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Unity of Surprise ♥ The Church of Practical Christianity ♥ Where Good Happens

Blessings & Bits By Reverend Billie Martini What a pleasure it was for me to dedicate our 12 Powers Wall of Art on our 13th birthday celebration on Sunday, June 7th.

The beautiful metal art was gifted to me by many of you on my birthday in March and I gifted the art by Jon Allen to Unity of Surprise on our church birthday.

During the ceremony, I dedicated the wall to our community of love, to the will and the work of the living Christ, to the healing powers within each of us represented by the 12 disciples of Jesus.

I asked that we set an intention that this wall be a focal point of healing for all who seek it. I asked us to see people stopping by to meditate and to be inspired by these panels and that Unity of Surprise fulfills in an even greater way it’s mission and purpose as a spiritual community that loves, serves and inspires all people as we celebrate our connectedness to God and to one another.

We dedicated and blessed our 12 Powers Wall knowing that it will support us in this connected oneness.

Happy Birthday to US!

In Gratitude,

Reverend Billie

12 Powers Wall Dedication

Zig Ziegler wrote: “F-E-A-R has two meanings: ‘Forget Everything and Run’ or ‘Face Everything and Rise.’ The choice is yours.”

So my Dearest Ones, the choice is not only ours individually, but collectively as a Spiritual Commu-nity. We can forget everything and run which means we can forget all of our Unity teachings and run right back into the darkness of fear and doubt. We can complain about the heat and humidity. We can mope around missing our winter visitors friends. We can be tempted to stay home from church and miss the inspiration of a guest speaker. Or we can instead face everything and rise. That’s what your Board of Trustees and I have decided to do. We’re facing the Truth! We are a dynamic spiritual community year round; winter, spring, summer and fall. The people who value what we have to offer here at Unity of Surprise support us in prayer and financially whether they are here physically or not. Unity of Surprise grows and thrives no matter if it’s 30° or 118° outside or if it’s humid. People attend Sunday Worship Services to hear a message of Truth no matter what Truth teacher is presenting it. The love that prevails at Unity of Surprise continues to raise people up during all the activities, all the time.

So choose with us to Face Everything and Rise. Face the truth, rise up in the consciousness of unlimited supply of good. Know without a doubt that we are “about our Father’s business.” Know that Unity of Surprise, as a dynamic Spiritual Community, lives its mission and purpose loving, serving and inspiring all people as we celebrate our connectedness with God and one another. Face the Truth of who we are, rise up, be a part of all the good God is and has for US.

Happy Summer! Love, Blessings, Reverend Billie

Living Our Truth By Reverend Billie


Side by Side By Molly Harala So guys. It’s SUMMER! Did you ‘notice’? Air conditioners are running, fans are humming and I’m still hot! This year I am determined to not complain and to Love What Is. Wait a minute. Love what is? All of what is, including this heat? Yup! All of it. It’s my self imposed spiritual assignment.

Now I have to tell you—that’s not so easy for me when it’s 112 degrees out. So I need help. I have noticed that it really, really helps when I practice appreciation. And to do that, I have to notice things. I have to be awake in The Now. Think of it as neutral observation. I have to pay attention.

So what can I appreciate about summer here in Surprise? Well, I like that there are fewer people on the roads, shorter lines at the grocery store and at Starbucks. No waiting when we go out to eat.

I notice that summer here is kind of like winter in the northwest where I grew up. I stay inside more. I clean out closets and go through that pile of papers on my desk which feels good. And I read! Oh, the joy of reading a good book. I eat watermelon and drink lemonade and try out cool summer recipes. Have you ever made gazpacho? I play my piano and flute—which I LOVE doing.

I get up a bit earlier so I can walk with my Beagle, Ruby before it gets too hot. And I notice and appreciate how lovely it is at 5 a.m. Me, 5 a.m.? Yup! Then we sit on the patio and meditate. Such a sweet way to start my day.

So, the practice of appreciation can be fun. It brings me into the Now which leads to acceptance, and gratitude and yes, Love What Is. And with that, I’m a happy camper. (Oh remember summer camp? See—now that makes me smile.)

Now I am noticing that this is getting kind of long so let me close by saying I love and appreciate being a member of your Board. And let me see—yes, I may even love summer in AZ! Think I’ll have a popsicle.

Love to you!

