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We all carry baggage – suitcases full of childhood traumas real and perceived. When one persons trauma bumps into another persons trauma a mini explosion happens…”Boom!” Sudden anger, hostility and unkind words can fill the room and no one even fully understands what happened or where it came from!

It isn’t all that unusual to find ourselves in a situation when all of a sudden we are finding ourselves reacting with way too much energy
to someones words or actions that just trigger that short fuse. Our job in these times is to try to pause, take a step back and try to see where inside of us these feelings are coming from? With a little space and a few deep breaths we can then come back with a more normal reaction.  Later, when we are alone, we can review what happened and try to trace back where the heck those feelings originated.

“Your triggers have something to teach you about yourself.”  ~Panache Desai

  “Our job is unconditional love. The job of everyone else in our life is to push our buttons.” ~ Byron Katie

It almost made me a little nervous to write this e-blurb because I know all too well how life goes.  I could be writing this article and feeling pretty good about myself, that it has been quite awhile since I had my buttons pushed.  Yes… I’m doing pretty good with that.

We all know what happens next, right? I’m going to go to work and be serenely going about my day… and then all of a sudden..wham there it is! Button pushed! Emotions engaged! All systems go!

Well, at least when it comes and that happens I am lucky enough to come to Unity in Naperville where we get tools for our tool kits for times like that!!   Keeping my serenity tool real close!!

Yours in Peace!  Carol Gadbaw

May 19, 2024

  • SUNDAY SERVICE - EVERY SUNDAY at 10:45-11:45am
    Join Rev. Kitty Benson, Kim-Char Meredith and our band, Highest Good, for an IN-PERSON SERVICE or continue to watch us ONLINE as we LIVESTREAM from our Sanctuary!  Watch the livestream online beginning at 10:45 a.m. on our YouTube channel, our Facebook page or on our website UnityInNaperville.org.  Our Sunday Services include live and uplifting music, followed by Rev. Kitty's inspiring message and peaceful meditation.

    Please remember, Unity is a breathe-easy zone. Please refrain from wearing perfume or cologne while in our building to help us support those in need in our Unity Community.

  • PRAYER CHAPLAIN TRAINING – SUN MAY 19 – 12:15PM at UNITY

    Calling all Prayer Chaplains or those interested in joining the team. Rev. Kitty will be providing a 90-minute training on how to pray with others using Unity’s affirmative prayer style. Those interested in Chaplaincy must be a Member of Unity in Naperville. We’ll meet in the Café at 12:15 and food will be provided. Please sign up in the Front Room or email RevKitty@unityinnaperville.org to RSVP.

May 20, 2024

  • MONDAY MORNING METAPHYSICS (Online) - MONDAYS 10:30am–Noon CST

    To access the zoom call, click here

    ANNOUNCING:  Monday Morning Metaphysics will begin a NEW BOOK on Monday, March 18, 2024!  

    The Power of Decision, by Raymond Charles Barker

    “The Power of Decision” is a metaphysical classic, written by Dr. Raymond Charles Barker, a paragon in the New Thought movement.  Dr. Barker, who served as the Spiritual Leader of the First Church of Religious Science in New York City, was a prolific author and profound teacher of teachers.  (NOTE:  Louise Hay received her Spiritual Mind Practitioner license from Dr. Barker.)

    Of his book, Dr. Barker’s wrote, “There is one basic mental Law.  What you place in your subconscious mind must appear as your experience…Life can be lived fully and richly.  It all depends upon the decisions you make. Right decisions await your discovery of them.  This book will help to reveal them to you.”

    Click the Amazon link at UnityInNaperville.org to find the book and Amazon will donate to Unity.

    Monday Morning Metaphysics is a casual drop-in study/discussion group that meets on Zoom each Monday from 10:30 am – 12 Noon CT and is open to all.  Facilitated by Rev. Mary Beth Speer.  Every Monday morning is stand-alone, so drop in any time!  Our MMM format is to read books verbatim, so participants don’t need their own copy of the book to participate.  Participants are encouraged to designate Love Offerings to their selected spiritual source.  

