EXPANDING HORIZONS

PRAC TICAL CHRISTIANIT Y FOR TODAYIssue 8 ~August 2013 ~ Volume 30unity

of tucson’s

MONTHLY AFFIRMATIONS ~ from Silent Unity, August 2013Inner peace is only a thought away.

Spirit leads me, guides me, and walks beside me.Divine Life renews every cell in my body.Infinite Spirit is the source of my good.

My personal peace is a gift to the world.

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LICENSED UNITY TEACHER: Marilyn BrodhurstDIRECTOR OF MUSIC: Linda AckermannOFFICE: Mary Kosies VOLUNTEERS: Fae Abshire, Linda Fajardo, Kathy SchafferFACILITIES MANAGER: William Shepherd, 437.7900VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR AND ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR: Jackie Fortier 481.0849, email: jacks7@hotmail.comBOOKSTORE & LENDING LIBRARY HOURS:Monday-Friday: 9 am-4 pm ~ Saturday: 10 am - 2 pm Sunday: 8:30 am-12:30 pmBOOKSTORE VOLUNTEERS: Deborah Boykins, Marcia Brummett, Lindee Goodall, Elaine Helfond, Debra Irons, Nance McGee, Ann Minnich, Bill Shepherd, Gregg Thomas, Carole WotheLIBRARY VOLUNTEER: Gregg ThomasPRAYER MINISTRY COORDINATOR: Mary Anne RobbinsPRAYER CHAPLAINS: Alan Katz, Coordinator, unitytucsonpc@gmail.com, or 270.2262, Yasser Elkadi, Tom Kelley, Val Murray, Adrien, James Patten, Roberto Pineda, Mary Quihuis WEDDING COORDINATOR: Deborah Boykins, 401.3958UNITICS GROUP: Molly Nelson, 303.6042 or 488.8284USHERS: Deborah Boykins, Karen Ives, Don Hammond, Sara Grimm, 9 am. Tom Kelley, Ron Mealka, Katelyn Streett, 11 amGREETERS: Jan Collins, Roberta LathamSOUND BOARD OPERATORS: Deborah Boykins, Yasser Elkadi, Bill Goodall, Ron Limbaugh, Virginia Sosnick ART GALLERY: Sue Rumsey, 577.3300SANCTUARY CHAIR BACKS: Janet Winters

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WHERE DOES UNITY STAND?

VERY RECENTLY the Supreme Court of our land handed down two decisions that were polarizing in how they were received by the majority of people, which is to say they were either applauded or criticized. If critical, some were rather flamboyant with their

word choices, and if the narrow five to four ruling which came down differently for each of the two was favorable, praise was offered. The rulings of course directly affect the portion of our population who want the institution of marriage to be available between two people regardless of gender. Other polarizing topics that seem to always be on the front burner of various levels of government have to do with the issues of abortion, legalizing levels of drugs from marijuana and beyond, gun control concerns and more. Passions run high.

Ecclesiastical based voices are often loudly expressed, and the question sometimes heard asks “Where does Unity stand?” Often the question is asked as if to bait, for if the wrong answer is heard then the result is seeking to make Unity wrong. So, “Where does Unity stand?”

Over the years of Unity’s existence as a religious institution this question has been asked more than a few times, and the answer always revolves around the wording that Unity’s perceived place or mission is to offer and teach from its understanding of Spiritual Principle, and then to acknowledge the freedom of each to apply that Principle within his or her life as their individual guidance is perceived.

Notwithstanding a possible law or a legal interpretation, where it gets tricky is to then believe that “my” under-standing of Principle is the right one and should be the standard for another’s life and decisions…perhaps even for everyone, everywhere. Then what is occasionally heard is another question something like, “You mean—and citing a specific something—is okay?” The answer always is to state that it is okay for another, and if it isn’t okay for you, then don’t do it, reminiscent of Jesus’ words to Peter as concern was expressed for another, “What difference does that make to you? You follow me.” Meaning, in the context of this article, to follow the inner promptings of Spirit apart from what another is doing or saying.

Our understanding of Spiritual Principle isn’t captured within a specific sentence or buried within creed and dogma. It isn’t contained within a published statement that then excludes anyone who might be described as too far left or right of its wording. Within Unity this is specifically true because we further teach that everyone’s understanding of Spiritual Principle is never a static, one-time occurrence, but one that evolves. Each can most probably remember something that was once believed—even ardently—now perceived differently, even being the total opposite.

So, we walk gently through the universe as we more deeply realize that ours is never to fix or change another, for that is a daunting task and is always based on the false assumption that we would know what we were doing. Ours is to perceive another as we would want ourselves to be perceived. Ours is to grant another freedom to follow their guidance as they unfold what is right and perfect for them.

And, Unity also doesn’t tell you who to vote for.

offers Soul Level Healing for those deep wounds that seem to be stuck with us. Sherry Fritz, offers nutri-tional training and a system for growing your own organic veggies on the patio. Sylvia Boyed will ex-plain myofascial release and how it relieves the ad-hesions you didn’t know you had but cause pain.

