The account of Creation, which says “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth,” does not refer to a time when there was no creation, but rather to the process of an eternal creation, which is continual manifestation of Spirit.   Ernest Holmes, Science of Mind, p. 67

Since we are the instruments through which Spirit continually creates, we do well to keep our consciousness clear, our intentions pure, and our vision high.  It is our joyous responsibility to co-create our peaceful, prosperous, healthy, happy lives and to contribute our best energies to a World That Works for All!

As we continue working together to bring forth a New Reality, we realize that it is never, “I, of myself,” but the Intelligent, Creative Mind within and all around us, expressing through us, that accomplishes such beautiful, manifestations of Good . . . and with Grace and Ease.  Opening ourselves to the Loving and Wise Originating Presence, we release old patterns and replace them with only that which brings greater Life to everyone.

Let’s keep the channels clear, inviting the Divine Presence to work masterfully through us in this Eternal, Intelligent, Creative Activity we all are honored and delighted to share.

Our live streamed Virtual Celebration begins at 10:30 this Sunday, and you are invited to click on our website www.cslphilly.org to join us. You may also view past Sunday Celebrations, as well as Love Notes from Rev. Mike and me, by clicking on that same link.  Centers for Spiritual Living theme for 2021 is, “Timeless Wisdom; Evolutionary Vision,” and our theme for the month of January has been, “Back to Basics; Forward to Foresight.” To complete this month, our speaker this Sunday will be Rev. Mike Gerdes, and his topic is, “In the Beginning.”  Be sure to tune in, as we bring you another uplifting hour of inspiration and joy. You will also have the delight of witnessing the New Member Ceremony for two beautiful, new members!

Please contact our Licensed Practitioners and Practitioner Interns, all listed on our website, to support you spiritually and reveal a greater Truth.

With great love and respect,

Dr. Maxine

A new light is coming into the world.  We are on the borderland of a new experience. The veil between Spirit and matter is very thin.  The invisible passes into visibility through our faith in it.  A new science, a new religion, and a new philosophy are rapidly being developed.  This is in line with the evolution of the greater Presence and nothing can hinder its progress.   Ernest Holmes,  Science of Mind, p. 60

It is essential that we continue to maintain our clear focus on the New Vision of our country and of the world itself, knowing that God prevails, Harmony reigns, and Oneness is the everlasting Truth.  As we approach tomorrow’s Presidential Inauguration, watching this time-honored ritual virtually and with open hearts, we add our prayers for the greater success of our nation and its leadership.

This is the way we use the Intelligent, Creative Process to bring about what we have prayed about and to add our minds, hearts, and voices to the creation of our New Possibility.  We truly are entering into a new era, one of our conscious, creative choice, so let’s do this together.  The evolutionary process has guided us to this point, and it is now our sacred responsibility to give birth to a World That Works for All.  Let’s do this together.

Join us Sundays at 10:30 A.M. EST, for our live streamed Virtual Celebrations, and invite your friends to click on our website www.cslphilly.org  so you may all be with us from the comfort of your homes. You may also view these, as well as Love Notes Rev. Mike and I share with you, by clicking on that same link.  Centers for Spiritual Living theme for 2021 is, “Timeless Wisdom; Evolutionary Vision,” and our theme for the month of January is, “Back to Basics; Forward to Foresight.” Keeping with Science of Mind tradition, we wrap up the month of basic Science of Mind review focusing on Introductory Chapter IV of the Textbook, “How to Use It,” and my topic for Sunday is, “Implementing a New Vision.”

If you desire spiritual support for any challenge, please contact our Licensed Practitioners and Practitioner Interns, all listed on our website.  They are standing by to support you spiritually, and all have been trained and well-practiced in providing loving and wise assistance in the revealing of greater Truth.

