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Get Out From Under Your Circumstances! (Part One) | |
Blessings to you!
In our collective journey of self-discovery, we may find ourselves overburdened, feeling much like Atlas, the Titan who, according to Greek mythology, was ordered by Zeus to hold up the sky on his shoulders as a punishment.
Have you ever felt as though you were "bearing the weight of the world" on your shoulders? Have you ever felt so weighed down by circumstance that it has almost felt like some kind of punishment? Are you feeling this way right now? If so, you're not alone; this message is for you - as will be the subsequent editions for this month of April.
To begin, as a kind of preparation for opening ourselves to receive the offerings of Spirit, I invite you to consider the possibility that your circumstances do not have power over you, nor does anything or anyone else. I invite you to pray, meditating on the idea that there is no one and nothing against you. Finally, I encourage you to recognize yourself - your true, Divine Self... perhaps for the very first time.
Inscribed over the entrance to the ancient temple in the Greek province of Delphi were the words, "Man, know thyself." This simple maxim is a cornerstone to the foundation of Metaphysics: the very bedrock of our Unity teachings.
Over the coming weeks, we will explore the fundamentals of Metaphysics - practical tools and strategies for overcoming, for "getting out from under" and living a prosperous life. In the meantime, as you'll see and read below, we've got a lot of activities happening here at our Unity center, so come and join us in fellowship, fulfillment, and fun at UOC!
Know thyself as the living spirit of unity and love in full expression. I look forward to seeing you on Sunday.
In Oneness,
Daryn L. Wells, LUT
Editor-In-Chief
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Our Vision:
United in Spirit, we are a loving community, co-creating a world of peace, abundance, and joy for all.
Our Mission:
With God as our Source, Unity of Columbus inspires people to realize and express their Divine nature in an awakening world.
Our Core Values:
Answering the "CALL" of Spirit, we are:
Creative, Authentic, Learning, Loving
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We affirm that we are in a greater and greater flow of abundance, right here and now, and we are so grateful for your generous tithes, gifts, and Love Offerings. Thank You, God! | | |
This Sunday at Unity
"Our Brother's Keeper"
with Rev. Dan Holloway
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Join Rev. Dan for an inspirational message of Truth this coming Sunday!
*There's a special treat for you within the message!
The service will be recorded and uploaded to our YouTube Channel.
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Don't Miss These Upcoming Speakers!
Apr 12 - Rev. Dan
Apr 19 - Shirley Williams, LUT
Potluck Fellowship To Follow - Bring A Dish To Share!
Apr 26 - Rev. Dan
EFT Workshop with Carisa Holmes To Follow! (See Below)
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Ladies' Tea Party 2026
"Like the lilies of the field, she does not strive; she simply grows in the wild abundance of God’s love."
(Inspired by Matthew 6:28)
Save the date for the 2nd annual Unity of Columbus Ladies' Tea Party, Feminine Wilds, on Saturday, May 9, 2026.
TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
The cost is $10 for adults and $5 for children.
We expect that the Tea Party will have way more participation this year, so we need more stuff. The Growth Committee is issuing a thrift challenge: We know there are a lot of thrifters in our community, so the person who brings in the most items we can use for the Tea Party will receive a very special gift and recognition as the Baddest Thrifter in Town!
We need:
-Vintage tea cups with matching saucers
-Tea Pots (vintage is great, but not required)
-Vintage luncheon plates
-Vintage cream and sugar sets (matching)
-Items for the silent auction
Items can be dropped off at the Lobby Desk every Sunday, and we will put them in the Tea Party storage area. Make sure your name is on the packages so you get the recognition you deserve. We can’t wait to see who is the Baddest Thrifter in Town!
If you would like to be on the Tea Party Planning Team, sign up at the Lobby Desk.
Questions - see Michele Timmons or Harriette Heibel
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Educational Opportunities
Unity is not simply a church, it is also a school. We are a spiritual education campus, and our purpose is to teach and demonstrate the principles of Truth, as taught by Jesus and interpreted by Unity.
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Youth and Family Ministry
Now In our THIRD school year!
First & Third Sundays at 11:00 a.m.
Next class: Sunday, April 19th
Our hands-on, engaging youth program serves pre-K through high school-aged Truth students - in a fun, safe, interactive environment.
Our focus is on honoring each
child and family as an expression of the Christ within.
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MidWeek Renewal
Starting April 15
"Introduction To Bible Metaphysics"
In the first weeks of Eastertide (the weeks between Easter and Pentecost in the liturgical calendar), we will provide an overview of Unity's core textbook: the Bible.
Viewing the Bible through a metaphysical lens, the stories, people, and places in the Scriptures represent nuggets of hidden wisdom.
Join Licensed Unity Teacher Daryn L. Wells for a four-week journey into the inner depths within the printed Word.
Wednesday Evenings
Meditation: 6:30 p.m.
Discussion: 7:00 p.m.
