Birthday Celebration
2025-08-03 11:45 - 12:45 (America/New_York)
1st Sunday of each month is Birthday Celebration Sunday – come and be celebrated!

Reiki Enlightenment Circle
2025-08-03 12:00 - 14:00 | Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States, Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States
We invite you to a sacred space for healing, positivity, and spiritual growth. Whether you’re a Reiki practitioner or simply seeking peace, this circle is for you. Let’s connect, heal, and grow together!
The first Sunday of each month starting Sunday, April 6
Room A&B
noon – 1 p.m.
Love Offering
For details, call Dr. Robin Heaton
941-539-0346

2nd Friday Film, Food & Fun Night
2025-08-08 18:30 - 20:30 | Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States, Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States
6:30 PM – Yummy buffet dinner*
7:00 PM – Film which reflects Unity principles in action! Discussion following film.
*Dinner includes a variety of pizzas (including veggie and gluten-free crust), salad, dessert, popcorn and a drink.
All for $10

New Member Orientation Class
2025-08-10 12:00 - 13:00 | Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States, Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States
Rev. Elizabeth has requested you read the book, The Five Principles by Ellen Debenport. We have a few copies in the bookstore or you can order it through Amazon.

Soul Sisters Group at Unity of Sarasota
2025-08-12 13:00 - 15:00 | Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States, Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States
Join Soul Sisters the 2nd Tuesday of the month from 1 – 3 pm at Unity of Sarasota
Soul Sisters is an opportunity to create connections with other women along your spiritual journey. Through meditation, sharing, book discussion, and prayer, we will open our hearts and souls to see and share the beautiful creations we are.
Soul Sisters Group at Unity of Sarasota

Potluck Sunday - bring a dish to share!
2025-08-17 11:45 - 12:45
Potluck every 3rd Sunday after service

Clearout Sale - One World Books & Gifts
2025-08-23 08:00 - 14:00
Clearout Sale
Saturday, August 23
8:00 am – 2:00 pm
Furniture, books, gifts, etc.
One World Books & Gifts will be closed from August 18 – September 6. Store will reopen Sunday, September 7 in its new location.

Circle of Light Group
2025-08-26 13:00 - 14:30 | Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States, Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States
On Tuesday, August 26 at 1:00pm, Rev. Elizabeth Longo will be facilitating Circle of Light Group. This 90-minute gathering is an intentional support group dedicated to expanding consciousness, nurturing the soul, and tapping into the joy of truly living. You’ll be uplifted through prayer, meditation, and authentic sharing. Sign-up in Fellowship Hall.

Labor Day, Office Closed
2025-09-01

Unity of Sarasota Prayer Service for World Peace
2025-09-11 11:00 - 11:11 | Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States, Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States
The theme for this year is: “Be Still, and Know.”
Unity’s World Day of Prayer is on Thursday, September 11th.
We are having a special Service at 11am in the Sanctuary for world peace. And there will be Fellowship after the Service.
In the Sanctuary

Fall Equinox Ceremony
2025-09-21 19:00 - 20:00 | Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States, Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States
led by Zan Benham
at the Unity of Sarasota Labyrinth

Ed's Stories and Songs
2025-09-26 19:00 - 20:30 | Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States, Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States
An evening of music and stories written by Ed DeMarco
Featuring Ed DeMaro, Anabel, Hope, Julie, Jack and Diana
Reception to follow in the Fellowship Hall
Tickets $15
Purchase in advance through the Unity Gift Shop or at the door on the day of the show.
ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT UNITY OF SARASOTA

Unity Annual Pet Blessing
2025-10-04 14:00 - 15:00 | Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States, Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States
Bring your pets!

Circle of Light Group
2025-10-07 13:00 - 14:30 | Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States, Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States
Because Rev. Elizabeth is away in September, she will be holding the Circle of Light Group, twice in October.
On Tuesday, October 7th & 28th at 1:00pm, Rev. Elizabeth Longo will be facilitating Circle of Light Group. This 90-minute gathering is an intentional support group dedicated to expanding consciousness, nurturing the soul, and tapping into the joy of truly living. You’ll be uplifted through prayer, meditation, and authentic sharing. Sign-up in Fellowship Hall. Held in the Sanctuary.

The Art Of Transformative Prayer with Rev. Elizabeth Longo
2025-10-08 18:00 - 19:30 | Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States, Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States
In this class we will be introducing and practicing Unity’s methodology of prayer and how to live the Unity Principles. Gain confidence in prayer as you develop and enrich your life of prayer. This course explores prayer practices that allow us to stand as beacons of light for oneself and each other while seeing the divinity in all. This course will include in class discussions, small group discussions, mini-lectures, and experiential time for practicing prayer skills. This class is based on the Book: “How to Pray Without Talking to God.” Rev. Linda Martella-Whitsett. (2011). Hampton Roads Publishing.
Suggested Love Offering: $20

Halloween "BOO BASH"
2025-10-26 11:30 - 17:00 | Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States, Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States
We are having a fun-filled and frightful Halloween Celebration following the service on October 26.

