Spirit Speaks January February 2013 Volume 10 Issue 1

Let There Be Peace On Earth

Honoring Presence.

Nurturing Spirit.

Enriching the lives of all we serve.

Dr. Moira’s Message

Dear Ones,

The fire before which I sit, is burning warm and bright. Its flickering flames dancing through the logs are captivating. The Christmas tree to the left of me with all its magical creatures, birds, icicles and ornaments calls me away into its majesty and mystery! However, I must keep my date with you Dear Hearts, and happily be available to Spirit’s inspiration for us all as we head into the New Year. The wind now dancing playfully up and down and all around the chimney has just applauded my happy task!

I loved our Christmas Candlelight Service. Did you? I so enjoyed the delightful treat of your warm company. Were we not thrilled by our children, our musicians, our singers? Were we not moved by “The Universal Child” video, fed by Spirit’s sharing and touched by the communion we entered into together? One mind thought, one heartbeat, throbbing and pulsating in the mind and heart of The One! As you see, the memory lingers bright and warm within me. Thank you for contributing to such wonder and joy. Paul’s words in 1:3-4 Philippians comes to mind now: “I thank my God upon every remembrance of you. You are always in every prayer of mine.”

So here we are my friends, on the brink of a New Year. What makes the 1st of January different from any other day of the year, I ask myself; or the end of the year any different from the rest of the year? Perhaps it is the collective consciousness of newness that makes the New Year so special, so promising, so inspiring. Perhaps the end of the year provides us with the opportunity to tie up loose ends, complete things, get us to think a little more contemplatively, honoring what has been and becoming eager about what is to be in the coming year. Endings and beginnings give hope to the challenged, confidence to the inspired, joy to the dreamers, urgency to the visionaries and another chance to the disappointed. One thing is sure, The Cosmic Energy of the Universe calls us all to deeper, higher and wider experiences of the Centered Whole, The Unified Oneness every moment of clock time, and in the eternal pulse of the potent NOW! The key for you and for me is to be here NOW! Show up in the moment, whatever and however the vibe of the moment is. Being present to it makes all the difference in our individual lives and in all life.

The question I am asking of us all is, “Am I ready in mind and heart for the New Year?” How many of us haven’t even yet given the New Year any thought? I know some have. Have you? I see vision- ing, imagining, dreaming, setting an intention, as so much more than states of mind. To me they are possibilities of what is to come, attitudes of growth and advancement. Why pass over such an opportunity? Let us move into the year 2013 full of divinely inspired optimism, armed with intentions and decisions to be greater in our accomplishments than ever before. To go for what we have never dared to go for before – a deeper and more sacred relationship with ourselves, each other and every living thing. To achieve such a thing is to achieve Oneness – the understanding that The Absolute is “all in all” everywhere present and that there is nothing different from It – most especially YOU! What a vision! What an intention! What an accomplishment! IT CAN BE DONE BY YOU!

2 3 (continued) So how are we picturing the year ahead? As you form your picture, remember the picture will turn out to be the very same as your picture for tomorrow. Life happens one amazing day at a time! The following are some important keys, discovered by many successful people, in creating a successful and fulfilling New Year. These are not in order of importance. 1) Set an intention – make a decision. 2) Commit to its process and stick to it. 3) Take ACTION. 4) Stop being afraid of failure – failure is a method of learning. 5) Remember everything happens NOW. 6) Find something to smile or laugh about everyday and share it with someone. 7) Speak less and listen more. 8) Find some moments in the day to be still and quiet, in silence with yourself. 9) Let your first and last thoughts of the day connect you warmly with your Source – then chances are you’ll stay connected throughout the day and night. 10) Make a conscious effort to bless yourself, everyone and everything no matter what! 11) Be open and receptive to good always 12) When the feeling is to automatically resist – question your automatic response. 13) In all things give thanks. 14) Seek to be patient and kind. 15) Honor yourself, respect yourself, love yourself, knowing God dwells in you, as you; knowing also that this is true of all others. 16) Give like you are the generosity of God.

Choose to use these suggestions however you please. Perhaps go through the cycle once and then work on the ones that call to you the most. I do strongly urge you to use these stepping stones to your good however you choose to do so. They will bring about remarkable results for you and all you meet.

