The spiral of life is upward. Evolution carries us forward, not backward.  Eternal and progressive expansion is its law and there are no breaks in its continuity.  It seems to me that our evolution is the result of an unfolding consciousness of that which already is, and needs but to be realized to become a fact of everyday life.      Ernest Holmes, Science of Mind, p. 387

Indeed, we live in a Limitless Universe, offering Its Grace and Bountiful Expansion to all Its beloved creation.  Each of us is a divine entity in the One Life, growing step-by-step into a greater realization of our true identity, always moving forward and upward into a greater expression of that Life.  As we honor our own, individual path, time table, and mode of understanding and awakening, so we respect each person’s appropriate and timely development.

There is no reason to approach our progression with anything but confidence and joy, as each phase provides an open invitation for us to embrace more faith and appreciation for our ever-expanding consciousness.  As we read in scripture, “You are gods; you are all children of the Most High.” Psalm 82:6 It is time for us to claim and live from our Authentic Self, respecting each moment’s unfoldment with grace and gratitude.

If you wish to begin your Sunday experience with quiet meditation prior to our Celebration, join our Practitioner of the Day upstairs in the Prayer Room at 10:00,  enjoy connecting time downstairs with your friends before we begin at 10:30.  We are so enjoying being together again, as we follow CDC recommendations and use color-coded name tags to communicate people’s choices for the degree of personal connection or social distancing desired. Of course, we will keep you advised of updates, and it has been suggested that people wear masks at indoor gatherings We are not yet singing or providing refreshments, but it is a joy to be together after all these months. Of course, we continue reaching people around the world with our live streaming, as well.  This Sunday’s talk title will be, “Gracefully Growing in Consciousness.” To join us on line, simply go to www.cslphilly.org  at 10:30 A.M. EDT and click on the orange “watch now” button.  Previous Sunday Celebrations and Rev. Mike’s and my “Love Notes” are archived there, as well.

Our willing and qualified Practitioners and Intern are always ready to respond  to your requests and may be accessed on our website, where you will find their photos and contact information. Choose the one with whom you wish to work, and they will be happy to hear from you and respond.

With great love and respect,

Dr. Maxine

Wisdom is a living stream, not an icon preserved in a museum.  Only when we find the spring of wisdom in our own life can it flow to future generations. ~ Thich Nhat Hanh

As we continue deepening our focus on August’s theme, “Living in the Flow of Life,” we realize that every one of us is actually an illuminated instrument for the bountiful Life Divine, each needed to fulfill our personal destiny, as we develop our special talents, and give our unique gifts with joy.  It is our sacred and delightful duty to maintain a clear, open, willing channel through which Spirit may shine.

The Law of Circulation requires a steady flow of Life’s energy in and through us, sustaining us in perfect peace and power, and providing us with everything needed and wanted for the perfect fulfillment of the divine intention which resides within every heart.  How freeing it is to realize that all good comes from within, flowing through us with grace and ease, enhancing our personal lives, then spreading into the world to lift and bless all it touches. Let us be that Fountain of Life, Wholeness, Abundance, Love, and Creativity that we were designed to be.

As the sign in the store window reads, “Inquire within,” it is this inward glimpse that reminds us how central each of us to the inflow and outpouring of Life through us and how essential it is to experience ourselves as the point of power and creativity.  You and I are, indeed, natural springs of Spirit’s activity, fulfilling our innate desire to give and receive this Bountiful Life.

For a few quiet moments of meditation prior to Sunday Celebration, join our Practitioner of the Day upstairs in the Prayer Room at 10:00, then enjoy connecting time downstairs with your friends before we begin at 10:30.  It is lovely to be together again, and we find our color-coded name tags effectively communicate people’s choices for the degree of personal connection or social distancing desired. Of course, we will keep you advised on CDC notices, recently suggesting wearing masks at indoor gatherings, if people are more comfortable doing so .  We are not yet singing or providing refreshments, but how we love connecting with each other! Of course, we continue reaching people around the world with our live streaming, as well.  This Sunday’s talk title will be, “Be the Fountain.” To join us on line, simply go to www.cslphilly.org  at 10:30 A.M. EDT and click on the orange “watch now” button.  Previous Sunday Celebrations and Rev. Mike’s and my “Love Notes” are archived there, as well.

Our wonderful Practitioners and Intern are always ready to respond  to your requests and may be accessed on our website, where you will find their photos and contact information. Spiritual Mind Treatment is a beautiful tool to deal effectively with human challenges, and they are happy to work with you in lifting your consciousness to a greater realization of good.

With great love and respect,

Dr. Maxine

 It is only as we allow the Divine current to flow through us on and out, that we really express life.  The law of giving and receiving is definite. ~ Ernest Holmes, Science of Mind, p. 440

As we prepare to enter a new month, we, of course, have chosen a new theme, and it is, “Living in the Flow of Life.” The ancient Chinese philosopher, Lao Tzu, wisely stated that, “Everything is healthy that flows with the universe,” and we understand and appreciate how the Law of Circulation engenders health and wellbeing in every area of our lives.  Whether we seek greater physical health, increased financial wellbeing, more satisfying work, or sweeter relationships, we do well to enter into the universal flow of this divine life and let it keep us healthy, whole, and happy.

