Upcoming Speakers
‘How Do We Deal with Our Errors?’, with Tana McElhinney & Rev. Bill Breeden
Tana and Bill will discuss how our programming impacts how we live in the world. Bill will share stories of two death row inmates and how they have dealt with their errors, as well as share his insights into what we might learn from them. Rev. Bill Breeden has years of experience ministering to the incarcerated and marginalized.
'The Joy of Chaos', with Rev. Stephanie Seigh
Rev. Stephanie Moyer Seigh, ACE, PCC, is a twice-ordained Minister (Unity and Interfaith) and a Professional Certified Coach. Before coming to Unity of Palmyra, she served several Unity and Interfaith communities, in Gettysburg, Harrisburg, and Allentown, PA; New York City, NY; and Atlanta, Georgia.
Rev. Stephanie was the national Director of Peacemaking and Transitional Services for Unity Worldwide Ministries. She was an adjunct faculty member at One Spirit Interfaith Seminary in New York City, and a mentor coach for The Academy for Coaching Excellence. She specializes in personal, organizational, and leadership coaching and consulting, and teaching classes and workshops on a variety of life-affirming topics.
Rev. Stephanie lives in Londonderry Township with her husband, Ken, and enjoys making her home beautiful, gardening, hosting friends and family, and spending time with her amazing granddaughters. She loves all things Star Trek and Star Wars and believes in the future Gene Roddenberry predicted decades ago: “Star Trek was an attempt to say that humanity will reach maturity and wisdom on the day that it begins to not just tolerate, but take a special delight in differences in ideas and differences in lifeforms.”
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Rev. Katherine Breau [weekend workshop/service/FUN]
Our commUnity has decided to bring some of our minister candidates to Bloomington in person during the month of June, to provide a full Sunday service, teach a workshop/class and meet-and-greet our commUnity members, so that we can make a decision as to who to hire as our new minister.
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Rev. Minnassa Gabon [weekend workshop/service/FUN]
Our commUnity has decided to bring some of our minister candidates to Bloomington in person during the month of June, to provide a full Sunday service, teach a workshop/class and meet-and-greet our commUnity members, so that we can make a decision as to who to hire as our new minister.
‘Joyful Palms: Embracing Holy Week’, with Rev. Robin Volker, via Zoom
On this Sunday, we embark on an eight-day journey reflecting on the final week of Jesus' earthly ministry.
This week, Reverend Robin invites us to release any preconceived notions or misunderstandings from past teachings. Together, we will listen with open hearts and open minds to receive a message that resonates with fresh and authentic significance for our lives today.
‘Win With Wisdom’, with Rev. Robin Volker, via Zoom
Wisdom is one of the foundational powers of God as taught by Charles Fillmore, co-founder of Unity.
Do you believe you are anointed with the power of wisdom in your life? What are the steps we can use to climb the ladder to higher spiritual wisdom? Join Reverend Robin Volker on March 17, 2024, for this inspiring message full of practical insight and transformative ideas.
‘Unity’s M&Ms: Metaphysical Bible Interpretation and Metaphysics’ with Rev. Paul Hasselbeck, via Zoom
People have commented on how Paul makes the [Unity] teachings more understandable and practical in daily life.
Our leading Metaphysics authority, Paul has had a major role in bringing Unity’s Metaphysics into the 21st century.
With a genuine passion for clarity and precision, Paul guides his students to awaken awareness and deepen understanding.
You can learn more about Rev. Hasselbeck on his website: www.paulhasselbeck.com
'The Divine Makes All Things Possible', with Rev. Karen Williams
If you’d like to make a huge leap in your spiritual practice, this is the talk for you! We have been given a tremendous gift from the Divine to tap into our higher Self to help us remember who and what we really are. Yet, we must be willing to choose that higher Self (Spirit) within us to feel that loving connection over everything else. When we remember our true identity and choose the part of our minds that knows only love, rather than fear, we find our channel back to God and a peaceful life regardless of the challenges in our lives. “Nothing is too big or hard or confusing for me to handle today if I seek the Holy Spirit’s help,” said Karen Casey. This is because the constant voice we carry within our minds, given to us by God in every moment, is teaching, guiding and even adjusting our consciousness. Matthew 19:26 NIV: “Jesus looked at them and said, ‘With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.’
Stick around for the ‘Course in Miracles’ workshop afterwards!
'Turning Our Attention to Home', with Rev. Karen Williams
with ‘A Course in Miracles’ Workshop afterwards
'Turning Our Attention to Home' focuses on our spiritual journey from childhood to our entrance into eternity, our final home or Heaven. Rev. Williams will help us understand what it takes to be home in peace, love, and joy in our everyday lives.
Heaven on Earth is an enjoyable concept and a very pleasant state of mind to live in. Jesus taught his followers to pray, “Thy kingdom come on Earth as in Heaven.” The church took this teaching to make Heaven as a place you go to after your Earthly life, yet Jesus taught that our divine, loving attention on Earth makes this world more like Heaven. It is an everyday consciousness.
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Reverend Karen Williams is an ordained minister and has been an educator, nonprofit director, human services supervisor, and retired as a manager with the City of Phoenix. She enjoys birdwatching, traveling the world, reading, learning all things in spiritual growth and is an avid student of A Course in Miracles. She lives in Ellettsville, Indiana with her wife, Wendy and two cats, Elfo and Rojo. They are very much a part of her Heaven on Earth.
'A Recipe for Community', with Rev. David LeBeau (via Zoom)
Ordained Unity Minister
(Rev. David LeBeau will be joining us via Zoom from his home in California. You will see him projected on the stage screen if you attend in person!)
The benefits of a Spiritual Community are real and unique. More than a book club or a civic organization, such a Community can lift us up and change the course of our lives. However, it can only do so if it is healthy, with an equal emphasis on both Spirituality and Community. Explore with Rev. David LeBeau the dynamics of living in Unity.
