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Unity Church of Antelope Valley
39149 8th Street East
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 273-3341

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A few years ago, a member of my congregation in Chapel Hill gave me a Valentine’s Day gift. It was a book of poetry called Love Poems from God, translated by Daniel Ladinsky. Contained within it is the work of twelve mystics – from St. Francis of Assisi (one of my personal favorites) – to Tukaram, the author of the poem I’d like to share with you here.
Tukaram lived in India in the 15th century and is believed to have reached the same level of spiritual understanding as Rumi and St. Francis. He is often compared to St. Francis because of his love for animals and animals’ love for him. It is said that birds often rode on his shoulders as he walked the streets of his village, singing his poems to God.
I hope that you enjoy this poem as much as I do!
“First He Looked Confused”
I could not lie anymore,
So I started to call my dog, “God.”
First he looked confused,
Then he started smiling,
Then he even danced!
I kept at it:
Now he doesn’t even bite.
I am wondering if this might work on people?
As we celebrate the month of Divine Love, we invite you to remember that as we extend to ourselves and all other life forms the recognition of their Divineness, we ARE the Divine Presence in the world.
Happy Valentine’s Day to you and your dear ones!
Much Love ,
Rev. Nancy
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Wednesday, February 10 through March 10, 7-8:30pm
Law of Attraction Adult Class
Thursday, February 11 through March 11, 10-11:30am
Law of Attraction Adult Class
Sunday, February 14, after the Sunday service
Valentine's Day Reception
Sunday, February 28, after the Sunday service
Annual Congregational Meeting
Sunday, March 14, 10:30 am and 12:30-2:30pm
Dr. Dean Van Leuven "Learning to Stay Connected"
Sunday, March 28, after the Sundays service
Women of Unity annual Easter Bake Sale
Sunday, April 4: Easter Sunday Celebration
Children's Egg Hunt follows the Sunday service
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