Date: Thursday, March 8th 2012
Time: 6:30 - 9:00
Cost: $15 for congregants, sign up at the door

Phil Mueller of CPR Resources will be teaching more CPR classes on January 19, February 16, and March 8, 2012. A recent participant had the following to say about her experience: “Over the years I have taken numerous classes and refresher courses on CPR…this one stands out as exceptional. I left last night with confidence that I could actually perform CPR if ever I had the need to…and that’s a first for me.”  Upon completion of a class, you receive certification cards for CPR and First Aid, valid for two years. Sign up at the door for the discount.

Date: Mondays January 9 - TBD
Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Cost: $40/person or $75/couple for 4 classes per month

Want a really fun and entertaining way to exercise and lose weight? Join the Adult Dance classes offered on Monday evenings from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Class is limited to 10 men and 10 women maximum. West Coast Swing classes start January 9, and then Tango into February.

Date: Mondays and Wednesdays January 9 - April 16
Time: 4:30pm to 6:00pm
Cost: Monthly rate: $45 for 1 class/week and $80 for 2 classes/week

Youth, ages 12-18 years, can register for dance instruction. The classes start at 4:30 p.m. and end at 6:00 p.m. each Monday, beginning the week of January 9, 2012. Monday classes focus on ballroom techniques; Wednesday classes focus on Latin dances. Semester discounts are as follows: The one-class-per-week option is $150 per semester; two classes per week are at a discounted rate of $250. The session runs through April 18, with an optional performance on May 4. Stewart Yaros, of Dance International, is the dance instructor. Contact info@dancein.org for info.

Date: January 10 - April 26
Time: 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Cost: $45 per month for one day/week or $80 per month for two days/week
         $150 per semester for one day/week or $250 per semester for two days/week

Youth ages 9-11 years can register for dance instruction that includes both ballroom and Latin dances. The classes start at 3:30 p.m. and end at 4:30 p.m. each Tuesday and Thursday, beginning on January 10, 2012. Monthly rates are either $45 for one class per week per month or $80 for two sessions per week. The session runs through April 26, with an optional performance on May 4. Sasha Kurashko is the dance instructor. Visit http://dancein.org/youth_classes.php or email info@dancein.org for more details.  Partial and full scholarships are available upon request and need basis.  Some work scholarships are also available.  A class may be audited for free or a single class may be attended for a fee of $20.

Date: January 13 through March 9  Fridays
Time: 9:30am to 10:15am or 10:30am to 11:15am
Cost: First child $225; second sibling, $135; and third sibling, $90 plus $15 processing or $5 for returning students

Music Together® is an internationally recognized early childhood music and movement program for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and kindergarteners and the adults who love them. The classes are based on the recognition that all children are musical and can learn to sing in tune and keep a beat, provided that their early environment supports such learning. The program and materials are designed to support parents, grandparents, or caregivers to enhance the child's musical development. The tuition includes a beautifully illustrated songbook and 2 CD's (one for home, one for travel)and a Parent Education Night and Family Fun Night.

Heartsong offers these mixed-age music classes at Unity Oaks on Friday mornings at 10:30 a.m. The 9-week Winter Session starts January 13, 2012, and goes through March 9. The tuition for the first child is $225; second, $135; and third sibling, $90. Plus, a $15 processing fee for new families is assessed; returning family’s fee, $5. To register, visit www.HeartsongMusic.net or call (512) 371-9506.

Date: January 14 through March 24 ( Skip March 17th)
Time: 9:30am - 10:30am
Cost: $10 Suggested Love Offering Per Session

Join Sherry Z. Fini, trained by Master Li Jun Feng, any time during this 10-week series, which begins Saturday January 14. The cost of this type of training is estimated at $180, but at UCOH it is provided on a $10 Suggested Love Offering basis per session. This practice purifies the meridians and helps in developing healthier muscles. Also, as the “qi” flows in the body, opening the heart and releasing the compassion and grace that is our true nature.

