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SUMMARY:Healing the Shadows of the Heart
DESCRIPTION:Healing the Shadows of the Heart invites you into a powerful 90-minute journey of discovery\, healing\, and reconnection with the deepest part of who you are. What if the places in your heart that feel empty\, wounded\, or disconnected are not simply places of pain\, but doorways to something precious that has been waiting to be reclaimed? You’ll explore the hidden shadows surrounding the heart and discover how they can point you toward buried gifts\, wisdom\, and the capacity to experience unconditional love. Through interactive learning\, guided exercises\, and simple practices you can return to again and again\, you’ll learn how to meet the places shaped by loss and separation with compassion\, and begin filling them with a deeper sense of love\, connection\, and wholeness. When you heal the relationship with yourself\, you also heal your relationship with others.  Come discover what your shadow may be guarding\, and reclaim the treasure buried inside your heart.\n \nPRESENTER\nRev. James King is a dynamic Unity minister\, author\, and spiritual teacher whose passion is helping people awaken to their divine potential. He is the Author of “Jesus Never Said That” and “Pray Big: The Bold Art of Affirmative Prayer”.
URL:https://unityretreat.us/event/healing-the-shadows-of-the-heart/
LOCATION:Room 316
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Afternoon Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260916T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260916T143000
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SUMMARY:Stars Shine Brighter in the Darkest Nights: What is Ours to Do or Not?
DESCRIPTION:About the current times in which we find ourselves\, a wise indigenous elder offered this image: “We are all together\, all One\, in a birth canal\, on our way to being birthed into a more evolved spiritual consciousness. And some of us are also midwives\, helping to birth this new consciousness.” \nWhat if this is true? Birth can be painful and messy. Gratefully\, we have our Unity tools as we learn and do what is ours to do in this time. \nJoin us to share what’s in our hearts\, respond to where Unity stands on Social Justice\, and learn and grow together. We’ll move through Sacred Circle\, group sharing\, and open conversation. Handouts on Unity’s official stances on social justice will be provided\, along with time to respond and reflect together. \nPRESENTER\nPat began her career in nursing\, specializing in psychiatric nursing\, and later earned a doctorate in clinical psychology. She practices psychotherapy part-time. She attended UUMS\, and was ordained in 2025. She has been called to an alternative ministry in Social Justice. She is the senior minister of the Unity Social Justice Ministry. With the goal of inspiring others to get involved in acts of social justice\, large or small\, she and her ministry team. produce two podcasts a month. The first broadcast is a virtual service\, with meditation\, prayer\, music\, and a message about social justice. The next podcast is a conversation with someone who has “boots on the ground” in an area of social justice. Podcast topics covered include Earth Justice\, Economic Justice\, Racial Justice\, Voting Rights\, Stars in the Darkness\, Radiating Hope\, and Birthing a Higher Consciousness. unitysocialjustice.org. Invitations to the podcasts are sent to every Unity church in the United States and 360 followers. She is on the Advisory Board of the Alliance for Unitive Justice (auj.org).
URL:https://unityretreat.us/event/stars-shine-brighter-in-the-darkest-nights-what-is-ours-to-do-or-not/
LOCATION:Room 319
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Afternoon Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260916T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260916T163000
DTSTAMP:20260911T201435Z
CREATED:20260911T192430Z
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SUMMARY:Rising Together: The Spiritual Physics of Elevation
DESCRIPTION:What helps us rise? Throughout creation\, we see things lifted by forces greater than gravity—birds soaring on the wind\, seeds pushing through the soil\, bread rising\, and balloons floating skyward. What if these everyday moments also reveal something about our spiritual lives? \nIn this interactive and experiential session\, we’ll explore the “physics” of spiritual elevation and discover how faith\, prayer\, encouragement\, and authentic community become the forces that lift us through life’s challenges. Through storytelling\, reflection\, conversation\, and prayer\, we’ll uncover what weighs us down\, what helps us rise\, and how we can become a source of lift for one another. \nWhether you are new to Unity or have been walking a spiritual path for years\, you’ll leave with fresh insights\, meaningful connections\, and practical spiritual practices for rising—and helping others rise—together. \nPRESENTER\nMaggie Alderman is an ordained Unity minister and Director of the Silent Unity Prayer Ministry at Unity World Headquarters. Raised in Unity\, she was ordained in 2020 and has served in a range of ministry and leadership roles within the Unity movement. In 2025\, she relocated to Missouri with her husband and youngest son to lead Silent Unity’s global prayer ministry. \nShe leads from the foundation of affirmative prayer\, honoring its historical roots while guiding its continued expression in a rapidly evolving world. In her role\, she provides strategic and spiritual leadership for a 24/7 global prayer ministry offering support through phone and digital platforms. Her work focuses on strengthening prayer operations\, expanding access through digital innovation\, and supporting the formation and development of prayer associates and ministry leaders. \nIn addition to her leadership at Silent Unity\, Maggie writes for Unity publications and serves as a guest speaker\, teacher\, trainer\, and workshop facilitator to ministers and ministries across the Unity movement. She is committed to expanding the reach and relevance of spiritual leadership in contemporary contexts. \nHer personal life is grounded in simple joys including gardening\, cooking\, reading\, and time with her dog.
