Vision StatementWe are a vibrant, loving community and an inspirational resource for spiritual awakening and personal growth.

Mission StatementThe purpose of this Church shall be to serve as a Spiritual Development Center by making available the knowledge and practiceof Science of Mind to all people, and especially to its members, and to foster their spiritual, cultural and general well-being and to

provide facilities for education, fellowship and public worship.

When I was in the School of Ministryone of the Ministers who was facilitatinga weekend retreat for us shared about thepower of the images we hold in mindabout our ministry. While there is avision that overarches the entirety of ourlives, there are also images of the day today living of it. These images maysupport or sabotage our vision. I believethis is also true for everyone's life. So,using my life and ministry as an illustra-tion, please consider the principles atwork and images you hold for your ownlife, remembering you can trade them infor higher, newer and more sparklingmodels at any time.

My vision is to live a passionate, dedi-cated and committed life that shinesthrough my ministry. Here are possibleimages for my daily life:

Minister (person) as juggler: Rushingfrom one plate spinning on top of a longflexible pole to another attempting tokeep them all in play without breaking adish. Personally this is way too hard anddemanding for me.

Minister (person) as train wreck: Highdrama and reacting to it all by being over-whelmed, taking things personally and

playing victim. Personally this does notmatch the way I want to experience theenergy of life.

Minister (person) as puppet: Pulled byeveryone else's need and drama, nopersonal life or control over my hours ordays. Personally, this doesn't match myview of good physical, mental, emotionalor spiritual health.

Minister (person) as star: Having to bethe center of attention in every activity.Personally, way to much pressure toalways be on! Always be lovable andalways be put together physically, thereare just days when I am not going to puton makeup!

Minister (person) as spiritual partner:This is one of the images I love. It lookslike being in partnership with the peoplearound me that I do life with. It speaksof respect for each other, of everyonedoing what is needed to allow the highestand best to happen through our work. Itmeans we are centered in prayer andactive in life. It also means we each havegood boundaries and as equals we speakhonestly about what we can say yes toand acknowledge that life is about choice,

Reverend Kristina M. CollinsA NEWSLETTER FROM THE SANCTUARY FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING JULY/AUG 2014

SUNDAY SERVICESRev. Kristina M. Collins

July 6"The Nature of Freedom"July 13"Divine Harmony"July 20"Faith, Hope & Love"July 27"Wisdom and Change"

August 3"Amplify Your Good!" Guest Speaker: Rev. Steve Rambo August 10"Discovering Your Own Power & Authority" Guest Speaker: Terry McBrideAugust 17"The Secret of Life" Guest Speaker: Rev. Carol BlissAugust 24"Soul Friend"August 31"Divine Splendor" continued on page 3

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FROM THE BOARDWilvesta Morgan Jr., President

I have often stated in my articles thatwhen I prepare to write this article, I sitin silence and allow my mind to justdrift with many thoughts. During thistime, I never have any particularthought that I am dwelling on. In mydeepest thought process emerges the

topic of my article. How startled I am to be led to what Iwant to say.

Recently I wrote that Rev. Kris, Rev. Carol or one of thePractitioners will say something that just sticks with me.Most of the time, they are unaware of how powerful thestatements are that they have said. I listen very carefully andmake a mental note of what they have said.

To illustrate my point, as I prepared to start drafting thisarticle, for some unknown reason I picked up an old copyof the Daily Word. I flipped it open and low and behold,there were some of the quotes that I heard from our lecternin Sunday Service. Havent you heard this? "In the sanctuaryof Gods love, I open my heart to infinite peace." "God ismy source of wisdom." "I am divinely guided in all thingsthat I do." And last, "In prosperity and trusting in God, Ilive in peace and plenty."

Now doesnt this sound just like we hear from ourmagnificent group of speakers? I dont usually speak on thesesubjects but I do practice all of them.

My heart just overflows with joy when I read these words.It is an honor for me to express my gratitude to our Boardof Trustees. The Board is made up of all women, with mebeing the only man. This is only because the ladies werethe only ones to come forward and run for the Board inOctober. We certainly encourage the men to step forwardand run for a position. We need your voices and your talents.In the meantime it is my pleasure to thank this fabulousgroup of women consisting of Rev. Kris, Kellie Mulhern-Davis, Teresa Day, Victoria Del Aguila, Peggy Huber and KimWeathers. This is a fabulously super-talented group ofwomen. They are so full of excellent ideas and they are somuch fun to work with. Men, you are missing all of the deli-cious treats that they bring into the meeting as we take careof church business. Our community is so blessed to have allof our women serving our family in such a magnificent way.

On behalf of our Board, Rev. Kris, Rev. Carol and all ofour Practitioners, we applaud all of our extraordinary familyfor participating in all of the many activities that are givenhere at our facility. It would be impossible to be as successfulas we are as a church, without your support. We salute all ofyou and thank you again and again.