Date: February 4
Time: 9:30am to 5:30pm
Cost: $126 / Repeat Student $63

EFT is a simple, yet revolutionary procedure that involves tapping on acupuncture points in order to relieve negative emotions and the physical symptoms they cause. It is effective for a broad range of issues such as physical and emotional pain, anxiety, weight loss and eating issues, phobias, trauma, allergies, addictions and depression, but it can also be used to improve relationships, enhance performance, and increase abundance. This class presents the fundamental concepts that are essential for making the most of EFT and is a prerequisite for Level 2 Training. AAMET Certified Advanced Practitioner and Trainer Kay Christopher, LPT, has been practicing and teaching EFT since 2006.

Date: February 4
Time: 10:00am to 2:00pm
Cost: $65

Through these Egyptian Alchemy techniques you will experience the high heart consciousness activation and acceleration process as you open to the Divine Knowing and love vibration only found in a higher conscious connection. Alchemy is a mystical science that seeks to penetrate the most intimate secrets of nature, in order to perfect both humankind and matter. In the workshop, Paul Hubbert, Ph.D., facilitates the bringing in of the vibrational rays, which activate and align the pineal/intuitive sense, the Heart, and the creative centers. They are each empowered with the amplified sacred pyramid resonance and vibration. Experience a higher conscious connection with your higher self and guides, and a greater knowing of unconditional love, compassion and peace in daily life. Move to a new level of enlightenment through conscious expanded awareness. Have a better understanding of your purpose in life in this day and time, and why you are here. Open up your abilities for accelerated self-healing. Must preregister, contact Paul @ 512-891-7887 or at Info@holographicsound.com.

Date: February 9 or March 8 or April 12
Time: 7:00pm to 8:00pm
Cost: $10 Suggested Love Offering

Join Myrna Kuenning in this workshop and learn basic Kriya Yoga meditation. Ordained in 1977 by Roy Eugene Davis, a direct disciple of Paramahansa Yogananda, Myrna will show you how to develop a daily meditation practice to reduce stress, achieve greater mental clarity, and increase your daily experience of joy. As the Master Guru, Yogananda said: "Invite Christ daily to the alter of your heart." More sessions are scheduled for March 8th and April 12th. Return students welcome.

Date: February 11, 2012
Time: 6pm - 10pm
Cost: $20 per child (Infants 6mo to children 10 years old)

Parents, make plans now to celebrate Valentine’s Day with your sweetie on Saturday, February 11.  Our childcare staff will lovingly care for your children while you enjoy a night out with your loved one. We'll enjoy crafts, games, stories, songs and a movie.

For Babies: Please bring a diaper bag with diapers, change of clothes, baby food, bottles, etc.

Date: February 11, 2012
Time: 10:00am - 4:30pm
Cost: Regular Registration: $124 Dec. 16 thru Jan 15
         Late Registration: $149 after Jan 16

Use the code UNITY to receive a $25 discount on the purchase of your ticket!

Join Marci for this full-day workshop, where she will combine the best teachings of both books, Happy for No Reason and Love for No Reason! Marci will provide you a simple and powerful program for living in a profound state of Love and Happiness… thekind of Love and Happiness that comes from deep within, and doesn’t depend on another person, situation, or romantic partner. You can feel like you’re in love EVERY DAY of your life! There’s no greater need in our world and in our personal lives today than for pure unconditional LOVE.  Marci offers a breakthrough approach to experiencing greater happiness and love, one that doesn’t depend on achievements, goals, money, relationships, or anything else "out there."

Date: February 18, 2012
Time: 9:00am - 1:00pm
Cost: $45.00

What is your true nature? This gathering is a heart-opening awakening experience of the Divine through movement and meditation.  People of all ages can have direct contact with universal energies. Come enjoy  a physical Bodhi blooming time to awaken in personal, spiritual, and communal ways. Learn more about Ingrid Oliphant, facilitator, at www.uncommontouch.info. Bring a yoga mat, and dress in layers.

