Although most of us are aware of the necessity of enlarging our consciousness, deepening our faith, and transforming limited belief patterns into wholesome, new ideas, we don’t always know where or how to start the process. The question, “Where do I begin?” often blocks our progress, so, rather, let’s ask, “How can I open my heart to greater love and my mind to larger possibilities?” One universal response to this query is, “Enter into gratitude!”

The more we bless and praise everyone and everything in our current experience, the freer we become to experience greater freedom and joy. The Greek word, “Metanoya” is used in the Bible as “repentance,” whereas the root meaning of the word is, “turn the mind in another direction.” The moment we remove our gaze from the unwanted to the truly desired, we begin planting constructive ideas in the fertile soil of Divine Mind, with the happy results of a more wonderful life experience.

Grasping the “magic key” of thankfulness, we are ready to unlock new opportunities of constructive thinking, peaceful feeling, and expanded creative possibilities. Additionally, the more we join with others to transform subjective patterns of lack or limitation, the more beautifully we co-create what better serves us personally and globally.

Join us in person next Sunday, June 23^rd at the Inspiration Café in Paoli, PA.  at 10:30 A.M. Eastern Time, and register online to assure yourself a seat.  For those out of the area, you may go to our website, www.CSLPhilly.org and click on the orange “Watch Now” button to be with us virtually. My topic will be, “The Key to Acceptance and Expansion,” and now you have a hint of what that will be about. We love having you with us in person.

Even spiritually aware beings encounter difficulties from time to time, and our Practitioner Page displays our open-hearted and wonderfully-trained people, any of whom are ready and willing to reply to your requests for a session of spiritual support.

With great love and respect,

Dr. Maxine

This coming Sunday is Father’s Day, a time to celebrate the wonderful people in our lives who helped to bring us into being and who influenced us in our growth. Following is a quote of unknown origin: “Happy Father’s Day to all the dads, the not yet dads, the stepdads, the moms who are dad, the adoptive dads, the grandads, and the dads who are no longer with us.” I think that covers most “paternal” relationships; yet, we also look to the Originating Principle of Life that dwells within us all, as we honor the Universal Creator that brings all life into being.

What has been known as, “the masculine principle” is simply the sowing of the seed thought in Mind, whether that of the Infinite or the individual. It is about choosing what to introduce to the “feminine principle” which receives that idea, nurtures, and produces it in form. We are speaking of Divine Mind and Its two-fold nature: Conscious and Subjective. As we utilize this spiritual process clearly, consciously, and compassionately, we become empowered in being “father to our experience.” This is a joyous responsibility we all have been given, and it is a blessing.

Next Sunday, June 16^th, we will come to you virtually from the Inspiration Café in Paoli, PA. at 10:30 A.M. Continuing our June theme, “We Co-Create,” I’ll be happily suggesting to everyone: “Let’s Start Something!” Just go to www.CSLPhilly.org and click on the orange “Watch Now” button to be with us.

Please join us and many other churches, synagogues, and mosques from 3:00 to 6:00 P.M. this Sunday for “NeighborFest,” the Interfaith Alliance of the Upper Main Line’s very special event at the Berwyn Primary Shops, 800 Lancaster Ave., Berwyn. There is no entry fee for this fun-filled afternoon of music, games, giveaways, food trucks, and camaraderie. Stop by our GPCSL table and say “hello.” This will be a great opportunity to celebrate Father’s Day.

We all learn to apply our wonderful spiritual practices to all varieties of human needs and challenges; still, there are times we do well to reach out for assistance. Scrolling down to our Practitioner Page, you will find a selection of finely trained Practitioners you may contact who will support you. Contact any of them and let yourself be lifted in consciousness.

With great love and respect,

Dr. Maxine

There are quite a number of bright, clever, wise, funny nonagenarians that I know and love. Each of them is a delight to be with, and all of them are spiritually and mentally alive. Most are physically active, still exercising, driving, taking care of daily tasks, and even dancing! You see, the Intelligence in this Universe resides within us all, and we are each happily responsible to create our lives wonderfully, as we use It with Love and Wisdom.

These are the people who understand how the Universal Life Force works, and they do not inhibit Its flow through them with limiting beliefs or negative notions about imaginary restrictions. Yes, imaginary restrictions! It is our creative imaginations that produce our life experiences, so we are wise to use this creative power constructively, never allowing any emotional or mental block to become a barrier to our divinely-designed expression of life.