URL:https://unityretreat.us/event/rising-together-the-spiritual-physics-of-elevation/
LOCATION:Room 316
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Afternoon Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260916T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260916T163000
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SUMMARY:Music in Ministry
DESCRIPTION:Music is very powerful: it can create the mood\, unify the congregants\, raise or lower the energy\, and open hearts. Every person walking into your church instantly gets a “vibe” from the décor\, greeters\, and the music. \nWhen music and message work together\, you have the possibility of creating a profound spiritual experience for those in attendance. \nThe bar has been raised by all the great music available now\, and just as the type of music matters\, the quality of the music is also very important. Never underestimate the power of a good song delivered well. Having a great talk with mediocre music will not entice people to return. \nSue will offer some ideas on music resources that sound great for all levels of singing\, and songs that are doable for your music team\, giving you the possibility of using music to orchestrate not just a great talk\, but also a powerful worship experience. We will also discuss the importance of having a license that honors songwriters.
URL:https://unityretreat.us/event/music-in-ministry/
LOCATION:Room 319
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Afternoon Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260917T130000
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SUMMARY:The 12 Spiritual Laws of Success
DESCRIPTION:Discover the spiritual principles that can transform your thinking\, actions\, and results. The Twelve Spiritual Laws of Success is an inspiring\, interactive 90-minute to two-hour workshop based on Dr. Herbert Harris best-selling book\, The Twelve Universal Laws of Success. \nThe workshop explores the Laws of Thought\, Change\, Vision\, Affirmation\, Attraction\, Focus\, Action\, Value\, Relationships\, Supply\, Persistence\, and Truth from biblical and metaphysical perspectives. It goes beyond positive thinking and the Law of Attraction to discover practical\, step-by-step techniques for creating meaningful change. This workshop makes learning fun\, inspiring\, and transformational. \nParticipants receive an interactive worksheet designed to crystalize the message and help them turn spiritual principles into personal action—and action into greater purpose\, abundance\, fulfillment\, and success. \nPRESENTER\nDr. Herbert Harris is a graduate of Columbia University in New York City and a retired attorney. He has written numerous books including How To Make Money In Music\, a guidebook to the music industry and The Twelve Universal Laws of Success\, a Bible-based approach to success principles and the laws under which they operate. This success book has attracted worldwide attention and has been translated into numerous languages including Chinese\, Italian\, Romanian\, and Spanish. \nDr. Harris has long been a Unity practitioner. He pursued Unity studies under Dr. Eric Butterworth in New York City. Forever a student\, Herbert has actively pursued his religious\, philosophical\, and metaphysical studies throughout the world. \nDr. Harris has spoken and done numerous seminars and workshops at churches\, universities\, and corporations throughout the country\, including: the Ethical Culture Society\, Unity\, Religious Science\, and One God One Thought Churches\, Ohio State University\, Columbia University\, Lucent Technology\, and other churches\, businesses and organizations. \nHerbert was ordained in the United Christian Evangelistic Association under Dr. Frederick J. Eikerenkkotter\, better known as “Rev. Ike\,” and served as Director of the Science of Living Institute. He is also CEO of the LifeSkill Institute\, Inc.\, an international personal and leadership development corporation. \nPresently Dr. Harris resides in Wilmington\, NC. He is co-minister of the Unity Spiritual Center of Wilmington. Visit his website at www.herbertharris.com.
URL:https://unityretreat.us/event/the-12-spiritual-laws-of-success-2/
LOCATION:Room 319
CATEGORIES:Thursday Afternoon Workshops
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DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260917T143000
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SUMMARY:Discussion of "Theo of Golden"
DESCRIPTION:Rather than a workshop\, this gathering will be a discussion for those who have already read Theo of Golden. This self-published book became what The New York Times called a “word-of-mouth smash hit.” \nIn advance\, take some time to reflect on how this book affected you spiritually. How has Theo of Golden touched or influenced your spiritual life? Come prepared to share\, listen\, and discuss together. \nRev. Lora Beth Gilbreath is the minister at Unity Transformation in Knoxville\, Tennessee.