The Third Saturday, Maria Kingsley will offer EFT a powerful technique to get rid of stuck thoughts and bad habits. Courage and Renewal is on vacation this month.

A very special event is taking place on Thurs-day, August 29. Arrangements have been made with the Life Line Screening Program do the testing at Unity. The cost for the following medical screenings is: Stroke/Carotid Artery, $60; Heart Rhythm (Atrial Fibrillation), $60; Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm, $60; Peripheral Arterial Disease, $60; and Osteoporosis Risk Assessment, $35. Package 1, Stroke, Vascular Disease & Hearth Rhythm Package…4 tests for only $139! Package 2, Add an Osteoporosis Screening for only $10 more…5 tests for only $149! A $116 sav-ings! These screenings are very much in the area of Preventive Medicine – checking on conditions before they get serious and when they are easily treatable. Pre-registration is required, call: 1-888-653-6450. More information and registration form is on the flyer inserted into this issue of Expanding Horizons.

UNITIC ADVENTURES & OTHER ACTIVITIES ~ AUGUST 2013Time and place available on the Expanding

Horizons Calendar or in the Sunday Bulletin.For information call Molly Nelson, 303.6042,

cell 488.8284 or email unitics@q.com

We desert rats have learned to appreciate August. Thank God it’s 109o above zero rather than below. It’s great, the monsoon rains washed my house. I don’t have to turn on the heater in my house or car. If I get to the grocery store by 7 am, I’m all done with shopping by 8 am.

What can we feel good about in August. It’s not cold. There will be two films this month. IONS on Friday, August 2 at 6:30 pm will show Escape Fire: The Fight to Rescue American Healthcare. It takes on a cure for our health care system. Movies That Matter Tucson will show You Can Heal Your Life with Louise Hay on August 18 at 1:30 pm. Both of these for $5 each.

We have two Course in Miracles meetings: the Blue Book on Tuesdays, and the Urtext on Wednesdays both at 6 pm in Annex Room 1. Also on Wednesdays, The Silent Unity Prayer service meets at 10 am, followed at 10:30 by the book study, Conversations with God, by Neale Donald Walsch. On the first Wednesday, John Dore facilitates Spiritual Constellations at 7 pm in Annex Room 3. This insightful process helps you to understand puzzling family relationships that carry over into the present.

On the third Thursday TIES continues to delve into Near Death Experiences and other spiritual transfor-mations.

Reiki Circle meets at 7 pm on the second Friday in Harmony Hall. Healing energy might also be de-scribed as the divine energy of love. When it passes through you and you accept it as such, you may feel a profound peace and acceptance; the healing.

Friday Happy Hours meet at different restaurants each week to sample delicious appetizers which are usually a meal in themselves and at reduced prices. We are trying out new restaurants as well as old favorites in different parts of town to find out what’s out there. Let me know if you’ve discovered a really good one.

At our potluck on Sunday, August 11 three pro-fessionals from the healing community will explain how their particular treatments work. Janice Thomas

UNITY OF TUCSON’S AUGUST ART EXHIBIT FEATURES

NANCY S. HUBER“WHY DO I PAINT? The colors and flow of pigments

as they mingle and give shape to the subject is a fas-cinating process. To that end, I focus on working with what the medium does naturally — guiding rather than assuming I need to control. As I continue

to learn and improve my skill, I get caught up in the process of resolving the tension between accuracy and the essence as I seek to portray the idea of my subject. When it comes to watercolor, however, I consider myself a novice with much to learn.”

NANCY COLEI have been training and creating art as a lifelong pursuit, culminat-ing in college with a five week long watercolor course taught while backpacking in Greece and Italy through the University of Arizona College of Architecture. My recent

works are concentrating on color, using a brilliant palette that isn’t strictly representational. My long term art goals are to continue to grow and develop my style.

UNITY OF TUCSON has partnered with

This relationship now offers the opportunity of going to Amazon from www.unitytucson.com and clicking on the Amazon logo ( ). This link will take you directly to the Amazon home page. If you choose to make any purchases, Unity of Tucson will now benefit financially...you will not pay a red cent more by pur-chasing through Amazon.com in this manner.

BOOKSTORE NEWS

Prosperity and the Light; Your Guide to Living In Abundance, by Diane Stein, offers her substantial experience and insights into bringing prosperity and abundance into your life. Her book is about rejecting blame and trying new methods.

A conscious awareness of God can be the beginning of a whole new life! In Jim Rosemergy’s book, Even Mystics Have Bills to Pay Balancing A Spiritual Life and Earthly Living. The key to prosperity is turning toward God. You are invited to go beyond old methods of making ends meet and to “dig deeper, not for precious metals, but for the treasure that is within us.”

Keeping Close In Prayer with Dorothy Pierson, is a collection of articles that Dorothy wrote over a period of seven years for her Prove Me Now Ministry Newsletter. Most offer insights to the principles that she has lived by most of her life.