Let’s take this opportunity to become aware of any areas in which we feel restricted or limited and enter more deeply into the creative currents of Divine Life which keep us  forever expanding into sweet, successfully living. Perfect circulation underlies, indwells, and flows through all creation, including each of us.  We live in such a wise and wonderful universe!

We are so enjoying gathering again in person on Sunday mornings and will keep you updated on any CDC recommendations as we do.  Our color-coded system of designating folks’ preferences for distancing or hugging works well, as we respect one another’s choices.  We are not yet singing or providing refreshments, but how we love connecting with each other! Of course, we continue reaching people around the world with our live streaming, as well.  Do come early, if you wish to participate in quiet Meditation prior to service, upstairs at 10:00 A.M., and led by the Practitioner of the Day.  This Sunday’s talk title will be, “In the Stream of Wholeness.” To join us on line, simply go to www.cslphilly.org  at 10:30 A.M. EDT and click on the orange “watch live” button.  Previous Sunday Celebrations and Rev. Mike’s and my “Love Notes” are archived there, as well.

Now that our Practitioner Core has expanded with the recent licensing of our two new Practitioners, we offer you a choice of seven wonderful people, any of whom you may select from our website.  Whomever you choose will happily work with you to bring greater good into your life through loving support and spiritual mind treatment.

With great love and respect,

Dr. Maxine

Nothing liberates our greatness like the desire to help, the desire to serve.  ~     Marianne Williamson

As we have discovered the joy of liberating ourselves from limiting beliefs and are expanding into greater possibilities of true freedom, we naturally wish to help lift others out of restriction and into joyful living, as well.  There is an innate desire in all sentient beings, not only to be free, but also to do our part in raising up others to higher levels of possibility.  We do not do this by “fixing,” but by supporting with love and prayer and solid intention for everyone’s wellbeing.

It often begins with our modeling this changed consciousness ourselves, rather than attempting to point out a person’s need to examine their beliefs.  Let’s demonstrate how beautifully this transformation works and let others be inspired by it.  We “show,” rather than “tell,” and our loving support can make all the difference.  Listening with compassion, while beholding the Divinity within each person, creates a powerful context within which limiting contents are converted to expansive possibilities.

It is in this selfless, loving activity that we, ourselves, become even freer and more successful in unveiling our innate wholeness, divinity, and infinite potential.  Let’s all work together to raise up our loved ones, as well as those we have not yet added to our family of friends.  Imagine a world in which mutual, respectful, loving support brings the real freedom for which we all have longed.

How sweet it is to greet one another in person again at our Sunday Celebrations, and how satisfying it is to continue reaching people with our live streaming.  We also are happy to offer quiet Meditation again before service, held upstairs at 10:00 A.M., and led by the Practitioner of the Day.  However you join us this Sunday, we welcome you, as I speak about, “Free a Friend to Fly.” If you are joining us on line, simply go to www.cslphilly.org  at 10:30 A.M. EDT and click on the orange “watch live” button.  Previous Sunday Celebrations and Rev. Mike’s and my “Love Notes” are archived there, as well.

We are thrilled to welcome our two beautiful, new Practitioners to our Healing Ministry.  Cheryl Macklin and Nettie Bonner successfully passed their Oral Panels last week and are now officially fully licensed, professional GPCSL Practitioners. You may call on them or any of our dedicated Practitioners for individual spiritual support by choosing one listed on our website.

With great love and respect,

Dr. Maxine

We find that both the Law and the Spirit are Limitless. What is it we need for greater freedom? Nothing but a greater realization of what we already know. Ernest Holmes, Science of Mind, p. 364

A big “thank-you” to Rev. Mike for caring well for our Community and delivering such  an inspiring talk last Sunday, and thank you to everyone who came together to make it a great day! You all continue to prove that there truly are no limits to the possibilities that exist for us, individually and as a Beloved Community.  As we continue our focus on Freedom this month, we are finding practical ways to implement its greater expression in our lives.  Stepping into previously unknown territory can be thrilling, rather than frightening, as we remember that we are forever supported by a Loving Spirit and guaranteed success through the immutable Law.

Many of us reached far beyond our comfort level during the pandemic, becoming resourceful and creative, rather than discouraged or diminished.  We learned more about technology, developed new recipes, and bonded with our loved ones, while learning the sweet joys of home activities.  Our Spiritual Community also expanded its technology, creating masterful live stream productions, and reaching people in many other states and even out of the country.  Many of these new folks continue tuning in and joining us for celebrations and other events, including Zoom classes.

It is only when we become too involved with human limitation that we forget the limitless possibilities of Spirit and the endless action of Law to provide newness and great release from any type of restriction.  Let’s continue to move out of yesterday’s beliefs and embrace new ideas and concepts of greater truth. Where will you begin today?

Whether you join us in person or on line each Sunday morning Celebration, it seems we are feeling a greater frequency of love and connection.  I enjoyed watching Rev. Mike’s talk from Florida and look forward to being with you again this Sunday, as I speak about, “No Limits.” If you are joining us on line, simply go to www.cslphilly.org  at 10:30 A.M. EDT and click on the orange “watch live” button. You may also view previous Celebrations or the “Love Notes” Rev. Mike and I send from home.

Whenever you may need some loving, spiritual support, you will find it as near as your computer and telephone.  Check out our dedicated Practitioners and Practitioner Interns on the website, call one with whom you feel a rapport, and you will be reminded Who you are and lifted to a greater consciousness of freedom.

With great love and respect,

Dr. Maxine