Our vision statement continues to demonstrate what weare all about. The statement reminds us that we are a vibrant,loving community and an inspirational resource for spiri-tual awakening and personal growth.

Our facilities are used for many purposes. For exampleour church is used by the county to be a polling place forthree precincts to vote during elections. Jim Montgomeryopens our doors and sets up everything throughout the day.

In addition to all of the classes that we are constantlygiving, outside organizations request to use our facilities. Weserve our community very well. We realize that as events aregiven, our church is seen by new people. They come to anevent, they become impressed by our church and what theysee. Realizing how friendly we are, so often they will return.

On behalf of the Board, Rev. Kris and Rev. Carol, we areso grateful to our fantastic congregation for supporting our

Youth and Family Ministry in their car wash on May 18. Itwas a complete success and they raised over $1,000 to beused to send our teens to camp. What an inspiring way thatis to have our youth earn their expenses, rather than for itto have been given to them. It was hard work and they gotwet but we are all so proud of them. Words cannot expressour heartfelt gratitude to Scott McDermitt and Jill Robertsfor the magnificent work that you are teaching our youthto plan together, play together and most of all to worktogether. The values you are teaching them now will moldtheir lives forever. Thank you to all of the teens, children,parents and adults who helped make this a success (MonicaWatson, Steve Bosserman, and Jim Montgomery). Ourcommunity adores all of you and will always be there toassist you in any way that we can. May God continue to blessand direct your lives to be whatever you want them to be.Your church applauds all of you.

It is with joy in my heart that I shine my spotlight onour Sound Department in this article. This is the reason.Each Sunday morning as I arrive, usually at 10:15, I alwayssee Steve Bosserman or Linda Cullerton already here andsetting up the sound system. Often Mike Gallagher andTeresa Day will also join them. They check everything so themusicians can practice and then the Practitioner of the Daywill begin the meditation. It is a thing of beauty to observehow every movement that they make is necessary to providethe clearest sounds that they can get. So often as we enterthe sanctuary, we take for granted that everything is readyfor us, however, for everything that happens here, there isa person behind the scenes making it so. Our excellent soundcrew sits in the balcony, operating the sound system. Itrequires deep concentration and team work with the speakersand musicians, to do the work that is required.

The Board has a Trustee in contact with the Steve, so wereceive feedback about any equipment repair or replacement,or volunteer opening they may have. We support them inrunning an effective and essential department of our church.There is a need for more volunteers to learn to operate thesound. They will train you and work with you until you areready to operate it alone. If you are interested, you cancontact Steve Bosserman or call Terri Thayer in the churchoffice 626-332-6838.

With our deepest appreciation, it is with great honor thatwe stand in awe to thank all of you in the Sound Departmentfor the extraordinary service that you give to us every Sundayand Wednesday night as well as many other events like ourMGM Musical Concert, Memorial Services and WeddingCeremonies, where you lend your talents.

In closing, from the Board, Rev. Kris, Rev. Carol and ourentire church community, we are so proud and honored tocongratulate our super special Practitioner Graduates; MarthaBass, Leri Smith, and Terri Thayer. On June 1, their gradu-ating exercise was held at our church. The service was terrificand each graduate was well prepared to make their speeches.Rev. Kris and Rev. Carol gave excellent remarks. Tina Meekswas a show stopper with her voice and David Cohen wasgreat on the piano. We are so grateful for all Practitionerswho participated. The Candlelight Ceremony at the closeof the service was inspiring! A reception followed the grad-uation and the day ended with joy and happiness foreveryone. It is with great joy that I let you know that theyhave successfully completed their written examinations andwill be proceeding to their Licensing Panels on July 12.

With a joyous heart, Wilvesta Morgan, Jr.

BLISSFUL LIVINGRev. Dr. Carol Bliss

Navigating ChangeSometimes life is filled with change.We may feel like were on a rockingship, far from the familiar, frightenedand alone. Now is the time to pray,

to allow our beloved spiritual community to surround uswith love and support. Jesus said, "Fear not, little flock, forit is your Fathers good pleasure to give you the kingdom."When we find ourselves in unknown territory, when we feellonely, when we dont know where to turn or cant seem tofind answers, we place our lives in the hands of God. Changecan be an opportunity to allow others to love and supportus. We live in a supportive universe and we can rely on somuch more than just ourselves. The beautiful hymn, "HisEye is on the Sparrow" reminds us that the loving Presenceof an all-powerful, all-loving God watches over us, and is

always leading us in the direction of higher good."Why should I feel discouragedWhy should my heart be lonelyHis tender word I hear, and resting on His goodness, I lose my doubts and fears."

Often, a simple mantra can calm our minds, remindingus of the real truth of our being. I love Louise Hays beau-tiful affirmation, "I am safe. All is well." God always showsus the way.

