Membership at Unity of Whidbey ( Membership Application Below)
Membership at Unity of Whidbey offers you the opportunity to grow in Spirit. As you pursue your spiritual path, we encourage you to explore what it means to be committed to living universal truths. Membership in Unity is not required, but is encouraged as a way for an individual to commit to his or her own spiritual growth. Active members attend services regularly, participate in events, invest their time in service to our spiritual community, attend classes and contribute their financial gifts to Unity of Whidbey.
Do I have to be a member to attend on Sundays or special events?
Membership is not required to participate joyfully in the work of Unity of Whidbey. All worship, educational, and social activities are open to everyone.
Why should I consider becoming a member?
Membership is a step to consider when you are ready to place your spiritual growth first, knowing that as you do, and to the degree you do, “all else shall be added unto you.” This ministry supports you in knowing “the kingdom of God within you.” We are dedicated to assisting you in learning to live an increasingly effective and fulfilled life. Membership is asking more of yourself so that you might experience spiritual growth leading to personal transformation, the fullness of life, and an abundance of all good things.
Membership in Unity of Whidbey helps to transform any old feelings of “not belonging.” Many of us arrive at Unity from other traditions having searched for a place where we feel at home. Embracing membership affirms, “I belong!”
Committing to membership is a public affirmation that says “I walk my talk” setting an example for others in living a positive life.
Only members can participate in voting on important church matters and serve on the Board of Directors.
You become a part of the growing group of people who are living consciously and actively making a difference in the world right here on Whidbey Island.
What do I get for becoming a member?
Membership has certain Rights & Responsibilities.
The Rights of Membership include being able to vote on the business of this ministry. As a member, you are also eligible to seek service as a member of our Board of Directors. But even more importantly than this specific outer form of service, membership allows you to become invested directly in the well-being of this spiritual community. As with any relationship, it is our commitment to be present and participatory that makes a spiritual community viable and vibrant. Membership is the fundamental step in that commitment. By becoming a member, you become more than just a Sunday congregant or a class participant. You become a co-creator of this ministry, which is why membership is rightfully considered an initiatory step that can greatly enhance spiritual growth.
The Responsibilities of Membership are:
By declaring interest in Membership, you affirm that you are willing to commit to doing your part in assuring the success of your personal life experience and the future good of our ministry at Unity of Whidbey. After becoming a member, should you not attend Unity of Whidbey, or choose not to financially contribute for a period of one year, your membership would lapse, however, it would be reinstated at any point that you choose to return.
How do I pursue membership?
Unity of Whidbey has a New Member Sunday periodically throughout the year when new members are welcomed into our spiritual family with a ceremony within the Worship Celebration. If, after prayerful consideration, you wish to pursue membership in Unity of Whidbey, complete the Membership Application below. Upon receipt of your application, you will be notified of the date of our next Membership Sunday.
Membership Application:
Membership at Unity of Whidbey offers you the opportunity to grow in Spirit. As you pursue your spiritual path, we encourage you to explore what it means to be committed to living universal truths. Membership in Unity is not required, but is encouraged as a way for an individual to commit to his or her own spiritual growth. Active members attend services regularly, participate in events, invest their time in service to our spiritual community, attend classes and contribute their financial gifts to Unity of Whidbey.
Do I have to be a member to attend on Sundays or special events?
Membership is not required to participate joyfully in the work of Unity of Whidbey. All worship, educational, and social activities are open to everyone.
Why should I consider becoming a member?
Membership is a step to consider when you are ready to place your spiritual growth first, knowing that as you do, and to the degree you do, “all else shall be added unto you.” This ministry supports you in knowing “the kingdom of God within you.” We are dedicated to assisting you in learning to live an increasingly effective and fulfilled life. Membership is asking more of yourself so that you might experience spiritual growth leading to personal transformation, the fullness of life, and an abundance of all good things.
Membership in Unity of Whidbey helps to transform any old feelings of “not belonging.” Many of us arrive at Unity from other traditions having searched for a place where we feel at home. Embracing membership affirms, “I belong!”
Committing to membership is a public affirmation that says “I walk my talk” setting an example for others in living a positive life.
Only members can participate in voting on important church matters and serve on the Board of Directors.
You become a part of the growing group of people who are living consciously and actively making a difference in the world right here on Whidbey Island.
What do I get for becoming a member?
Membership has certain Rights & Responsibilities.
The Rights of Membership include being able to vote on the business of this ministry. As a member, you are also eligible to seek service as a member of our Board of Directors. But even more importantly than this specific outer form of service, membership allows you to become invested directly in the well-being of this spiritual community. As with any relationship, it is our commitment to be present and participatory that makes a spiritual community viable and vibrant. Membership is the fundamental step in that commitment. By becoming a member, you become more than just a Sunday congregant or a class participant. You become a co-creator of this ministry, which is why membership is rightfully considered an initiatory step that can greatly enhance spiritual growth.
The Responsibilities of Membership are:
- Prayer. Everything in Unity begins with prayer. As it is truly “done unto you as you believe,” the key to changing and elevating your belief system is through affirmative prayer. Your commitment to prayer (for yourself, for this spiritual community, and for the world) comes first. It is through exercising this “responsibility” that you receive one of the greatest rights and gifts as a member – the blessing of the two-way healing flow of love and gratitude which results from prayer.
- Worship. Sunday Celebrations are opportunities for fellowship, renewal and the expression of gratitude. Members help the church to flourish and support others on their spiritual journey by their willingness to be at Unity of Whidbey every Sunday unless they are healing or out of town.
- Education. We grow in knowledge of Principle and in self-awareness through a continuing plan of study. We expect all to take advantage of classes, knowing that growth and fellowship are inevitable results when we continue to ask more of ourselves. You gain, too, a fuller practical appreciation of the Christ teachings of love and joy.
- Pledging. We know through experience that giving establishes a greater pattern of good for all. We hope members will find the faith to pledge to our Root Stewards Program, remembering that Unity of Whidbey is supported entirely by the freewill generosity of all its congregants.
- Service. We encourage members actively to participate in some form of service, within the church.
By declaring interest in Membership, you affirm that you are willing to commit to doing your part in assuring the success of your personal life experience and the future good of our ministry at Unity of Whidbey. After becoming a member, should you not attend Unity of Whidbey, or choose not to financially contribute for a period of one year, your membership would lapse, however, it would be reinstated at any point that you choose to return.
How do I pursue membership?
Unity of Whidbey has a New Member Sunday periodically throughout the year when new members are welcomed into our spiritual family with a ceremony within the Worship Celebration. If, after prayerful consideration, you wish to pursue membership in Unity of Whidbey, complete the Membership Application below. Upon receipt of your application, you will be notified of the date of our next Membership Sunday.
Membership Application: