The Unity Temple's main purpose is a church who serves its community. It's also a space that can be rented out for a variety of functions: Guest speakers, music performance, photography exhibits, book signings, conferences and more. Please feel free to browse the venue's website and social media pages for more info. There's a little bit of everything. The staff is polite and happy to help. Parking is also available in the parking garage behind the venue. Minor drawbacks include tight-fitting chairs, some stiff sightlines if you're in the balcony, narrow stairs and the bathrooms being in the basement. read more

Unity Temple On the Plaza - Churches Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

I've been here for book signings, conventions and morning Meditation. I love the Unity Temple. It's a fantastic piece of KC history. They do a great job of keeping it clean and accessible. There is free parking right next door too. I would recommend coming here for the temple Buddhist centers meditation on Sundays. It's a great way to start the week. read more

Unity Temple On the Plaza - Churches Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

Unity lives up to its name, bringing unity to all faiths (or non-faiths) by providing inclusive services, meditations, and great guest speakers year round. I went to Unity years back to see NYT author Mark Bittman talk about the future of food and enjoyed the easy in and out of the space which is surrounded by parking garages. The big auditorium is nice as well. This past time, I went for a Sunday morning meditation in silence (15 minutes) followed by a talk about silence. We entered through the furthest west door on 47th street (the main drag of the Plaza) and arrived right as it started at 10:30 a.m. The session itself definitely had the effect of restarting the computer, so to speak. That fifteen minutes of silence where you sink deeper and deeper really does get your mind quiet and refocused, no matter what your denomination. I have Christian friends who love Unity, Buddhist friends, Jewish friends.. and this day and age, that's pretty cool if you ask me. Try this place out to change it up sometime. read more

Unity Temple On the Plaza - Churches Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

I discovered Unity Temple on the Plaza over 10 years ago. I instantly felt welcome. In the last decade I have attended numerous classes, events and Sunday services. The ministers, Duke & Sandra are wonderful. The choir and soloists are the best! This is a place where ALL are welcome. Check it out...you won't be disappointed. read more

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I don't attend church here, but I've gone to several of Unity's functions. Plus, you can say I frequently eat their restaurant in the basement. The functions they provide, from my Akashic Record Practitioner training, to Rainbow Book's author signing, to yoga classes, very impressive. They have Reiki classes going on in one room, and a Bible study going on in the next room. I think that's kind of cool. I guess I'm trying to say the nondenominational churches are amazing. They allow all religions: Buddah, Christian, others. Plus, I believe they have services with musical guests. To step inside, beyond Eden Alley, and sneak a peek at the beautiful stained glass windows is captivating. If there's no event going on, go in and take a break, and you'll see what I mean. it's really a nice place. Hopefully they can get the bookstore figured out, and back up and running. read more

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It's been awhile since I've been here but this place is used for Rainy days books, for there book signing, many people have been here to sign like Sally Field, Jane Fonda, president Jimmy Carter,Hillary Clint and famous director and sports stars that have written books like Rhonda Rouse and Chef Bobby and others too, if you collect books and like to read than this is for , plus something that you can do with a family members too, when you pay for the book you get two tickets for the event read more

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I don't think I have been here for a service, but for many other options, I have enjoyed my visits to Unity. Unity hosts a lot of book signings, I have been for Hillary and Anne Rice. They know how to keep the lines moving and the area is nice for speakers. My favorite event is the annual (nex year they will be through twice!) sand mandala creation. It is really an amazing process to watch and begs multiple trips during the week the monks are in town to watch the progress. Unity offers both a Christian service and a Buddhist service. They have many different classes and programs to participate in. And not affiliated, but attached, a must stop restaurant Eden Alley. Great, very welcoming environment. read more

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I'm so thankful Unity Temple on the Plaza exists. If I would've been exposed to Unity as a young person- I would've become a spiritual person much earlier in my life and hence, would've become mentally and emotionally healthier sooner. This hits all the marks for me- nonjudgemental, all accepting, aligning with nature, being grateful for everything- the good and the bad. Unity has given me the tools to use in life I can rely on and I 100% support and recommend Unity Temple. Thank you. Here's a good overview and the 5 principles: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Unity_Church read more

I've been going to Unity temple on the Plaza for a year and I absolutely love the diversity and the classes they offer.... they change the artwork the first Wednesday of every month and the artwork is phenomenal... the prayer chaplain are awesome people everybody there has such great energy I love that place read more

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I just watched the live stream of the Sunday service. It was both informative and calming. I'm sure the service will be posted on the website. It is worth checking out. read more