Date: February 20 through February 24
Time: 9:30am -11:20am
Cost: $60.00 before 2/13 $75 after 2/13 Credit $36

Course Description: (Elective)
What most people want in their life is compassion, a flow between them and others based on a mutual giving from the heart; yet, without wanting to, even people with the best of intentions generate needless conflict. If you want to be a “Peace Maker”, you will enjoy this class based on Dr. Marshall B. Rosenberg’s book, Nonviolent Communication, a Language of Life.

About the Instructor: Linda Holmes, LUT
Linda became a Licensed Unity Teacher in May 2010. She directs the Adult Sunday School class called The Quest which meets each Sunday between services. Linda is a certified Be Peace facilitator. She spent 11 days with Marshall Rosenberg author of the book this class is based upon. She loves centering prayer and is a proud grandma.

Required Text:
Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life
By Marshall B. Rosenberg

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Date: February 20 through February 24
Time: 9:30am - 11:20am
Cost: $60.00 before 2/13 $75 after 2/13 Credit $36

Course Description: (Required)
Explore how Jesus taught, prayed and healed as well as the great com-mission. Learn the distinctions between Jesus, Christ, Jesus Christ and Christ Jesus and why this is important to you and your life. The primary resource is the Bible focusing on the three synoptic gospels - Matthew, Mark, and Luke-and the first part of Acts.

About the Instructor: Mark Hicks, LUT
Mark Hicks is Licensed Unity Teacher and the founder of TruthUnity.net, an online resource for those studying Unity history, practices and principles. In 2011 he launched the Unity Church of Georgetown and was its Spiritual Leader for its first seven months. He now teaches a Unity class each Sunday morning in Round Rock.

Required Text:
The Bible, New Revised Standard Version is recommended.

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Date: February 20 through February 24
Time: 1:30pm - 3:20pm
Cost: $60.00 before 2/13 $75 after 2/13 Credit $36

Course Description: (Required)
During this course you will explore some of the fundamental Principles of Spiritual Law and how they can be applied to your life for greater love, health, and prosperity. You will be encouraged to awaken your awareness and understanding of spiritual Truth. Through the consistent use of these practical prin-ciples, you will realize more of your Spiritual Potential and find that your life is transformed!

About the Instructor: Donna Loflin, LUT
Donna Loflin, Licensed Unity Teacher, serves as Assistant to the Minister at Unity Church of the Hills. She was accepted into the Unity Ministerial Program and will be a Licensed Unity Minister in March of this year.

Required Texts:
Heart-centered Metaphysics, by Paul Hasselbeck
Talks on Truth, by Charles Fillmore

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Date: February 20 through February 24
Time: 3:30pm - 5:20pm
Cost: $60.00 before 2/13 $75 after 2/13 Credit $36

Course Description: (Required)
Imagine being able to live life more fully, more consciously and more masterfully. You can learn how to do that by deepening your understanding of your twelve innate abilities or powers as identified by Charles Fillmore. In this practical course, we will use the books, "The Twelve Powers:, by Charles and Cora Fillmore and "Power UP" by Paul Hasselbeck and Cher Holton.

About the Instructors: Polly Leonard, LUT and Linda Hurstad, LUT
Polly Leonard is a Licensed Unity Teacher and a member of Unity Church of the Hills. She serves on the Prayer Chaplain and Med-week Service teams. She also enjoys singing the choirs and volunteering in the Visions Bookstore.
Linda Hurstad, Licensed Unity Teacher, will be co-facilitating. Linda is an active member of Unity Church of the Hills and a retired professor of music with over 30 years of teaching experience.

