pm Alexander the Great Greek Restaurant, 3055 Sage Road, Houston, TX Join the Couples Group for lunch at Alexander the Great immediately following the 11:00 am service. For more details and additional information, please contact Dale Ellis at spiritualbeing52@gmail.com UNITY SINGLES January 9th, Singles Potluck Dinner Party 7:00 pm Private Residence Join us for a great opportunity to mix and mingle with Unity Singles at our Black and White themed potluck dinner party. For more details, please contact Mirelle Rosca at or stardancer11122@aol.com. Sunday Lunch: Following the 11:00 am service. We ve created a rotating schedule to help make it easier for you to join our regularly scheduled lunches. January 3rd: Vietnam Coast, 2910 Hillcroft Avenue January 10th: Pappasito s, 6445 Richmond Avenue January 17th: Luby's, 2730 Fondren Road January 24th: Fadi's, 8383 Westheimer Road January 31st: Fajita Flats, 2929 Fondren Road 6 The Oneness Blessing is a direct transfer of energy which opens the heart, quiets the mind and opens the door to higher states of consciousness. SUNDAYS Following the 9:00 & 11:00 am service Sanctuary Balcony TUESDAYS 7:00-9:00 pm Contact: Janis Shanks at jshanks@unityhouston.org or for information. WEDNESDAYS 5:30-6:45 pm ONENESS MEDITATION with Rev. Howard Caesar Sunday, January 24th 12:30 pm ONENESS AWAKENING COURSE Friday, February 5th & Saturday, February 6th Contact Janis Shanks at jshanks@unityhouston.org or visit for details.

6 with Rev. Howard Caesar Sundays,, Sanctuary SPOTLIGHT: WEDNIGHT Live Wednesdays, 7:00 pm, Wednesday Night Live is our energized, yet laid back midweek spiritual pick-me-up. The service is relaxed and informal, powerful and inspiring. The music is always uplifting and the message is relevant and grounded in the timeless spiritual principles that we teach in Unity. A GLIMPSE INTO UNITY In Unity, we emphasize the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. We honor all spiritual paths that promote Universal teachings of love, Unity and Oneness. We see Jesus as an enlightened teacher, who expressed the Divinity of God and wanted everyone to have the experience of love and oneness with Spirit that he modeled. Wednesday, January 6th Rev. Farolyn Mann White Stone Ceremony At Unity, we have come to remember who God created us to be and to behold the Christ in each other. We are glad you re here. Wednesday, January 13th Rev. Michael Gott Behold, I Make All Things New Sundays,, Sanctuary SUNDAY SERVICE Rev. Howard Caesar Wednesday, January 20th An Evening with Jason and demarco Be inspired at one of our wonderful Sunday Services led by Rev. Howard Caesar, Senior Minister. Rev. Caesar s messages have helped many find deeper spiritual meaning in their lives while experiencing happier, more productive ways of living. Wednesday, January 27th Rev. Michael Gott The Least of These SAVE THE DATE! REV. MICHAEL GOTT "Back to Basics" Sunday, January 3rd Sanctuary REV. PATRICIA BASS How To Let Love In Sunday, January 17th Sanctuary UNITY BOOKSTORE Books, Gifts, Music & Inspiration CD s of Wednesday & Sunday Services available in the bookstore Tue 10:00 am 5:00 pm Wed 10:00 am 9:00 pm Thur 10:00 am 5:00 pm Sat 10:00 am 3:00 pm Sun 8:30 am 2:00 pm Closed Mon and Fri Spirit Inspired Book Club Tuesday, January 5th 12:00 pm 1:00 pm Wednesday, January 6th 5:30 pm - 6:45 pm Join us for a lively discussion of this month s featured book, The Surrender Experiment by Michael Singer. Upcoming Events Wednesday, January 13th, Enhancing Your New Year Using Essential Oils 5:30 pm 6:45 Wednesday, January 20th, 2016 Mandala Workshop 5:30 pm 6:45 pm Saturday, January 23rd, Zentangle Workshop 10:00 am 12:00 pm 6 3

