Unity Church of the Mountains

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Mountain Spirit - UCM Weekly Newsletter

Sunday, August 10, 2025

UNITY CHURCH OF THE MOUNTAINS

2309 Murphy Hwy, Blairsville, GA

Sunday Service at 10:30 AM

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Mike Davis

What happens when I pray?

When I pray, I see the face of God in all things.

When I pray, I hear the music of the spheres all around me.

When I pray, I touch the stillness.

When I pray, I taste the sweet nectar of soul connection.

When I pray, I feel the breath of the Spirit moving in me.

When I pray, I laugh in a spirit of pure joy.

When I pray, I love without measure, to infinity and beyond. :-)

Please join us for an immersive prayer experience.

Three Immersive Summer Services

Mike Davis

August 17, 2025

Message & Music

Mike Davis

Aug 24, 2025

Message & Music

Rev Robin Volker

August 31, 2025

Mike Davis - Music

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Loving our Unity Family

Photos by Bob Sleczkowski and Suzi Henry

Karen Trostle gives a good impression of the Engergizer Bunny as she teams up with Mike for the weekly updates.

Mike's provocative talk about the Alchemy of Action reminds us that when you change your thoughts, you change your life.

Speaking of Alchemy in Action, Bob caught our beloved young tech guru recording his next to last service, which are livestreamed to Facebook and later loaded to Youtube. He always does a phenomenal job!

It is with mixed emotions that Sky steps away from his tech job after the August 17th service, for as the saying goes, he has received an offer that is just too good to refuse. Love and blesssings, Sky. We hope to continue seeing you often in our congregation.

Our treasurer, Mike Rizner, and our new Board President, Walt Massey, chat after the service. We are truly blessed with a vibrant and committed Board of Trustees.

Kathy Garcia and Ellen Gemmer share conversation and fellowship as they reflect on Mike's powerful message.

Speaking of life changing actions, Kathy Roberts is leaving her beloved Murphy home, pasture and pond to return to her roots in the upper peninsula of Michigan. Kathy leaves a legacy of exceptional volunteer service, including untold hours as a member of our Housekeeping team. We miss you already, Kathy. Please keep in touch.

Sometimes a single unplanned action makes an unwelcome change in our lives. Sunday we welcomed back Peggy and Mickey Lince. Still putting the finishing touches on their newly constructed Blairsville home, Peggy tripped on a heavy planter and sustained a severe ankle injury, which required a complicated surgery. The recovery has been no fun, but we bless Mickey for his tender, loving care, and we see Peggy fully healed.

Memories of Paul Kreher - A Life Well Lived

Photos by Suzi Henry

Gail Kreher shares memories of her beloved Paul, starting with the way they met and how they decided to blend their lives with marriage. There is never enough time, but we, like Gail, will always treasure special moments we spent with Paul.

Rev Robin Volker paints a glowing picture of Paul's life and adventures. He was well known for reaching out to each and every one he encountered with words of comfort, encouragement and praise for their efforts.

Paul and Gail's friend, Whisper, talks about the time she shared with Paul and Gail. She also praised his caring and compassion.

Paul's son, Jason, focused on his funloving spirit and his genuine love for children. He talked about the time that "G Paul" delighted 8 children by running from swing to swing and keeping them all "flying high."

Former Unity Church Board President Harry Dahl takes a turn at describing Paul's warm, outgoing personality and his zest for life.

A former colleague of Paul's is present with a number of his former students. He gave examples of how Paul shaped young lives.

As you can see by the above photos, the huge pavilion by the lake at Vogel State Park was filled to the brim with family and friends, as well as a large contingent of our Unity Church family.

On the left is a precious young lady who provided Max with a bowl of fresh water, which he gratefully drank. On the right is a Memory Table, covered with memorabilia and a wide range of photos depicting special moments in Paul's life. One that stood out is a picture of Paul with a huge grin, holding a can of spray paint and admiring his handiwork--a section of sidewalk inscribed with the message, "I love Gail." I ask you, Who could resist this guy? Certainly not Gail.

And here's a closeup of little Max, our unofficial Unity church mascot. He arrived at the party in his own specially rigged stroller, and he "spoke out" loudly at various times. Here he appears to be gazing at a picture of his best friend, Paul Kreher.

There were wild flowers on every table, and on the backs of these memory cards were the words to "It's a Wonderful World." Oh yeah.

UMMAS Retreat at Lake Junaluska

July & August Birthdays

August

23 Gay Gagnon

31 Dave Dunick

31 Lynn Gates

Calendar of Upcoming Events

August 13 - Meditation - 5 PM at the church.

August 14 - A Course in Miracles - 10-11:30 AM at the church, also available via Zoom. For information, call or text Linda Hall at 386-527-4294.

August 23 - The UCM Hiking and Adventure Club will meet at 10:00 AM at the Huckleberry Knob Trail, NC, along the scenic Cherohala Skyway. RSVP to Joanne Massey at 404-375-6789.

Sept 10-11 - World Day of Prayer. Please join isfor two memorable days of meditation, prayer and special event. There is a signup sheet in the foyer where you can commit to an hour of prayer in our sanctuary, where we will hold Sacred Space all day. Then we will all join together at 5 PM for a soul centering walk through our labyrinth.

Sept 16-19 - UMMAS Fall Retreat at Lake Junaluska. Mike will conduct two workshops, one where he will form a Pop Up choir. He will teach them a couple of songs, and they will perform for the full assembly that night. The other is a very special Taize Connection experience, which will be a moving and unforgettable experience for all who attend.

Reminders

FOOD BANK - The North Georgia News has confirmed that the couple who managed the Union County Food Bank for many year has retired. In the article, they noted that many area churches are providing food. Mike Davis and our Board of Trustees are researching other food banks. They will also review the entire list of all current recipients of our tithes and donations, to ensure that our support is directed wisely and for the highest good.

PENNIES FROM HEAVEN - Your generous donations provide assistance for those occasional emergencies that sometimes befall our church family. You can put your cash contribution in a donation envelope, or write Pennies from Heaven on the memo line of your check. If you or someone you know needs help, please contact our Spiritual Leader, Mike Davis.

DOOR TO PERCEPTION - Our church needs a new door, as the current double doors are sagging and definitely past their prime. We getting ever closer to our goal, so please put your donations in the big jar in the foyer. A SECOND ANONYMOUS DONOR HAS AGREED TO MATCH UP TO $1,200 IN CONTRIBUTIONS, TO HELP US REACH THIS IMPORTANT GOAL THANKS TO OUR GENEROUS DONORS, WE'RE ALMOST THERE!

POSITIVE PATHWAYS - Please continue to help us support this worthy organization by donating office supplies, toiletries, personal hygiene products and other materials needed to continue their community outreach. Leave your donations in the hallway, and thank you in advance for your generosity.

IF YOU NEED HELP - Contact the Congregation Care Team by clicking on the link. Our team of volunteers is dedicated to helping our fellow congregants by providing services such as delivering meals during a time of recovery, or offering transportation for a local medical appointment. We CARE about our church family, and we welcome other members to join the CCT (Congregation Care Team.)

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