Required Texts:
The Twelve Powers by Charles Fillmore and Cora Fillmore,
Chapters 24 and 25 from the Metaphysics Textbook

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Date: February 20 through February 24
Time: 7:00pm - 8:50pm
Cost: $60.00 before 2/13 $75 after 2/13 Credit $36

Course Description: (Required)
We will use Unity's brilliant tools to metaphysically interpret various Old Testament stories. The stories and meaning will COME ALIVE in you. The best part? In addition to learning Charles Fillmore's ideas on what passages and stories mean, we'll have the freedom and methods to explore YOUR interpretation of their meaning.

About the Instructor: John Connor, LUT
John Connor, LUT, first studied symbolic and metaphysical bible interpretation 30 years ago. His experience in Unity for the last 10 years has deepened his interpretive knowledge. Join his class on a wonderful adventure at the intersection of spirituality and psychology.

Required Texts:
The Bible (The New Revised Standard Version is recommended)
Metaphysical Bible Dictionary, Unity
Revealing Word, Charles Fillmore, Unity
We recommend a journal be used to record thoughts and feelings during this course.

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Date: February 21, 2012
Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Cost: $20

Meditation is a systematic practice of calming yourself in body and mind, leading to greater self-awareness. Meditation is the liberation of the mind from disturbing and distracting thoughts and feelings. Learn to Meditate is a 1 time class. Dan Stasiak will go through the steps of “Superconscious Meditation” from the Institute of the Himalayan Tradition. By the end of the class, you will be able to go through these steps at home and practice on your own. Wear comfortable clothing.

Date: Thursdays February 23 (Introduction) March 1 through April 12
Time: 7:00pm to 8:30pm Introduction  Class 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Cost: Introduction is Free /  Class is $149

You are lovingly invited to attend the free Introductory Session, on February 23 at 7:00, presented by Rev. Dr. Rainbow Johnson, Certified Calling in “The One” coach. She will introduce a proven step-by-step program that can actually help you transform yourself into a magnet for love in just 7 weeks, so that you can finally attract A TRUE Soulmate with whom to share your life, your heart, and your Home. Give up wishing for love. Instead make the commitment to evolve beyond past patterns and cause love to happen in your life. Reclaim your power to create the relationship you desire and deserve to have. Become the partner you yearn to attract, a life partner who is your best friend, cheerleader, spiritual partner, lover and husband or wife, someone who is your equal in every way, someone who is as committed to their own growth and fulfillment as you are, someone who is not afraid to love you fully. A proven Step-By-Step Program is part of the plan. We call in THE One.

Date: Saturday, February 25
Time: 9:30am to 5:30pm
Cost:$140

Sifu Fong Ha is well known for his power, graciousness, and cosmopolitan charm. With humor and insight, he encourages students to be true to themselves, to recognize their inner strengths, to develop at their own pace, and actualize their potentials. In this seminar you will learn the fundamentals of tai chi practice, as well as, standing meditation, and qigong. Learn practices you can use for the rest of your life. Break through old habits and programmed patterns of behavior, and gain profound inner peace and power. To reveal the innate perfection of your body, mind and spirit.

Date: February 25
Time: 9:30am to 1:00pm
Cost: $45 in advance / $50 at the door

On Saturday, February 25, at 9:30 a.m., Claudia Helt, MS, LPC, will present a heartfelt discussion purposefully and intentionally designed to inspire HOPE!

Do you personally live your life from a consistently optimistic and hope-filled perspective? Would you like to? For those of you who find this an intriguing and hopeful possibility, you are invited to join with others of like-mind and heart to explore opportunities that enable us to create, maintain, and sustain hopeful intentions. We will also examine life obstacles, issues, traditions, and habits that interrupt our hopeful intentions. By gaining greater understanding of these personal hurdles, as we also learn more about our ability to manage our circumstances, we recognize our potential for changing these personal challenges into life altering possibilities. Everyone is invited, including mental health professionals seeking CEU’s and information that is beneficial to self and clients. See www.centerforpeacefultransitions.com for more information.

