Following recommendations re: COVID-19 pandemic... our building is re-opening on a limited basis.  Check below for Zoom meetings.  Check class schedule HERE for more information.

Unity of Gainesville, Florida
8801 NW 39th Avenue
Gainesville, FL 32606
Phone: 352-373-1030
Email: unitygvl@gmail.com
PLEASE continue to submit your donations online or by mail.  
​Thank you for your generosity.
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Year-end Giving to Unity is tax deductible.
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11 AM "Sunday Service" via Zoom.  (Click button below for more information.)
  Speaker for Nov. 29:  Carla Palmer, LUT, will speak on Sacred Service Season

Sunday Services are now also streamed live on Facebook! 
Visit our page at Unity of Gainesville Florida.  Click the button-link below. . . 

6:30 PM - Nov. 29 - "Adventures in Advent" class to start - Must register for class handout and Zoom link.  Read description.
 7:00 PM - Mon., Nov. 30 - "Language of Unity" class to start.  A syllabus and Zoom link will be provided on sign-up.   Please order your book!  
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7 PM Tues. and Thurs ​​"Sacred Community" Zoom meetings 
  - Discussion facilitated by Carla Palmer, a licensed Unity teacher.
  
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​The Board of Trustees meet by Zoom meeting
  - 3rd Tuesday of the month at 6:00 pm.
  - To read who serves on the Board, go to Board of Trustees.
MESSAGES FROM THE BOARD:
  1. * NEW *  "HOPCOF Deliverables" - Have your voice heard and share your personal story and experiences of Unity of Gainesville.
    ... Read the invitation -  fill out and return the Data Form
  2. The next monthly Board of Trustees meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, December 15 at 6:00 p.m. via Zoom. Remember that guests are observers, invited to hold sacred space at any Board meeting. Requests for input to Board business may be submitted in writing and/or by contacting any Board member in advance of the meeting.  Email the board at unitygvl@gmail.com
  3. Board Minutes are now available for Members on our website on a password-protected page.
     Members may either call or email the church office to request the password.  -Call 352-373-1030 and leave a voice message    
      -Email unitygvl@gmail.com.  Use 'request password' as the Subject.  Include your phone number in your message.      
      The church administrator will call you.
  4. ​The Board is pleased to announce that Carla Palmer, LUT, has accepted the new position of Adult Education Director.  Carla will be offering a variety of classes. Check out her "Adventures in Advent" class starting Sunday, November 29, 2020. 
  5. Individuals interested in providing workshops, classes, or other programs should contact Carla Palmer (carlapalmer333@gmail.com) or the church office (unitygvl@gmail.com, 352-373-1030) for an application form and to discuss their ideas. Please join us in welcoming and supporting Carla in her new role.
  6. Questions, Prayer Requests, Comments, Suggestions, Volunteer Opportunities, or to speak to a member of the Board of Trustees, please email unitygvl@gmail.com. 

Limited Re-openings:

BOOKSTORE
The Bookstore is open Tues. and Wed., from 11am to 2pm only.
 * Please knock or ring bell at the door when you arrive.  
 * Masks are required for entry as well as maintaining physical distancing of 6 ft. 
​ * The number of people allowed in the building at one time will be limited according to regulations.  Please feel free to come in to browse and buy. 
 * Hand sanitizer and disinfectant wipes will be available. 
  There is a great selection of metaphysical and Unity books... or pick up the latest Daily Word. 

< Busby Library Policy >
  Books from the Dr. Walter A. Busby Resource Library may be borrowed and returned on the “Honor System."
 Please return so others may learn!
MORNING QIGONG
The 10:30 am Qigong class resumes at the church. 
 * Please knock or ring bell at the door when you arrive.  
 * Masks are required for entry as well as maintaining physical distancing of 6 ft. 
 * The number of people allowed in the building at one time will be limited according to regulations.
 * Hand sanitizer and disinfectant wipes will be available. 

EVENING QIGONG
The 5:30 pm Qigong class will continue by telephone conferencing. 
If you need the phone number and access code, email Anne at heartcenteredqigong@gmail.com and ask.  

