WEEKLY UPDATE June 3, 2025 | | |
Unity Principle Three ~ Human beings create their experiences by the activity of their thinking. Everything in the manifest realm has its beginning in thought.
As a child of God, I have inherent creative powers. With my thinking, I envision my success. I see with the eye of Spirit, and I behold Spirit at work in and through all. My mental pictures are filled with images of abundance, health, peace, joy, and love. I see and feel myself claiming the good that I seek. God desires only complete fulfillment for me, and I center my thoughts on the vision I hold of my greatest good.
Affirmation: Thoughts held in mind produce after their kind.
Excerpt from Five Principles of Spiritual Living, Rev. Sandra Campbell, www.unity.org
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Unity Williamsburg Spiritual Center offers a
safe and sacred place for study, participation, fellowship,
support, and transformation as we awaken to
the joy of living!
We invite you to join us in 2025!
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Unity Williamsburg Spiritual Center is a diverse, open and affirming community that embraces all people regardless of race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, creed, ethnicity, age or physical or mental ability - without intent or attempt to convert.
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Learn More about Unity...
Interested in more information about Unity? Who are we and where did we come from? Click on these links to inform and empower you! www.unity.org and www.truthunity.net. Blessings!
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Calendar of Events
Wednesday, June 4
Chair Yoga Class with Jamie Fitzwater
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. RESCHEDULED
1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Yoga Class with Jamie Fitzwater
7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, June 7
Private Event
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Sunday, June 8
Duncan and Ingrid McGuckin-Hamra, Guest Speakers
10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Wednesday, June 4
Chair Yoga Class with Jamie Fitzwater
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Yoga Class with Jamie Fitzwater
7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Sunday, June 15 - Father's Day
Brian Lottman, Guest Speaker
10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Wednesday, June 18
Chair Yoga Class with Jamie Fitzwater
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Yoga Class with Jamie Fitzwater
7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, June 21
Summer Solstice Drumming Celebration
with Canda Lambert and Rev. Denise Creech
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Sunday, June 22
Rev. Paula & Rev. Richard Mekdeci
10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Board Meeting
12:30 - 2:00 p.m.
Wednesday, June 25
Chair Yoga Class with Jamie Fitzwater
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Yoga Class with Jamie Fitzwater
7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, June 28
Healing Sound Bath with Canda Lambert
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Mother Mary Individual Sessions with Carylanne Steinberg
12:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Sunday, June 29
Carylanne Steinberg, Guest Speaker
10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
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It's story time! This Sunday Ingrid and Duncan Hamra will bring multiples copies of the "The Birthday of the World," a children's story about finding light in everyone and everything by Rachel Namoi Remen. Duncan shares, "We'll read together in small groups for 5-10-minutes and then discuss. Our two goals are to 1) share this lovely story and 2) create an opportunity to learn about each other in conversation."
"We're Ingrid and Duncan Hamra, and this is our last session before we have a baby this July! We're excited to spend Sunday with our friends in community."
Platform Assistant: Teo Feliciano
Chaplain: Susan Cardozo
Greeters: Richard & Margie Tate
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Unity Williamsburg Spiritual Center graciously accepts love offerings during Sunday Services and special events, online through paypal.me/UnityWilliamsburg, Zeffy, and by check, mailed to 624 Queens Creek Rd, Williamsburg, VA 23185.
How to donate with Zeffy. Video tutorial here
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Sunday’s service invited us into an inspiring exploration of the power of dreams—not just the ones we have while we sleep, but also those inner callings and symbols that guide us toward healing, purpose, and spiritual growth. It was a time filled with insight and reflection.
Following the service, we were blessed to host the Dream Workshop that was both well-attended and deeply meaningful. Participants tapped into their creativity and intuition, exploring the symbolism of their dreams through the art of mandala creation. The energy in Fellowship Hall was joyful, curious, and centered—each person walking away with a piece of personal insight reflected in color and form (and sparkles!). Thank you to all who participated and helped create such a nurturing, sacred space for sharing and self-discovery.
