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THE UNITY OR COMPLETENESS OF ALL LIFE
The search for the Truth in all disciplines of life increasingly points to a unity
or completeness of all life. In Charles Fillmore’s book, Atom-Smashing Power of
Mind, he says “Both Science and Religion agree on the fundamental fact that God
is the Source of all creation”; hence the sameness, unity, or completeness of all
life. In the field of para-psychology it has been concluded that there is a
measurable unity of mind and matter. Pierre Teilhard de Chardin, a Jesuit priest
and paleontologist says that the basic particles of all matter in the universe are all
perfectly alike, and that every particle affects every other particle in the Universe.
Biologists say that there is present in the plant’s living stuff something that
represents the natural configuration of the whole.
In recent decades, electric poly-graphs have shown that plants have feelings
and respond to the emotions of people. (What’s that you say about
vegetarianism?) Some British geneticists continue to work on their findings that
every cell of the body contains potential capacity to reproduce the whole body,
revealing the concept that there is a wholeness in every part – even the tiniest
cell.
This is a key to the whole phenomenon of Jesus, who demonstrated the unity
of all life. The apostle Paul refers to this when he suggests that the same mind
that was in Jesus is in us. And Jesus prayed: “That they all may be one”.
The great insight of today – articulated by Unity – is that though the life of
people and the world in which they live, (you and me and all others) is incomplete
and imperfect, yet there is a whole person in every partial expression. Again Paul
says, “We see in part, but when that which is perfect is come, that which is in part
shall be done away.”
The fact of unity or completeness is – wherever it is at all the whole of it must
be. Because it is Infinite or Limitless, it is everywhere, and the whole of Spirit
must also be present at all points in space at the same moment. If each person
can fully embrace and comprehend in consciousness, our whole lives will be
transformed.
The implications of this in all areas of life, health, abundance, relationships,
guidance, peace of mind, and all other areas, are tremendous. Specifically with
healing in mind, there is only Life in varying degrees of manifestation. What we
call sickness is “struggling health”. Where abundance is concerned, what we call
lack is “struggling wealth”. Spiritual healing is possible, not because of special
intervention but because we already are whole. Increasing abundance is
possible because abundance is all around us, awaiting our awakened
consciousness so that we can appropriate and use that abundance which already
belongs to us. The unity or completeness of all life occurs for each of us as our
consciousness is wrapped around the realization that all which is needed already
belongs to us
Loving blessings,
Glenn Mosley
The search for the Truth in all disciplines of life increasingly points to a unity
or completeness of all life. In Charles Fillmore’s book, Atom-Smashing Power of
Mind, he says “Both Science and Religion agree on the fundamental fact that God
is the Source of all creation”; hence the sameness, unity, or completeness of all
life. In the field of para-psychology it has been concluded that there is a
measurable unity of mind and matter. Pierre Teilhard de Chardin, a Jesuit priest
and paleontologist says that the basic particles of all matter in the universe are all
perfectly alike, and that every particle affects every other particle in the Universe.
Biologists say that there is present in the plant’s living stuff something that
represents the natural configuration of the whole.
In recent decades, electric poly-graphs have shown that plants have feelings
and respond to the emotions of people. (What’s that you say about
vegetarianism?) Some British geneticists continue to work on their findings that
every cell of the body contains potential capacity to reproduce the whole body,
revealing the concept that there is a wholeness in every part – even the tiniest
cell.
This is a key to the whole phenomenon of Jesus, who demonstrated the unity
of all life. The apostle Paul refers to this when he suggests that the same mind
that was in Jesus is in us. And Jesus prayed: “That they all may be one”.
The great insight of today – articulated by Unity – is that though the life of
people and the world in which they live, (you and me and all others) is incomplete
and imperfect, yet there is a whole person in every partial expression. Again Paul
says, “We see in part, but when that which is perfect is come, that which is in part
shall be done away.”
The fact of unity or completeness is – wherever it is at all the whole of it must
be. Because it is Infinite or Limitless, it is everywhere, and the whole of Spirit
must also be present at all points in space at the same moment. If each person
can fully embrace and comprehend in consciousness, our whole lives will be
transformed.
