21 King Avenue, Albany, New York

   The mission of Unity Church in Albany is to
   awaken and embrace the Christ in all persons
   through prayer and service.

 ONGOING | AUGUST | SEPTEMBER | OCTOBER | NOVEMBER 

Ongoing Events

Yoga Classes – Every Monday evening from 5 – 6 p.m. Class is led by Deborah Foss, RYT, and is geared toward experienced participants. Beginners, please call before attending. Cost is $80 for 8 weeks or $15 per class (scholarships available). Bring your own yoga mat and pillow. For more information, call Deborah Foss at 785-4131.

Pilates Mat Classes – Every Saturday morning from 9 – 10 a.m. Class is led by Kay Fuller. Cost is $80 for 8 weeks or $15 per class. Bring your own mat. Beginners, please call before attending. For more information, call Kay Fuller at 439-1775.

Course in Miracles Study Groups
Perhaps you have already tried the Course and found it difficult to make it through the text and 365 daily lessons? The Course is challenging, and it is a powerful tool for spiritual growth. And, the metaphysics of the Course are highly compatible with Unity teachings. While the Course is designed for individual study it is helpful to have a “support group” to share your questions, discoveries, and journey with. Unity Church supports two A Course In Miracles study groups. One study group meets Sunday evenings at 7:00 PM in the church library. A second study group meets on the 2nd and 4th Mondays at the home of Reverend Jim and Kay, in Delmar. Both groups are open to new students as well as those who have already been working with the Course. You can find information about study groups across the United States, and beyond, at www.miraclecenter.org.

Wednesday Afternoon Unity Study Group with Jean Robinson in North Petersburgh, NY.
Call 518-686-9513 for information and directions.

 

august

2008 Summer Retreat
SPEND SOME QUALITY TIME WITH YOUR UNITY FAMILY as we relax, renew and explore at the fifth annual Eastern Region Summer Retreat, August 7-10. The theme for this year’s retreat is Let’s Be Happiness. Reverend Teri Hawkins from Unity of Central Oregon will lead our program. Teri is a experienced speaker and facilitator. She’s energetic and she’s fun! Wylie Beverage from Portland Maine will lead our music program. Wylie led the music program for last year’s regional fall conference. This summer’s retreat will be a mix of workshop sessions, music and free time to relax. The Inn at Pocono Manor (Pennsylvania) will once again provide us with a central meeting place that is both affordable and gracious. Golfers are reminded that there are no green fees for guests at the Manor. The Laurel Spa is ready to provide massages and other services. Orvis Outfitters can arrange an afternoon of trap shooting or fly fishing. Perhaps you would enjoy a trail ride to the nearby falls or time to lounge by the pool—so many options! Brochures and registration forms are available at the church. Please join us this summer; you will be glad you did all year long.

 

september

How to be at Peace with Anyone
A Sunday Workshop with Coach Cary Bayer
September 21 from 12:15 – 2:45 PM (Investment $20)
Rare is the person who doesn't have unresolved issues with an ex-spouse, parent, boss, current spouse, deceased parent or ex-boss, for example. People also spend thousands of dollars in therapy trying to resolve these conflicts. Have you ever noticed that people who resemble the person or people who you're incomplete with have an uncanny knack for showing up in your life in different guises? That's no accident. This workshop will provide the theoretical framework to understand the role these people play in your life.

This highly practical workshop also comes equipped with a systematic, three-step Completion Process that frees you of the toxic energy and heavy weight that you've been carrying around for all these years. In this class, you'll make tremendous progress toward finishing the first two of these three steps that are vital for your physical, emotional, and financial health, and will enable you to become at peace with anyone you've ever known.

october

Fall Quest Study Group
The Quest is a 48-week series of lessons that explore Unity teachings and your own spiritual beliefs. Each lesson includes a brief reading and questions / exercises to reflect on. Our weekly study groups are your opportunity to discuss the readings and share your discoveries with others studying the Quest. Signups for weekly study groups will begin in September. Study groups will begin meeting in October. If you are looking for a practical way to understand and integrate Unity’s New Thought Teachings, this study group is for you!

ST. FRANCIS DAY –
BLESSING OF OUR ANIMAL COMPANIONS
Saturday, October 4, 2007 9:30 AM
Unity Church, 21 King Ave. (Cor. of Bradford) Albany

As autumn arrives, people in various places may notice something odd. A procession of animals, everything from dogs and cats to hamsters and even horses, is led to churches for a special ceremony called the Blessing of Pets.

This custom is conducted in remembrance of St. Francis of Assisi’s love for all creatures on his feast day of October 4. All are invited to celebrate the blessing with their animal companions at the Bradford Street Lobby of Unity Church, rain or shine. (In case of rain, the ceremony will take place in the sanctuary.)

We ask that all animal companions be properly leashed or in appropriate carriers for their safety and to maintain a "peaceable kingdom" for all two-legged and four-legged creatures in attendance. For health reasons and out of respect for your pet, we ask that if animals have any illness or injury they be brought to this service in a carrier, so that we may limit stress and not further compromise the health of your pet or another's.

Refreshments will be available for all animal and human participants.

november

Unity Church Fall Retreat
November 21-22   
Mark your calendar now. More info forthcoming

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Unity Church in Albany,  21 King Avenue, Albany, New York • (518) 453-3603  Fax: 518-453-0117