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UnityCR: The Unfolding Plan 10/22/2023

Lessons from Unity Cedar Rapids - October 23, 2023 11:47 - 21 minutes
As a follow up to her recent series, Rev. Debra will explore how we respond to change with intention and commitment.  This causes circumstances to unfold in good order for the highest and best for all concerned.

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UnityCR: Wandering and Wondering 10/08/2023

Lessons from Unity Cedar Rapids - October 09, 2023 12:40 - 20 minutes
Rev. Debra continues her exploration of Finding Yourself in Transition by Rev. Robert Brumet.  This week, she reminds us that each season of life is to be honored, including the time in the wilderness --or as Rev. Brumet terms it, "The Void."  He writes: "In order to become who we really are, we...

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UnityCR: The Multiplying Power of Gratitude 8/20/2023

Lessons from Unity Cedar Rapids - August 21, 2023 11:37 - 17 minutes
Using the gospel account of the "Loaves and Fishes" in Luke, Rev. Debra focuses on the multiplying power of gratitude and thanksgiving. In Spiritual Economics, Eric Butterworth writes: "...gratitude is not for God...You are not obligated to thank God for your life, for your job, for your prosp...

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UnityCR: What is Abundant Life 8/13/2023

Lessons from Unity Cedar Rapids - August 20, 2023 13:58 - 21 minutes
Eric Butterworth writes in Spiritual Economics:   "The word 'affluence' is an overworked word in our time, usually implying cars and houses and baubles of all kinds.  Its literal meaning is 'an abundance flow'... and when we are consciously centered in the universal flow, we experience inner d...

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UnityCR: Discern, Discover, Demonstrate 7/16/2023

Lessons from Unity Cedar Rapids - July 23, 2023 14:14 - 20 minutes
Rev. Debra will invite you into a larger vision for your life, your relationships, your community, and the world. The power of discerning a larger vision!

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UnityCR: Easy Living 7/09/2023

Lessons from Unity Cedar Rapids - July 09, 2023 17:14 - 19 minutes
Let's celebrate summer with joy as we learn what it means to live'easy.' 

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UnityCR: Free for What? 7/02/2023

Lessons from Unity Cedar Rapids - July 03, 2023 16:02 - 21 minutes
Join Rev. Debra and learn about the divine idea of freedom as we celebrate our nation's birthday.  She will answer the question:  "Are we free from certain conditions, or are we free for one another?"

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UnityCR: Living Untethered 6/25/2023

Lessons from Unity Cedar Rapids - July 01, 2023 18:26 - 19 minutes
Using the work of Michael Singer, author of the Untethered Soul, Rev. Debra will lead you in a journey toward self-realization --- moving beyond the thoughts, feelings, and habits that keep you stuck—so you can heal the pain of the past and let your spirit soar.

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UnityCR: One Power 6/18/2023

Lessons from Unity Cedar Rapids - July 01, 2023 18:23 - 23 minutes
Join Rev. Debra as she takes a deep dive into our opening statement: “There is only One Presence and One Power in my life and in the universe, God the Good, Omnipotent."   What does this statement really mean and how can it help us navigate our spiritual journey?

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UnityCR: Dancing in the Light of Day 6/4/2023

Lessons from Unity Cedar Rapids - June 18, 2023 02:45 - 19 minutes
Inspired by Nina Swanson's newly written song, Rev. Debra will invite you into the power of recognizing that God is everywhere present in your life.  Divine Spirit is available to us always and in all-ways. 

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UnityCR: The Window of the Heart 5/28/2023

Lessons from Unity Cedar Rapids - June 18, 2023 02:45 - 17 minutes
On this Memorial Day weekend, we remember those who have graced our lives for a season.  Rev. Debra will share here own stories of grief and loss, and invite you into acceptance and healing.

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UnityCR: Leaving God for God 6/11/2023

Lessons from Unity Cedar Rapids - June 18, 2023 02:44 - 21 minutes
Using Still on Fire: Field Notes from a Queer Mystic by Jan Phillips as the inspiration for her lesson, Rev. Debra will encourage you to think through and perhaps deconstruct your perceptions about God in order to experience deeper spiritual maturity and healing.

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UnityCR: Spiritual Keys To Aging Well 5/21/2023

Lessons from Unity Cedar Rapids - May 22, 2023 16:15 - 18 minutes
As she approaches her birthday, join Rev. Debra for a lesson that focuses on aging well by adopting the process of ‘eldering’ rather than ‘aging.’  She will use the booklet published by Unity Worldwide Headquarters as her guide.

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UnityCR: The Healing Power of Love 5/14/2023

Lessons from Unity Cedar Rapids - May 20, 2023 14:59 - 28 minutes
Join Rev. Debra for a continuation of her recent lessons on love.  On Mother's Day, she will focus on love's healing and nurturing force in the world and in our lives.   Mother's Day evokes a gamut of emotions from grief to joy; however, Divine Love is available to heal, uplift, and enfold us. T...

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UnityCR: The Gospel in One Word Is Love 5/7/2023

Lessons from Unity Cedar Rapids - May 11, 2023 01:26 - 22 minutes
Welcome to The Unity Center of Cedar Rapids Sunday Service Podcast. We’re glad you’re able to join us wherever you are.   Today’s message is titled “The Gospel in One Word Is Love” Join Rev. Debra for a continuation of last Sunday's invitation to love.  This week, she will share some actio...

