Unity Church of Dallas - Rev. Karen Epps

Rev. Karen Epps
Senior Minister

In the Flow

Within the span of 14 days, I have traveled to three major cities in the United States: Miami, Dallas, and Los Angeles. Each region is distinct yet they all have something in common. In a manner unique to their specific region, the discernible signs of the changing season are evident.

As the middle of Texas is bereft of saltwater, my first order of recreation in Miami was a beach visit. I could smell the difference in the beach air as humidity levels had decreased. Although the sun shone, the temperature was cooler than in previous weeks. Most telling however, was the water. Typically the southern Atlantic Ocean is balmy as bathwater – not this time. By my standards it was cold!

Los Angeles seems to be retaining its warmth, clicking in with a lovely 77º when I disembarked from my flight yesterday. Despite the warm air temperature, evidence of fall is showing. The foliage of this semi-desert climate is no longer blooming. The air is drier and static electricity sends that all-too-familiar "zap" as my daughter, grandbabies and I embrace.

Dallas, which is home, also responds to the changing season with signs characteristic to its region. The air is crisp. I see leaves departing trees in record numbers causing landscapers more work with their (annoyingly) noisy blowers. (Whatever happened to rakes?) The temperature has dropped pretty dramatically over the past few days as well bringing the familiar smell of wood-burning as fireplaces are put into use.

Each, according to its nature, is in the flow of the universe.

We, too, are a part of this flow. The change in season presents a wonderful opportunity to scan our surroundings for what may be released or cleared. Now may be a good time to peek in the closets or garage or in the kitchen cupboards for items that are ready to be put into flow. We can respond to the season by participating with the motion of the universe; all things must change.

Here at Unity Church of Dallas we are in the process of evaluating our space. In the coming weeks, those of you who are local will see changes as we reorganize and rearrange our spiritual home, thereby allowing us to be in the flow of the universe.

I invite you to observe your environment, make changes, and get into the flow!

In love & service,
Rev. K

October 30, 2008