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ULC Announcements March 2009 Happy St. Patrick's Day! CEREMONY BOOK - The new book continues to move along. I am mostly done with the editing. Other things (life) got in the way again and slowed me down. It happens. :) I apologize for my last announcement where it seems I wasn't clear enough about the people on the list. Those people are in the book, which is why they are getting a free copy. For everyone else, I'll send multiple emails so you all can get a discounted copy for ordering early. SALE - For March (through April 5th), , we are offering a great sale. One is on the Master of Divinity. It's on sale for $19.95 (a $10 savings.) http://www.ulcseminary.org/store/product_info.php/cPath/23/products_id/192 It can be a great present to yourself or to someone you love. Usually, this is only available through the Seminary Credential Package, but for this month, it's available as a stand-alone item. It's a wonderful addition to the Dr. of Divinity because most people are aware that a Masters degree comes before a Doctorate, so by showing that you have both, you give yourself some enhanced credibility and show the consistency in your dedication. We've never offered this before, so take advantage while you can. NEW COURSE - Last announcement, I talked about the New course on Gnosticism, which is now available in the church store. I'd like to point out, for those who have made comments, that I put up the courses as they come in. I have no control over who offers to write a course, so if I have several of one type of religion come in and then several of another, that has nothing to do with the direction of the Seminary or any religious preferences one way or another. If there's a course you'd like to see, let me know and, if possible, find an appropriate instructor for me to contact. This course is available through the link below. http://www.ulcseminary.org/store/product_info.php/products_id/190 We do have another new course available. It's called the Dr. of Biblical Egyptology. This course talks about Moses and the Exodus. I think Egyptian stuff is really interesting on quite a few levels, so I'm personally enjoying the course very much. It's available through this link: http://www.ulcseminary.org/store/product_info.php/cPath/29/products_id/191 Another course that will be coming out soon is call the Master of the Gospel of Thomas. It should be available by next month. For Christians, it's a great new look at another gospel. This gospel was touched upon in the Christian Studies course. For those who are not Christian, it's a wonderful look at some spiritual and healing words by a great leader of people. We have many more courses to come, so keep an eye out. Essays from the various programs are at: www.ulcseminaryprogram.blogspot.com. POTENTIAL NEW COURSES: We still have those two things in the works, but I need more of your help. The first is that we're working on a course for pastoral counseling. What the instructor would like to know is what sort of questions/topics you'd like to get covered in the course. What questions do you get asked? What would you like to know more about to help you in your ministry? The other question is 'What course would you like to see?' The author of the course on Prayer and Dr. of Metaphysics, Dr. Loretta Siani, is interested in writing a new course and would like to know what sort of course/topic interests you. For both of these questions, please send me an email and let me know. CANADIAN APPROVAL - I've been doing a little research into getting approved in Canada. Headquarters says they have hired an attorney to help. I've posted a page at www.ulcseminary.org/canadianapproval.php with the general guidelines, so any help you can give would be greatly appreciated by many. If you're on the Ning community, let's start a discussion either there or on the forum at www.ulcseminary.org/forum. I've had some people send me some of the info they have so far and I'll be posting some of that. It's slow-going, but at least it's going. :) SEMINARY GRADUATES - We have more graduates. Michael Barth and Nitza Melgar are two of the most recent. James Connor has also graduated recently. Their information will be going on the site shortly. They've been doing a great job. Nitza says: "Dear Amy, I wish to thank you and all the professors for the wonderful programs and courses you have offered.  I have achieved my Master of Ministry through the ULC Seminary and I am two courses away, from my Doctorate.   I love this Seminary.  I love all my fellow ministers.  It has been one of the best experiences of my life.   Being a good Minister means a great deal to me.  Your Seminary has given me the opportunity to study and learn a whole new world of ideas. Thank you all so much.  And least I forget, thank you especially, Amy for all your kindness and support.  Whenever, I had a question or a problem, you were right there to help me through.  You are the best.  ULC is very lucky to have you as the President of the Seminary. May the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob watch over all of you.  And may AWEN be always present in your life. PAX, Rev. Nitza L. Melgar, ULC Minister, SBT, Christian Druid" If you have any questions, comments, concerns, etc. please feel free to ask. Oh, and if your name is, by chance, incorrect, it can easily be adjusted just by letting me know. :) Also, for those who have asked, there are still copies of the ULC book, The Many Faces of ULC. Rev. Amy Long Program Director, www.ulcseminary.org ******************************* The Universal Life Church is a comprehensive and affordable online seminary where we have classes in Christianity, a beginning course on  Wicca, as well as a beginning course on  Paganism, two courses in Metaphysics and much more. Ordination with the Universal Life Church, is a free and lifetime ordination, so use the Free Online Ordination, button. We also make available many free wedding ceremonies for your use, as well as funeral ceremonies and other types of ceremonies.   The  ULC, run by Rev. Long, has created a chaplaincy program where you can earn the coveted title of Chaplain. We also have a huge selection of Universal Life Church materials to help you with your professionalism and confidence.  I've been ordained with the Universal Life Church for many years and it's Seminary since the beginning and an amazed by the frequent upgrades and new functions of the seminary.   Try our new free toolbar at: ULC Toolbar