Molly Harala

2015 Board of Trustees

Contact Information:

Denise Landes—[email protected]

602 301-5648

Sandra Helm—[email protected]; 623 556-7577

Joyce Miller—[email protected]

623 266-3331

Mary Jane Mendias—[email protected]

602 421-2849

Molly Harala—[email protected] 1-208 215-1753

Top Row: Denise Landes, Sandra Helm, Vard Miller, Molly Harala & Joyce Miller Bottom Row: Mary Jane Mendias, Reverend Billie Martini & Jan Karns


Let’s Make ♫usic By Reverend James Crowley

As I sit here, writing this article, with Independence Day fast approach-ing, I feel a supreme gratitude that I was born a citizen of such a magnificent country as ours.

In fact, I recently made a trip to Home Depot, where I purchased an American flag, which included the pole and all the hardware. When I got home, I quickly assembled it and attached the metal bracket to my front porch post. Once installed, Old Glory waved proudly as a breeze gently unfurled her colors. I sat outside for the better part of thirty minutes and watched our national symbol fly, as if she were saying, “I am your flag.” As a result, I was reminded of the following essay:

“I am your Flag. I was born on June 14, 1977. I am more than just cloth shaped into a design. I am the refuge of the World’s oppressed people. I am the silent sentinel of Freedom. I am the emblem of the greatest nation on earth.”

“I am the inspiration for which American Patriots gave their lives and fortunes. I have led your sons into battle from Valley Forge to the bloody swamps of Viet Nam. I walk in silence, with each of your Honored Dead, to their final resting place beneath the silent White Crosses, row upon row.”

“I have flown through Peace and War, Strife and Prosperity, and amidst it all I have been respected. My Red Stripes… symbolize the blood spilled in defense of this glorious nation. My White Stripes… signify the burning tears shed by Americans who lost their sons and daughters.”

“My Blue Field is indicative of God’s heaven under which I fly. My Stars, clustered together, unify 50 States as one, for God and Country.

Old Glory is my nickname, and proudly I wave on high.”

“Honor me, respect me, defend me with your lives and your fortunes. Never let my enemies tear me down from my lofty position, lest I never return.”

“Keep alight the fires of patriotism; strive earnestly for the spirit of democracy. Worship Eternal God, and I shall remain the bulwark of peace and freedom for all mankind.”

Reverend James Crowley

Ice Cream Social Join your Unity family for an old fashioned ice cream social following our special Independence Day Celebration on Sunday, July 5th. We’ll have cold and creamy ice cream and fabulous toppings. Be cool and enjoy an Independence Day Celebration with US!

Just a Reminder If you are leaving for the summer months. We’ll miss you!

Please remember to call the office with your summer address so you don’t miss out on anything.

Also, remember to check the website, www.unityofsurprise.org for the pod casts of Reverend Billie’s lesson.

See you as soon as you return. We surround you with the love and light of God and we’ll leave the light on for you here at your Spiritual Home.


Confidential Prayer Support Here to pray with you The Unity of Surprise High Watchers prayer team trusts in the creative, regenerating, transformative power of Divine Love.

Through God’s Wisdom, we immerse the dear ones for whom we pray in God’s absolute love. We see these beloved as perfect, whole and complete, limitless and free.

A Prayer Request box is located on the information counter in the lobby and also in the Sanctuary each Sunday.

Remember, God is always with you. All His blessings and goodness are yours by divine inheritance. God is the freeing transformative power within; infinite intelligence and wisdom, always your light and inspiration, healing and harmonizing in every way.

Meditation Every Tuesday at 11:00 am Myrtle Fillmore Room

Enjoy time in the silence? Want to renew and refresh by putting the outside world on hold for one hour with like minded people?

Join us for a Tuesday faith lift as we come together in group meditation to “practice the presence”, to connect to the Divine within which promotes health and well-being, love and peace.

Three years ago I was new to Unity so the wellness call from my prayer chaplain was an added benefit to becoming a member here. However, I was a little unsure of the exact purpose of the call or my response to it. Today as a prayer

chaplain, I now understand the purpose of the call and the sacred meaning behind each one. Let me share with you what matters when we call.