A remarkable collection of poetry, fiction, and essays compiled by Anne McCracken and Mary Semel, both of whom have lost a child, A Broken Heart Still Beats gets to the heart of this hardest of trials. Seasoned with wisdom and experience, their words and the works of several famous authors, offer rare comfort and insight to those who need it most.

NEW CHILDREN’S BOOKSBeautiful Girl, by Christiane Northrup, with Kristina Tracy, presents a simple but important message; that to be born a girl is a very special thing and carries with it magical gifts and powers

that must be recognized and nurtured.

Bonnie the Honeybee and The Case of the Butterfly Blues, written and Il-lustrated by Lori K. Lee, helps children understand that everyone has their own unique abilities. This is a story with large lessons for young children.

Visit our Clearance Table and the Special Book Sale Shelf! Great Prices, no sales tax!

WHO MANIFESTED THE BASKETBALL?THE LUTE OLSON autographed basketball was donated by Marilyn Brodhurst (thank you Marilyn) to be raffled off for some worthy cause. The worthiest I could think of was cooling down the Ramada for summer by installing a mister system. Tickets were sold at $1 each or 6 for $5. Judy Notestine excitedly bought six and very excitedly filled out each ticket; her daughter also eagerly bought one. The energy around these two as they bought the tickets was palpable. No. they were not jumping up and down but close. Judy won.

Her son-in-law, was a basket ball coach who at-tended to the Final Four (college tournament) each year. Judy and her daughter vibrated such love and energy that, of course, the Universe came through. Does getting what you want require that you get so excited that you jump up and down in anticipation? Probably not, but close.

SPEND A LITTLE TIME AT UNITYYBe a Unity Volunteer “Angel”YMake volunteering a loving habitYSpend a little time with Unity Youth on SundaysYSpend a little time with our Kitchen Angel to make the set up and clean up easierYLearn something new, drive the Go-CartContact Jackie Fortier, our Volunteer Coordinator at 481.0847 or email:jacks7@hotmail.com.

Hear, my child, and accept my words, that the years of your life may be many. —Proverbs 4:10

offers Soul Level Healing for those deep wounds that seem to be stuck with us. Sherry Fritz, offers nutri-tional training and a system for growing your own organic veggies on the patio. Sylvia Boyed will ex-plain myofascial release and how it relieves the ad-hesions you didn’t know you had but cause pain.

The Third Saturday, Maria Kingsley will offer EFT a powerful technique to get rid of stuck thoughts and bad habits. Courage and Renewal is on vacation this month.

A very special event is taking place on Thurs-day, August 29. Arrangements have been made with the Life Line Screening Program do the testing at Unity. The cost for the following medical screenings is: Stroke/Carotid Artery, $60; Heart Rhythm (Atrial Fibrillation), $60; Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm, $60; Peripheral Arterial Disease, $60; and Osteoporosis Risk Assessment, $35. Package 1, Stroke, Vascular Disease & Hearth Rhythm Package…4 tests for only $139! Package 2, Add an Osteoporosis Screening for only $10 more…5 tests for only $149! A $116 sav-ings! These screenings are very much in the area of Preventive Medicine – checking on conditions before they get serious and when they are easily treatable. Pre-registration is required, call: 1-888-653-6450. More information and registration form is on the flyer inserted into this issue of Expanding Horizons.

UNITIC ADVENTURES & OTHER ACTIVITIES ~ AUGUST 2013Time and place available on the Expanding

Horizons Calendar or in the Sunday Bulletin.For information call Molly Nelson, 303.6042,

cell 488.8284 or email unitics@q.com

We desert rats have learned to appreciate August. Thank God it’s 109o above zero rather than below. It’s great, the monsoon rains washed my house. I don’t have to turn on the heater in my house or car. If I get to the grocery store by 7 am, I’m all done with shopping by 8 am.

What can we feel good about in August. It’s not cold. There will be two films this month. IONS on Friday, August 2 at 6:30 pm will show Escape Fire: The Fight to Rescue American Healthcare. It takes on a cure for our health care system. Movies That Matter Tucson will show You Can Heal Your Life with Louise Hay on August 18 at 1:30 pm. Both of these for $5 each.

We have two Course in Miracles meetings: the Blue Book on Tuesdays, and the Urtext on Wednesdays both at 6 pm in Annex Room 1. Also on Wednesdays, The Silent Unity Prayer service meets at 10 am, followed at 10:30 by the book study, Conversations with God, by Neale Donald Walsch. On the first Wednesday, John Dore facilitates Spiritual Constellations at 7 pm in Annex Room 3. This insightful process helps you to understand puzzling family relationships that carry over into the present.

On the third Thursday TIES continues to delve into Near Death Experiences and other spiritual transfor-mations.

Reiki Circle meets at 7 pm on the second Friday in Harmony Hall. Healing energy might also be de-scribed as the divine energy of love. When it passes through you and you accept it as such, you may feel a profound peace and acceptance; the healing.

