Unity Church Events

Message Titles and Concepts

Talk Themes for March

March 7, 14, and 21 we continue in our 5-part series for LENT: If You Want to Walk on Water, You've Got to Get Out of the Boat! Remembering that LENT is an acronym meaning Let Energy Now Transform, we are engaging fully in our miraculous, metaphorical, walk on water. We find this story in the Gospel of Matthew, Chapter 14. But what does walking on water mean to each of us?

• Walking on water means facing your fears and choosing not to let fear have the last word.
• Walking on water means discovering and embracing the unique calling of God in your life.
• Walking on water means experiencing the power of God in your life to do something you would not be capable of doing on your own.

Some questions we will ask and answer are WHAT is the boat? WHAT will the storm look like and WHAT does it represent?

Instead of a Lent of giving up stuff and being gloomy, we will be energized by experiencing the presence of God within us.

March 28 Palm Sunday "Is a man on a donkey a triumphant entry into a city?"

The entry of Jesus is a counter-demonstration, intentional and purposeful in contrast to the triumphant parade of Pontius Pilate, in imperial splendor, on the other side of town. We are naive if we do not think that Jesus knew exactly what he was doing. He was making a point. What point do you think he was making? And what does it mean to you?

Talk Themes for April

April 4 Easter Sunday "He is Risen!" Do the Facts Really Tell the Story?

Controversy continues over whether or not Jesus rose from the dead. Scholars analyze every aspect of the stories in Scripture and propound their theories. Theologians scrutinize the meaning of the theories. We the people ask ourselves the important question, "What does this have to do with me?" Easter was often an excuse for a new outfit, a brunch out with friends and family, a return (at last!) to whatever we had given up for Lent. And yet it is so much more. It is the very model for our own lives. It is why we celebrate more than just the facts.

April 11, 18, 25 and May 2 The Paradoxical Commandments

A paradox is a seeming contradiction, something that seems contrary to public opinion. There is the famous one, "No good deed goes unpunished." Huh? Good deeds are supposed to be rewarded, right? A paradox is something that seems to contradict common sense and yet is true. Somewhat like the phrase, "Feel the fear, and do it anyway" as you jump into the deep end of the pool to LEARN how to swim!

We all know the original Ten Commandments and they offer us solid truth with which to guide our lives, but here are Ten Commandments for the 21st century to help us find personal meaning in a crazy world.

Special Service on Good Friday

A communion and hands-on healing service will be held on Good Friday at 7:00 P.M. in the sanctuary. The theme for the lesson will be "In Light and Love" and a look at the "goodness" of Good Friday will be explored. Bread and grape juice will be shared and followed by a healing service of Laying on Hands by the minister. Come and be refreshed and uplifted in sharing God's Presence.

Life Activation
(22-Strand DNA Activation)

AWAKEN the huge POTENTIAL inside YOU !!!
through a gentle, Light process.

Charlie Goedken has been initiated as a Teacher and Guide within the Hierarchy of Light in a valid Mystery School tradition. Charlie has been doing this Activation since 2002. The Modern Mystery School: www.modernmysteryschool.com

The Activation is a powerful and magical process, tremendously empowering. The Work was brought through the ages by the Modern Mystery School, whose tools and teachings have existed for thousands of years. The Activation is on the leading edge of work to maximize your potential as a spiritual being having a physical experience.

This Work is:

• A sacred and powerful energetic process that gives you more access to your innate wisdom.
• An Activation that has existed for thousands of years, having a profound effect on people's lives.
• A process that works with the highest source of Light, Divine Love.
• A gift that gives you more of what makes you 'you', and strengthens that foundation.
• A once-and-done process.

Labyrinth Cafe Coffeehouse

Featuring Janie Womack and Julie Lowery

Saturday, March 13
6:30 - 9:30 PM
Unity Church, Fellowship Hall
927 Wertzville Road, Enola, PA 17025

Come to Unity of Harrisburg for an early spring Bar-B-Q with all the fixings. Enjoy wonderful music by Janie and Julie and eat great home cooked food for $8.00 and a love donation for our musical talent. Support our church and have a wonderful evening to socialize.

"What Queen Esther Knew" - a Retreat for Women

This retreat will be conducted by Rev. Linda Dominik at Unity Church on Saturday, May 1, 9:00am to 5:00 pm. Using the Book of Esther, queen of Persia, leader of her people, and heroine, she offers us insight on how to live in our society, our family, and our spiritual community.

Esther's story is timeless and its spiritual principles are as relevant today as we make choices to live boldly and live big, in serving God. Music will be presented by Kate McCutchan. This could be the ultimate Wise Women "koffee klatch."

The day will begin with a Continental breakfast and lunch will be provided. Reservations will close Sunday, April 18th. Make your reservation today by calling the church at 717-732-9773. The cost is $50. Watch the Sunday Bulletin for more details.

Pamela Whitman
Beautiful Journey
Peaceful Flute Songs From Around The World

Friday, April 16
7 PM
Unity Church of Harrisburg
$15 Donation

Multi-Flutist Pamela Whitman transports audiences on a journey of the heart and spirit with her collection of rare flutes from around the world. This contemplative concert features indigenous melodies and original music for Gandhi, Martin Luther King Junior, and Cesar Chavez interwoven with the peace teachings of the masters to inspire audiences to the transformative power of peace that dwells within their own being.

Beautiful Journey is Pamela Whitman at her best – soaring, original interpretations of flute songs culled from the artist’s world travel adventures. Pamela has devoted her career to connecting people and cultures through music. Beautiful Journey is a musical celebration of the peace leaders that have been and the great peace that is within.

“For Pamela, music is a beautiful medium to reach God. She touches the human soul with her flute.”
New Generation Magazine, Nepal

“Pamela Whitman has found a way to consistently present new and unique musical visions based on the sounds and styles of diverse and time honored indigenous cultures world wide.”
A&R L.A. Rock Scene

www.pamelawhitman.com

View photos from our 2009 Health and Wellness Day

Meditative Prayer Sunday Service

Prayer is a core foundation of Unity. Having a time to go within to make and fortify our connection to the God within is as important as making prayer requests. We will have four prayer services during the year. The service will be created to raise our energy with song including the use of crystal bowls and various instruments. There will be a short message to give focus and inspiration, including time to sit in the silence. The Prayer Team may be part of the Meditative Prayer Services.

Dates of Service:   May 30

Drumming Circle

Kate McCutchan will be holding a drumming circle in the church sanctuary on the last Sunday of each month. We will meet a 12:30 and drum for an hour in the sanctuary. Bring your drums and noise-makers and join us for a love-offering circle of rhythm and joy. Drumming is known to have therapeutic effects; more than that, it's just plain FUN! If you don't have a drum, call Kate at 732-4814, as she does have several extra. Next dates are March 28 and April 25.

Bookstore News

The Book Store, located beside the church sanctuary, offers all books needed for upcoming classes at a discount cost. Books can be purchased after the 10:00 a.m. Sunday service. We continue to get new items in the store and, as always, we have Giant Food cards available. The church receives a percentage of the card sales.