Unity Village offers inclusive, spiritual events, workshops, retreats, and services—open to the public—throughout the year.
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September 2022
October 2022
Affirmative Prayer for the 21st Century: A Unity Prayer Ministry | October 4, 11, 18, and 25, 2022
Grief Is a Spiritual Practice: A Come Home to Unity Village Retreat | October 13–16, 2022
Nehemiah Service Week | October 16–21, 2022
The Road to Eden: A Whole Planet Spirituality Retreat | October 28–31, 2022
November 2023
World Day of Prayer 2022: Holding the High Watch
September 7–8, 2022
You’re invited to the 29th annual World Day of Prayer!
As we unite hearts and minds with people from around the globe, together we affirm: I pray with an elevated mind and open heart. Immerse yourself in prayer, music, and contemplative experiences during this online event.
Price:
You may participate in the 2022 World Day of Prayer using Zoom. Registration is free and requires only your email address.
Registration Information:
Learn more at go.unity.org/wdop.
Día de Oración Mundial de Unity 2022
7 de septiembre 2022
A medida que unimos mentes y corazones con personas de todo el mundo, este año afirmamos juntos: Oro con una mente inspirada y un corazón abierto. Haz planes para acompañarnos en Facebook durante la ceremonia de apertura el miércoles 7 de septiembre a las 7 p.m. (HC).
Presentadores:
Rev. Juan del Hierro, Ministro asociado en Unity on the Bay, Miami Florida
Rev. Ana Quintana, Ministra asociada en Unity on the Bay, Miami Florida
emPower Music Festival
September 14–18, 2022
The 17th Annual emPower Music Festival Returns to Unity Village in 2022
Experience the most awesome gathering of Posi Music artists on the planet!
- Nightly concerts
- The wildly popular pajama jam acoustic music showcases
- Workshops and keynotes
- Song circles
- Namaste Café
- Posi Awards
- Conference ensembles
- Courtyard Concert
The Totally Cool Song School
Get up close and personal coaching on songwriting, vocal technique, performance, and guitar. Seating is limited to eight participants and is an additional $50 per class.
Rickie Byars Gala Concert
Kick off your week with an up close and personal concert with Rickie Byars. This VIP gala is limited to 50 guests. Tickets are $100 and are tax-deductible. A portion of the proceeds go to benefit the Unity Archives to support the inclusion of the new music library.
Registration Information: empowerma.com/festival. Tickets on sale through August 31, 2022.
NOTE: The Unity Village Hotel and Conference Center is sold out. Please reserve a room at an area hotel and take advantage of door-to-door shuttle service.
Holiday Inn Express: 816-600-2405
Hampton Inn Lee’s Summit: 816-347-8600
Affirmative Prayer for the 21st Century: A Unity Prayer Ministry Training
October 4, 11, 18, and 25, 2022, at 7 p.m. (CT)
Learn to pray the Unity way! From the hub of Unity prayer consciousness at Unity Village, classical Unity prayer training for contemporary expression. In this introductory course, deepen your understanding of Oneness and spiritual realization that is as empowering as it is affirmative.
Course Objectives:
- Reexamine core beliefs about God and self.
- Dive deeply into the five movements (steps) of Unity affirmative prayer.
- Explore contemporary vocabulary aligned with understanding.
- Incorporate the Unity tools of denial (negation) and affirmation.
- Develop a sustainable prayer practice.
Presenters:
- Rev. Linda Martella-Whitsett, Vice President of Unity Prayer Ministry
- Rev. DeeAnn Weir Morency, Senior Minister at Unity In Marin, California
- Trayce Riley, Manager of Unity Prayer Ministry
Class Schedule:
This class will be held from 7-8:30 p.m. (CT) on the following dates:
- October 4, 2022
- October 11, 2022
- October 18, 2022
- October 25, 2022
Price: $225 per person
Registration information: Register on Eventbrite.
Grief Is a Spiritual Practice: A Come Home to Unity Village Retreat
October 13–16, 2022
Grieving a loss is an inevitable part of life. Sharing our experience within a supportive, soul-filled community can help us on our journey toward healing. Join us for a special weekend as we explore grief, healing, and the importance of nurturing your spirit during the grieving process while on the sacred grounds of Unity Village.
You will experience workshops, including:
- Knowing What Grief Is and Why It Matters with Rev. Richard Carlini
- Good Grief! The Healing Power of Storytelling with Rev. Sandra Campbell
- Accept Change, Acknowledge Loss, Allow Grief with Rev. Therese Lee, a certified Grief Recovery Method specialist
- How Writing Helps You While Grieving with author Emily Thiroux Threatt
Other activities include:
- Celebration of Life
- Music with Stephanie Bland
- Yoga
- Prayer walks
- Meditation
- Journaling
- Art with Color Your Zen and/or prayer flags
- Exploring the beauty of Unity Village
Price: $379
Price includes retreat experience and five meals. Accommodations and transportation not included.
Registration information: Sign up on Eventbrite. Tickets on sale through September 29, 2022.
Nehemiah Service Week
October 16–21, 2022
April 16–21, 2023
November 5–10, 2023
Nehemiah Service Week volunteers come together from across the country in sacred service for restoration projects around Unity Village for a week in the spring and fall. Unity provides each guest with complimentary room and board. As one of the most popular Unity retreats, it's first come, first served. Retreats typically fill up a year in advance. Apply today for your spot!
Learn more and apply: unityvillage.org/retreats-events/nehemiah
The Road to Eden: A Whole Planet Spirituality Retreat
October 28–31, 2022
We travel the Road to Eden when we seek to restore balance in ourselves and take up the mantle as sacred caretakers of all life forms. Living peacefully and thriving together is what Whole Planet Spirituality is all about. Join us for three days of inspiration, learning, renewal, and collaboration as we cocreate a world that works for all beings on the planet.
Workshops and dialogue on:
- Whole Planet Spirituality
- Healing our personal and planetary consciousness
- Practices to support ethical and compassion fatigue
- Our sacred bond with animals
- How to effectively share our stories and knowledge with our faith communities
- Making value-based lifestyle transitions
Plus, keynote speaker, food demonstration, spiritual practices, story sharing, movie night, and fabulous plant-based cuisine by PB&J Catering.
Vegans, omnivores, and vegetarians are welcome!
Registration information: thespiritualforum.org/retreat
An Abundant Life
April 27–30, 2023
If you are ready to activate more joy and prosperity in your life, make plans to join us at Unity Village for An Abundant Life Retreat.
During this weekend immersive experience, Rev. Ken Daigle will guide you in discovering practices for gratitude, identifying your values, visualizing your best life, and so much more.
The Unity Access Abundance Tool Kit, written in collaboration with Rev. Ken Daigle, will be the foundation for this event—and yes, you’ll be getting a free tool kit to help you create a more prosperous life! The tool kit includes an introduction booklet, workbook, and vision board template.
Price: $399
Price includes retreat experience and five meals. Accommodations and transportation not included.
Registration information: Sign up with Eventbrite. Tickets on sale through April 13, 2023.