 Read info about Qigong HERE.
TWO NEW CLASSES: 
(1) "Adventures in Advent" class with Carla Palmer, L.U.T.
4 Sundays: Nov. 29, Dec. 6, 13, and 20 - 6:30 pm on Zoom.  ... Read more ... 

(2) "Language of Unity" - 5-week class with Steve Greenough
Starting Mon., November 30 and continuing on December 7, 14, 21, and 28 - 7:00 pm on Zoom.    ... Read more ..  

Taking COVID-19 Precautions

In-person Sunday Services & Children's Church CANCELLED til further notice!
Please join the Sunday Service via Zoom at 11:00 AM. (see notice above)
You may listen to previous in-person Sunday Messages and Meditations by visiting the 'Audio Library' or
watch the Sunday Services by Zoom on the 'Sunday Zoom Video Files' page.

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 Children's Church:
In-person classes for all ages are CANCELLED due to Covid-19.

Ms. Gwen, Director, Youth & Family Ministries, has recommended the following children's' Unity teachings videos and a story presented by The Story Time Family.

Be Kind | A Children's Story about things that matter
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kAo4-2UzgPo

"THE FIVE COME ALIVE" VIDEO SERIES  BY TRISH YANCEY
The Five Come Alive- Unity Principle #1- https://youtu.be/lh_7uLwg49s
The Five Come Alive- Unity Principle #2- https://youtu.be/aPocsnEMeOU
The Five Come Alive- Unity Principle #3- https://youtu.be/JdUpNy9dJWM
The Five Come Alive- Unity Principle #4- https://youtu.be/X_F2e3IP5fk
The Five Come Alive- Unity Principle #5- https://youtu.be/jr5YAkpa67w

 Praying with Children 
Spiritual tools for helping young people reduce anxiety by Rev. Adriana Segovia.

Read more about the Youth Ministry and its Director, Gwen Lindsley HERE.
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THEME for 2020:
 "Perfect Vision - Seeing Through a Spiritual Lens"
  The monthly Themes, Affirmations, and Meditations can be viewed at Unity Worldwide Ministries:

  Read more at-  https://www.unity.org/resources/perfect-vision

​November 2020
  Interconnection — Like rivers flowing from one Source, we are all connected.
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December 2020
  Plenty — I have plenty. Plenty is enough. Plenty is enough to share.
Bread of the Mighty Food Bank
Your donations to the food bank are more important than ever.  Please join us to support the community!
  Click below for more information. 
We are an AmazonSmile Charity:
We are registered with Amazon Smile as a charity and will receive 0.5% of eligible purchases when you log in to Amazon Smile to make your purchases.
  Our unique charity link is https://smile.amazon.com/ch/59-2499226
  You can access this one time and set up a bookmark to be able to shop through this link every time you log in to shop.
  Thank you for helping support your church! 
UPCOMING EVENTS & MEETINGS:​
​(Click title below for more information.)
  • Please go to "Classes/Meetings" to read what is scheduled.​
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'Portals' Bookstore:
Starting Tues., Sept. 8, 2020, the Bookstore will be open on Tues. and Wed., from 11am to 2pm. 

 * Please knock or ring bell at the door when you arrive. 
 * Masks are required for entry as well as maintaining physical distancing of 6 ft.    The number of people allowed in the building at one time will be limited according to regulations.  Please feel free to come in and browse and buy. 
 * Hand sanitizer and disinfectant wipes will be available. 
  There is a great selection of metaphysical and Unity books... or pick up the latest Daily Word. 

BUSBY RESOURCE LIBRARY:
  Dr. Walter A. Busby donated his book collection to us as resource material.  Books may be borrowed and returned on the “Honor System.” 
 Please return so others may learn!
Lending Library:
Our Lending Library is in the Gathering Room.  
You may browse the selection... maybe find those books you would like to take home with you.  Many of these books are for sale on a love-offering basis.
Rev. Joe Bettencourt Scholarship Fund:
  This fund was established to support our future leadership.  This fund was named in memory of Unity of Gainesville's first minister, Rev. Joseph Bettencourt, who served from 1983 to 1989.  He remained involved with the church as leader of the Rose Prayer Centre, and was named "Minister Emeritus" until his passing in 2014. 
  If you would like your donation to go toward this fund, please indicate your wishes when you make your donation.  Use the "Donate" button above.
 God bless you!
Practical Christianity for Positive Spiritual Living

