ABOUT US
The Unity community is global, inclusive, spiritual, accepting, and embracing. We offer practical, uplifting resources to help people of all faiths apply positive spiritual principles to their lives.
The Unity Movement is founded on Christian Principles, spiritual values, and the healing power of prayer. More than a religion Unity is a way of life, a spiritual path. Whether you have a church home, have never joined a church, or already practice Unity principles, we welcome you as a kindred spirit who is learning to apply spiritual principles in pursuit of a Happier, Healthier, and more Prosperous life.
Unity embraces all people, and encourages living to each one's spiritual awareness. We believe there is Truth in all teachings, and Unity leaves all people free to find the Truth for themselves.
PURPOSE STATEMENT
Honoring Oneness; celebrating life and expressing love.
MISSION STATEMENT
Being all that God created us to be.
VISION STATEMENT
Creating heaven on earth through oneness of mind, body and Spirit.
FIVE BASIC UNITY BELIEFS
ONE
There is only one Presence and one Power active in the universe and in my life, God the Good. God is all good and present everywhere.
TWO
We are spiritual beings, created in God's image. The spirit of God lives within
each person, therefore all people are inherently good.
THREE
We create our life experiences through our way of thinking.
FOUR
There is power in affirmative prayer, which we believe increases our connection
to God.
FIVE
Knowledge of these spiritual principles is not enough, we must live them.
A Brief History of Unity Church
Charles & Myrtle Fillmore
Co-founded in 1889 by Charles & Myrtle Fillmore in Kansas City, MO, Unity is rooted in this couple’s desire for physical healing. Both were well versed in world religions. Myrtle discovered that by repeating the affirmative prayer, "I am a child of God, therefore, I do not inherit sickness," and praying for perfect health for two years, she was healed of terminal tuberculosis. Charles used the same type of prayer that affirmed God’s presence within him, and he was healed of injuries that had hampered him since childhood. Their friends soon began practicing affirmative prayer, the Fillmores began writing about their beliefs, and the Unity movement was born.
It was never intended to become a religion, but evolved into one as interest in these gentle metaphysical ideas grew. The Fillmores never insisted that those who sought their help forsake medical attention. Unity supports the medical community and still believes in people getting help in every way they can. Unity is built on the belief in the healing power of prayer.