Out & About – ‘Miracle on 34th Street’ – Thursday Matinee
The Phoenix Theatre Company(Purchase deadline for tickets: Sunday, November 10) Join your Unity community for this treasured holiday classic for which our own Music Director Steve Hilderbrand both music directs and stars (as the Broadcaster)! This innovative production resurrects the airwaves of 1947 to mimic the nostalgic art of a live radio broadcast. At its center is Kris…
Out & About with Rev. Maraj – ‘Miracle on 34th Street’ – Thursday Evening Performance
The Phoenix Theatre Company(Purchase deadline for tickets: Sunday, November 10) Join Rev. Maraj for this treasured holiday classic for which our own Music Director Steve Hilderbrand both music directs and stars (as the Broadcaster)! This innovative production resurrects the airwaves of 1947 to mimic the nostalgic art of a live radio broadcast. At its center is Kris Kringle,…
Ugly Sweater Day
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesWear your cutest ugly sweater to church and children's classrooms today!
Hiking Group Event: Full Moon Hike on Shaw Butte
Shaw Butte Trail on North MountainDate/Time: Moonlight Hike - Sunday, December 15, 6:30pm (please plan to arrive 15 minutes early to check in) Hike Leader: George Roundy, please RSVP to groundy@ecorridor.com Area: North Mountain Trail Name: Shaw Butte AllTrails Link: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/arizona/shaw-butte-via-shaw-butte-trailhead Distance: 2.8 out and back trail Elevation gain: 764 feet Difficulty: Moderate Address/Directions: From Thunderbird and 7th Street, head west on…
Christmas Candle Lighting Service for Travelers
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesThose who will be out of town for Christmas Eve will still have the opportunity to experience our sacred candle lighting services through this special early service held for those who will be…
Hiking Group Event: Deem Hills in the Sonoran Desert
Deem Hills in the Sonoran Desert 26606 N. Deem Hills Pkwy., PhoenixSaturday, December 21st - Deem Hills Date/Time: Saturday, December 21, 2024 8:00 a.m. (arrive 15 min, early to check in) Hike Leader: Adrian Reznik, please RSVP to arezzy123@gmail.com Area: Deem Hills (Sonoran Desert) Trail…
Christmas Eve Candle Lighting Services – 4 p.m.
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesWe warmly invite you to join with our Unity family as we celebrate the joy and wonder of Christmas and the birth of the Christ child within each of us. Please join us…
Christmas Eve Candle Lighting Services – 6 p.m.
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesWe warmly invite you to join with our Unity family as we celebrate the joy and wonder of Christmas and the birth of the Christ child within each of us. Please join us to share in the joy of this special service and season! We will have two one-hour services on Christmas Eve: The first will run from…
Youth & Family Dissolving Bowl Ceremony
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesOur youth will do their own version of our Burning Bowl ceremony during this special "New Year's" class in which they will use water to dissolve what they want to release as we move into this new year.
Burning Bowl Ceremony – 5:30 p.m.
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesLet go of the old and welcome the new! The Burning Bowl Ceremony is all about leaving your old, worn-out negative baggage behind so you can begin the New Year fresh. This service will help you release the hurts and disappointments of 2024 and create a space for new blessings and opportunities in 2025. You’ll…
Burning Bowl Ceremony – 7 p.m.
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesLet go of the old and welcome the new! The Burning Bowl Ceremony is all about leaving your old, worn-out negative baggage behind so you can begin the New Year fresh. This service will help you release the hurts and disappointments of 2024 and create a space for new blessings and opportunities in 2025. You’ll…
White Stone Ceremony – 9 & 11 a.m. Sunday Worship
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, United States“He who has an ear, let him hear what Spirit says: I will also give him a white stone with a new name written on it, known only to him who receives it.” ~Revelation 2:17 The start of a new year is the threshold of unlimited new possibilities for the future. The White Stone represents…
Understanding and Healing Your Grief – FREE Introductory Class
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesRegister for this FREE Introductory class, which provides an overview of the scope and curriculum of the 7-week grief workshop, “Understanding and Healing Your Grief.” Afterward, if you believe the workshop is right for you, there will be an opportunity to register for the full Workshop.