  We warmly welcome you to Unity of Gainesville Church in the same sacred and loving spirit with which Jesus the Christ greeted his friends and followers.  No matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey, you’re invited to join us in embracing and strengthening your personal relationship with God, yourself, your family, your friends and your community.
Unity of Gainesville, Florida, is a member of Unity Worldwide Ministries and affiliated with Unity School of Christianity, home of Silent Unity Prayer Ministry and publisher of Daily Word magazine.
OUR MISSION: 
Unity of Gainesville provides loving sanctuary, spiritual support, and abundant educational, experiential, and service opportunities for all who come here seeking a positive connection with the Holy Spirit based on the practical principles of New Thought Christianity and Unity.
OUR VISION:
Unity of Gainesville is a dynamic Christ-centered church welcoming all; based on prayer, demonstrating love, prosperity, and spiritual growth; actively serving the community, families and people of all ages.
5 Basic Unity Principles: 
 1. God Is. 
 2. I Am. 
 3. I Think It.  
 4. I Pray It. 
 5. I Live It. 
Click HERE to read the full version.
PLEASE continue to submit your donations online or by mail.
Thank you for your generosity.
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UNITY OF GAINESVILLE is a 501(c)(3) religious nonprofit organization supported and sustained by your freewill offerings. Your gifts and tithes to Unity of Gainesville are tax deductible.  Remember to keep receipts as proof of your giving (for tax purposes).
Thank you for your generous contributions to our ministry.
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You Have The Power:
A supply of untapped spiritual potential lies within us all. Unity co-founder Charles Fillmore identified a way to access that vital energy by calling forth 12 innate spiritual abilities (or powers) that are 
"expressions of the One Power, the Christ within each of us."
- To learn about the powers, the color, disciple, and area of the body each one represents please visit... www.unity.org/12powers 
​Charles Fillmore's classic book The Twelve Powers is available in our bookstore or at unity.org.
- New 48-card boxed set "Rise into Your Power" - Discover your 12 inherent spiritual gifts and awaken the 12 Powers in you.
Learn more at unity.org/powercards

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Daily Word Holiday Gift Subscription Offer:
 Give a gift of the Daily Word at a special reduced price. - Gift Offer

2020 Advent Booklet
  The Spirit of Christmas is a new Advent booklet from Unity to remind us that in this season we experience a new beginning - an opportunity to fully embrace hope, faith, peace, love, and joy in our lives.  How important it is to feel and express that in our lives right now.
  This special booklet is available for you to request now to enrich your Advent experience.  Essays, poems, and reflections from favorite Unity writers past and present guide you each day of Advent starting on November 29. It continues through the 12 days of Christmas to Epiphany on January 6 with an exploration of the 12 powers available to us all.
Request Your Booklet Today

2021 Unity Calendar 
  This special calendar from Unity is available now for you to request.  
Entitled "Seeds of Inspiration," it includes affirmations and scriptures for each month, along with beautiful pictures of Unity Village.  
Request Your Copy 
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May we pray with you?
Link to a prayer request form to submit your prayer request.
The dedicated Prayer Partners of our Rose Prayer Centre will join with you in prayer for 30 days; then your request is sent to Silent Unity for an additional 30 days of prayer.
​Call 1-800-NOW-PRAY (669-7729) for immediate prayer!
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Silent Unity is often referred to as the heart of the Unity movement.  There is always someone to pray individually with callers from around the world 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

To request prayer from Silent Unity, click the button or call 1-800-NOW-PRAY (1-800-669-7729).  International: 01-816-969-2000.
 A free uPray app is available on their website; click button below.
Silent Unity Chapel:
  The Silent Unity Chapel at Unity Village, invites you to visit them online. 
Bible Interpretation
 Have you ever wondered how a specific Bible verse might be interpreted metaphysically?
"Interpret This" provides greater insight into the hidden meanings of the Bible.
 Submit your questions about your favorite Bible verse or explore interpretations of the meanings of the Bible.
Video by Lisa Cameron, with music by Daniel Nahmod.
Learn more about Affirmative Prayer.
Visit our PRAYER PAGE.
OUR VALUES:
  • Spirit Led – We are centered in God; Spirit leads our thoughts and actions as we co-create a world that works for all. 
  • Love – We strive to follow Christ’s commandment to love by loving God, ourselves, and our neighbors.
  • Practical Christianity – We use the teachings of Jesus from the Bible to lead a Christ-centered life based on prayer and meditation.
  • Diversity – We believe that all people are created with sacred worth.  We promote greater understanding among people in a spirit of unity.
  • Abundance – We live in the infinite flow of God’s good, draw from God’s inexhaustible supply, and wisely use our rich resources to serve our community.
UNITY OF GAINESVILLE is a 501(c)(3) religious nonprofit organization supported and sustained by your freewill offerings. 
​  To give a donation, please mail it to our address or give at church.  Thank you in advance for your support and love.
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Resources and Tools for an Abundant Life:
  * Resources 
  * Classes & Meetings Schedule
  * Sign up for our weekly e-newsletter, the "Unity Messenger e-news" to stay informed..
Community Outreach: Bread of the Mighty Food Bank
This food bank supplies food throughout the year to Alachua County and five nearby counties. It assists those who are food insecure.
  $.96 of every $1.00 goes directly to the community
  $1.00 = provides up to 10 Meals
To make a food or monetary donation:
325 NW 10 Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Monday through Friday, ​8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Monetary gifts can be mailed to: 
  Bread of the Mighty, P.O. Box 5086, Gainesville, FL 32627
Online Link:  https://www.breadofthemighty.org/

Join Unity of Gainesville and let's continue to help those who are hungry.
Click to Read More about Community Outreach opportunities...
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Booklets from Unity Headquarters:
Unity World Headquarters at Unity Village periodically offers free inspirational booklets.  Click to see what is currently available.
http://www.unity.org/publications/resource-materials

Expand Your Spiritual Toolbox
If you’re looking for tools to support your spiritual journey, Unity has collected some of the most practical ways to nurture your divine spirit — whether you’re looking for an affirmation, a meditation, or simply silence.  Learn more...

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You’re familiar with the Golden Rule, but do you know about The Golden Key?
  The Golden Key is a timeless spiritual pamphlet written by Emmet Fox in 1931. It contains just one central thought: “Stop thinking about the difficulty, whatever it is, and think about God instead.”
  Unity invited favorite Unity booklet authors to give you examples for incorporating the Golden Key into your personal spiritual practice.
​  The latest booklet from Unity, The Golden Key for Today, is available now.
  Decades after its initial publication, The Golden Key remains a powerful, inspirational work with a profound message of Truth. Thousands of people have used it as a practical guide when faced with challenges in their lives.
  Request The Golden Key for Today and make it part of your spiritual practice.
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​Daily Word Coloring Book: Color Your Zen:
Create your own sacred art with original mandalas - plus favorite affirmations from Daily Word.  This 52-page coloring book for adults ($12.95) is a must-have for those desiring a deep meditative and artistic process.  
Order online​: https://shop.unityonline.org/catalog/54


SCROLL TO BOTTOM for information about DAILY WORD AFFIRMATION CARDS.
In July of 1924, Daily Word was born.  The founding editor was Frank B. Whitney, who caught the vision from his work in Silent Unity(R).  Daily Word was to offer a manual of daily meditations and instruction for the individuals who wrote or called in for prayer.  The work has continued for 90 years and tens of millions of people of all faiths have turned to these pages for inspiration, comfort, and empowerment.
To subscribe call 1-800-669-0282  (Monday-Friday, 7:30 am-4:30 pm CT) or visit www.dailyword.com. 
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Daily Word Affirmation Cards:
Daily Word® magazine is now offering a deck of affirmation cards focused on health and wholeness.  The 30-card healing set features unique designs and powerful statements to encourage a natural state of wellness and to support any healing challenges.  Each $12.95.

​Order online: https://shop.unityonline.org/catalog/54
Daily Word Affirmation cards on Peace, Abundance, and decks for Families (parents and children editions) are also available.
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