We are never alone. As Ernest Holmes taught, we cannever be hurt, harmed or endangered. We are Gods belovedand are always cradled safely in the arms of a God who knowsonly good.

With Gratitude AboundingRev. Dr. Carol

therefore, sometimes we will say no.Minister (person) in a raft floating smoothly on a beau-

tiful river: Years ago I did a midnight raft float on RushCreek at June Lake. We got into the rafts at midnight at agentle bend in the river that was by the road. It was a fullmoon and we lay on our backs looking up. The river wassmooth and easy moving our raft along turning it so thatwe would see a different view in each moment. The moonwas full and the stars were bright. The cliffs of the moun-tains were amazing, shining with the reflected light of themoon. The trees and rushes of the creek were gentle cover-ings of leaves and brush. I remember being fully present toeach turning of the raft. It was like being in an extendedmeditation fully alive and amazed by the beauty of life. This

Visions & Values cont. from page 1is how I see my ministry (life). I am blessed to be fullypresent in each moment which offers a new view of lifeitself as it moves through the events in our church and thelives of each of you. I am blessed to bear witness to thegreatness of your lives. Yes, sometimes there is much todo, and it is possible to be fully in each piece of it from theoffice work to the sacred ceremony. Life is holy, I am sograteful to see it. This image allows me to be peaceful, poisedand positive in each situation and to bring forward whatis mine to be and do. It makes my daily walk with yousacred and a meditation of the highest form.

There are many more possibilities. Consider what arethe images you hold for your life, because they are makingyour conditions, right now.

From my heart to yours, Rev. Kris

VISIONS IN PROGRESSBy Kellie Mulhern-Davis

Greetings from the Visions In Progress (VIP) servicegroup! We had another great FUNdraiser with our Fiesta cele-brating Cinco de Mayo on the 3rd of May! What can I saywhatever works, right! It truly was a glorious event. We hadall kinds of delicious foods that celebrated Mexican heritagethat our VIP members gifted their time and talents to makeand share! It was an atmosphere of music, dance and totalJOY!! We raised over a $1000.00 for our beloved church. 30%will directly to the Sanctuary Roof Restoration Fund forHarmony Hall!!

From our local community, we had a very special guestthis year. The "Ballet Folklorico Zapateando con Pasion" (FolkDancers Stepping with Passion) honored us with theiramazing and beautiful dances. All dancers were adorned withthe stunning attire of the Mexican folklore traditions that

have bewildered and uplifted audiences all over! They wereages from 3-17 and delighted us with their smiles and enthu-siasm not to mention their craft of the dance! Wow! I canstill picture them in my mind in a word, FANTASTICO!!!I also would like to thank everyone who came to this event!Its your participation that makes these celebrations a success!

Our next meeting will be July 13th after our SundayCelebration Service. We have all kinds of ideas to explore!!So, if you feel a tug to be and share in the Creative Processand a desire to be of service and have fun at the same time,then come and check it out.

ALL ARE WELCOME!!!Enthusiastically,Kellie Mulhern-Davis, President

MUSIC

July 6 Mary EklerJuly 13 Jennifer HartJuly 20 Christy and David CohenJuly 27 Mary Ekler

7/1 Wilvesta Morgan, Jr.7/2 Mary Paine 7/8 Mary Filippelli7/8 Jan Uebersetzig

7/11 Diane Glock7/12 Paula Cosio7/14 Mardi Arnold

BIRTHDAYS7/14 Sandra Macis7/17 Teresa Day7/19 Sharon Navarro7/19 Monica Watson7/21 Sulema Servera7/23 Peggy Huber7/26 Victoria Del Aguila

Seniors, Center onWellness 10:30 amThe Power of YourWord 7:00 pm

1Tai Chi6:00 pmHealing LightService 7:00 pm

2 3 4All Church Clean Up8:30 am - 2:00 pm

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Nature ofFreedomIndependence DayBBQ Noon

6Monday MorningMiracles10:00 am

7Seniors, Center onWellness 10:30 amThe Power of YourWord 7:00 pm

8Tai Chi6:00 pmHealing LightService 7:00 pm

9 10 11Practitioner Panels8:30 amCSL Teen Camp

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Divine HarmonyVIP Meeting12:30 pmCSL Teen Camp

13Monday MorningMiracles10:00 amCSL Teen Camp

14 Seniors, Centeron Wellness 10:30 amThe Power of YourWord 7:00 pmCSL Teen Camp

15Tai Chi 6:00 pmHealing LightService 7:00 pmCSL Teen Camp

16CSL Teen Camp17

CSL Teen Camp18

CSL Teen Camp19

Faith, Hope, and Love

20Monday MorningMiracles10:00 am

21Seniors, Center onWellness 10:30 amThe Power of YourWord 7:00 pm

22 Tai Chi 6:00 pmHealing Light Service7:00 pmSSL EndowmentCommittee Meeting7:00 pm

23 24Board of TrusteesMeeting6:30 pm

25PractitionerMeeting9:30 am

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27MondayMorning Miracles10:00 am

