Michael Bernard Beckwith to appear at Unity

Dr. Michael Bernard Beckwith will speak on "life visioning" July 5 at Unity Spiritual Center.

Unity proudly welcomes Dr. Michael Bernard Beckwith on July 5 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dr. Beckwith is the founder and spiritual director of the Agape International Spiritual Center, a trans-denominational spiritual community known for its rich cultural diversity, local and global humanitarian programs, and promotion of the arts in Culver City, Calif. He will speak and his wife, Rickie Byars Beckwith, will perform at Unity Hall on the campus of Unity Spiritual Center, 23855 Detroit Road in Westlake.

Tickets are $45 but Observer readers receive a $5 discount by using the coupon code: "observer" when ordering tickets at www.unityspiritualcenter.com. The event is expected to be sold out so tickets may not be available at the door.

Dr. Beckwith will speak on the "Freedom to Soar - Visioning Your Life." He has a new book out called "Life Visioning." Featured in the best-selling book and film "The Secret," Beckwith has appeared on the Oprah Show and Larry King Live, and has taught alongside international leaders of the world’s spiritual traditions. He has also brought his life-enhancing practices to PBS, where his message – The Answer Is You – becomes an inspiring catalyst for living from your highest potential.

Rickie Byars Beckwith has recorded seven original albums and performed with will.i.am at President Barack Obama’s People’s Inaugural Ball.