"Day of the Dead"

Our Community Newsletter

October 29, 2014

"Dia di Los Meurtos" in Mexico

An exciting, upbeat holiday for Hispanic people, "Day of the Dead" brings a healthy perspective to the topic of Death & Dying.

Instead of mourning the loss of loved ones, people in Mexico celebrate the departed by holding a picnic in their honor - IN THE GRAVEYARD. They tell favorite stories of the departed and eat their favorite foods.

Please bring a photo of your departed loved ones to place on our "Day of the Dead" altar this Sun.

"Day of the Dead" keeps the spirit of loved ones alive. My family was blessed to enjoy the friendship of a big cat named Max. He was a healing cat who applied pressure and warmth to any part of your body that was hurting.

We felt a terrible loss when he died. Now I remember him so fondly and his amazing gifts!

One time, our son, had been in Europe for six months. On his return, Max brought a huge rat to him inside the house. Kevin, seeing the cat approach with the giant rat hanging out his mouth, let out a big scream. Max flung the rat in the air and retreated leaving us to deal with the "gift".

Rev. Marilyn Miller

Outdoor Service at the GABLES

Many thanks to those who helped transport furniture and equipment to the gables. AND special thanks to our musicians and GUEST ARTIST, harpist, LORI SUNSHINE.

It was a beautiful day, perfect weather, and fun to see folks in costume!

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. Nov. 2nd

10:00 Meditation

10:20 "Facing the Final Mystery: Honoring Our Ancestors on "Day of the Dead." Bring photo or item for Altar.

12:30-2:30 "Contacting the Departed" Readings with Clairvoyant, Viki King. $30; $25 in advance.

Sun. Nov. 9th

10:00 Meditation

10:30: Service & Children's Program

1 - 3. Bill Garlington's Lecture on "The Perrineal Philosophy". $25; $20 in advance.

THIS SUN. Nov. 2nd 12:30-2:30 Readings with Special Guest, Viki King, celebrated clairvoyant. Members of our community have enjoyed being with her for three years. Viki has served many world luminaries such as Princess Diana of Wales. She brings the metaphysical into her work and does not work on the regular psychic level. She offers a message from a departed loved one or answers a question about your life. Her normal fee is $400 per hour.

Everyone one attending receives a reading. $30 or $25 in advance. Sign up by calling 805-640-0498. (Limited seating; Credit Cards accepted).

Sunday, November 2nd 10:30 a.m. "Dia di Los Muertos", (Day of the Dead) "Facing the Final Mystery:Honoring Your Ancestors".

If you bring a photo or personal item of a departed loved one, pleasel place it on our festive ALTAR.

SAVE THE DATE - Very Special Lecturer

Sun. November 9th popular lecturer, Bill Garlington will speak on "The Perineal Philosophy", the great truths of the great religions of the world. People LOVE Professor Garlington. He's known for presenting fascinating programs because of his very personable style. This event promises insights into the true teachings of Islam so important to know at this time.

Tickets are $25 ($20 in advance when purchased on our website at www.CSLOjai.com.) Click on the word Registration in the lower left hand corner of the Home Page.

Community Service:

WATER CONSERVATION NEWS

Report from Ventura County WATER SUMMIT held last week:

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

- Benjamin Franklin

Recent predictions about a possible El NINO bringing us rain have proved to be totally unpredictable. The weather evidence keeps changing and is so atypical that we now know any report is unreliable.

While both Ventura County and the State of California are scrambling to deal with potential new water sources, the predictions are dire. The price of water will go up and with it the price of food!

Agriculture Reports for Ventura County -

Farmers are now planting fewer crops and looking to growing crops that require less water. So Lima Beans rather than Strawberries may be in our future.

Substitute Native Plants for Lawns -

The biggest waste of private water use is still green lawns.

The bad news is the astroturf which looks amazing, is not really good for the soil or for your home. Installing astroturf causes the ground to turn to a cement like hardness and reflects heat into the residence. Best solution is replant lawns with beautiful native plants and grasses.

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

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).

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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