"Cultivating Self-Awareness"
Facilitated by Reverend Victoria Bunch
Join Rev. Vicki for a day of awakening our sacred/human selves
through self-awareness.
This in-person workshop is designed for all women who are ready to awaken and claim their greater creative powers.
When: Saturday, September 12th from 10am to 3pm
Love Offering - All Welcome
FELDENKRAIS CLASS UPDATE:
To make it easier for you to participate from your phone or home, Rivkah will also
hold a weekly evening Zoom class.
The weekly evening Zoom class will be held virtually on Thursday evenings at 7:00 pm.
The Zoom code to join the class is: 822 9667 2078
The password for the Zoom class is: 997775.
For the Zoom class - if you have a special time of the week you would like to be
considered, please contact Rivkah Cohen at: rivkahc10@gmail.com.
As always, the cost for the class will be $15.00 to be paid to Unity of Charleston.
Scholarships are available.
Move easy,
Rivkah
At Unity of Charleston, we believe that our children are a whole and perfect expression of God. We are dedicated to creating a safe, fun, and loving environment to nourish and assist them in remembering who they are. Your child will learn spirituality through affirmations, activities, and monthly themes of spiritual qualities and principles.
Each week, we are connecting to our sacred space within ourselves by recognizing and honoring the Gifts of Creation in a different scientific kingdom each week.
September Theme: The Power of Thought
This September, we explore The Power of Thought and discover how the words we use to tell our stories can shape the way we see ourselves, others, and the world around us. Through reflection, conversation, and creative activities, we’ll explore how our thoughts and words can empower us—and how we can choose new ways of seeing and experiencing life as we grow.
Our Weekly Themes
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I Am More Than a Single Story: We are each made up of many experiences, qualities, dreams, and possibilities. One story or experience never defines the whole of who we are.
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My Thoughts & Words Have Power: Our thoughts and words influence how we experience ourselves and the world. We’ll explore how to use them with greater awareness and intention.
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I Can Tell a New Story: As we grow and gain wisdom, we can look at our experiences in new ways and create stories that reflect who we are becoming.
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Finding My Voice: We’ll explore ways to express ourselves authentically and use our voices as tools for wisdom, love, and positive change.
September Affirmations
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I choose words that empower me and others.
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I am a diverse creation in God’s world.
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I allow my stories to change as I grow in wisdom.
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I use my voice as a tool of power, wisdom, and love.
Our Youth and Family Ministry is growing, and we would love to welcome a few more Youth Guides to support our Sunday gatherings.
If you enjoy working with children, value spiritual exploration, or simply feel called to help create a loving and uplifting space for our kids, we would be grateful to have you join us.
On the first Sunday of each month, children are invited to help play crystal bowls/singing bowls during the adults’ meditation.
Kids ages eight and up can join Nomi, and we’ll have two or three short practice sessions beforehand. Parents are welcome to play with their child if they’d like, but it’s totally optional. It’s simple to learn and always a peaceful, heart-centered experience.
If your child would like to join the August performance, just reach out to Nomi.
Upcoming Youth Ministry Events
Fall Rally Information & Registration November 13 - 15th
Fall Rally information and registration are now available! Registration fees include hotel accommodations.
If you’re interested in attending or would like more information, please contact us. We’d love to have you join us!
Fall Rally Information & Registration
Fall Rally information and registration are now available! Registration fees include hotel accommodations.
If you’re interested in attending or would like more information, please contact Nomi.
Upcoming Events for
Youth and Families
Wayshower Conference —
THIS Saturday, August 29th
We’re excited to invite our youth to participate in the Wayshower Conference THIS SATURDAY, August 29th!
If you would like to attend, please let Nomi know by TOMORROW, Friday, August 28th. Nomi will register everyone as a group, so you do not need to pay for registration.
Please let Nomi know if you plan to participate so we can include you in the group registration!
Join us THE FIRST SATURDAY of each month at 11:00 am in person for this Workshop facilitated by Jackie McCullough, Life Options Coach, Counselor.
During The Power of Choice Monthly Workshop, we talk about habits that aren’t serving us and steps we can take to eliminate those self-defeating habits. We will get to your personal reasons for habits like compulsive overeating, worrying about our children, parents, the political situation in our country, finances, and many others.
Once we see the reasons (beliefs) fueling these behaviors, we can easily change them to more comfortable and more empowering beliefs. We look forward to having you join!
