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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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| CSL-LA CENTER | |
6404 Wilshire Blvd Suite 1230 Los Angeles CA 90048 323-852-9055 info@csl-la.org
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 Rev. Tricia Klink
Staff Ministers
Rev. Tricia Klink Bookkeeper
WEBSITE
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QUOTING ERNEST HOLMES
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"But we are born to be happy, to be abundantly supplied with every good thing, to have fun in living, to consciously unite with the Divine Power that is around us and within us, and to grow and expand forever." Ernest Holmes
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ONGOING
1st SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH Women of Spirit @ 11:30am
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| MAKING A DIFFERENCE |
CONNIE SCHNEIDER
was named
Volunteer of the Month
for July 2012
If you don't know Connie, you need to. She's simply "the best." This picture is great because it's exactly how I imagine her when her name comes up--with a genuine, beaming smile. Connie has been a presence in the Center for quite a while and has kept a commitment to serving at the Book Table for years and years. And she's a dream volunteer--every time I've asked her to help with something, her answer is always "sure." She jumps right in and makes things work. What a blessing she is for us and for all who know her. Thank you, Connie. You make a difference!
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Please visit our website
www.csl-la.org
to learn more about CSL-LA, Religious Science, and our parent organization - the International Centers for Spiritual Living. |
| OUR BOARD of TRUSTEES |
President Terry Dadd
Vice Pres Csynthia Savage
Treasurer John McLean
Secretary Sherry Mandan
At Large Edward Brown
Elizabeth Dadd Brian Daly
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| WHAT WE BELIEVE |
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 eternal Givingness of God to all.
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| PRACTITIONERS | |
Our licensed practitioners are honored to treat with you upon your request. Feel free to ask any practitioner for treatment following any Sunday Celebration. If you would like to follow-up and work more with your practitioner, you can find their contact information on our website
www.csl-la.org
by selecting the menu-tab which reads Practitioners. You can also contact a practitioner by calling the Center office and we will be happy to assist you.
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By scanning this QR code with the scanner in your iPhone, iPad or Droid, you can access our CSL-LA APP. You'll want to take advantage of this wonderful way to stay in touch.
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| OUR PURPOSE |
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."
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Choose the Power of Positivity
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What Inspires Me
 When we had our used book sale not too long ago, I picked up several books. One was a biography of Dr. Holmes by his brother, Fenwicke. It sat on my book shelf for a while until I finally picked it up. Then I couldn't put it down.This biography may not meet contemporary academic standards but it is filled with in important, fascinating anecdotes. One such story was a very brief mention of a sister-in-law who was an American Indian (the tribe was not specified but she was from Maine). Fenwicke writes that young Ernest spent a summer with his older brother and his Indian wife and was deeply influenced by her. This is so inspiring to me--literally filling me with spirit. It is no mere coincidence that both Dr. Holmes and Charles Fillmore of the Unity movement were profoundly affected by American Indian spirituality of the late 1800's. New Thought, at it's most vigorous, is authentically American--something of this place, this land and this time.We are blessed to be the inheritors of a meaningful Truth teaching. As you continue on with your "summer reading" I urge you to take time and explore your spiritual roots, our spiritual roots. I'll bet if you seek, you will find something surprising, enriching, useful, and inspiring. I bet'cha. All is Well, Life is Good, We are Truly Blessed ~ John |
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Sundays In August
Rev. McLean's Lessons
August 5 Accept Life August 12 A New UnityAugust 19 Two Great Realities August 26 Guest Speaker - Edward Brown
Musical Inspiration
August 5 Maxayn Lewis August 12 Beverly & Garnett
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Save The Date!