Friday Happy Hours meet at different restaurants each week to sample delicious appetizers which are usually a meal in themselves and at reduced prices. We are trying out new restaurants as well as old favorites in different parts of town to find out what’s out there. Let me know if you’ve discovered a really good one.

At our potluck on Sunday, August 11 three pro-fessionals from the healing community will explain how their particular treatments work. Janice Thomas

UNITY OF TUCSON’S AUGUST ART EXHIBIT FEATURES

NANCY S. HUBER“WHY DO I PAINT? The colors and flow of pigments

as they mingle and give shape to the subject is a fas-cinating process. To that end, I focus on working with what the medium does naturally — guiding rather than assuming I need to control. As I continue

to learn and improve my skill, I get caught up in the process of resolving the tension between accuracy and the essence as I seek to portray the idea of my subject. When it comes to watercolor, however, I consider myself a novice with much to learn.”

NANCY COLEI have been training and creating art as a lifelong pursuit, culminat-ing in college with a five week long watercolor course taught while backpacking in Greece and Italy through the University of Arizona College of Architecture. My recent

works are concentrating on color, using a brilliant palette that isn’t strictly representational. My long term art goals are to continue to grow and develop my style.

UNITY OF TUCSON has partnered with

This relationship now offers the opportunity of going to Amazon from www.unitytucson.com and clicking on the Amazon logo ( ). This link will take you directly to the Amazon home page. If you choose to make any purchases, Unity of Tucson will now benefit financially...you will not pay a red cent more by pur-chasing through Amazon.com in this manner.

BOOKSTORE NEWS

Prosperity and the Light; Your Guide to Living In Abundance, by Diane Stein, offers her substantial experience and insights into bringing prosperity and abundance into your life. Her book is about rejecting blame and trying new methods.

A conscious awareness of God can be the beginning of a whole new life! In Jim Rosemergy’s book, Even Mystics Have Bills to Pay Balancing A Spiritual Life and Earthly Living. The key to prosperity is turning toward God. You are invited to go beyond old methods of making ends meet and to “dig deeper, not for precious metals, but for the treasure that is within us.”

Keeping Close In Prayer with Dorothy Pierson, is a collection of articles that Dorothy wrote over a period of seven years for her Prove Me Now Ministry Newsletter. Most offer insights to the principles that she has lived by most of her life.

A remarkable collection of poetry, fiction, and essays compiled by Anne McCracken and Mary Semel, both of whom have lost a child, A Broken Heart Still Beats gets to the heart of this hardest of trials. Seasoned with wisdom and experience, their words and the works of several famous authors, offer rare comfort and insight to those who need it most.

NEW CHILDREN’S BOOKSBeautiful Girl, by Christiane Northrup, with Kristina Tracy, presents a simple but important message; that to be born a girl is a very special thing and carries with it magical gifts and powers

that must be recognized and nurtured.

Bonnie the Honeybee and The Case of the Butterfly Blues, written and Il-lustrated by Lori K. Lee, helps children understand that everyone has their own unique abilities. This is a story with large lessons for young children.

Visit our Clearance Table and the Special Book Sale Shelf! Great Prices, no sales tax!

WHO MANIFESTED THE BASKETBALL?THE LUTE OLSON autographed basketball was donated by Marilyn Brodhurst (thank you Marilyn) to be raffled off for some worthy cause. The worthiest I could think of was cooling down the Ramada for summer by installing a mister system. Tickets were sold at $1 each or 6 for $5. Judy Notestine excitedly bought six and very excitedly filled out each ticket; her daughter also eagerly bought one. The energy around these two as they bought the tickets was palpable. No. they were not jumping up and down but close. Judy won.

Her son-in-law, was a basket ball coach who at-tended to the Final Four (college tournament) each year. Judy and her daughter vibrated such love and energy that, of course, the Universe came through. Does getting what you want require that you get so excited that you jump up and down in anticipation? Probably not, but close.

SPEND A LITTLE TIME AT UNITYYBe a Unity Volunteer “Angel”YMake volunteering a loving habitYSpend a little time with Unity Youth on SundaysYSpend a little time with our Kitchen Angel to make the set up and clean up easierYLearn something new, drive the Go-CartContact Jackie Fortier, our Volunteer Coordinator at 481.0847 or email:jacks7@hotmail.com.

Hear, my child, and accept my words, that the years of your life may be many. —Proverbs 4:10

UNITY SCHOOL OF CREATIVE LIVING TODDLERS-PRESCHOOL

PRESCHOOL: 3 - 5 years oldTODDLERS: 1 & 2 years old

HOURS: 7 am - 5:30 pmBEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CARE AVAILABLE THROUGHOUT THE YEAR

with a minimum of days off for holidays.

Full or part-time available for children ages 1-5 years,

Please call Marilyn, 577.3300 for more information.

A SELECTION OF SOLERI BELLS

DISPLAYED in the Bookstore, are available to be purchased and taken, or can be purchased in memory of a person or event, the bell then placed along the high wall of the Sanctuary. A record of

memorial bells is found on the north porch.