In addition to the morning talk, Rev. LeBeau will lead a workshop titled Putting the Five Unity Principles to Work for Us. We will take the time to get behind the words to the real meaning. We’ll explore the notions of “being one with God,” “creating our own reality,” and “using prayer effectively.” January is a good time to look at how we are using the tools available and whether we are really moving forward or just going in circles.
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In 1989, Reverend David LeBeau completed the Ministerial Education Program at the Unity School of Christianity and served as a minister at Unity of Bloomington for 20 years between 1989 and 2012. In addition to teaching Stress Reduction Through Meditation at the IU School of Public Health and leading Senior Yoga practice for many years, he has attended Buddhist retreats, sangha meetings and read widely on the topic of human spirituality. He and his wife Natalie live in Richmond California near their two sons, Robert and Richard, daughter-in-law Jennifer and grandson, Oliver.
'The First Sunday of Advent - the Candle of Hope', Rev. Karen Williams
Is our Hope with attachment or intention?
During the first week of Advent we light the Prophet’s Candle, which symbolizes Hope. The prophets had told people about the Messiah’s coming for a long time. Since Israel was controlled by the Roman Empire when Jesus was born, many people expected the Messiah to be a political savior. Jesus was not the Messiah that many hoped for or expected. Their hope was tied to their expectations. The deepest spiritual teaching for all of us is that the more able we are to release attachments, the less chance there will be of suffering disappointment.
Rev. Karen’s message is about Hope that lets go of attached expectations, so that our divine intention can be fulfilled.
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Rev. Karen Williams was ordained with The Salvation Army and served as a pastor and educator in the Midwest for many years. After working with the Field Museum in Chicago, she moved to the West. In 2015, she retired as a deputy director of Parks and Recreation with the City of Phoenix. Her spiritual practice includes studying the Bible and A Course in Miracles in an effective, transformative way daily. Karen and her wife, Wendy Wonderley, now reside in Ellettsville. They enjoy bird-watching and traveling.
'Homecoming', with Rev. Greg Coles
Regional Ministry Consultant, Unity Great Lakes Region
More Info Soon!
'The Paradox of the Historical Jesus and Today’s Christian Nationalist Movement', Rev. Karen Williams
Spiritual Teachings without Religious Indoctrination
The teachings of Jesus belong to ALL religions, as well as applying to anyone on the path to personal awakening, outside the context of religion. Jesus delivered a pure healing message of love and peace. His message was to celebrate the Divine in each of us. The historical Jesus loved deeply and proclaimed, “I came that they may have life, and have it abundantly.” (John 10:10)
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Rev. Karen Williams was ordained with The Salvation Army and served as a pastor and educator in the Midwest for many years. After working with the Field Museum in Chicago, she moved to the West. In 2015, she retired as a deputy director of Parks and Recreation with the City of Phoenix. Her spiritual practice includes studying the Bible and A Course in Miracles in an effective, transformative way daily. Karen and her wife, Wendy Wonderley, now reside in Ellettsville. They enjoy bird-watching and traveling.
'The Land of "I Don't Know"', with Rev. Ron Fritts
BA in Religion / Ordained Unity Minister
Whatever itDo you have questions about God, Christ, the Afterlife, the Bible? Have you questioned the answers you received or arrived at? The good news is that while you may not have all the answers, the mystery and joy can both be found by living in the question. is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
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Rev. Ronald L. Fritts was ordained through the Field Licensing Program, while serving as the minister at Unity of Quincy, in Quincy, IL. His introduction to Unity was when he served as director of music for Unity Temple on the Plaza in Kansas City. Upon retirement from serving as a minister at a local church, he worked for several years as a certified Ministry Skills Consultant for Unity Worldwide Ministries since.
He served as President of the Great Lakes Unity Region and served on the Unity Worldwide Ministries Alternative Ordination and Credentialing Teams. Ron has a B.A. in Religion from Anderson University, and attended seminary there. He was ordained as a Church of God minister, and served congregations in Indiana, Colorado, Ohio and Nebraska, from 1969-1982. Before becoming a Unity minister he had a 19-year career as a YMCA Director.
Ron and wife, Cindy have been married 37 years and currently live in Cape Coral, FL. They have 2 children, a wonderful daughter-in-law and son-in-law, and 8 grandchildren. They have also been foster parents to 7 children.
His volunteer work has included being an assistant baseball coach for John Wood Community College, a Court Appointed Special Advocate for foster children, singing in the Kansas City Chorale, and directing the Monroe City Singers.
'Living Inner Peace with All the Hooting and Hollering in the Outer World', with Rev. Karen Williams
Following this service will be a workshop focused on ‘A Course in Miracles’. Please see details here.
'Unity is NOT Cotton Candy', with Rev. Dr. Paul Hasselbeck
B.S. in Biology, Doctor of Dental Surgery, Ordained Unity Minister
Some people have the perception and even the experience that Unity is like cotton candy – all soft and fluffy but no real substance. While it may be easy to see this maybe it is not so easy to see the depth of the work we can choose to do to truly upgrade our consciousness. It may not be easy but it is worth it.
'According to Your Faith', with Rev. Robin Volker
Reverend/facilitator/speaker/life coach
Rev Robin Volker will share with us how to create a faith development plan. In order to build our faith muscles, we must get off the couch (get away from negative and limited thinking) and exercise our faith. She will recap how members can use the points within their lives and within their spiritual community.
Rev. Robin Volker is an ordained Unity minister, passionate facilitator, inspirational speaker, and certified life coach. Robin helps congregants and clients make fresh starts in all areas of their lives. Robin is talented at helping seekers apply spiritual principles to their real-life challenges.