With great love and respect,

Dr. Maxine

As we gain the broader viewpoint, we shall see that Life must contain two fundamental characteristics.  We shall see that there is an Infinite Spirit, operating through an Infinite and Immutable Law.  In this, Cosmos, and not chaos, finds an eternal existence in Reality.  Love points the way and Law makes the way possible.  Ernest Holmes, Science of Mind, p. 43

With all the chaos we have witnessed this past week, we must remember the transitory nature of any and all temporary, outward conditions, and deepen our faith in and connection with the Universal Order and Harmony. Moving through shock, anxiety, and anger, we continue following the Infinite Wisdom that whispers Its guidance and the Divine Love that sings of greater Compassion.  Let “none of these things” move you out of the sacred sphere of God’s Perfect Life, for it is eternal, while the external is already in the process of transformation.

Recalling that everything in this Universe is Energy, and Its nature is to change on the outer, while maintaining Its integrity in the inner realms of the Infinite, we can rest in reason and move in confidence. Divine Love truly is the underlying, Universal Presence, guiding, nurturing, and revealing to us the larger Reality. The Law of Mind is our constant, reliable bringer of newness, as we wisely plant creative, peaceful, powerful, productive ideas and maintain our focus on them.

This is clearly what is ours to do today, and every day forward, for the Spirit uses us for Its powerful and loving expression, and we use the Law to keep our minds set on that which is true, that which is beautiful, and that which is “of good report.”  Let’s keep our vision clearly on a world of Love and Harmony we know is the Greater Plan for all of us.

Each Sunday at 10:30 A.M. EST, we bring you a live-streamed Celebration from our Sweet 16 facility, with simply the presenting minister and the production crew, so you may be with us virtually from the comfort of your home. This may also be viewed or revisited at any time of the day or later in the week. Centers for Spiritual Living theme for 2021 is, “Timeless Wisdom; Evolutionary Vision,” and our theme for the month of January is, “Back to Basics; Forward to Foresight.” Keeping with Science of Mind tradition, we devote the first four Sundays of the year to the basic concepts, found in the introductory chapters in the Science of Mind.  This is a great opportunity for long-time students to review and for new folks to learn about our teaching.  This Sunday’s topic is: “Courting the Presence; Directing the Law,” based on Introductory Chapter III.  As you log on to our website, www.cslphilly.org you’ll be directed to You Tube or Facebook. Sunday Celebrations and daily “Love Notes” from Rev. Mike and me are archived there for continued viewing on the Live Stream link.

Our Healing Ministry is comprised of licensed Practitioners and Practitioner Interns who have been trained and well-practiced in helping people move through challenges, providing spiritual support for healing or revealing of greater Truth. Reach out to any of them on our website, as their information is listed there, and they are ready to work with you.

With great love and respect,

Dr. Maxine

Then, knowing that The Thing can work for us only through us, let us begin to accept today more good than we experienced yesterday, and to know that we shall reap a harvest of fulfilled desires.  ~ Ernest Holmes, Science of Mind, p. 39

Becoming more and more aware of the One Source from which we have all come, and the spirituality that dwells within us, we continually “court this Presence,” as we learn to direct the Law.  All laws are invisible and await our recognition of them, in order to live in harmony and creativity with life.  Aeronautics had to be deeply understood and intelligently applied before dirigibles and airplanes could be properly designed and sent to the skies. Similarly, the Law of Mind works well for us and by means of us, when we recognize its presence flowing through our consciousness and employ It consciously.

You and I are necessary instruments through which Spirit manifests Life and are wise to learn and cooperate with the laws of nature, as well as the Law of Sowing and Reaping itself. Jesus taught that, “It is done unto you as you believe,” clearly stating that the quality and strength of our belief determines the outcome in our lives.  The Law continues to work, whether true beliefs or erroneous notions are given It.  We have the joyous responsibility of choosing our thoughts carefully and planting only healthy seeds into the fertile Law of Mind.

What a joy it is to live consciously and creatively, knowing that each of us is a beautiful and unique expression of the Living God. The Intelligent operation of the Universe guarantees a fuller expression of Spirit through us, as we maintain our focus on that which is true, beautiful, and life-affirming.  You and I are essential to the continuing evolution of the human race, for we are unified in Spirit and capable of shining up our instruments of Divine Life.