If you're looking for another beautiful way to connect with your body, mind, and spirit this week, I personally recommend attending our new Chair Yoga class with Jamie Fitzwater. I went to the first session last week and left feeling so relaxed, grounded, and restored—it truly felt like a mini-vacation in the middle of the week. Whether you're experienced with yoga or brand new, this class is accessible, gentle, and heart-centered.
Looking ahead, we have an exciting month of speakers, workshops, and community gatherings lined up. Be sure to mark your calendars and invite your friends and family to join us. The energy of summer is rising, and we’ll be celebrating that light with another special Celtic Summer Solstice service later this month, along with other opportunities for spiritual inspiration and exploration.
As always, I am so grateful for the many ways this community shows up—with open hearts, willing hands, and a shared intention to grow, heal, and uplift. Unity Williamsburg is truly a place where love lives and Spirit moves.
With love and gratitude,
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Amy Shao, President
Jane Siegel, Vice President
Lynda Birckhead, Secretary
Johan Wagner, Treasurer
Jude Eastman, Member at Large
Teo Feliciano, Member at Large
(*To email a board member, click on their name above.)
Next Board Meeting will be June 22.
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Ray Whipple - Soaring in Faith and Adventure
This week, we celebrate a truly remarkable member of the UWSC family—Ray Whipple. Since his first jump in 1963, Ray has taken to the skies more than 1,800 times, making him not only a seasoned skydiver but a living example of living life to the fullest. His latest jump was right before Mother's Day. Ray says he has been blessed with good health and he gives thanks for it every day.
With every leap, Ray reminds us of what it means to trust completely. His courage, joy, and unwavering faith inspire us all to step boldly into life’s adventures, both great and small.
We’re thankful for Ray’s vibrant spirit and his incredible journey through the clouds. May we all be inspired to take our own leaps of faith!
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Let's Lift Up Lin!
Our longtime member and beloved seasonal decorator, Lin Pearson, has recently been moved to Williamsburg Post Acute and Rehabilitation to continue her recovery after a prolonged illness.
We’d love to shower Lin with another wave of cards and notes filled with encouragement and well wishes to lift her spirits during this healing time.
Please join us in sending your kind words to:
Williamsburg Post Acute and Rehabilitation
Attn: Lin Pearson
1235 S. Mount Vernon Ave
Williamsburg, VA 23185
(757) 229-4121
Lin doesn’t have family nearby, so calls and visits are also warmly welcomed. Let’s surround her with the love and care that defines our UWSC community.
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Brian Lottman Returns to UWSC
We’re delighted to welcome back Brian Lottman, the wandering monk who inspired many during his visit to UWSC last year.
For those unfamiliar with his story, in 2012 Brian left behind a successful business career and a comfortable home to follow a spiritual calling. Now known as the “American Sadhu,” he travels across the U.S. and Canada offering talks and kirtan-style chanting at churches, yoga studios, meditation groups, schools, and healing centers. His mission is to help others reconnect with their Essential Nature—the divine truth within each of us.
Brian will be in the Williamsburg area from Thursday, June 12 to Tuesday, June 17, offering another powerful talk and workshop during his stay.
As part of his simple monastic lifestyle, Brian requests only modest accommodations. If you are willing and able to host Brian for a night or more during his visit, please contact Amy Shao.
Let’s once again open our hearts—and perhaps our homes—to support this sacred journey.
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Thank you for being part of our spiritual community at Unity Williamsburg Spiritual Center! If you’ve had a positive experience us, would you consider leaving a Google review? It would mean a lot to us and help others discover our center. Thank you so much!
How to write a Google review - Video tutorial here
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Please visit our new Facebook home here or search @unitywilliamsburgspiritualcenter. We will be posting the Daily Word, affirmations, meditations, inspirational music and sermon spotlights daily. We will also post information about upcoming services and special events.
Our Sunday Services will be broadcast via Facebook Live every Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Please "Like" the posts and share content from the page to improve our online visibility. If you have suggestions from content, please contact Amy Shao or Jude Eastman.
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