First and foremost you are the reason we call. YOU matter! Prayer chaplains call once a month to let you know we care about you as part of our spiritual family. We are honored to share a special moment in your life. We offer a prayer for you to our creator. Maybe it is for gratitude or a special need or remembrance of our connection with the divine. Just for 3 or 4 minutes we create a partnership for this sacred time of remembrance.

So by letting go of earthly duties for a moment we walk with the Lord. Think of this call as a perfect time to gather strength, to heal an illness, or maybe to find hope in a difficult situation. God is always ready to hear our call. Actually this could be the perfect time for a great blessing from God. Let’s be open, patient, and at peace during these sacred moments out of time and space as together we participate fully in the true joy of communion with the divine.

Prayer Chaplain’s Corner By Reverend Carol E. Beyer

I am compassion and compassionate.


Love is Eternal Widow/Widowers Alternate Mondays July 6 & 20; August 3, 17 & 31 1:00 to 3:00 pm, Myrtle Fillmore Room

The Widow/Widower support group is free to attend and open to anyone who has suffered a loss of a significant relationship that is affecting their ability to find joy in their present life.

If you or someone you love is in grief reach out to them and let them know they are not alone and they are welcome at the Widow/Widower support group.

Samantha Decker Stump, M.S., Family Life Education, Certified Grief Recovery Specialist

A Love Offering will be accepted.

Recovery Groups (Serenity Room)

O’haNA—(Narcotic Anonymous) Monday’s from 7:30—8:30 p.m. (Open Meeting)

Miracles Happen A.A.—Tuesday’s from 7—8 p.m.(Open Meeting)

11th Steppers A.A.—Wednesday’s from 4—5 p.m.(Open Meeting)

B.B. 164 A.A.—Thursday’s from 6:30—7:30 p.m.(Closed Meeting)

2-Gether We Can Make It—Al-Anon—Friday’s from 11 to noon. (Open Meeting)

Facilitator—Reverend Hal Lafler 1st Friday of the Month 1:30—3:00 pm; July 3 & Aug. 7 Serenity Room He’s back… loveable Rev. Hal Lafler has returned to teaching on the first Friday of each month with a new approach to A Course in Miracles (ACIM). Reverend Hal will choose a different Workbook Lesson each month and focus on the teaching from that particular lesson and nothing else. You will not need to prepare… just come; bring a friend… everyone is welcome.

As you know, lessons are the meditative process of integrating the principles of ACIM, i.e. taking the principles from the head to the heart. The lessons will be done at random, and will always be what the Holy Spirit has selected for any particular session. No one will be asked to read, but the format will permit discussions and questions.

For more information call Reverend Hal Lafler at (623) 215-3080.

A love offering is accepted.

Beach Party and Potluck Luncheon Join your Unity of Surprise family at the beach (in our imaginations).

Sunday, August 23, after our Worship Service, we’ll be transported to the beach, aka: The Grand Canyon Room for a potluck lunch.

We’ll practice being “cool” and bask in the sun-shine of fellowship of good food and great con-versation. We might even imagine a sand castle.

Fun, bring your favorite picnic dish and join us.

A Course in Miracles (ACIM)

I know who I am and who I am is wonderful!


Something new for Summer

Once a month through September on a Sunday afternoon, we will enjoy

Spiritual Cinema Sunday

“I AM”

Sunday, July 19, in the Sanctuary starting at 12 noon

Note: Bring a lunch to have before the film. (No food in the Sanctuary please.)

“I AM” is the story of a successful Hollywood director, Tom Shadyac, who experiences a life threatening head injury, and his ensuing journey to try and answer two very basic questions: 1. “What’s wrong with our world?” and 2. “What can we do about it?” With a film crew of four, Tom visits some of today’s great minds, searching for the funda-mental endemic problem that causes all of the other problems, while simultaneously reflecting on his own life choices of excess, greed and eventual healing. What if the solution to the world’s problems was right in front of us all along? “We started by asking what’s wrong with the world, and ended up discovering what’s right with it.”

Sunday, July 19, 2015—10:00 am Guest Speaker—Betty Bennett, LUT, MBA Two of Betty’s favorite quotes:

“Set your sights high, the higher the better. Expect the most wonderful things to happen, not in the future but right now. Realize that nothing is too good. Allow absolutely nothing to hamper you or hold you up in any way.” ~Eileen Caddy

“All you can possibly need or desire is already yours. You need no helper to give it to you; it is yours now. Call your desires into being by imagin-ing and feeling your wish fulfilled.”

