“The light is greater than the darkness nor has the darkness any power over the light.”  ~ Ernest Holmes, Science of Mind, p. 411

We understand that “darkness,” whether actual nighttime or metaphorically dreary times, simply is the absence of the light. Like entering an unlit room and turning on the light switch, either type of darkness disappears when light is introduced. God IS Light, the Absolute and Eternal Reality, always available to lead us through challenging times and ready to lift our consciousness above the temporary conditions.

Let’s bless the dark night, in which we rest deeply and become refreshed, and appreciate life’s fallow times from which our quiet contemplation and mental reorganization bring us gifts of understanding and renewal. Then, we can more appreciate the Light which inspires us to live in strength and newness. This truly is a very special time of year.

Our Annual Winter Solstice, “Grace in the Night; Joy in the Light,” promises to be a joy-filled experience on Saturday, December 17^th at the Smethers’ facility, “Inteprod,” 2583 Industry Lane Eagleville, PA 19403. Doors open at 6:45 P.M., and the music and program begin at 7:00 P.M. Expect glorious music from Jim Wade and Frank Ravenwolf Henninger, and find your own voice in the Community songs we sing. This will be an IN-PERSON celebration and not streamed until the actual Solstice on December 21^st. You are invited to bring treats, if you care to add to the reception following the program.

The next day, Sunday, December 18^th, we meet for our Morning Celebration at the same site and are so grateful to Suzanne and Rick Smethers for inviting us to use their facility for both events. Continuing our monthly theme of, “Lighting Up the World,” my talk will focus on, “Lighting ALL the Candles,” as that will be the first night of Hanukkah. We look forward to more holiday treats and visiting time after Celebration.

The following Sunday is Christmas morning, and you may join us at the regular time in your “jammies,” as we stream it to you, allowing everyone to relax into your personal celebrations at home. Our last gathering of the year will take place on December 31^st at the AVE Clubhouse in Malvern, 311 Lancaster Ave. Please arrive by 6:45 A.M., when Rev. Mike will lead us at 7:00 A.M. in a beautiful World Peace Meditation, corresponding with all other gatherings around the world at Greenwich Mean Time.

Do visit our website, www.cslphilly.org to view our calendar of events, to tune into our live streams or to view past Celebrations and Love Notes from Rev. Mike. Also, please visit our Practitioner Page to find caring professionals who are ready to help you through any challenges, using spiritual mind treatment (affirmative prayer.)

With great love and respect,

Dr. Maxine

 “We are to be on guard against accepting that which is not true. And let us remember that this: Truth is simple, direct, and always self-evident.” ~ Ernest Holmes, Science of Mind, p. 453

Just as sunshine dissipates the fog, so does Truth dissolve erroneous thinking. The instant we turn away from false notions and beliefs, confidently facing the Presence behind the problem or the Spirit within the person, the sunlight of Reality centers us in Peace and makes the way to purposeful and successful living bright and clear.

It is then that we wisely and confidently establish a vital consciousness rooted in the Divine Presence, a spiritual reality that rises above circumstances and floods our world with a steady Light of Truth. Every loving, wise, compassionate, and creative new idea supports us in each new vision for ourselves and our world. As we embrace the Truth, and nothing but the Truth, we are able to shine this Divine Light everywhere we go.

Be sure to catch Rev. Mike this Sunday at 10:30 A.M. coming to you livestreamed from the Inspiration Café in Paoli, PA. He will be speaking on, “Spreading the Light of Truth.” Just go to our website, www.cslphilly.org and click on the Orange “Watch Live” button. You will also find previous talks and Love Notes on the site, as well as coming events.

We offer several delightful opportunities to celebrate this Holy Season together. Be sure to attend our Annual Winter Solstice Celebration at 7:00 P.M. on Saturday, December 17^th at Inteprod, 2583 Industry Lane, Eagleville, PA 19403. Doors will open at 6:45 P.M. The theme is, “Grace in the Night; Joy in the Light,” and our featured musician is Jim Wade, along with Frank Henninger. The next day, Sunday, December 18^th, we meet for our Morning Celebration at the same site and are grateful to Suzanne and Rick Smethers for inviting us to use their facility for both events.

Plan to enjoy our Christmas morning Celebration in your “jammies,” as we stream it to you, allowing everyone to relax into your personal celebrations at home. Finally, please join us on December 31^st at the AVE Clubhouse in Malvern, arriving by 6:45 A.m., when Rev. Mike will lead us at 7:00 A.M. in a beautiful World Peace Meditation, corresponding with all other gatherings around the world at Greenwich Mean Time.

