and Switch: How to Change Things When Change Is Hard
How do we explain what Unity is in a compelling way? if Netflix is like blockbuster +... or a car is a horseless carraige... You get the idea.
Enjoy Click here if the video doesn't show up.
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
How do we explain what Unity is?
Check out this video by Dan Heath the author of Made to Stick: Why Some Ideas Survive and Others Die and Switch: How to Change Things When Change Is Hard
How do we explain what Unity is in a compelling way? if Netflix is like blockbuster +... or a car is a horseless carraige... You get the idea.
Enjoy Click here if the video doesn't show up.
and Switch: How to Change Things When Change Is HardHow do we explain what Unity is in a compelling way? if Netflix is like blockbuster +... or a car is a horseless carraige... You get the idea.
Enjoy Click here if the video doesn't show up.
Monday, February 15, 2010
Brain Rules for Presentations
Check out this presentation for some ideas on improving your talks & lessons It is based on the book
Brain Rules: 12 Principles for Surviving and Thriving at Work, Home, and School
Enjoy & I hope you get a few ideas you can use.
John
Brain Rules: 12 Principles for Surviving and Thriving at Work, Home, and School
Enjoy & I hope you get a few ideas you can use.John
Friday, January 08, 2010
Wednesday, December 02, 2009
Vision
Every man takes the limits of his own field of vision for the limits of the world.
Arthur Schopenhauer
Friday, May 08, 2009
Vesak (Buddha Day) – Buddhist
Vesak – also spelled Wesak - (pronounced way-sak) has come to be known as Buddha day. Vesak, which is named for the month of May, is generally acknowledged as the most important holiday of the Buddhist year.
In many ways similar to Christmas in the Christian faith, Vesak is a celebration that commemorates the Buddha’s birth. Additionally, in the United States Vesak has become an occasion for a common celebration to unite all Buddhist traditions and schools: Asian and non-Asian, immigrant and convert, Theravadin and Mahayana.
This year a majority of Buddhists will celebrate Vesak on May 9th; however, in any given year the exact date of Vesak varies according to the differing lunar calendars used in the various traditions.
Vesak day is a time to honor the Buddha, the Dharma (his teachings) and the Sangha (his disciples) . . . and to rededicate one’s self to the Buddha’s teachings and to practice.
Much as there is no one universal way in which Christmas is celebrated, the ways in which Buddhist’s celebrate Vesak vary widely. In most cultures, devotees are directed to make a special effort to avoid killing of any kind and to partake of only vegetarian food. Additionally, simple gifts are often exchanged on Vesak day . . . and gifts to the disadvantaged are particularly encouraged. Visits are often made to orphanages, homeless shelters, soup kitchens, blood banks, and other places of need.
While not necessarily universal, here are a couple of practices which we found particularly engaging:
In some traditions thousands of birds, insects and animals are released in a “symbolic act of liberation” – giving freedom to those being held in prisons or otherwise being held captive against their will.
Some temples display a small statue of the baby Buddha in a basin which is decorated with flowers and filled with water. In what serves as both a reenactment of the events following the Buddha’s birth and as a symbolic personal cleansing of bad karma, practitioners pour water over the statue.
Traditional Greeting: Happy Vesak! Happy Buddha Day!
Adherents.com places the number of Buddhists at 376 million and ranks Buddhism sixth, based on number of adherents, among the world’s religions.
On Vesak day, all Buddhists are reminded to live in harmony with people of other faiths and to respect the beliefs of other people as the Buddha had taught. On this, the most important celebration of the Buddhist year, we suggest that we each join with our Buddhist brothers and sisters in reminding ourselves to live in harmony with, and to respect those, whose beliefs differ from our own.
Shalom Salaam Peace Kay & Dave Corby, FoundersCommon Tables
In many ways similar to Christmas in the Christian faith, Vesak is a celebration that commemorates the Buddha’s birth. Additionally, in the United States Vesak has become an occasion for a common celebration to unite all Buddhist traditions and schools: Asian and non-Asian, immigrant and convert, Theravadin and Mahayana.
