Spiritual Living for the 21st Century

The podcast from Unity San Francisco that explores modern spiritual teachings and provides insight into how to apply them in your life.

Ask the Minister 08/12/2025

Ask the Minister This week, Reverend Ken Daigle holds a Q&A session with the congregation to answer questions about spirituality, theology, and the Unity movement. This talk was recorded live at Unity San Francisco on August 10th, 2025. /episode/index/show/spirituallivingforthe21stcentury/id/37770115

Embracing The Unknown 08/04/2025

Embracing The Unknown This week, Guest Speaker Michaiel Patrick Bovenes leads a transformative discussion on mastering the continuous changes happening around and within us. As a renowned spiritual teacher and healer, Michaiel's dynamic approach has already empowered thousands worldwide to convert struggle into unshakeable strength and unlock their authentic spiritual power. In this thought talk, Michaiel will equip you with essential tools to transform life's uncertainties into catalysts for profound divine connection. This talk was recorded live at Unity San Francisco on August 3rd, 2025. /episode/index/show/spirituallivingforthe21stcentury/id/37669350

Terminally Smiling 07/28/2025

Terminally Smiling This week, Cinder Shine makes a return to Unity San Francisco to talk about how a terminal diagnosis can become terminal joy through practical spirituality. Cinder's smile and unshakeable faith prove that a spiritual approach to adversity creates abundance, not just survival. This talk was recorded live at Unity San Francisco on July 27th, 2025 /episode/index/show/spirituallivingforthe21stcentury/id/37582830

My Life in Business Suits, Hospital Gowns, and High Heels 07/21/2025

My Life in Business Suits, Hospital Gowns, and High Heels This week, Tom LeNoble, board chair of Unity San Francisco, debuts as a Unity SF Guest Speaker with a talk that will help with exploring essential tools to build your personal world consciously. In this talk, he highlights the powerful message, "I'm still here," drawing on his leadership experience at Fortune 500 companies, startups, his role as CEO of The Academy for Coaching Excellence, as well as his personal journey through life-threatening illness and profound loss. This talk was recorded live at Unity San Francisco on July 20th, 2025. /episode/index/show/spirituallivingforthe21stcentury/id/37487210

Where Am I, in Chaos or Gratitude 07/15/2025

Where Am I, in Chaos or Gratitude This week, Guest Speaker Jackie Hawkins reprises her powerful message on choosing gratitude over chaos in "Where Am I, in Chaos or Gratitude: A Reprise." During her talk, Rev. Jackie draws from her Unity ministry since 2013 to offer practical wisdom for seeing the light we have in every situation. This talk was recorded live at Unity San Francisco on July 13th, 2025. /episode/index/show/spirituallivingforthe21stcentury/id/37421270

Rewiring for the Life You Want 07/07/2025

Rewiring for the Life You Want This week, Reverend Ken Daigle offers a powerful exploration of why we often repeat the same patterns and expect different outcomes, challenging us to examine old ways and embrace new possibilities. Inspired by various sources, Reverend Ken emphasizes that to create a new reality, we must first become a new person. This talk was recorded live at Unity San Francisco on July 6th, 2025. /episode/index/show/spirituallivingforthe21stcentury/id/37326605

PRIDE 06/30/2025

PRIDE This week, Gina Grahame and Rev. Dr. Megan Rohrer illuminate pathways to impact and personal freedom through their talks about their experiences with being trans during this Pride Sunday Service. Soloists Albert Hodge and Anu Brandt perform The Wall in My Head, a song from Everybody's Talking About Jamie, to support Grahame's and Rohrer's talks. This talk was recorded live at Unity San Francisco on June 29th, 2025. /episode/index/show/spirituallivingforthe21stcentury/id/37230950

What's on your Mind? 06/24/2025

What's on your Mind? This week, the community members, guests, and Rev. Ken Daigle explore the intersections of spirituality, personal agency, mindfulness, social challenges, and love-based philosophy. During this special open, heart-centered dialogue, diverse perspectives are illuminated, and every voice contributes to everyone's collective understanding. This talk was recorded live at Unity San Francisco on June 22nd, 2025. /episode/index/show/spirituallivingforthe21stcentury/id/37127950

Juneteenth 06/16/2025

Juneteenth This week, Misa Malone, a powerhouse vocalist, songwriter, and storyteller whose music bridges faith, resilience, and empowerment, speaks on celebrating resilience and the ongoing journey toward freedom. She also reminds us that we are creators of our reality, capable of choosing love, strength, and transformation. This talk was recorded live at Unity San Francisco on June 15th, 2025 /episode/index/show/spirituallivingforthe21stcentury/id/37032240