I am knowing for each one of you dear and wonderful spiritual family members, a year rich in blessings, steeped in peace and love, flourishing in health and prosperity, thriving in joy and enthusiasm, full of awe and inspiration, powerfully transforming and full of fun and wonderful surprises. We are that joyous, loving, one heart, one mind spiritual community we experienced on Christmas Eve. Let us deepen that awesome experience in 2013 and make a beautiful difference in our world. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! You put a special smile on my face everyday. Great blessings to and through you every moment in everyday of your gifted lives. With great respect and love, Dr. Moira

Sunday Lessons

JANUARY FEBRUARY 6 Infinite Intelligence 3 Marriage 13 The Way Infinite Intelligence Works 10 Love—The Splendid Thing 20 What Infinite Intelligence Does 17 Love Never Fails 27 How To Use Infinite Intelligence 24 Life and Work

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Volunteer Month

We are blessed all through the year with our wonderful, dedicated and loving volunteers. From greeters, to ushers, to office and bookstore helpers, to hospitality hosts and hostesses to junior church teach- ers and assistants, to Operation Sparkle participants who make this place shine, to garden helpers, and all other areas, we send each of you a great big THANK YOU, tremendous appreciation, gratefulness and lots of love and hugs.

You are all so very important to the harmonious operation of our center. We love and cherish you always, but the month of January is special. That is when we honor you and let everyone in the congregation know about all the good things you have done to support this center.

We will celebrate all of you on January 27 with a wonderful dinner and delightful entertainment. All of our regular volunteers are invited to attend this event. We ask that you confirm your intention to attend the party by signing up at our table in the foyer. We look forward to seeing you there.

 Volunteer Party / Dinner  Sunday, January 27, 2013 4:00 pm in Richelieu Hall Great food and entertainment featuring songs by Reverend Mary Morgan and Denise Fernald and Reverend Erin O'Donnell at the piano.

The Joy of Volunteering

Volunteer Meeting—Sunday, January 13, 2013 — 12:45 to 1:45PM —Richelieu Hall

This meeting is for all of our wonderful volunteers (whether you have been doing this for awhile or you are a new volunteer), and most importantly for anyone who wishes to become a volunteer and has questions AGENDA  Discussion of what constitutes a good volunteer  What the volunteer represents.  Importance of a positive and loving attitude.  Training Session  Questions & Answers  Discussion of future meetings. I look forward to seeing you there. Rev. Erin O’Donnell Stanlee – Volunteer Director

Pure Relaxation Meditation

Wednesday Evenings, January 9th through February 13th from 7:00 to 8:00 PM OR Thursday Mornings, January 10th through February 14th from 9:15 AM to 10:15 AM Cost: $10 per class or register for all 6 classes and pay only $50. Relaxation is the key to better health, well-being, and better relationships. In this class series you will experience deeply relaxing guided meditations and discover how to:

 Stop the incessant stream meaningless mind-chatter.  Create a positive mental atmosphere.  How to stay relaxed throughout your day.  The secrets to a better night’s sleep.  How to stay centered in negative situations.  How to handle negative people with grace and ease.

You will leave this class series feeling relaxed, rejuvenated, and empowered.

Lake Arrowhead Retreat May 25-27 2013

$590 per person, double occupancy $685 per person, single occupancy $260 per child ages 5-14 $410 per teen ages 15-17 $50 Round trip bus ride

It’s getting closer, so be sure to register and reserve your place at this exciting and inspiring Memorial Day Weekend Retreat. Dr. Moira will provide spiritually uplifting and motivating workshops. More information and details to come.

The Lake Arrowhead setting is beautiful and serene; the lodgings at the UCLA Conference center are first class; and the cuisine is superb. The listed rates include 9 meals and 3 nights stay at the Center, use of all recreational and Conference Center facilities, and all Retreat workshops and events.

A $150 deposit is required. For more details and for payment options, inquire at the church office. Sign up for monthly pay plan, no interest or service charges and a great way to get it paid for early. 5 Science of Mind Classes

A CSL Accredited Class taught by Dr Moira Foxe

“The Essential Ernest Holmes” Begins Tuesday evening Jan 15 , 2013 7:30 pm –10 pm $160 for the 10 week class

Back by Popular Demand—Saturday classes with Rev. Mary A CSL Accredited Class taught by Rev. Mary Morgan

“The Power of Your Word” Begins Saturday morning January 12, 2013 10:00 am – 12:30 pm $160 for the 8 week class In this class you will learn the fundamentals of Prayer.

