Fellowship groups provide many ways for people to come together to form a “community of communities” here at Unity Church. These small (and at times large!) groups provide a means to socialize, learn, and explore.

Involvement nurtures community. We are always searching for ways to bring people together in ways that feel right to each individual.  If you do not see a way that feels right for you, talk to Leon Dunkley by phone at 651-228-1456 x107 or by email at leon@unityunitarian.org and create something new!
 
Afterthoughts
Afterthoughts seeks to expand and deepen the experience of the worship service through conversation that uses the Sunday sermon as the starting point. All are invited to join this open group every Afterthoughts Afterthoughts meets on Sundays after the 10:00 a.m. service. Contact: Paul Gade at 651-771-7528 for meeting locations during summer construction.

Caregivers Group
An informal support group for caregivers. The Caregivers group meets on the third Thursday (June 21 and July 19) of the month from noon–2:00 p.m. Watch for details about meeting locations during summer construction. Contact: Janne Eller-Isaacs at janne@unityunitarian.org

Children and Youth

Circle Suppers
Circle Supper participants meet in the homes of church members for food and fellowship. There are a variety of suppers planned for families, vegetarians, those who strive to eat local, and more! Circle Supper hosts open their homes for 8 - 10 guests and potluck dishes will be organized. The hosts of one meal will, in turn, be guests at the next and so it goes. Contact: Leon Dunkley by email at leon@unityunitarian.org or by phone at 651-228-1456 x107.

Elders' Circle
The Elders' Circle is a group of church elders (self-identified!) who convene monthly (except during June, July and August) for worship, fellowship, and fun! Refreshments are served. For more information contact Ministerial Intern Jim Foti by email at jim@unityunitarian.org or by phone at 651-228-1456 x212.

Evergreen Quilt Group
Evergreen Quilters is a group of twenty-five members and friends of Unity Church–Unitarian who quilt or want to learn how to quilt, and who love to share their creativity and skills with each other and the wider community. All people of the church are welcome to join the group at any time.
Evergreen Quilters will entice you with its bi-annual exhibit and silent auction of small quilts, wall hangings, mats, bags, and a beautiful raffle quilt held in the Parish Hall. Evergreen Quilters meet on the second Tuesday of the month (June 12 and July 10) from 7:00-9:00 p.m. and fourth Saturday of the month (June 23 and July 28) from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Contact: Peggy Wright at 651-698-2760 to find out where meetings locations during summer construction.

Grandparent Unitots!
This group will not meet during summer construction.
Meets every Monday at 9:30 a.m. in the Nursery. Contact: Ona Lentz

Living With Grief Group
A group for people living with grief and loss. The Living with Grief Group meets on the third Tuesday of the month (June 18 and July 17) from 7:00-9:00 p.m. Contact: Janne Eller-Isaacs at janne@unityunitarian.org  and watch for meeting locations during summer construction.

Men's Group 2011
The Unity Men's Group is open to all men. Contact: Nels Otto

Men's Retirement Group
The Men’s Retirement Group is a group for men —retired or not— who are interested in meeting to talk about this life transition. The group meets Monday, June 4, June 19, July 9, and July 23, from 1:00-3:00 p.m. Contact: Phil Morton at 952-934-3578 for meeting locations during summer construction.

A New Look at the Bible
This Bible study group uses group and personal exercises creatively to demonstrate that the Bible speaks to religious liberals. Different versions of a biblical text are read and compared; both positive and negative responses are encouraged. Anything goes in this class, where the Bible is not an irrefutable document, but a rich, sometimes puzzling, sometimes transforming resource for understanding and coping with life. A New Look at the Bible meets on the second Thursday of the month (June 14 and July 12) at 7:00 p.m. Contact: Paul Gade at 651-771-7528 for meeting locations during summer construction.

Unitots!
Unitots will not meet during summer construction.
A group for families with kids through preschool age. Meets every Friday at 9:00 a.m. in the Nursery.  Contact:  Kerri Meyer

Unity Bridge Club
First Friday of the month (June 1 and July 6) at 7:00 p.m. Contact: Priscilla Swartz at 651-454-3209 to find out where the Bridge Club will meet during summer construction.

Unity Book Club
Second Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m..   Contact Jack Hawthorne at  jack.hawthorne@comcast.net for meeting locations during summer construction.
Everyone is welcome -- even if you haven't read the book.
June 12, 2012: Outcasts United by Warren St. John
July 10, 2012: The Land of Painted Caves: Earth's Children (Book Six) by Jean M. Auel 
August 14, 2012: Wisdom of the Last Farmer: Harvesting Legacies from the Land by David Mas Masumoto
September 11, 2012: Snow Flower and the Secret Fan: A Novel by Lisa See

Unity Gardeners
Join other Unity Gardeners and sign on for a few hours of weeding/watering. No experience necessary! Contact Ethel Griggs at c.griggs@comcast.net.

Women’s Programming
Contact:  Barbara Hubbard

Zen Meditation
Find renewal and grounding in the practice of Zen meditation. Tuesdays from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. will meet in the Sanctuary during construction. Contact Ken Ford at kford5@comcast.net