NOTE FROM ELLEN
I usually walk for about 30 minutes in my neighborhood every morning. For the first time last week since last Spring, I had to wear a jacket because it was so cold. Change is definitely in the air.
Changes are also happening on a national level as we elect a new president next week. We have all watched in amazement and bewilderment as gas prices rose to an all time high of $4 and then when Ike hit the Gulf Coast and the prices were predicted to skyrocket further, we watched as the prices plummeted (I am not complaining about the drop in price). We are watching large corporations go into bankruptcy with some companies receiving bailouts from the government. We wonder if our investments are going to be enough as Wall Street goes up and down. Companies are downsizing.
Change is always stressful and I have heard a lot of emotions being expressed about the elections, high cost of gas, foreclosures, the wars overseas, etc. etc. It is easy to get caught up in this and wonder what life is going to be like for us in the future.
It is at this point that it is important to take a "break" from the outer world and just relax and breathe for a moment. Focus on the presence of God. Think about the good in your life. Give yourself a vacation from fear and lack. When you connect spiritually, you can discover another reality of peace and joy.
The more times you stop and breathe and focus on the presence of God/Spirit, the easier it becomes to regroup and feel good no matter what is going on in the world. I have noticed that coming to church weekly allows me to connect to the group energy of the congregation, which is very powerful and is a "jump start" for the week. Often I find myself singing the positive uplifting songs that our talented music director, Kathryn Kalahan, has picked out for a Sunday service. It feels good to be with likeminded people and we have so many wonderful people in our church.
And I know that no matter what is going on in my personal world I can count on God as my Source for all the guidance, love, prosperity, health, etc. that I need. Being grateful is so important.
November is a month of gratitude as we go into Thanksgiving. You can start now to think about and list what you are grateful for and as you focus on the good, more good will begin to manifest. "Thoughts held in mind produce after their kind". Try it out and see how it works.
This Sunday there is a Parent's meeting right after church (see details below) and also Sunday is the last chance to sign up for the Fall Party (see below).
See you soon!!
Ellen Davis, Minister
Enveloped in the healing energy of God's love, the earth and its people are transformed. Love, peace and abundance fill every heart and mind. Our planet is healthy, whole, and at peace.
http://www.unityofnewhope.org
6071 New Hope Road
Krugerville, TX 76225
Sunday Services at 11:00 AM each Sunday
November 2nd: Rev. Ellen Davis, Minister
Talk Title: Attitude of Gratitude
Kathryn Kalahan, Music Director
Enveloped in the healing energy of God's love, the earth and its people are transformed. Love, peace and abundance fill every heart and mind. Our planet is healthy, whole, and at peace.
http://www.unityofnewhope.org
6071 New Hope Road
Krugerville, TX 76225
Sunday Services at 11:00 AM each Sunday
November 2nd: Rev. Ellen Davis, Minister
Talk Title: Attitude of Gratitude
Kathryn Kalahan, Music Director
A MEXICAN FIESTA PARTY
Last date to register is this Sunday, November 2nd
You can also email Susan Keith at susank@ceilearning.com, to make reservations or ask any questions.
Annual Unity Celebration
Saturday, November 8, 2008
6:30 until midnight
Unity Church of New Hope
A MEXICAN FIESTA
Dinner, dancing, entertainment, doorprizes and more
$20 per person .
Last date to register is this Sunday, November 2nd
You can also email Susan Keith at susank@ceilearning.com, to make reservations or ask any questions.
Annual Unity Celebration
Saturday, November 8, 2008
6:30 until midnight
Unity Church of New Hope
A MEXICAN FIESTA
Dinner, dancing, entertainment, doorprizes and more
$20 per person .
Parents Meeting on November 2 after Church
Parents, grandparents, and others who bring children to Sunday School – be sure to mark your calendars for November 2. Youth and Family Ministries will be holding a meeting immediately after church. Food will be provided and child care. Let's work together to create the best possible opportunity for your child's spiritual development. Please bring your ideas about what you would like to see in our program as well as any input about your child's experiences in class. We welcome loving critique.
Would You Like to Find Out More About Unity
and Possibly Become a Member of Our Church?
Next Meeting on Tuesday, November 4th from 6:30 -- 9:30 PM
Learn more about our church, Unity's beliefs and view a video.
Let Ellen Davis know in advance if you are coming so she will have enough materials.
edavis6927@aol.com
Would You Like to Find Out More About Unity
and Possibly Become a Member of Our Church?
Next Meeting on Tuesday, November 4th from 6:30 -- 9:30 PM
Learn more about our church, Unity's beliefs and view a video.
Let Ellen Davis know in advance if you are coming so she will have enough materials.
edavis6927@aol.com
DON'T MISS REV. LEO BOOTH
November 23rd
Sunday morning Service & Workshop
After the church service is a Thanksgiving Potluck Dinner
Reverend Leo is an internationally acclaimed author, lecturer, and trainer on all aspects of spirituality and recovery from depression, addictions, or compulsive behaviors, and low self-esteem. He holds a Masters degree in Theology from King's College, London, England, and is a Certified Addictions Counselor and a Certified Eating Disorders Counselor, and a Spiritual Consultant to several treatment centers. In addition to specific in-services and lectures on religious addiction and abuse, Reverend Leo presents workshops, lectures, and training on a broad spectrum of issues to a variety of organizations and institutions. He is contributing columnist to several publications. Reverend Leo has appeared on such television shows as The Oprah Winfrey Show, Geraldo, and others.
Reverend Leo was born in England and raised in a home divided by religious arguments. Driven and ambitious, he became one of the youngest rectors in England. He also became an alcoholic. After a drunken car crash in 1977 that led to his treatment for alcoholism, he subsequently devoted his work to helping addicts and others who suffer from low self-esteem. From his work as both minister and an addictions counselor, he has developed a new spiritual model based on Choice, Action, Responsibility, and Empowerment.
