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Movie Discussion Group (Zoom): Mon, 2:00 PM
WINGS Book Study Group: Tue, 12:00 PM
Wednesday "Faith Lift" Meditation: 7:00 PM Table Talk Thursday (Zoom): 12:00 PM
Exodus Class (Zoom): Thur, 3:00 PM
Sunday Service: 10:45 AM
Sunday Social (Zoom): 12:00 PM
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| I Draw a Heart - by Leddy Hammock, Valentine’s Day 2021 |
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I Draw a Heart by Leddy Hammock
I draw a heart around a space so clean where only Good is seen.
I draw a heart around a brimming cup where only Good wells up.
I draw a heart around a glow of Grace so bright it lights this place.
I draw a heart around a quiet Trust that holds because it must.
I draw a heart around a Joy that none can take, that cannot break.
I draw a heart around a Life in it, tuned to the Infinite.
I draw a heart around a Love so true, it circles me and you. |
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Leddy's Lesson this Sunday: - Like Water
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From lyrics to “Water” by Daniel Nahmod –
“I've seen my share of struggle, when I thought that I knew best . . .
And it always seems the hardest when I've made up my stubborn mind. Well, I'm changing my ways this time.
I wanna be like water, coming down a mountain into shadowy canyons, flowing from pool to stream. Wanna be like water, head uphill no more. I am bound for the sea . . . .
I'll let nature take its course. No more thinking that I know where this river's meant to go.
I have railed against the stars . . . . for the heartache that I've felt, but it always seems when I let go of expectation and regret, life has plenty of surprises for me yet. I wanna be like water.” |
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Unity
Church of Clearwater is honored to have been invited to present a
Celebration of Life for our longtime member, Shirley Young, beloved wife
of Tom Young, on Saturday, February 5, by Zoom. Tom has graciously
allowed us to print the link for all those who would like to view this
loving celebration, designed especially in fond remembrance of our dear Shirley.
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| Two Ways To Watch on Sunday & Wednesday (click images below) |
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| Welcome, Our Two Candidates to the Board! |
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| I
retired 2 years ago from a long satisfying career as a Project
Manager/Facility Planner. Presently I am a dog walker. I just love my
clients. They are fun and keep me in motion! I have 2 dogs of my own
Millie and Hank. I enjoy being outdoors walking, hiking, biking and
swimming. I'm really glad that I have made so many friends. I enjoy each
and every one of them. Previously, I served one other full term and
fulfilled the last year of an additional term, and now am delighted to
be eligible to serve another term for my home Church! |
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| Hello,
I’m honored and excited to join the Board for another term. Unity has
meant so much to my life and I look forward to joining the Board.
I’m
retired from the City of Clearwater (32 years). After I retired from
the City, I worked at Morton Plant Hospital in the Volunteer Office for 2
years and at the Information Desk for 1 year. I continue to volunteer
for the hospital at an adult cancer survivor camp each year. I also
volunteer at Church in the media loft and the Church Office. Since we
can’t meet in person right now, I’m volunteering from home by promoting
our online services and other events on social media sites. I love doing
this and look forward to the day it’s safe to meet in person. |
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Cynthia Mackey as UCC Minister of Education |
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Sue Riley as UCC Minister of Music |
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I
came to Unity of Clearwater about 30 years ago, I have been studying
Unity texts and ideas ever since. I have served as a Youth Ministry
Teacher, Prayer Chaplain, UCC Certified Truth Teacher, as Youth Ministry
Coordinator, Wings Facilitator and on the UCC Board for several terms. My personal mission:
"To
serve our Church and the Unity movement by learning and living and
teaching the Truth principles of Unity within our church and the
community at large" |
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thirty one years ago Sue answered an ad in the newspaper for an
accompanist at Unity Church of Clearwater and she’s been a joyful,
grateful member ever since.
Sue has been the Music Director at UCC
for the past 20 years, working closely with Reverend Leddy to align the
music with the message, something they are both passionate about.
As
one of the founding members of emPower Music & Arts, Sue is
dedicated to changing the world one song at a time and helps to host the
annual Posi Awards, now in its sixteenth year.
Sue is a touring singer songwriter and speaker and just released her eighth CD “There Are Moments.” |
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Monday Movie Discussion Group
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Mondays 2:00 PM Zoom
Next week's movie will be "Pot o' Gold" (1941) with James Stewart, Paulette Goddard & Horace Heidt
Pot o' Gold is a 1941 American romantic musical comedy film starring James Stewart and Paulette Goddard, based on the radio series Pot o' Gold. The film was released April 3, 1941, eight months before the NBC radio series came to an end.
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New Class: Practical Metaphysics with Judy Tafelski
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Tuesdays Beginning March 2
7:00 PM Zoom
Join Associate Minister, Judy Tafelski, for this in depth look at Eric Butterworth's teachings from this Unity classic.
From the Publisher: Learn what it means to live from a deeper place of consciousness--live the abundant, true life you desire--with this book from renowned spiritual leader Eric Butterworth.
