The Collective Power of Unity
In his book, The Universe is Calling, Eric Butterworth leads us on a “deeper dive” in the principle of affirmative prayer, especially its divine power to transform not only our own lives, but also, transform the world around us. Butterworth reminds us, "The great power of a church congregation is not in the music and sermons of the services." Nor, he continues, is it to be found in the "words exchanged in the group." Rather, in order to find this great power, Butterworth encourages us to look...
Recovering Your Spiritual Identity
In my experience with it, The Artist’s Way is like a twelve step program for creative recovery, which, to me, is the same thing as soul recovery. In other words, as I connect with my innate capacity to be creative in my life, I simultaneously connect with my soul. To say it another way, being creative connects me with my authentic, spiritual identity. For its part, The Artist’s Way is a pathway that leads to the recovery of the fragmented aspects of our own individual soul. Through the...
The Courage to Live Life Abundantly
In John 10:10, Jesus provides a powerful key to creating prosperity consciousness in our lives. In the New Revised Standard Version (NRSV), we find these words, “I came that they may have life, and have it abundantly.” Similarly, in the New International Version (NIV), the words are, “I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” Both translations afford us with deep, powerful insights into the benefits of leading a Christ-centered life. To live life abundantly is to live it...
Board Nomination Candidate Suggestions – Closed
Update as of 8/16/21: The nomination process is now closed. The Unity Church of the Hills Nominating Team would like your suggestions for candidates to fill three Board seats that will be open later this year. Some of the criteria to consider when recommending a member to the Nominating Team are that they: Be a member of UCOH and willing to make the commitment of time and energy to serve effectivelyEndeavors to live in accordance with principles of love and truth as taught by...
Reopening Update – May 20, 2021
UCOH COVID UPDATE: UCOH will be COMPLETELY OPEN by Sunday, June 6! On Sunday we meditated to this new awareness: Change is the Embodiment of the Divine. Knowing this truth, we are excited to share UCOH’s expansion plan for those who want to attend services in person. We are being mindful in creating a space of comfort and safety while implementing a transition process that is in alignment with the new CDC and City of Austin guidelines. We are aware this adjustment of being in communion with...
Board Update: Sunday, May 16, 2021
On Sunday, May 16th we held our May Virtual Board Gathering on Zoom. After an opening prayer from Rev. Sheree, Frank Phelan, Board President, provided an update on our community. Both he and Rev. Sheree speak to the Installation Ceremony and Gala that takes place on June 6th. Then, Frank finishes with a financial update. If you missed the gathering, check it out. https://youtu.be/l-8F03z-tCs
Reopening Update – May 15, 2021
Many of you are aware of the recent COVID update from the CDC regarding masks for those individuals who are vaccinated. If you haven't seen it, you can read it here. In addition to the CDC, Unity Church of the Hills also follows State and Local guidance regarding COVID protocols, including the Travis County Health Department, as well as OSHA for our employees. For this Sunday, May 16th, masks will still be required indoors. In light of the updated CDC guidelines, Rev. Sheree and the UCOH staff...
The Twelve Powers: Power
In Charles Fillmore’s seminal Unity classic, The Twelve Powers, he likens the creative faculty of “power” to the divine ideas of dominion and mastery. In Fillmore’s view, the power of power is the capacity to have dominion over one’s experience and also the potential to achieve mastery over that experience.
Board Update from April 18, 2021
UCOH Board President Frank Phelan provided a monthly update at the beginning of our Virtual Board Gathering on Sunday, April 18th. You can watch the update below: https://youtu.be/LUEzzTKpGzQ
Board Update from March 28, 2021 – New Senior Minister
At last Sunday's Palm Sunday Service, UCOH Board President, Frank Phelan shared the exciting news that an offer had been extended to, and accepted by, Rev. Sheree Taylor-Jones to become our new Senior Minister! We are so excited to welcome Rev. Sheree Taylor-Jones to our family and her first Sunday will be May 2nd. We are also blessed that Rev. Aliza Bloom Robinson has agreed to extend her tenure with us as Bridge Interim Minister until the end of April. We invite you to view the video below,...