Rev.
Jim Fuller
Hi,
I’m Jim Fuller, minister of Unity Church in Albany. I am a graduate
of the Unity School of Christianity and an ordained Unity Minister.
I have been serving this church since January 2003. I was raised in
the Christian Science Church which developed around the same time as
Unity. Like Charles and Myrtle Fillmore, I would have to classify my
spiritual beliefs as “decidedly eclectic.” During my adult
life I participated in the Episcopal and Unitarian Universalist Churches,
and even in one “New Age” type church. Each of these was
helpful but eventually left me feeling that there must be something
more. My spiritual quest eventually led me to Unity. Like many other
people, I found that Unity was the perfect fit for me. And of course,
my spiritual journey continues. I often tell people that my current
theology is “there’s a lot more going on here than we have
any idea about.” I am excited to explore that “more”
and to support others in their exploration.
I am supported in my exploration by my wife Kay. We have been sharing
our spiritual journey together since shortly after we met in 1985. Prior
to moving to Albany we lived in Charlotte, North Carolina where among
other things we led an A Course In Miracles study group for many years.
Interestingly In our early years together it was always Kay who led
the spoken prayers, as I was hesitant to pray out loud. After I received
a call to ministry we both spent many weeks at Unity Village completing
the Spiritual Development Program. From the summer of 2000 until late
2002 we lived in the Kansas City area while I completed the Unity Ministry
Education Program. I was led to Unity Church in Albany by a classmate
who had been a member of this congregation.
Kay and I have four adult children from previous marriages. Our three
sons live in Charlotte, North Carolina. My step-daughter lives in the
Virginia Beach area. Prior to entering ministry I operated community
group homes for adults with Autism and other Developmental Disabilities.
I hold degrees in Art and Psychology. Most of my previous career involved
working for not-for-profit agencies and serving on NFP boards. This
turned out to be great preparation for church work. Kay and I currently
live in Delmar New York.
I am available for spiritual counseling, weddings, memorial services
and other pastoral needs. Please call the church to schedule an appointment.
Jean
Robinson, LUT
I love Unity and I love living the Unity Principles every day. Having
been raised in a Congregational Church I had a less restrictive upbringing
than those of some others, but even this church projected a certain
amount of judgment and fear. Learning that I had control over my thoughts
and how to use my mind in a positive way has been the greatest blessing
I have ever known. This belief system changed the course of my life
and I am so grateful.
In 1969 I visited the Unity Church of Huntington Long Island with my
aunt Jean and began the path that eventually led to my becoming a Licensed
Unity Teacher in 1996 and a Prayer Chaplain in 2001.
Currently I am part of the Prayer Team. I have taught several classes
to train Prayer Chaplains so that we now have about ten qualified chaplains
to pray with people after services. Every other Wednesday at noon I
host a study group for lunch and discussion of a current book. I invite
you to call for directions and to join us.
Barbara Zeller
Administrative Assistant
Board of Trustees
Heather Diddel
President
Pamela Coles
Vice-President
Diane Teutschman
Secretary
Sheila Healey
Treasurer
John Frederick Trustee
Bill Hewson
Trustee
The
mission of Unity Church in Albany is to