~Neville Goddard

Biography

Betty Bennett is an experienced group facilitator, trainer and speaker, and has been in Unity since 2004. She served for 5 years as Worship Coordina-tor at Unity of Phoenix. Betty has a bachelor’s degree in Music Education from Grand Canyon University and an MBA in strategic planning and marketing communications from Arizona State University. Her experiences have led her through positions in Washington, D.C. and Arizona State Government, including the Arizona Governor’s Office. She has been a hospital planning and marketing director, a fine arts events manager and a public school teacher and professional singer.

Betty is a Licensed Unity Teacher (LUT) with a focus in the area of Administration. She currently speaks and facilitates classes and workshops in churches throughout Unity’s Southwest Region. Her mission is to live every day in gratitude and to serve wherever Spirit may lead.

Love: The One Creative Force By Betty Bennett

Spiritual Cinema By Molly Harala

I AM a loving,

compassionate

child of God.


August Birthdays Kathy Parry ♫ August 4

Bob Eisenbaugh ♫ August 16

Jeana Lucas ♫ August 23

JR Reese ♫ August 28

August's birth flower is gladiolus, or 'sword lily.' Gladiolus represents remembrance, calm, integrity, and infatuation. With gladiolus, the recipient's heart is being "pierced with love." The other August flower is the poppy. A red poppy signifies pleasure, a white poppy is given for consolation, and a yellow poppy wishes wealth and success.

Claiming our Good Let’s set our intention for ways to grow:

Let’s claim a ‘50 inch or bigger TV’ to view the Spiritual Cinema Movie’s on;

Let’s claim ‘50 or more’ people to attend the Fall New Member Class and become members;

Let’s claim Unity of Surprise as a ‘Center for Healing’ and grow with Mind/Body/Soul classes;

Let’s claim ‘100 or more families to join the Fry’s Community Rewards Program’ listing Unity of Surprise as their non-profit to receive the rewards from their food purchases.

Lunch Bunch Bonnie & Ken Knapp Sunday, July 26, 2015 To Be Announced in the July Sunday Bulletin.

July Birthdays Rosemary Parker ♫ July 2

Beth Weninger ♫ July 4

Charlotte Jackson ♫ July 5

Buzz Tice ♫ July 14

Frankie Robison ♫ July 19

Barbara Kramer ♫ July 20

Sara Edwards ♫ July 25

Marilyn Michaelson ♫ July 25

Pat Mayhew ♫ July 29

Joyce Sorensen ♫ July 30

Jack Edwards ♫ July 31

July's birth flower is larkspur. Each color variation of larkspur has a different meaning: pink means fickleness, white conveys a happy nature, and purple normally represents a first love. Generally, larkspur indicates strong bonds of love. The other July flower is the water lily, which signifies purity and majesty.

Birthday Celebration With Reverend Billie Martini Saturday, August 15—10:00 am to noon In the Serenity Room Join Reverend Billie and Lynda Thomas in celebra-tion of your July and August birthdays. We’ll have brunch (bring your appetite) and celebrate you and a year well lived.


Reiki Sessions Continue Every Thursday

The Men of Unity displayed a fine representation as ushers on Mother’s Day in order to allow all the women ushers to enjoy their special day. Thank you everyone who stepped forward and participated.

What with my confusion of myself and others in the May/June newsletter as to where we should have our Brunch in May we will return to the schedule beginning in July as previously posted. So, for July 22 we will meet at 10 a.m. at Coco’s in Sun City Grand and on August 26 at 10 a.m. at Archie’s in Surprise. We will continue meeting throughout the summer as long as the attend-ance stays up like it has been.

No special activities are planned at the time of this writing for July & August for the Men of Unity.

Respectively, Dan Robison, Team Leader (623) 523-1642: [email protected]

“God created all men for a purpose. Our desire is for every man to reach and complete that purpose. We are sons, brothers, husbands, fathers, and grandfathers who have a love for Christ and a passion to become the men He wants us to be. We want to grow relationships with other Godly men so we can help each other in our walk with Christ. It is about being REAL with each other”.