We love September and the "back to school" energy it brings with it. For some of us it feels like the real New Year. In addition to a variety of classes that will begin in September, make sure to pencil in these two special Sunday dates:
Sunday September 30th Pet Blessing
during 10am Celebration
Sunday October 7th Fall Picnic
after 10am Celebration
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Video Worth Watching
Rev. David Ault is the director of the Center for Spiritual Living Atlanta. A few years ago, he created a video piece called "A New Pledge." Take the time right now to view this lovely piece. CLICK HERE
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Ongoing
WOMEN OF SPIRIT
meeting Sunday, August 5th
in the VIP Room at the Harmony Gold Theatre following the Sunday Celebrations
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Spiritual Mind Treatment
WITH GOD, ALL THINGS ARE POSSIBLE Edward L. Brown R.Sc.P. There is One God-Infinite Mind, Infinite Source, and Infinite
Possibility. Everything that is or can be exists in this One. All thought and creativity spring from the One Mind, eternally bringing into existence new forms and expressing in new ways. I am one with the One, God expressing in, as, and through Me. I NOW release any thoughts of limitation or beliefs of inability. I know every question has its perfect answer. I open Myself NOW to the awareness that infinite possibility flows through Me, and I easily find unlimited channels of expression for joy, peace, love, and creativity. My world becomes one of excitement, fulfillment, and satisfaction. Spirit guides ALL My decisions, ALL My efforts, and ALL My relations in perfect right action. I release My word to the Law. With gratitude, I let it be so, knowing that in My life, ALL things are possible. And So It Is. |
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Spiritual Mind Treatment
THE PEACE SIGN
Jim Evering
I was leaving my house one morning a few weeks ago with my mind in turmoil. The day hadn't started out very well and I was feeling a lot of unwelcome emotions. I saw a boy who lives a few doors away and absently waved to him with a two-finger gesture. He mirrored my wave and I noticed that his fingers had formed the peace sign. I smiled at seeing the old 60's sign being given to me by a nine-year-old. About an hour later I was on my way to the supermarket when I was struck by a woman walking toward me. Dressed all in black with a beret perched on the side of her head, she looked like an eccentric artist from the Greenwich Village of decades ago. Her delicate beauty attracted me and as our eyes met, she gave me a shy smile and raised her hand in the peace sign. The peace sign twice within the hour! Obviously the universe was telling me something. My spirits lifted and I felt grateful --- grateful that I got the message, grateful that I was alert to it and grateful for the change in my attitude.
Now when I start to lose my cool in traffic or at less than fantastic news, I give myself the peace sign and immediately see the world with a fresh outlook.
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From The Perennial Philosophy
Like tides from an invisible ocean of life
Bringing messages from the shore of time,
Eternity presses upon us.
It belongs to the present moment;
Occasionally a door opens,
Eternity enters and brings the light,
Messages from the unknown mystery of being,
Ranges of consciousness unlimited...
And on and on to the Great Heart that breathes
In rhythmic livingness in everything!
O heart of Christ, O heart of God, O light.
Ernest Holmes from The Voice Celestial
Ernest Shurtleff Holmes (January 21, 1887 - April 7, 1960) was an American writer and spiritual teacher. He was the founder of a Spiritual movement known as Religious Science, a part of the greater New Thought movement, whose spiritual philosophy is known as "The Science of Mind." His work is now carried on by the organization known as Center for Spiritual Living.
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Classes in August
None of us can have a truly adult life until we have an adult understanding of what "God" is. This book serves as good guide through the various and predictable stages of our growth in spiritual maturity. It is based on the construct of "spiral dynamics" which we will spend time exploring as well. If you enjoy the work of Carl Jung and Joseph Campbell, it's safe to say that you'll find this class very rich and rewarding. Wednesdays, August 1, 8, 15, 22nd 7pm Tuition $60
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Lessons Of Truth
PERSONAL AUTHORITY
Rev. Marian G. Moon
Personal authority comes from an awareness and comprehension of what's right and best in any experience. With this awareness one can take command, make decisions, and influence the outcome of certain situations. We would like to know that we are able to do this in our own lives. We can when we understand what's involved. Authority comes from knowing the truth.
We are not subject to the outside influences when we realize we are the authors of our lives. An author originates the script and determines what's going to happen before it happens.
Every day we have an opportunity to decide how our day will be. This is determined by what we know. This knowing takes form in consciousness. Unless we assert personal authority in treatment work, we may be influenced by ideas, behavior or actions of others. Learning to take responsibility puts us in touch with who we are as spiritual beings. This allows us to command nature's forces to work on our behalf. Treating consciousness is knowing the Truth. In treatments we authorize the law of mind to work for us in a specific way.
Personal authority is our gift. It is meant to be used to prosper us, bring harmony, order and right action into expression. This recognition gives us command of our spiritual integrity and individuality.
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THE FINAL WORD
I would rather be ashes than dust!
I would rather that my spark should burn out in a
Brilliant blaze than it should be stifled by dryrot.
I would rather be a superb meteor,
Every atom of me in magnificent glow,
Than a sleepy and permanent planet.
The proper function of man is to live,
Not to exist.
I shall not waste my days
In trying to prolong them.
I shall use my time.
Jack London 1905
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All is Well, Life is Good,
We Are Truly Blessed!
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