28Seniors, Center onWellness 10:30 amThe Power of YourWord 7:00 pm

29Tai Chi6:00 pmHealing LightService 7:00 pm

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sunday monday tuesday wednesday thursday friday saturday

July Calendar of Events

Wisdom and Change

Fireworks and Picnic7:00 pm

1Asilomar Retreat2

Amplify Your Good! Guest Speaker:Rev. Steve RamboAsilomar Retreat

3MondayMorning Miracles10:00 amAsilomar Retreat

4Seniors, Center on Wellness10:30 am

5Tai Chi6:00 pmHealing LightService 7:00 pm

6 7 8 9

Discovering YourOwn Power & AuthorityGuest Speaker:Terry McBrideUsing Your Power &Authority Workshop6:00 - 9:00 pm

10MondayMorning Miracles10:00 am

11The FourAgreements7:00 pm

12Tai Chi6:00 pmHealing LightService 7:00 pm

13Rumi: Walking thePath of Love7:00 pm

14 15 16

The Secret of LifeGuest Speaker: Rev. Carol Bliss

17MondayMorning Miracles10:00 am

18The Four Agreements7:00 pm

19Tai Chi6:00 pmHealing LightService 7:00 pm

20 21Board of TrusteeMeeting6:30 pm

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24MondayMorning Miracles10:00 amPractitionerPreview Class7:00 pm

25The FourAgreements7:00 pm

26Tai Chi6:00 pmHealing LightService 7:00 pm

27Rumi: Walking thePath of Love7:00 pm

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The DevineSplendorLabor Day Barbecue12:00 pm

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sunday monday tuesday wednesday thursday friday saturday

Rumi: Walking thePath of Love7:00 pm

Rumi: Walking thePath of Love7:00 pm

August Calendar of Events

Soul FriendJoann LaPointe andDeborah WheelerConcert 1:30 pm

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Asilomar Retreat

MUSIC

August 3 Mary EklerAugust 10 Mary EklerAugust 17 Mary EklerAugust 24 Mary EklerAugust 31 Tina Meeks and Mary Ekler

8/2 Linda Bode8/7 Ryta Jones8/7 Emily Orr8/8 Melissa Huitron

8/12 Lindee Larsen

BIRTHDAYS8/15 Jean Blomgren8/15 Cynthia Stevens8/17 Shirley Skove8/19 Pat Watkins8/20 David Peterson

WHAT IS AN ENDOWMENT?From Your SSL Endowment Committee

Our Sanctuary for Spiritual Living Endowment wascreated by our Board of Trustees as a separate fund meant tosustain long-term financial stability for our Sanctuary forSpiritual Living. This fund is designed to be kept in tack,while the income from it is to be used by future generationsof our congregation to support the teaching of the Scienceof Mind, the upkeep of our facilities, and the good of ourcongregation.

A GOOD IDEAIts a good idea for everyone reading this article to have

a will. Through years of your hard work you have accumu-lated a lifetime of assets and it takes a properly drawn willfor the distribution of those assets to reflect your exactwishes. To help you accomplish exactly that, here are somegood ideas!

1. Have a Will It sounds simple, but without a will youmay as well give all youve worked for to the state to giveaway for you. If you die without a will, the state must followvery specific rules for distributing your assets and it maynot be what or who you had in mind.

2. Reflect What You Value Today The emphasis is ontoday. Suppose you wrote a will ten years ago and since thattime your life circumstances have changed. Its a good idea

to review your will periodically to ensure your ultimatewishes for family, friends and treasured values are reflected.Its a good time to consider the spiritual legacy you can createfor the world as you remember our Sanctuary in your plans.

3. Its 10 p.m., Do you know Where Your Will Is? Quick,where is the original of your will? Who else knows where itis? How fast can it be located? If your will cant be found,its as if you never had one. Where ever you keep your will,make certain those most likely to be contacted in the eventof death are fully informed and can locate your will.

4. Call Us to Let Us Know We would like to thank youpersonally for your generosity and vision for including usin your plans. And, we would welcome the opportunity todiscuss any aspect of your bequest to ensure we understandexactly how you want your wishes carried out.

There are other ways to remember our Sanctuary in yourplans. You can simply name the Sanctuary for Spiritual Livingas a beneficiary of your retirement accounts or as benefi-ciary/owner of a life insurance policy you no longer need. Ifwe can answer any questions, please contact the church office(626) 332-6838 or any member of the EndowmentCommittee, Wilvesta Morgan, James Kilgore, Victoria DelAguila, Rev. Kris, and Terri Thayer.