~Marvin Ross

Reverend Marcia Gonyea, Reiki Master Phone: (623) 328-5241 E-mail: [email protected]

Reiki is universal healing energy which passes through the hands of the practitioner to areas of the body where there is stress or pain. Reiki is a spiritual gift which Reverend Marcia Gonyea shares with others at Unity of Surprise for a love offering. Sessions usually last 40 minutes, but if you would like a 50 minute or 60 minute session, let Reverend Marcia know when you book your appointment. It is relaxing and meditative. The body heals itself when it is relaxed. Reiki relieves stress and pain and also balances the chakras (energy centers of the body).

Call Reverend Marcia Gonyea, (623) 328-5241, for an Appointment, today.

Men of Unity (MOU) By Dan Robison

Reverend Marcia Gonyea,

Reiki Master

I am God in expression.

I can do all things through Christ who

strengthens me.


Spiritual Cinema Sunday By Molly Harala

“HAPPY” Sunday, August 9, in the Sanctuary

starting at 12:00 noon Note: Bring a lunch to have before the film.

(No food in the Sanctuary please.)

From Academy Award nominated director, Roko Belic, comes his latest award-winning film, HAPPY. HAPPY takes us on a journey from the swamps of Louisiana to the slums of Kolkata in search of what really makes people happy. Combining real life stories of people from around the world and powerful interviews with the leading scientists in happiness research, HAPPY explores the secrets behind our most valued state of Being.

“Immensely uplifting” - Movie Reviews from a Spiritual Perspective. “I love this movie” - Ellen DeGeneres (So do I!!! - Molly)

Did You Know? Did you know that on the way to the Grand Canyon Room there’s an information counter and an information book case?

The Information counter has all you will ever need to know about the activities of the month at Unity of Surprise complete with sign up sheets and take home flyers. The information counter is reserved for church activities only.

The Information Book Case has information about things happening in the community at large or things our members and friends are involved in. Everyone is welcome to use these shelves for “non” church related activities and business cards.

Stay informed!

Welcome to our “New” Living in the Light, Gift and Book Store. We have a fresh new sign in the front of our store to announce our repurposed space. In the spirit of the good ole summertime everything old is new again.

One of the most popular spots is our used book section in the lobby. It is a busy place. We accept donations of used and nearly new books on a regular basis. For all you avid readers stop by and check it out. You will be surprised at our scope of material.

Jewelry, gifts, and collectibles are being added weekly to the shop. Our art wall continues to display treasures for your home.

You can pick up forms for the heart and chair plaques, use your credit card for your tithes or pick up a cheery card.

Please stop by during the week Monday through Thursday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. or on Sunday before and after services. Prosperity is Ours.

Thank you for your support.

Living Light Bookstore By Mary Jane Mendias

I believe God is the one and only Source. I AM prosperous

and richly abundant!


Wanted! You can Help! Unity of Surprise is hosting a Homecoming Dance on Saturday, November 7th complete with raffles and a Silent Auction.

You can help by donating items like paintings, time shares, trips, gift cards, electronics, jewelry, luxury items, services, etc. for the raffles and the Silent Auction.

Please email a picture of the items and/or a description of the items you are willing to donate to Kathryn at the church office. [email protected]

The Donor Team will determine if your item(s) is appropriate for the raffle or auction and will let you know when to bring it to church prior to the dance.

Teams are also forming to make this Homecoming Dance a success. Look for the signup sheets on the information counter or contact our Unity of Surprise Volunteer/Special Events Coordinator, Mary Dunn for ways you can participate. [email protected] or call 602 740-9814 (cell phone)

Did You Know? Did you know that Reverend Billie takes Mondays off? Did you know that she prepares the Sunday lessons on Thursdays? Let’s support her in taking time off and in continuing to prepare inspiring lessons by not calling, texting or emailing her on Mondays and Thursdays. Bless you for your kindness and compassion.

The Unity of Surprise Board of Trustees and Wisdom Council has set an intention to Grow and Thrive in 2-0-1-5!

We’d like to have 50 or more new members at Unity of Surprise on November 15, our Fall Membership Sunday.

Do you want to become one of the nifty fifty? It’s easy, here’s how:

1. Commit to your own spiritual growth and the growth of Unity of Surprise by attending the Fall mandatory Membership class on Sunday, November 8 from noon—4:00 p.m. (a light lunch is provided).

2. Attend Membership Sunday, November 15 to be received formally into membership.

That’s it, easy!