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ULC Seminary Announcement - February 2009 Happy Valentine's Day! CEREMONY BOOK - The new book is coming along really well and is almost done with the initial editing. Those who are in it will be getting an email to confirm that they will be in it. If you see your name, send me an email with your current mailing address (so I can send you a book) and I'll let you know what will be in it. The current people included in it are as follows: Revs. DavidPaul and Candace Doyle Rev. Robin Muldowney Lady Charia (Charlotte Ann Chaffin) Rev. Douglas Harney Rev. Steven Hamilton Rev. Jason Fruth Dr. Olga Rasmussen Pastor Pat Schwab Rev. Terri Potter Rev. Jeremy Garland Rev. Michelle Manning-Kogler Rev. Don Reimer Rev. Elena A. Hartgering Rev. Susan Scheiter Rev. Anne Treadwell Rudy Munoz Rev. Linda Hourihan Pastor Fred Surrett Rev. Charles M. LaBow Rev. Tina Mulhall Rev. Dave Levin Rev. David J. Gripka Rev. William C. Sanders Sabrina Baca-Thrasher Rev. Samantha Phenix Rev. Rebecca Orth Rev. Evan LeBreton Rev. Jamie Sanders Rev. Phil Branson Rev. Richard Boyle Rev. Debbie Kalinowski Rev. Ray Dilfield Rev. Steve Hawkes Rev. Frieda New Hughes Rev. Brenda Garcia Rev. Judy Angelheart Rev. Susan Selene Rev. Elizabeth Houser Moffatt Rev. Rhonda Sue Weinberger Rev. Jayne "Sabrina Rhiannon" Morrison Rev. Lucinda Parker Rev. Robert Yslas Rev. Keri R. Charon SALE - For Valentine's Day, through the month of February, we are offering two great sales. One is on the Dr. of Divinity. It's on sale for $20 (a $10 savings.) Dr. of Divinity It can be a great present to yourself or to someone you love. The other is the Master of Shamanism course for $50 (also a $10 savings). This is available through this link: Shamanism. NEW COURSE - The New course on Gnosticism is now available in the church store. I'd like to point out, for those who have made comments, that I put up the courses as they come in. I have no control over who offers to write a course, so if I have several of one type of religion come in and then several of another, that has nothing to do with the direction of the Seminary or any religious preferences one way or another. If there's a course you'd like to see, let me know and, if possible, find an appropriate instructor for me to contact. Gnosticism Essays from the various programs are at: ULC BLOG. POTENTIAL NEW COURSES: Two things are in the works right now, but I need your help. The first is that we're working on a course for pastoral counseling. What the instructor would like to know is what sort of questions/topics you'd like to get covered in the course. What questions do you get asked? What would you like to know more about to help you in your ministry? The other question is 'What course would you like to see?' The author of the course on Prayer and Dr. of Metaphysics, Dr. Loretta Siani, is interested in writing a new course and would like to know what sort of course/topic interests you. For both of these questions, please send me an email and let me know. CANADIAN APPROVAL - I've been doing a little research into getting approved in Canada. Headquarters says they have hired an attorney to help. I've posted a page at Canadia Approval with the general guidelines, so any help you can give would be greatly appreciated by many. If you're on the Ning community, let's start a discussion either there or on the forum at ULC Forum . If you have any questions, comments, concerns, etc. please feel free to ask. Oh, and if your name is, by chance, incorrect, it can easily be adjusted just by letting me know. :) Also, for those who have asked, there are still copies of the ULC book, The Many Faces of ULC. Rev. Amy Long Program Director, www.ulcseminary.org ******************************* The Universal Life Church is a comprehensive and affordable online seminary where we have classes in Christianity, a beginning course on  Wicca, as well as a beginning course on  Paganism, two courses in Metaphysics and much more. Ordination with the Universal Life Church, is a free and lifetime ordination, so use the Free Online Ordination, button. We also make available many free wedding ceremonies for your use, as well as funeral ceremonies and other types of ceremonies.   The  ULC, run by Rev. Long, has created a chaplaincy program where you can earn the coveted title of Chaplain. We also have a huge selection of Universal Life Church materials to help you with your professionalism and confidence.  I've been ordained with the Universal Life Church for many years and it's Seminary since the beginning and an amazed by the frequent upgrades and new functions of the seminary.   Try our new free toolbar at: ULC Toolbar