Once we truly understand that the Universal Creative Process operates through us as our individual creative process, we realize that there is a Power and a Presence at work within us all, a beautiful, blessed Divine Activity that never ceases to keep us alive, healthy, happy, and strong. Let’s turn often to that Source of the generation and production of our wonderful lives. Happy 94^th birthday to my dear cousin, June!

Please join us IN PERSON at the Inspiration Café in Paoli, PA. this Sunday, June 9th at 10:30 A.M., as we continue our June theme, “We Co-Create,” and I’ll be speaking on “The Creative Power in the Individual.” Register on line to be assured of a seat, or you may participate virtually by going to www.CSLPhilly.org and clicking on the orange “Watch Now” button.

Our Licensed Professional Practitioners are standing by to support you, as you may experience temporary challenges in any area of your life, sharing spiritual tools to lift you into the Truth that is always beyond the appearance. Contact any of them through the Practitioner Page on our website.

With great love and respect,

Dr. Maxine

The artist, the musician, the dancer, the chef, the writer, and the designer all draw inspiration from the same Source:  Universal Creative Intelligence.  It is everywhere present, alive within each of us, and delights in expressing uniquely through all of us. The very thoughts we think and emotions we feel have a creative capacity, and our consciousness goes before us into every project, relationship, and enterprise. In truth, we shape our personal and global experience as centers for God’s Power, most especially when we are fully aware that it is the Empowering Spirit within us that is the Source of all Creativity.

As we deepen our awareness of the Center of Love and Wisdom within us and enhance our interpersonal relationships, we find joy in working with other clear, caring, compassionate, creative people to improve our personal and community experiences.  In this Beloved Community, we pool our spiritual resources through classes, meetings, and gatherings, finding delight in working together in consciousness with like-minded people who are determined to make a healthy difference in our environment.  God loves expressing in such sacred circles, and we appreciate the wonders that show up. Let’s keep co-creating together.

We will be coming to you virtually from the Inspiration Café in Paoli, PA. this Sunday, and you are invited to join us online by going to www.CSLPhilly.org and clicking on the orange “Watch Now” button at 10:30 A.M. Beginning June’s theme of “We Co-Create,” Rev. Mike will be speaking on, “The Point of Power.”  

Of course, we know we are all spiritual beings experiencing the human condition; yet, there are times our humanity begins to distract us from our divinity, bringing challenges that may be difficult to understand and deal with.  That is the time to pull up our Practitioner Page and request support from one of our fine people who stand ready to support you compassionately and prayerfully. Whomever you select will be glad to set up an appointment to work with you.

With great love and respect,

Dr. Maxine    

It seems to me that there is a Universal Substance that weaves together and underlies all creation. There is nothing as strong, eternal, and enduring as this Divine Essence. It is not material but Spiritual, not seen but evidenced in the material, and not temporal but constant. No surprises: This Substance is Divine Love, everywhere present, a healing, revealing Presence that is the greatest Power in the Universe.

Remembering that each of us was created from that Divine Love, we begin to understand that we are designed to be radiant Centers of Its precious presence. As Emma Curtis Hopkins stated, “Whoever has Love has Life, and radiates Life wherever they walk.” The more we consciously share this Nurturing Presence with others in the world, the grander and more glorious supply of It is able to flow through us.

Imagine the sweet difference we can make for our families, friends, and those not yet known to us by “feeding” one another this Spiritual Food. Moving away from all forms of “junk food of the mind,” we may choose to relinquish judgment, avoid criticism, and open our hearts to one another. It is then that we become emissaries of compassion, instruments of healing, and benefactors of Life Itself.

Please join us this Sunday in person at the Inspiration Café in Paoli, PA. I am so looking forward to greeting many of you on my return to Paoli! Be sure to register this week if you can attend (just click here to register). Otherwise, just watch on line by going to www.CSLPhilly.org and clicking on the orange “Watch Now” button at 10:30 A.M. Completing May’s theme of “Nourishing Each Other,” I’ll be speaking on, “The Food of Life.”

Our fine Professional Licensed Practitioners are standing by to help you through any concerns or challenges you may be experiencing. Just go to the Practitioner Page on our website, and whomever you select will be glad to work with you to lift your consciousness and see you through the condition spiritually.

With great love and respect,

Dr. Maxine