Fireworks Viewing at ChurchBring your lawn chairs and blankets, board games and

snacks to share. On Friday, July 4, we will gather on the lawnabout 7 p.m. to watch the beautiful fireworks displays in theskies around us Citrus College, and our neighbors allprovide stunning pyrotechnic displays. As always, no fire-works on church property.All Church Clean Up

Join in the fun with Rev. Kris and Jim on Saturday, July5. 8:30 to 2:30 p.m. as we clean up the church! This monthwe will be working on the inside of the facilities. We plan toclean the kitchen, Harmony Hall and our Sanctuary (we willget the things not done by the Janitorial team), so we can beproud of our beautiful church. We meet at 8;30 over coffeeand donuts to decide what needs to be done and which teamswill do it, then work together enjoying friendships andmaking our church beautiful. We will have a freshly madelunch prepared by Rev. Kris. We plan to complete by 2:30p.m. come when you want and stay as long as you desire!Every one of you make a difference in the beauty of ourchurch. Please sign up on Sunday or coordinate with Rev.Kris or Jim.Independence Day BBQ

Join Jim Montgomery for our BBQ on Sunday, July 6 afterchurch service. Bring your favorite side dish to share in honorof Independence Day. Hamburgers, veggie burgers, hot dogs

CURRENT EVENTSand hot links will be on the grill. Love offering to assist withcost of the food.Asilomar Retreat

Rev. Kris and several of our Practitioners are doing a retreatat Asilomar on Friday, August 1 through Monday, August 4.If you are interested in joining us please contact Rev. Kris.Divas Divine In Concert

Recipe for musical fun: one part Opera, one part Pop,season with Musical Theatre, a pinch of Gospel and a sprinkleof Drama and Comedy. Turn up the HEAT and serve with agarnish of feathers and Love, and you have the Divas Divine.Starring Joanne Juliet LaPointe and Debbi Wheeler! Both ofthese wonderful musicians have been Music Directors, Joannein our Sanctuary, Debbi in Huntington Beach. They areamazing entertainers with the talent and energy it takes tocreate an amazing dish of music.

This great day of music comes to the Sanctuary forSpiritual Living on August 24 at 1:30! Tickets $15. Plan tofill your Sunday afternoon with beautiful music.Labor Day Barbecue

Bring your favorite side dish and enjoy our last summerbarbecue of the year on Sunday, August 31 in honor of LaborDay. Hamburgers, veggie burgers, hot dogs and hot links willbe on the grill. Love offering to assist in cost of food.

is $25. If you are a student in the Foundation Class the costis included in your tuition.Family Meeting and Church Breakfast

Our Family Meeting which informs you of the activitiesof the Volunteer groups, church organizations and your Boardof Trustees will be held on Sunday, October 5, after service.Breakfast will be served by Jim Montgomery and his team ofvolunteers. This meeting is open to all members and friendsof our church.New Member Sunday

On Sunday October 12, Wilvesta Morgan, Jr., and Rev. KrisCollins will welcome new members into our congregationduring the celebration service. If you are interested in joiningour church, you may speak to Board Member, Peggy Huberregarding any questions you may have; or you can completea membership card at the receptionist desk in the lobby beforeSunday, October 12. There will be an orientation meeting at1 p.m. that day in the Sanctuary.Annual Meeting and Church Lunch

Our Annual Membership Meeting is Sunday, October 19,at 1 p.m. This meeting is open to Active Members of theChurch. One of the main purposes of the meeting is the elec-tion of members to the Board of Trustees. Annual financialreports are given and the vision for our church is presented.A luncheon will be served after church and before themeeting.Annual Halloween Party

Remember to save the date Saturday, November 1 for ourannual party.

Coming EventsAll Church Clean up

The next scheduled All Church Clean up is on Saturday,September 6.5th Annual Healing Arts Faire

If you are interested in learning more about alternativemedicines and healing arts, be sure to mark Saturday,September 27, from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. on your calendar. Ourchurch is coordinating our fifth Healing Arts Faire. There willbe presentations in our class room on various healing arts,product information and sales, sessions with our healers andof course, delicious food and Tulipanos desserts for sale. Savethe date and tell your friends. There is no cost to come andattend the lectures and presentations. Each healer sets theirown fees for healing sessions.

Volunteers will be needed and like last year, volunteersand folks who pre-pay for the sessions they desire will be ableto register early. Dont miss a moment of our Sanctuaryslargest event of the year.Science of Mind Weekend

Friday, October 3, 7-10 p.m. and Saturday, October 4, 9 4 p.m.