URL:https://unityretreat.us/event/theo-of-golden-2/
LOCATION:Room 316
CATEGORIES:Thursday Afternoon Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260917T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260917T163000
DTSTAMP:20260911T211017Z
CREATED:20260911T204009Z
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SUMMARY:When the Dream Doesn’t Look Like the Dream
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever held a vision in your heart\, prayed for it\, worked toward it\, and then watched it unfold in a completely different way than you expected? Or not show up at all? How do we stay faithful to our dreams when life doesn’t cooperate with our plans? \nIn this experiential two-hour workshop\, Rev. Victoria Loveland-Coen will guide participants through a compassionate and empowering process for navigating disappointment\, unmet expectations\, and life’s unexpected detours. Drawing from Unity principles we’ll explore how to release attachment to specific outcomes\, practice forgiveness (of ourselves and others)\, reconnect with our deeper purpose\, discover new possibilities\, and trust divine timing. \nThrough reflective exercises\, partner sharing\, discussion\, and guided meditation\, you’ll learn how apparent setbacks can become openings to something greater than you originally imagined. Whether you’re facing a recent disappointment or simply seeking greater trust in life’s unfolding\, this workshop will help you move from frustration to freedom and from resignation to renewed possibility. \nSometimes the dream hasn’t failed—it has simply arrived in a different form. Come prepared to reflect\, release\, and reimagine what is possible. \n\nPRESENTER\nRev. Victoria Loveland-Coen is an ordained Unity and Interfaith Minister\, inspirational speaker\, spiritual coach\, and author with more than 40 years of experience in the New Thought and Ancient Wisdom traditions. A former Religious Science Practitioner trained at Agape International Spiritual Center under Rev. Michael Beckwith\, she is passionate about helping people awaken to their divine potential\, break through limiting beliefs\, and live with greater purpose and joy. \nAs Senior Minister of Unity Center of Peace in Chapel Hill\, North Carolina\, she inspires others through her heartfelt messages\, teaching\, and transformative experiences that empower lasting personal and spiritual growth. \nShe lives with her husband\, writer Dana Coen\, and their beloved dog\, Luna. She cherishes time with their 27-year-old twin daughters whenever possible.
URL:https://unityretreat.us/event/when-the-dream-doesnt-look-like-the-dream/
LOCATION:Room 319
CATEGORIES:Thursday Afternoon Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260917T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260917T163000
DTSTAMP:20260911T234326Z
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SUMMARY:Awakening Together: From Inner Awareness to Inspired Action
DESCRIPTION:What if discovering what is ours to do doesn’t begin with doing\, trying harder\, or figuring out the next right step—but with awakening? Amid the noise\, uncertainty\, and challenges of our lives and our world\, we are invited to turn inward\, become aware of what is happening within us\, and reconnect with the Divine Presence that is always there. \nIn this interactive and experiential workshop\, we’ll create space to pause\, reflect\, listen\, and connect—exploring what we may be ready to release and what may be seeking to emerge. Through personal reflection\, meditation\, compassionate listening\, and heart-centered connection\, we’ll discover how renewing our own spirit and opening our hearts to one another can reveal new possibilities for how we are called to live\, love\, serve\, and show up in the world. Come prepared not simply to learn about spiritual awakening\, but to experience it—and perhaps discover the inspired action waiting to emerge through you. \nPRESENTER\nRev. Ellen Barron is a Unity minister serving as Senior Minister of Unity of Raleigh Spiritual Center since August 2020. Her ministry is rooted in spiritual awakening\, love\, and the recognition of our oneness. Through practical\, inclusive teachings grounded in Unity principles\, she inspires people to awaken to their Divine within\, discover their authentic selves\, and live with greater peace\, purpose\, and joy. \nRev. Ellen Barron created and hosts Spiritual Insights for Challenging Times\, a weekly podcast that offers practical spiritual principles and practices for navigating life’s challenges with greater peace\, awareness\, and possibility. Through meaningful conversations with spiritual leaders\, she explores how timeless spiritual wisdom can be applied to everyday life and help us awaken more fully to our divine nature. \nPassionate about building community both within and beyond the church\, Rev. Ellen founded the Unity Holistic Wellness Center in 2022 to expand opportunities for spiritual growth and holistic well-being throughout the region. She also created Interfaith Conversations for Peace and Reconciliation\, bringing together leaders from diverse faith traditions to foster understanding\, dialogue\, and connection with round table discussions. \nBefore coming to Raleigh\, Rev. Ellen served as Director of Youth and Family Ministry at Unity of Fort Myers\, where she also developed an outreach program for at-risk teens living in foster care group homes. She also served as a chaplain at Lee Memorial Hospital\, offering compassionate spiritual support to patients and their families. Throughout her ministry\, Rev. Ellen has been dedicated to creating welcoming\, inclusive communities where people can deepen their spiritual understanding and express it through everyday living.
URL:https://unityretreat.us/event/awakening-together-from-inner-awareness-to-inspired-action-2/
LOCATION:Room 316
CATEGORIES:Thursday Afternoon Workshops
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