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August 26, 2022

News from UnityCR

Masks are Currently Mandatory 

Thank you for your flexibility!
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Sunday Service at 10 am

Join us in-person or online at unitycr.org

August 28: Bad Jesus Jokes

Perhaps you've heard some funny but lame 'preacher jokes' about Jesus over the years. However, the worst joke played on us is one that interprets Jesus' teachings through the lens of exclusion and hatred. Join Rev. Debra as she guides us toward an understanding of Jesus' significance in Unity and how we can engage his teachings to heal and transform our lives and our world.
 

Anji KatSpecial Music by Anji Kat

Update from the
UnityCR Board of Trustees

 
There are several activities happening behind the scenes at UCR that we want to know about.
 
The board has approved the recommendation by the Safety & Security Task Force to create a committee/ministry team focused on implementing newly identified processes that will keep our facility and congregants safe. If you are interested in serving in this way, there will be a sign up on the Welcome Table, or see Susan Liddell and Cindy Thompson with questions. 
 
The board also approved the recommendation by the Property Improvement Task Force. This includes contracting with Fehr Graham, a civil engineering firm, to ensure that a parking lot design includes ADA accessibility and will also help with the flow of water away from the building and off the parking lot. Additionally, we are securing updated bids to bring the pond into compliance with city ordinance. 
 
More information about these two efforts will be shared at the next CommUnity meeting, the date is to be determined. 

Upcoming Events

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Meals for Willis Dady

Sunday, August 28
11:15 am 

Join the Community Outreach team to Prepare Meals for Willis Dady Homeless Services.

Sampler Sunday THIS week!

Enjoy good food & conversation with Rev. Debra and friends THIS Sunday after service. Each month, we 'sample' Unity's understanding of particular topics.  The topic this Sunday is Unity & Jesus.  FB share

Spirit Space Book Discussion

Thursdays 10:30 am | Starting Sept 1

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.

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.

Announcements

Guest Speaker Alan Diehl

Sunday | Sept 4

Alan is a Cedar Rapids native.  Currently, he serves at the President of the Inter-Religious Council of Linn County, and as 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 University. 

Let's Plan to Have Fun!

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!

Especially for You

Race Against Breast Cancer

Sunday, October 9

Join UCR out in the community! Look for Team Unity Center of Cedar Rapids when you register at www.especiallyforyourace.org

Sign up before August 31 for a lower price and get the Unity logo on your T-Shirt. Blog with more info
Facebook Event

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.

September | October Daily Word

Get your copy today!

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  • Call the office at 319-393-5422
  • email office@unitycr.org

Thinking of becoming a member of UnityCR?

If you have an interest in being a member or finding out more about Unity, add your name to the sheet at the Welcome table.

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.
UCR is here for you - no matter where you are. We hope you enjoy the service on YouTube or the podcast. We hope you'll be there for us -  Click HERE to give online! We still have bills and salaries to pay.  It's easy to support UCR financially with one (or more) of these methods. 

Prayer & Inspiration

Spiritual counseling and pastoral care are available. Email minister@unitycr.org or call the center at (319) 393-5422.

Prayer Room Partners are also available after Sunday services.

The Unity 12 Powers

August: Will

Affirmation: I choose my good based on spiritual understanding.

August Ministries of the Month

Spiritual Care Team 

Liaison & Team Lead: Rev. Debra Williams

This team makes phone calls and/or home or hospital visits to congregants who request prayer and spiritual support. 

Prayer Tree and Prayer Room 

Team Lead: Verne and Audrey Eggleston
Liaison:  Rev. Debra Carter Williams

The Prayer Tree Team prays for those who request prayer through our prayer box, email, or phone.  The Prayer Room Partners pray with people in the prayer room before or after the Sunday service. 
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