Unity Newsletter 1/28/2026

Sunday Service: February 1st at 10:00 AM

Annual Meeting

Sunday, February 15th from 12:00 – 3:00 PM

The meeting will include:

• Board & financial updates
• Ministerial and operations vision for the year ahead
• Election of new board members

We encourage all members to attend and participate in this important moment of shared direction and stewardship.

Call for Nominations: Local Nonprofits for Our 2026 Tithing

At Unity, generosity is one of the ways we live our principles. Each year, we set aside 10% of our operating income as a tithe—an outward expression of love, service, and stewardship. Half of that tithe supports Unity headquarters and other Unity organizations. The other half is devoted to local nonprofit organizations serving our Central Oregon community—organizations that help restore dignity, strengthen connection, and support healing and wholeness. Guided by our core values of Service & Stewardship, and Community & Connection, we see this giving as a natural extension of who we are.

We Invite Your Nominations via the QR code or clicking this link.

At our Annual Meeting on February 15th, the congregation will select four local nonprofits to receive this local portion of our 2026 tithe, one designated for each quarter. We invite you to nominate local nonprofit organizations whose work reflects these values—especially organizations with a personal connection to our community. We give particular consideration to organizations where our members:

• Volunteer or serve
• Participate in leadership or governance
• Have been directly supported or impacted by the organization’s work.

In past years, nominations have included organizations focused on food security, homelessness, re-entry and transition support, and other forms of compassionate service rooted in dignity and restoration.

How to Nominate

Nominations may be submitted through the Feedback Form on our website. QR codes linking to the form are also available on signs in the foyer. Nominations must be received by February 2 and include:

1. The name of the organization
2. A brief description of its mission and work
3. Your personal connection to the organization
4. Whether you would be willing to share a few words about the organization before the vote. Thank you for helping shape how our community gives back—so that our shared generosity reflects our identity as a Wild Soul Sanctuary, grounded in connection, service, and love.

Membership Renewal

Hello beautiful community,

It’s time for our annual membership reaffirmation. Please take a moment to scan the attached QR code or click here and re-up your Unity membership. There’s no cost—this simply helps us complete our yearly census and ensures your voice and vote are included in upcoming board matters.

Thank you for being part of this growing, loving community. We’re so grateful to walk this path together.

And so it is.

The Rock of Consciousness

Friday, February 13th from 6:00 – 7:30 PM

The Rock of Consciousness Cat Steven’s Moonshadow Mysticism is a tribute to the legendary music and messaging of Cat Stevens. Cat Stevens’ music carried a rare depth of consciousness, blending introspection, spirituality, and social awareness. Through songs like “Wild World,” “Father and Son,” “Morning Has Broken,” “Peace Train,” and “Moonshadow,” he invited listeners inward, questioned modern life, and offered compassion as guidance—helping a generation reconnect with meaning, reflection, and the possibility of personal and collective transformation.

These classics and others are set to energizing movement,breathwork and stillness to open up to a deeper state of awareness. This opened state is then carried into a Dreamstate Soundbath for deep relaxation and reset.

No experience needed. All body types and belief systems welcome.

Bring a yoga mat, blanket and eye cover for maximum comfort.

Wednesday Service

This week with William Gregory from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM

Weekly Affirmation

I meet myself and others with clarity, compassion, and truth. am enough. I have enough

Weekly Mantra

Om Shanti Shanti Shanti.

This week, we’ll close the month with an extended guided meditation designed to help seal in the theme of Knowing Thyself.

Through reflection, stillness, and gentle inquiry, we turn inward to rest in direct awareness of who we truly are, allowing insight and inner clarity to settle and integrate.

Bring curiosity. Bring questions. The source code is already within you.

Yoga with Shirman

No class this Thursday

Please note that Yoga with Shriman will not be meeting this Thursday. We will see you again next week!

Sacred Sound-Bath

Sunday from 6:00 to 7:15 PM

This week hosted by Lisa Swisher. In this sound bath journey, you’ll immerse yourself in an organic symphony of vibrations, carefully crafted to elevate your spirit and align your being. Please arrive a little early to sign in, get settled and enjoy our live musicians. Wear comfy clothing, bring a thick yoga mat or camping pad, pillow, blanket & eye pillow (if needed), and a desire to be uplifted and transported through sacred sound! Cost $15 – $25.

Let’s Get Metaphysical Discussion Group

Tuesdays from 10:30 AM to Noon

Please join us to go deeper into our ‘communal knowing’ while bonding with like-minded seekers and finders. Last meeting the group discussed ‘Living with Flexibility, the 22nd Verse of the Tao Te Ching’ from Wayne’s book.  Sign up to be sent the weekly email using the link below.

Bend Food Project

Please bring any non-perishable food items to Unity by February 8th for pickup. Your generosity helps support local families and ensures these offerings reach those in need. Thank you for sharing from a place of care and abundance.

Feedback & Suggestions Ask

If you have positive feedback or constructive suggestions for service, a class, or anything else you’d like to share, we’d love to hear from you.

Are You Facing a Challenge? We Offer UNITY CARES to Help

We have created various ways to support our community through challenges, including Pastoral Care, Prayer, and responding to email needs and requests from our community. Send Carol Fox an email, and she’ll connect you with the best support through our Unity Cares.

Member Appreciation

This week, we celebrate and appreciate Rachelle Indra, one of our wonderful stewards. Rachelle brings a bright, welcoming energy wherever she goes, helping the space feel alive, cared for, and connected. And of course, we can’t miss her fancy shoes—a perfect expression of her flair, confidence, and joyful presence. Thank you, Rachelle, for showing up with heart, style, and spirit. We’re so grateful for you.