A CSL Accredited Class taught by Rev. Erin O’Donnel Stanley

“From Whence We Came” - A History of New Thought Begins Tuesday morning January 15, 2013 10:00 am – 12:30 pm $160 for the 10 week class

A CSL Accredited Class taught by Rev. Martha Topel in Spanish

“The Essential Ernest Holmes” Begins Thursday evening Jan 17 , 2013 7:00 pm —9:30 pm $160 for the 10 week class

These classes are open to everyone, no previous class work is necessary for enrollment. Tuition cost for each class is $160 per unit (1 unit is 8 classes) A single class is $20. There is a 10% discount on tuition for current members of the RBSCL. The cost to individuals holding certificates, who wish to review a class is $85 for the eight weeks. For more information call 310-540-5080 6 Expand Your Consciousness

Living Ideas Dr. Moira’s Lessons With Available on Podcast Dr. Moira Foxe

Dr. Moira’s “Living Ideas” Radio Ministry can be Podcasting, for those of you new to this, is heard Monday through Friday, the distribution of audio files over the inter- at 7:15 AM on radio KTYM at net for listening on 1460 on the AM dial, and at mobile devices (such www.ktym.com on the inter- as ipods, mp3 players net. The “Living Ideas” Televi- or personal com- sion Program is on Torrance puters). Podcasts are TCTV cable channel 28—see placed on the inter- listings for details as well as on our website at net for anyone to www.redondocsl.org. subscribe to, and new content is automatically Spiritual Discussion Group downloaded for free Meets First Thursday of each Month if you subscribe to a particular podcast. 7:00 to 9:00 PM in Richelieu Hall Visit our web site at www.redondocsl.org This group, facilitated by Marc Ruth, meets each and select Streaming Media from the Left month to discuss various aspects of spirituality. Menu and you will see a selection of Pod- Get answers to those “burning questions” or casts to download. maybe provide answers to someone else’s questions!

Dr. Moira’s Lessons Now on You Tube

You can now go to You Tube and view past lessons. It’s easy and a great way to review or see something you missed. Simply Go to www.youtube.com and type in RBCSL in the search bar.

You can subscribe to the RBCSL channel. And it’s FREE!

Fellowship and Fun Friendship Sunday Namaste Cafe

And Join us the last Friday of the month for lively Pancake Breakfast entertainment and fellowship. Sunday, Jan 6th and Feb 3rd Join us in Richelieu Hall after each Service January 25 - Featuring for friendship and a pancake breakfast. The Alan O'Day and more! Breakfast consists of pancakes, bacon, February 22 - Featuring fruit and orange extraordinary artists! juice. The cost is $5.00, but first time guests and kids 6 and under eat for free. Drumming Circle

Garden Club The Drumming Circle meets on the 4th Sunday If you are interested in joining of each month at 12:30 the Seeds of Faith Garden Club, pm in the Youth Church please call Rev. Louisa Gravelle at Assembly Room. 310-798-8841. They meet every other month on the same day as Op- For more information contact erations Sparkle. Ruth McCants, Facilitator.

Operation Sparkle

Be part of a team to help clean and polish Labyrinth Walk our Center in a very special way. You can Friday Jan 11th, and Feb 8th at 6:00 pm join the Sanctuary Angels, the Kitchen Crew or the Men’s Group who take care of repairs Join us for the next Laby- and the heavy lifting. We also work in the rinth Walk in Richelieu youth church. Hall. The community is invited to participate with For more information us in this ancient, medita- Contact: tive method of connecting Rev. Erin Stanlee with God. at 310-375-1905

Men’s Spirit Group Women’s Circle The Women’s Circle group meets on the The Men’s Spirit Group is the third Sunday of each month at 12:30 pm in men’s group of our Center. the Youth Church. It is facilitated by Ruth The group meets on the McCanta and Elaine Yuzuki. Second Sunday of each All women interested in month at 12:30 PM in Youth good fellowship and service Church. All men interested to our church are encour- in good fellowship and service aged to participate. to our Center are encouraged to participate in this group.

