Spiritual Development Classes

Come discover with us!

In classes at Unity Church of Overland Park you will:

• Make lasting friendships
• Gain wisdom
• Discover your beliefs
• Awaken your true self

Ongoing Classes & Groups

Daily Schedule

June 2011 Classes 

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Native American Flute Lessons
6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Wednesday, June 1
With Janalea Hoffman

The Native American flute is a very inventive, simplistic and often hypnotic sound. Because it is so easy to play and much easier than traditional Western instruments such as guitars, French horns, clarinets, pianos and silver flutes, it lends itself easily as a meditative tool. Many people find it earthy and grounding. Others find it transporting and ethereal. The beautiful, haunting sound is great for facilitating an inward experience. In this experiential workshop, Janalea Hoffman will teach you the basics of the native scale and how to create native-style music from the heart. In addition, you will learn how you can use this instrument as a therapeutic tool.  No prior musical training needed!  In fact, many who have attended prior workshops felt they had no musical talent and left feeling joyful at having discovered their inner musician!

Each class participant will have a flute to play with a plastic tube (for sanitary reasons). Supplies are limited, so pre-registration is appreciated to assure your space in the class.  Workshop fee is $30 and payment is due at the time of registration. Minimum number of 8 participants required. Register on-line.

Music, with all its therapeutic properties, has been Janalea Hoffman’s life mission for the past 30 years. She takes her music to hospital rooms to play with other musicians at patients’ bedsides. For the last three years, Janalea has also presented over 30 ‘healing concerts’ at medical centers, churches and various public venues – for cancer patients, medical personnel, and the general public.

 

Prosperity Basics
7 to 9 p.m., Mondays, June 6 and 13
With Randy Gerard

This two-session class will focus on basic money management concepts including budgeting, savings, risk protection, and emergency planning. Also included will be information pertaining to basic banking, with a focus on the types of accounts, debit cards, internet banking, and credit cards and debt management. The class will provide instruction, handouts and some basic templates to assist participants in taking the first steps in gaining better control of their finances. Upon completion of the class attendees will have developed a basic budget, have a better understanding of their cash flow, and have established some primary financial goals. Participants are encouraged to take notes and bring any questions or issues for discussion in class. Love offering. Register on-line.

Randy Gerard, CFP, has had a career in the financial services industry for nearly 30 years. He has facilitated numerous classes and seminars on topics such as money management, investing, retirement planning, charitable giving, and estate planning. Randy is a past president and chairman of the board for the local chapter of the Financial Planning Association and currently serves as the Secretary on the board of directors for Unity Church of Overland Park.

 

In the Presence Meditation
7 to 9 p.m., Wednesday, June 8
With Debra Baker

This meditation provides the opportunity to go into a deep, deep experience of the Presence. Meditation does wonderful things to our human bodies, giving them vital time to revitalize and heal themselves. At the same time, our souls experience their real, true selves, going to the place inside that is timeless and eternal. After the meditation, there will be a sacred prayer circle to share and honor one another’s prayer intentions. You’ll experience such serenity you won’t want it to end. Love offering. Register on-line.

Debra Darpel Baker has been helping people to heal their lives for 20 years as a spiritual counselor, energy worker, Reiki Master and teacher.  She is a gifted medium and intuitive whose readings have been described as “life changing,” “profound,” and “extremely accurate.”

 

Oneness Awakening Introduction
6 to 9 p.m., Friday, June 10
With Dion Koch

Learn about becoming a Oneness Blessing giver. This evening is open to everyone and is in preparation for the weekend course on June 11 and 12. Love offering. For more information and to register, contact Dion Koch at 913.909.3326.

The Oneness Blessing, also referred to as Deeksha, is a non-denominational benediction that is a gift for all. It is currently being given every day to people all over the world; people of all nationalities, religions, and spiritual beliefs. The blessing is a direct transfer of intelligent sacred energy which causes the heart to open, quiets the chatter of the mind, opens doors to higher states of consciousness, and initiates a process of Awakening into Oneness.

 

Oneness Awakening Course
9:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Saturday, June 11
1:30 to 8:30 p.m., Sunday, June 12
With Dion Koch

Through this course you will experience a shift your perceptions and move toward an experience of Oneness. Oneness Trainer, Dion Koch, provides teachings, discussions and exercises to heal relationships and expand your relationship with “the Divine”. Saturday evening you will be initiated as a Oneness Blessing Giver and Sunday afternoon you will participate in a series of 64 Blessings that move you into a higher state of Oneness. The Oneness Blessing is a transfer of Divine Grace to balance the brain, provide healing and answer prayer.  $179 (if registered by May 31) $199 (after May 31). For more information and to register, contact Dion Koch at 913.909.3326.

 

Creating Sacred Space
1 to 4 p.m.
Saturday, June 11
With Kevin Kelly

When we create Sacred Space we are creating a container that holds, encourages, and sustains our relationship with the Divine, the Mystery of Existence. As well it is a mirror of what we hold most holy in our lives. This workshop will be an afternoon of quiet reflection and sharing on the creation of Sacred Space in our homes and other personal spaces. Please bring something to the class that has meaning that you will place on an altar. (You will take that home with you after the workshop.) Love offering. Register on-line.

Kevin Kelly has been a professional floral designer for nearly four decades and is author of the book Letting the Lotus Bloom, the Expression of Soul through Flowers with forward by bestselling author Thomas Moore.  Kevin has also been arranging the flowers for our platform each Sunday for 23 years.

 

The Forgiveness Practice
7 to 9 p.m.
Tuesday, June 28
With Craig McAndrew

Do you know what Charles Fillmore said about forgiveness? Would you like to find out more about how forgiveness can improve ALL areas of your life? Craig McAndrew will share his true life experiences and guide you through the forgiveness process. Love offering. Register on-line.

 Craig McAndrew has been in the counseling field since 1996, a member of the spiritual counseling team at Unity Church of Overland Park since 2001, and is the author of the book entitled, “Forgiving Judas: A Man’s Journey to Forgive His Brother.” With specialization in addictions and compulsive behaviors, Craig’s work with clients is a ‘wholistic’ approach helping them to find balance in their physical, emotional, social and spiritual lives.

 

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