Virtual Sunday Celebrations continue each week at 10:30 A.M., and we love having you with us, either at the time we live stream or later in the day or week. Centers for Spiritual Living theme for 2021 is, “Timeless Wisdom; Evolutionary Vision,” and our theme for the month of January is, “Back to Basics; Forward to Foresight.” Keeping with Science of Mind tradition, we devote the first four Sundays of the year to the basic concepts, found in the introductory chapters in the Science of Mind.  This is a great time of review for long-time students and a lovely opportunity for new folks to learn about our teaching.  This Sunday’s topic is: “A Divinely Designed System,” based on Introductory Chapter II.  As you log on to our website, www.cslphilly.org you’ll be directed to You Tube or Facebook. The Sunday Celebrations and Rev. Mike’s and my daily “Love Notes” may be seen at any time via the Live Stream button.

A timely reminder:  Two wonderful classes begin this week, my five-Tuesday class tonight at 6:30 P.M., “The Art of Abundance: Ten Rules for a Prosperous Life,” based on this powerful and insightful book by Dennis Merritt Jones. You may still register by contacting the GPCSL office, or by contacting me directly, and I’ll send you the Zoom link and e-mail you the materials right away.  It is necessary to have the book and is a love offering class. The second offering is a ten-week, CSL accredited class taught by Rev. Mike on Saturday afternoons, New Foundations.  Again, get in touch with the office or contact him directly.  We are starting our year with conscious, intelligent determination to continue growing and expanding.

You may access our dedicated Practitioners or Practitioner Interns on our website, as they stand ready to provide spiritual support for any issues with which you are faced.  We are here for each other and not intended to walk this journey alone.

With great love and respect,

Dr. Maxine

These lessons are dedicated to that truth which frees man from himself and sets him on the pathway of a new experience, which enables him to see through the mist to the Eternal and Changeless Reality.  Ernest Holmes, Science of Mind Introduction

For centuries, philosophers and theologians have sought to know the foundation of Life, the “ground of being,” or the basic stuff of the universe.  In the early part of the 20^th century, Dr. Holmes referred to, “The Thing Itself” as the underlying Reality of Life, the Eternal Presence of God Itself.  Counter to much of the traditional belief at the time, he espoused a living philosophy that brought the Divine down from the sky into the very hearts and minds of men and women. This revolutionary thinking caught on with many forward thinkers and found its way even into some mainstream religion.  Ernest Holmes was not attempting to begin a new religion, but to share universal truths with anyone open to changing their thinking and improving their lives.

To this day, the conscious, creative philosophy of Religions Science, the teachings of Science of Mind, continue to open minds, heal hearts, and provide a pathway for a more workable world for all.  It is our privilege and pleasure to review the basic ideas of this beautiful teaching and to “Awaken Humanity to Its Spiritual Magnificence.”  As we bless and leave behind a most challenging year, we may use 2020 “hindsight” to acknowledge lessons learned and gifts given and received. Now, we “see through the mist” to dynamic, new possibilities that begin with the lifting and expansion of each consciousness.

Centers for Spiritual Living Spiritual Leader, Rev. Dr. Edward Viljoen, recently posted a beautiful affirmation:  “Steeped in the wisdom of the ages, I humbly resolve to evolve!” I love this and invite us all to use it, as we release 2020 and enter fully into the infinite possibilities of 2021.

Join us each week, and invite your friends, for our virtual Sunday Celebrations at 10:30 A.M.  Centers for Spiritual Living theme for 2021 is, “Timeless Wisdom; Evolutionary Vision,” and our theme for the month of January is, Back to Basics; Forward to Foresight.” Keeping with Science of Mind tradition, we devote the first four Sundays of the year to the basic concepts, found in the four introductory chapters in the Science of Mind.  This is a great time of review for long-time students and a lovely opportunity for new folks to learn about our teaching.  This Sunday’s topic is: “What is This Thing Called God?”  As you log on to our website, www.cslphilly.org you’ll be directed to You Tube or Facebook. The Sunday Celebrations and Rev. Mike’s and my daily “Love Notes” may be seen at any time via the orange Live Stream button.

Our dedicated Practitioners or Practitioner Interns are available for to work with you, always ready to provide spiritual support.  You may reach them via the website.

With great love and respect

Dr. Maxine