Dear Ones,

In his first inaugural address, Franklin D. Roosevelt wisely stated, “The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.” Understanding how powerfully our beliefs affect our life experiences, we realize that such a negative emotion only creates more of the unsettling conditions about which we may be concerned. Rather than adding fuel to undesirable and harmful ideas and temporary conditions, we sensibly turn away from belief in them and turn toward inviting the Faith of God to restore Peace in our hearts and in our environment.

Individually and collectively, we can and must be a force for Good, intentionally rising above external circumstances, and positively affecting the subjective consciousness of humanity. Instead of allowing ourselves to be influenced by adverse attitudes, we have the ability to dive deeply into Spirit’s Peace and Power and to be a positive inspiration to others. Let’s begin at the beginning, returning to the Infinite Mind and Heart of God, where the Light of Truth shines so brightly that It dispels the darkness of ignorance.

Join us this Thursday, October 31^st at the United Church of Christ, 45 Walker Road, Wayne, PA, beginning with Meditation at 6:30 and Celebration at 7:00 P.M.  Rev. Mike will be speaking on, “No Place for Fear,” a perfect topic for the uncertainty and anxiety many are feeling around current national and world circumstances. For those not able to attend in person, you may watch the Thursday Celebration the following Sunday at 10:30 A.M. by going to our website www.cslphilly.org and clicking on the “Watch Now” button.

We are participating in the Upper Mainline Interfaith Alliance Prayer Vigil for our National Election at St. Francis-in-the-Fields Episcopal Church at 689 Sugartown Road, Malvern, on Sunday, November 3^rd at 4:00 P.M. It will be an afternoon of readings, prayers, and uplifting practices for Peace and Unity, and your presence is requested.

When it feels difficult to maintain peace of mind, you may consider contacting one of our Licensed Professional Practitioners to assist in deepening your faith and returning you to a healthy consciousness. All are listed on the Practitioner Page of our website and whomever you choose will be pleased to schedule an appointment with you.

With great love and respect,

Dr. Maxine

Dear Ones,

The brilliant architect and futurist, Buckminster Fuller, cautioned that we humans are “like infants, crawling around on the floor of the universe!” Certainly, it is not possible to have much of view from such a position, so we are wise to stand up in consciousness in order to see a bigger picture. I was privileged to see and hear him in the late 1970’s and continue to be inspired by his elevated vision. We mustn’t allow ourselves to remain with constricted thinking when there is an enormous universe awaiting us with infinite possibilities.

Together, we are utilizing the dynamic principles of Science of Mind to expand our vision of Peace and Unity in the world, beginning, of course, with our own consciousness. The deeper we go into Source, the higher our vision becomes, until we find ourselves walking fearlessly into greater Love, letting It lead us from limitation to freedom. Let’s hold hands, figuratively and literally, as Divine Inspiration continues leading us forward.

Join us this Thursday, October 24^th at the United Church of Christ, 45 Walker Road, Wayne, PA, beginning with Meditation at 6:30 and Celebration at 7:00 P.M. Our focus will be on, “Get a Bigger Vision,” and I invite you all to join me in that divine project! For those not able to attend in person, you may watch the Thursday Celebration the following Sunday at 10:30 A.M. by going to our website www.cslphilly.org and clicking on the “Watch Now” button.

Scroll through the site to view previous Celebrations and reels, as well as classes and events. When you find the Practitioner Page, you will find caring, compassionate Licensed Practitioners willing to help you work through any challenges you may be experiencing. Any of them will be glad to schedule an appointment with you.

With great love and respect,

Dr. Maxine

Dear Ones,

Yes, we are all committed to a New Vision of a World That Works for All, each of us doing what we are called to do, both spiritually and materially, to bring this about IN OUR LIFETIME. It usually takes a willingness to see and do things differently than what was deemed to be “the norm” in times past, so let’s begin observing from a different perspective and watch ourselves become more the Authentic Self.

What may have been seen as “outrageous” for women to show their keen ability to work in professions typically reserved for men is now nearly universally accepted. People of ethnicities and faith traditions unlike the average population of a town still may experience some “othering,” but we are better educated and informed about the beauty of their history and experiences than ever before. “The times they are a-changing,” and it is those conscious, caring souls transforming their perceptions that are moving us forward.

We have a marvelous evening planned for you this Thursday, October 17^th with Guest Speaker, Rev. Dr. Michelle Wadleigh from CSL North Jersey. We will meet as usual in the Sanctuary of the United Church of Christ, 45 Walker Road, Wayne, PA, beginning with Meditation at 6:30 and Celebration at 7:00 P.M.  Rev. Michelle and our Music Director, Ray Adkins, have a long history of working together and are planning an exciting evening for you. Her topic will be, “Coloring Outside the Lines,” and I know of no one who has lived her life in this manner any more effectively than this wise, charming, and audacious “Jersey Girl!” 