This workshop is part of the Foundation Class and is openfor anyone wanting to deepen their understanding ofAffirmative Prayer (Treatment) by using the Spiritual tech-nique taught by the Science of Mind. We will view the classicpicture, "What the Bleep Do We Know?" on Friday night,followed by a discussion of the principles explained by themovie. Please bring snacks to share. The costs for the weekend

COMING EVENTS

Practitioner Preview ClassIf you are called to the path of Practitioner, or if youre

interested in learning about the requirements involved, youare invited to attend the Practitioner Preview Class onMonday, August 25 from 7 9 p.m. This class is designed tobe an informative forum about what it means to be aReligious Science Practitioner, what is involved in educa-tional and licensing requirements, and the development ofyour inner life through the application of the Science of MindPrinciples. The requirements for entering Practitioner Studieshave changed, so you will want to be sure to attend this classor contact Rev. Kris for information to determine if you areready to enter Practitioner I studies. There is no charge forthis class.

Practitioner IThe first year of Professional Practitioner Studies is

devoted to advancing spiritual awareness and expandingyour understanding of your relationship to the universe. Thisclass teaches how to apply the Principles of the Science ofMind to every aspect of daily living. It is considered by manyto be the most in depth study for personal growth in ourcertificated classwork. It is designed to be whole andcomplete within itself, preparing you to live life more fully,whether or not you choose to continue with Practitioner IIand become a licensed Practitioner. The creation of this classwas facilitated by Rev. Kris while she worked in our HomeOffice in 1995, before becoming our Senior Minister.

The Foundation Class and other secondary certificatedclasses are prerequisites for entry into this class. Class workincludes journal writing and expanded Spiritual practices.Term papers are required in Term 1 and 2, and a class projectat the end of term 3. The 30 week class begins on Tuesday,September 9 from 7 to 10 p.m. Required books include theclass student workbook (included in class fees), The Scienceof Mind and Living the Science of Mind by Ernest Holmes, andvarious other texts for each term. Tuition for this certificatedclass is $750.00

Science of Mind Week EndFriday, October 3, 7-10 p.m. and Saturday, October 4,

9 4 p.m.This workshop is part of the Foundation Class and is open

for anyone wanting to deepen their understanding ofAffirmative Prayer (Treatment) by using the Spiritual tech-nique taught by the Science of Mind. This fun and insightfulweekend includes visioning for your individual life andlearning the five step Affirmative Prayer. This prayer breaksfrom the traditions of begging, bargaining and beseechingGod as an outside parental figure for the good that you desireand moves your prayer based on Spiritual Principles to oneof union with the Divine and the realization that your goodis available now.

We will view the classic picture, "What the Bleep Do WeKnow?" on Friday night, followed by a discussion of the prin-ciples explained by the movie. Please bring snacks to share.

The costs for the weekend is $25. If you are a student inthe Foundation Class the cost is included in your tuition.

Certificated ClassesFoundation Class

By enrolling in this class, you are about to embark upona life-changing journey toward greater good! The materialsand class experience will help you embrace practical spiritu-ality for everyday living, while at the same time enhance yourworld in an immediate and tangible way. This course presentsa new spiritual principle each week and a spiritual practiceto support the principle. The creative Process is introducedat the beginning of the class and then flows through eachweek, so that you have the opportunity to see and use theCreative Process at work in each spiritual principle. Each weekalso features the writing of one of our Science of Mind "Elders"as well as one of our contemporaries on the subject at hand.These include Dr. William Hornaday, Dr. Frank Richelieu,Terry Cole Whittaker, Dr. Jesse Jennings, Dr. Kathy Hearn,Dr. Linda McNamar, and many more.

This 10 week class begins Monday, September 8, 2014,from 7 to 10 p.m. and includes the Science of Mind WeekendRetreat on Friday, October 3 (7 to 10 p.m.) and SaturdayOctober 4 (9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.). Text Books: The Science ofMind, by Ernest Holmes and It Is About You! by Kathy Juline.Class fees: The Sanctuary for Spiritual Living is offering thisclass for the registration and workbook costs of $85, insteadof the normal $295. Payments are accepted. Additional LoveOfferings are encouraged.

Building a Healing ConsciousnessThis class has a two-fold goal. One purpose illuminating

all of our classes is to open our thought to the possibility thatwe can create a better world a better world in our rela-tionships, our families, our work places, our churches, ourcommunities, our nation, and our planet.

Looking at this transcendent purpose, we begin to see thatits possibility rests on the foundation of what goes on in ourown inner lives. . . in the discovery and exploration of thepower of our thought. . . in the awakening, enrichment, andexpansion of our individual consciousness. . . so that eachof us is fully open to being all we can be, fully aware of thePresence within and the Unity of all life.

As this life-enrichment process unfolds in each of us, itpours into the Universal Consciousness, a vital force forchange in the world.

