12/05/2025
We love, honor and appreciate Rev. Dr. Paul Albert Hasselbeck for the immense impact he has made in the Unity movement and especially to Unity of Gaithersburg. Paul started with Unity while he was a dentist in Puerto Rico while studying A Course in Miracles (ACIM). Once he was "called" to ministry he was full of light expressing light as a metaphysician sharing his light with all he met. He has taught Unity courses at UoG for decades in person and online. Paul was always willing to give. We see you as pure light and pure spirit. We miss your physical presence but know your light, your textbook Heart-Centered Metaphysics; a Deeper Look at Unity Teachings and all the books you wrote or co-wrote continue to make a difference in the world. Love forever ❤️
We honor the life and legacy of Rev. Paul Hasselbeck, D.D., who has made his transition. A beloved teacher, author, minister, and a true “rock star” of the Unity movement, Paul dedicated his life to exploring—and helping others explore—the fundamental nature of reality, oneness, and our own divine potential.
Widely recognized as one of Unity’s leading authorities on metaphysics, Paul brought joy, passion, and a wonderfully contagious enthusiasm to every classroom, workshop, and stage where he taught. He laughingly called himself “the god-slayer”—a nickname that originated with his students— because he so thoroughly challenged their traditional ideas about God and introduced them to mind-blowing concepts of spiritual principles.
Ordained in 1996, Paul served in numerous roles throughout his remarkable career, including ministerial service, retreat ministry, and 10 years as dean of instruction for the Unity Spiritual Education and Enrichment program.
He also authored or co-authored several influential books, including the seminal Heart-Centered Metaphysics, used worldwide as a primary text for metaphysical study. His books on practical metaphysics, the 12 powers, and his emails called “The Absolute Word”—a weekly reconstruction of Daily Word messages—inspired seekers everywhere. He also reached thousands as co-host of the podcast Metaphysical Romp 2 with Revs. Drs. Cher and Bil Holton, where his humor, clarity, and depth helped make even the most complex ideas “impossibly fun.”
Paul’s legacy lives on in the countless students, friends, and spiritual explorers he touched. We are grateful for the gifts he shared and the light he brought to our world. May his spiritual journey continue in peace, joy, and infinite love.
