We understand that “The idea is father to the experience,” meaning that our thoughts produce conditions in our lives and in the world.  Our conscious intention is the most essential ingredient in our creative work, as those undiscovered thought patterns within us continue to play out in our circumstances until we finally recognize and transform them.  Making a clear, conscious, wise, compassionate, and powerful choice generates the highest and best results in our individual lives, in our Beloved Community, and far beyond.  The world truly is in need of our deep faith and our continually expanding consciousness.

As we celebrate our fathers, grandfathers, uncles, brothers, sons, and all men who have contributed to our wellbeing over the years, let’s realize that it is the Indwelling Presence of Spirit within them that has shared the Wisdom and the Love guiding and lifting us still. Let’s also remember that the volitional aspect of Spirit dwells within each of us and makes it possible to generate greater and greater Good for ourselves and others.  This “Masculine Principle,” as Dr. Holmes referred to it, is the starting point of creation.

Just as Divine Mind is infinite in Its capability of producing possibilities beyond what has previously existed, so each of us selects and generates brand, new manifestations that were never before experienced, yet divinely inspired for greatness.  Let’s start something wonderful!

We continue livestreaming this Sunday from the Inspiration Café in Paoli, focusing on June’s theme of, “Selectivity,” and I will be speaking on, “The Starting Point,” as we celebrate Father’s Day. We begin at 10:30 A.M. and can be found by going to our website, www.cslphilly.org and pressing the orange “Watch” button. If you are not able to tune in at that time, just follow the same procedure later in the day or week to catch our Celebration.  The website also provides rich information on events and activities which may interest you.

As you open the Practitioner Page on our website, you will find several GPCSL Practitioners who are happy to assist you with whatever human challenge you may be facing.  They use spiritual tools to change the consciousness that changes conditions, so choose with whomever you wish to work and contact them for an appointment.

With great love and respect,

Dr. Maxine

How wonderful it is to realize that we live in an Intelligent Universe and that we have moment-to-moment use of this Creative Intelligence. It is expressed through all nature, as well as through our own minds and bodies. As we learn to rely on Its Wisdom and follow this innate guidance, we find ourselves making clear, appropriate, loving, and intelligent decisions. We understand that we also have the ability to make erroneous choices, with their subsequent negative consequences. In Raymond Charles Barker’s wonderful book, “The Power of Decision,” he expresses amazement that human beings are capable of using this Intelligence rather unintelligently!

Let’s make powerful, creative, life-affirming choices in using the Power for Good that intelligently and consistently inspires the Law of Mind to grow those ideas into fruitful manifestations for our aliveness and wellbeing. We have been entrusted with this sacred and joyous responsibility, so let’s apply our greatest wisdom and discernment to each decision we make, assuring that it is for the greatest good of all concerned, including ourselves.

In this Sunday’s livestream from the Inspiration Café in Paoli, we continue June’s theme of, “Selectivity,” and Rev. Mike will be speaking on, “Using Intelligence Intelligently.” Join us at 10:30 A.M. by going to our website, www.cslphilly.org and pressing the orange “Watch” button. You may also watch it later in the day or week in the same manner. Our calendar helps us be knowledgeable about upcoming, in-person events activities, including the Yard Sale this Saturday at Inteprod in Eagleville from 9 A.M. to 1 P.M.  Click here for details, bring your items for sale, invite your family and friends to shop for some great deals which will help our youth attend CSL’s July Teen Camp in Oregon.

When we seek spiritual assistance, turning to the Practitioner Page on our website will provide the names and contact information for our Licensed Practitioners. Whomever you select will work with you in consciousness to manifest greater good, love, and wisdom in your life.

With great love and respect,

Dr. Maxine

Since we understand that our most important gift is the power of choice, we are inspired to bring wisdom and clarity to each selection we make, in our thoughts, feelings, words, and behaviors. As we progress along our spiritual paths, we become more discerning, opting for that which is in integrity, expressing greater life, and aligned with universal harmony. We also are happy to find that, if a choice is made that is not for our highest good, we are free to choose again! The Law of Mind responds as reliably the second time as It did the first!

We have a perfect right to choose for ourselves the direction of our attention without the need to invite outside opinion, as we have sovereignty over our own minds and hearts. The Divine Intuition within us can always be depended upon to lead us in the right and true direction, as It comes direct from Spirit and is never confused with the human intellect. Indeed It works THROUGH our mentality, and we are wise to listen to Its promptings. Let’s become so selective in our decisions that we deepen our awareness of Divine Guidance and make wise and life-affirming choices every day.

Join us online this Sunday for the beginning of the beautiful, new month of June, our new theme being, “Selectivity.” We are thankful to Linda O’Neill for providing us a space to livestream our message, which will be, “The Power of Choice.” We begin at 10:30 A.M. and you may be with us by going to our website, www.cslphilly.org and pressing the orange “Watch” button. You also have the opportunity to watch it later in the day or week in the same manner. Keep an eye on the calendar, as we continue finding creative means of coming together in person at other times during the week.

