Unity of Walnut Creek

2019-08-25 August 25, 2019 – The Power of the Divine Ron Salazar, L.U.T. Ron Salazar, L.U.T. delivers an inspiring message on the second principle of Unity - our inherent divinity - as part of a five-part series on prosperity through the five principles. Drawing from his personal experiences, including standing before Europe's most powerful waterfall in Iceland, Ron reminds us that the same divine power flowing through nature flows through each of us. He explores Charles Fillmore's powers of power and understanding, emphasizing that true prosperity is not something we chase externally but a natural byproduct of awakening to our divine nature and letting it express freely through us.

2019-08-18 August 18, 2019 – God is My Source Rev. Kristin Powell

2019-08-11 August 11, 2019 – I Love You Rev. Kristin Powell with Louise de Leeuw, Elise & Kaleo Ching

2019-08-04 August 4, 2019 – Thank You Rev. Kristin Powell with Carol Kuhn & Brenlee Reida Rev. Kristin Powell continues her series on Self-Identity Ho'oponopono, exploring how the simple phrases - I'm sorry, please forgive me, I love you, thank you - bring us home to the divine within. Carol Kuhn and Brenlee Reida share personal testimonies of how this Native Hawaiian practice has brought them greater calm, better sleep, and a grounded sense of peace in everyday moments. Rev. Kristin Powell emphasizes that by clearing old programs and memories through this practice, we not only heal ourselves but contribute to healing our world, inviting the community to join together in practicing Ho'oponopono as a collective act of love and restoration.

2019-07-28 July 28, 2019 – I Apologize, Please Forgive Me Rev. Kristin Powell with Julie Cohn Rev. Kristin Powell explores the transformative Hawaiian practice of Ho'oponopono - using the four simple phrases "I apologize, please forgive me, thank you, I love you" - as a pathway to releasing judgment, healing old wounds, and reconnecting with our divine nature. Through humorous personal stories about swimming laps and crumbs on countertops, she illustrates how we project our subconscious memories onto others and how this practice frees us from self-made prisons. Rev. Kristin Powell also welcomes guest Julie Kohn, who shares her powerful testimony of healing from cancer through Ho'oponopono forgiveness work, reminding us that taking 100% responsibility for what enters our awareness opens the door to profound personal and collective transformation.

2019-07-21 July 21, 2019 – Aloha and Ho’oponopono Rev. Kristin Powell with Elise & Kaleo Ching Rev. Kristin Powell shares the deep spiritual wisdom of aloha and ho'oponopono following her trip to Hawaii, exploring how aloha means far more than a greeting - it is the breath of life, unconditional love, and a recognition of God within us all. Joined by Elise and Kaleo Ching, who offer a beautiful Hawaiian chant and meditation, Rev. Kristin Powell introduces the modernized self-identity ho'oponopono practice of four simple phrases - I apologize, please forgive me, I love you, thank you - as a powerful tool for cleaning the subconscious mind and taking 100% responsibility for healing ourselves and the world around us.

2019-07-14 July 14, 2019 – The Sacred and The Silly Greg Tamblyn Greg Tamblyn weaves together humor and sacred wisdom in this engaging message about finding joy in the present moment. Drawing from his own experience of deep personal crisis, Greg shares how silliness and laughter became powerful tools for reframing life's challenges and returning to the now. Through original songs, playful audience exercises, and insights from figures like Patch Adams and the mystics, he demonstrates that humor is not the opposite of the sacred but a genuine pathway to it. Greg Tamblyn reminds us that worry pulls us from the present, while childlike playfulness opens the door to the kingdom within - and he closes by guiding the community into a meditative chant experience that bridges the silly and the sacred.

