Looking for a way to deepen your faith?

Try Unity’s Spiritual Education and Enrichment Program

We’ve often heard Unity described as Christianity’s best-kept secret, but even within Unity many of us are not aware of the wealth of resources available to us. For example, did you know that Unity offers a formal curriculum of study? It’s called the Spiritual Education and Enrichment (SEE) Program, and it’s for everyone who would like a deeper experience of God.

How It Works

The SEE Program consists of 25 classes (250 credits) in Biblical studies and interpretation, metaphysics, prayer and meditation, and the development of the Unity movement and New Thought, as well as electives.

Currently, two tracks of the SEE program are offered at Unity of Fairfax:

• Spiritual Enrichment: If you want to learn for the joy of it (and avoid homework), you can take these classes as an audit student. If you choose to take all 25 classes, you will earn a Certificate in Spiritual Enrichment.
• Spiritual Development: If you want to engage with the material more deeply, or if you are interested in becoming a Licensed Unity Teacher (LUT), you will want to enroll in the Spiritual Development Program and receive 10 credits for each class you take. Requirements for receiving credit include the following:

ü Attend all classes

ü Turn in class assignments (usually a short paper or two)

ü Pay $85 tuition to Unity of Fairfax

ü Take an online exam at the conclusion of the class (which you may retake as often as you like)

You may also take classes online, on site at Unity Village, or at other area churches. For example, Unity of Gaithersburg offers “SEE East” every May; this enables you to earn up to 40 credits in one week. For more general information about the SEE Program, please go to the main Unity site at http://www.unity.org/education/see/index.html. For information about

“SEE East,” please email info@unityofgaithersburg.org for a brochure.

SEE at Unity of Fairfax

We are pleased to offer a variety of classes at Unity of Fairfax, and we are now especially excited to offer you the opportunity to complete the SEE curriculum here. We begin in March on Wednesday nights with the core class Metaphysics I, Parts 1 & 2, and an elective course, Spiritual Liberation, on Tuesday nights. Please see the other side for more details. Come refresh your mind and spirit!

Spring 2010 SEE Class Schedule

All classes will be held in the sanctuary on a love offering basis, plus a registration fee if taken for credit.

Books will be available in the bookstore one week before classes begin.

Spiritual Liberation (elective) Teacher: Rev. Donna Johnson

Discover how to free yourself from doubt, worry, fear, and lack, and claim a life of wholeness and authenticity.

• Tuesdays, March 2–30, 7-9 p.m.
• Required Text: Spiritual Liberation: Fulfilling Your Soul’s Potential by Michael Bernard Beckwith

Metaphysics I, Part 1 (MS-820) Teacher: Rev. Sandra Butler

Learn how fundamental principles of spiritual law can be applied to your life for greater love, health, and prosperity.

· Wednesdays, March 3–31, 7-9 p.m.

· Required Texts: Metaphysics I (2005 edition preferred), Metaphysics II (2006 edition preferred), Talks on Truth by Charles Fillmore

· Books of Interest: The Essential Charles Fillmore by Jim Gaither, The Revealing Word by Charles Fillmore, Point of Power by Paul Hasselbeck, and Lessons in Truth by H. Emilie Cady (1995 or later edition preferred)

Metaphysics I, Part 2 (MS-821) Teacher: Rev. Sandra Butler

A continuation of Metaphysics I, Part 1, using the same texts.

· Wednesdays, April 14–May 12, 7-9 p.m.

Meditation Practices (PR-801) Teacher: Nancy Star, LUT

Explore various types of meditation practices, and discover those that work best for you.

· Mondays, April 5–May 3, 7-9 p.m.

· Required Text: Meditation for Dummies (second edition) by Stephan Bodian and Dean Ornish

· Books of Interest: A Path With Heart: A Guide Through the Perils and Promises of Spiritual Life by Jack Cornfield

Jesus’ Teachings in the Bible (BI-802) Teacher: Rev. Terry Dearmore

A literal and metaphysical exploration of the teachings of Jesus of Nazareth uncovers the heart of the Unity message and how that message evolves through the process of life.

· Tuesdays, April 6–May 4, 7-9 p.m.

· Required Texts: The New Interpreter’s Study Bible, NRSV with Apocrypha, Jesus’ Teachings Syllabus/Workbook, The Lord’s Prayer in Aramaic (CD) by Toni Boehm, and Embracing the Feminine Nature of the Divine by Toni Boehm