    Join Zoom Meeting:   https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85251930920

    Meeting ID: 852 5193 0920

    One tap mobile

    +13126266799,,85251930920# US (Chicago)

    +13017158592,,85251930920# US (Washington DC)

    Meeting ID: 852 5193 0920

    Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kj97wKkk5

  • MONTHLY MONDAY MEDITATION - ONLINE MON MAY 20 at 7pm (CT)

    Starting a meditation practice can feel daunting on your own…which style do you choose? How do you stay focused?  How do you know if you’re “doing it right?” It’s certainly easy to give up too soon before you establish a habit. But the benefits of regular meditation are extraordinary and can strengthen you physically, mentally and emotionally. Most importantly, meditation is what allows us to experience a conscious oneness with God, allowing us to hear our Inner Wisdom, be more compassionate and become more creative. If you’d like some guidance in meditation or a chance to ask questions, why not join Rev. Kitty at this new Monthly Monday Meditation session. Each month we’ll try out a different form of meditation for about 15 minutes with time before and after to explore the benefits, ask questions, and discuss experiences. If you’re an experienced meditator we’d love to hear about your practice…and joining us will help get your week off to a good start, feeling more centered and energized. Love offerings are appreciated. No registration required. The Meditation will begin at 7:10pm, so please arrive beforehand as we will not be letting people into the Zoom room once the meditation starts.


    Zoom Link:  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/586941048   Problems accessing the Zoom room online?  Call or text 630-740-1656.

May 21, 2024
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May 26, 2024

  • SPECIAL HEALING SERVICE – SUN MAY 26 – 10:45am (CT)

    On Sunday, May 26 Rev. Kitty will finish her message series on “Myrtle’s Metaphysics” by sharing how Myrtle used metaphysical principles to heal from tuberculosis. She’ll also be including a brief time of healing prayer during the service for those who would like it and will be joined by our team of Prayer Chaplains. If you or a loved one are facing a health challenge and would like us to join you in prayer, please plan to come forward at the end of the service while we surround you in healing consciousness. You may also wish to sit in for someone who can’t be there. If you’re watching online, and would like prayer, simply put “Include me in prayer” in the comments. Questions? Email RevKitty@unityinnaperville.org.

  • SUNDAY SERVICE - EVERY SUNDAY at 10:45-11:45am
    Join Rev. Kitty Benson, Kim-Char Meredith and our band, Highest Good, for an IN-PERSON SERVICE or continue to watch us ONLINE as we LIVESTREAM from our Sanctuary!  Watch the livestream online beginning at 10:45 a.m. on our YouTube channel, our Facebook page or on our website UnityInNaperville.org.  Our Sunday Services include live and uplifting music, followed by Rev. Kitty's inspiring message and peaceful meditation.

    Please remember, Unity is a breathe-easy zone. Please refrain from wearing perfume or cologne while in our building to help us support those in need in our Unity Community.

  • LET’S GO TO LUNCH - LAST SUN of THE MONTH after church - AT Xi'an Cuisine

    Let's get together after the service for lunch and socialization.  This will be a monthly event on the last Sunday of each month.  Location may vary but we will do this monthly, so you can plan ahead. Let's get to know each other better.  

    We’ll eat at Xi'an Cuisine, 376 Illinois Route 59, Naperville, IL 60540 for our lunch out!  If you have suggestions on where to eat or questions, email admin@unityinnaperville.org.  See you there!  

May 27, 2024

  • MONDAY MORNING METAPHYSICS (Online) - MONDAYS 10:30am–Noon CST

    MMM will not meet Monday, May 27. 

June 2, 2024

  • SUNDAY SERVICE - EVERY SUNDAY at 10:45-11:45am
    Join Rev. Kitty Benson, Kim-Char Meredith and our band, Highest Good, for an IN-PERSON SERVICE or continue to watch us ONLINE as we LIVESTREAM from our Sanctuary!  Watch the livestream online beginning at 10:45 a.m. on our YouTube channel, our Facebook page or on our website UnityInNaperville.org.  Our Sunday Services include live and uplifting music, followed by Rev. Kitty's inspiring message and peaceful meditation.

    Please remember, Unity is a breathe-easy zone. Please refrain from wearing perfume or cologne while in our building to help us support those in need in our Unity Community.

June 3, 2024

  • MONDAY MORNING METAPHYSICS (Online) - MONDAYS 10:30am–Noon CST

    To access the zoom call, click here

    ANNOUNCING:  Monday Morning Metaphysics will begin a NEW BOOK on Monday, March 18, 2024!  

