Newsletter for May 20, 2022

WEEKLY AFFIRMATION - "I begin my journey of forgiveness."

Watch the Sunday Service LIVE on Unity of Arlington's FaceBook Page and YouTube Channel.

 
 
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MAY
The Power of Power:
The ability to master, have dominion and control.
 
"I have the power to create my world."
 
 
May 19, 2022
 
~Weekly Affirmation~
 
"I begin my journey of forgiveness."
 
A Positive Path for Spiritual Living
 
 
Sunday Services
11:00 AM Celebration Service
*Facebook Live and YouTube
 
 
Rev. Anne Tabor
Senior Minister
 
3525 S. Bowen Road
Arlington, TX 76016
817-467-5151
 
Vision:
Knowing we are One, we celebrate peace,
compassion, and equality for all.
 
Mission:
We empower people to live thriving spiritual lives.
 
CURRENT EVENTS
 
Upcoming Services
 
Sunday Message Series: Simple Southern Spirituality
(A Down-to-Earth Guide About God)
 
Sunday, May 22, 2022
“Bless Your Heart”
11am, Rev. Anne Tabor
Hybrid Service (online and in-person)
 
Sunday, May 29, 2022
“Livin’ High on the Hog”
11am, Rev. Anne Tabor
Hybrid Service (online and in-person)
 
Safety Protocols for In-Person:
  • Proof of vaccination with booster - no mask required.
  • Without proof of vaccination - KN95 mask required.
  • 50% occupancy. FCFS.
  • We use a large pink dot sticker to indicate an individual’s willingness to hug.
  • Our Youth & Family Ministry remains paused for in-person gatherings until further notice.
  • Please watch online if you're not feeling well.
 
 
Mike Garvey will be performing fifteen minutes of fabulous prelude music on our livestream from the sanctuary this Sunday at 10:45am, CT!
 
Simple Southern Spirituality
"Bless Your Heart"
Sunday, May 22, 2022
11am, Rev. Anne Tabor
Hybrid Service (online and in-person)
 
“Bless your heart” is one of the most versatile southern phrases you will ever hear! The meaning often depends on the tone of voice—which is why you might be wondering—is it an affirmative prayer? Join Rev. Anne for the 4th message in her five-part series, Simple Southern Spirituality, as we discover what it takes to be well-versed in practicing the language of “bless your heart.”
 
 
Guest Artist
 
Jayden Russell
 
Simple Southern Spirituality
“Livin' High on the Hog”
Sunday, May 29, 2022
11am, Rev. Anne Tabor
Hybrid Service (online and in-person)
 
Is “Livin’ high on the hog” a good thing? Join Rev. Anne for the conclusion of her five-part series, Simple Southern Spirituality, and the real meaning behind living your best life. Even with all of life’s major plot twists and turns, it’s never too late to redefine what matters most.
 
Unity of Arlington
Board of Trustees
 
Catherine Smith - President (817-929-1368) - catsmith143@gmail.com
Lori Foster - Vice President (817-235-4303) - foster-lori@sbcglobal.net
Shirley Cobb - Secretary (817-475-5120) - cobbshirley@sbcglobal.net
Brenda Snay Matthew -Treasurer (214-923-9522) bsnay@snayconsulting.com
Aminia Baruti - Member (313-912-7763) - barutiimhotep@yahoo.com
Mary Muessle - Member (301-529-6843) - marymuessle@hotmail.com
Julie West - Member (469-569-0446) - westjulianam@gmail.com
 
*If you have any questions or comments
please reach out to connect with a Board member.
We Are A Tithing Spiritual Community
In March Unity of Arlington tithed a total of 10% to:
  • Unity World Headquarters
  • Unity Worldwide Ministries
  • Daily Word
  • TruthUnity.net
  • Unity South Central Region
  • EmPower Music
  • Safe Haven Women's Shelter
  • Sister City of Arlington (aid for Ukraine)
For more information on Unity World Headquarters, click here.
For more information on Unity Worldwide Ministries, click here.
For more information on Daily Word, click here
For more information on TruthUnity.net, click here.
For more information on Unity South Central Region, click here.
For more information on EmPower Music, click here.
For more information on Safe Haven Women's Shelter, click here.
 