Loving What Is 06/13/2025

Loving What Is This week, Kristen Brownstone dives into the work of Byron Katie and how we can apply such work to tackle situations in our own lives. This talk was recorded live at Unity San Francisco on June 8th, 2025 /episode/index/show/spirituallivingforthe21stcentury/id/36989740

Pride Is The Rising 06/06/2025

Pride Is The Rising In this deeply personal and inspiring talk, Rev. Ken recounts his decades-long journey to embracing his true self, powerfully challenging the notion that pride is a vice. Instead, he passionately presents it as a vital antidote to the shame and erasure faced not only by the LGBTQ+ community but by all marginalized individuals. Drawing from his experiences — from a Catholic upbringing and the stages of Broadway to confronting direct discrimination — Rev. Ken illuminates the universal struggle against societal pressures that seek to diminish our authentic identities. He explains that while we've been taught "pride goes before the fall," for those who have been pushed down and told they are less than others, Pride is the Rising. This talk was recorded live at Unity San Francisco on June 1st, 2025 /episode/index/show/spirituallivingforthe21stcentury/id/36885915

Memorial Day 05/29/2025

Memorial Day This week, Reverend Ken Daigle leads a special service honoring those who have transitioned before us. The message he gives during this short talk before the Gladiola Bulb planting ceremony reminds us that while physical presence may end, the spiritual connection continues in profound ways that help us create a more peaceful and loving world. This talk was recorded live at Unity San Francisco on May 25th, 2025. /episode/index/show/spirituallivingforthe21stcentury/id/36765310

Let Them, Part 3 05/23/2025

Let Them, Part 3 This week, Reverend Ken Daigle and Dr. J.D. Schramm conclude the three-part "Let Them Series" by finishing with a talk about transition through changes and how to not resist them but soar into the next step. Both Reverend Ken and Dr. Schramm then talk questions so the community could "Let Them, Ask." This talk was recorded live at Unity San Francisco on May 18th, 2025. /episode/index/show/spirituallivingforthe21stcentury/id/36689975

Let Them, Part 2 05/12/2025

Let Them, Part 2 This week, Dr. J.D. Schramm continues the three-part "Let Them" series, exploring how to embrace the philosophy by allowing others to be themselves and recognizing when to stop trying to manage their emotions by applying a "Let Me" mentality. He explains how applying this mindset can strengthen your most important relationships. This talk was recorded live at Unity San Francisco on May 11th, 2025. /episode/index/show/spirituallivingforthe21stcentury/id/36541875

Let Them 05/06/2025

Let Them This week, Reverend Ken Daigle and Dr. J.D. Schramm bring a unique perspective to the "Let Them" philosophy, drawing together their journey of navigating life's opinions and expectations. Their complementary backgrounds in spiritual leadership and communications expertise offer a fresh take on applying these principles to achieve greater peace and purpose. This talk was recorded live at Unity San Francisco on May 4th, 2025. /episode/index/show/spirituallivingforthe21stcentury/id/36461230

Everything Everywhere All at Once 04/30/2025

Everything Everywhere All at Once This week, Reverend Ken Daigle reveals the multiverse as a metaphor for your personal journey. Through insight and humor, he shows how choosing expansion over fear awakens your divine potential. This talk was recorded live at Unity San Francisco on April 27th, 2025. /episode/index/show/spirituallivingforthe21stcentury/id/36379245

Awaken to New Life 04/23/2025

Awaken to New Life This week, Reverend Ken Daigle explores how every day holds the potential for rebirth. He challenges everyone to view constant change not with fear, but as a divine invitation. Delving into myths of resurrection from Hercules and the Phoenix to Osiris, Ishtar, and Jesus, Rev. Ken reveales a universal truth: transformation requires letting go. This talk was recorded live at Unity San Francisco on April 20th, 2025. /episode/index/show/spirituallivingforthe21stcentury/id/36287370

Unapologetic Manifestation 04/18/2025

Unapologetic Manifestation This week, Reverend Ken Daigle challenges the deep-seated, often unconscious beliefs that limit our prosperity and joy — exploring how to shift from a lack mindset to one of infinite possibility, recognizing that abundance isn't something to acquire but something to tune into. Releasing guilt about receiving, overcoming the fear of shining "too brightly," and steping into the truth of your inherent worthiness as an original blessing. He pushes the message that you are entitled to a life filled with purpose, joy, love, and prosperity. This talk was recorded live at Unity San Francisco on April 13th, 2025. /episode/index/show/spirituallivingforthe21stcentury/id/36216985

You Are Made For These Times 04/09/2025

You Are Made For These Times This week, Reverend Jackie Hawkins reminds us with this talk that "You Are Made for These Times." Rev. Jackie Hawkins, a nurturing spiritual leader with extensive experience, including senior minister at Unity of the Heartland, roles with Unity Worldwide Ministries’ Credentialing and Leadership Recruitment and Development Teams, and active involvement in the Silent Unity Prayer Ministry. Deeply rooted in New Thought teachings since the 1980s, Rev. Jackie's ministry empowers individuals with practical spiritual wisdom, fostering leadership growth, community healing, and personal resilience. This talk was recorded live at Unity San Francisco on April 6th, 2025. /episode/index/show/spirituallivingforthe21stcentury/id/36062585