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CEREMONY BOOK - Many of you who have been around for awhile, know that I'm in the process of writing a sequel to Weddings, Funerals and Rites of Passage. Well, know that I'm almost done. If you have a ceremony (please no more wedding ones unless it's something really really unusual), now is your chance. This book nicely complements the first one and will be around 400 pages. When I get a little closer to being done, I'm going to offer it at a special pre-order price. I would suggest you order then because it'll be a good-sized savings.  The books will also be sold as a set too. The first has gold leaf and the second will have silver, with a nice black cover. It will also be hardbound. Funeral ceremonies and other rites of passage are all being considered. House blessings too. I have several Pagan ones, one Christian one and one that is a mixture of several things. This is your last chance because I expect the book to be done in the next month or so, if I keep doing what I've been doing. I'm mostly working on the re-write right now, but I wanted to give one last shout out.

Please remember that some of the things mentioned in the mailings are either done or may not necessarily be available at this time. The page is http://www.ulcseminary.org/mailingsarchive.php. I've got quite a few of them put up so far and more will be added as they get sent (like this one, for instance).

PAYPAL INFO : The paypal address for the seminary is amy@ulcseminary.org. For those of you who wish to order products using your paypal account, just go through the ordering process and when you checkout, use the 'check or money order' option. When you make the payment through paypal, include your order number and we'll send your order right out.

NEW COURSE - The New course on Gnosticism is now available in the church store. I'd like to point out, for those who have made comments, that I put up the courses as they come in. I have no control over who offers to write a course, so if I have several of one type of religion come in and then several of another, that has nothing to do with the direction of the Seminary or any religious preferences one way or another. If there's a course you'd like to see, let me know and, if possible, find an appropriate instructor for me to contact.

Essays from the various programs are at: www.ulcseminaryprogram.blogspot.com.

YOUTUBE VIDEOS - The other new thing we're doing is adding video to the website and we need your help. I've put up a few youtube clips I've found, but what I'd rather have is video directly from you, the Seminary congregation.

What I would love to have is a wide variety of videos where you talk about your ministry, why you became ordained, a funny story about a wedding you did, a story about a funeral, any sermons, etc. If you mention the ULC Seminary in it, it'll definitely go up.

I'd like to have videos all over the site from our ministers. I'd like to have people talking about the courses they've taken and/or anything else about what you're doing and how it fits in with the Seminary. When you post it on youtube, send me the link and make sure there's a link for me to embed it on the site. If you only want it on our site, you can put that as an option, to make it available to only you (or us). Please email me your youtube link to amy@ulcseminary.org. Some people are even using their phones to do the taping and that's fine. Just put it up and let me know. If you don't know how to post it on youtube, but you have a video, zip it up and send it to me.

NEW MINI SITES - These are smaller sites with samples of things that are on the main site, as well as some new information:

• www.universallifechurchseminary.org - this one discusses ordination and shares some ordination stories

• www.ulcseminary.net - this site has online sermons. There are just a few up now, but there will be more.

• www.ministersupplies.com - I'm going to list reviews and more expansive information of some of the products.

• www.onlineseminary.org - This has a description of all the seminary courses with links to samples and broader descriptions

• www.ulcceremonies.com - this one has some ceremonies for weddings and funerals. As I get a chance, it will be expanded.

• www.weddingwordsandmore.com - This site just focuses on weddings. All the wedding info on the site will all be in one place so if weddings are your main interest, this would be a great site to visit.

• www.ulcseminaryprogram.blogspot.com -- This is the blog that has all of our sermons on it. I'm doing my best to keep up on it.

ANNOUNCEMENTS ARCHIVE -This new page is an archive of all of our announcements. The announcements contain more timely information than the newsletters and we send them to everyone at once. People have asked to see previous ones, so I thought it would be a good idea to archive them for people to browse through.

If you have any questions, comments, concerns, etc. please feel free to ask. Oh, and if your name is, by chance, incorrect, it can easily be adjusted just by letting me know. :)

Rev. Amy Long Program Director, www.ulcseminary.org

 

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The Universal Life Church is a comprehensive and affordable online seminary where we have classes in Christianity, a beginning course on  Wicca, as well as a beginning course on  Paganism, two courses in Metaphysics and much more. 

Ordination with the Universal Life Church, is a free and lifetime ordination, so use the Free Online Ordination, button. We also make available many free wedding ceremonies for your use, as well as funeral ceremonies and other types of ceremonies.  
 

The  ULC, run by Rev. Long, has created a chaplaincy program where you can earn the coveted title of Chaplain. We also have a huge selection of Universal Life Church materials to help you with your professionalism and confidence.  I've been ordained with the Universal Life Church for many years and it's Seminary since the beginning and an amazed by the frequent upgrades and new functions of the seminary.  
 

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