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Unity of the Valley “Igniting a Spiritual Awakening” Rev. Sherry Lady Co-Associate Minister Rev. Inge Tarantola Co-Associate Minister Jon West Music Director Welcome! Embracing the Winds of Change March 2013 Sunday Services at 9 and 11 am www.unityofthevalley.org

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Unity of the Valley “Igniting a Spiritual Awakening”

Rev. Sherry Lady Co-Associate Minister

Rev. Inge Tarantola Co-Associate Minister

Jon West Music Director

Welcome!

Embracing the Winds of Change March 2013

Sunday Services at 9 and 11 am

www.unityofthevalley.org

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WELCOME TO UNITY OF THE VALLEY!

We hope you feel at home with us today and will return soon. CDs of the 11 am Sunday services may be purchased in our Bookstore, or you can listen to the 11 am Sunday service talks by going to our website (www.unityofthevalley.org). Devices for the hearing-impaired are available upon request. Please ask an usher for assistance.

Our Foyer is equipped with speakers so parents who need to attend to their children will not miss any of the service.

Youth and Family Ministry: Children are always welcome at our services, and we encourage parents to

take advantage of our Youth Education classes at 11 am. Childcare is provided for ages infant through Grade 3. Youth Education classes for Unitots (infants through age 4/5), Unikids (Grades K-2), Galileans (Grades 3-5), Uniteens (Grades 6-8), and Y.O.U. teenagers (Grades 9-12) meet in the Fillmore Wing.

Join us in March as we explore these topics:

Sunday, March 3: Listening Sunday, March 10: Walls or Windmills Sunday, March 17: Adjusting Our Sails (with special 10 am presentation & book signing with Sister Helen Prejean) Sunday, March 24 (Palm Sunday): Secrets of Palm Sunday Sunday, March 31 (Easter): The Fullness of Easter: A Communion Service

We Hold Two Sunday Services at Unity of the Valley

Our two services on Sunday provide powerful experiences, yet with contrasting styles. One is contemplative, and the other is more celebratory.

Our 9 am service, Anam Cara, is led by Revs. Sherry Lady and Inge Tarantola. Sharing that which is happy and good, we come together to listen

openly to words of inspiration, uplifting music, and meditative silence. We leave in recognition of each other as soul friends, walking a path that is sacred and love-filled. This we share with others in our lives.

Our 11 am service is an energizing celebration of our community, with uplifting music supported by the Unity music team and band.

Rev. Sherry, Rev. Inge, Jon West, and Special Guests provide powerful messages and heartfelt meditations.

Our Youth and Family Ministry provides a spiritual education program for children and young people during this hour.

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Message from Our Co-Associate Minister Rev. Sherry Lady

Josephine Stout, of Chicago, always thought she was a U.S. citizen. Then, elderly and raising seven grandchildren after losing her three adult children in tragic circumstances, she was suddenly considered an illegal immigrant. It is a

story worth knowing. You can find it online by typing in her name, which will take you to the Chicago Tribune article and to the photo site of her grandchildren.

So, what does that have to do with the month of March? Josephine was born in Ireland, and each year in March I like to learn more about Irish contributions to the world, whatever the size of those contributions may be. I am more inspired by real-life stories than by any other kind, so I do a search each month to find my “person of the month.” Josephine wins hands-down for me this time.

Why? Because, in spite of its shining moments and its gifts, life can be quite a challenge. When I read about someone who was able to overcome incredible circumstances and never lose faith or the determination to succeed, I see what is possible for me also, and I am grateful for that inspiration. Josephine is 90 now, and some of her grandchildren are still at home with her. When they were shaping the Unity movement, Myrtle Fillmore asked, “Who will take care of the children?” She answered with “I will.” I think Myrtle Fillmore and Josephine Stout ­ who also said “I will” ­ would have liked each other. Both answered their call to service in incredible ways. And here at Unity of the Valley we also ask, “Who will take care of the children?” We need you. Talk to me!

With Love, Sherry

Prayer for March Joining Hearts and Voices

In Spirit, we are all one. There is no separation, nothing to keep us apart. Each of us contributes uniquely to the song of the world as we know it at Unity.

The song inside each of us is one of joy, peace, love, and praise for our spiritual home. Our song is guided by the spirit of love in our hearts.

As we share our song with others, we join our hearts and voices in loving harmony, and our community is uplifted.