The two-fold goal for this class:1. To continue and expand our individual life-enrichment

process, building on the understanding and practice of spir-itual principles that was begun in the Foundation Class, and

2. To consciously allow these life-enrichment processesto integrate in the creation of a personal vision for a betterworld.

This eight week CSL Certificated class begins Thursday,September 4, 2014 from 7 - 10 p.m. The Foundation Classis a prerequisite for enrollment. The class is facilitated by Rev.Kristina Collins. Class books: The Science of Mind, by ErnestHolmes, and The Joy of Meditation, by Jack & CorneliaAddington. Tuition: $225 includes the student workbook.

CLASSES

Non-Certificated ClassesRumi: Walking the Inner Path of Love

This class is designed to create the opportunity for youto experience Jalalud'din Rumi's mystical poetry, the pointof which was the reader's union with the Divine. Rumi wasa thirteenth century Persian lawyer and Sufi whose writingshave continued to influence people from all religious back-grounds for centuries. Rumi was the best-selling poet in theUnited States in 1997. The purpose of this class is not to giveyou an intellectual understanding of Rumi, but rather to giveyou an experience of the heart as a path to Divine union. Itincludes the opportunity to experience the world of Rumiwith insights and practices from his life and times. Includedare Sufi meditations and experiential exercises with poetryand music. This four week class begins on Thursday, August7, 2014 from 7 to 9 p.m. and facilitated by poet andPractitioner Jan Uebersetzig. Class fees are $90 and includethe cost of the workbook. No text is necessary; however youmay want to purchase The Essential Rumi by Coleman Barksfor your own enjoyment.

Using your Power and Authority"Metaphysics is the conscious and practical application of

Spiritual Thought Force in the creation of solutions." Dr. ErnestHolmes

What would you feel if you knew you were moving towhat you want instead of struggling and efforting againstwhat you do not want? Science of Mind is a way of creatingour lives to be what we want. It is NOT just another methodof solving problems and it certainly isnt only about learninglessons through challenges and opportunities for growth.Science of Mind and its teachings are about your magnifi-cence, your freedom and your ability to create what everyou desire.

On Sunday evening August 10, from 6:00 to 9:00 pmTerry McBride will lead a workshop that will transform yourlife. You will learn how you can tailor your choices to workfor you the way you need them to. You will learn how to usechoice, so taking charge of your life's creative processbecomes fun and rewarding based on your priorities and howyou do things. Through attending this workshop you willnot only gain a better understanding of how these princi-ples work for you, you will also get how you can stay ontrack and use them.You are a Unique Expression of theDivine and that is the Truth that sets you Free. As ErnestHolmes states that freedom allows you step into your lifewith power and authority.

Terry McBride is an internationally recognized speakerand author of the critically acclaimed book "The Hell I Cant!"the story of how he cured himself of a supposedly incurableE.coli infection in his spine. Terry can show you how to startright where you are and use choice so you can begin movingto what you want. Believe in yourself and come listen tothis Inspired Teacher. This three hour workshop is worth yourtime and it's only $30.

Bring a friend and join us Sunday morning August 10 atour 11:00 am Sunday Celebration and hear Terry speak. Hismessage will be "Discovering your own Power and Authority."

The Four AgreementsThis four week class is based on the book, The Four

Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz. The class will focus on theToltec wisdom that sets you free from self-limiting beliefsthat rob you of joy and create needless suffering. When wepractice 1) Being impeccable with our word, 2) Not takinganything personally, 3) Not making assumptions, and 4)Always doing our best; life becomes creative, powerful andpeaceful. This four week class begins Tuesday, August 12 from7 to 9 p.m. and is facilitated by Terri Thayer. $80 tuition.Text: The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz.

Relationship Workshop with Corinne and Don Kemp

Want to improve your Relationship? Learn some tips tobe closer and have true intimacy? Have a more joyful andfulfilled life? Corinne and Don have 60 years of constantlyimproving love and life. This workshop is based on theTwelve Steps and Twelve Traditions and will teach you howto have better relationships with yourself, your family, yourfriends and your world. Individuals and couples welcome.Saturday September 13, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Love Offering: $20includes handouts.

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Practitioners have been described as the healing arm of thechurch. Our practitioners embrace the entire congregation withtheir loving consciousness, uplifting and serving through healingprayer treatment. Healing Prayer Treatment is the conscious,active recognition of Spiritual presence, Spiritual Force, SpiritualLaw and Spiritual Order. When we make prayer treatment anintegral part of our lives, we experience a greater sense of orderand harmony in every aspect of our being. The Ministry of Prayeris made up of licensed Religious Science Practitioners who arededicated to daily prayer treatment for those individuals who haverequested assistance. If you are experiencing a personal challenge,

