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WORLD DAY OF PRAYER
Events at the Unity Village Activities Center
Opening Ceremony
Wednesday, September 8 | 7 p.m. CT Live-Streamed Event
Opening Ceremony in the Activities Center, featuring keynote speaker Rev. Paul Tenaglia, with music by the vocal ensemble Spiritus and very special guest singer Rosena Hill.
Rev. Paul Tenaglia is the founding minister of Unity of New York—A Spiritual Center for Creative Living, which draws members and attendees from the tri-state area and New England and has a congregation with over 60 percent working in the theatre, film and arts community. Paul’s credo is that each one of us is a Divine Artist/Minister with the power to create a healthy, prosperous and creative life—and helping others to know it as well.
Spiritus (Latin for “breath of God”) has been an integral part of the ministry at Unity of New York. The group was formed in 1996 by Rev. Paul Tenaglia as a part of his vision for ministry that includes the arts as an important element of the worship experience. Spiritus, under the direction of Britt Hall, has attracted its members from such places as the stages of Broadway, Off-Broadway, and regional theaters. The group has recently released their second CD, We Are One, which is available in the Unity Village bookstore.
Rosena M. Hill, Unity of New York member and beloved vocalist, is currently performing in her eighth Broadway show, Come Fly Away, as the featured singer. Other Broadway roles include Lady of the Lake in Monty Python’s Spamalot, one of the Church Ladies in The Color Purple, plus roles in Oklahoma! Ragtime, Marie Christine and Riverdance. Rosena’s debut CD, If You Believe, has just been released.
Candlelighting Service
Wednesday, September 8 | 8 p.m. CT This event will not be broadcast.
Candlelighting Service and procession from the Activities Center to the Silent Unity Chapel.
Following the 8 p.m. procession, the World Day of Prayer 24-hour prayer vigil begins in the Silent Unity Chapel and continues through Thursday, September 9, at 8:30 p.m.
Reception
Wednesday, September 8 | 8:30 p.m. CT This event will not be broadcast.
Reception with refreshments in the Fillmore Hall.
Daily Word Service
Thursday, September 9 | 8 a.m. CT Live-Streamed Event
Daily Word Service in the Activities Center, with guest speaker Eileen Stark.
Fountain Dedication Ceremony
Thursday, September 9 | 9 a.m. CT This event will not be broadcast.
Fountain Dedication Ceremony in the Central Courtyard, with guest speaker Rev. Phillip Pierson.
Silent Unity Prayer Service
Thursday, September 9 | 11 a.m. CT Live-Streamed Event
Silent Unity Prayer Service in the Activities Center, directed by Rev. Kelly Isola, featuring Unity Institute students and alumni.
Sacred Circle
Thursday, September 9 | 1 p.m. CT This event will not be broadcast.
Sacred Circle, hosted by Rachel Simpson and Jenny Hahn on the west lawn of the Administration Building.
In the Flow of Life Workshop
Thursday, September 9 | 2–3:30 p.m. CT This event will not be broadcast.
In the Flow of Life Workshop in the Fillmore Chapel, facilitated by Mona Krane and Rev. Tom Thorpe, based on the Eric Butterworth book by the same name. The workshop is offered free of charge.
Fountain Celebration
Thursday, September 9 | 5:30–7:30 p.m. CT This event will not be broadcast.
Fountain Celebration in the Rose Garden.
6–6:05 p.m. Recognition of Event
6:10–6:20 p.m. Remarks/Donor Recognition
6:20–7:30 p.m. Reception
Outdoor Concert
Thursday, September 9 | 7:45–8:25 p.m. CT This event will not be broadcast.
Outdoor Concert in the Rose Garden featuring Spiritus.
Closing Ceremony
Thursday, September 9 | 8:30 p.m. CT This event will not be broadcast.
World Day of Prayer Closing Ceremony in the Silent Unity Chapel.
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