"There's no question that I'm a different kind of person," says Heidi Anderson, "from what I believe to what I do." Recognizing her uniqueness - even quirkiness - Heidi searched for a long time for a spiritual community that would encour- age her to be authentic.  This is what drew her to the First Church of Religious Science (now Center for Spiritual Living Greater Las Vegas) about 13 years ago.  "Here," Heidi says, "I immediately knew, and still know, that I can be myself, honor myself, and be honored."

   According to Heidi, everything she is, everything she learns, and everything she practices is supported and nurtured by our Center and those who call it home.  "I can celebrate my Oneness with God - and all others - and the Truth that Life has no ceiling."  Heidi adds, "I celebrate the Pure Potential of Life within me."

   Born in Long Beach, California, Heidi grew up in Mammoth Lakes, California.  She moved to Las Vegas in 1989 and graduated from Las Vegas High School in 1991.  For more than 15 years, Heidi has been an energy healer and is currently the publisher of Nevada Wellness Magazine and president of the Nevada Holistic Chamber of Commerce, which, as the only chamber of its' kind in Las Vegas, boasts 500 members.  She operates Angel Blessings Wellness Spa, where she enjoys supporting wellness and beauty practi- tioners in growing their businesses.  Recently, Heidi opened a new business incubator-Peace Way Business Center-for new mainstream businesses seeking a holistic approach to doing business.

   Just as her involvement in business is enterprising, Heidi's commitment to our Center is equally energetic.  "I've always been a volunteer, even when I was a child," Heidi says.  At our Center, Heidi particularly enjoys working with our children.  She has taught Sunday School for more than 12 years. 

   "Kids, kids, kids . . . whatever involves our kids," is the answer Heidi offers when discussing her favorite contribu- tion to our Center.  "I love to experience them when they're learning spiritual practices, like meditation, and the spiritual lessons that they describe in ways only children can."  Heidi adds, "Whenever I have a question in my own life, the answers often come to me during Sunday lesson time with our kids."  She is constantly awed by our little ones and celebrates them "because they are the Source of enlighten- ment, each in a special way."

   Heidi's volunteerism with children fulfills her in countless ways.  "I am deeply grateful and love being a part of children's lives, because they add so much to mine," she says.  "When I'm in the room, experiencing them in the same space, it's unbelievable."  Heidi adds, "It's amazing to watch the One Mind unfold.  Our kids tie together the differ- ent themes we study, even if it's months later!"

   A strong advocate for volunteerism, in whatever ways it shows up for each of us, Heidi believes that this "giving of self helps us reveal who we are to ourselves and others."  She adds, "Volunteerism is a gift to me and a private connection between me and all those I serve."

   Reflecting on our Center's intention for 2012 - "Expansive Vibration" - Heidi responds that this is a feeling within herself that directs everything she is and everything she does.  According to Heidi, "We live in a very small world, because of the expansive nature of God, and I know that I am One with every point of Life on the planet."

   Heidi eagerly invites Life to use her everywhere, globally, in a way of enlightened connectedness.  "Celebrating our Oneness, when I hear about something on the other side of the planet, I don't feel like it's 'over there'," Heidi says.  "I know that I can do something, right here and right now, to participate in, and contribute to, the greatest Good unfolding around the world."