Our Community Newsletter

October 8, 2014

October Theme: Out of the Comfort Zone

Moving from FEAR to FAITH!

Someone has said that the entire world is suffering from one big fear...

the fear that God will not answer our prayers. The fear of lack is nothing more than the belief that God does not, supply us with what we need. The fear of loss of health, friends, property ---all arise from belief that God is not all that we claim: Omniscience, Omnipotence, and

Omnipresence. But fear is nothing more than the negative use of faith

...faith misplaced; a belief in two powers instead of ONE.

Ernest Holmes "Science of Mind"

Prayer Works When Nothing Else Can....

Having faith in trying times is often a challenge.

When my son was shooting a TV series in Australia recently, I often woke up in the night feeling he was in danger. I immediately began to pray affirming his safety and wellbeing. Later he told me that indeed he often faced danger in the bush. Once he was stranded on a rock in a rushing river when it began to hail. All he could do was stand still and wait without moving so he would not slip into the water.

Prayer is a powerful tool when there seems we can do little else. And how good to know that if prayer ever worked it always works.

Learning to be a Science of Mind Practitioner is the greatest joy of my life. I know I can affect situations thousands of miles away anytime. I have seen forest fires put out; tumors pronounced benign;

wars stopped. This teaching is only 100 years old, and we are still on the cutting edge of discovering how powerful it can be.

Rev. Marilyn Miller

Sunday Service

10:00 - Meditation

10:30 - Service

Youth Program Provided

Ojai Valley Woman's Club

441 E. Ojai Avenue
Ojai, CA 93023

805-715-9796
www.CSLOjai.org

info@cslojai.org

Current Events

Meditations with

Randee Vaskilakos

R.Sc.P.

Mondays at 6:30 p.m.

Donation basis*

Sun. Oct 12th

10:00 Meditation

10:30: "Moving from Fear to Faith"

2:00 Concert by Anjanique Shine of original Sacred & Profane Songs.

Sun. Oct. 19th

10 Meditation

10:30 Celebration Service

12:30 Enneagram Workshop with Dr. Lisa Love

Sun. Oct. 26th

10:30 "Holy Holy Halloween" Outdoor service at the Gables

Garden Stage

(not Women's Club).

Friday, October 10th -" Self Mastery:Tools for Transformation" Science of Mind Classes resume October 10th. 8 Fridays 1:30-4 p.m. - A perfect time each week to renew your spirit with like minded friends.

How to Change Conditions -

When the Knowledge of the Power is Greater than the Fear of the Condition - Healing Takes Place:

This new SOM class offers a powerful support group to manifest your visions, dreams and goals. Not too late to Enroll. Call for Location & Enrollment 805-640-0498.

This Sunday, Oct. 12th Anjanique Shine, prolific singer/songwriter presents her own CONCERT at 2 p.m.

Anjanique has been performing for many years and has a wonderful collection of both sacred and profane songs to share. Suggested Donation is $15 and no one will be turned away for lack of funds. So, come and enjoy.

Twenty fearless folks enjoyed a Tango lesson from Russell Sydney. We had a great time. Thanks, Russell for guiding us through this fun and beautiful dance. Cindy Wright thanks you too. Such a cute pair!

Forty-eight people attended our Prosperity Luncheon where we unveiled the "Tree of Life' where all sustaining participants will be listed. These generous people have become part of our Prosperity Campaign which helps us plan our annual budget. You can participate too. Pick up a Prosperity Campaign card at the Center on Sundays. No gift is too large or too small.

Sunday October 19th Join Dr. Lisa Love

for a workshop on the Enneagram, a tool for Spiritual Evolution. Learn the different levels of soul evolution at this event. 12:30 - 2:30 pm. $25

Community Service:

WATER CONSERVATION NEWS

When the well runs dry, we shall know the value of water

- Benjamin Franklin

Many Communities in California are NOW out of WATER.

Our Lake is the ONLY source of water as many Ojai wells

are running out & some are completely DRY.

PLEASE DO YOUR PART TO CONSERVE WATER!

The disturbing news is that many other parts of the country may ALSO be out of water soon as rain water is not sufficient to replace the underground aquifers that now supply much of their clean water.

This includes many states which have NEVER had a water shortage.

PLEASE CONSERVE.

WHENEVER YOU TURN ON WATER, REDUCE THE STREAM TO A TRICKLE BECAUSE EVERY DROP OF WATER IS AS PRECIOUS AS GOLD!!!

1. Sprinkler use limited to two days a week from 6:00pm - 9:00 am.

2. Keep irrigation on landscape not on sidewalks or streets.

3. Sweep, don't wash sidewalks, driveways, and parking areas.

4. Hose nozzle shut-offs are required at all times when cleaning vehicles or hand watering landscape areas.

5. Limit number of times you flush the toilet.

6. Use a trickle of water to rinse /wash dishes and brush teeth.

Please adjust irrigation timer and sprinkler heads to meet the mandatory restrictions.

Please Attend This Meeting on Saving Water

October 25th 10-2 p.m.

Ventura City Hall Town Meeting

Assembly Member, Das Williams and City of Ventura

will discuss Ways to Reduce water consumption.

This event will feature educators, innovators & government officials.

Light Heart Youth Program

Ages 4 - 11

Join Rev. Geri Woodson each Sunday for the Light Heart Youth Program. Young people will enjoy multi-cultural stories, prayers, meditations, and crafts. They will learn that LOVE is the guiding force in their lives. All youngsters ages 4-11 years of age are welcome from 10:30-11:30 a.m.

CSLOjai contributes one tenth of all income every month to Schools in Tanzania, Africa, Centers for Spiritual Living and local non-profits.

Can you recommend a worthy Non-Profit in the Ojai Valley for consideration to receive our monthly Tithe Donation? Please tell a board member or Rev. Marilyn.

Grapevine

Mondays at 6:30 p.m. Meditation & Prayer

with Licensed Practitioner, Randee Vasilakos. Call for directions (310)722-1933, Suggested Donation* $10 (no one turned away for lack of funds).

Sat. Oct. 11th Ojai Valley Arts TRUNK SHOW - Come see beautiful crafts made in Tanzania by African women who often don't know where their next meal is coming from. 11- 4 p.m. 108 N. Signal (north of Post Office). Say "Hi" to Peggy Williams who facilitates importing this art.

DISCOVER THE SPIRIT OF ITALY, MARCH 19 -30, 2015! Join Rev. Karen Wylie and Rev. Jennifer Berkeley as they explore the Tuscan countryside and take you on a journey throughout Italy and within yourself. Experience the Italian spirit in this most amazing region in all of Europe. Trip cost: $3965 (with meals, not including airfare). Sign up by September 1, 2014, for a $100 discount. For info and a full itinerary, contact Halle Eavelyn, Spirit Quest Tours, (877) 406-5206,

halle@spiritquesttours.com.

"LIVING YOUR INSPIRED LIFE," RADIO SHOW, Sundays, 8-9pm with Rev. Susan Burrell, News Talk Radio 1590 KVTA. You can also listen to the show anytime online on her website, www.livingyourinspiredlife.org. "Living Your Inspired Life is about accessing your inner inspiration and the Divine within. We will be talking about conscious living in every area of our life."

OJAI HEALING EVENTS is a website announcing spiritual/healing events in the Ojai Valley, as well as in the surrounding communities of Ventura County and beyond. Another level of direct advertising for individuals, businesses, and organizations. For info about posting event announcements or mind/body/spirit services, please visit www.OjaiHealingEvents.com and click on the button for "Event Posting Info." For more information, email marilyn@ojaihealingevents.com, or call Marilyn Salas (805) 798-1448.

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