Membership at Unity of Surprise has many “perks” including a wellness call each month from your own Prayer Chaplain, a vote at our annual busi-ness or other town hall meetings, special surprise “goodies” throughout the year, the opportunity to be a Board Member and a Prayer Chaplain and more!

Membership is a way to say yes to Spirit, to say yes, I value what this Spiritual Community is all about and I commit to it growing and thriving.

Say yes to be one of the nifty fifty!

Nifty Fifty

I am free and unlimited.

I discover my true self.


Selfless Service By Mary Dunn Happy Birthday Unity of Surprise! Celebrating 13 years! The birthday celebration and dedication of the 12 Powers wall was fabulous! A big heartfelt thank you to every-one who brought food and gifts for the church. A special thank you to Frank and Linda Thomas for decorating and to those who helped them. The entire event was a wonderful group effort.

On July 5, 2015, Unity of Surprise will have an ice cream social. Volunteers are needed to scoop ice cream. If you want to volunteer, there will be a sign-up sheet or you can let me know.

August 23, 2015 is the date for the potluck beach party. Bring your favorite dish to share. There will be sign-up sheets for food and for volunteers to help receive the food, keep the buffet table filled, set-up for coffee and drinks and of course, clean up.

Are you a people person? Do you enjoy chatting over a latte? If so, perhaps you are the right person to become part of the Barista Team. The team is looking for two friendly, energetic people to join them. If this speaks to you, let me know.

The Women of Unity Spiritual Education Group is looking for a Team Leader or two Co-Team Lead-ers. The group provides educational and inspiring presentations. Everyone is welcome to attend the presentations. If you are interested in volunteering, let me know.

The Hospitality Team is looking for a Team Leader or two Co-Team Leaders to set up coffee and food for fellowship after the Sunday message. Clean up after fellowship is a quick process when there’s a team to help. Fellowship is a special time to check in with friends, meet new people and share food and coffee. Considering volunteering to help continue fellowship. Let me know. If you have ideas or gifts to share; discuss it with me after the Sunday message or during fellowship.

You won’t want to miss these events coming up so mark your calendars please!

Thursday: September 10, World Day of Prayer

Tuesdays: October 6 - November 17, Healing & Wholeness Class with Reverend Billie from 1:30—3:30 p.m. or 7:00—9:00 p.m.

Friday & Saturday: October 30 & 31, Prayer Chaplain Training

Saturday: November 7, The Homecoming Dance from 4:00—8:00 p.m.

Sunday: November 8, Membership Class from noon—4:00 p.m. (A lite lunch will be served.)

Sunday: December 6, The Music Christmas Program beginning at 10:00 a.m.

Thursday: Christmas Eve Candle Lighting Service begins at 5:00 p.m.

Friday: December 25, Old Fashioned Christmas Morning, the celebration begins at 10:00 a.m.

Thursday: December 31, Burning Bowl Special Services & New Year’s Eve Party begins at 5:00 p.m. The party will follow the service.

More information will be provided in the upcoming months. Reserve the dates, everyone is welcome.

The following groups are taking the summer off but will regroup in the fall:

The Unity Playful Sisters

The Dynamic Spiritual Education Women’s Group

The Drumming Circle

Mark Your Calendars

Lunch Bunch Bonnie & Ken Knapp


Minister

Reverend Billie Martini

Minister E-mail: [email protected]

Call Reverend Billie if you would like prayer, a home or hospital visit, or spiritual counseling. She is also available

for baptisms, christenings, memorial or funeral services, weddings, office or home blessings.

Minister of Music

Reverend James Crowley

[email protected]

Administrator

Kathryn Clouther

Church E-mail

[email protected]

Volunteer Coordinator

Mary Dunn

[email protected]

Cell—(602)740-9814

Church Main Telephone Number

(623) 214-3884

Church Fax

(623) 214-5223

Reverend Billie Martini—Option 1

Kathryn & General Information—Option 2

Prayer & Inspiration—Option 3

Office Hours

Monday—Thursday

8:00—3:00 PM

Closed on Friday for classes.

Church Website & Facebook

www.unityofsurprise.org & Unity of Surprise

Tuesday Truths

Connect mid-week with an inspirational e-mail message. To sign up, e-mail Reverend Billie at

[email protected].