The music of the winds of change is a composition filled with peace, hope, and the knowledge that all is well.

Thank you, Spirit, for the inspiration and joy of your song of possibilities.

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Message from Our Co-Associate Minister Rev. Inge Tarantola

Dear Friends in Unity,

The topic for this month is Embracing the Winds of Change, and we are indeed facing major changes as we

go through this transition of finding a new minister. Our deepest gratitude goes to Reverend Ed for all the gifts he has brought us. We wish him the very best as he discovers the next steps on his journey. Change is a given. It is what it is, and we must grieve our loss as we adjust to the changes that are taking place. It is comforting to know that Ed will stay in Eugene!

This transition is yet another chance to pull together as a spiritual community ­ an opportunity to minister to one another. Each one of us is invited to share our strengths, skills and talents, to contribute whatever makes our heart sing. Together, we will come out stronger in the end.

This is your opportunity to make a difference. Our commitment is to the Unity teachings and to one another in our spiritual community. We are family as we join together, United we stand in Unity!

God’s Richest Blessings, Inge

Prayer Shawl Ministry Tuesdays, 12:00-1:00 pm

Starting March 12

You are invited to join the circle to knit or crochet a prayer shawl. Don’t know how? No problem! We’ll teach you.

Out of a single stand of yarn, a flowing fabric emerges that will eventually wrap itself around another’s shoulders

and speak love into another’s heart, a visual enveloping expression of the Mystery of love.

These shawls will bless people who are going through a difficult time with a gift

they can wrap around themselves to bring comfort, love and peace.

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The Power of Affirmative Prayer Dear Friends,

March: the month of endings and new beginnings. Standard time gives way to Daylight Savings Time. Winter’s roaring Lion becomes the gentle Lamb of Spring. Daffodils spring out of their winter beds into glorious gold in the garden. Lent, Palm Sunday, and Good Friday lead us into Easter’s celebration. These changes are noted on our calendars, visible to our senses. We are free to ignore or appreciate them. We can respond to them as just the same old stuff, maybe going to church for a change because it seems to be the thing to do at Easter. We can be glad that the rain is no longer as cold as it was in the winter ­ OR,

We can take the outside inside. We can meditate upon the growth process of the daffodil as it rests in winter’s darkness, preparing itself to burst forth in ever expanding beauty in the spring. Is there a connection between us and the daffodil? Do we correspond in any way? Of course! All of creation takes place in, by, and of God. Humankind stands apart from the daffodil and other life forms only because our inheritance includes the power to reason and to choose our beliefs and actions, whereas the daffodil and similar life forms have no such choice. A daffodil must always be a daffodil. An animal relies upon instinct, a human upon intellect.

I choose to let go and let God express through me in wise, kind, and loving ways, so that peace and love and goodness really do begin with me. Care to join me?

Love and Blessings, MaryEllen

Prayer Chain For immediate prayer, you may call Inge Tarantola at 541-343-4181, or any other prayer chain member. A complete list of members is located next to the prayer box in the foyer. Members on the prayer chain immediately pray for you by telephone. These requests are also sent to Silent Unity for 30 days of 24/7 prayer.

You may also call: Silent Unity (800) 669-7729 24 hours a day

Unity of the Valley Dial-a-Prayer 541-345-9913, ext. 7 Unity of the Valley Prayer Chaplaincy Line 541-345-9913, ext. 8

Prayer can neither change God, nor bring His designs into mortal modes, but it can and does change our modes and our false sense

of Life, Love, and Truth, uplifting us to Him ~ Mary Baker Eddy

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Message from Our Music Director

Jon West

In January, I had the joy and honor of joining Revs. Sherry and Inge for our first meeting as a ministerial team. Many other people are essential to our team, but this was just a nuts-and-bolts talk about the immediate needs we needed to fill in the wake of Rev. Ed's

upcoming departure. One need was a theme for the month of March. Sherry suggested Embracing the Winds of Change. Inge and I, knowing better than to argue with divine insight, quickly agreed.

When I think of embracing the winds of change, I envision standing on the bow of a sailing vessel as it glides and plunges ahead toward unknown waters. The sky above is of the deepest blue, with a mountainous cloud or two glinting gold in the sun. The world I knew has broken free of its moorings, and it's all beauty in motion, yet grounded in the invisible, unspeakable power of Spirit. The air is ocean-fresh, and I cannot seem to breath enough of it until I realize that the aching in my chest is not for oxygen. It is the awakened rumbling of the Spirit within. It is the thundering of divine love for all of Life, for existence itself, of which I am a pure spark.