* Everyone is invited to wear a costume. Prizes will be awarded and all children will win a prize.

* Everyone is invited to bring a Halloween-inspired “Spooky Snack” to share. Prizes will be awarded for the top 3 most creative snacks.

* Count the Candy Corn Raffle tickets will be one sale in the One World Bookstore between Sunday, October 5 – the day of the event. Come closest to guessing the correct number of pieces of candy corn and you will win 50-50 of the raffle proceeds to be shared with Unity. A 2nd and 3rd Prize will also be awarded.

* Line Dancing in the Labyrinth with dance professional, Kathy Blake, teaching us to do the famous Michael Jackson “Thriller” dance moves.

Join us for this “Spooktacular” afternoon of frightful fun!

ACIM with Callie Nicholas
2025-11-04 18:00 - 19:30 | Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States, Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States

Kirtan - Bhakti Bliss with Cheryl Chaffee at Unity of Sarasota
2025-11-07 19:30 - 21:00 | Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States, Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States
Kirtan with Cheryl Chaffee and her band Bhakti Bliss will be held once a month at Unity of Sarasota in Sanctuary.
By donation to benefit Unity of Sarasota – Love Offering

Kirtan is a very different kind of music. Based on ancient chants, it has the ability to quiet the mind if listened to with intention. Everyone experiences kirtan differently, and it doesn’t have to be a religious experience. You can think of it as a sing-along. A kirtan concert is not your typical concert either.
The wallah (leader) sings the mantra, and the audience sings it back. As you sing with each other you experience a deep connection with the musicians, the other audience members and yourself. And when the music stops, your mind is quiet.
Because kirtan has roots in India, many of the songs are sung in Sanskrit. If you’ve ever chanted responses in Latin or Hebrew in your religious tradition, then you know how powerful singing in an ancient, holy language can be. You can be completely immersed in the sound, with no words to distract the mind. The magic of the chants can then carry you within.
Kirtan is non-denominational, the Universal language of Spirit, the song of the Soul.

BOOK SIGNING with Author Jason L. Weeks
2025-11-09 11:30 - 12:00 | Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States, Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States
“What if everything is perfect?”
Part memoir, part spiritual reflection, and part laugh-out-loud confessional, this book will make you think, feel, and, most importantly, see your own life differently.
Through raw, often funny, and deeply vulnerable storytelling, Jason takes you on a journey through personal loss, fractured family ties, love, anxiety, joy, and the absurdity of everyday life.
With refreshing honesty, he explores the paradox of finding peace in the middle of chaos and beauty in the middle of pain.

Veterans Day Special Event Movie Screening
2025-11-11 18:30 - 20:00 | Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States, Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States
Veterans Day Special!
A great way to complete a day to honor all veterans!
Please join us at Unity of Sarasota for the movie and meet the film producer and author after the film.
Why Can’t We Serve is an important documentary, focused on reducing veteran suicides in our country.
“It’s an ongoing tragedy and I won’t relax until there are absolutely no more vets dying by suicide.” Veteran Marty Klein, SGT USAF.
When: On Veterans Day, Tuesday, November 11 at 6:30pm.
Where: At the Unity of Sarasota (address)
Cost: FREE. , love donations appreciated by Unity of Sarasota
Blind veteran, Marty Klein, has created an honest and realistic, yet inspiring look at the veteran story in our country
It’s a meaningful film to raise awareness about the veteran suicides, along with ideas to help reduce the suicide rate.
This movie as also an uplifting and inspiring wake up call toward the truth about people with disabilities. They do have special needs, but they also are incredibly talented.
Klein will appear for a Q and A period after the film, and share his story, “My life today is so much better than it ever was when I had 20/20 vision.”
He is also donating his book on healing, as a fund raiser for Unity of Sarasota. All proceeds from the sale of his book go directly to Unity of Sarasota.
The book, “Emotional Cleansing, the Spiritual Journey Toward a CLEAR HEART” is a guide toward health and well being.

Spirit in the Song Dinner and a Show Fundraiser for Unity
2025-11-15 17:30 - 19:30 | Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States, Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States
Experience Spirit in the Song — a soulful dinner and a show where Unity’s own vocalists share the music that moves and inspires them!

Join us for a heartfelt evening of music, community, and inspiration! Spirit in the Song is a special, intimate musical experience celebrating the power of songs that have touched our hearts and souls.
Enjoy a delicious Italian dinner followed by a captivating live performance featuring our own gifted Unity vocalists as they share the meaningful songs that inspired their spiritual journeys.
Featuring:
Steven Butler • Rob Satori • Duane Freeman • Tim Spradlin • Mayra Alvarez-Adony
Come be uplifted by beautiful melodies, soulful stories, and the spirit of togetherness that makes Unity of Sarasota so special.
Tickets: $50 for Dinner and Concert (Ticket sales for dinner ends at noon on 11/14/25)
or $25 for Concert Only (Ticket sales remain open for concert )
All proceeds benefit Unity of Sarasota programs and community outreach.
Dinner begins at 5:30pm.
Concert starts promptly at 7pm and doors open at 6:45pm

Tickets available through Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dinner-show-silent-auction-fundraiser-for-unity-of-sarasota-tickets-1915979459139?aff=oddtdtcreator

or In the Unity Bookstore or Office.