For Your Reference Contact Information

Sunday, August 30, 2015 Native Grill & Wings

13929 W Waddell Road

in Surprise

623 544-6402

Some place new! The menu is varied with many items to choose from: appetizers, salads, burgers, sliders & wings. For those of you looking for some-thing different we hope you will join us for some fun and socializing. Remember to sign up to reserve your place.

Directions:

Take RH Johnson to W Bell Road and turn Right.

Cross Grand Ave and turn left on Litchfield Road.

Continue on Litchfield until you get to Waddell Road. You’re there!

The restaurant is on the corner of Litchfield & Waddell Roads.

The Purls’ of Wisdom Crafters donated their hand crafted blankets this summer to the Victim Assistance Unit and received a lovely thank you note from Barbara Jones. She says:

“Ladies,

Thank you so much for the beautiful blankets you made for our unit. You have some very talented ladies in your group.

They will come in handy when our victims come in. Sometimes they have nothing with them and because they are nervous they are cold and need a blanket to wrap around them. These gifts will be perfect.

Thank you so much for your donation to our unit. We appreciate your kindness.”

The prosperity team continues to affirm our good. Proceeds from our two gift baskets have netted $500.00.

Community participation in Fry’s for the first quarter of 2015 was $93.00. Fry’s shows we have a total of 15 households participating. We would like to see 100 households this year. If you need help signing up, contact the office. You’ll need a current Fry’s loyalty card and a working email address.

Proceeds from the Amazon Smile Rewards Program for the first quarter of 2015 was $91.29.

Our Amazon Book Sales netted $175.00.

The sponsorship program for music brought in $415.00 and is much appreciated.

Prosperity Team Members and the board are working with Mary Dunn, Volunteer Coordinator to have a “Volunteer Appreciation Drawing” for three, $25.00 Fry’s gift cards. The drawings will be held at the end of June, July and August. It will be open to anyone who volunteers during the month. Get your ticket at the book store.

The prosperity team welcomes your input. The team members are:

Reverend Denise Landes, [email protected] Robert Jacobson, [email protected] Reverend Billie Martini, [email protected] Mary Jane Mendias, [email protected] Al Shipley, [email protected]


Prosperity Team Report By Mary Jane Mendias

Sunday, July 26, 2015 at 10:00 am

Guest Speaker, Adrienne Bridgewater Join Harpist Adrienne Bridge-water in a soul searching Sunday service on July 26.

Adrienne Bridgewater is a third generation Arizona native who plays the harp and sings at events through-out Metropolitan Phoenix and the Southwest. She

studied harp and voice at Arizona State University where she earned both Bachelors and Masters Degrees.

A professional freelance harpist for more than 30 years, Adrienne also maintains an active teaching studio and is a leader in the music community as an executive board member of the Phoenix Chapter of the American Harp Society.

Come be inspired with harp music as it complements the contemplative, thought provoking and sometimes whimsical poetry of 13th and 14th century Persian poets, Rumi and Hafez.

Unity of Surprise Summer Affirmation

The healing, harmonizing, prospering spirit of God is present in my life and in all life. I am grateful.

Soul Searching By Adrienne Bridgewater

I am prosperous and so

is Unity of Surprise!

Sunday Services Begin at

10:00 AM

1

11th Steppers A.A. 4:00—5:00 pm

(Open)

(Serenity Room)

2 B.B. 164 A.A. 6:30—7:30 pm

(Closed Meeting) (Serenity Room)

Reiki (Call for Appt.)

3 Al-Anon Group

11:00—Noon (Charles Room)

ACIM 1:30—3:00 pm Rev. Hal Lafler

(Serenity Room)

4

5 “I Am Free & Unlimited”

Independence Day Southern Style!

Ice-Cream Social

Food Bank Donations Collected

6 Love is Eternal

Widow/Widowers Samantha D-Stump

1:00—3:00 pm (Myrtle Room)

O’haNA

(Narcotics Anonymous) 7:30—8:30 pm

(Open) (Serenity Room)

7 Faith Lift

11:00—Noon (Myrtle Room)

Miracles Happen A.A. 7:00—8:00 pm


8 11th Steppers A.A.

4:00—5:00 pm (Open)

(Serenity Room)

9 B.B. 164 A.A. 6:30—7:30 pm



10

Al-Anon Group 11:00—Noon

(Charles Room)

11

12

“What Did God Really Create in 7

Days?”

