 Masks are Currently Mandatory
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September 4 Guest Speaker
Alan Diehl
Wondering about communicating across differences: how to be in a relationship with those who do not think, worship, hold religious ideas, or vote as you do?
Welcome Cedar Rapids native, Alan Diehl, as he shares his thoughts on "Knowing Your Neighbor".
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Alan serves as the President of the Inter-Religious Council of Linn County and Vice-President of the Humanists of Linn County. He holds a BA in Pastoral Theology, a BS in Business and Finance, and an MBA from Mt. Mercy.
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Music by UnityCR's Music Director,
Nina Swanson
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Update from the UnityCR Board of Trustees
 The board of trustees regretfully accepted Michelle Cole's resignation at our July meeting. While we still see Michelle most every Sunday, she has taken a new position in Ames, Iowa as Executive Director of ACCESS. We are excited about Michelle's new opportunity and yet will miss her wonderful contributions to the board and beyond. In the short time she has served, she took on her liaison roles and service on two task forces with amazing dedication. Lynda Black Smith will assume her role as Secretary, Cindy Thompson will fill the liaison role to the Grounds Ministry Team, and Sally Miller will be the new liaison to the Earthcare Ministry Team. Thanks for stepping up Lynda, Cindy, and Sally. Please join us in thanking Michelle for her UCR service and congratulating her on her new role!
According to the UCR bylaws, the board has the ability to appoint someone to fulfill the remainder of the vacant board term. Since we are within a few months of beginning the regular nominating process, the board decided to have the nominating team look for an individual to join the board for a two-year role in addition to the other 3-year open positions on the board to begin in January. Begin your discernment process now to see if board service might allow your light to shine a little brighter at UCR! |
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Unity World Day of Prayer 2022
Thursday, September 8
This year’s theme is “Holding the High Watch.”
The affirmation: I pray with an elevated mind and open heart.
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Book Study Rescheduled
The "1st Sunday" Naked Now Book study will be held
Sunday, September 11
9 - 9:45 am
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Spirit Space Book Discussion
Thursdays 10:30 am | Sept 8 - Oct 6
The Gifts of Imperfection by Brene Brown
Enjoy specialty coffees and teas and learn to "Let go of who you think you're supposed to be and embrace who you are."The book is available for $17 in the bookstore or online.
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Community Creates
New Date! Saturday, Sept 17
Mark your calendar! The group date has changed. We will meet on Saturday, September 17th from 9am - 12 noon in Sacred Grounds. We will be painting items for the prayer garden.
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Sampler Sundays
Enjoy good food & conversation with Rev. Debra and friends after service. We will 'sample' Unity's understanding of these topics:
September 18 - Unity & Prayer
October 9 - Unity & Inclusion Facebook share
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Exploring Unity - Save the Date!
Saturday & Sunday, November 12 & 13
If you have an interest in being a member or finding out more about Unity, fill out a YELLOW CARD at the Welcome table.
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Join the Planning Team!
Two events are planned for the balance of the year: Fall Homecoming & Concert and Game Night.
Join the two event teams to plan and support these fun activities. If you would like to put your organizational skills and creativity to work, please click here to sign up. Sign up at the Welcome Table, too!
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Youth & Family Ministry
The new program for younger children is
"Celebrating My God Self".
Our UniTeens (middle schoolers+) continue their studies of world religions on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month.
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September | October Daily Word
Get your copy today!
- Shop online at www.unitycr.org
- Call the office at 319-393-5422
- email office@unitycr.org
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UCR July 2022 Financial Snapshot
Income is budgeted as an average of $14,603.00 a month split evenly over 12 months with a $15,000 fundraiser this Fall. Since January of 2021, each month $675 has been put into an Opportunity Fund for emergencies and special projects. When combined with last year’s Opportunity Fund of $7500, the set-aside totals $11,875.
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