Hiking Group Event: Freedom Trail in the Phoenix Mountain Preserve
Freedom Trail in the Phoenix Mountain PreserveDate/Time: Tuesday, January 7, 8:30am (plan to arrive 15 minutes early to check in) Hike Leader: George Roundy, please RSVP to groundy@ecorridor.com Area: Phoenix Mountain Preserve Trail Name: Freedom Trail (#302) AllTrails Link: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/arizona/freedom-trail-302 Distance: 4.0 mile loop trail Elevation gain: 1,099 feet Difficulty: Hard Address/Directions: Take the Glendale Avenue exit from the 51. Go east…
Say ‘YES!’ to Life!
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesSay ‘YES!’ to your best self and your best life! Learn to open yourself to your dreams and to the love, beauty and fullness of life that you have been denying yourself.
Understanding and Healing Your Grief – 7-Week Grief Workshop
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesThe $105 fee covers all seven sessions. If you are experiencing unresolved grief, this workshop is one way to help resolve it. The six-week workshop combines bereavement education and spiritual support for people experiencing grief from a personal loss. It is important to have a desire for a greater understanding of your grief and a…
VIP Potluck Luncheon: January
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesOur monthly VIP Luncheon is for Very Important People 55 or older, who attend to enjoy fellowship and a special guest speaker or activity. Each luncheon has a theme and designated main course. Attendees are asked to bring a side dish or dessert to share. In January, we welcome congregant Bill DeBarba, who will speak…
Unity Hiking Group: Hieroglyphic Trail in the Superstitions
Hieroglyphic Trail Gold Canyon, AZSaturday, January 18th - Hieroglyphic Trail to Petroglyphs Date/Time: Saturday, January 18, 2025 Carpool from Unity of Phoenix parking lot meeting at 8:00 a.m. (arrive 10 minutes early to check in); Hike will begin at the trailhead at 9:30am Hike Leader: George Roundy, please RSVP to groundy@ecorridor.com Area: Superstition Wilderness Area Trail Name: Hieroglyphic Trail to Petroglyphs Map: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/arizona/hieroglyphic-trail?sh=xbpubm Distance: 3 miles…
Meditation Practices
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesThe $60 ticket fee covers all four sessions Join Rev. Stacy Macris Ros as she introduces you to the many ways to meditate. Just in time for the new year, mindfulness practices will help keep you centered during hectic schedules and when life throws curveballs. During our four weeks together, you will brainstorm ways to…
Out & About: “Seussical” at the Phoenix Theatre Company
The Phoenix Theatre CompanyWe were going to take a break in January from our “Out and About” events, but then we discovered that one of our favorite soloists, Sally Jo Bannow, was starring in Phoenix Theatre Company’s production of “Seussical” ... and we knew we couldn’t miss it! So please join Rev. Richard Maraj in the whimsical world…
Membership Basics
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesWe have combined our previously required “Unity Basics” and “Prayer Basics” classes into ONE “Membership Basics” class that must be taken for anyone wishing to becoming a member. This class will teach the history, ideas, beliefs and philosophies of the founders who formed the Unity stream of spiritual thought, as well as an introduction to…
Unity Hiking Group: Great Horned Owl Loop
Great Horned Owl Loop Meet at Frank & Laurie De La Cruz Home: 26008 N 11th Ave., Phoenix, AZ, United StatesSaturday, February 1st – De La Cruz Residence to Great Horned Owl Loop Date/Time: Saturday, February 1, 2025 Meet at the De La Cruzes at 9:00am Hike Leader: Laurie De La Cruz, please RSVP to groundy@ecorridor.com Area: Union Hills Trail Name: Great Horned Owl Map: (see below) Distance: 4.75 miles Elevation Change: 600’ Difficulty: Moderate Address/Directions: We will start at the home of Frank &…
Please Sign Up to Donate Blood at Our Blood Drive!