Treasurer's Report as of 4/30/2022
Gross Revenue   $73,254.85
Net Income      -$3,669.73
 
For more information, please contact Brenda Snay Matthew at: bsnay@snayconsulting.com
 
YOUR COMMUNITY
Opportunities and Upcoming Events
The AntiRacism Institute issues the following statement regarding the Buffalo massacre...
 
Saturday, May 14th, a racially motivated shooter killed 10 people and injured 3 other shoppers at a TOPS Supermarket in Buffalo, NY. 11 of the 13 people who were shot are black. The media will report this in a series of predictable articles: the shooter’s background, stories about the people whose lives were lost, the neighborhood, social media, gun laws, the usuals … 
 
This is not the time to normalize, but to mobilize.
 
While legislation is needed, we cannot legislate away hate and violence. It requires more of us.
 
First, let us realize the pain of this unspeakable tragedy is different for people in black and brown bodies than for people in white bodies. 
 
People in black and brown bodies may see this through a lens of safety. It’s not safe to jog on the streets, walk in the parks, go to school, drive a car, help a black friend, and now – it’s not safe to shop for groceries.
 
Caring people in white bodies may ask, “How can I comfort those most affected by this tragedy?” and “How can I stop this violence from happening again?” 
 
From our common humanity, we grieve. We focus on Buffalo and mourn the dead. We imagine the empty seats, the pain felt by families who lost a loved one, the impact on the community, and neighboring businesses. We seek ways to comfort those immediately affected by this tragedy, and we pray for healing. 
 
To black and brown people, keep breathing. White people are waking up. Believe, yet again, in the dream of freedom, that it is possible for white people to genuinely care for what you need, and to stand with you in solidarity. 
 
To white people, it is time to learn some things that require courage. It is time for uncomfortable conversations and to learn how different life is in the United States for people living in black and brown bodies. It is time to be humble and learn what you don’t know you don’t know. It is time to learn history through a multi-cultural lens. 
 
We have yet to realize the vision declared for this nation, “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men (people) are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness” 
 
Let us declare Buffalo a turning point to transform this unspeakable tragedy to the tenuous steps necessary to make this vision a reality. For people living in white bodies, it is time to ask, “As a white person, what can I do?” 
 
Deborah Olive
Racial Equity Director
The AntiRacism Institute
Together We Pray for the People of Ukraine and Russia
 
In this moment of emergency for Ukraine and Russia, we speak the word for harmony. We speak the word for order. We recognize no person, situation, or force is greater than the power of God, the source of strength and wisdom. And so it is. Amen.
 
Submit a Prayer Request (Click HERE).
We would love to prayer with you.
 
 
A Course in Miracles Study Group
Fridays, 10:00-noon on ZOOM
 
Every Friday a group of people get together i the Garden Lane Center to study A Course in Miracles (ACIM). 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.
 
If you are interested in joining this study group, contact June at 817-572-2532.
 
To purchase A Course in Miracles on AmazonSmile, click https://amzn.to/342pyoE
 
From the Carter BloodCare Center of Fort Worth: Every month in 2022 is a lifesaving month. Maintaining a healthy community blood supply is our mission and we could not do that without your support. To thank our donors we have the following gifts to show our appreciation to them:
 
July/August – Beach towels
September/October – Cancer Awareness Socks in support of childhood and breast cancer
November/December – Fleece Blanket
 
The need for blood is constant. Currently Fort Worth has a stable supply of most blood types but an urgent need of A- and platelets and a critical need of O- and B-.
 
Please consider donating by clicking here: Find a location
 
FOR YOUR VIEWING PLEASURE
 
 
 

 
Watch last Sunday's service:
 
“If You Can't Say Anything Nice...”
May 15, 2022,
Rev. Anne Tabor
 
 
 
 
 
"Put A Myrtle On It!" - Ep. 34 Rev. Anne Tabor
 
 
 
 
 
 
"Why I Tithe"
Catherine Smith
 
Change Gracefully
from
Unity Online
 
Click HERE
 
FOR THE COMMON GOOD
 
Stay Up-to-Date on Covid Protocols
 
The White House will send Americans eight more free at-home tests, through this site: https://bit.ly/3sL2gQ3
 
Please make certain you check the expiration dates of older at-home covid tests you may still have on hand as they do expire.
 