I felt so very accepted here. I've never felt that as much as I have with other Churches. It is a place, where I can really be myself and be what ever I want to be without any judgement or eye brows raising towards me. Growing up Catholic and even going to a Catholic High School, I've had that foundation of religion that will always be there, but unfortunately I've become indifferent with many of their views. I was recommended by my aunt to go here and I can't praise this place enough. (It is not my intention to bash Catholicism, if you are reading this and feel that you have been offended, you've got my sincerest of apologies) First off, I'm drawn to music and there have been many instances that I feel tears running down my face after hearing the amazing choir and soloists here. I can feel every word that they sing. It's amazing to see such amazing talent all in one place gather every Sunday. I am always left in awe of that raw emotional feelings they leave on the podium after they sing. It inspires me not only musically, but I take it to heart, which I rarely had when singing traditional Catholic church book songs. (This is coming from a cantor growing up...I guess I was never really able to internalize a lot of those years old songs...and that the contemporary stuff they sing here really tugs at my heart strings) Seing the unity of the people here is amazing. I also believe that the speakers that come every week are phenomenal at conversing their love for God by conveying heart felt stories that anyone can relate too. Sometimes it's just too hard relating to a book written five hundred years ago...and just hearing about a day to day story with an uplifting message will make the biggest of difference rather than to hear a story you've been hearing since you were a kid. I want to try and attend service more. Besides the music, my favorite part is the meditation time when you just unwind and relax...getting in touch with your inner self. I recommend coming here! Check out a service on Sundays at 10:30am. On your first time, make sure you tell an usher, so you can get your welcome packet that comes with a meditation CD too! I'd like to end this review with a quote from a song that truly captures the unity of love here: "No law is gonna change us We have to change us Whatever God you believe in We come from the same one Strip away the fear Underneath it's all the same love" - Macklemore #Preach Happy Soul Searching! read more

This Unity church is amazing. My family has been coming here for about 15 years. I always leave the Sunday service feeling uplifted. The choir is great and every Sunday, a special musical guest sings as well. Geneva Price sings here frequently and she is a KC jazz legend. Duke always has a great message to share as well that is easy to follow and understand. Great services at the church: 1. Easter Sunday service- everyone receives a flower at the entrance. Toward the end of the service, everyone walks to the front of the church to place their flower in a wooden cross. It is so beautiful when they lift it at the end! 2. Tom Jacobs Christmas concert- beautiful concert. Tom Jacobs has the voice of an angel and is a super nice guy to boot! 3. Strong children's group that sings at the end of the 10:30 Sunday service. 4. Sign-language interpreters are available during services 5. Great marriage services and funeral services. My Dad and stepmom got married in a gazebo outside in Westin, MO and Duke performed the marriage ceremony there. A couple summers ago, my Dad passed away :( and we had a Celebration of Life at the Unity Temple. They helped us make the ceremony a positive reflection on my Dad's life and let us play the music/slideshows we wanted. We had a lot of freedom to put pictures around that we wanted. They really helped make the service as painless and easy to get through as possible. This is a really great church. I love coming here. There are a lot of groups and services to attend, as well as a great choir, bookstore, and Eden Alley vegetarian cafe! read more

I "Church Shopped" for years looking for a spiritual home. I came from a Catholic background. I needed something that aligned with my views of life, love, community and family. Unity is that for me. I have been attending for 5 years, and I feel even more strongly that Unity Temple on the Plaza is my home. read more

I like the philosophy of the temple here--it's like different religious traditions are embraced and not in competition with each other. This is the way it should be as we have much to learn from different traditions. It seems to be open and focuses on the soul needs. I say this because of the chapel in which you may meditate. Any place offering a sanctuary to meditate is in the right direction., IMHO. The restaurant is also an indication of finding ways to nourish the soul as well. read more

This is the Church with the nicest people! Saturday mornings at 10:00 AM... Rev. Duke has a wonderful basis meditation session...In The beautiful Unity on The Plaza...Sunday's are Special all the time too! read more

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Faith, what is it? I grew up confusing faith with religion. Unity has a multitude of engaging programs that have built my faith. There are five principles that guide all things Unity, each personal yet fundamental truths. By their very nature they form my faith and have widened my view beyond what any single religion can. These truths help me put my finger on what I believe, what I hold dear as they resonate with my internal logic. Unity provides an openness, a non-dogmatic environment to inspire and enhance faith. I have benefitted from the programs and services at Unity for nearly ten years and am thrilled to have met many wonderful sojourners, people of faith. read more

Hosted my rehearsal dinner here in their event space with the neat mural! Loved it, great for our 70 guests. Mic worked great, and we put on music! Chairs and tables were set up by staff, overall staff (Christine and Cassie) were very helpful! Loved it! Would recommend it to anyone hosting an event! read more

Unity Temple on the Plaza is the most amazing place I've ever been. I'm now living on Hilton Head Island, S.C. but constantly find myself missing the Temple, the people, the unity message, the meditation room, the music, the veg restaurant and that's just the start. I find everything at Unity Temple very special. I'm looking forward to returning to my Spiritual Home at the Temple. Thank You Unity Temple on the Plaza. read more

There is a reason all the reviews of Unity Temple are 5 star. I was a "lost soul" for a lot of years. I stayed away from church because nothing seemed to hit home with me. But I read some of Duke's columns in the KC Star. I watched some videos of lessons on youtube. I finally went there. I found a spiritual home. The place is just alive with life - so much going on...so spiritual...so much good in all of us. The service is one hour long and the feeling I have carries me thru the week. If you are feeling lost - just come down one Sunday. This is a place that accepts you just the way you are, and I love that. read more