The author of Discover the Power Within You shares his profound insights on living metaphysically. Through lectures, meditations, and activities, Butterworth's Practical Metaphysics will awaken you to the centered place of your own truth and offer you paths to health, love, prosperity, and peace of mind.
Increase your spiritual awareness and improve your life with this inspiring collection of lessons created by the gifted minister and teacher.
Eric Butterworth, the best-selling author of 16 books and a prominent leader in the Unity and New Thought movements, rose to popularity with his inspiring messages of personal renewal and positive prayer. His books and lectures, filled with sharp, witty quotes and down-to-earth teachings of metaphysics, have resonated with millions of people around the world.
To Join this Zoom Class:
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Hitting the High Spots of Exodus with Leddy & Rabbi Baseman
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Thursdays 3:00 PM Zoom
An excellent adventure in allegorical Bible study,
team-taught by our Sr. Minister and retired Reform Rabbi, Arthur Baseman, sharing insights into Hebrew Studies & Unity allegorical Bible interpretation.
All Are Welcome! All UCC classes are offered on a free will love offering basis.
To Join this Zoom Class:
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WINGS Book Study Group with Cynthia Mackey
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Tuesdays
12:00 PM
Zoom
WINGS is our daytime Truth Book Study Group and is led by our gifted Certified Truth Teacher, Cynthia Mackey.
The group includes men and women and includes great discussion!
Make new friends, share ideas and explore Unity teachings in a supportive, positive environment -- our Unity Café!
We'll be studying the New Thought classic, Sermon on the Mount by Emmet Fox
All are welcome to join in!
To Join this Zoom Class:
To Join By Phone Call:
646-558-8656 or 301-715-8592 (You'll Need the ID and Password Above)
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THURSDAYS & SUNDAYS! Join Us on Zoom! It's Easy!!
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Thursdays
12:00 PM
Bring your lunch and let's get together and chat!
Board Member & President of Hospitality, Deb Larkin is hosting a weekly Zoom "Table Talk Thursday" call so we can see each others faces and hear each others voices.
Why Table Talk? Well, because that's one thing we miss during this time: sitting around a table in the café and talking together. The Table Talk will last about an hour. Feel free to drop in for a few minutes or spend the whole hour with us. Each week, Deb will have a new topic and you will have the opportunity to learn something new about each other and to share your thoughts. You can choose to participate or just listen in, whatever is comfortable for you. It will be a fun time for all as we enjoy our Unity community and navigate a new normal of virtual social distancing and spiritual closeness.
To Join:
Meeting ID: 899 2533 1726
Passcode: 345849
Topic: Favorite Love Stories from Movies & Books |
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Join Leddy on Zoom and share your thoughts after the service. Bring your coffee and enjoy some casual face time with us.
We miss seeing you and look forward to spending this time with you from week to week. It's good for us!
To Join:
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Below Are Links To Help You Get Set Up with Zoom
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Folks are still asking: "What's the best way to send an offering to the Church?"
We're checking mail every day, so checks sent through the mail are fine, as are checks sent from your bank's online bill pay.
If you feel led you might consider setting up an automatic recurring donation. This can be done through your bank's bill pay or on the Church's donation form.
We've also been asked about the processing fees the church has to pay when the online form is used. The fees are a small percentage (3&-4%) of the total donation, however there is an option to cover fees that you may select if you feel so inclined. Every little bit helps and we're grateful if you decide to turn that option on.
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Now Available: Text Giving
Text "Give" (without quotes) to 833-679-1105 and follow the prompts. |
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UCC Contributes Monthly to Feeding Tampa Bay
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| UCC
continues to contribute to FeedingTampaBay.org. They have doubled
their weekly meals distributed from 1 million meals to 2 million,
establishing six weekly mega pantries serving nearly 10,000 families
each week and converting their mobile pantries to a drive-thru model for
increased distribution and safety. Message from "Rosie" on the
organization's site: "I'm a full time caregiver to my husband, . . .
. The food provided by Feeding Tampa Bay has helped us enormously. The
meals are well balanced . . . and taste great! We really appreciate
the help during this time." |
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“Life is a flowing experience. It’s hard for us to get any sense of meaning out of life and the flow of events and circumstances in our personal experience, unless we catch this idea that life is a flowing experience, that the only certainty is change. Most of our difficulties in life come because we are holding onto things that should be let go. Something that should pass on with the flow of life that new blessings can come into our lives. And when the good life is equated with things or with relationships or with moments of fulfillment, often there’s a tendency to hold on in fear and worry when there’s a threat of their loss or some drastic change. More than ever, this is the time to take a loose hold on life. Be ready to let go and let it flow.” – Eric Butterworth, Unity of New York City, ca. 1975. |
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OUR WEEKLY AFFIRMATION:
“I LET GO AND GO WITH THE HEALING, STRENGTHENING, RELEASING FLOW OF LIFE.”
THANK YOU, GOD!
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