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesDonating blood saves 12,000 lives a day. But people these days aren’t giving like the generations before them, so we encourage all of you to give. Over 700 blood donors are needed each day to meet the needs of Arizona patients, alone. Please help us meet those needs; your one donation can save up to…
Pre-Super Bowl Tailgate Party
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesPlease join us for our annual “Pre-Super Bowl Tailgate Party!” We’ll have plenty of fun for everyone, regardless of whether you’re a football fan! Show your support of your favorite team by wearing your jersey or other fan gear; Enjoy a tasty pizza meal (a slice and a beverage for only $3); Hang out and…
Unity Hiking Group: Black Canyon National Recreation Trail
Black Canyon National Recreation Trail 34580 Old Black Canyon Hwy, Black Canyon City, AZTuesday, February 4th - Black Canyon National Recreation Trail Date/Time: Tuesday, February 4, 2025 8:00 a.m. (arrive 15 minutes early to check in) Hike Leader: Adrian Reznik, please RSVP to arezzy123@gmail.com Area: Black Canyon National Recreation Trail Trail Name: Black Canyon City Map: https://www.arizonahighways.com/black-canyon-national-recreation-trail Distance: 3-4 miles Elevation Change: 240’ Difficulty: Mostly easy to some moderate Address/Directions: Follow I-17 North to Rock Springs Exit…
Rev. Richard Rogers’ Farewell Celebration
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesRev. Rogers’ Final Wednesday Service: Wednesday, Feb. 5 • 7-8 p.m. in the Sanctuary Farewell Celebration to Follow Service 8-9 p.m. in the Courtyard Rev. Richard Rogers has just a few more Wednesday evening worship services before he and Jill pack up and move to Florida. Please show your support by attending all of those…
Outreach Day with Rev. Stacy: Packing Emergency Food Boxes at St. Mary’s Food Bank
St. Mary's Food Bank Location 2831 North 31st Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona, United StatesInstead of a Night Out, in February Rev. Stacy invites you to join her for an outreach day making a difference in our community! St. Mary’s Food Bank Emergency Food Box Packing Friday, Feb. 7 • 12:45-3 p.m. 2831 North 31st Avenue, Phoenix, 85009 You MUST RSVP for this activity by filling out the form…
Spiritual Tools and Mental Health
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesThe exact areas of our brains that are engaged and strengthened during times of spiritual practice are the same areas that wither in the experience of depression. Interestingly, scientific research has shown that having a spiritual life protects us from mental illness! This experiential workshop will explore how our connection with Spirit uplifts, nourishes, and…
Unity Hiking Group: Javelina Canyon and Ridgeline Loop Trail
Javelina Canyon Trailhead Phoenix, AZSaturday, February 15th - Javelina Canyon and Ridgeline Loop Trail Date/Time: Saturday, February 15, 2025 Carpool from the Unity Church parking lot meeting at 8:00 a.m. (arrive 10 minutes early to check in). We will meet at the trailhead by 8:45am and begin the hike at 9:00am. Hike Leader: George Roundy, please RSVP to groundy@ecorridor.com Map: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/arizona/sidewinder-and-ocotillo-trail-loop Area: South Mountain…
‘Heart Share’ Support Circle
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesWith all the devastating events that have taken place recently (plane crashes, fires, school shootings, etc.), we wanted to open a space where congregants could release their feelings in a safe and prayerful space. Rev. Stacy Macris Ros will facilitate this “Heart Share” circle, and Revs. Jimmie Scott and Sandy Hopper will also be present…
NextGen Event: Volunteering for Devour Culinary Classic
Desert Botanical Garden 1201 N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, United StatesThe Desert Botanical Garden needs volunteers for their green initiative at the Devour Culinary Classic. Our NextGen Small Group for young adults in their 20s, 30s and 40s will be staffing waste stations and helping attendees sort into compost, recycle, and trash bins appropriately. Gloves and instructions provided! You can volunteer all day or for…