Bell 175: In loving memory of Pauline Strader Martin. Thank you for your Spirit, Light and your love.

—Bill Shepherd

SANCTUARY FLOWERS THE FRESH FLOWERS in our Sanctuary on Sun-

days lend a welcoming glow to our Church. If you would like to donate flowers in memory of a loved one, or just because...please notify the

Church office by Tuesday noon at 577.3300 for the following Sunday or the Sunday of your choice. Cost: $75. Holiday flowers, $125.

GOING TO BE ON VACATION OR OUT OF TOWN? PLEASE REMEMBER that donations to support your spiritual home are vital year ‘round. Please consider a credit card donation or donate on line through PayPal anytime you are away or un-able to attend a Sunday service. Simply go to www.unitytucson.com and click on the link “Contact Us” and your secure tax-deductible contribution may be made via credit card or your PayPal account. Thank you!

OUR ENERGY LIFTING CD...Musical Affirmations with Larry, Linda, Adam and Robert, featuring positive affirmations...

I’m Ready for a MiracleHappy Am I, I’m Rich, I’m Happy I Am the Radiant Life of God,

I Am I Am I Am This little Light of Mine, and more...

Originally $10, now available $5.

UNITY OF TUCSON is financially supported through your tithes and offerings. This ministry does not get subsidies from a central office or headquarters. We know that God is the Source of this Church. We see all required financial resources rushing to us through God’s many channels of abundance.

Biographies of

UNITY OF TUCSON BOARD MEMBERS

Steve RossSINCE 1995, I have been attend-ing Unity of Tucson and joined in 1997. This was where I met my wife Sheila. This church was my first experience with Unity.

While growing up, we only went to church the few times a year when we visited Grandma. While in college started attending church with whomever I was dating. (You get lots of brownie points when you do this.) In doing so, I attended Episcopalian, Baptist and Catholic churches for a few years at a time.

When I moved to Tucson I went church shopping and was really drawn to Unity’s message that we are in charge of our own life experiences. I’ve always felt this and now I found a community that also feels that way. In real life (lower case r), I’m an engineer. Currently I work out of an office in Detroit. This means I commute every other week.

Sheila joined the board of Unity 11 years ago and when her 6 years was up Larry asked me to al-low my name to be placed in nomination. I’ve been the Board Treasurer for the last 4 years. Almost from day one at Unity I began tithing. In the past 15 years my salary has almost tripled. So I say it works.

Labyrinth

Gazebo

Meditation

Trail

LABYRINTH: Located off the North parking lot is for the enjoyment of a quiet walking meditation, 24/7/365.

MEDITATION PATH: Starting from the South porch, a 1/3 mile long walk for prayer and quiet.

GAZEBO: Provides a shady spot to relax and enjoy the view.

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AT UNITY OF TUCSON

EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELYDUE TO her changing schedule, Mary Kelley, Nurse Practitioner, will no longer be taking ap-pointments at Unity’s Health Ministry. Please watch for evolving developments in the Health Ministry with additional wellness modalities be-ing offered. We will continue to offer annual health and healthy eating fairs. We deeply ap-preciate Mary’s tireless dedication over the past many years and see the next step in this level of service unfolding in a divinely ordered manner.We value Mary and Tom as they continue to bless this Ministry in many ways..

SOME IDEAS FOR PRAYERS from: Use the Working Power of the Holy Spirit

by May Rowland

FOR HEALING: The loving, powerful action of the Holy Spirit takes command in my body, and I am renewed and restored.

FOR REJUVENATION: The rejuvenating power of the Holy Spirit is now at work in every atom and func-tion of my body, making me alive and radiant with life and wholeness.

FOR YOUR LONGING SOUL: The inspiration of the Holy Spirit reaches to the depths of my soul and satisfies my every need.

WHEN YOU HAVE A PROBLEM TO SOLVE: Dear loving Spirit within me, I give this problem over to You. I relax and let You direct its outworking.

WHEN IN NEED OF COMFORT: The comforting sustaining presence of the Holy Spirit uplifts and strengthens me.

FOR HELP IN YOUR WORK: The Holy Spirit, ex-pressing itself through me, touches all that con-cerns me and brings order and harmony into my work (or life).

FOR PROSPERITY: I let the Holy Spirit take com-mand of my affairs, and I am prospered through new avenues of supply.

“Live in harmony with one another.” —Romans 12:16

COMING IN SEPTEMBER...

UNITY WORLD DAY OF PRAYER

LIVING WELL: NURTURING MIND, BODY, & SPIRIT

My positive thoughts, words, and actions create a healthy life—mind, body, and spirit.

Join us for services at

UNITY OF TUCSONTHURSDAY

SEPTEMBER 12, 2013

NOON & 7 PMSANCTUARY

UNITY SCHOOL OF CREATIVE LIVING TODDLERS-PRESCHOOL

PRESCHOOL: 3 - 5 years oldTODDLERS: 1 & 2 years old

HOURS: 7 am - 5:30 pmBEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CARE AVAILABLE THROUGHOUT THE YEAR

with a minimum of days off for holidays.

Full or part-time available for children ages 1-5 years,

Please call Marilyn, 577.3300 for more information.

A SELECTION OF SOLERI BELLS

DISPLAYED in the Bookstore, are available to be purchased and taken, or can be purchased in memory of a person or event, the bell then placed along the high wall of the Sanctuary. A record of

memorial bells is found on the north porch.

Bell 175: In loving memory of Pauline Strader Martin. Thank you for your Spirit, Light and your love.

—Bill Shepherd

SANCTUARY FLOWERS THE FRESH FLOWERS in our Sanctuary on Sun-

days lend a welcoming glow to our Church. If you would like to donate flowers in memory of a loved one, or just because...please notify the

Church office by Tuesday noon at 577.3300 for the following Sunday or the Sunday of your choice. Cost: $75. Holiday flowers, $125.

GOING TO BE ON VACATION OR OUT OF TOWN? PLEASE REMEMBER that donations to support your spiritual home are vital year ‘round. Please consider a credit card donation or donate on line through PayPal anytime you are away or un-able to attend a Sunday service. Simply go to www.unitytucson.com and click on the link “Contact Us” and your secure tax-deductible contribution may be made via credit card or your PayPal account. Thank you!

OUR ENERGY LIFTING CD...Musical Affirmations with Larry, Linda, Adam and Robert, featuring positive affirmations...

I’m Ready for a MiracleHappy Am I, I’m Rich, I’m Happy I Am the Radiant Life of God,

I Am I Am I Am This little Light of Mine, and more...

Originally $10, now available $5.

UNITY OF TUCSON is financially supported through your tithes and offerings. This ministry does not get subsidies from a central office or headquarters. We know that God is the Source of this Church. We see all required financial resources rushing to us through God’s many channels of abundance.

Biographies of

UNITY OF TUCSON BOARD MEMBERS

Steve RossSINCE 1995, I have been attend-ing Unity of Tucson and joined in 1997. This was where I met my wife Sheila. This church was my first experience with Unity.

While growing up, we only went to church the few times a year when we visited Grandma. While in college started attending church with whomever I was dating. (You get lots of brownie points when you do this.) In doing so, I attended Episcopalian, Baptist and Catholic churches for a few years at a time.

When I moved to Tucson I went church shopping and was really drawn to Unity’s message that we are in charge of our own life experiences. I’ve always felt this and now I found a community that also feels that way. In real life (lower case r), I’m an engineer. Currently I work out of an office in Detroit. This means I commute every other week.

Sheila joined the board of Unity 11 years ago and when her 6 years was up Larry asked me to al-low my name to be placed in nomination. I’ve been the Board Treasurer for the last 4 years. Almost from day one at Unity I began tithing. In the past 15 years my salary has almost tripled. So I say it works.

Labyrinth

Gazebo

Meditation

Trail

LABYRINTH: Located off the North parking lot is for the enjoyment of a quiet walking meditation, 24/7/365.

MEDITATION PATH: Starting from the South porch, a 1/3 mile long walk for prayer and quiet.

GAZEBO: Provides a shady spot to relax and enjoy the view.

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AT UNITY OF TUCSON

EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELYDUE TO her changing schedule, Mary Kelley, Nurse Practitioner, will no longer be taking ap-pointments at Unity’s Health Ministry. Please watch for evolving developments in the Health Ministry with additional wellness modalities be-ing offered. We will continue to offer annual health and healthy eating fairs. We deeply ap-preciate Mary’s tireless dedication over the past many years and see the next step in this level of service unfolding in a divinely ordered manner.We value Mary and Tom as they continue to bless this Ministry in many ways..

SOME IDEAS FOR PRAYERS from: Use the Working Power of the Holy Spirit

by May Rowland

FOR HEALING: The loving, powerful action of the Holy Spirit takes command in my body, and I am renewed and restored.

FOR REJUVENATION: The rejuvenating power of the Holy Spirit is now at work in every atom and func-tion of my body, making me alive and radiant with life and wholeness.

FOR YOUR LONGING SOUL: The inspiration of the Holy Spirit reaches to the depths of my soul and satisfies my every need.

WHEN YOU HAVE A PROBLEM TO SOLVE: Dear loving Spirit within me, I give this problem over to You. I relax and let You direct its outworking.

WHEN IN NEED OF COMFORT: The comforting sustaining presence of the Holy Spirit uplifts and strengthens me.

FOR HELP IN YOUR WORK: The Holy Spirit, ex-pressing itself through me, touches all that con-cerns me and brings order and harmony into my work (or life).

FOR PROSPERITY: I let the Holy Spirit take com-mand of my affairs, and I am prospered through new avenues of supply.

“Live in harmony with one another.” —Romans 12:16

COMING IN SEPTEMBER...

