Unity Church Of Clearwater

Leddy Hammock I am a child of God, becoming more loving as I grow. As I grow up spiritually, I express greater love – less self-centered and more Spirit-centered. I learn to be more loving as I resolve to evolve. Thank God for lovelution! I resolve to evolve as a stronger and more loving child of God.

Leddy Hammock This is my prayer: an understanding heart, a heart so full of love that I see good everywhere I look, loving God with all my heart and loving others as myself, a clear mind, an open heart, living in peace with all.

Leddy Hammock Inspired by lyrics to “Why Wait?” by Daniel Nahmod: Why wait for that wake-up call? Why wait, until it’s too late? There is only today. Why wait? Why would we keep a dream a secret all our life? There is only today. Why wait? Why wait before that pouring rain, before that hurricane? There is only today. Why wait? Let the future fall away. Let regret evaporate. There is only today. Why wait?

David Roth Inspired by lyrics by David Roth: “I’m learning how to find my way – so far, so good.” “I count my blessings every day – so far, so good.” “One more moment, one more minute, I take the good and get right in it – so far, so good.” “I’ve got a place to lay my head – so far, so good. To everyone whose not so blessed, I say a prayer and send my best, and now I lay me down to rest – so far, so good!”

Leddy Hammock From lyrics by Eddie Watkins, Jr.: We’re not alone and there’s nothing we have to do on our own, because we are the place where God lives, moves and breathes and has Its being. We are the place where God shows up.  

Leddy Hammock Inspired by lyrics to “If You Want To Be Happy” (Words and music by Sloan Wainwright, Sue Riley, Jana Stanfield): “Don’t believe all that you think – if you want to be happy.” “If you want to be happy, be careful what you say. Resist the urge to criticize when things don't go your way. You can't make yourself feel better putting other people down. Remember words can hurt you when they come back around.” “Focus on the things you have, not what you haven't got – if you want to be happy.” “Give up control.” “Trust the Mystery – if you want to be happy.”

Inspired by lyrics to Memory Makers, by Sue Riley. “After the dazzle of Christmas, the holiday frazzle is past. Peace descends in the silent night, at last.” We give thanks for the memory makers: the wise ones who shared with us the unforgettable moments that we treasure still. We give thanks for the memory makers: the dear ones of Christmases past who kept alive their faith in the shining potential within us and who never lost faith in us. We give thanks for the memory makers: the precious ones who loved us through the passage of time and kept alive for us the promises of a bright new year and sweet Christmases yet to be. Thank You, God, and may we all be Memory Makers.

The Night You Were Born Inspired by words by Nancy Tillman: On the night or day that each of us was born, the moon smiled with such wonder that the stars peeked in to see each of us, and the night wind whispered, “Life will never be the same.” Because there had never been anyone like any of us, ever in the world. So enchanted with every child was the wind and the rain, that they whispered the sound of each baby’s name.  The sound of each name is a magical one. Now, we’ll whisper, very softly, for every baby being born, all over the world: “You are the light of the world.” So whenever we doubt just how special we are – and we wonder who loves us, how much and how far, listen for the sound of the voice of the one known as the Light of the World whispering our names, and know that we are each unique and every one dearly loved. This is true of every newborn child: “Never before in story or rhyme (not even once upon a time) has the world ever known a YOU, my friend, and it never will, not ever again. Heaven blew

Leddy Hammock Stables, by Peter Mayer In Bethlehem a manger waits, long ago and so today, Where hatred-weary people pray Love will come and lay there. And so do countless stables stand in hearts as harsh as desert lands, Rough shelters in the wind and sand, so Love will come and stay there –. Love that opens fists of hate, heaps of gold on beggars’ plates, Love that shows a kindly face to enemies and strangers. And walls of stables tremble so when winds of fear and judgment blow. For a stable hopes in Love alone and knows that Love’s the answer. Oh, Love, the prophets’ only word, the only lesson left to learn, The only end of heaven’s work, and the only road that goes there — Love that sees with mercy’s eyes, holds its arms out open wide, Threads its loom with separate lives and weaves them all together. So, may the lamps of stables glow brightly lit that light may go for miles in the darkness, so Love will find its way there.

Leddy Hammock Inspired by lyrics to “Search the Sky,” by Sloan Wainwright: “Search the sky for that star, star of light, star of love – bright enough to guide believers from afar, seeking their rumored newborn King. And when we wish upon it, we wish for our only gift, peace around our troubled world, peace within ourselves. Search the face of the child, shining with the spirit of Christmases in your heart, and all that joy shall easily be restored. We’ve traveled such a long way – we’ve forgotten what for. Then we gaze upon the face of that child and hope for the only gift: peace around our troubled world, peace within ourselves.” Search the sky – and your heart – for that star of light, star of love.

Leddy Hammock Nothing is impossible. It is never too late. Nothing is too much for God, no challenge too great. Hold onto your faith. The Truth will be revealed. Nothing is incurable. All things can be healed.

