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SUMMARY:Chili Cook-Off
DESCRIPTION:It’s Chili Time!! Join us on October 4\, 2026\, after the Service in the Sanctuary Courtyard for our 2026 Chili Cook Off. Price for the Chili Cook Off meal is $10 for adults (receive 5 voting tickets) and $5 for children 12 and younger (receive 2 voting tickets). This fee entitles you to sample each of the chilis and receive a salad\, cornbread\, dessert\, and beverages. \n\n\n\n$10 Adults\, $5 Children \n\n\n\nSign up here as a chili maker or to volunteer at the event.
URL:https://unityhouston.org/event/chili-cook-off-2/
LOCATION:Unity of Houston – Sanctuary Courtyard\, 2929 Unity Drive\, Houston\, TX\, 77057\, United States
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SUMMARY:Healing Through Song & Sound
DESCRIPTION:Facilitated by Jason & deMarco \n\n\n\nCome enjoy an intimate afternoon filled with Jason & deMarco favorites\, hear where their musical and spiritual journey has taken them\, and experience music from their newest album\, Mantras for the Soul. More than a concert\, the afternoon will be a time of reconnection\, remembering\, and experiencing the healing power of sound. Through music\, mantra\, reflection\, and an immersive sound-healing experience\, Jason & deMarco invite you to slow down\, open your heart\, and simply receive. Attendees are welcome to bring a yoga mat\, pillow\, and/or blanket and get comfortable during the sound-healing portion of the concert. \n\n\n\nJason & deMarco Return to Unity of Houston Homecoming Sunday & Afternoon Concert: Healing Through Song & Sound. For Jason & deMarco\, returning to Unity of Houston is truly a homecoming. Jason & deMarco were part of the staff and spiritual community at Unity of Houston\, sharing their music and ministry during an important chapter of their lives. On Homecoming Sunday\, they return to a place that holds so many special memories\, joining the morning services in special music and then offering a very special afternoon concert\, Healing Through Song & Sound\, reconnecting with a community that has remained close to their hearts. Whether you remember Jason & deMarco from their years at Unity of Houston or are discovering their music for the first time\, come share in this special homecoming and an afternoon of music\, connection\, healing\, and love. \n\n\n\nLove Offering
URL:https://unityhouston.org/event/healing-through-song-sound/
LOCATION:Unity of Houston – Pyramid\, 2929 Unity Drive\, Houston\, 77057\, United States
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SUMMARY:Pet Blessing
DESCRIPTION:Facilitated by Rev. Cindy Cline and Animal Kinship Ministry \n\n\n\nJoin us on October 10 for our annual Blessing of the Animals\, a beautiful celebration of the unconditional love\, companionship\, and joy our animal friends bring into our lives. Bring your beloved pets – dogs\, cats\, or any other animal companions – as we gather together to honor and bless these precious members of our families. We will celebrate the sacred bond we share with all creatures and give thanks for the love they so freely give us.
URL:https://unityhouston.org/event/pet-blessing/
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SUMMARY:Unity in the Community Lunch & Learn - October 11
DESCRIPTION:Join us after the Sunday Service for lunch and an informative presentation by Ana Rausch\, the CEO of The Beacon. She will give an update on homelessness and local efforts. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOcassionally\, Unity in the Community hosts a Lunch & Learn\, featuring speakers from Houston organizations serving in our Unity of Houston areas of community outreach: child advocacy\, hunger\, and homelessness. These speakers are some of the foremost thought leaders in our region\, sharing their perspectives on the issues that face the Houston area.  \n\n\n\nAt Unity of Houston\, reaching out into the community is a proactive way in which we live the principles we believe – that we all spiritually connected\, one to another.  In this belief\, when the consciousness of one is raised\, that\, in turn\, raises the consciousness of us all.  We connect to our Oneness by working with others to help those in need. \n\n\n\nPlease join us for lunch and find out how you can help support this organization and our community outreach projects. \n\n\n\nSuggested lunch donation: $10 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Ana Rausch: Ana Rausch is a nationally recognized leader in social systems transformation.  With over 25 years of experience in nonprofit leadership\, she is known for designing and implementing large-scale\, data-driven initiatives that generate measurable impact and lasting change. \n\n\n\nShe most recently served as Director of System Transformation for Clutch Consulting Group.  Prior to that\, she served as Vice President of Program Operations at the Coalition for the Homeless of Houston\, where she played a pivotal role in reducing homelessness by 63 percent across the region. She led the implementation of Houston’s Coordinated Entry system\, helped design the nationally recognized Encampment Response Strategy\, and expanded federal funding from $23 million to $46 million—all while overseeing the organization’s largest department and managing system-wide strategic planning and performance evaluation. \n\n\n\nDuring her career\, Rausch’s leadership has shaped policy and practice across the U.S.\, and her work has been featured in numerous media articles. She holds Master of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees in Psychology and resides in northwest Houston.
URL:https://unityhouston.org/event/unity-in-the-community-lunch-learn-october-11/
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SUMMARY:El regalo del Silencio: Retiro de meditacion
DESCRIPTION:Facilitado por Rev. Claudia Olmos\, con invitados especiales: Jesús Escorcia\, Miguel Arkit y Candace Kasaros.  \n\n\n\nRetiro de Silencio: Un espacio para volver a ti  \n\n\n\nHaz una pausa. Respira. Suelta el ruido y escucha lo que tu interior tiene para decirte.  \n\n\n\nTe invitamos a regalarte un día para desconectar del ritmo cotidiano y reconectar con tu paz interior\, en un retiro abierto a todas las personas\, sin importar su experiencia previa.  \n\n\n\nA través del silencio\, la meditación\, la contemplación y prácticas de renovación energética\, crearemos un espacio para aquietar la mente\, abrir el corazón y regresar al momento presente.  \n\n\n\nA lo largo del día compartiremos diferentes experiencias que nos invitarán a relajarnos\, renovar nuestra energía y profundizar en nuestra conexión interior\, incluyendo meditación\, energía Reiki\, tai chi y un relajante baño de sonido.  \n\n\n\nCerraremos el día con una ceremonia de cacao\, creando un espacio especial para integrar lo vivido\, agradecer y conectar con el corazón.  \n\n\n\nSerá un día para bajar el ritmo\, respirar profundamente\, escuchar nuestra voz interior y simplemente estar. Un espacio para reconectar contigo y disfrutar de la presencia y la energía de la comunidad.  \n\n\n\nTodos y todas son bienvenidos a recibir el regalo del silencio\, la presencia y la renovación.  \n\n\n\nCompartiremos los alimentos juntos\, por lo que te invitamos a traer un platillo para compartir.  \n\n\n\nVen tal como eres. No necesitas experiencia\, date permiso simplemente estar.  \n\n\n\nInscripción temprana (antes del 27 de septiembre) $49  \n\n\n\nA partir del 28 de septiembre $60  \n\n\n\nregístrate aquí
URL:https://unityhouston.org/event/el-regalo-del-silencio-retiro-de-meditacion-3/
LOCATION:Unity of Houston – Pyramid\, 2929 Unity Drive\, Houston\, 77057\, United States
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