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UnityCR: No More Lies 4/30/2023

Lessons from Unity Cedar Rapids - May 11, 2023 01:00 - 20 minutes
Welcome to The Unity Center of Cedar Rapids Sunday Service Podcast. We’re glad you’re able to join us wherever you are.   Today’s message is titled “No More Lies” April 30th is "National Honesty Day" (it is also "National Raisin Day" and "National Oatmeal Cookie Day").  It was inaugurated by...

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UnityCR: Obstacles to Joy 2/13/2022

Lessons from Unity Cedar Rapids - February 14, 2022 15:05 - 31 minutes
Using the Book of Joy by His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu, Rev. Debra will explore how to experience joy no matter the circumstances of life.  Books are available for purchase at UCR.   February 13: "Obstacles to Joy" To learn more please visit http://unitycr.org/  

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UnityCR: Joyful Living in Challenging Times 2/06/2022

Lessons from Unity Cedar Rapids - February 04, 2022 15:06 - 27 minutes
Using the Book of Joy by His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu, Rev. Debra will explore how to experience joy no matter the circumstances of life.  Books are available for purchase at UCR. February 6:  "The Nature of True Joy" February 13: "Obstacles to Joy" February 20: ...

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UnityCR: The Power of Conscious Communication 1/30/2022

Lessons from Unity Cedar Rapids - February 02, 2022 01:04 - 16 minutes
More often than not, we jumble our judgements and feelings with reality when communicating with others, leading to ineffective, incomplete, and inflammatory results. Learning to separate facts from our judgements and feelings is key to enjoying more harmonious and more constructive relationships....

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UnityCR: A Well Built House 1/23/2022

Lessons from Unity Cedar Rapids - February 02, 2022 01:00 - 18 minutes
This lesson is a celebration of Unity Center of Cedar Rapids and its resilience and commitment during a challenging two years.  

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UnityCR: Pay Attention 1/16/2022

Lessons from Unity Cedar Rapids - January 17, 2022 13:08 - 20 minutes
On this Martin Luther King Day weekend, we are reminded of his powerful intention for our nation.  As we revisit his inspiring life and work, we open ourselves to the power of intention and the necessity to pay attention to its unfoldment. To learn more please visit http://unitycr.org/

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UnityCR: Let the Work Begin 1/9/2022

Lessons from Unity Cedar Rapids - January 10, 2022 14:34 - 19 minutes
Rev. Dr. Howard Thurman, mentor to Martin Luther King, wrote: When the song of the angels is stilled, When the star in the sky is gone, When the kings and princes are home, When the shepherds are back with their flock, The work of Christmas begins...   As we continue to celebrate the rebi...

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UnityCR: Rev Debra - Zoom Service 1/2/2022

Lessons from Unity Cedar Rapids - January 08, 2022 16:01 - 14 minutes
Special Zoom Service To learn more please visit http://unitycr.org/  

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UnityCR: Rejoice 12/19/2021

Lessons from Unity Cedar Rapids - December 20, 2021 16:54 - 16 minutes
You will notice that the candles on the Advent Wreath include a pink one that is lighted on the Sunday of 'Joy'.  This is called the 'Gaudete' candle which is the first word of an ancient Latin Christmas carol and it simply means 'Rejoice!'  On this last Sunday of Advent, let's join as a spiritu...

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UnityCR: The Right Order of Love 12/12/2021

Lessons from Unity Cedar Rapids - December 11, 2021 18:26 - 21 minutes
 "You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your mind.' This is the greatest and first commandment. And a second is like it: "You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’”  (Matthew 22) These words, quoted by Jesus from the Jewish scripture, teach...

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UnityCR: It Begins With Me 12/5/2021

Lessons from Unity Cedar Rapids - December 11, 2021 18:22 - 20 minutes
On the second Sunday in Advent, Rev. Debra will remind us that peace begins within each of us.  When we are peaceful, we become true peacemakers in the world. To learn more please visit http://unitycr.org/

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UnityCR: Hope Grounded in Faith 11/28/2021

Lessons from Unity Cedar Rapids - November 29, 2021 16:50 - 17 minutes
On this first Sunday of Advent, Rev. Debra will encourage a deeper understanding of our journey toward Christmas.  Advent is a time of reflection and preparation as we open our hearts, minds, and lives to the renewed experience of our divine self. To learn more please visit http://unitycr.org/

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UnityCR: Grateful Giving 11/21/2021

Lessons from Unity Cedar Rapids - November 22, 2021 01:48 - 22 minutes
Join Rev. Debra as she invites you to open your life to the power of freely giving and gratefully receiving.  To learn more please visit http://unitycr.org/

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UnityCR: Grateful Hands 11/14/2021

Lessons from Unity Cedar Rapids - November 12, 2021 12:48 - 21 minutes
Lesson Series: "Grateful Living" During the first three weeks of November, Rev. Debra invites you into an intentional season of grateful living. Lesson 2: Grateful Hands As our lives are transformed and blessed by the power of divine love, the natural impulse is to share our gifts, graces,...

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UnityCR: Grateful Hearts 11/7/2021

Lessons from Unity Cedar Rapids - November 05, 2021 13:43 - 20 minutes
This past week, many communities commemorated either All Souls' Day, All Saints' Day, or  Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead). To learn more please visit http://unitycr.org/

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