SPEAKER BIOGRAPHIES

ALEXANDRA GALE      

Alexandra discovered Unity in 1992. She resonated with the Unity teachings and began studying to become a Licensed Unity Teacher. She continued on this path as she moved to Ottawa and then Vancouver, B.C. in November 2017 she graduated as an Licensed Unity Teacher.

"Unity has changed my life. Through Unity I have come to recognize my Divine Nature and Identity. This awareness has infused my life with new meaning.  My purpose is to do my best to live from this awareness and, by doing so, be an agent of transformation in the world."

Angelika Bendrich

Angelika is a student of the Principles of Unity and an active member of Unity of White Rock. She is a talented public speaker and educator with over 35 years experience.  As spiritual counsellor and Reiki master since 1995, she has been privileged to assist people of various ages and backgrounds to reconnect with their purpose and find peace and joy in life again. She finds it a true privilege to speak at Unity in sharing our spiritual journey.

Carl Katz 

Carl is a loving father and partner a compassionate environmentalist , a senior IT consultant and professional musician, an award- winning songwriter, and a past president of the White Rock Social Justice Film Society. He is the father of two vibrant young adults in their late teens and lives in South Surrey with his wonderful partner Izzy. Carl awakened to his spiritual journey in his mid-teens and knows with every fibre of his being that we are all connected, everything in the Universe is connected and that we are all One.

 Désirée was born and raised in Unity and has been a member of Unity of White Rock since 2002. Formerly a Regional officer with the “Northwest Youth of Unity” and later served in the Youth and Family Ministry at this church for 9 years.

 She is a graduate of the American Academy of Dramatic Arts, her love and enthusiasm for singing and dancing is both inspiring and playful!

“I grew up in Unity and have very much enjoyed being a part of this beautiful spiritual community. Unity has taught me to look within for answers to life’s challenges. 

ERIC HELLMAN

Eric is a communications and change coach, Director of the Centre for Spirituality and Work, and co-founder of the world’s first “blue box” recycling program. For the past 40+ years he has tried his best to follow God/Spirit. Often a challenging journey, it has also brought him much guidance, healing and deep compassion for those  on a spiritual path. Eric likes to speak from the heart, with humour and deep reverence for the sacred. (For more info, see www.erichellman.com.) 

Janet Law

Janet has attended numerous SEE (spiritual enrichment education) classes at Unity Village as part of the Licensed Unity Teacher and Field licensing programmer.  Her passion now lies in an integrative approach to paradigm shifts in education and personal growth. As a graduate of Anthony Robbins Institute-Mastery University, she is committed to the trans formative power that lies within each person. Transformation education is her passion.

 Ken Wood

Ken is one of our regular Sunday speakers. He is an experienced ordained Senior Church chaplain with a unique talent for delivering meaningful services. During the past 12 years, Ken has been privileged to serve independently throughout the lower mainland. His multi-faith religious background uniquely enables him to provide deeply spiritual and beautiful services. Ken is a proud member of unity of White Rock.

Nathen Aswell 

 Nathan is a gifted speaker, recording artist, coach and podcaster based in Vancouver, and he believes that his calling in this life is to encourage through his engaging talks, his heart-centered music-making and his warm listening. His CDs “Little By Little” and “YES” are celebrations of life, transformation, evolution and the oneness of humanity, delivered in a variety of popular music styles.

Nathen honours his calling by speaking and performing internationally at Conferences, Concerts, Retreats and Churches, presenting his music, stories and humour with his voice and the NS Stick (an 8-stringed electronic instrument that can be plucked like a bass, strummed like a guitar, or tapped with both hands like a piano). (NathenAswell.com)

Pixie Hobby

Pixie has been a long-time student of Unity in Ottawa and New Westminster in the 90's where she co-facilitated workshops and spoke on occasion. After moving to Crescent Beach, Pixie began to attend Unity of White Rock. Currently she is Vice-President of the Board, a Spiritual Leadership Team member and frequent speaker on Sundays. She enjoys playing her crystal bowls, being in Nature, kayaking, helping people, beekeeping and gardening. 

Rosie McLaren

Rosi is a long-time active member of Unity of White Rock. She is part of the Spiritual Leadership team and a long-time board member. Rosi finds great joy, growth and reward in service to our spiritual community. She has raised four wonderful boys and the teachings of Unity have been a great help through all her lives challenges. Rosie was born and raised in Germany. While traveling in Thailand she met a Canadian turned up being the love of her life.

Sheila Mayer

Sheila Mayer is a Licensed Unity Teacher since 2013 and a student of life through eternity.  Her childhood home in eastern Ontario gave her strong ties to community, spirituality and nature. At University, her spiritual journey became very eclectic until she came home to Unity nearly thirty years ago.

Wendy Karr has been a member of the Unity movement since 1984, and recently celebrated her 20th anniversary as a Licensed Unity Teacher. She currently serves as Licensed Unity Teacher Representative and Education Coordinator to Unity Canada, as well as serving on Unity Worldwide Ministries’ Licensed Unity Teacher Ministry Team. Wendy’s current endeavour is teaching Spiritual Education and Enrichment (SEE) classes by video conferencing. Learners from across Canada are joining together weekly to study Unity teachings and the Bible.

 Wendy Karr