You can find spiritual assistance by scrolling to the Practitioner Page of our website, where their contact information is listed. Select any of them to set up an in-person or telephone appointment, and prepare to deepen your understanding and expand your consciousness.

With great love and respect,

Dr. Maxine

This Generous, Abundant Universe gives freely and constantly of Itself, ready and willing to provide Its beloved creation with all that is necessary for its wellbeing. We enjoy a greater and greater supply of Its Bounty, as we open wider our consciousness of receptivity to Its Infinite Flow. No one would intentionally choose to block the flow of this Good; yet, we understand that hidden beliefs in limitation or past experiences of lack inadvertently close off the acceptance of greater good.

Let’s choose today to open our minds to the immensity of Infinite Possibilities of God’s Beneficence and our hearts to the depth of Divine Love, forever giving of Itself to all. The truth is: You deserve every good gift, spiritual and material, and nothing can possibly withhold it from you. Any false ideas to the contrary are already dissolving and being replaced with the joy of expanded Abundance and the fun of circulating it for good.

“Prove me now herewith, saith the Lord of Hosts, if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing that there shall not be room enough to receive it.” Shall we open our own windows . . . and doors . . . and receive the blessings that are already ours?

Join us for the second Sunday in a row when we will meet IN PERSON at Inteprod in Eagleville. How greatly we appreciate Rick and Suzanne Smethers for inviting us to use a portion of their facility in which we establish a sweet “sanctuary” for our 10:30 Celebrations, both live and streamed. We complete our May theme this week, “Receptivity,” and my talk will be, “Open Heart/Open Mind.” For those who join us on Facebook or YouTube, simply go to our website, www.cslphilly.org at 10:30 A.M. and press the orange “Watch” button. You may watch it later in the day or week in the same manner. We continue providing you with other in-person and virtual events, so check out our Events Calendar.

Members of our Healing Ministry are found on the Practitioner Page of our website, and these dedicated beings are happy to work with you in person or on the phone, using spiritual tools (affirmative prayer) for whatever the need may be, spiritual or material. Call any of them to set up an appointment.

With great love and respect,

Dr. Maxine

Welcome to May’s BoT Spot!

I often listen to a local, member supported, radio station in the morning while I prepare for work. I feel like it keeps me informed but in a way that doesn’t ruin my morning “buzz”. Occasionally, I catch a human-interest story or a segment that expands my knowledge on a particular topic. I have grown to love this station and the way it helps my mind and supports my ability to navigate my day. So much so, I became a sustaining member many years ago. Doing this feels like I am giving back to a source that enriches my wellbeing (Oh, wait! Was that a subtle yet shameless plug for the GPCSL Intentional Giving Program? You bet!).

 So, the other day I heard a piece on the importance of human connection…real connection. The kind that happens when people spend time in each other’s company…person to person in community. And, while our world has opened up, the radio segment emphasized how reports of loneliness persist for many people. Not because they are alone necessarily, but because they aren’t experiencing connection with others. Admittedly, I sometimes feel too busy, awkward, preoccupied, or tired to make the effort to attend a social gathering or event. When I overcome the challenge and go, I am always glad I did. I feel reenergized, filled up, and recentered by connecting with others…particularly old friends, family, and the amazing people in our GPCSL community! Even our monthly Board meetings have this effect on me!

While we love our online experiences with friends from literally all over the world, GPCSL has also focused on creating opportunities for our local community to share time and space together. New opportunities for us to be together are popping up all the time!

In fact, there is a pop-up box on our website homepage with all the “deets” (Thank you Linda!!!!) or you can visit our events calendar (click here) to view upcoming in-person Sunday Celebrations, monthly Full Moon ceremonies and Nibbles & New Thought happenings, movie nights, field trips, picnics …even a community yard sale is in the works!

Thanks to all who support and engage in the Center’s activities. We invite all to grab a friend and join in as well! Financially, the Center is doing well and remains current on all bills without having to dip into our savings regularly. That said, entering a rental or purchase agreement for our own, permanent location at this point would not be sustainable with our current level of income. That could change if the cost of space comes down, our Intentional Giving Program participation and/or dollars increase, or if we find a suitable space to share with another tenant or owner (contact our bookkeeper at bookkeeper@cslphilly.com for information on joining or increasing IGP giving. Also, contact our office to let us know if you think you’ve found a suitable space for us to explore!).

Our hearts and minds are open to our next best house for our home! In the meantime, caring for our community and inviting others to join our events and classes is enriching our “Home” and building a bright and beautiful future!

Come on in! You are welcome here!!!

In gratitude and great love,

Edie Janik

GPCSL Board President