Date: Mondays February 27 through May 28
Time: 7:15pm to 8:45pm
Cost: Love Offering

Calling all ACIM students! Starting February 27, "Living A Course In Miracles: Going Deeper" takes its journey into the heart and soul of the Course’s teachings. Designed by Jennifer Feiereisel, a committed Course student, this class presents the major teachings, such as miracle making and the Holy Instant. Jennifer also shares her appreciation and understanding of the Course by bringing its teachings into focus subjects, thus bringing about the clarity and relevance of the Course into everyday living and experience. This series ends on May 28. Living the Course is truly a new way of seeing the world differently, thus experiencing the world anew. No matter where you are in your "Miracle" journey, all are welcome.

Date: March 3
Time: 9:30am to 5:30pm
Cost: $126 / Repeat Student $63

EFT is a simple, yet revolutionary procedure that involves tapping on acupuncture points in order to relieve negative emotions and the physical symptoms they cause. It is effective for a broad range of issues such as physical and emotional pain, anxiety, weight loss and eating issues, phobias, trauma, allergies, addictions and depression, but it can also be used to improve relationships, enhance performance, and increase abundance. This class presents the fundamental concepts that are essential for making the most of EFT and is a prerequisite for Level 2 Training. AAMET Certified Advanced Practitioner and Trainer Kay Christopher, LPT, has been practicing and teaching EFT since 2006.

Date: March 8 through May 31
Time: 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Cost: $93

We will be hosting the renowned 13-week course, “Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University beginning in March. The class will be on Thursday evenings, March 8 through May 31. There will be four preview sessions where you can learn more about this life-changing program – 10:45 a.m. and 12:45 p.m. on Sunday, February 19 and February 26. Make plans to attend one of these sessions.

What is Financial Peace University?

FPU is the most important step to changing your financial future. It is your Total Money Makeover Program. It takes spiritual principles and turns them into real action in our lives through a step-by-step process taught by best-selling author and financial counselor Dave Ramsey. FPU is a 13-week life-changing program that empowers and teaches you how to make the right money decisions to achieve your financial goals and the highest and best for your life. The course includes practical lessons on eliminating debt, building wealth, giving like never before, and much, much more!

It's for EVERYONE!...from the financially secure to the financially distressed. Well over a million families and individuals have attended Financial Peace University. On average, FPU graduates have paid off over $5300 in debt and saved $2700 during the 91-day program!

In this life-changing program you will learn:

1. Step-by-Step Cash Flow Planning
2. Debt Snowball Plan Technique to Eliminating Debt
3. How to Invest Wisely

Date: Thursdays, March 8 through April 26
Time: 7:00pm to 8:30pm
Cost: $180 (includes series and CEU Certificate) or $15.00 suggested love offering per session

Starting Thursday, March 8, for eight consecutive weeks, Claudia Helt, MS, LPC, will facilitate group discussions and experiential exercises that will enable participants to create, maintain, and sustain an optimistic and hopeful state of wellness. Participants will examine life obstacles, issues, traditions, and habits that interrupt hopeful intentions. By gaining greater understanding of personal hurdles, one can learn more to manage circumstances, to recognize potential, and to change challenges into life altering possibilities. Participants are encouraged to attend a “A Time For Hope” lecture, but it is not required. See www.centerforpeacefultransitions.com for more info. The recently released book, “Messages From Within: A Time for Hope,” will be available ($22.00) at the gatherings. Twelve hours of CEUs are available for LPCs and social workers.

Date: March 10
Time: 9:00am to 4:30pm
Cost: Pre-registration $88 / At the Door $98

Awaken the Power of Love, presented by Sara Pencil Blumenfeld, host of Awakening in Austin Blogtalk Radio show.  Join her and four other gifted presenters for this all-day highly experiential retreat. You will learn a process from each presenter to assist you to be empowered and transformed by bringing the fullness of love in your life. There will be multiple chances to win free one-on-one mini-sessions with the speakers and purchase relevant products. The presenters and their topics are: Sara Pencil Blumenfeld on Soul Love, Stacie Codino on Angel Love, Kate Bares-Johnson on Relationship Love, Carol Creel on Forgiveness Love, and Lynn Scheurell on Business Love.