Campaign Volunteer Meeting
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesWe invite all volunteers, current and future, to attend one of our Campaign Volunteer Meetings on Sunday, February 23, following each service. These meetings will be a key opportunity to: Hear updates about the Fellowship Center project and its volunteer needs Learn about the specific volunteer roles and tasks that will help bring this vision…
Sign Up for a Lenten Circle Group
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesDo you want to release all that doesn't serve you, resurrect the joy in your life, and also get to know some other congregants a little better? Lent is the perfect time to release negative thoughts and habits that don’t serve our highest and best so that we can experience the glorious transformation of Easter.…
Campaign Volunteer Meeting
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesWe invite all volunteers, current and future, to attend one of our Campaign Volunteer Meetings on Sunday, February 23, following each service. These meetings will be a key opportunity to: Hear updates about the Fellowship Center project and its volunteer needs Learn about the specific volunteer roles and tasks that will help bring this vision…
Youth & Family: Art on the Playground
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesBring the kids and immerse them in art during this dive into creativity! Artists will be sharing their work with the kids, and and we’ll have art supplies on the playground so the kiddoes can experient with their own creative expression, as well! Pack a picnic lunch for your family and come enjoy an afternoon…
Life-Saving Sunday
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesLearn to Save a Life with CPR, the Heimlich, and an Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) When someone suffers from cardiac arrest, quick action by bystanders with CPR knowledge can increase the survival rate of the victim by 80%. Sadly, national statistics show that only 15-30% of cardiac arrest victims receive bystander CPR, primarily because people…
Unity Hiking Group: Sonoran Preserve Hike
Phoenix Sonoran Preserve 705 W Carefree Hwy, Phoenix, AZTuesday, March 4th - Sonoran Preserve Hike Date/Time: Tuesday, March 4, 2025 8:00 a.m. (arrive 15 minutes early to check in) Hike Leader: Adrian Reznik, please RSVP to arezzy123@gmail.com Map: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/arizona/sidewinder-and-ocotillo-trail-loop Area: Desert Hills Trailhead (Sonoran Preserve) Trail Name: Sidewinder and Ocotillo Distance: 5.2 miles Elevation Change: 531’ Difficulty: Easy to mostly moderate. Address/Directions : 705 W Carefree Hwy, Phoenix, AZ 85085. Southwest corner of…
VIP Luncheon: March
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesOur monthly VIP Luncheon is for Very Important People 55 or older, who attend to enjoy fellowship and a special guest speaker or activity. Each luncheon has a theme and designated main course. Attendees are asked to bring a side dish or dessert to share. In March, we welcome congregant Phil Eherenman, who will provide…
Unity Hiking Group: Lake Pleasant Hiking Trails
Lake Pleasant North Hiking Trails 41835 North Castle Hot Springs Road, Morristown, AZSaturday, March 15th - Lake Pleasant Date/Time: Saturday, March 15, 2025 8:00 a.m. (arrive 15 minutes early to check in) Hike Leader: Adrian Reznik, please RSVP to arezzy123@gmail.com Area: Lake Pleasant Regional Park Trail Name: Yavapai Point and Pipeline Canyon Trails Map: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/arizona/yavapai-point-and-pipeline-canyon-trail Distance: 5.2 miles Elevation Change: 688’ Difficulty: Mostly easy to moderate. Address/Directions: From the intersection of I-17 and AZ-74 / Carefree Highway…
NextGen Event: Paddle Boarding at Canyon Lake
Canyon LakeWe have at least 3 or 4 rom our group going already, and more of you are likely interested! This will be at Canyon Lake again; we really enjoyed how peaceful it was last time we went as a group! FYI it's about 1 hour or more from Phoenix. Hosted by Karl Rauchenstein. RSVP on…
Hiking Group Event: Dream Draw Hike