2019-07-07 July 7, 2019 – The Wow Factor Rev. Kristin Powell Rev. Kristin Powell invites us into the simple yet profound prayer of "wow" - that spontaneous expression of awe and gratitude that connects us to the divine presence in everyday moments. Drawing from Anne Lamott's three essential prayers of "help, thanks, and wow," Rev. Kristin Powell explores how wonder and gratitude naturally intertwine, whether we're marveling at breaching whales, the miracle of our own bodies, or the innocent wisdom of a child pointing us toward a beautiful bug. She reminds us that staying open, paying attention, and expressing our amazement are keys to living in joyful connection with the sacred unfolding of life all around us.

2019-06-30 June 30, 2019 – Claiming Truth Rev. Kristin Powell Rev. Kristin Powell explores the transformative power of affirmative prayer - the foundational spiritual practice upon which Unity was built. Drawing from scripture, personal stories, and practical wisdom, she reminds us that affirmative prayer is not about pleading or bargaining with God, but about aligning ourselves with the divine truth already within us. Rev. Kristin Powell shares how she and her partner moved to California on nothing but a prayer and watched their blessings multiply beyond imagination, illustrating how claiming our good in the present tense activates spiritual principle. She invites us to remember our wholeness, speak our word with faith, and watch as life unfolds in ways greater than we could have asked.

2019-06-23 June 23, 2019 – Reaching Out and Giving Over Rev. Kristin Powell Rev. Kristin Powell explores the transformative power of the simplest prayer - "help" - drawing inspiration from Anne Lamott's three essential prayers: help, thanks, and wow. Through vivid stories from the Unity Convention, including the remarkable journey of Maggie Cook Garcia from orphan to millionaire, Rev. Kristin Powell illustrates how asking for help opens us to divine connection and strengthens our relationships with one another. She reminds us that answered prayers often arrive in mundane, everyday ways rather than dramatic revelations, and that surrendering - giving over rather than giving up - allows miracles to unfold in our interconnected lives.

2019-06-16 June 16, 2019 – Holders of Sacred Space Rev. Kristin Powell Rev. Kristin Powell delivers a powerful Father's Day message exploring how false definitions of masculinity have harmed men, women, and the planet itself. Drawing from the book Becoming Nicole, the example of Jesus as a whole and balanced being, and her own tender memories of her father's struggle to express emotion, Rev. Kristin Powell invites us to reclaim the sacred masculine - one that is emotionally strong, spiritually surrendered, and unafraid to embrace the divine feminine within. She calls on this community to free themselves from limiting beliefs and become mentors, advocates, and living examples of wholeness for the next generation.

2019-06-09 June 9, 2019 – Solidifying Trust Rev. Kristin Powell Rev. Kristin Powell explores the essential elements of solidifying trust through Brene Brown's BRAVING inventory - boundaries, reliability, accountability, vault, integrity, non-judgment, and generosity - weaving each element into our spiritual journey. Using the beautiful story of a calm little girl on a turbulent plane who trusts because the pilot is her father taking her home, Rev. Kristin Powell reminds us that when we know who is guiding our lives, we can release fear and anxiety. She invites us to become trustworthy spiritual leaders by aligning our actions with our values, following our inner guidance, and extending generous interpretations to others - all grounded in the knowing that we are always being piloted safely home.

2019-06-02 June 2, 2019 – Rumbling with Vulnerability Rev. Kristin Powell Rev. Kristin Powell shares a powerful and personal exploration of vulnerability as a pathway to spiritual growth, drawing from Brene Brown's "Dare to Lead" to debunk six common myths that keep us armored and disconnected. Through stories from her own journey - from a terrifying early career presentation to breaking through a board in her kitchen - Rev. Kristin Powell illustrates how embracing vulnerability rather than resisting it opens the door to divine magnificence already within us. She reminds us that courage and vulnerability are inseparable companions, and offers practical tools including prayer, meditation, and creating a "square squad" of trusted supporters to help us lead with open hearts in every area of life.