UPDATES FOR UNITY CONGREGANT DIRECTORY
Pam Livingston will be updating the Unity Congregant Directory for publication in January, 2009. Please see Pam if you want your information included, have changes to your contact information or want another picture taken or inserted. Information can be e-mailed to her at pam.livingston@yahoo.com.
Building Report
Mik Birze welcomes any help with the kitchen as he continues to install the cabinets. His email is miknbb@yahoo.com, Mark your calendars for November 15th as we begin to move things in from storage and clean up our new space.
Raising Dough for Our Kitchen
If anyone is interested in bringing muffins, doughnuts or pastries on Sunday mornings to sale before church please sign up on the calendar behind the guest sign in table. Please bring goodies 30 minutes before church. "Dough" will be collected on a love offering basis. If you have any questions please contact Anna Shaffer. kevanna@ntin.net
IT (Church Technology) Ministry Team
Lane Pierce is in charge of our church IT Ministry Team--(Thanks Lane). He is working on the church website, Sunday morning recordings and has plans for other possibilities such as podcasting. He would like volunteers to help him so if you have an interest contact Lane at lane@unityofnewhope.org. Thanks, Lane, for all your work in this area....
Recordings of the Sunday services are $5. If you would like to purchase a recording, contact Ellen Davis at edavis6927@aol.com.
WEEKLY CLASSES
Recordings of the Sunday services are $5. If you would like to purchase a recording, contact Ellen Davis at edavis6927@aol.com.
WEEKLY CLASSES
Monday
YOGA
(each Monday at 6:30 PM)
Sue Greenwood , Registered Yoga Teacher and Yoga Therapist
This class is for all levels, anyone who wants t o explore the breath and create space in the body.For more information or to schedule a private therapy session with Sue please e-mail her at su3f@yahoo.com or check out her website at www.sadhanayoga.org
MEDITATION MONDAYS
(each Monday at 7:30 PM)
Lane Pierce, Facilitator
Meditation is good for the mind, body and soul. If you have never participated in a group meditation, it is something to be experienced. Getting to know God is an urge and craving of all beings. Meditation will help you make that connection.
This special program is supported through your love offering and the most important part is your participation. Come to the church or set aside the time and meditate with us from your home if you cannot make it in person. Be a part of something bigger.
http://meditation.meetup.com/504/
Wednesday
Spiritual Discussion Class
10:30 AM Ellen Davis Facilitator
VISIONING CLASS
(each Wednesday 7:30 PM)
Ellen Davis and Lane Pierce Facilitators
The class is currently working on putting their goals in writing to correlate with the images in their books.
Visioning is all about dreaming, fantasizing, clarifying and energizing your life. You decide what it is you want in your life and then begin to envision those things. By collecting and organizing images of items or important words you can surround yourself with images of who you want to become, what you want to have, where you want to live, or where you want to vacation, your life changes to match those images and those desires. Between Ellen's commitment to the system of Visioning and Lane's commitment to goal setting there are many lessons to be learned in any one night of Visioning class.
This class is supported by love offerings.
A Vision Book is really an inventory of your desires - come stock your shelves.
Buddhist Meditation
Wednesday207:00pm
Unity of New Hope now hosts a Buddhist Meditation night. Feel free to come join in with them at 7:00 every Wednesday night.
Sundays, Spirit Quest
6:00 PM
Email Lance and Mary Oliver for a schedule: orbhunterx@yahoo.com,
NEW CLASS ON MONDAY NIGHTS
Artist's Way Cluster
Mondays beginning November 10th
5:30-6:30 pm
Unity Church of New Hope
Participants need to have the book "The Artist's Way" by Julie Cameron (used paperbacks through Amazon start at $7.00)
Co-facilitated by Lisa Reed, Diane Lavin and Cindy Baker
(each Monday at 6:30 PM)
Sue Greenwood , Registered Yoga Teacher and Yoga Therapist
This class is for all levels, anyone who wants t o explore the breath and create space in the body.For more information or to schedule a private therapy session with Sue please e-mail her at su3f@yahoo.com or check out her website at www.sadhanayoga.org
MEDITATION MONDAYS
(each Monday at 7:30 PM)
Lane Pierce, Facilitator
Meditation is good for the mind, body and soul. If you have never participated in a group meditation, it is something to be experienced. Getting to know God is an urge and craving of all beings. Meditation will help you make that connection.
This special program is supported through your love offering and the most important part is your participation. Come to the church or set aside the time and meditate with us from your home if you cannot make it in person. Be a part of something bigger.
http://meditation.meetup.com/504/
Wednesday
Spiritual Discussion Class
10:30 AM Ellen Davis Facilitator
VISIONING CLASS
(each Wednesday 7:30 PM)
Ellen Davis and Lane Pierce Facilitators
The class is currently working on putting their goals in writing to correlate with the images in their books.
Visioning is all about dreaming, fantasizing, clarifying and energizing your life. You decide what it is you want in your life and then begin to envision those things. By collecting and organizing images of items or important words you can surround yourself with images of who you want to become, what you want to have, where you want to live, or where you want to vacation, your life changes to match those images and those desires. Between Ellen's commitment to the system of Visioning and Lane's commitment to goal setting there are many lessons to be learned in any one night of Visioning class.
This class is supported by love offerings.
A Vision Book is really an inventory of your desires - come stock your shelves.
Buddhist Meditation
Wednesday207:00pm
Unity of New Hope now hosts a Buddhist Meditation night. Feel free to come join in with them at 7:00 every Wednesday night.
Sundays, Spirit Quest
6:00 PM
Email Lance and Mary Oliver for a schedule: orbhunterx@yahoo.com,
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