This is the opportunity we are each given: to face the vastness before us with our sails fully raised, receiving every ounce of lift and guidance the winds of Spirit are offering. Our church community is itself a vessel through which we can support each other on this path of transformation. Working together as a committed crew, there is no limit to the number of lives we can change.

My own inspiration of late has been to write some new music for our children to sing with us at the start and end of Sunday services. We are all on this amazing adventure together, each of us with precious gifts to share. I am so looking forward to sharing the ride with you!

With Love, Jon

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A Note from Your Administrator Géna Duel

“Embracing the Winds of Change.” The only constant in life is change. Yet, allowing and flowing with change oftentimes brings up a lot of resistance, especially when I don’t feel I have all the information I “want” to move

through that change. I find myself saying, “Please, God, can’t I have a little consistency?” And, indeed, the consistency is change.

When bigger changes appear, it’s easy to get caught up in, and get more intense with, the day-to-day “to dos” and “lists” I think I “have to” start and finish. Yet, taking a few moments to just STOP, close my eyes, take a few deep breaths, and connect with Spirit completely changes (that consistency thing again) the way in which I am feeling internally about my “to dos,” “lists,” and “have tos” ­ which begins to change how I go about viewing them and doing them. I start to feel more spaciousness internally, which allows me to connect with how I might be viewing the bigger changes happening around me and in me.

So, I say, “Thank You God for change.” I will continue to STOP, close my eyes, take a few deep breaths, and connect with You. I will continue to listen for Your guidance in how to embrace and flow through and with the changes with even more ease.

Here at Unity of the Valley, we are being gifted with another opportunity to flow with change. May we embrace it with love and compassion in our hearts, gratefulness for the gifts Rev. Ed brought to us, and the wisdom and wonder to embrace and explore this newest opportunity of change together with grace and ease.

Hugs, Géna

♥ March is Love-In-Action Volunteer Month ♥

Each year we invite in new volunteer energy and offer current volunteers the opportunity to recommit or to explore another area of service. We have many fun and rewarding volunteer positions and

leadership opportunities at our church. Representatives from each volunteer ministry will be in the Fellowship Hall after the

11 am service on March 3 and March 10 to provide information and to help volunteers sign up. Volunteers will commit to serving for one year.

Please join us in sharing your gifts of service!

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A Message from Your Board/Leadership

Greetings to you from the Board

I am feeling a great sense of gratitude for the members of our community who have stepped forward to serve on our Board. This month, Brian Alexander and

Kate Sutton are rotating off, and Paul Hewitt, Michael Coleman, and Bonnie Chappa are coming on, along with reupping members Bonnie Paquin and Michael Tanner. I am inspired by the individual gifts that these people bring to us. It is a significant commitment to Unity of the Valley. Please share your encouragement with them.

Blessings, John Freshwater

Love-In-Action Volunteer Opportunities

We have a variety of volunteer ministries at Unity of the Valley that would love you to add your love, energy, and expertise:

Angel Network–Serve in practical, supportive, and uplifting ways to individuals and families of our congregation. Bookstore–Greet customers and handle cash register after service on Sundays. Celebration–Annual picnic, ice cream social, new members' luncheon. Church Openers/Closers–Unlock doors and prepare sanctuary and rooms for Sunday services, count love offering after service, and close down church after service. Community Outreach–Assist with community service projects. Facilities and Grounds–Assist with maintenance and upkeep of building and grounds. Hospitality Team–Greet and welcome new attendees after Sunday service. Kitchen Angels–Prepare and serve coffee & cookies after Sunday service. Power Point–Operate PowerPoint computer during Sunday service and occasional special events. Prayer Chaplains–Provide one-on-one prayer after Sunday service and make wellness phone calls. Prayer Ministry–Pray over the prayer requests and participate in a prayer chain for immediate prayer for people in need. Receptionists–Answer phones and do office tasks once a week for 2 hours. Special Events–Set up, sell tickets & books, and close church on day of events. Ushers–Serve once a month, greet congregants, hand out Bulletins, receive offering. Youth & Family–Teachers serve every other week, aides once or more per month.