Joan Anderson . . . . . . . .(626) 337-6271Sharron Clark, Emeritus (661) 943-1068Rene Cornwell . . . . . . . .(661) 949-9439Linda Cullerton . . . . . . .(909) 374-4120Kellie Mulhern-Davis . . .(909) 456-9225Nohra DeFrancisco . . . .(626) 963-8639Sadhna Dehler . . . . . . . .(626) 818-4765Marilyn Fouch . . . . . . . .(909) 392-9667Ryan Fowler . . . . . . . . . .(909) 436-6308Diane Glock . . . . . . . . . .(626) 966-9506Anabel Gonzalez . . . . . .(626) 825-0461

Monica Gump . . . . . . . .(626) 858-2787Merry Hercules . . . . . . .(626) 222-8221Corinne Kemp . . . . . . . .(626) 331-6163David Kline Lovett . . . . .(714) 979-9988Ken Larsen . . . . . . . . . . .(323) 459-3683Lindee Brown Larsen . . .(323) 721-3487Scott McDermitt . . . . . .(626) 257-8987Pat McKee . . . . . . . . . . .(909) 599-4229James Montgomery . . . .(626) 852-9592John Morgan . . . . . . . . .(909) 936-4467Dale Quasny . . . . . . . . .(626) 332-7274

Jill Roberts . . . . . . . . . . .(805) 451-2886Wendy Skarupa . . . . . . .(909) 620-0232Jan Uebersetzig . . . . . . .(626) 344-6219Kim Weathers . . . . . . . .(562) 665-5658Maureen Welch,

Prayer Coordinator . . .(626) 966-8166Robert Welch,

Prayer Coordinator . . .(626) 966-8166

Claudette Robertson Bell King2/23/1936 - 6/8/2014Our beloved Practitioner and friend, Claudette has passed from this plane of life to join herbeloved Roscoe in the next. Claudette has been a powerful teacher, part of the team heading ourMinistry of Prayer and active member of our spiritual community since 1997. She brought us thetradition of Kwanzaa. We are grateful for who she is and all she has given to us over the years.

you may request healing prayer treatment through our Ministryof Prayer. The prayer box, along with prayer request envelopes, islocated in the church lobby. If you prefer to receive prayer on anindividual basis, Practitioners are available each Sunday afterservice in the healing center. Treatment through the Ministry ofPrayer is offered free of charge, though your love donations andfeedback are very welcome! Remember, in God all things arepossible!

We serve life not because it is broken, but because it is Holy! Anonymous

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Infinite Spirit guides us and surrounds us at all times. It iswith you right now.

I am one with Spirit. It surrounds me now as it does witheveryone. You can make wonderful use of its positive attributes.It just awaits you.

There is good in life. We are full of wisdom; we are healthyand we have abundance. All of lifes issues are within InfinitePowers guidance. Direction is for simple matters that demon-strate easily to more complicated issues. Guidance is for mattersaffecting each one of us at any time. We are whole withinInfinite Spirit.

There is great gratitude for Spirits direction whatever it maybe. We are grateful for a spring walk which brings fresh air andsunshine. We are also thankful for all of the matters or naturethat God implements on our behalf.

I reflect on my gratitude, I release my matters to spiritknowing that they are done. Each is released and manifests inits divine way.

It is so and so it is!

Treatment For Julyby Robert Welch, R.Sc.P.

Treatment For Augustby Leri Smith, Practitioner Candidate

As we embark on the Season ofSummer, we remember that Godis all that there is. God is every-where and in everything. God isthe sun that warms the Earth. Godis the nice breeze that cools ourskin. God is the smiles on all thefaces we see. God is the childrenplaying and the birds chirping.God is Infinite Intelligence thatknows everything.I am One with this InfiniteIntelligence. I am One with Love,Beauty, Wisdom, Joy and Peace. I

am the way that God looks back at Itself. I am a Perfect, Whole,and Complete child of God.

As we connect with family and friends this summer,whether it be at home or the beach, a barbecue or a vacationto new lands, we know that God is with us and in everyonewe come into contact with. We can keep our peace as webecome the Christ consciousness for all the beautiful Faceswe see. We see the beauty of everyone and everything becausewe know that all is God and all is Good. We let no wind distractus from our Faith in the Omniscience Presence that is avail-able at all times. We say "yes" to peace. We say "yes" to Joy.We say "yes" to Love. We say "yes" to Spirit. We say "yes" toLife. And as we take our next step on this path, we know thatwe are Divinely protected, Guided and Provided for, and thissummer is the greatest summer of our lives.

I am so happy and grateful for the Love, Joy, and Peace thatI Am; that I have always been and always will be. I am gratefulfor friends and family that always provides for me exactly whatI need to grow and become better and better. I am grateful forthe lessons, insights and wisdom that I learn on this journeycalled Life.

I release these words into Law, knowing that everything Ineed, want and desire is already mine. Everyday my summergets better and better because I love more and more. I release.I let go. I let God. And so it is! Amen

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