Subject: Wayfarers ❤️ Newsletter May 17-23, 2021

May 17-23, 2021

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT

Ron Lindahn, minister, artist, husband, friend, and much more, died at peace in his home on May 14th with his wife Helene by his side. He was a lifelong disciple of Parmahansa Yogananda and left his home in California many years ago to continue his studies with Rev. Roy Eugene Davis at the Center for Spiritual Awareness (CSA) in Lakemont, GA. He was ordained as an Interfaith Minister before meeting Wayfares Unity founder Rose-Mary Hatfield in 1986. Rose-Mary recognized Ron as a kindred spirit and asked if he might be interested in being part of a "New Thought" ministry in Dillard. Ron accepted her invitation and served by her side as Co-Minister for many years. After Rose-Mary's passing, Ron continued as minister - ultimately serving Wayfarers Unity Chapel for 30 years before leaving to serve full-time at CSA in 2016.


He served with love, humor, wisdom, and patience, touching countless lives here and abroad. There are very few parts of our wonderful chapel and grounds that have not known his touch.


He will be deeply missed.


Details on a candle-light service in his honor will be announced shortly.

LAST SUNDAY AT THE CHAPEL

Crowe Capps' music took us to a meditative state and then lifted us up for our talk by David Stearns. David's thought-provoking talk was based on Greg Braden's book "The Isaiah Effect: Decoding the Lost Science of Prayer and Prophecy"


David's talk will be available online within a few days at Sunday Talks.

THIS SUNDAY - MAY 16th

Our musician this week is Chris Casses.


Rev. Dr. Randy Doster will speak about The Universal Law of Cause and Effect, and Rev. Mark Stein will lead our meditation.



Please use hand sanitizer at front door as you enter and continue to observe 6' spacing and the wearing of face masks. (Masks are also available at the front door.) Please leave chairs in place so that we can maintain the appropriate 6' separation.

BOARD MEETING 5/21

The board will meet at 3:30 pm Friday 5/21. We will be reviewing the latest CDC guidelines and how they may affect our current policies regarding RSVPs, social distancing, and the wearing of masks. Based on the outcome of that review, we will also be discussing the possibility of reviving our summer concert series, hosting Acoustic Eidolon in the fall, and/or resuming our 1st Sunday Potluck. We will also review chapel maintenance issues as well as the possible addition of "A Course In Miracles" discussion group.


We have heard from a few folks on the topics above, but we would love to hear from more of you as we work to provide a safe and spiritually satisfying experience for all Wayfarers. So, If you have questions or opinions on any of the above topics, please contact one of the board members listed below by Thursday 5/20.


The meeting is currently scheduled to be held at the chapel. However, due to the area's current gasoline shortage, the meeting may be changed to a Zoom meeting. If you are interested in observing the meeting, please contact Ruth Henry at 901.218.4234 on Friday to either confirm that the meeting is at the chapel or obtain the required Zoom link.

CONTACT THE BOARD

The Board always welcomes and encourages your input. If you have suggestions, questions, or new ideas about opportunities to serve the Chapel or our communities, please contact one of the Board members listed below.


Ruth Henry ............. (901) 218-4234 ... qilautheartsong@gmail.com

Barbara Beckham ... (772) 321-8145 ... apinklady@att.net

David Stearns ......... (828) 349-7361 ... dspvbfl@gmail.com

Sandy Thomas ....... (407) 786-4364 ... sandralmt@live.com

Joyce Oliver ............ (828) 200-9160 ... joyousmo22@gmail.com

PRAYER GROUP

The Wayfarers Prayer Group is available to hold you, a friend, or a loved one in affirmative prayer in time of need. If you wish to receive prayerful support, please contact Anne Krislis at (404) 510-2670 or adeeney424@aol.com

WEBSITE

Wayfarers website address is www.wayfarersunity.org. Check-in frequently for updated chapel information, to watch videos of Sunday talks, read the newsletter, make an online contribution, check out the schedule of events, and learn about all the opportunities for spiritual growth that are offered.

THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK 


“You are not now, nor have you ever been, the problem. You are the person who sees the problem in order to activate the idea necessary to solve the problem. Idaes, not physical bodies, solve problems. Mind and emotion are essentials of life, and you are mind and emotion ... You are intelligence, capable of knowing the right idea at the right time to make the right decision.”


-- Raymond Charles Barker, "The Power of Decision"

Wayfarers Unity Chapel is entirely supported by free-will offerings. We are richly blessed by the people in our fellowship who give, and we are grateful for your gifts.


If you would like to contribute financially to support this ministry, please place your love offering in one of the donation baskets at the Chapel entrance or mail your check to Wayfarers Unity Chapel, PO Box 474, Dillard, GA 30537. You may also make a contribution electronically by visiting www.wayfarersunity.org DONATIONS page and selecting the yellow "Donate" button". All donations are tax-deductible.

"Divine love thru me

blesses and multiplies all that I have,

all that I give, and all that I receive."