The implications of this in all areas of life, health, abundance, relationships,
guidance, peace of mind, and all other areas, are tremendous. Specifically with
healing in mind, there is only Life in varying degrees of manifestation. What we
call sickness is “struggling health”. Where abundance is concerned, what we call
lack is “struggling wealth”. Spiritual healing is possible, not because of special
intervention but because we already are whole. Increasing abundance is
possible because abundance is all around us, awaiting our awakened
consciousness so that we can appropriate and use that abundance which already
belongs to us. The unity or completeness of all life occurs for each of us as our
consciousness is wrapped around the realization that all which is needed already
belongs to us
Loving blessings,
Glenn Mosley
Thanks for Your Spirit of Service
The Board of Trustees would like to take this time to “Welcome” and “Appreciate” our new Board members. They are
Pam Anderson and Judi Coleman. Both Pam and Judi are long time members of our Spiritual Community and bring a
wealth of gifts, talents and experience to our Board of Trustees. We are truly thankful, grateful and truly blessed for their
willingness to serve.
On a more personal note I find Pam to be “pretty perky” and she always has wonderful ideas to share. Judi exudes these
same fine qualities and she is very “fashionable” too. So I again thank these wonderful “beings of light” for their
willingness to radiate their energy, enthusiasm and commitment here at Unity Christ Church.
As members of Unity Christ Church we know that you too have gifts and talents that are just waiting to burst forth in a
“Spirit of Service”. I am sure you have often asked yourself, “What can I do to be of service in my spiritual community?”
Well, since you have been asking this question, I have a few ideas to share with you. You could volunteer to teach
Sunday school. Serving on the hospitality team might be nice too. Or perhaps you would like to be an Usher. How about
being a platform assistant—this activity would get you plenty of exposure. If you are enthusiastic about participating in
prayer, you could join the prayer ministry or the meditation team. However, if none of these activities appeal to you, just
being present here with us on Sunday mornings will do. So, you see, you have a wide variety of choices from which to
choose.
On a more serious note if you are truly feeling passionate about serving our Spiritual Community, go into prayer,
meditate and ask Spirit to guide you to serve in a way that best suits you. Whatever you are led to do, please know that
your service and your willingness to serve is truly a “gift from God” and a blessing to us all.
In closing, the Board of Trustees would like you all to know that you are valued and appreciated for being a part of the
consciousness of Unity Christ Church and for just being “You”.
Blessings,
Juankee J. McKinney
President, Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees would like to take this time to “Welcome” and “Appreciate” our new Board members. They are
Pam Anderson and Judi Coleman. Both Pam and Judi are long time members of our Spiritual Community and bring a
wealth of gifts, talents and experience to our Board of Trustees. We are truly thankful, grateful and truly blessed for their
willingness to serve.
On a more personal note I find Pam to be “pretty perky” and she always has wonderful ideas to share. Judi exudes these
same fine qualities and she is very “fashionable” too. So I again thank these wonderful “beings of light” for their
willingness to radiate their energy, enthusiasm and commitment here at Unity Christ Church.
As members of Unity Christ Church we know that you too have gifts and talents that are just waiting to burst forth in a
“Spirit of Service”. I am sure you have often asked yourself, “What can I do to be of service in my spiritual community?”
Well, since you have been asking this question, I have a few ideas to share with you. You could volunteer to teach
Sunday school. Serving on the hospitality team might be nice too. Or perhaps you would like to be an Usher. How about
being a platform assistant—this activity would get you plenty of exposure. If you are enthusiastic about participating in
prayer, you could join the prayer ministry or the meditation team. However, if none of these activities appeal to you, just
being present here with us on Sunday mornings will do. So, you see, you have a wide variety of choices from which to
choose.
On a more serious note if you are truly feeling passionate about serving our Spiritual Community, go into prayer,
meditate and ask Spirit to guide you to serve in a way that best suits you. Whatever you are led to do, please know that
your service and your willingness to serve is truly a “gift from God” and a blessing to us all.
In closing, the Board of Trustees would like you all to know that you are valued and appreciated for being a part of the
consciousness of Unity Christ Church and for just being “You”.
