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News from Unity of Arlington
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Vision:
Knowing we are One, we celebrate peace,
compassion, and equality for all.
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Mission:
We empower people to live thriving spiritual lives.
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UPCOMING SUNDAY SERVICES
Sunday, January 7, 2024
“White Stone Ceremony”
11am, Rev. Anne Tabor
Sanctuary & Livestream
Sunday, January 14, 2024
“We Are a Part of It All”
11am, Rev. Kit Holmes, Guest Speaker
Sanctuary & Livestream
New Five-Part Sunday Series: Unity in a Nutshell 2024
Sunday, January 21, 2024
Unity in a Nutshell #1:
“What Does God Do All Day?”
11am Rev. Anne Tabor
Sanctuary & Livestream
Sunday, January 28, 2024
Unity in a Nutshell #2:
Imago Dei: “Copy That!”
11am Rev. Anne Tabor
Sanctuary & Livestream
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In-person:
- "Love your neighbor." We invite you to watch online if you're not feeling well and stay home if you've been exposed to COVID.
- Please be mindful and respectful of people's comfort level with regard to physical space and contact.
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“White Stone Ceremony”
11am, Rev. Anne Tabor
Sanctuary & Livestream
Join us for a truly inspiring White Stone Ceremony as Rev. Anne leads us in this beloved Unity tradition! This is your special moment to tune into the still small voice of Spirit allowing you to discern your unique guidance for the New Year ahead and beyond.
During this sacred service, you will be given a Jerusalem White Prayer Stone upon which you will write your new spiritual name—a profound act that sets the stage for a spiritually enriched and joyous 2024! This is a deeply moving experience.
As we draw from the words of Revelation 2:17, “Let anyone who has an ear listen to what the Spirit is saying to the churches,” we wholeheartedly invite you to heed the inner call of Spirit.
Join us for this transformative service and let the White Stone Ceremony introduce you to a New Year of clarity and spiritual enlightenment!
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Guest Artist
Rev. Kit Homes
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“We Are a Part of It All”
11am, Rev. Kit Holmes, Guest Speaker
Sanctuary & Livestream
We’ve released the old beliefs that no longer serve us and we’ve engraved our White Stones with our new names. So, what’s next? How do we stay in the mystical momentum of our divine evolution when things get messy?
See details below about Rev. Kit's House Concert! 🎹
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Unity of Arlington
2023 Board of Trustees
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YOUR COMMUNITY
Opportunities and Upcoming Events
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Book Study – The Simple Truth – Part 4
Thursdays, January 25th – February 29th
7pm – 8:30pm, CT, on Zoom
Rev. Anne Tabor
Join Rev. Anne for Part 4 of this six-week book study based on the Unity classic, The Simple Truth: Making Sense of God, Life & Other Stuff by Mary-Alice and Richard Jafolla.
*Registration is now open. Please see details below.
In this course, you will learn a concise, basic understanding of Unity metaphysics in a user-friendly and humorous way. It is perfect for new Truth students or anyone who wants to reflect on Unity spiritual principles.
The Simple Truth includes twenty-four short, stimulating chapters that offer explanations of fundamental spiritual subjects such as the nature of God, spirit, soul, and body; God's laws of cause and effect, of love, and of prosperity; heaven and hell; Jesus, the Christ, and the Holy Spirit; the creating power of thoughts and words; prayer and meditation; faith, gratitude, and forgiveness.
This book study is for you if you are ready to engage and participate fully in a practical, inspirational, and fun way to create a better spiritual life.
In Part 4, we will cover these six chapters—one chapter per session:
19 – Don’t Sweat It—Forget It
20 – Being Grateful
21 – I Am Prosperous
22 – Love Holds the World Together
23 – What Is This Thing Called Faith?
24 – Why Am I Here?
Online Course: $90 (for all 6 classes!)
We’re on Zoom so you can participate from anywhere!
Please note: Taking Part 1, 2, or 3 is not a prerequisite for Part 4. However, you do need to read chapters 1 thru 18 in the book
*Registering and paying for the course is a two-step process.