This year a majority of Buddhists will celebrate Vesak on May 9th; however, in any given year the exact date of Vesak varies according to the differing lunar calendars used in the various traditions.
Vesak day is a time to honor the Buddha, the Dharma (his teachings) and the Sangha (his disciples) . . . and to rededicate one’s self to the Buddha’s teachings and to practice.
Much as there is no one universal way in which Christmas is celebrated, the ways in which Buddhist’s celebrate Vesak vary widely. In most cultures, devotees are directed to make a special effort to avoid killing of any kind and to partake of only vegetarian food. Additionally, simple gifts are often exchanged on Vesak day . . . and gifts to the disadvantaged are particularly encouraged. Visits are often made to orphanages, homeless shelters, soup kitchens, blood banks, and other places of need.
While not necessarily universal, here are a couple of practices which we found particularly engaging:
In some traditions thousands of birds, insects and animals are released in a “symbolic act of liberation” – giving freedom to those being held in prisons or otherwise being held captive against their will.
Some temples display a small statue of the baby Buddha in a basin which is decorated with flowers and filled with water. In what serves as both a reenactment of the events following the Buddha’s birth and as a symbolic personal cleansing of bad karma, practitioners pour water over the statue.
Traditional Greeting: Happy Vesak! Happy Buddha Day!
Adherents.com places the number of Buddhists at 376 million and ranks Buddhism sixth, based on number of adherents, among the world’s religions.
On Vesak day, all Buddhists are reminded to live in harmony with people of other faiths and to respect the beliefs of other people as the Buddha had taught. On this, the most important celebration of the Buddhist year, we suggest that we each join with our Buddhist brothers and sisters in reminding ourselves to live in harmony with, and to respect those, whose beliefs differ from our own.
Shalom Salaam Peace Kay & Dave Corby, FoundersCommon Tables
Thursday, April 16, 2009
Saturday, April 11, 2009
Music for Holy week
Unity Teacher & friend Richard Mekdeci has some beautiful music from different artists for you on his Unity.fm show this week. Click here & enjoy the variety of music.
Blessings
John
Blessings
John
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Unity Association Annual Report
Licensed Teachers must file their annual report by March 1st.
Here is the link to the form.
You will need to print it out and then complete it.
John
http://www.unity.org/association/ministriesLeaders/leadershipTraining/pdf/LTAnnualReportforWeb.pdf
Here is the link to the form.
You will need to print it out and then complete it.
John
http://www.unity.org/association/ministriesLeaders/leadershipTraining/pdf/LTAnnualReportforWeb.pdf
Monday, February 09, 2009
Changes in SEE Program
Important changes in SEE Program. Unified testing for credits in all courses began January 1, 2009. SEE instructors at remote locations are asked to request the latest syllabi and facilitator support material from the Institute, in order to assure consistent delivery. Click here for more details.
The following information is available:
SEE Brochure SEE Elective Course Application
SEE Extension Course Registration and Grade Report Form
SEE Extension Program Guidelines
SEE Field Packet
SEE Spiritual Development Curriculum Changes
SEE Standardized Testing Program Details and FAQs
Unity Field and Universal Testing
Unity In The Field Changes
The following information is available:
SEE Brochure SEE Elective Course Application
SEE Extension Course Registration and Grade Report Form
SEE Extension Program Guidelines
SEE Field Packet
SEE Spiritual Development Curriculum Changes
SEE Standardized Testing Program Details and FAQs
Unity Field and Universal Testing
Unity In The Field Changes
Monday, February 02, 2009
Unity Teacher & Healer.
Charles Fillmore wrote that it was his desire to have students develop into Unity teachers and healers so that they may minister to their own families and to those in their communities.
In this month dedicated to love what better way to express our being as Unity Teachers than to be healers in our families and communities.
In this month dedicated to love what better way to express our being as Unity Teachers than to be healers in our families and communities.
Divine energy enlivens my mind and body.
I am refreshed and renewed.
My body and mind are filled to overflowing with healing energy. I am a true reflection of the divine rejuvenation that is continually taking place within me.
Invigorated!
That's how I feel. I'm enthused with a renewed sense of exuberance and strength.