Blessings,
Juankee J. McKinney
President, Board of Trustees
A THOUGHT AND A PRAYER:
Resurrection and Life
The richness of the spiritual cycles comes full circle in March. The Lenten season allows a time each year for
introspection, spiritual contemplation, and resting in the consciousness of eternal life and strength. Then, we are
“resurrected anew into the life, light, and power of God” (Keep A True Lent, 197).
For us in Unity, Easter is not a celebration of the death, burial, and resurrection of the man Jesus, but a grand
opportunity to step forth into new life, new hope, a new birth in heart, mind, and consciousness in the Christ Mind! So
how do we put this into action? Perhaps the following will serve as an example to inspire us.
Austin learned of Africa's fifteen million AIDS orphans and determined to help on a larger scale, and realized his love of
basketball could help. He asked people to sponsor him with donations as he shot free throws. That first year, at the age
of 10, Austin shot 2,057 free throws, each shot representing a child, to benefit the 2,057 children that would be orphaned
by AIDS during his school day. Austin raised $3,000 that day. Realizing that more kids could make an even bigger
difference, he recruited 1,000 kids to each shoot 1,000 free throws, and Hoops of Hope was born. Every December 1,
World AIDS day, thousands of kids across the U.S., Europe, and Australia shoot free throws. They have raised money to
fund a school and an AIDS testing lab in Zambia, a country hit hard by the AIDS crisis. Austin says it best, “You don't
have to wait to be an adult to make a difference. Just pick your passion and do something!” (This story courtesy of www.
barronprize.org, and found at http://www.forbetterlife.org/be-inspired/individual_heroes_story.asp?id=2843). You may
want to visit http://www.hoopsofhope.org. This website is the portal to be involved if this speaks to your heart.
Helping our fellow humankind, stepping forth into new adventures that serve the planet, working for the common good
of the community, or for Unity Christ Church, resurrection is about stepping out of the grave of self absorption and into
the light of action. We “go to the well” for inspiration, for learning, for growing our consciousness of our Oneness. Then
we use that growth to make our world a better place. As Austin said, “pick your passion and do something!”
In loving service,
Martha
Resurrection and Life
The richness of the spiritual cycles comes full circle in March. The Lenten season allows a time each year for
introspection, spiritual contemplation, and resting in the consciousness of eternal life and strength. Then, we are
“resurrected anew into the life, light, and power of God” (Keep A True Lent, 197).
For us in Unity, Easter is not a celebration of the death, burial, and resurrection of the man Jesus, but a grand
opportunity to step forth into new life, new hope, a new birth in heart, mind, and consciousness in the Christ Mind! So
how do we put this into action? Perhaps the following will serve as an example to inspire us.
Austin learned of Africa's fifteen million AIDS orphans and determined to help on a larger scale, and realized his love of
basketball could help. He asked people to sponsor him with donations as he shot free throws. That first year, at the age
of 10, Austin shot 2,057 free throws, each shot representing a child, to benefit the 2,057 children that would be orphaned
by AIDS during his school day. Austin raised $3,000 that day. Realizing that more kids could make an even bigger
difference, he recruited 1,000 kids to each shoot 1,000 free throws, and Hoops of Hope was born. Every December 1,
World AIDS day, thousands of kids across the U.S., Europe, and Australia shoot free throws. They have raised money to
fund a school and an AIDS testing lab in Zambia, a country hit hard by the AIDS crisis. Austin says it best, “You don't
have to wait to be an adult to make a difference. Just pick your passion and do something!” (This story courtesy of www.
barronprize.org, and found at http://www.forbetterlife.org/be-inspired/individual_heroes_story.asp?id=2843). You may
want to visit http://www.hoopsofhope.org. This website is the portal to be involved if this speaks to your heart.
Helping our fellow humankind, stepping forth into new adventures that serve the planet, working for the common good
of the community, or for Unity Christ Church, resurrection is about stepping out of the grave of self absorption and into
the light of action. We “go to the well” for inspiration, for learning, for growing our consciousness of our Oneness. Then
we use that growth to make our world a better place. As Austin said, “pick your passion and do something!”
In loving service,
Martha