7 BOARD OF DIRECTOR S ANNOUNCEMENT Our Board provides essential skills and spiritual awareness for the ongoing growth and development of our ministry. If you are interested in serving on this team, or would like to nominate someone to serve, applications are available at the Information Center. Complete and submit your application (per the instructions on the application) no later than Sunday, January 24th. UPCOMING EVENTS PILGRIMAGE TO JOHN OF GOD WITH REV. HOWARD CAESAR Thursday, January 14th 7:00 pm 8:30 pm Join Rev. Howard Caesar for an informative presentation as he invites YOU to participate in a once-in-a-lifetime Spiritual Pilgrimage - May 23rd - June 5th, that will offer you opportunities for profound transformation on the physical, spiritual, and emotional levels. The meeting will start with a Q&A session followed by a DVD about the spiritual healing work God has done through John of God. For more information please contact Leatha Tukes at RETURN TO THE HEART WOMEN S RETREAT Saturday, January 16th 9:30 am 4:30 pm and Cost: $95 Come spend a day with Rev. Patricia Bass and dive into heart-connected living. Give yourself a day to remember and celebrate just how precious you are. Purchase tickets online at UnityHouston.org and at the Bookstore. Childcare is available for an additional fee; reservation required 48-hours in advance. AWAKE NOW HAPPENING Thursday, January 21st 7:00 pm 9:00 pm Cost: $10 Gratitude Gift Come experience an opportunity to connect to your community, express your gifts and share your wisdom in a co-creative climate in which we thrive using music, movement and meditation. Everyone is a leader and everyone is a teacher. Come as you are or as you want to be! Children are welcome to participate. GANDHI MEMORIAL Saturday, January 30th 4:00 pm 5:00 pm Join the Unity PeaceMakers, the Gandhi Library, and the Consul General of India in recounting and honoring the blessings of Mahatma Gandhi. In the rich tradition of India, let us be reinspired to enact the vision of a world that blesses all. BLOOD DRIVE Sunday, January 31st 8:30 am 1:00 pm Grace Hall Give the gift of life by being a blood donor at our Quarterly Blood Drive. Your gift makes a difference in the life of another. Stop by the courtyard table on Sundays, January 17th and January 24th, to sign-up. Walk-ins are welcome! YOUTH ADVOCACY AND ENGAGEMENT CHURCH-WIDE LUNCHEON Sunday, January 31st 12:30 pm 2:30 pm Cost: $10 Adults / $5 Child (12 & under) Join us after the 11:00 am service as we connect with our Unity family for food, fellowship, and conversations around Youth Advocacy and Engagement. Limited tickets available. Please purchase your tickets in advance on-line or in the Unity Bookstore. 4 Childcare - Reservation Required: visit

8 SPIRITUAL EDUCATION & ENRICHMENT All Unity classes are open to everyone! Some classes are available for optional Spiritual Education & Enrichment (S.E.E.) credit towards becoming a Licensed Unity Teacher. To see if a class is available for credit, please check the class description online at If you are interested in becoming a Licensed Unity Teacher, contact Rev. Jeanmarie Eck at jeck@unityhouston.org for more information. MEET THE TEACHERS AND SEE ORIENTATION Facilitator: Licensed Unity Teachers Sunday, January 10th 12:30 pm You are invited to our interactive orientation to meet our Licensed Unity Teachers and learn more about Unity classes, and the Spiritual Education and Enrichment program. Teachers will be available to answer your questions and support you in finding the class that is right for you. JOURNEY THROUGH GRIEF Facilitator: Rev. Mindy Lawrence Sundays, January 10th February 7th 1:30 pm 3:30 pm Chapel This five week series supports those who have lost a loved one, offering comfort and healing from the burden, sorrow, isolation, and pain of grief. The journey becomes easier and participants are able to heal in an open and safe setting. PROSPERITY PLUS I & II Facilitator: Rev. Farolyn Mann Cost: $49 Materials Fee PROSPERITY PLUS I Thursdays, January 14th March 17th 7:00 pm 9:00 pm Discover strategies for positive living, ways to open yourself to a greater flow of good, how to generate thoughts and choices that lead to new results in life, and tools for living each day from a state of abundance and prosperity. Materials available at first class meeting. Available for SEE credit. PROSPERITY PLUS II Sundays, January 17th March 20th 1:30 pm 3:30 pm Our world is governed by invisible laws that are always at work, whether we are aware of them or not. When we begin to live in harmony with them we will prosper in every area of our life. Prerequisite: Prosperity Plus I. Materials available at first class meeting. Available for SEE credit. A COURSE IN MIRACLES Mondays, 7:30 pm with Jerry Stefaniak Grace Hall Learn how to apply spiritual principles in your daily life. All you need is an open heart and an accepting mind. HATHA YOGA Monday-Saturday 9:15-10:30 am Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 6:15-7:15 pm with M.T. Mazzarella Grace Hall Children welcome. Call for more details. DISCOVER THE POWER WITHIN YOU Facilitator: Frances Becke Huffman, LUT Mondays, January 25th February 22nd 7:00 pm 9:00 pm This course is a spiritual, metaphysical study of the teachings of Jesus. It is based on Eric Butterworth s renowned book, Discover the Power Within You. Available for SEE Credit. MEDITATION PRACTICES Facilitator: Cris Perez, LUT Tuesdays, January 19th February 16th 7:00 pm 9:00 pm Practicing meditation and entering into the Silence are a part of the prayer process and are fundamental to Unity teachings. Various meditation techniques will be explored. Available for SEE credit. MEDITACION COMO PRACTICA DE ORACION Facilitator: Dr. Mirna Chavez, MD Thursdays, January 28th February 11th 7:00 pm 9:00 pm Chapel El autor Eric Butterworth nos esplica la creciente necesidad de comprension acerca la funcion y la natualeza de oracion. Afirma que nuestro concepto fundamental de Dios tiene que cambiar antes de que podamos experimentar la verdadera conexion con lo divino. BACKGROUND OF NEW THOUGHT Facilitator: Alyce Coffey, LUT Saturdays, January 30th - February 27th 10:00 am 12:00 pm This course provides the student with anentry level exposure to the ideas, beliefs, and philosophies of the main Architects of this body of thought. Available for SEE Credit. TOASTMASTERS Thursdays, 6:30 pm Grace Hall Gain confidence, build self-esteem, and learn how to communicate effectively. Contact David Pazda at ESL CLASS (English as a Second Language) Mon & Thurs, 7:00 pm with Aileen Sanchez Annex 105 Beginner and Intermediate students welcome. GREAT CLASSES ONGOING CLASSES Childcare - Reservation Required: visit 5