Courage and Compassion are two sides of the same coin. Compassion without courage is not genuine. You may have a compassionate thought or impulse, but if you don’t do or say anything, it’s not real compassion. ~ Daisaku Ikeda, Japanese Buddhist Philosopher

Our new theme for the month of May includes two vitally important parts of our spiritual practices during this time of the world’s “reset.” Of course, the word, “Courage” is derived from both the Latin and the French, “from the heart,” reminding us that bravery and the willingness to make personal changes and to extend ourselves to others goes beyond the intellect. “Compassion” means “feeling with,” implying our communal roots. When we resolve to step out of our comfort zones, we become empowered to make changes in our own lives and in the greater world.

“Energy flows where attention goes,” so we tap into an Infinite Resource when deciding to care with wisdom for ourselves and others. Rather than fearing or complaining about temporary conditions, we align ourselves with a Power greater than we are, yet right where we are, which stands ready and willing to flow through us with creative, intelligent activity. As we become a stand for fairness, we are motivated to say and do exactly the right thing at the right time, because we have invited Divine Wisdom to work through us for everyone’s betterment.

Developing confidence in ourselves begins with inviting God’s Presence and Power to work through us, dissolving any false belief that we must do anything alone or “by our own hand.” Let’s all remain open to this flow of dynamic caring for ourselves and for all the world. We are perfectly equipped, here and now, to do and to be that for which we are designed and to help to create A World That Works for All.

Rev. Mike and I are extremely grateful to our production people: Jeff Masino, Producer, Edie Janik, Projectionist, and Tina Richards, Moderator, as we continue live streaming our Sunday morning Celebrations from 10:30 to 11:30. This week’s topic is, “The Little Train That Could.” You may access the weekly live stream on Sunday mornings or watch past weeks, as well as the “Love Notes” that Rev. Mike and I film during the week from our living room . . . . along with Yoga-the-Wonder-Dog! Check out our new website at www.cslphilly.org

Do stay in touch with our Healing Ministry, especially during these unusual times. Our Practitioners are standing by to keep you lifted in prayer, and their information is available on our website. We are all working together to maintain our deep faith and to walk virtually hand-in hand until we are physically together again. In the meantime, please join us this Saturday at 6:30 for our first Zoom Social Hour, hosted by Payson Burt and promising to be filled with fun for all!  To join the fun, just email paysonburt@gmail.com

With great love and appreciation,
Dr. Maxine

The world is beginning to realize that it has learned all it should through suffering and pain. Surely there can be no Intelligence in the Universe that wishes man to be sick, suffer pain, be unhappy and end in oblivion. Surely if God or Universal Intelligence is imbued with goodness, then It could not ordain that man should ultimately be other than a perfect expression of Life.               ~Ernest Holmes, Science of Mind, p. 107-110

No matter what external conditions may suddenly arise or temporarily exist, we are still — always and ever — at choice within our minds and hearts. We may remain in feelings of fear or limitation or opt to lift our consciousness to a greater awareness of faith and freedom. We employ Creative Intelligence and Divine Compassion, not only for ourselves and our loved ones, but for the entire world.

“This, too, shall pass,” but certainly not soon enough! We continue to learn patience and deepen faith, as we open our hearts to greater compassion, and our minds to unlimited creativity. Keeping in mind Divine Mind’s initial and continued intention that we, Its beloved creation, experience healthful, free, loving, wise, prosperous and productive lives, we choose to keep the “High Watch,” more interested in Truth than error. Let’s know together than the present world situation will not remain, that God is bigger than this, and that we are capable of doing our part to learn and grow through the circumstances and establish a new world that truly works for all.

We continue to live stream our Sunday Celebrations to you each week, with just Rev. Mike, our production people, and myself, and we are deeply grateful to Jeff Masino, Producer, Edie Janik, Projectionist, Tina Richards, Moderator, and Linda O’Neill, Administrator. This Sunday’s topic is, “Casting a Vote for Compassion.” On our beautiful, new website, you may access the weekly live stream on Sunday mornings or watch past weeks, as well as the “Love Notes” that Rev. Mike and I film during the week from our living room. Check out www.cslphilly.org

Bring your concerns to our Healing Ministry, if you wish to release doubts and embody greater peace. They employ spiritual mind treatment for all of us and for the world itself. Our Practitioners are standing by to keep you in prayer. Their information is available on our website. We love, support, and bless you all!

With great love and appreciation,
Dr. Maxine