Unity Honors Black History Month
Each February, Unity honors Black History Month by sharing stories, teachings, and resources that uplift the voices, contributions, and legacies of Black leaders past and present. Here you’ll find a collection of thought-provoking articles and powerful reflections—each offering an opportunity to deepen our understanding and celebrate the richness of Black history in Unity.
2026
Books by Black New Thought Authors
Discover influential Black New Thought authors and their books, sharing decades of spiritual wisdom.
Truly Touched by an Angel
From gospel stages to founding UP Church, Rev. Dr. Della Reese taught millions that praise, gratitude, and metaphysical truth turn problems over to God for healing and peace.
2025
Rev. Dr. JoAnn Watson: Bringer of Good News
Watson was a firebrand civil rights leader in Detroit and became a Unity minister while she was serving on the Detroit City Council.
2024
From Black Church to New Thought
In this delightful booklet, Black ministers share their roots in traditional Black churches—including the gospel music they loved—and how they have incorporated it into their New Thought congregations.
With a gospel playlist on YouTube
2023
A Seminary to Support Urban Ministry
Read about the establishment of the Unity Urban Ministerial School that was designed largely for Black students intending to serve in metropolitan areas.
2022
How to Observe Black History Month
How exactly does one honor Black History Month? We’ve got lists of ceremonies, research sources, podcasts, museums, movies, and videos to peruse.
2021
Two videos:
Also in written versions:
Evolving Consciousness Through Diversity
A collection of articles
What Diversity Looks Like
A glimpse into God’s idea of diversity.
2020
Gems of Wisdom from Black Leaders of New Thought
In this one-of-a-kind booklet, modern leaders share the teachings of Black ministers who influenced them most.
2019
On the Shoulders of Greatness
A collection of articles with video
The House That Ruth Built
Rev. Ruth Mosley, Ph.D., created the Unity Urban Ministerial School (UUMS) at a time when few understood why a seminary education geared to Black students was important for the future of New Thought.
Unity Urban Ministerial School: Built on Dream and Commitment
More on the history and context of creating UUMS.
From a Path with Heart … Rev. Sallye Coe Taylor
Perhaps the first inner city Unity minister, Sallye Taylor founded Soul Food Unity Ministry to serve nourishing wisdom and also taught Bible to hundreds of students.
Rev. Catherine Brooks, a Pioneering Spirit in Unity
Brooks started her ministry by conducting church in her Florida garage in the 1950s and was remembered as the “dean of Black women ministers” in her area.
It Works if You Work It: The Legacy of Rev. Dr. Johnnie Colemon
Colemon had a rocky start with Unity policies around race, but she went on to found a major church in Chicago and a predominantly Black branch of New Thought called the Universal Foundation for Better Living.
Other Resources:
Black Communities section on the Unity.org website
A list of articles, videos, booklets, and other resources for the Black community
A collection of articles by Black writers on a variety of spiritual topics
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