SUNDAYS @ 10AM
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HARMONY
GOLD
THEATER
7655 Sunset Blvd
4 blocks east of Fairfax
plentiful, free parking beneath and behind the theater
Treatment at 9:30
Service begins at 10:00
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Office &
Class Space
6404 Wilshire Blvd
Suite 500
Los Angeles CA 90048
323-852-9055
info@lacrs.com
free evening parking in the building
enter at the light at
LaJolla & Wilshire
Rev. John M. McLean
Director
Rev. Marian G. Moon
Rev. Frank Fischer
Staff Ministers
Mr. Cooper Neal
Center Administrator
WEBSITE
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QUOTING
ERNEST HOLMES
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The Divine Plan is one of Freedom. The inherent nature of man is ever seeking to express itself in terms of freedom, because freedom is the birthright of every living soul. Ernest Holmes
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ONGOING AT THE CENTER
MONDAYS
2nd Monday each month
Spiritual Jam Session @ 7pm
WEDNESDAYS
Class at 7pm
THURSDAYS
Class at 7pm
SATURDAYS
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| MAKING A DIFFERENCE |
JENNIE VENTRISS was named "Volunteer of the Month" for November.
In addition to simply being one of the people you can always count on, Jennie is part of the crew that does the Sunday Set-Up each week. Most of the time, you can find Jennie helping at the Book Table. She also Ushers. No matter what, Jennie is always on-hand, week-in, week-out, with a helping hand and a great big smile. Jennie is someone who really helps to "make a difference." Thank you, Jennie!
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Please visit our website
www.lacrs.com
to learn more about CSL/LA, Religious Science, and our parent organization, the International Centers for Spiritual Living.
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| For Chanukah... | |
A candle is a small thing.
But one candle can light another. And see how its own light increases, as a candle gives its flame to the other. You are such a light!
Moshe Davis and Victor Ratner |
| CSL/LA BOARD |
Board of Trustees
President
Csynthia Savage
Vice President/Treasurer
Terry Dadd
Secretary
Sherry Mandan
At Large
Edward Brown
Elizabeth Dadd
Don C. Smith
and
John M. McLean
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WHAT WE BELIEVE
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Declaration of Principle We believe in God, the living Spirit Almighty -- One, Indestructible, Absolute, Self-Existent Cause.
We believe that the Kingdom of God is within and that we experience this Kingdom to the degree we become conscious of it.
We believe in the eternal Goodness, the eternal Loving Kindness, and the external Givingness of God to all.
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| PRACTITIONERS | |
Our licensed practitioners are honored to treat with you upon your request. Please refer to our website www.lacrs.com, select the tab WHO WE ARE, and you'll find the ways to contact a practitioner for a treatment. You can also contact a practitioner by calling the Center office and we will be happy to assist you.
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OUR PURPOSE
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This Center exists to support all people with the transformation of their lives. We do this by teaching Spiritual Principle and by celebrating the Promise of Living.
Our philosophy, outlook and practice is based on the pioneering work of Dr. Ernest Holmes. Our basic textbook is "The Science of Mind" by Dr. Holmes.
Our founding pastor was Dr. David J. Walker. We honor his legacy by adhering to the essence of the Science of Mind teachings and by treating to know "that the innermost God and the highest God are one and the same."
The purpose of life is to strike a balance between acknowledging our completeness and enjoying our creativity.
Dr. David J. Walker |
Choose
the
Power
of
Positivity
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| What Inspires Me
Make sure you read The Last Word at the end of this newsletter. It's a piece written by Dr. Howard Thurman. If you don't know him, he was one of the Great Souls of the 20th century--someone who did a mighty work based on the Truth that the Presence indwells us all.
Not only am I inspired by his writings and example but also by so many others who bravely walk "the road less traveled." That includes you!
As we come to the end of a year of great transition in the life of this ministry, I am moved by your example. I am grateful for all the ways you seek to heal, prosper, and bless, not only yourselves, but also your friends, family, and the greater community.
That you actively participate in our Center tells me that you're up to the task of expanding your commitment to growth in personal awareness and spiritual under-standing. Awesome! Why not take advantage of the great energies that surround our holidays and focus on the good you want to demonstrate and share this year?
Please know that we support you in all your worthy ambitions and know you're more than able to realize them. Just in case you'd forgotten--the Divine indwells you and exists for the sole purpose of bringing into manifestation your perfect world.
Richest Blessings for the Holidays and in the New Year! All is Well, Life is Good, We are Truly Blessed, Rev. John
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...It was always said of him, that he knew how to keep Christmas well, if any man alive possessed the knowledge. May that be truly us, all of us. And so, as Tiny Tim observed, God Bless us, every one!
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Sundays In December
- Rev. McLean's Lessons -
December 5 Working With the Law
December 12 Behold! A Marvel
December 19 Is There Room at the Inn?
December 26 A Blessing At Year-End - Special Music -
December 5 Paul Horner with
Bunny Hull & Anindo
December 12 Carol Weiss and Faith Rivera
December 19 Paul Horner & CSL Chorale
December 26 Carol Weiss
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Reviews
Women of Spirit coordinated a group tour of the Museum of Tolerance on Sunday November 7th. For the group that gathered there, it was a moving day and a call to mindfulness. I am glad to have had the chance to share this experience with others--it was good to be in community.