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News from Youth & Family Ministry

Thank you, Galileans, for your loving exchange of kind words and beautiful red roses with the residents of Good Samaritan Care Center in February. Eyes were bright and hearts light as you returned from that time of giving, and it was easy to see how Spirit worked in and through you that day. Thank you, Alison, for being the devoted leader of these sparkling youth – and for providing the exciting Lumindorf curriculum.

Unikids – it was delightful to watch you smile as you shared all the things and people that you are connected to in your lives. Your work displayed on the wall in the Garden room is delightful. I know you are also enjoying the stories told through the parables in the Bible. Your time of meditation, which includes your Unitots friends sitting in the circle with you, is so special and peaceful and reverent. Thanks, Mark and Barbara, for adding the musical portion to the hour of being together. We appreciate you! Lee, thank you for reading the Bible stories so well. Thank you, Karen, Whitney, and Casey for being so present with the children, and, of course, thank you June, for your quiet, gentle ways and all the planning you do, along with Alison!

Sally and Raymond – Thank you for caring so much about our Uniteens. The difference you are making in their lives is felt and deeply appreciated by all.

Y.O.U.ers ­ We know you are out there, and we haven’t forgotten you. Won’t you help us find that perfect person(s) to be with you and expand your group?

We are here to support you in having what you would like to have for your experience at Unity, and we could use your assistance in making it happen.

Parents – Thank you for sharing your children with us. It is our pleasure to be with them. Won’t you join us? You’ll be glad you did!

To quote a saying from the past: We are making the best better! Love, Sherry Lady

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Donovan Johnson Concert Sunday, March 17, at 1 pm

Donovan Johnson, a contemporary, New Thought pianist, will be bringing an afternoon of laughter and excitement to

Unity of the Valley. His original music will stir your emotions, and his stories will inspire your mind. Great fun for all ages!

Donovan will also be our special guest musician at the 11 am service on March 17!

Calling All Voices!

Come and Join the Easter Choir

Come and share your voice with Unity. Rehearsals are Sundays, March 10 & 24 (12:30 - 2 pm) and

Saturdays, March 16 & 30 (10 am - Noon). Performance is Easter, March 31.

Sign up in the foyer, or for more information, call Katherine Conrad (541-484-9341).

Living Your Best Life: The Unity Way Tuesdays, March 5-April 2 - 7:00 to 9:00 pm

In this 5-week course, we will learn how to put Unity teachings to use to make life easier and more fulfilling in our:

Finances Jobs and careers Families and other relationships Physical and mental health Experience of true personal empowerment Increased understanding of our inherent spiritual power

Facilitated by Rev. Sherry Lady and Rev. Inge Tarantola. Materials provided. Donation basis. Sign up in the foyer!

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Sister Helen Prejean Comes to Unity Author of Dead Man Walking Sunday, March 17–10 am

Special Presentation

Sister Helen Prejean has been instrumental in sparking international dialogue on the death penalty and helping to shape the Catholic Church’s newly vigorous opposition to state executions. At the age of 40, she realized that being on the side of poor people was an essential part of the Gospel. She moved into the St. Thomas Housing Project in New Orleans and began working at Hope House. During this time, she was asked to correspond with a death row inmate. She agreed, and became his spiritual adviser.

A dying man is alone, except for the love of a Catholic sister. He is a castaway, considered untouchable and worthy of death by his society. The nun comforts him and says, "I can't bear the thought that you would die without seeing one loving face. I will be the face of Christ for you." She is Sister Helen Prejean, a Sister of St. Joseph of Medaille. He is one of four convicted of murder whom she has accompanied to the death chamber in Louisiana.

She is the author of Dead Man Walking: An Eyewitness Account of the Death Penalty in the United States, published in 1993. The book became a best seller, was nominated for a Pulitzer Prize, and spawned an Oscar-winning movie and an internationally-acclaimed opera.

Palm Sunday & Easter at Unity of the Valley at 9 & 11 am

Secrets of Palm Sunday

with hand-bathing ceremony

How does the story of Palm Sunday relate to our 21st-century lives? We will explore this in a way that will touch–and tickle–your heart. Then, through the ceremonial washing of hands in pure water, we will symbolically be reborn, prepared anew to serve from a deeper well of consciousness.

The Fullness of Easter: A Communion Service

This sacred service is a beautiful feast for the soul and body that also includes meditation, prayer and chanting. We will have performances by our Easter Choir under the direction of Katherine Conrad. Selections include the world premier of Jon West's first choral piece, "The Song of the Thrush," based on the actual melody sung by Swainson's Thrush.