Date: Tuesday, March 20
Time: 7:00pm to 8:30pm
Cost: Love Offering

On Tuesday, March 20, at 7 p.m., local landscape designer, Liz Klein will offer guidelines on what you need
to know before you consider removing some or all of your lawn. 90 % of the landscape inquiries in 2011 were from homeowners wanting to lower their water bill by reducing lawn area during the drought. Converting sod to xeriscape (low water use plants)
can be a worthy alternative to grass; however, it’s not without unrecognized challenges. Know what to expect when going into
a xeriscape project, including maintenance over the long haul. Topics include:
1) Analysis of the amount of direct sun you have in your yard
2) How to effectively xeriscape whether you have full sun or deep shade
3) How to choose plant varieties using the Austin Gro Green “Native and Adapted Plant Handbook”
4) Initial cost to convert lawn to xeriscape
5) Dealing with homeowner’s associations’ requirements

Date: Beginning Friday April 20 - 22
Time: Leaving UCOH Friday afternoon
Cost: $195 Fri, Sat, Sunday; Day Pass for Saturday only $65

The 2012 Men’s Renewal will focus on specific chapters from The Quest a journey of Spiritual Rediscovery by Richard Jafolla. Among the focus chapters are: Prayer, Inner Change, Moving in Action, Relationships and Spirit. Each presentation is designed to promote valuable interactions with Spirit and other men. Our intention is to draw 100 men to Summers Mill in Belton, Texas on April 20—22 from all the neighboring Unity Churches.

The 2012 Renewal will focus on five chapters from The Quest. It is our goal to invite each attendee an opportunity to begin his Spiritual Quest by pursuing a small group from these presentations. The 2012 Renewal creates an environment to experience that you are not alone in your Spiritual Journey.

Two overnight stays at a relaxed executive conference center a $200 value. Five deliciously catered meals(weekend) three (day pass) a $100 or $60 value. Organized group or individual sports activities and trails the value of a day pass at a gym if one could be found. The freedom to get away customize your weekend and discuss interesting topics with men on the same page ...priceless.

AGENDA
Friday afternoon silent retreat and Friday evening Icebreaker, Saturday 5 group discussions each covering specific areas from The Quest and small group discussion within each presentation. Facilitated hikes, mediations and group activities. Free time opportunities to connect and discuss various viewpoints and topics with other men.

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Date: May 2 - 5
Time: 9:30am to 5:30pm
Cost: $697 ($200)

An Introduction to ThetaHealing™ is offered after Services on Sunday, March 25, 1:30 p.m. - Free

Learn simple powerful healing techniques to clear sabotaging subconscious beliefs and negative emotions using a theta brainwave.  Instructor, Kathleen Fors has added a fourth day to ensure students are well trained in digging for core limiting beliefs using a protocol she developed to simplify the process. The classes are 70% hands-on practice with plenty of personal clearings for students. Books and manuals provided.  For more information go to: www.successthrubeliefs.com. 

Date: May 7 - 9
Time: 9:30am to 5:30pm
Cost: $497 ($200)

An Introduction to ThetaHealing™ is offered after Services on Sunday, March 25, 1:30 p.m. - Free

Learn simple powerful healing techniques to clear sabotaging subconscious beliefs and negative emotions using a theta brainwave.  Instructor, Kathleen Fors has added a fourth day to ensure students are well trained in digging for core limiting beliefs using a protocol she developed to simplify the process. The classes are 70% hands-on practice with plenty of personal clearings for students. Books and manuals provided.  For more information go to: www.successthrubeliefs.com.