July newsletter

July 5: Rev. David Shaw with Speaker Rev. Carol Willis.

July 12, Rev. Gina Hampton hosts Guest Rev. Timothy Steensma.

July 19 is Rev. Lisa Argo with Speaker Diane Salkovich.

July 26 has Rev. Carol Willis with Guest Rev. David Shaw.

Our First Saturday Workshop is actually the second Saturday due to the 4th of the July Holiday.

It is July 11 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (this includes a break for lunch) with Rev. Lisa Argo. She will be having a workshop on Sunday Morning Zoom services for all Ministers and Board of Directors.

Sunday, July 12 is our Reiki Share with Patty Shaw and Rev. Lisa Argo. This is open to Reiki Practitioners levels 1 and above from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Second Tuesday Direct Divine Light Meditation on July 14, is led by Patty Shaw based on the book  "Change Your Aura, Change Your Life, by Barbara Y Martin and Dimitri Moritis.

Our 3rd Friday Event (July 17) is an Spiritual Songs Night with Rev. David Shaw from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Announcing our new Drumming Circle on the Fourth Tuesday, (July 28) of each month with Rev. Gina Hampton from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Also, we have a 3rd Sunday Fellowship Potluck (July 19) after Worship Service and a Members and Board of Directors monthly meeting on the 4th Sunday (26) after worship service.

Metaphysically, July symbolizes culmination, spiritual illumination, and personal power. As the seventh month of the year—associated with the number 7 in numerology—it connects to inner wisdom, introspection, and seeking truth beyond the physical realm. It represents the zenith of summer, where the sun’s energy fuels growth and abundance. 

Key Metaphysical Themes of July

The Number 7: In numerology, 7 stands for spiritual awakening, intuition, and non-conformity. It invites you to ask deeper questions about your existence and align with your authentic self. 

The Buck Moon: The July full moon is traditionally called the Buck Moon, named after the time of year when male deer grow their antlers. Spiritually, it signifies resilience, courage, and the steady, step-by-step building of your life’s foundations. 

The Thunder Moon: July is also a time of summer thunderstorms, which metaphysically represent intense emotional release, passion, and the clearing of stagnant energy.

Culmination of Intentions: Sitting at the midpoint of the year, July is a time to harvest the fruits of the intentions you set in the spring. It is a period to celebrate your endurance and bask in your personal power.

How to Harness July's Energy

Work with the Moon Phases: Use the full Buck Moon for acknowledging your progress and the new moon for setting passionate, creative intentions.

Practice Grounding: The high energetic peak of the summer can sometimes lead to burnout or stormy emotions. Balance your internal energy through meditation and grounding practices. 

A Wonderful site to check out for events in the area especially in Detroit: Visit Detroit

For families this is a great site: Little Guide Detroit

Need to check to see what the Holidays are? Dog Month? Pencil Day? Check out this website: Web-Holidays.com.

Each month I try to find an article that expands on our theme of the year. I found this one on the Social Media site LinkedIn. 

The article of the month is  The Courage to Succeed: A Blueprint for Prosperity by Jim Naccarato DC, PhD

For those of you who are not on LinkedIn I give you this article from the Tiny Buddha website:10 Powerful Benefits of Change and Why We Should Embrace It by Ani Alexander