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Become a Member of Unity of the Valley

We will welcome new members into our church on Sunday, April 7, at the 11 am service.

Our New Member Orientation class is required prior to joining. This class is offered on:

Saturday, April 6, 9:30 am - 2:30 pm (lunch provided)

If you have attended either Foundations of Unity or The Unity Way of Life class, only the afternoon session of the Orientation Class is required.

If you have not attended either of these classes, both the morning and afternoon orientation sessions are required. Please sign up in the foyer.

Parsnips, the Musical

A leggy brunette, Dancing parsnips,

And a defunct cannery.

These things don't belong together ­OR­ do they??? Creative playwright Joey White has the answer, and you can discover their common base on April 6 and 7, when the Coming Alive Players

present their annual spring musical comedy production. Stay tuned for more Ordnary (that's not a misspell!) details. There is nothing ordinary about this fun-filled production, as you will discover. Come and join us!

Parsnip lovers of Unity, arise! This is your shining hour!

Volunteer Appreciation Event Is In April This Year

We usually hold our annual Volunteer Appreciation event in March each year. This year, we will be holding it in April.

This is one of your staff’s favorite events – a time for us to love on, and express our appreciation to, all our wonderful

volunteers for your time and service to Unity.

Stay tuned for more information!

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Choosing Life Agreements Tuesdays, 1:00-3:00 pm (April 9-May 7)

This class is based on the book, The Four Agreements, by Don Miguel Ruiz.

Its words of wisdom will allow us to identify self-limiting beliefs, and to transform them into empowering tools to live by.

We will share our experiences and study these four statements as a way to greater joy and freedom, and to clear up

misperceptions and improve our relationships.

Offered on a love-offering basis. Meets in the Fillmore Wing. SEE credits available. Teacher: Rev. Inge Tarantola.

This is an interactive class that includes demonstrations of various approaches to praying for ourselves and others, and gives the opportunity to learn by doing.

This class can start or enhance your prayer life and show the way to transformation. It is also required if you wish to participate in the Prayer Chaplaincy Ministry, and is strongly recommended for participation in the Taizé ministry.

Facilitated by Rev. MaryEllen Avis & Rev. Inge Tarantola. Required text: Come Apart for Awhile (available in class). Love-offering basis. Sign up in the foyer today!

Prayer Works Wonders Saturday, April 20, 9 am-4 pm and Sunday, April 21, 1:30-4:30 pm

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Weekly Meditation, Prayer Circles, & Study Groups See our website (www.unityofthevalley.org) for more information

on any of our ongoing circles or study groups.

SPIRITUAL PARTNERSHIP (Fillmore Wing) Sundays, 10:00-10:45 AM. This class,

facilitated by MaryEllen Avis, is based on the book, Spiritual Partnership,

by Gary Zukav, who reveals a profound new relationship dynamic that

enables us to reach our full potential and create authentic power – the

fulfilling and joyful life that is calling to us all. Come and explore with us!

Love-offering basis.

AFTER-SERVICE DISCUSSION & SPIRITUAL PRACTICE GROUP (Fillmore Wing)

Sundays, 12:30-1:10 PM. Come and explore questions that have arisen

from the Sunday topic, and experience group prayer and the deepening

of the message from the service.

MEDITATION CIRCLES (Fillmore Wing) Mon, 5:30-6:30 PM/Thurs, 5:30-6:45 PM

The Monday group welcomes all meditation approaches and drop-ins.

The Thursday group practices “Passage Meditation” as taught by Eknath

Easwaran. For more information, contact Laurie Cracraft (541-345-7563).

METAPHYSICAL STUDIES (Harmony Room) Tuesdays, 10:00-11:15 AM.

Fundamentals of Metaphysics is an exploration of the commonly held

metaphysical principles and concepts inherent in our Unity system of

thought. Judy Richardson (541-484-1958) and Janet Chandler (541-485-

5235) facilitate this group.

A COURSE IN MIRACLES (Fillmore Wing) Wednesdays,10:00-11:45 AM.

facilitated by Valerie Keartes (541-914-0431). Drop-ins are welcome.

PROSPERITY IN PHILOSOPHY & PRACTICE (Harmony Room)

Mondays, 7:00-9:00 PM. Come and join this group in practicing how to

permanently transform resistance, fear, and lack into a living flow of

abundance. Love-offering basis.

