Small Groups MinistrY

Circle of PeopleSometimes trying to be part of a large church can be overwhelming . . .

That’s why Unity of Phoenix offers a wide variety of small groups through which it is easy to make friends, deeper connections and loving relationships in our spiritual community.

Making friends and connections at Unity of Phoenix is easy! Each month, just check this page and watch the Upward Venture to find out about the small group activities that are available.

Continuing Groups

For more information about these long-term small groups, or to express an interest in forming your own, contact Beth Marks at 602.978.3200, Ext. 333, or bmarks@unityphx.org.

Bulletin Assembly Team (BAT)

Bulletin Assembly TeamWhere: Unity of Phoenix campus
When: Every Friday morning at 10 a.m.
This industrious group of 65+ individuals gathers to assembly the bulletins for our Sunday worship services. Come join us! For information, contact Penni Honey at phoney@unityphx.org.

The Craft Connection

Where: Offsite
When: 2nd Saturday of the month from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

craft projectsAre you crafty? Then this is the group for you! Bring your crafts and join us; everyone is welcome! We have people who scrapbook, make greeting cards, bead, knit, paint and needlepoint. We love to share ideas and encourage others to try something they haven’t done before. For more information, please contact Beth Marks at bmarks@unityphx.org.

Unity Golfers

golfer Mondays
Unity Golfers meet each Monday. Please
contact Bill Smith at 623.915.3272 or
ellairsmith@cox.net for the location and time
of the next Monday morning golf meeting.

Fitness for Fun Hikes & Moonlight Hikes

Hiking shoesFitness for Fun - Saturdays
NO Sign-Up Required
Meet in Church Parking Lot
at 7 a.m. to carpool

Saturday, May 17
Bell Trail north of Camp Verde
Saturday, June 21
Lynx Lake area trails near Prescott

In May, we are venturing higher in altitude as we travel north of Camp Verde to take in the Bell Trail.  In June, it's on to the Lynx Lake Recreational Area trails near Prescott. 

All of the "Fitness for Fun Hikes" are designed to accommodate a wide range of hiking abilities and participants are encouraged to hike at their own pace.  See our Unity Trail Mix newsletter for full details!   Come join us for the day!

We recommend sturdy hiking or walking shoes, sun screen and sunglasses or a hat, and snacks and water for both during and after the hike (1-2 quarts of water per person). Just come to the church on hiking day at the designated time to carpool to the trailhead.

If you have further questions regarding hiking group activities, or wish to receive the monthly Trail Mix newsletter via email, please contact Don Clausing at 602.866.0285 or dclausing@unityphx.org.

Moonlight Hikes

hiker
Friday, May 16, 7:30 p.m. - Shaw Butte
Friday, June 13, 7:30 p.m. - North Mountain

Meet in the Church parking lot or at the designated trailhead at 7:45 p.m. NO Sign-Up Required

If you have questions regarding the hiking group, or wish to receive the monthly Unity Trail Mix newsletter, please contact Don Clausing at: dclausing@unityphx.org, or call (602) 866-0285. See our entire monthly newsletter, Unity Trail Mix. See YOU on the trail.

Law of Attraction Connection Group

Where: Unity Campus, Rm. 11
When: 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month, 7:00 p.m.
This ongoing open group comes together to learn, study, practice and apply the principles of the Law of Attraction, and celebrate the transformations in our lives together. For more information, please contact Jane Francis - janeslight@aol.com - or call 602.978.9783.

Real Love Group

When: Every Thursday, 7:00 pm
Where: Room 5

This group is based on the Dr. Greg Baer’s book, Real Love. Join us to find out how to experience and create unconditional love in your life! Our group is facilitated by Dwight Darrel and Lisa Susanne. For more information, contact Lisa at 602.399.0841 or lsusanne@reallove.com.

Rock Your World - Where Gems and Metaphysics Meet

amethystWhen:1st and 3rd Wednesdays, 7-8 pm
Where:Conference Room 11
Come join us for metaphysical explorations into the Mineral Kingdom. Share resources, information, experiences and general love of rocks and gems. Contact Wendy Whatley at kukn4u@cox.net for more information

Singles

singlesOur Unity Singles events provide a safe, supportive and loving environment for fun, fellowship and spiritual enrichment. If you’re single and over the age of 18, please make plans to join us every Sunday at 12:45 p.m. for lunch, as well as every Friday evening at 5:30 p.m. for socializing and dancing.

