Special Events Coming Up...
Lecture by Jon Mundy, Ph.D. -- Wednesday, May 28, 7 p.m.
Reverend Jon Mundy Ph.D., noted author, popular international lecturer and publisher of Miracles Magazine will speak on
the "Psychology and Metaphysics of A Course in Miracles", why it works and how it differs from traditional Christianity.
A Course in Miracles is a practical self-study spiritual curriculum designed to lead us out of a thought system based on fear and guilt in favor of one based on love and truth thus leading to peace and happiness.
Dr. Mundy is Professor of Philosophy at Marist College in New York and author of several popular books based on A Course in Miracles. He is a sought after speaker and has given over 1,500 lectures on this topic. His talks are filled with humor, inspiration and profound insight and wisdom. A highlight of his presentation is the insane madness of Dr. Baba Jon Mundane, as standup philosopher / comedian.
The Mystical Arts of Tibet -- The Drepung Loseling monks sharing a
sacred ceremony -- Lama Chopa -- Thursday evening, June 26.
Lama Chopa - A Buddhist Tantric Celebration
Lama Chopa is perhaps the most popular practice in Tibetan Tantric world. It is traditionally performed on auspicious occasions for invoking the blessings of the enlightened masters for individual, communal, and environment healing. The ceremony involves chants, traditional musical instruments, and various offerings of light, food and flowers. Participants usually bring personal offerings of cakes, cookies, fruits and flowers, which are blessed during the ceremony and then shared with others afterwards.
This practice was composed by the First Panchen Lama, Lobsang Chokyi Gyaltsen. The First Panchen Lama was the guru of the Fifth Dalai Lama, and perhaps the singularly most popular figure in seventeenth century Tibet. His Lama Chopa achieved an almost instantaneous renown, replacing all similar pieces in the monasteries of Central Asia. Today it is perhaps even more popular than ever, serving as something of a symbol of the endangered Tibetan civilization.
Series of Classes, Workshops, etc.
"Yoga for You" class with Sheila Paprocki -- Mondays, 5:15 - 6:15 p.m.
The theme of this class is to “start where you are.”
There is a yoga practice that is right for your body and your stage in
life. (Note: No class on May 26.)
"Dancing the Lord's Prayer" with Lilith Jean Speck --
Over the course of four Mondays, we will breathe, chant and dance with the words
of Jesus in his native tongue, Aramaic. No musical or dance
experience of any kind is required; everyone is welcome to join in.
(Note: No meeting on May 26.)
Newsletter
Our May-June 2008 newsletter is available right here on our website!
Please click here for pages 1-8 of our newsletter.
Our regular ongoing events listed below are special, too! Please check them out, and call us or e-mail us if you would like more information.
Regular Ongoing Events, Meetings, etc.
EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) groups
- Tuesdays, starting May 20.
A Course In Miracles
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Tuesdays at 5:30 pm. Contact John Scott, our "ACIM" group facilitator, through our church office for more information.
Unity Prayer Chaplains
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Prayer is the heart of Unity Church in Buffalo. Our Prayer Chaplains meet one Tuesday per month.
Chaplains are available for one-on-one prayer
support after our Sunday services. Our Chaplains do four things:
hold spiritual space with you, lovingly listen, pray one-on-
one with you, and hold what is heard in absolute confidence. For more information on our Chaplains program, please
call or email our church office and leave a message for Rev. Allaurah Olson.
Noon Prayer & Meditation Service - Wednesdays at noon, with Rev. Mary.
VOICE-Buffalo Core Team Meetings - usually the last Wednesday of the month, 5:30 pm. VOICE-Buffalo is a congregation-based, non-partisan organization, working to make a difference in the Buffalo/WNY area. Contact our church office and leave a message for Anna Kay France if you're interested in VOICE-Buffalo.
Open Mic Poetry Reading Nights - selected Thursdays, 7:00 p.m. Next Poetry Night: May 22.
12 open spots for poetry readers. Hosted by "The Splinter Group" -- Timothy Maggio, Marjorie Norris and Grace Ritz.
Marvelous Metaphysical Movies - Usually the first or second Friday of the month, Sept - May, 7:00 pm. On break for the summer. Next movie: September '08. For more information on our Marvelous Metaphysical Movies series, please call our church office (882-0391) and leave a message for Paul Kochmanski, or email us.
PeopleArt Coffeehouse - Fridays at 9 pm. Featuring performances by local and regional folk musicians, singers and songwriters. $5.
Goes through the last Friday in June. For more information, call Bob Stalder at (716) 878-4041.
Prayer Shawl Gatherings - One Saturday per month, 1 - 3 p.m. Next gathering: May 31.
Sunday Celebration Services - Sundays, 10:00 am. See Rev. Mary's lesson title information on our homepage.
Reiki "spot treatments" - the 1st Sunday of each month, right after our service (approx. 11:15 - 11:30 am). Next Reiki spot treatments: June 1. Contact Peg Crawford, Reiki Master/Teacher, through our church office about Reiki activities and classes.
Friends of Vienna concert series - One Sunday afternoon per month, September through May, at 3:30 pm. Features classical/chamber music performances by local, regional, national and internatonal musicians. Currently on summer break. Next program:
September 2008, program to be announced. Admission: $4 for members of Friends of Vienna, $6.00 for non-members, and $1.00 for students. Call (716) 649-1743 or 837-3304 for more information.
Michael's Antique Jewelry Opportunity - selected Sundays, after our service. Next jewelry sales date: to be announced. Michael Blawat offers unique antique jewelry for sale. Michael is also available anytime he is at church to consult about jewelry repairs and appraisal of jewelry, antiques, fine art and any collectibles. This service is a fund-raiser for our church.
Unity Gallery art exhibit - "A Trinity Exhibit" -- a collaboration of oil paintings from three artists, Susan Zobrist, Sandra Bartz and Laura D'Andrea. All are students or alumni from Buffalo State College with degrees in Art Education and Masters in Art. Their primary subject focuses on the landscapes of Western New York and the art works are part of their thesis project. Each artist brings their own style to the exhibit, but many of the scenes are the same. On view through May 11.
For information and viewing availability, please call (716) 882-0391. Link to Unity Gallery web page
Walking Club - Our Unity Church walking club is on the move once again! Spring is here and we have already been to the Buffalo Zoo!
We are walking every Sunday at around 12:15 pm.
This year we will be walking at many different locations around Buffalo and Western New York.
Our schedule is to be posted on the Unity Church walking club bulletin board downstairs.
For more information, please call our church office (882-0391) and leave a message for Carol. Also, please see our
Walking Club News web page for updated information.
Please feel free to call or e-mail us for up-to-date information on any events and activities at Unity Church in Buffalo. Thank you.
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The video "Try It On Everything" will be shown on Tuesday, May 13, at 1 p.m. and again at 7 p.m. Discussion will follow each of the video showings. "Try It On Everything" shows the excitement and practical results from the practice of EFT,
also known as "tapping." Our EFT tapping practice groups will resume Tuesday, May 20, from 7 to 9 p.m.
If there is enough interest, we will also have an afternoon tapping practice group, from 1 to 3 p.m. Visit www.emofree.com for information on Emotional Freedom Techniques. You may also contact our
church office and leave a message for Judy Seale.
Peace Pole on front lawn
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