    The Power of Decision, by Raymond Charles Barker

    “The Power of Decision” is a metaphysical classic, written by Dr. Raymond Charles Barker, a paragon in the New Thought movement.  Dr. Barker, who served as the Spiritual Leader of the First Church of Religious Science in New York City, was a prolific author and profound teacher of teachers.  (NOTE:  Louise Hay received her Spiritual Mind Practitioner license from Dr. Barker.)

    Of his book, Dr. Barker’s wrote, “There is one basic mental Law.  What you place in your subconscious mind must appear as your experience…Life can be lived fully and richly.  It all depends upon the decisions you make. Right decisions await your discovery of them.  This book will help to reveal them to you.”

    Click the Amazon link at UnityInNaperville.org to find the book and Amazon will donate to Unity.

    Monday Morning Metaphysics is a casual drop-in study/discussion group that meets on Zoom each Monday from 10:30 am – 12 Noon CT and is open to all.  Facilitated by Rev. Mary Beth Speer.  Every Monday morning is stand-alone, so drop in any time!  Our MMM format is to read books verbatim, so participants don’t need their own copy of the book to participate.  Participants are encouraged to designate Love Offerings to their selected spiritual source.  

    Join Zoom Meeting:   https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85251930920

    Meeting ID: 852 5193 0920

    One tap mobile

    +13126266799,,85251930920# US (Chicago)

    +13017158592,,85251930920# US (Washington DC)

    Meeting ID: 852 5193 0920

    Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kj97wKkk5

  • GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP - 1ST MON OF THE MONTH at 7-8pm

    There is no right way to grieve the loss of a loved one. But if you would like support as you journey through the process, you may wish to join us in our Grief Support Group. Rev. Kitty will lead us as we take time for personal sharing and inspiration. If you can’t make our next gathering but wish to know about future meetings or have suggestions for the group, please email RevKitty@unityinnaperville.org. To access the zoom call, CLICK HERE. Problems getting in? Call or text 630-740-1656.This group usually meets on the first Monday of the month. 

June 7, 2024

  • PICTIONARY GAME NIGHT - FRI JUN 7 at 7pm at UNITY

    Pictionary is a drawing game where one person draws and other players try to guess what is being drawn, kind of like charades. All are welcome, and we will begin with a quick lesson on how to play. Drawing skills are not required!  Rev. Kitty says if she can do it, so can you…and she will join us that night, so bring your support!

    Pictionary will be held at Unity in Naperville, 1600-C Shore Rd, Naperville, IL 60543.  Please bring snacks to share and a $2 entry fee is asked to fund the prize pot, so please bring cash. Sign up in the Front Room or email to admin@unityinnaperville.org so we know how many are coming.

June 9, 2024

  • SUNDAY SERVICE - EVERY SUNDAY at 10:45-11:45am
    Join Rev. Kitty Benson, Kim-Char Meredith and our band, Highest Good, for an IN-PERSON SERVICE or continue to watch us ONLINE as we LIVESTREAM from our Sanctuary!  Watch the livestream online beginning at 10:45 a.m. on our YouTube channel, our Facebook page or on our website UnityInNaperville.org.  Our Sunday Services include live and uplifting music, followed by Rev. Kitty's inspiring message and peaceful meditation.

    Please remember, Unity is a breathe-easy zone. Please refrain from wearing perfume or cologne while in our building to help us support those in need in our Unity Community.

  • “BACK ROOM DISCUSSION” FOR OUR ONLINE VIEWERS - 2nd SUNDAY OF THE MONTH - 12n-12:30pm

    access the Zoom room, click here.

    In the last three years, Unity’s Online Congregation has really grown. And we want to give our online attendees the chance to feel connected with our Leadership Team and other friends in our online community. Since you can’t hang out in person in Unity’s Front Room, we’re creating a virtual space to gather after the Service and we’re calling it the “Back Room.” Join Rev. Kitty and friends in this special Zoom room to meet and greet, talk about the Service, and let us know how we can better support you online. There’s no set agenda, but a moderator will keep things lively, so come to share, make friends, or just to listen in for a half hour or so. 

    To access the Zoom room, click here.  Trouble getting into the Back Room? Call or text 630-499-9968. See you there!