In addition to these weekly events, our Singles Group sponsors a wide variety of activities, including movies, plays, comedy clubs, museums, house parties, bowling, bicycle riding, hiking, dance lessons, discussion groups, and game nights. Our group also supports and gives back to Unity of Phoenix by volunteering for Unity sponsored events and projects on a regular basis.

For a detailed listing of events, times and locations, please go to our webpage. If you would like to be included on the newsletter distribution list, please contact Phoebe Hendrix at 602.841.0235 or email her at liaisonuop@azboss.net

VIP OWLS Luncheon

dinersWednesday, March 12 and
Wednesday, April 9
Noon; Rooms 6-7


Our VIP OWLS Luncheon is for our Very Important People-Older Wiser Loving Seniors. If you are 55 or older we invite you to attend this monthly luncheon. Mark the second Wednesday of each month on your calendar and plan to join us! We come together to share with like-minded individuals. It is a time for fun and fellowship; we always have a special guest speaker or activity planned for each luncheon. It is a great way to stay connected, share your spirit with others and enjoy wonderful food, company and speakers.

The church provides the main dish, and participants are invited to bring their favorite side dishes to share. (You may also make a love offering if you don’t wish to bring a dish.)

In May, join us for our last luncheon until after Labor Day! We will be blessed with a presentation by the Rev. Dr. Kermit Long, who will speak about living a spiritual life. If you have any

If you have any questions or would like to know more about this group, contact Chris Kennedy at ckennedy@unityphx.org or 602.978.3200, Ext. 255.

Unity of Phoenix Choir

Come make a joyful noise unto the Lord! Music is an important part of our ministry, and we’d love to have your voice heard! For more information, contact Music Director Jerry Wayne Harkey at jharkey@unityphx.org.

Unity Business Leaders

businesswomenUnity Business Leaders is a group of spiritual-minded business professionals who come together to network and support each other.Unlike other network groups, who push products and business cards at one another, we work to get to know each other on a more personal level by building relationships and community. We have about 60 people attend each event. If you would like to grow your business relationships with a group of high energy people, you've found the right group!

If you would like to grow your business relationships with a group of high energy people, you've found the right group!

Our January mixer will be Monday, January 14, from 6 to 8 p.m., and our February mixer will be Monday, February 11, from 6 to 8 p.m. Both will be held at Anna Banana Realty, located at 2301 W. Dunlap, Suite 105. A $25 entrance fee covers food, beverages and all the fun of building relationships and community with a group of like-minded people.

To RSVP or for more information, contact Anna Banana at 602.595.8900 or anna.banana@cox.net .

Criteria for Forming a Small Group Ministry

Our Small Groups are created by congregants of Unity of Phoenix, just like yourself! These groups invite like-minded people to meet and establish a greater connection and to support our ministry. If you’re interested in staring your own group, please follow this process!

1. Put together a group of people from the ministry who are interested in your connection group. Prepare your roster of participants, including names, email addresses and phone numbers.

2. As a group, adopt the Spiritual Intention of the group (which must align with the Vision and Mission statement for Unity of Phoenix). Have all group members sign this document and return it to the Ministry.

3. Decide upon a name for your group and the day(s) and time(s) you will meet. You are encouraged to meet offsite, due to limited classroom space at the church.

4. Create a description of your group that can be used in printed publications distributed by Unity of Phoenix to attract new members.

5. As a group, decide upon two or three Outreach Projects in which you would like to participate each year. There are many projects available through the Unity of Phoenix’s Outreach Ministry; you are welcome to find community projects outside of the ministry.

6. Consider hosting the Hospitality Tables in the Courtyard to support the ministry and promote your group.

After you have completed this checklist, the leader/main contact for the group should send the information to Beth Marks at Unity of Phoenix (bmarks@unityphx. org). Your information will then be reviewed by the Lead Minister and you will be contacted.