Refreshed, I am aware that divine energy is flowing to and from every cell, organ, and part of my being.
As an expression of unlimited life and wellness, I affirm that divine life and love are active within me. I celebrate and delight in my health and renewal. Vibrating with effervescent life, my cells function in wondrous ways to reflect my wellness. Thankful for the abundance of God's love and caring, I am vitally alive, energetic, and enthusiastic.
"With you is the fountain of life; in your light we see light."
--Psalm 36:9
Thursday, November 27, 2008
Happy Thanksgiving
"I have learned the secret of being
content in any and every situation,
whether well fed or hungry,
whether living in plenty or in want."
Philippians 4:12
content in any and every situation,
whether well fed or hungry,
whether living in plenty or in want."
Philippians 4:12
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Dave Ramsey on Podcast Episode 2
We've uploaded another podcast episode. you can listen to it here Unity Teacher Podcast
Dave Ramsey appears and gives us some thoughts on the current economic condition.
Dave is the author of Financial Peace & Total Money Makeover.
click here to listen.
I trust that this will give you some food for thought & conversation in your classes.
Blessings John
Sunday, November 09, 2008
Video on Money From Saturday Night Live
This video from Saturday Night Live might be a good conversation starter at your next prosperity class.
Enjoy!
Click here to go to our blog and see the video
Enjoy!
Click here to go to our blog and see the video
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
TVPA Reauthorization Needs Your Voice Today!
The Trafficking Victims Protection Act (TVPA) became law in 2000. It is the first major comprehensive U.S. legislative effort to combat modern-day slavery.
Not For Sale has been working in coalition with many other anti-slavery groups for the past year to advocate for important tweaks to the TVPA. These modifications include initiatives to increase victim identification, to provide survivors with much needed services, and to prosecute traffickers. We are happy to report that the bill passed in the House of Representatives last December in an overwhelming 405-2 vote.
However, with less than a week left before Congress adjourns for the year, the bill is still awaiting Senate action. It's important for your Senators to know that human trafficking is an issue you care about, and that you support the proposed changes within the TVPA.
Please make your voice heard by calling your Senators and urging them to cosponsor the reauthorization of the TVPA in the Senate, with important amendments:
1. Find your Senator's contact information.
2. Download talking points for your call.
Not For Sale has been working in coalition with many other anti-slavery groups for the past year to advocate for important tweaks to the TVPA. These modifications include initiatives to increase victim identification, to provide survivors with much needed services, and to prosecute traffickers. We are happy to report that the bill passed in the House of Representatives last December in an overwhelming 405-2 vote.
However, with less than a week left before Congress adjourns for the year, the bill is still awaiting Senate action. It's important for your Senators to know that human trafficking is an issue you care about, and that you support the proposed changes within the TVPA.
Please make your voice heard by calling your Senators and urging them to cosponsor the reauthorization of the TVPA in the Senate, with important amendments:
1. Find your Senator's contact information.
2. Download talking points for your call.
Sunday, August 10, 2008
Possibility-Emily Dickinson
What are the Possibilities for a Licensed Teacher?
I dwell in Possibility-
A fairer House than Prose-
More numerous of Windows-
Superior-for Doors-
Of Chambers as the Cedars -
Impregnable of Eye-
And for an Everlasting Roof-
The Gambrels of the Sky-
Of Visitor-the fairest-
For Occupation-This-
the spreading wide my narrow Hands-
To gather Paradise-
-Emily Dickins
Wednesday, August 06, 2008
Unity Teacher Podcast
Our Test podcast is here
Shownotes:
Music in this show, Standing on the Shoulders, by Harold Payne from his album Positively Live. Check out his website at http://www.haroldpayne.com/
Check out the changes in SEE classes & fees at http://www.unityonline.org/education/see/index.html http://www.unityonline.org/education/see/SEEChanges2008.pdf
Check out the changes in SEE classes & fees at http://www.unityonline.org/education/see/index.html http://www.unityonline.org/education/see/SEEChanges2008.pdf
Friday, June 27, 2008
I Choose Love
Here is a music video Richard Mekdeci turned me on to.
I hope you enjoy it.