Go to our website’s Practitioner Page to find caring professionals who are ready to help you through any challenges, using spiritual mind treatment (affirmative prayer.)

With great love and respect,

Dr. Maxine

“It is better to light just one little candle than to stumble in the dark! Better far that you light just one little candle, all you need’s a tiny spark! If we’d all say a prayer that the world would be free, the wonderful dawn of a new day we’ll see. And if everyone lit just one little candle, what a bright world this would be.” Song by Roach/Mysels

As we complete the month of November and enter the sacred days of December, our attention turns to the Spirit of the holidays: Solstice, Hanukkah, Christmas, etc. All are involved with light and inspire us to align with the Holy Presence within and around us, as we awaken to what is ours to do in each celebration of illumination.

The One Light which illumines every heart and brightens all creation is the Light of Christ, the Illuminating Presence of the Divine, and It abides within us all. In recognizing our joyous part in bringing joy to the world and inviting peace to abide on earth, we know we must first establish a deep connection with the Divine Love and Infinite Wisdom within us. It is from this place that we bring forth the Light that warms, illumines, heals, and reveals the Truth that sets us all free.

This Sunday’s 10:30 A.M. Celebration will be livestreamed from the Inspiration Café in Paoli, PA and may be accessed by going to our website, www.cslphilly.org and clicking on the Orange “Watch Live” button. You may also view previous talks and Love Notes on the site. Our new theme for the month of December is, “Lighting Up the World,” and my talk on December 4^th will be, “Just One Little Candle.”

We offer several delightful opportunities to celebrate this Holy Season together. Be sure to attend our Annual Winter Solstice Celebration at 7:00 P.M. on Saturday, December 17^th at Inteprod, 2583 Industry Lane, Eagleville, PA 19403. Doors will open at 6:45 P.M. The theme is, “Grace in the Night; Joy in the Light,” and our featured musician is Jim Wade. The next day, Sunday, December 18^th, we meet for our Morning Celebration at the same site and are grateful to Suzanne and Rick Smethers for inviting us to use their facility for both events.

Plan to enjoy our Christmas morning Celebration in your “jammies,” as we stream it to you, allowing everyone to relax into your personal celebrations at home. Finally, please join us on December 31^st at the AVE Clubhouse in Malvern, arriving by 6:45 A.m., when Rev. Mike will lead us at 7:00 A.M. in a beautiful World Peace Meditation, corresponding with all other gatherings around the world at Greenwich Mean Time.

Any of our Practitioners listed on the website’s Practitioner Page are available to help you through any challenges or answer questions for you.

With great love and respect,

Dr. Maxine

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I am now surrounded by all love, all friendship, all companionship, all health, all happiness, all success. I AM ONE WITH LIFE. I wait in the silence while the Great Spirit bears this message to the whole world. ~ Ernest Holmes, Science of Mind, p. 299

As we continue developing the art of appreciation, we find that the Law of Increase expands our good in every area of living. The greater and more faith-filled our expectations, the more perfectly we demonstrate a life of freedom and joy. Choosing to focus on Truth, rather than error, Goodness, instead of condemnation, we draw the best from situations and relationships. As the Danish proverb advises, “Look for the King in the man, and he shall come forth.” (The same applies to beholding the Queen in anyone!)

It is this higher vision that empowers us to form friendships and human connections that are valuable, authentic, and mutually respectful and supportive. Yes, it requires we abandon our criticism and replace it with real appreciation for the unique way Spirit expresses through each person. Imagine a world in which people chose the wisdom to see “Jove nodding behind Jove,” as Emerson suggests we view the Presence of the Divine behind each of our neighbors. Our sacred, internal work allows us to await the results “with cheerful expectancy,” as Troward wisely states.

Tune in this Sunday, November 20^th, as we livestream from the Inspiration Café in Paoli, PA. Rev. Mike will return to the podium and inspire us with his talk on developing and appreciating relations, entitled “Cheerful Expectancy.” Please go to our website, www.cslphilly.org and click on the Orange “Watch Live” button. Past talks and Love Notes may be viewed there, as well.

Our Practitioners are found on the Practitioner Page of our website and may be contacted for spiritual support, via Spiritual Mind Treatment, for any challenges you may be facing or simply to lift and heal consciousness.

With great love and respect,

Dr. Maxine