Dreamy Draw Loop Trail Phoenix, United StatesThis trail is in a figure 8 with two loops. For those who want a shorter hike, you can complete the first loop, which is about 2 miles and you will be near the parking lot. Date/Time: Saturday, March 22, 2025 8:30 a.m. (arrive 15 minutes early to check in) Hike Leader: Henry Klimkowski, please RSVP…
NextGen Event: Planning/Leadership Meeting
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesAnyone interested in being more involved with NextGen is welcome to attend this planning/leadership event! We are looking to organize a bit more and want your input on the future of NextGen. Meet us at the NextGen table in the courtyard after the 11am service. We'll meet there at 12:30pm and then head over to…
How to Let God Help You
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesIn this class we will take a deep dive into the wisdom and the teachings of Myrtle Fillmore: how to heal the body; how to create more prosperity; how to open to love; how to find meaning and purpose in life ... and more. The focus of this class is on how to apply and…
Informational Meeting about Our Proposed Fellowship and Welcome Center
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesAs most of you are aware, we are embarking on an exciting journey to build a new Fellowship and Welcome Center: a warm, inviting space where we can enjoy connection and community indoors. Rev. Richard Maraj will be hosting two Informational Meetings where congregants can come to learn more about our plans for this exciting…
Hiking Group Event: Pinnacle Peak Trail
Pinnacle Peak ParkDate/Time: Tuesday, April 1, 2025 8:30 a.m. (arrive 15 minutes early to check in) Hike Leader: George Roundy, please RSVP to groundy@ecorridor.com Area: Pinnacle Peak Park Trail Name: Pinnacle Peak Trail Map: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/arizona/pinnacle-peak-trail Distance: 4.1 miles Elevation Change: 1,020’ Difficulty: Moderate to challenging. Address/Directions: From the 101, take exit 36 on Pima Road, go North on Pima Road for 6.8 miles. Turn left (East)…
NextGen Event: Line Dance Class
Dance Fusion AZ 7601 E Gray Rd, Suite B, Scottsdale, United StatesLearn fun line dance routines to old-school pop and country hits—no experience needed! RSVP in our Discord group. Our NextGen Group gathers like-minded people in their 20s, 30s, and 40s who are interested in exploring spirituality, creating community, and having fun! Anyone is welcome to suggest or plan activities. We typically engage in lunches, book…
Rev. Richard Maraj’s 20th Anniversary Celebration
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesDuring/Following Our 9am and 11am Services! Join us on this very special day as we celebrate Rev. Richard Maraj’s 20th anniversary at Unity of Phoenix! April 6 happens to be his birthday, as well, so you won’t want to miss this “cool” way to celebrate Richard’s 20 years of amazing spiritual leadership! Come enjoy an…
Garden Outreach Day with Rev. Stacy Macris Ros
Tiger Mountain Foundation's "Spaces of Opportunity" Garden 1200 W. Vineyard Road, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesThis outreach activity has been postponed until the Fall, when temperatures are cooler. Be on the lookout for more information at the end of summer! Instead of a Night Out, in April Rev. Stacy invites you to join her for an outreach day making a difference in our community at the Tiger Mountain Foundation's "Spaces…
NextGen Event: Informal Hangout/Meet & Connect
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesIf you're a young adult in your 20s, 30s or 40s, we invite you to visit our NextGen Table in the Unity of Phoenix Courtyard from Noon to 12:30pm (directly following the Sunday 11am worship service). Please come say hello and chat for a bit!
Finding Integrity in Difficult Conversations: A Spiritual Journey
Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center 1500 E Greenway Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesFear, Integrity, and Truth are powerful forces that shape our thoughts, actions, and relationships. In today's world, where division and discord often seem to reign supreme, finding integrity in our…