Guest Speaker Rev. Denise Landes

Birthday &

Anniversary Sunday

13

O’haNA (Narcotics Anonymous)

7:30—8:30 pm (Open)

(Serenity Room)

14 Faith Lift




15



16

B.B. 164 A.A. 6:30—7:30 pm


Reiki (Call for apt.)

17 Al-Anon Group

11:00—Noon (Charles Room)

18

19 “Love, The One Creative Force”

Guest Speaker Betty, Bennett, LUT

Spiritual Cinema

Sunday

“I AM”

12:00 pm (Sanctuary)

20

Love is Eternal Widow/Widowers

Samantha D-Stump 1:00—3:00 pm (Myrtle Room)

O’haNA



21 Faith Lift




22



23 B.B. 164 A.A. 6:30—7:30 pm


Reiki (Call for apt.)

24


(Charles Room)

25

26 “Soul Searching”

Guest speaker

Adrienne Bridgewater, Harpist

Lunch Bunch

TBA

27


7:30—8:30 pm (Open)

(Serenity Room)

28 Faith Lift




29



30 B.B. 164 A.A. 6:30—7:30 pm

(Serenity Room)


31


(Charles Room)

2 “Discover

Strength of Spirit in the Process of Transformation”

Birthday & Anniversary Sunday

Food Bank Donations Collected

3



O’haNA



4 Faith Lift





4:00—5:00 pm (Open)

(Serenity Room)

6 B.B. 164 A.A. 6:30—7:30 pm



7 Al-Anon Group

11:00—Noon (Serenity Room)

ACIM 1:30—3:00 pm Rev. Hal Lafler

(Serenity Room)

8

9 “Discover

Strength of Spirit in the Call of

Transformation”

Spiritual Cinema Sunday

“HAPPY”

12:00 pm

10


7:30—8:30 pm (Open)

(Serenity Room)

11

Faith Lift 11:00—Noon

(Myrtle Room)




4:00—5:00 pm (Open)

(Serenity Room)

13 B.B. 164 A.A. 6:30—7:30 pm



14


(Serenity Room)

15 Birthday Brunch

10:00—Noon ALL July & August Birth-

days (Serenity Room)

16 “Discover Strength

of spirit in Navi-gating Transfor-

mation”

17



O’haNA



18 Faith Lift




19



20

B.B. 164 A.A. 6:30—7:30 pm


Reiki

(Call for Appt.)

21 Al-Anon Group

11:00—Noon (Serenity Room)

22

23 “Discover

Strength of spirit in Troubles”

Beach Party

Potluck

24


7:30—8:30 pm (Open)

(Serenity Room)

25

Faith Lift 11:00—Noon

(Myrtle Room)



26



27 B.B. 164 A.A. 6:30—7:30 pm


Reiki

(Call for Appt.)

28


(Serenity Room)

29

30 “Discover

Strength of Spirit in Commitment

Lunch Bunch 12:30

Native Grill & Wings

31 Love is Eternal

Widow/Widowers Samantha D-Stump

1:00—3:00 pm (Myrtle Room)

O’haNA



Sunday Services Begin at

10:00 AM

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Happy Monsoon

Unity of Surprise 14495 W RH Johnson Blvd

Sun City West, AZ 85375-5671 unityofsurprise.org

[email protected] Phone: (623) 214-3884

Fax: (623) 214-5223

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Permit No. 339 Nonprofit Organization

UNITY OF SURPRISE ♥ WHERE GOOD HAPPENS

10:00 AM Service

July 5

“I Am Free and Unlimited” Independence Day Celebration


July 12

“What Did God Really Create in 7 Days?” Reverend Denise Landes

July 19

“Love, The One Creative Force” Betty Bennett, LUT

July 26

“Soul Searching” Adrienne Bridgewater, Harpist

Unity Worldwide Ministries ♥ Affiliated with Unity ♥ Publishers of the Daily Word Member of the International New Thought Alliance

10:00 AM Service

August 2

“Discover Strength of Spirit in the Process of Transformation”


August 9

“Discover Strength of Spirit in the Call of Transformation”


August 16

“Discover Strength of Spirit in Navigating Transformation”


August 23

“Discover Strength of Spirit in Troubles” Beach Party-Potluck


August 30

“Discover Strength of Spirit in Commitment” Reverend Billie Martini

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