SPIRITUAL EXPLORATION (Garden Room) Wednesdays, 10:00-11:15 AM.

This group is currently studying the Roots of the American

Transcendentalist Movement. All are welcome at any time. Love-offering

basis.

OPEN HEART MEDITATION (Peace Chapel) Wednesdays, 12:00-12:30 PM.

Join Valerie Keartes in this beautiful experience of opening your heart to

feel the complete and continuous Love of the Divine. Everyone is

welcome!

COMING ALIVE THEATER GROUP (Sanctuary) Thursdays, 7:00-8:30 PM.

Come and practice, and learn more about improvisation, reader’s

theater, and other drama activities. Everyone is invited to join in on the

fun! No experience necessary. For more information, contact Gary or

Sunny (541-461-5663) or Sherry (541-485-6874).

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Ongoing Monthly Groups & Events at Unity

We offer a wide variety of activities, classes, and workshops here at

Unity. This is a brief list of just some of our ongoing activities. For an up-

to-date list, check our website (www.unityofthevalley.org).

TAIZÉ SERVICE (Sanctuary) First Sunday, 9:00 AM.

This service for healing and wholeness is from the tradition of the Taizé

spiritual community in France. The heart of the service is the singing

and music, which unite all people in common prayer. All are

welcome to join in the circle of healing.

SACRED FEMININE FOCUS GROUP (Fillmore Wing) First & Third Monday,

7:00-8:30 PM. This gathering is a wonderful opportunity for women to

come together in fellowship, and to honor the divine in everyone.

Open to all women. (No gathering on the first Monday in March.)

MEN OF UNITY The Men of Unity Group is currently focused on

community projects. For more information on how you can

participate, please call John Freshwater at 541-895-3214.

HEALING THE SEXUAL/SPIRITUAL SPLIT (Fillmore Wing) Second & Fourth

Monday, 7:00-8:30 PM. Join us for this group healing experience.

GETTING INTO ACTION (Fillmore Wing) First & Third Wednesday,

7:00-9:30 PM. This group explores the question, “Where on earth are

we going, and what can we do about it?,” what this vision means for

you and your community, and how to create a sustainable and just

future. Suggested donation of $10. (No one turned away.)

Facilitated by David Spinney.

SOUL OF THE HEART SACRED CIRCLE (Fillmore Wing) Second & Fourth

Thursday, 7:00-9:00 PM. Using Hellinger's Systemic Constellation Work

and sacred ceremony, this experiential process works at a deep soul

level. This heart-based approach brings more immediate and lasting

impact than techniques that address the mind alone. Suggested

donation: $20. (No one turned away.) For more information, contact

Catherine VanWetter at 541-760-6959.

SHAMANIC EVENING (Sanctuary) First Friday, 7:00-9:00 PM.

Come and join us as we gather together to celebrate Spirit through

drumming and sound. Bring your drums and rattles. Drop-ins are

welcome! For more information, call Sunny or Gary at 541-461-5663.

Your imagination is your preview

to life’s coming attractions. ~Albert Einstein

Daylight Savings Begins on March 10

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THE MISSION OF UNITY OF THE VALLEY IS To celebrate and express the light and love of God

in each other and all things.

WE VALUE

Love Peace Healing Integrity Worship Gratitude Beauty Learning Service Inclusion Prayer Joy Community Commitment Fun Prosperity

and the Sacredness of all life

UNITY’S BASIC BELIEFS

1. There is one Presence and one Power: God, the Absolute Good.

2. All human beings have a spark of divinity—the Christ Consciousness—within us.

3. What we think, feel, and believe creates our experience of our world.

4. Affirmative prayer and meditation heighten our connection with God.

5. We must live the Truth that we know in order to demonstrate goodness in our lives.

CONTACT INFO

3912 Dillard Rd. (39th & Hilyard St.), Eugene, OR 97405 Office: (541) 345-9913 Fax: (541) 345-9182

www.unityofthevalley.org

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Géna Duel, Administrator

BOOKSTORE

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BOARD OF TRUSTEES

John Freshwater, President Barbara McKie, Vice President

Bill Hirsh, Treasurer Michael Tanner, Trustee

Avonelle Kluessendorf, Trustee Bonnie Paquin, Trustee

Michael Coleman, Trustee Paul Hewett, Trustee

Bonnie Chappa, Trustee