Ministers Musings April 29, 2026

Minister’s Musing: Rev. Sheryl Padgett
In Unity, we believe that prayer is not about changing another person, but about holding them in the light of Truth. When we pray for others, we are not sending out worry or trying to fix them - we are affirming their wholeness, their strength, and their divine nature. We gently release any appearance of lack or struggle and instead see them as God sees them: whole, guided, and supported. This kind of prayer becomes a sacred act of love, where we align our thoughts with spiritual truth and trust the unfolding of divine order in their life.

As we practice this way of praying, something within us shifts as well. Our hearts soften, our faith deepens, and we become vessels of peace rather than fear. We remember that the same Presence and Power at work in them is alive within us. In this shared awareness, prayer becomes a blessing for all.

Affirmation:
I hold all beings in the light of divine love. I affirm wholeness, peace, and right action for all, trusting the presence of God in every life.

Minister’s Musings April 15, 2026

Minister's Musings Rev. Sheryl Padgett
There are moments in life when it’s easy to feel pulled by headlines, conversations, and the rapid pace of change around us. Yet our spiritual practice gently reminds us that we are not here to be carried away by outer conditions, but to anchor ourselves in a deeper awareness.

We are invited to return, again and again, to the still point within—the place where clarity, wisdom, and peace reside. From that centered place, we are better able to respond rather than react, to listen more deeply, and to bring a steady, grounded presence into the world. As we move through these times, we are also reminded of the quiet but powerful role our consciousness plays in the collective experience.

The thoughts we choose, the beliefs we nurture, and the vision we hold all contribute to the larger whole. When we intentionally cultivate hope, compassion, and trust in the unfolding good, we become part of the healing and uplifting energy that our communities—and our nation—so deeply need.

Affirmation: II hold the highest vision for our country. I affirm wisdom, unity, and compassion guiding every heart and every decision. I trust that divine order is unfolding for the highest good of all.
Love and Light Rev. Sheryl