Thanksgiving Potluck
2025-11-23 11:00 - 13:00 | Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States, Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States
After Sunday Service.
Questions, please see Sara Bass.
There is a Sign-up sheet in Fellowship Hall.

Advent Begins
2025-11-30 08:00 - 17:00
Get your copy in the bookstore.

Winter Solstice Ceremony
2025-12-19 18:30 - 20:00 | Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States, Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States
Friday, December 19, 2025
6:30pm at the Unity Labyrinth
Facilitated by Zan Benham and Christine Abbey
Please come early for smudging.

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
2025-12-24 18:00 - 19:00 | Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States, Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States
A beautiful celebration of light, music, and the spirit of love.

Burning Bowl Release Ceremony
2025-12-28 10:30 - 11:30 | Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States, Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States
Release what no longer serves you
and make space for the infinite good awaiting you. The release ritual is followed by a meditative letter-writing experience to envision and set intentions for the new year.

White Stone Ceremony
2026-01-04 10:30 - 11:30 | Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States, Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States
A sacred opportunity to receive your “word” for the year—a spiritual anchor to remind you of the power within to overcome all challenges and create a life of purpose and grace.
May 2026 be the year you awaken to your full potential. Rise in consciousness, live from love, and say yes to your divine evolution.

Visioning Workshop with Rev. Elizabeth Longo
2026-01-18 12:15 - 13:45 | Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States, Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States
Vision 2026
Are you ready to catch the Divine Vision that God has for your life and start living the life you were meant to live? Embody the greatest Vision for your life in 2026 and tap into your joy and your aliveness. Through a powerful, creative visioning process you will be guided to your highest calling. Discover what is seeking expression in you. Gain clarity and direction for your life. Awaken the single eye of Spirit and you will have crystal clear Vision for your life.
Come join us in Vision 2026 with an open mind and an open heart. You will be amazed as you allow your inner wisdom to come forth what can be revealed. Awaken and activate your inner powers.
Catch the Divine Vision for 2026 and your life
Awaken your intuition and access your highest wisdom
Tap into the creative genius within
Receive a heart opening activation
Discover and Release the blocks that hold you back
Get clear on your life’s intentions
In a loving, supportive environment you will have the opportunity to catch the divine vision for your life and set clear intentions. You will receive powerful tools to stay centered and empowered as you realize your life’s purpose.
Let’s set some powerful intentions for 2026.

Dixon's Violin
2026-01-24 18:50 - 20:15 | Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States, Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL, 34231, United States
Experience the extraordinary! Join us for a rare evening of breathtaking violin like you’ve never heard before, as seen across North America and beyond. Be inspired by the electric violin, reimagined by acclaimed artist Dixon, live in concert! Don’t just hear the music – feel it. Get tickets while they last
“Unlike anything I’ve ever witnessed. The music was simply incredible”
“The sound of a dream”
“The most beautiful thing my ears have ever heard”
“The violinist that is changing the world”
“Standing ovation”
“Not your ordinary violinist”
“Some of us cried at the end but we all smiled through those tears”—–Saturday, January 246:30pm – Doors Open7:00pm – Concert begins (duration roughly 75 minutes)—–Tickets only $29 available here https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1711990071389Tickets $35 at the door if still availableAll ages welcome! Children 12 and under only $5This is an indoor, seated show.—–About Dixon’s Violin:
You’ve never heard violin like this! The world’s premier visionary violinist, Dixon’s life mission is to inspire people – and he has done so at over 1,000 concerts across North America, including giving five TED talks/performances, over ten years at Burning Man and Electric Forest, plus radio, TV, and film appearances. A former technology leader and symphony violinist, Dixon walked away from a distinguished career to follow his dream full-time, and invented a whole new music genre. Dixon now improvises on a 5-string electric violin with a looping system he developed to create an all-live one-man symphony, guided by his remarkable personal story of life transformation.
https://dixonsviolin.com

Decoding Reincarnation
2026-01-29 13:00 - 15:00
DECODING REINCARNATION
with Jo Mooy & Patricia Cockerill
$20 Suggested Offering
NO ONE TURNED AWAY
DECODING REINCARNATION V 2.0 is a FUNDRAISER for Unity of Sarasota.
Version 2.0 will contain much more “spiritual content” than Version 1. The Soul’s purpose and how we reincarnate will be expanded.
Patricia’s meditation will last longer than 3 minutes. The date is Thursday, Jan 29 from 1-3 pm. There’s plenty of easier parking at Unity. Our book The Soul’s Journey will be available for purchase.