John
If the video isn't in your email you can download it or go to the blog http://www.unityteacher.com/ to see it.
I hope you enjoy it.
John
If the video isn't in your email you can download it or go to the blog http://www.unityteacher.com/ to see it.
Sunday, June 22, 2008
New Board Chair For Association
New Board Chair Named for the Association of Unity Churches International
Published Tuesday, June 17, 2008by Lisa Wittman
Reverend Marilyn Muehlbach has been elected chair of the board of trustees of the Association of Unity Churches International. The Association, headquartered in the greater Kansas City Missouri metropolitan area, provides services to some 1000 Unity ministries worldwide.
Reverend Muehlbach was ordained in 1985 and moved to Coeur d'Alene, ID, as minister of Unity Church of North Idaho. She currently travels as a consultant and workshop presenter internationally.
Active in the work of the Association since ordination, she has served on the board since 1995, longer consecutively than any other individual—including as a regional representative, and member of the former executive team. She served on the team that designed the reorganization of the board to a 12-member body. She also served as a member of the executive transition team for selection of a new CEO. Muehlbach has served on organizational teams in the areas of development, licensing and ordination, church growth and development, appeals, and peacemaking.
Muehlbach earned a bachelor's degree in economics from Denison University. Active in the Coeur d'Alene community, she has served as a hospice chaplain, on a task force for human rights, and the local interfaith group.
"The Association of Unity Churches International, in holding a high vision, training leaders, supporting churches and being the voice of Unity in the world, is uniquely positioned to impact the direction the world will take. I envision our ministries and the people who make up those ministries, shining like a beacon of light, illumining the hearts and minds of the people of this Earth, teaching spiritual principles and their practical application that will allow us all to thrive in the 21st Century," she says.
Others elected were: Julie Montague, 1st Vice Chair; David McArthur, 2nd Vice Chair; David and Jim Lee were elected to a second term; Lauren Bundy, lay leader at Unity in Atlanta, was elected to the Board; Diana McDaniel left the Board. Dan Holloway continues on the Board for one more year. Other members: Linda Lowery, Bonny Ashe, Miguel Corales, Eileen Goor, Donna Johnson, Julie Armour; Lei Lanni Burt, Keeper of the Flame.
Published Tuesday, June 17, 2008by Lisa Wittman
Reverend Marilyn Muehlbach has been elected chair of the board of trustees of the Association of Unity Churches International. The Association, headquartered in the greater Kansas City Missouri metropolitan area, provides services to some 1000 Unity ministries worldwide.
Reverend Muehlbach was ordained in 1985 and moved to Coeur d'Alene, ID, as minister of Unity Church of North Idaho. She currently travels as a consultant and workshop presenter internationally.
Active in the work of the Association since ordination, she has served on the board since 1995, longer consecutively than any other individual—including as a regional representative, and member of the former executive team. She served on the team that designed the reorganization of the board to a 12-member body. She also served as a member of the executive transition team for selection of a new CEO. Muehlbach has served on organizational teams in the areas of development, licensing and ordination, church growth and development, appeals, and peacemaking.
Muehlbach earned a bachelor's degree in economics from Denison University. Active in the Coeur d'Alene community, she has served as a hospice chaplain, on a task force for human rights, and the local interfaith group.
"The Association of Unity Churches International, in holding a high vision, training leaders, supporting churches and being the voice of Unity in the world, is uniquely positioned to impact the direction the world will take. I envision our ministries and the people who make up those ministries, shining like a beacon of light, illumining the hearts and minds of the people of this Earth, teaching spiritual principles and their practical application that will allow us all to thrive in the 21st Century," she says.
Others elected were: Julie Montague, 1st Vice Chair; David McArthur, 2nd Vice Chair; David and Jim Lee were elected to a second term; Lauren Bundy, lay leader at Unity in Atlanta, was elected to the Board; Diana McDaniel left the Board. Dan Holloway continues on the Board for one more year. Other members: Linda Lowery, Bonny Ashe, Miguel Corales, Eileen Goor, Donna Johnson, Julie Armour; Lei Lanni Burt, Keeper of the Flame.
Friday, June 13, 2008
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