“IN THIS MOMENT MEDITATION”: A UKV FRIENDS COLLABORATION

“IN THIS MOMENT MEDITATION”: A UKV FRIENDS COLLABORATION

The result of a combination of gifts and talents resulted is “In This Moment: A Meditation.”

Directed by Ron Sowell, Music Director of UKV and WV Mountain Stage it is played and sung by Jack Kennedy UKV Vocalist and Pianist and Chorus and General Music Director at Stonewall Middle School, Heidi Muller, Vocalist and Musician. The recording artist is Bob Webb who is also a musician.

Pastoral Leader, Sky Kershner’s response was Absolutely Beautiful! WOW!

After guiding a reflective reading group in Eckhart Tolle’s The Power of Now at West Virginia Institute for Spirituality four years ago, LaRee Naviaux created the first verses and melody of this meditation. Additional verses were added after she guided a group in conjunction with the class that Eckhart and Oprah conducted on A New Earth.

LaRee states, “Singing this enabled me to focus and re-center when I felt unsettled. Since this would be helpful for others, I contacted Ron, Heidi, Jack, and Bob. Ultimately they all brought it together.“

Other comments regarding the meditation are:

“The lyrics are perfect. The music and voices are very soothing and the short pause between each verse encourages the listener to be in the moment.” Donna Messina

“…a peaceful, soothing journey in the moment! The vibrations are incredible! I love it!”

Kathi Reed

“Stunningly beautiful. It’s a keeper for the hard times which will inevitably come, as well as for now when life sails along.” Maureen/Bunny Crockett

“…I find it beautiful, inspiring and very conducive to meditation.” Bob Huffman

”This is one of life’s treasures.” Lila Ramkey

You can decide for yourself by clicking http://www.unitywv.org/audio/itm_jukebox.html to listen.

On a table in the back of UKV worship center you can find UNITY’S TREASURES with a small treasure chest containing the CDs. Please make checks payable to LaRee Naviaux or leave cash and your name. You will be given a receipt for your charitable donation which will be equally divided. If you have questions contact LaRee at 344-9091, naviauxld@aol.com

Available for $10, the proceeds for “In This Moment Meditation” CD are going to UKV, Sojourners YWCA Shelter for Homeless Families, West Virginia Institute for Spirituality and West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

This Sunday, Sept 28, 2008

Sunday at 11am

Lesson: God's Unconditional Love

This week I would like to try to unpack the phrase "God's unconditional Love" from our vision statement that "We at UKV are a demonstration of God's Unconditional Love." I will also be including some reflections or Ramadon and Rosh Hashanah, which are observed this week. Please join us! There will be a discussion after the service.


Interested in Joining Unity of Kanawha Valley?
I am putting together our Fall Inquirer's Class. Please let me know if you are interested! - Sky sky@unitywv.org

Coming up and Not to be Missed:

Johnsmith
Saturday, October 4, 2008, 7:30 p.m.
With two decades of performing throughout the country and abroad, Johnsmith knows how to capture an audience. His sweet, earthy voice, fine musicianship and inspiring folk lyrics go straight to the heart.

www.johnsmithmusic.com

More is happening: This Week at UKV

Remember, you are a Blessing!

Sky

Transitions

Peggy Gunter's mother, Lorreta Kees passed away on Satuday. The funeral was Monday. May light perpetual shine upon her.

Mary Caldwell's mother, Hope Wilson, passed away, also on Saturday. A memorial service will be held at the Ridgemont (Edgewood Summit) this Sunday at 2pm. May light perpetual shine upon her.

Here are their addresses for condolences:


Mary Caldwell
900 Midway Drive
Dunbar, WV 25064

Peggy Gunter
Rt. 2, Box 306A
Charleston, WV 25314

Surprise!!

Karen Sylvester, overjoyed, at a surprise retirement party given in her honor by her family. Congratulations Karen!

Unity Barn Raising

Many many thanks to our Satuday prosperity Barn Raising work group! We had a great time for a great purpose!

Many folks helped! This photo shows David, Matt, and Christy Schwartz, Phillys Wilcox, Kim and Ken Ramsey, LaRee Navieux, Sharon and Bob Mullins, Karen Sylvester, Linda Austin, and Sky Kershner. Thanks to everyone!

This Sunday Sept 21, 2008

Sunday at 11am

Lesson: Realizing Oneness, Honoring Difference

Last week I unpacked some of our new vision statement that "We at UKV are a demonstration of God's Unconditional Love." This Sunday I will try to do the same with our second sentence: "We realize our Oneness and we honor our uniqueness." What is this mystery of oneness, and how do we deal with our differences? When is a difference too much of a difference and how can we deal with that? Please plan to join us for a discussion after the lesson.

Also this week

Friday, Sept 19
Secret Stage: "Open Stage" for Kids and Shy People, 6:30 - 8:00

Sky will have the microphones on for anyone who wants to come and play. More on this at This Week at UKV

Saturday Sept 20
Unity Barn Raising and Picnic at Kim Ramsey's Home, 10am - 3pm

Tents, grills, fun! Please plan to spend a few hours joining us in painting, building, repairing, and cleaning up. Bring your work gloves. I am bringing my weed-wacker. Paintbrushes and rollers (and painters!) encouraged! This will be a fun day doing something really helpful! We will be meeting from 10 - 3. Directions can be found at This Week at UKV

Remember, you are a Blessing!

Sky

Song of the Month

Song of the Month: The Cool of the Day - The Austin Sisters http://www.unitywv.org/audio/UKV_Live-the_cool_of_the_day_9-9-08.mp3

This Sunday at Unity, Sept 14, 2008

Sunday at 11am

Lesson: Being a Demonstration of God's Unconditional Love

Our Visioning retreat last Saturday was totally energizing! We came up with this first statement, that "We at UKV are a demonstration of God's Unconditional Love." I want to start to unpack some of what this might mean, both personally and for us in our life together. There will be a workshop on prosperity right after the service.

Also this week

Unity World Day of Prayer - Today, Thurs, Sept 11

We have received around 50 requests for prayer. Please join us in lifting up those on our list.
Check out http://ukvprayers.blogspot.com/
More info at http://www.worlddayofprayer.org/

Friday - Open Stage

This Sunday afternoon, Sept 14, 12:30 - 4:00

Prosperity Workshop "The Joy of Prosperity"

Sharon Mullins leads this workshop visioning our abundance and creating a 'dream board.'

Next Saturday Sept 20
Unity Barn Raising at Kim Ramsey's Home, 10am - 3pm

Please plan to spend a few hours joining us in painting, building, repairing, and cleaning up. Bring your work gloves. This will be a fun day doing something really helpful! We will be meeting again on Sat Sept 27 if the 20th does not work for you!

More on all of this at This Week at UKV

Remember, you are a Blessing!

Sky

Visioning Sucess !!!

Our Vision Retreat today was a big success! Thank you to our 18 Visioneers, facilitated by Rev. Stephanie Seigh, with inspiration showing up all over the place!

"At UKV, we are a demonstration of God's unconditional Love. We realize our Oneness and honor our uniqueness!"






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