This final week of March leads us from the “seeding” of the birth of new life to its full manifestation, as demonstrated on Easter Sunday. We have been focusing on the evolution of humankind’s awareness of its divinity, as the story of Jesus’ journey explains. He lived in this world but not “of it,” showing the way to reidentify with the presence of the Cosmic Christ within all. As he matured, he grew in his mastery, taught Truth and Love, moved through trials, gave himself to the ultimate transition, and proved the Eternality of Life. As we prepare for our own re-identification with the Divine, moving with humility and deep faith through the process of dying to the sense of human limitation and becoming resurrected in newness, we embody the lessons of the Master Teacher. We are made of Love. We align with the Divine Truth. We celebrate Eternal Life.

Join me on Zoom for our Good Friday experience at 7:00 P.M. Eastern Time. It will be a simple, yet powerful, opportunity to align ourselves with the deeper meaning of the “Seven Last Words.” (Click here for more information and the Zoom link.)

Then, attend in person on Easter Sunday at 10:30 A.M. EDT at the Inspiration Café in Paoli, PA. It will also be accessible on our website, www.cslphilly.org. Just press the orange “watch live” button to be with us. Register online for both the Good Friday and the Easter events. All around the world, a great Celebration of New Life is lifting us all to the joy of the full blossoming of the Divine in the human.

As you scroll through our website, you will discover interesting events and activities, as well as more about our people and our principles. Professional Licensed Practitioners are listed on the Practitioner Page and stand ready to assist you in moving through any temporary challenge. We teach and apply spiritual principles for personal and global transformation.

With great love and respect,

Dr. Maxine

We smiled broadly and laughed loudly, we cried joyful tears, we sang and danced, shared great food, and all enjoyed a Love Fest last Sunday when our Community joined with The Center of Peace for a morning Celebration that included the musical talents of Eddie Watkins, Jr.  Rev. Twana and I had wonderful time in sharing about, “One Song: Many Instruments,” and our two Communities were so lifted in joy that many are requesting that we plan  more such combined events.

This occasion was the delightful result of divine seeds that were planted in the hearts and minds of Rev. Twana and me just a few weeks ago, and the growth and fulfillment of this Divine Idea manifested in a richly rewarding experience for everyone.  As we continue our March theme of, “From Seeds to Sprouts,” we are all encouraged to continue planting healthy seed thoughts for ourselves and the greater world, confident in the Power of Spirit and the workings of the Law to show them forth successfully.

This Sunday’s topic, “Preparing and Praising,” addresses not only the Palm Sunday story and its personal meaning to us, but also the development of the Christ Presence within that deepens and expands as we look up to a greater vision and sow seed thoughts of Love and Wisdom. This Celebration will be live streamed from the Inspiration Café in Paoli and accessible on our website, www.cslphilly.org. Join us at 10:30 A.M. by pressing the orange “watch live” button to be with us. 

Whenever we may find ourselves too close to a problem, we may reach out to one of our Licensed Practitioners, listed on the Practitioner Page on our website. They are adept at using spiritual tools to address our human challenges, and any of them will welcome your call.

With great love and respect,

Dr. Maxine    

Individually, and as a Spiritual Community, we consciously continue our Sacred Work of focusing on the Highest Vision possible, planting seed thoughts that must bloom into healthy experiences and circumstances in our lives. A current story about our March Theme, “From Seeds to Sprouts,” began in Charleston, South Carolina, just at the conclusion of the Centers for Spiritual Living Annual Convention. Our dear friend, Rev. Twana Malone, and I were enjoying her birthday lunch at the airport, while awaiting our return to Philadelphia, when we began discussing the delight of the Center of Peace hosting everyone’s favorite musician, Eddie Watkins, Jr. Before we had finished our salads, we had received the “Divine Download” of sharing Sunday, March 17^th with both of our congregations at their facility in Philly.

Rev. Twana and I c0ntinued to share enthusiastic conversations about it, deciding that we will share the pulpit, while GPCSL and The Center of Peace gather together, delighting in the music and sweet companionship with those beloveds in our “Sister Center.” Out of the love and respect that she and I have for each other, the divine seeds were planted, and the sprouting is palpable. Next Sunday, we will, indeed, gather at Center of Peace, 5712 Greene St., Philadelphia, PA 19144, at 11:00 A.M. Our general theme will be, “One Song: Many Instruments.” Please go to our website and click here for more information and to register for this event. It is important for them The Center of Peace to have an approximate number of attendees — then plan to arrive early enough to find convenient parking. 

If you cannot attend in person, you may experience the morning virtually, by going to their website www.thecenterofpeace.org and click on their Facebook or YouTube links.

This is a lovely example of how wise and how effective it is to keep our hearts and minds open to God’s Infinite Possibilities, knowing that every creative process begins with Love, to say, “Yes” when it is so right, and to give thanks for the Creative Intelligence and Divine Love that inspires and powers us all. Let’s keep sowing those kernels of Truth and harvesting Holiness and Wholeness for ourselves and everyone in our lives.

Our Licensed Practitioners are all listed on the Practitioner Page on our website and any of them will be happy to schedule an appointment to work with you in raising your consciousness and illuminating your life. The spiritual tools we use are effectively applied to personal and global transformation.

With great love and respect,

Dr. Maxine

The Creative Process works unceasingly to manifest all the wonderful life forms we experience, and we love continuing to learn how to use this Intelligence to co-create a beautiful world for ourselves and others. It is neither wishful thinking, nor magic that brings the Infinite into the finite, but clear, disciplined intention, and deep trust of the Divine. The farmer cultivates the soil, selects the best seed, sows at the appropriate time, uses the most nourishing elements, and trusts the seeds to grow according to their nature. So do we prepare the soil of our consciousness, choose the highest thoughts and intentions, speak our Truth at the right and perfect time, nurture the growing vision with love and faith, and let Infinite Intelligence grow them into full blossoming.

As we deepen our connection to Source and enjoy our movement through this sweet Easter Season, we may find it natural to bring more mastery into our spiritual work, carefully choosing uplifting ideas, pleasant thoughts, and elevated emotions. There is nothing harsh about the word, “discipline,” as it shares the root with “disciple,” indicating a wise and loving choice to follow a Higher Way, to align with the Christ within us, and support Its Presence and Power in our lives.

We loved our in-person Sunday Celebration at the Inspiration Café last Sunday, and this coming Sunday’s Celebration will be livestreamed only from the same location. Rev. Mike will be speaking on, “Divine Discipline,” continuing our March theme of, “From Seeds to Sprouts” at 10:30 A.M. EDT. Note: Be sure to set your clocks ahead one hour before retiring Saturday night! Join us online by going to our website www.cslphilly.org and pressing the orange “Watch Live” button to participate with us in an hour or so of music and inspiration.

We DO have our next in-person Celebration planned on March 17^th at 11:00 A.M., as we share a joyous morning with our “sister center,” Center of Peace, 5712 Green St., Philadelphia, PA 19144. Rev. Twana Malone and I will share the pulpit, the guest musician will be EDDIE WATKINS. JR., and he will also provide an afternoon love offering concert. We are all very excited about this beautiful opportunity, so plan ahead to be present. More information click here.

We offer spiritual tools for both personal and global transformation and are pleased to recommend our Licensed Practitioners to support you on this journey, whenever you can use some spiritual enlightenment and assistance. They are all listed on the Practitioner Page on our website and any of them will be happy to schedule an appointment to work with you.

With great love and respect,

Dr. Maxine