On Thursday November 4th there was an informational meeting led by ICSL president Dr. Kenn Gordon and UCSL president Dr. Kathy Hearn and hosted by Spiritworks CSL in Burbank. There was a great deal of discussion about the details of the upcoming integration of the two branches of Religious Science. It was largely focussed on by-laws and the structure of the new organization. The only thing I really want to share with you is that I specifically asked if CREATIVE THOUGHT magazine would remain in publication--the answer was an emphatic "YES".
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Previews
We have partnered with Operation School Bell this year and are excited about this organization and their involvement in the lives of LA's school children. They are having a family Christmas Party at their center on Saturday, December 11th.
We are among many, many centers, churches and organizations who will be helping to make this a Merry Christmas for their client-families. Begin your toy shopping now and return all gifts, unwrapped, to us by... December 5th and we will get them to the center in time for the party! Among the recommended gifts are:
Monopoly, Jr., Scrabble, Hi-Ho Cherio, Sorry, Candy Land, Trouble, Chutes & Ladders, balls, baseballs, jump-ropes, Matchbox cars, Hot Wheels, Dora The Explorer dolls, Barbie, baby dolls, building blocks, and action figures.
This effort is a project of CSL-LA's Women of Spirit. Thank you for taking the lead on our community outreach projects!
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"12+1" New 12-Step Meeting Beginning Jan 8th
12+1 is a traditional 12-step recovery meeting with an added step of prayer/treatment. This meeting will be held at the Center Offices every Saturday at 3:30pm beginning on January 8th. All friends of Bill W. are kindly welcome. All questions about this new opportunity should be directed to Rev. Frank Fischer who will co-ordinate this meeting for the Center. |
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Treatment for December
Clarity Equals Transformation
As we look into the Universe we see the Power of that which is greater than ourselves and yet we know the Truth of our being. We are not separate from that Universal Power, but a unique individualized expression of all that we see, hear, feel, touch, taste, and more. The unity of all that is we call the One Mind of God, Divine Creative intelligence, Life. That is what moves through, in, around and as each one of us. It is from this center that we move forward into the expression of our own experience of Life. By embracing the idea that we operate from our Divine Center, our mind experiences greater clarity. Every aspect of our lives is perceived through a clearer lens. Recognizing our Divinity recognizes our unity with all that is. Every idea has its foundation in Divine Intelligence. It is from Divine Intelligence, the Spirit of our core, that we are able to take our thoughts and move them forward with the clarity that transforms our experience. Confusion and fear have no power in the One Mind of God, therefore confusion and fear have no power within us. This Truth of our being supports the integrity of our word, and we see our lives transformed with limitless possibilities. As we release these words to the Law of Mind we express great gratitude and thanksgiving for what we know as the absolute Truth for ourselves and all Life. And so it is. Rebekah Kemmerer R.Sc.P |
New Classes Starting in December
"The Spiritual Path" SOM 101 Rev. John McLean
Thursdays - 7pm tuition - $110
December 2, 9, 16 - January 6, 13, 20, 27 - February 3
This class introduces students to the background, history, and beginnings of The Science of Mind as well as to a new concept of God. Classes explore how God relates to the individual and how thought creates our personal reality. This course covers the first 60 pages of The Science of Mind.
"The Power of Decision" SOM 202 Rev. John McLean
Wednesdays - 7pm tuition $110
December 1, 8, 15 - January 5, 12, 19, 26 - February 2
This class is designed to empower students to reach independent decisions which enhance the quality of their lives. Based on the powerful metaphysical classic, this course is valuable for both the new and experienced student. Text: Power of Decision - Raymond Charles Barker
Single night attendance is welcome & valuable.
Tuition is $15 per class.
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Lessons Of Truth
Using the Creative Process
by Rev. Marian G. Moon
It is possible to demonstrate what you want in life. There is a process that never fails to bring results. It is simple. It is dependable. Yet if we fail to apply this principle we don't realize the result we want. However, whenever we do apply it, it never fails to give us results.
Any idea we give our attention to will eventually manifest as our experience. We don't have to believe this in order to prove it because it involves a universal Law of Mind that is infallible.
A quote from Raymond Charles Barker gives us insight into the creative process. He said, "Everything begins as an idea in the Mind, moves through the process of consciousness, enters into a law of action and completes itself in a tangible form known as demonstration."
We may not be aware of this process, yet it is part of every end result we experience.
We can learn to apply this principle and activate this law for our purpose. We develop consciousness by being consistent regarding our desires. It is a matter of focusing thought attention for the results we want and allowing them to appear.
Causation begins in our minds. We begin with an idea as Dr. Barker states. Then we keep our attention directed for the end results we want. Mind follows our mental attention. It causes the Law to respond. It is not difficult to demonstrate when we put this principle to practice.
This law is no respecter of persons. It works for everyone. If this idea is new to you, give it some thought. Begin to apply it to your personal desire and prove it for yourself.
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The Final Word
Blessings At Year's End
I remember with gratitude the fruits of the labors of others, which I have shared as a part of the normal experience of daily living.
I remember the beautiful things that I have seen, heard, and felt-some, as a result of definite seeking on my part, and many that came unheralded into my path, warming my heart and rejoicing my spirit.
I remember the new people I have met, from whom I have caught glimpses of the meaning of my own life and the true character of human dignity.
I remember the dreams that haunted me during the year, keeping me ever mindful of goals and hopes which I did not realize, but from which I drew inspiration to sustain my life and keep steady my purposes.
I remember the awareness of the spirit of God that sought me out in my aloneness and gave to me a sense of assurance that undercut my despair and confirmed my life with new courage and abiding hope.
Dr. Howard Thurman (1899 -1981)
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All is Well, Life is Good,
We Are Truly Blessed! |
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