Hybrid: In-Person and Zoom
(Contact Us for Link!)
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Upcoming Events:
Apr 26 - Workshop with Carisa Holmes 12:30 p.m. (See below!)
May 9 - Ladies' Tea Party (Wilson Hall)
May 13 - Armand & Angelina: In Concert! (See Below!)
May 17 - Workshop with Rev. Brian Drafton-Griffin 12:30 p.m. (See below!)
June 20 - Columbus Pride Fest (Offsite; Details To Follow)
July 18 - Anniversary Celebration (Details To Follow)
Aug 2 - Annual Heritage Picnic 12:00 p.m.
Aug 16 - Pilgrimage To Pagetown, OH (Birthplace of Myrtle Fillmore)
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Ongoing Events and Groups:
Silent Prayer - Sundays 12:15 p.m. (Chapel)
Silent Unity Prayer Service - Mondays 12:00 p.m. (Online Only - Facebook)
Unity Women of Truth Circle - 1st Sundays 12:30 p.m. (Chapel)
Resource Group for the Homeless - Tuesdays Monthly 12:00 p.m. (May 5)
Unity Men's Group - 2nd Saturdays 12:30 p.m. (Chapel)
Potluck Fellowship - 3rd Sundays 12:00 p.m. (Wilson Hall)
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Other (Non-Unity) Activities and Groups Meeting at Unity:
Rays Of Light Spiritualist Church - Sundays 6:00 p.m. (Chapel) Website
Rays Of Light Psychic & Healing Fair - 2nd Sundays 2:00 p.m. (Wilson Hall)
Bliss Run Mindfulness Community - Thursdays 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Website
Reiki Share - Thursdays 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Unity Dance! - Fridays 7:30 p.m. (Wilson Hall)
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Video Gallery - Our Easter Sunday Service
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A Meditation From Unity
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April 26 Workshop Info
With Carisa Holmes
12:30 p.m.
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EFT Tapping Workshop
For Relief from Stress and Painful Memories
Would you like an easy, DIY way to ease the discomfort of painful memories or stress?
Join Carisa Holmes, certified accredited EFT practitioner, for her workshop, EFT Tapping for Stress and Painful Memories.
In this interactive workshop, there is no need to reveal your secrets or talk about painful things.
You will learn gentle, indirect methods of working with EFT, such as:
- A quick, easy method to ease yourself out of anxiety or worry
- An easy breathing technique that shifts you out of stressed states
- A simple way to accept your feelings - and yourself
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The "I" Of the Storm: Embracing Conflict,
Creating Peace
with Rev. Brian Drafton-Griffin, Unity Minister
May 17 at 12:30 p.m.
(Based on the book by Dr. Gary Simmons)
Discover how to move from conflict resolution to conflict transformation: transform fear into fearlessness, and resistance into nonresistance.
"Be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind." ~ Romans 12:2 (KJV)
Like the calm at a storm’s eye, each of us harbors a spiritual center—our true Self—from which we can respond with grace, not reactivity.
Rev. Brian Drafton-Griffin will assist us in blending the spiritual practices, Biblical wisdom, and martial arts philosophy that fellow Unity minister and author Gary Simmons presents in his book, The "I" of the Storm, while offering techniques for transforming fear into fearlessness and resistance into surrender.
Ultimately, the goal is to connect with your innate Wholeness—recognizing that the entire Universe supports your well‑being—and to bring that centered awareness into all relationships and life challenges.
Join us for this engaging and powerful workshop exploring The "I" of the Storm, and YOU will benefit manifold through the utilization of these tools for spiritual centeredness, emotional resilience, and nonresistance—especially in the midst of conflict and change.
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Armand and Angelina Return To Unity of Columbus!
May 13, 2026
7:00 - 8:15 p.m.
International Inspirational Speakers and performing artists, Armand and Angelina
will be offering an evening of Music, Message, and Mirth to create a once in a lifetime experience of love, laughter, and music.
Gifted with an angelic and heart-opening voice, Angelina draws from many languages. Armand’s brilliant talks and compositions, powerful vocals, and engaging presence inspires us to love life passionately.
Come and hear them speak and sing inspiring words and music from their personal journey of love and transformation.
Native Flute Playshop with A & A: Thursday, May 13: 10:00 a.m.
Come back in the morning!
$20.00 Suggested Love Offering (None shall be turned away.)
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Pray With Us
Affirmative prayer is our foundation. If you would like to submit a written Prayer Request, please fill out the form, place it into our Prayer Box, located at the Lobby Desk, and our Prayer Team will hold you in their prayers for 30 days. You may also submit an online Prayer Request by clicking the link below.
Our Prayer Chaplains are available to pray with you, one-on-one. If you would like prayer support from one of our Chaplains, please call us at 614-267-4959.
Join us in the practice of Silent Prayer, Sundays, after service, at 12:15 p.m. in the Myrtle Fillmore Chapel.
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