UNITY WORLD DAY OF PRAYER

LIVING WELL: NURTURING MIND, BODY, & SPIRIT

My positive thoughts, words, and actions create a healthy life—mind, body, and spirit.

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UNITY OF TUCSONTHURSDAY

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EXPANDING HORIZONS

PRAC TICAL CHRISTIANIT Y FOR TODAYIssue 8 ~August 2013 ~ Volume 30unity

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MONTHLY AFFIRMATIONS ~ from Silent Unity, August 2013Inner peace is only a thought away.

Spirit leads me, guides me, and walks beside me.Divine Life renews every cell in my body.Infinite Spirit is the source of my good.

My personal peace is a gift to the world.

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LARRY & MARY ELLEN SWARTZ, MINISTERSBOARD OF DIRECTORS:

Doris Stremel, President; Lorry Quihuis, Vice President; Steve Ross, Treasurer; Joy Gurgevich, Secretary;

Mary Kelley, Member; Alan Katz, Member;Larry & Mary Ellen Swartz, Members

LICENSED UNITY TEACHER: Marilyn BrodhurstDIRECTOR OF MUSIC: Linda AckermannOFFICE: Mary Kosies VOLUNTEERS: Fae Abshire, Linda Fajardo, Kathy SchafferFACILITIES MANAGER: William Shepherd, 437.7900VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR AND ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR: Jackie Fortier 481.0849, email: jacks7@hotmail.comBOOKSTORE & LENDING LIBRARY HOURS:Monday-Friday: 9 am-4 pm ~ Saturday: 10 am - 2 pm Sunday: 8:30 am-12:30 pmBOOKSTORE VOLUNTEERS: Deborah Boykins, Marcia Brummett, Lindee Goodall, Elaine Helfond, Debra Irons, Nance McGee, Ann Minnich, Bill Shepherd, Gregg Thomas, Carole WotheLIBRARY VOLUNTEER: Gregg ThomasPRAYER MINISTRY COORDINATOR: Mary Anne RobbinsPRAYER CHAPLAINS: Alan Katz, Coordinator, unitytucsonpc@gmail.com, or 270.2262, Yasser Elkadi, Tom Kelley, Val Murray, Adrien, James Patten, Roberto Pineda, Mary Quihuis WEDDING COORDINATOR: Deborah Boykins, 401.3958UNITICS GROUP: Molly Nelson, 303.6042 or 488.8284USHERS: Deborah Boykins, Karen Ives, Don Hammond, Sara Grimm, 9 am. Tom Kelley, Ron Mealka, Katelyn Streett, 11 amGREETERS: Jan Collins, Roberta LathamSOUND BOARD OPERATORS: Deborah Boykins, Yasser Elkadi, Bill Goodall, Ron Limbaugh, Virginia Sosnick ART GALLERY: Sue Rumsey, 577.3300SANCTUARY CHAIR BACKS: Janet Winters

KITCHEN ANGEL: Judy NotestineCHILDREN’S CHURCH DIRECTOR: Susan Cooper, sjc325@q.comTEEN PROGRAM DIRECTOR: Mark Ruhl, mruhl10@gmail.comY.O.U. SPONSOR: Jo’Ann RuhlUNITEENS SPONSORS: Sue Bulen, Matt RuhlTEACHERS AND CO-TEACHERS: Marilyn Blankenship,Susan Cooper, Diane Elton, Hazelle Gonter, Joe Nutini, Bettye Root

UNITY SCHOOL OF CREATIVE LIVINGDIRECTOR: Larry SwartzPRINCIPAL/ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: Marilyn RawTEACHERS & AIDES: Marilyn Raw, Eva Buzzard, Lisa Villegas, Maricela Dominguez VOLUNTEERS: Ellen Garms, Dewanne Hopson

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WHERE DOES UNITY STAND?

VERY RECENTLY the Supreme Court of our land handed down two decisions that were polarizing in how they were received by the majority of people, which is to say they were either applauded or criticized. If critical, some were rather flamboyant with their

word choices, and if the narrow five to four ruling which came down differently for each of the two was favorable, praise was offered. The rulings of course directly affect the portion of our population who want the institution of marriage to be available between two people regardless of gender. Other polarizing topics that seem to always be on the front burner of various levels of government have to do with the issues of abortion, legalizing levels of drugs from marijuana and beyond, gun control concerns and more. Passions run high.

Ecclesiastical based voices are often loudly expressed, and the question sometimes heard asks “Where does Unity stand?” Often the question is asked as if to bait, for if the wrong answer is heard then the result is seeking to make Unity wrong. So, “Where does Unity stand?”

Over the years of Unity’s existence as a religious institution this question has been asked more than a few times, and the answer always revolves around the wording that Unity’s perceived place or mission is to offer and teach from its understanding of Spiritual Principle, and then to acknowledge the freedom of each to apply that Principle within his or her life as their individual guidance is perceived.

