Doing Life Together

Life Groups

Life Groups are back this fall! Join us for a five-week series based on Rev. Wendy’s recent talks on “Living Buddha, Living Christ” -- based on Thich Nhat Hanh’s book of that title. If you've caught any of these talks, you know there's plenty of rich and timely material to dive into.

Starting the week of October 12 and running through the week of November 9, these small group discussions will take place in hosts' homes, with a few sessions possibly hosted at The Unity Center.

Signups start on September 28th in-person and continue online through October 5. Groups start Oct 12 and run for five weeks.

FAQs

What are Life Groups?

Life groups are weekly small group gatherings held in person at hosts’ homes, at The Unity Center, or in another community venue, such as a clubhouse or library throughout the year. Gatherings last about 1-½ hours to 2 hours. (A virtual group is available).

Sign-ups are for three weeks with spaces limited by how many hosts are available. Groups meet for seven weeks of study and discussion based on videos of Rev. Wendy’s talks on the topic.

What Are The Goals Of Life Groups?

  • Come together in small groups for greater connections with each other, our Center, and our greater community

  • More deeply engage in our spiritual teachings

  • Support each other in our personal and spiritual growth

  • Work together to fulfill the mission of the Center

  • Practice loving-kindness by serving others with each other

What happens in a Life Group may vary a bit by group, but the general format is:

  • Opening Prayer and Check In

  • Viewing of video segments of Rev. Wendy’s talk on the current topic

  • Discussion of questions on the segments shown

  • Wrap-up and announcements

  • Pray out

  • Refreshments and social time

(Participants are encouraged to take an active role in the group by signing up to pray in or out, lead the discussion, keep track of time, provide refreshments, etc.)

What Additional Activities Are Included?

  • Social Activity - Each group organizes a social activity everyone can join, such as having dinner together, going to a movie or other event, or taking a walk or hike.

  • Service Project - Each group does a service project in the community or for The Unity Center.

  • Periodic celebration event with all groups together.