“We move toward a kind of divine presence because, through our passions, we are utterly present. We are utterly charged and focused. We are oblivious, we forget ourselves, our troubles, our day-to-day living-on-Mulberry-Street lives. We hitch ourselves to something bigger.” ~ Gregg Levoy, Callings: Finding and Following an Authentic Life
Just as all of humankind continues its evolutionary journey, so we advance on our personal journeys at our own time and in our own way to greater and greater awareness of Spiritual Life and Its expression in our experience. We find that the most powerful choice we can make in this process is to take each step with passion, enthusiasm, confidence, and joy. It is as we bring such consciousness to the adventure that we not only succeed, but that we do so with growing happiness and delight.
Awakening from the false dream of separation and limitation, we enter more fully into the Reality of Infinite Possibilities. Inspired from the Sacred Spirit within, and armed with Its Power, we wisely move forward with eagerness and clarity. It is in the Oneness that we move into the spiritual passion which impels us forward. Honoring each individual path, including our own, we do not compare or contrast, simply experience gratitude for the perfect unfoldment of each one’s progress.
Emerson’s found his aunt’s admonition to, “Hitch your wagon to a star” an inspiring message that he shared generously in the 19th century. It is still true and wise today, as we move forward with grace and power, celebrating the Spirit of Joy that impels us into greatness. He also wrote, “Do not go where the path may lead; go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.” Let’s enjoy the journey and encourage each other on the way.
Join us each Sunday morning at 10:30 A.M. EST for our live streamed Celebrations, available through our website: www.cslphilly.org They may be viewed any time during the week. The Love Notes that Rev. Mike and I send from our living room are also available on the website. Centers for Spiritual Living theme for 2021 is, “Timeless Wisdom; Evolutionary Vision,” February’s theme is, “One Journey; Many Paths,” and next Sunday’s talk title is, “Your Personal Journey.” Enjoy being with us in the comfort of your own home, and do invite your friends to join in.
Check our website for our wonderful Practitioners and Practitioner Interns who provide excellent spiritual support and read about the great classes and workshops coming up. Sunday, Feb. 28th, we have the pleasure of hosting the amazing Gregg Levoy, profound lecturer and author of many books, including, Callings, noted above. He will speak virtually in the morning, then present a timely and powerful workshop on Zoom in the afternoon. Click here to Sign up as soon as possible.
With great love and respect,
Dr. Maxine