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*STEP 1: TO COMPLETE REGISTRATION FOR THE SIX-WEEK COURSE CLICK BELOW
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*STEP 2: TO PAY FOR THE SIX-WEEK COURSE CLICK THE BUTTON BELOW, SELECT "OTHER AMOUNT" AND INPUT $90
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You can find the book through many online outlets such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Half Price Books, eBay, or the Unity Store.
*If you need help to register, please connect with Linda Newberry in the church office. Email: admin@unityofarlington.org Phone: 817/465-5151
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Our Unity of Arlington Board of Trustees cordially invites you to join us for a potluck lunch!
Join us for a Fellowship Sunday potluck at Garden Lane Center on Sunday, January 28, 2024, immediately following Sunday service.
Those attending Sunday services can sign up in person to bring a dish, but you do not have to bring a dish to join in the fellowship and fun! Sign-up sheets will be available Sunday, January 7th, 14th, and 21st.
For more information, please contact Catherine Smith: catsmith143@gmail.com.
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Kit Holmes' masterful songwriting and performance chops shine in this intimate solo acoustic show. It's just Kit, her voice and a piano!
Don't miss this rare opportunity to experience the incredible range of Kit Holmes' musical talents. This is where you get to hear the songs that "don't get played in church" and the stories behind them! This very special, not-to-be-missed performance showcases Kit's original genre-blending blues, folk, pop, jazz and comedic cabaret tunes.
Just getting to know Kit's music? Visit www.kitholmesinc.com to listen!
SEATING is LIMITED to 25 guests
RSVP required to reserve your seats and get the address of the venue. Previous glitches with the sign-up have been resolved. If you tried and were not able to sign up, please try again!
NOTE: One person per RSVP - in other words, you can't reserve 2 or more seats in one RSVP. So SORRY!!! (It's an EventBrite "thing" for this type of event).
Tickets: Suggested donation $20 - more if you can, less if you can't!
DETAILS ABOUT THE VENUE / SHOW:
- BYOB and snacks (bring some to share!)
- DOORS open at 6:30pm - grab a seat, mix and mingle
- Concert at 7:00pm
- Casual attire - you do you!
- Kit's music and merch (including the awesome 2024 collaborative Fine Art Wall Calendar, "As You Are You Are Enough") will be available for purchase
- This is an intimate, acoustic house concert (not a house party). You're here for the music!
See you there!!
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Unity of Arlington Has an Opening
For a New Music Director
As many of you know, our beloved Mike Garvey, our Music Director, will be stepping down in late January to move to Colorado. This has created an opening for a new Music Director.
This is a paid, part-time position, reporting to Reverend Anne.
Our new Music Director loves the universal power music has to positively impact people’s lives, has a big heart for “doing church” as a worship leader, and has the creative vision to skillfully manage our music department and coordinate our tech team.
Having an understanding of our Unity spiritual principles, our new Music Director is called to practice these teachings through the sacred service of continuing to co-create a fun and fabulous music program here at Unity of Arlington!
For more details about the job description, please email your resume to admin@unityofarling.org with Music Director Position in the subject line and a cover letter stating your interest.
Thank you for holding the prayerful vision with us that the right and perfect Music Director is coming forth with ease, grace, and enthusiasm! 🎶
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Working for Survivors of Domestic Abuse
Hagar’s Heart works in partnership with domestic violence organizations in North Texas to provide self-care support and well-being to survivors of domestic violence.
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Youth & Family Ministry
Bring your kids and invite them to bring a friend!
We look forward to seeing you!
YFM Director Co-Leaders
Ana Coca: 972/742-0109
Marty Carter: 682/266-8480
For more info about our Youth Program, visit our YFM page:
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Dance Fitness Class
Tuesdays and Thursdays
10am–11am, in GLC
Come experience the joy of movement, the perfect elixir for the body, mind and brain! Tana Monaco will be leading this dance exercise class with a variety of music including Latin, contemporary and oldies. She draws from her dancing avocation that includes 10+ years of teaching experience in aerobic dancing, Zumba and group fitness. She is a certified Zumba and Group Fitness Instructor.
Contact Tana at: 505-690-4332
Email: tana.monaco@gmail.com
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"Divine Audacity"
by Linda Martella-Whitsett
Book Study Group
Tuesdays, 1:30pm - 3pm, Zoom
Join Rev. Gloria Cox for the book study on Zoom. In this session, they are studying "Divine Audacity-Dare to Be the Light of the World" by Linda Martella-Whitsett.
Contact Rev. Gloria at: 817-472-5655 for more information and the Zoom link.
Click here to purchase Divine Audacity on Amazon.
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A Course in Miracles - Study Group
Fridays, 10am - 12n, in GLC
Led by June Alexander, the group begins each session with a daily devotional, studies from the text, and then uses the workbook to learn how to put what they have studied into practice.
Contact June at: 817-572-2532
Click here to purchase A Course in Miracles on Amazon.
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FOR YOUR VIEWING PLEASURE
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In case you missed
last Sunday's message
"Burning Bowl Service"
Rev. Anne Tabor
December 31, 2023
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Be Prepared This Winter
Get Free At-home COVID-19 Tests
(cnet.com, Dec. 14, 2023)
As seasonal weather approaches, the federal government is offering another set of free rapid COVID-19 tests for households in the US. Every home is eligible to order an additional 4 free at-home tests. If you did not already order tests this fall, you may place two orders for a total of 8 tests. Your order of COVID tests is completely free – you won’t even pay for shipping.
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Archived Sunday
Messages and Meditations
Have you missed any of Rev. Anne's Sunday messages or meditations? Or, would you like to hear one again? You can! They are archived on our website, unityofarlington.org, under the heading "Services." You can also find our Facebook Live Sunday Services archived on our Unity of Arlington Facebook page, as well as on our YouTube channel.
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Reverend Anne Tabor, M.Div., is available by appointment for spiritual counseling sessions at Unity of Arlington in a safe and supportive environment. As an ordained Unity minister, Rev. Anne, offers spiritual counseling to individuals seeking a deeper under-standing of themselves and their divine power within to solve life's challenges. Spiritual counseling can help if there is a need for inspiration, crisis support, or healing in any area of your life. Prayer and meditation are an integral part of Unity's spiritual principles, and an essential practice in realizing the answers we seek. We believe in the transformative power of affirmative prayer. You are a unique expression of God. Spiritual counseling will remind you of that!
Spiritual counseling is offered on a love offering basis. While no specific fee is expected or suggested, we do invite each person to leave a love offering. For more details, please call the church office 817-467-5151.
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CELEBRATE JANUARY BIRTHDAYS!
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January 4
January 9
January 10
January 14
January 20
January 23
January 25
January 31
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Sarah Starkey
Jerry Rawlinson
Maxine Owen
Doug Riggs
Dennis Harris
Steve Morris
Nancy May
Charmaine Clay
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!
If you don't see your birthday included, please let us know and we'll add it to our list!
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WE ARE A TITHING SPIRITUAL COMMUNITY
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In November, Unity of Arlington tithed 10% to:
- Unity World Headquarters
- Unity Worldwide Ministries
- Silent Unity
- World Central Kitchen (for Ukraine)
- World Central Kitchen (for Mideast: Gaza/Israel)
For more information on Unity World Headquarters, click here.
For more information on Unity Worldwide Ministries, click here.
For more information on Silent Unity, click here.
For more information on World Central Kitchen, click here.
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We are so grateful for your loving commitment to our spiritual community.
Here are ways that you can support Unity of Arlington through your tithes, donations, and love offerings. Recurring giving is a great way to donate through PayPal and Tithely!
- Give online by clicking here: Donate
- Text-to-Give through Tithely by texting the word GIVE (with no quotes) to 844-363-7894 and follow the prompts on your phone.
- Give using the Tithely Mobile App, just download the GREEN Tithely app (not the blue one) from your app store.
- USPS: mail your check to 3525 S. Bowen Road, Arlington TX 76016. Please remember to include your first and last name, your mailing address, and your cell phone number so we an allocate your contribution accurately.
Thank you, God!
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