Although covid rates are rising in some parts of the country, as of
May 19, 2022 the CDC lists Tarrant County, Texas as being at a low level of Covid. The guidelines for communities at a low level are:
 
  • Stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines
  • Get tested if you have symptoms
  • Wear a mask if you have symptoms, a positive test, or exposure to someone with COVID-19. You may choose to wear a mask at any time as an additional precaution to protect yourself and others.
 
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  "Sunday Messages." You can also find our Facebook Live Sunday Services archived on our Unity of Arlington Facebook page, as well as on our YouTube channel.
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.
 
Shop AmazonSmile
Online and on the Amazon App
 
Want to help make a difference while you shop in the Amazon app, at no extra cost to you? Simply follow the instructions below to select "Unity of Arlington" as your charity and activate AmazonSmile in the app. They'll donate a portion of your eligible mobile app purchases to Unity of Arlington.
How it works:
1. Open the Amazon app on your phone
2. Select the main menu (=) & tap on "AmazonSmile" within Programs &
Features
3. Select "Unity of Arlington" as your charity
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to activate AmazonSmile in the mobile app
 
 
Community Partners
 
Don't forget when shopping at Kroger or Tom Thumb (Safeway/Randalls) you could be sending money to Unity of Arlington! All you have to do is enroll your loyalty card in the Community Partners Program on their websites. The Kroger code for Unity of Arlington is 91007. The Tom Thumb (Safeway/Randalls) is 4261.
 
 
Silent Unity - uPray App
 
Click HERE for information on how to download the uPray app.
 
MAY BIRTHDAYS
 
 
 
Celebrate
May
Birthdays
 
 
May 1
May 2
May 12
May 17
May 30
May 30
 
Len Ellis
Caroline Jordan
Maria Green
Linda Hogan
Barbara Fleming
Diana Wallace
 
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!
 
If you don't see your birthday included, please let us know and we'll add it to our list!
 
We create Unity by being Love in action.
 
Your generosity is always greatly appreciated. We are grateful for your loving commitment to sustaining our spiritual community whether or not services and classes are taking place in-person, on Zoom, or Facebook Live.
 
Ways that you can continue to support Unity of Arlington through tithes, donations and love offerings are:
 
 
  • 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.
 
  • Mail your donation 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!
 
 
Phone: 817-467-5151
 
Email:
 
Address:
 
 
Service:
*Facebook Live and YouTube
 
DAILY WORD MAGAZINE
 
To read today's DAILY WORD,
click the link below:
 
 
UNITY'S FIVE BASIC PRINCIPLES
 
Principle #1:
There is only one Presence and one Power in the Universe and in my life, God the Good.
 
Principle #2:
Human beings have a spark of divinity within them, the Christ spirit within.
Their essence is of God, and therefore they are also inherently good. 
 
Principle #3:
Human beings create their experiences by the activity of their thinking.
Everything in the manifest realm has its beginning in thought.
 
Principle #4:
Prayer is creative thinking that heightens the connection with God Mind and therefore brings forth wisdom, healing, prosperity, and everything good.
 
Principle #5:
Knowing and understanding the laws of life, also called Truth, are not enough.
A person must live the truth he or she knows.
 
CORE VALUES
Spirit-Led:
Centered in the awareness of God's presence, we turn within for divine guidance in all we do.
 
Love:
Love is our True Nature. We express the harmonizing power of love to see good everywhere and in everybody. Love binds together the whole human family.
 
Diversity:
We believe that all people are created with sacred worth. In a spirit of Unity, we embrace each person as an expression of God grounded in truth and love.
 
Connection:
We live, love, and laugh from our Oneness with God. We honor our inter-connectedness with each other, with all life, and the earth.
 
Abundance:
God is our Infinite Source of Good. We gratefully demonstrate prosperity in all areas of our lives. We wisely use our wealth of resources to serve our spiritual community and the world.
 
Service:
We cultivate enlightened leadership by practicing the teachings of Jesus the Christ through sacred service. It is a blessing to serve locally and globally.
 
Integrity:
We consciously choose to practice living our Core Values and Unity Principles rather than simply professing them. We choose to communicate from the heart with authenticity and deliver on our commitments with reliability.
 
 
Street Address:
3525 S. Bowen Rd.
Arlington, TX 76016
Phone: 817.467.5151
 
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