Living the Truth We Know 04/01/2025

Living the Truth We Know This week, Reverend Ken Daigle speaks on Principle 5: “Through thoughts, words, and actions, we live the Truth we know.” His talk weaves in personal storytelling, sacred wisdom, and bold encouragement, reminding us that transformation begins the moment we dare to live our truth. This talk was recorded live at Unity San Francisco on March 30th, 2025. /episode/index/show/spirituallivingforthe21stcentury/id/35955080

Affirmative Prayer 03/25/2025

Affirmative Prayer This week, Reverend Eleesabeth Hager speaks on Principle 4: "Through prayer and meditation, we align our heart-mind with God." Unity teaches us that Affirmative Prayer expands and transforms our minds, deepening our connection to God-Mind and enriching our life's purpose. This talk was recorded live at Unity San Francisco on March 23rd, 2025. /episode/index/show/spirituallivingforthe21stcentury/id/35847490

Harnessing The Power of Thought 03/20/2025

Harnessing The Power of Thought This week, Ms. Misa Malone guides us into Unity’s Principle 3: We create with our thoughts and beliefs. This talk was recorded live at Unity San Francisco on March 16th, 2025. /episode/index/show/spirituallivingforthe21stcentury/id/35785435

You Are The Light 03/12/2025

You Are The Light This week, Reverend Ken Daigle delves into the heart of Unity's transformative principles, revealing the radiant truth of your being. 'You are the Light' isn't just a title; it's an invitation to awaken to your inherent divinity and break free from limiting beliefs. This talk was recorded live at Unity San Francisco on March 9th, 2025. /episode/index/show/spirituallivingforthe21stcentury/id/35648490

God Is 03/05/2025

God Is This week, Reverend Ken Daigle goes into what God is in terms of the new thought movement and how the divine applies to call types of circumstances, good or bad. This talk was recorded live at Unity San Francisco on March 2nd, 2025. /episode/index/show/spirituallivingforthe21stcentury/id/35540430

Time, Talent, and Treasure 02/25/2025

Time, Talent, and Treasure This week, Reverend Ken Daigle discussed tithing and giving in the context of Time, Talent, and Treasure. He explored both the giving and receiving aspects while emphasizing that giving is also receiving. He also discussed how to give and receive time, talent, and treasure, and how to be open to receiving our good. This talk was recorded live at Unity San Francisco on February 23rd, 2025. /episode/index/show/spirituallivingforthe21stcentury/id/35425700

Abundance Is 02/18/2025

Abundance Is This week, Reverend Ken Daigle delve into the multiple ontological modes of abundance, moving beyond traditional concepts of prosperity to encompass vibrant health, fulfilling relationships, work you love, financial freedom, and joyful leisure. This talk was recorded live at Unity San Francisco on February 16th, 2025. /episode/index/show/spirituallivingforthe21stcentury/id/35340250

Spinning Straw Into Gold 02/12/2025

Spinning Straw Into Gold This week, Reverend Ken Daigle uses the Rumplestiltskin fairy tale to explore how we find inner strength and transform life's "straw" into "gold." Reverend Ken connects the story to Unity principles, emphasizing that while "things may happen around you, things may happen to you," as Eric Butterworth taught, our power lies in "what happens within you." This talk was recorded live at Unity San Francisco on February 9th, 2025. /episode/index/show/spirituallivingforthe21stcentury/id/35248530

Finding Resilience Through Unity Principle 02/04/2025

Finding Resilience Through Unity Principle This week, Ms. Misa Malone delivered a powerful message during the first weekend of Black History Month about resiliency as a Black American. This talk was recorded live at Unity San Francisco on February 2nd, 2025. /episode/index/show/spirituallivingforthe21stcentury/id/35143020

Peace by Piece, Piece by Peace 01/28/2025

Peace by Piece, Piece by Peace This week, Reverend Doctor Paul Hasselbeck delivers an important message about peace, emphasizing that finding your inner peace will help you model what you want to see in the world. This talk was recorded live at Unity San Francisco on January 26, 2025. /episode/index/show/spirituallivingforthe21stcentury/id/35037920

Voice of Love, Voice for Change 01/20/2025

Voice of Love, Voice for Change This week, Reverend Jackie Hawkins delivers an inspiring message in honor of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy. This talk was recorded live at Unity San Francisco on January 19th, 2025. /episode/index/show/spirituallivingforthe21stcentury/id/34930875

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