Leddy Hammock Based on lyrics by Eddiw Watkins, Jr., to “All Is Well” Today I declare freedom from yesterday, mistakes of the past. Today all things are made brand new. And it feels so good to know that all is well and unfolding as it should. I can change my reality by changing my mind. Perfect peace, joy and happiness is yours and it’s mine. I am loved and so are you, and it feels so good to know that all is well, and unfolding as it should. I am led by the Spirit, I am fed by love divine. I am one with all that is. My soul is free from time. I am blessed and so are you, and it feels so good to know that all is well, and unfolding as it should. All is well and all is well and Divine Spirit is directing me right now. All is well, all is well, all is well and unfolding as it should.

Leddy Hammock Based on lyrics to “Keep the Table Set” by David Roth and Tom Ryan: God has prepared a feast for me and has set the table for me to enjoy every good thing. My mind set is to expect the best. In all my life, I give thanks in advance, expecting good and only good. I shine all my dishes with my dreams and my wishes. I keep the table set. I believe that God’s will for all people is good and only good. There is always room for more people at our table. We can always set an extra plate. Although we may say grace in many ways, we all stay grateful. We bring hope and peace to the table. God is our instant, constant, abundant Source, and something wonderful is always coming our way. We are ready for God’s banquet: we keep the table set.

Chelley Seibert I am brave enough to claim for my just reward. I am brave enough to face a tall challenge. I am brave enough to let go of the past and follow my calling. I am brave enough to follow my inner guidance and do one thing that scares me, every day.

Judy Tafelski As the seasons change, I choose to “fall back” on the Truth of Spirit and let life be easy now (inspired by lyrics by Karen Drucker): “Let it be easy. Now that I see the light, I won’t work on, day and night. I vow to take good care of me. Let it be easy. I don’t need to run a race. I’m choosing ease and grace, enjoying the ride. Let it be easy. I heard a voice calling to me, ‘Let it be easy.’ I make the choice to trust my voice. Let it be easy.”

Leddy Hammock Bitterness gets me nowhere. I wander until I remember that God hears my prayers and guides me home. I am not bitter or uncertain now. I am a royal child of the Most High destined for unlimited possibilities. Even when it seems laughable to believe things will work out for me, I have faith that God’s plans for me are good. There is joy in my heart! No one owns me. I am neither angry, bitter, exhausted, lost, or scared. I am not timid or sad. I am energetic, fearless, and confident. I intend to survive. I persist. I never give up. I only let go and let God, for my heart is the handmaid of the LORD.

Leddy Hammock Inspired by words of Nimo Patel in “Being Kind” — I just sit and pray in silence and God shows me the signs. I open my eyes and realize we are fine, one small act at a time. Small acts we do together, even though maybe alone, change the world for the better, so we can call it home. And this is life: as we know, when our hearts are aligned, the magic that unfolds, one small act at a time. When I’m kind to others, they pay it forward. This is how we build trust. Thank You, God, for letting me realize, when I serve humanity, I’m really serving You in disguise.

Leddy Hammock “On the day that we met . . . I noticed a crown on the top of your head . . . .I always knew just what your crown meant. It meant that you were MAGNIFICENT.” “That means you are grand from your toes to your chin. Take a deep breath, and let that sink in . . . . and it means, like a star, YOU WERE BORN TO SHINE . . . .” “Whatever it is you choose to do, no one can do it exactly like you. . . . And if you fall down, remember your glorious, marvelous crown. It won’t flicker or fade. It won’t dim. It won’t leave. ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS BELIEVE.” “The world is a wonderland waiting for you. And you get to share it with all your friends, too! They each have a crown that is faithful and true. No one’s is brighter, no one’s is duller. It’s only a crown of a different color. So sometimes, just every now and then, whisper ‘I believe’ again. Your crown is your best friend forever, by far. It tells the true story of just who you are.”

Leddy Hammock from I’d Know You Anywhere” by Nancy Tillman If one day we’re walking and talking, just us, and you looked different, “I might be surprised, but just for a while. I’d know it was you by your magical smile.” Even if you had been away for a long time and didn’t look at all like yourself, “I’d say, ‘My, my . . . that is quite a disguise!’ But I’d know it was you by the gleam in your eyes.” “There are things about you quite unlike any other . . . Things always known by your father or mother. So, if you decide to be different one day, no worries . . . I’d know you anyway.” “Yes, without question I’d know it was you.” “I know you by heart.” Because, child of God, “I’d know you anywhere.”

Leddy Hammock from You’re Here for a Reason by Nancy Tilllman “You’re here for a reason, you certainly are. The world would be different without you, by far. If not for your hands and your eyes and your feet, the world, like a puzzle, would be incomplete. Even the smallest of things that you do blossom and multiply far beyond you.” . . . “You’re here for a reason. If you think you’re not, I would just say that perhaps you forgot – a piece of the world that is precious and dear would surely be missing if you weren’t here. If not for your smile and your laugh and your heart, this place we call home would be minus a part. Thank goodness you’re here! Thank goodness times two! I just can’t imagine a world without you. You are loved.”