The Reiki Connection: August 2026
The Reiki Connection will be meeting in person on the 1st, 3rd and if necessary, the 5th Tuesday of each month at 7pm. The 2nd and 4th weeks of the month, Chrys will be offering virtual Distance Reiki Sessions. Love offerings to the church are encouraged!
The zoom link for virtual Distance Reiki is:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86934290719?pwd=RnB3TFJvbS9RVUhJcWlLc2ZPV3hWZz09
Meeting ID: 869 3429 0719
Passcode: 194510
For more information, please contact Chrys Franks:
Earth Care at Unity Charleston Announcements
The next EarthCare meeting date will be
Sunday, September 13th after the 10:30 a.m. service.
EarthCare News:
We are pleased to welcome Ellen Savarese as the new co-chair of the EarthCare team and extend our appreciation to Lindsy Brunhouse for continuing to serve in IT and secretarial roles.
Other News
The Charleston Theosophical Society study group meets this Sat. August 29 in the all-purpose room from 11 AM to 1 PM. Rev. Anne Sermons Gillis facilitates a book study and discussion. We are currently studying the book, Living a Higher Purpose. You do not have to have the book to participate.
Please just come, or for more information call Anne at 713.922.0242
Request from the EarthCare Team: Please do not put trash in the recycling bin, but in the bright blue recycling can instead. Many thanks!
Unity EarthCare now has its own website. Check it out to get more involved with Earth care.
Home | Unity EarthCare: https://www.unityearthcare.org/?utm_source=copilot.com
What is EarthCare? The Unity EarthCare Ministry promotes active care of all creation by cultivating earth-oriented spirituality through both spiritual and practical actions. Contact: unitycharleston@msn.com if you have any questions prior to the meeting or want to learn more.
Earth Care Sustainability Tip:
"Plastic Straw Alternative"
Choose metal or bamboo straws when you can. More than 500 million single-use straws are discarded every day, and plastic straws can harm marine life and other wildlife.
Ongoing Events
Meditation Group:
Offered at 8:30 am on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday. We start with a guided meditation, then practice the Silence for 30 min, and then close with a guided meditation. You may stay in the group for as long as you wish each time.
The meeting ID number is 825 9445 4403
The Password is: meditation
We look forward to seeing you.
Guided Meditation:
First Friday of every month at 7:00 pm.
Facilitated by Chrys Franks, Reiki Practitioner/Teacher. Suggested energy exchange of $11.
Email Chrys: chrystalfranks@gmail.com
to receive the Zoom Link.
Women's Spirituality Group:
All women are welcome to this group which meets the second Saturday of the month. To register or for more information, please contact
Shanen Johnson: Shaney_ej@yahoo.com
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Volunteer at Unity
If you are interested in doing a service project, or would like to be added to
our service project volunteers list, email us at: unitycharleston@msn.com
Muffin Ministry
All are welcome to bring snacks, treats, and refreshments for after the service on Sundays.
Please see Sadie Jenkins or Michael Evans or just show up with your goodies.
Our next volunteer date will be THIS Saturday, August 29th from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
There will be mini-flyers with sign-up information on the back table of the sanctuary.
You can also sign up to volunteer by clicking the link below.
Join us in sorting and packing the food donations that will be distributed throughout the ten coastal counties for SC. We are grateful to Lisa Lopez for continuing to lead this volunteer opportunity for us! To sign up to volunteer, click the button
below, or reach out to Lisa Lopez at: lopezlisa40@ymail.com
Silent Unity:
Silent Unity's prayer line is open 24/7 and it is such a beautiful offering. Forimmediate prayer request, dial 1-800-Now Pray. 2535
Mental Health Crisis Line:
If you or a loved one are
experiencing a mental health crisis,
please dial this number.
2535 Leeds Avenue
Charleston, SC 29405
Phone: 843-566-0600
https://www.unitycharleston.com/
Staff
Senior Minister: Rev. Richard Bunch
Church Administrator: James Himm Mitchell
Assistant Administrator: Pamela Crissey
Youth Minister: Nomi Garcia
Marketing Coordinator: Grace McCarthy
Music Director: Brad Henty
Board
President: Claudia Piano
Vice President: Alesia Flores
Treasurer: Shawn Short
Secretary: Jeff Denison
Trustee: Regina Williams
Trustee: Michael Evans
Alternate: Rivkah Cohen
Please join us in-person in the sanctuary or online via Facebook Live on Sundays
at 10:30 a.m.
We hope to see you there!