2019-05-26 May 26, 2019 – Youth of Unity Graduation Rev. Kristin Powell Rev. Kristin Powell delivers a heartfelt commencement-style address to the Youth of Unity graduates and the entire community, centering her message on three essential truths - love, contribution, and connection. She encourages everyone to stop comparing themselves to others, to tell themselves true stories of courage and beauty, and to follow what makes their hearts sing as a path to purposeful contribution. Drawing on wisdom from Brene Brown and her own spiritual experiences, Rev. Kristin Powell reminds us that we don't need to have it all figured out - not quite knowing what we're doing is just about right on the spiritual journey. She closes by celebrating community as a forever touchstone of love and home.

2019-05-19 May 19, 2019 – Leaders Turning Generational Pain into Generational Peace Rita Marie Johnson Rita Marie Johnson explores the transformative power of wholehearted leadership, drawing on Brene Brown's research and personal stories to illustrate how courageous leaders see and call forth potential in others rather than leading from armor and hurt. She contrasts armored leadership - marked by shame, blame, and one-way communication - with courageous cultures where tough conversations are welcomed, truth is spoken with kindness, and vulnerability becomes a strength. Rita Marie Johnson reminds us that true leadership is not about titles but about recognizing the divine potential in people and ideas, inviting each of us to lead from heart rather than hurt and to shine our light boldly into the world.

2019-05-12 May 12, 2019 – Mother of the Guard Rails Rev. Kristin Powell Rev. Kristin Powell delivers a heartfelt Mother's Day message exploring how divine mother energy can guide our leadership in every area of life. Drawing from Sarah Kay's poem about being "Point B" - a constant place of return and restoration - Rev. Kristin Powell weaves together stories of Mother Mary, Kuan Yin, Amma the hugging saint, and her own mother's patient listening to illustrate the nurturing qualities leaders can embody. She encourages us to provide TLC - teaching by living example, loving unconditionally, and calling forth the best in others - reminding us that true leadership means knowing people by name and helping them discover the potential already within them.

2019-05-05 May 5, 2019 – Bringing Your Whole Heart Rev. Kristin Powell

2019-04-28 April 28, 2019 – I AM The Body of Earth Rev. Kristin Powell Rev. Kristin Powell invites us into a profound exploration of the sacred unity between our bodies and the earth, weaving together personal stories from her transformative journey in Africa with reflections on embodied spirituality. Drawing on the Resurrecting the Cosmic Christ series, she illuminates how every act of eating, every encounter with nature, and every moment of presence becomes a communion when we recognize the divine intelligence flowing through all living things. Through stories of interspecies connection and childlike wonder, Rev. Kristin Powell reminds us that honoring the body of earth and the body of self is one sacred practice - awakening us to the glory already present in every breath.

2019-04-21 April 21, 2019 – I AM The Open Gateway Rev. Kristin Powell Rev. Kristin Powell delivers a powerful Easter message exploring the unique mystical teaching of resurrection - not as transcendence away from the body, but as full spiritual awakening within our embodied lives. She guides the community through the journey from crucifixion to tomb to resurrection, reminding us that this cycle happens continually in our lives as we are invited through what Jesus called "the narrow gate." Using the story of Temple Grandin and the metaphor of unpacking a camel to pass through the eye of the needle, Rev. Kristin Powell encourages us to release attachments to identity and step boldly into the light, trusting that everything is waiting for us on the other side.

2019-04-14 April 14, 2019 – I AM Transfigured and Ready Rev. Kristin Powell Rev. Kristin Powell explores the spiritual concept of transfiguration - the process of allowing divine radiance to shine through us - drawing from the story of Jesus on the mountaintop and weaving in personal mystical experiences and wisdom from nature. She reminds us that we are far more than our solid, physical appearances, inviting us to release the ego's need for control and allow a shift from being a "person" to being a "presence." Through the metaphors of the snake shedding its skin and the caterpillar becoming a butterfly, Rev. Kristin Powell encourages us to surrender into the luminous light of the cosmic Christ that lives within each of us, transforming ourselves and our world one radiant face at a time.

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