Notwithstanding a possible law or a legal interpretation, where it gets tricky is to then believe that “my” under-standing of Principle is the right one and should be the standard for another’s life and decisions…perhaps even for everyone, everywhere. Then what is occasionally heard is another question something like, “You mean—and citing a specific something—is okay?” The answer always is to state that it is okay for another, and if it isn’t okay for you, then don’t do it, reminiscent of Jesus’ words to Peter as concern was expressed for another, “What difference does that make to you? You follow me.” Meaning, in the context of this article, to follow the inner promptings of Spirit apart from what another is doing or saying.

Our understanding of Spiritual Principle isn’t captured within a specific sentence or buried within creed and dogma. It isn’t contained within a published statement that then excludes anyone who might be described as too far left or right of its wording. Within Unity this is specifically true because we further teach that everyone’s understanding of Spiritual Principle is never a static, one-time occurrence, but one that evolves. Each can most probably remember something that was once believed—even ardently—now perceived differently, even being the total opposite.

So, we walk gently through the universe as we more deeply realize that ours is never to fix or change another, for that is a daunting task and is always based on the false assumption that we would know what we were doing. Ours is to perceive another as we would want ourselves to be perceived. Ours is to grant another freedom to follow their guidance as they unfold what is right and perfect for them.

And, Unity also doesn’t tell you who to vote for.

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6:30 pm: Full Moon Labyrinth Walk

6 pm: A Course In Miracles, Annex Rm 1

6:30 pm: Spirituality & Astronomy 101On vacation until September

6 pm: A Course In Miracles, Annex Rm 1

6:30 pm: Spirituality & Astronomy 101On vacation until September

6 pm: A Course In Miracles, Annex Rm 1

6:30 pm: Spirituality & Astronomy 101On vacation until September

6 pm: A Course In Miracles, Annex Rm 1

6:30 pm: Spirituality & Astronomy 101On vacation until September

10 am: Silent Unity Prayer Service Prayer Room

10:30 am: Book Study, Prayer Room

6 pm: A Course In Miracles, Urtext Version Class, Annex Rm 1

10 am: Silent Unity Prayer Service Prayer Room

10:30 am: Book Study, Prayer Room

6 pm: A Course In Miracles, Urtext Version Class, Annex Rm 1

10 am: Silent Unity Prayer Service Prayer Room

10:30 am: Book Study, Prayer Room

6 pm: A Course In Miracles, Urtext Version Class, Annex Rm 1

10 am: Silent Unity Prayer Service Prayer Room

10:30 am: Book Study, Prayer Room

6 pm: A Course In Miracles, Urtext Version Class, Annex Rm 1

6:30 pm: TIES, International Association of Near Death Studies, Annex Rm 3

7 pm: IONS Energy Circle, Harmony Hall

7 pm: Reiki Circle, Annex Rm 3

6:30 pm: IONS Monthly Speaker Event, Sanctuary

10 am: EFT, Annex Rm 3

Valerie Priser

Bill GoodallRon Limbaugh

Carol Nixon

Kate CusumanoTom Kelley

Judy NotestineVicky Tracz Gregg Thomas James Miller Thomas Kane

Sharon HutsonSue Bulen

Mary Gloria Parker Kyle Arechiga

Karen DisbrowJessica Minnich Kathleen Ragan

Corrine McWillisMarion Foree

Aimy EscotoJan McIntire Jackie Osterkorn Mary E Nelson Alan Smith

Peggy HydeJim Stremel Bettye Root Carole Wothe

Unity of Tucson Health MinistryLife Line Screening*

Sponsored by Pima HeartAnnex Rooms, Foyer, Harmony Hall

Pre-registration required. 1.888.653.6450

BIRTHDAYS ARE IN italics. Remember to bless this Unity congregant on their special day. If your birthday is not here please call and give us your date.

UNITY OF TUCSON ~ 3617 N CAMINO BLANCO ~ TUCSON AZ 85718-7239 ~ 577.3300 ~ FAX: 577.3721PRAYER MINISTRY: 577.1460 ~ DIAL-A-PRAYER: 577.1664 ~ WWW.UNITYTUCSON.COM ~ UNITYTUS@QWEST.NET ~ FACEBOOK.COM/UNITYTUCSON

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9 & 11 am: Sunday Services11 am: Youth Education, Annex Rms 1,2,310 am: New Art Display, Foyer*12:30 pm: Unitics Board Games Afternoon, Annex Rm 1

9 & 11 am: Sunday Services11 am: Youth Education, Annex Rms 1,2,312:15 pm, Potluck, Harmony Hall/Ramada6:30 pm: IONS Book Group, Annex Rm 3

9 & 11 am: Sunday Services11 am: Youth Education, Annex Rms 1,2,312:30 pm: Abraham DVD and Discussion Annex Rm 212:30 pm: Unitics Board Games Afternoon, Annex Rm 16:30 pm: IONS Book Group, Annex Rm 3

9 & 11 am: Sunday Services11 am: Youth Education, Annex Rms 1,2,31:00 pm: Movie, Sanctuary, $5.12:30 pm: Breathe the Light Meditation Group Prayer Room