June 10, 2024

  • MONDAY MORNING METAPHYSICS (Online) - MONDAYS 10:30am–Noon CST

    To access the zoom call, click here

    ANNOUNCING:  Monday Morning Metaphysics will begin a NEW BOOK on Monday, March 18, 2024!  

    The Power of Decision, by Raymond Charles Barker

    “The Power of Decision” is a metaphysical classic, written by Dr. Raymond Charles Barker, a paragon in the New Thought movement.  Dr. Barker, who served as the Spiritual Leader of the First Church of Religious Science in New York City, was a prolific author and profound teacher of teachers.  (NOTE:  Louise Hay received her Spiritual Mind Practitioner license from Dr. Barker.)

    Of his book, Dr. Barker’s wrote, “There is one basic mental Law.  What you place in your subconscious mind must appear as your experience…Life can be lived fully and richly.  It all depends upon the decisions you make. Right decisions await your discovery of them.  This book will help to reveal them to you.”

    Click the Amazon link at UnityInNaperville.org to find the book and Amazon will donate to Unity.

    Monday Morning Metaphysics is a casual drop-in study/discussion group that meets on Zoom each Monday from 10:30 am – 12 Noon CT and is open to all.  Facilitated by Rev. Mary Beth Speer.  Every Monday morning is stand-alone, so drop in any time!  Our MMM format is to read books verbatim, so participants don’t need their own copy of the book to participate.  Participants are encouraged to designate Love Offerings to their selected spiritual source.  

    Join Zoom Meeting:   https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85251930920

    Meeting ID: 852 5193 0920

    One tap mobile

    +13126266799,,85251930920# US (Chicago)

    +13017158592,,85251930920# US (Washington DC)

    Meeting ID: 852 5193 0920

    Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kj97wKkk5

June 15, 2024
June 16, 2024

  • SUNDAY SERVICE - EVERY SUNDAY at 10:45-11:45am
    Join Rev. Kitty Benson, Kim-Char Meredith and our band, Highest Good, for an IN-PERSON SERVICE or continue to watch us ONLINE as we LIVESTREAM from our Sanctuary!  Watch the livestream online beginning at 10:45 a.m. on our YouTube channel, our Facebook page or on our website UnityInNaperville.org.  Our Sunday Services include live and uplifting music, followed by Rev. Kitty's inspiring message and peaceful meditation.

    Please remember, Unity is a breathe-easy zone. Please refrain from wearing perfume or cologne while in our building to help us support those in need in our Unity Community.

June 17, 2024

  • MONDAY MORNING METAPHYSICS (Online) - MONDAYS 10:30am–Noon CST

    To access the zoom call, click here

    ANNOUNCING:  Monday Morning Metaphysics will begin a NEW BOOK on Monday, March 18, 2024!  

    The Power of Decision, by Raymond Charles Barker

    “The Power of Decision” is a metaphysical classic, written by Dr. Raymond Charles Barker, a paragon in the New Thought movement.  Dr. Barker, who served as the Spiritual Leader of the First Church of Religious Science in New York City, was a prolific author and profound teacher of teachers.  (NOTE:  Louise Hay received her Spiritual Mind Practitioner license from Dr. Barker.)

    Of his book, Dr. Barker’s wrote, “There is one basic mental Law.  What you place in your subconscious mind must appear as your experience…Life can be lived fully and richly.  It all depends upon the decisions you make. Right decisions await your discovery of them.  This book will help to reveal them to you.”

    Click the Amazon link at UnityInNaperville.org to find the book and Amazon will donate to Unity.

    Monday Morning Metaphysics is a casual drop-in study/discussion group that meets on Zoom each Monday from 10:30 am – 12 Noon CT and is open to all.  Facilitated by Rev. Mary Beth Speer.  Every Monday morning is stand-alone, so drop in any time!  Our MMM format is to read books verbatim, so participants don’t need their own copy of the book to participate.  Participants are encouraged to designate Love Offerings to their selected spiritual source.  

    Join Zoom Meeting:   https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85251930920

    Meeting ID: 852 5193 0920

    One tap mobile

    +13126266799,,85251930920# US (Chicago)

    +13017158592,,85251930920# US (Washington DC)

    Meeting ID: 852 5193 0920

    Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kj97wKkk5

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