In this three-week series, Healing Humanity: Spiritual Oneness & Inclusivity, we welcome Emmy-award winning journalist and published author, Lisa Benson as we explore the depths of the spiritual concepts of Oneness and Inclusiveness as remedies for our very real experiences of separation from one another and from God. This series will take us from Reflection to Awareness to Action as we continue the work of dismantling racism, illuminating unconscious bias, and engage both learning and unlearning all for the purpose of truly living out our Oneness as we cultivate inclusive communities.
At Unity Church of Overland Park, one of our core values is Inclusiveness. Our core values Spirit-Led, Love, Inclusiveness, Abundance, and Joy create a culture through which we demonstrate our mission to transform lives and empower people to make a difference in the world.
The first two Sunday services will be followed with an open discussion (in-person and Zoom, ASL access provided) at 11:30am CST to further digest the concepts presented during service. Register here to attend by Zoom. The third Sunday, Jan. 28th, will be followed by a two-hour workshop facilitated by guest speaker/facilitator Emmy-award winning journalist, life coach and published author, Lisa Benson. The workshop will also be offered in-person and on Zoom, with ASL access provided along with lunch by Enjoy Pure Food + Drink! There is a fee of $20 for the workshop, all are welcome. Click here to register and pay for the workshop.
Week 1, Jan. 14th @10am Sunday service followed by Open Discussion
REFLECTION: Revs. Jacquie and Eileen will have a conversation reflecting on their personal journeys as well as their commitment to and inspiration for the spiritual imperative to dismantle systemic racism. Every journey begins with Reflection, and so will this series as we are all invited to reflect on our lived experiences, thoughts, and ideas about how Oneness and Inclusiveness can be the salve to heal humanity.
EnVee teams up with Rev. Fred and the band to launch the three-part series!
Open Discussion @11:30am CST in the sanctuary is open to all. ASL access provided.
*To attend the Open Discussion by Zoom, register here. (It is the same link for weeks 1 & 2.)
Week 2, Jan. 21st @10am Sunday service followed by Open Discussion
AWARENESS: Rev. Eileen will move us into an exploration of Awareness. We don’t know what we don’t know, therefore awareness is key. At UCOP, one of our core values is inclusiveness and we will take a deep dive into the heart of this value as we explore concepts such as implicit and unconscious bias, accessibility, and the differences between diversity, inclusivity, and equity. This awareness is one way we fulfill our mission to transform lives and empower people to make a difference in the world.
Pancho Javier joins Rev. Fred & the UCOP band to bless us with music!
Open Discussion @11:30am CST in the sanctuary is open to all. ASL access provided.
*To attend the Open Discussion by Zoom, register here. (It is the same link for weeks 1 & 2.)
Week 3, Jan. 28th @10am Sunday service followed by Workshop
ACTION: We are thrilled to welcome DEIJ consultant, Emmy-award winning journalist, life coach and published author Lisa Benson for an empowering Sunday talk and workshop. Emergence is a process of coming into being. It’s the action necessary to become the best version of you!
During Lisa’s thought-provoking talk and workshop she’ll inspire and empower attendees to be lifelong learners in their relentless pursuit of inclusion, and belongingness. This presentation will help build the confidence and psychological safety necessary to engage in uncomfortable conversations about race and internalized racial identities while leading with empathy, transparency, and authentic connections. This Sunday experience will challenge good people into greatness with a powerful reminder that everyone is worthy of kindness, respect, and love!
**Lisa’s book “Anchored in Bias” will be available for sale all three Sundays!
Join us for Lisa’s workshop after her Sunday talk!
Workshop information~
When: Sunday, Jan. 28th from 12n-2pm, lunch is provided for registrants.
Where:
In-person: UCOP Sanctuary, 10000 Marshall Dr. Lenexa, KS 66215 (Plexpod Lenexa, use west/Pflumm entrance)
Online: Zoom
Cost: $20
Lunch: Served by Enjoy Pure Food + Drink for in-person participants (gluten-free and plant-based options available)
REGISTER HERE (all participants need to register and pay the fee)
“Emerging As The Best Version Of You; Through A Life of Learning And Unlearning” workshop outline:
● My Biases & Dimensions of Identity
● Internalized Racial Identities; What Do I Believe about Me!
● The Power of Unlearning & ReLearning
● Key Practices of Cultural Humility
● Emerging with Empathy; Leading with Love
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“We can’t settle for the world as it is. We have to work together to recreate the world as it should be…a
place where we all belong!” ~Lisa Benson, Winning Truths International