The evenings are recorded and streamed the following Sunday at the regular 10:30 A.M. time for those not able to attend in person. You may access this and previous Celebrations by going to our website: www.cslphilly.org and clicking on the orange Watch Now button.

Check out the Practitioner Page on our website to connect with one of our trained Licensed Practitioners to help you through any challenges you may be experiencing. They not only help to transform consciousness but assist you in deepening your understanding of our Principles.

With great love and respect,

Dr. Maxine

Dear Ones,

It was Henry David Thoreau who said, “If you have built castles in the air, your work need not be lost; that is where they should be. Now put foundations under them.” It is wisest to begin each creative process firmly aware of the Creative Intelligence that is the Source of all; however, if we have relied solely on our own intellect, this is the time to return to Divine Wisdom to solidify the vision.

The Divine Presence is the firm foundation upon which all our endeavors are to be constructed, if we expect healthy and rewarding results. God is Omnipresent, Omniscient, Omnipotent, and Omni-active, “the same yesterday, today, and forever.” Let’s erect all our intentions, hearts’ desires, spiritual prototypes, and goals upon this reliable and supportive base, grateful for the Source’s steadfastness.

Please join us in person this Thursday, October 10^th for an evening of music, inspiration, and shared refreshments and community at United Church of Christ at Valley Forge (CCVF), 45 Walker Road, Wayne, PA begin, beginning with Meditation at 6:30 and Celebration at 7:00 P.M. We are ready to expand these warm and wonderful in-person gatherings by welcoming more beautiful people from the community. We so appreciate Ray Adkins’ uplifting music, the inspiring meditations, prayer, and presentations. Generous folks have been bringing sweet and savory treats to share at Fellowship time, where we connect with each other and enjoy refreshments and conversation.

The evenings are recorded and streamed the following Sunday at the regular 10:30 A.M. time for those not able to attend in person. You will find us by going to www.cslphilly.org and click on the orange Watch Online button. This week’s topic, “Building on a Firm Foundation,” is an essential part of our October theme, “A New Vision.”

Our Licensed Professional Practitioners of Science of Mind are listed on the Practitioner Page of our website and stand ready to assist you in moving from any sense of lack or limitation to a greater sense of freedom.  Whomever you choose to contact will work with you in confidence and compassion.

With great love and respect,

Dr. Maxine

Dear Ones,

As our Jewish friends begin the sacred observation of Rosh Hashana tomorrow night, we may also enter into the experience of a fresh approach to a “new year.” Of course, any time we begin something beyond what we have previously known and experienced, it is essential to release that which has been, in order to make way for a greater idea. Change is not always comfortable but certainly necessary for innovative ideas and practices.

Perhaps it was “always done that way,” but we mustn’t cling to old modalities of thinking or believing, if we are to experience more freedom and greater joy. Recycling material things reminds us of the necessity of recirculating ideas, in order to come closer to Truth. We read in Luke that Jesus suggested we should not put “new wine in old wineskins,” indicating that the previous forms or patterns cannot successfully hold the grander belief system. We are wise to release that which has been and live in the powerful moment of Now!

Please join us in person this Thursday evening, October 3rd at our, lovely, shared at UCCVF, 45 Walker Road, Wayne, PA begin, beginning with Meditation at 6:30 and Celebration at 7:00 P.M. We have been loving our in-person gatherings with uplifting music by Ray Adkins, inspiring meditation, prayer, and presentations. We all enjoy Hospitality time after Celebration, where we connect with each other and share refreshments and conversation. The evenings are recorded and streamed the following Sunday at the regular 10:30 A.M. time for those not able to attend in person. You will find us by clicking on the orange Watch Online button at www.cslphilly.org

The theme for the month of October is, “A New Vision,” and what a perfect focus this is for our shared intention to reach out into the greater community and “provide spiritual tools for personal and global transformation.” This Thursday’s topic is, “Yesterday Ended Last Night,” a good reminder of the necessity to release the former, as we co-create the new.

Next Sunday afternoon, October 6^th, we will gather in the Fellowship Hall for a very special “Sacred Healing Service from 3:00 to 5:00 P.M. This provides a warm and loving environment in which we may clear out limiting beliefs in the subjective mind and free ourselves to a greater expression of livingness, using the very effective “Fear-to-Faith” process familiar to many of us. Please register by clicking here or on the “Events” page of our website.

We are all “practitioners” of Science of Mind, as we learn and practice the steps of Affirmative Prayer. Our Licensed Practitioners are always ready to assist you through challenges or simply help you to lift and expand your consciousness. You will find them on their dedicated page on our website.

With great love and respect,

Dr. Maxine