Soul Friends For young women 30-45ish who want to Photography Club meet to share in spiritual discussions, books, hobbies and interests, favorite If you fancy yourself an ama- places to go, things to do and much more. teur photographer or have a camera that’s still in the box Meets on the 2nd and it came in because you 4th Tuesdays from haven’t a clue how to use 6:00—7:15pm in the it….but would like to foyer and on the 3rd learn….this is the place for you! This club will Saturday for outings. meet on the 2nd Thursday of every Month. For more information contact Kimberly at There is also an open invitation to those who [email protected] have some expertise in photography and/or cameras to join the group and help facilitate. Bring your own cameras to class. Sign up in the lobby after service Demonstrations Have you experienced a wonderful demonstration? Dr. Moira is asking all of us to share our manifestations with her and with each other. Let her know how Sci- ence of Mind teachings are changing your life. Write down your stories at the Demonstration Table in Richelieu Hall after service. It’s amazing how many great demonstrations are being turned in and we would love to add yours if you would like to share it with us.

9 January 2013

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 3 4 5

7 pm Spiritual Discussion

6 7 8 9 10 11 12 9 & 11:00 am 7:30 pm 10 am Troward 11:00 am 9:15 am Pure 6 pm Labyrinth 10 am—12:30 Dr. Moira Foxe Discovery Class Weds. Svc Relaxation Walk SOM-The Power Class Meditation of the Word-Rev. 7:00 pm 7:00 pm Men’s Mary Morgan Pancake Breakfast Soul Friends Spirit Group 11:00 am after each service Yoga 7:30 pm 7:00 pm Pure SOM Founda- Relaxation 7:00 pm tion III Unit 2 Meditation Photography Joy of Volunteer- 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 9 & 11:00 am 7:30 pm 10am History of 11:00 am 9:15 am Pure 9:am—4:pm 9:am—4:pm Dr. Moira Foxe Discovery New Thought Weds. Svc Relaxation Still Life paint- Still Life paint- 12:30 pm Class 7:30 pm Meditation ing with Linda ing with Linda 7:00 pm Pure Men’s Spirit SOM Essential Relaxation 11:00 am Gauthier Gauthier 10 am—12:30 Group Ernest Holmes Meditation Yoga 12:30 pm The Joy SOM-The Power of Volunteering— of the Word-Rev. Rev. Erin Mary Morgan 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 9 & 11:00 am 7:30 pm 10am History of 11:00 am 9:15a am Pure 7:30 pm 10 am—12:30 Dr. Moira Foxe Discovery New Thought Weds. Svc Relaxation Namaste Cafe SOM-The Power 12:30 pm Class Meditation of the Word-Rev. 7:00 pm Men’s Mary Morgan Women’s Circle 7:30 pm Spirit Group 11:00 am SOM Essential Yoga Ernest Holmes 7:00 pm Pure Relaxation Meditation 27 28 29 30 31 9 & 11:00 am 10am History of 11:00 am 9:15 am Pure Dr. Moira Foxe New Thought Weds. Svc Relaxation

12:30 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm Pure Meditation Drumming Circle Soul Friends Relaxation 11:00 am 4:00 pm Volun- 7:30 pm Meditation Yoga teer Dinner SOM Essential Ernest Holmes 10 February 2013

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 9:am—4:pm 9:am—4:pm Landscape Landscape painting with painting with Linda Gauthier Linda Gauthier 10 am—12:30 SOM-The Power of the Word-Rev. Mary Morgan 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 9 & 11:00 am 10am History of 11:00 am 9:15 am Pure 6 pm Labyrinth 10 am—12:30 Dr. Moira Foxe New Thought Weds. Svc Relaxation Medi- Walk SOM-The Power t tation of the Word-Rev. 7:00 pm Men’s Mary Morgan Pancake Breakfast Spirit Group 11:00 am Yoga after each service 7:30 pm SOM Essential 7:00 pm Pure 7 pm 7:00 pm Spirit Ernest Holmes Relaxation Spiritual Discus- Bistro Meditation sion 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 9 & 11:00 am 10am History of 11:00 am 9:15 am Pure 9:am—4:pm 9:am—4:pm Dr. Moira Foxe New Thought Weds. Svc Relaxation Medi- Portrait painting Portrait painting 12:30 pm 7:00 pm tation with Linda with Linda 7:00 pm Pure Men’s Spirit Soul Friend Relaxation 11:00 am Yoga Gauthier Gauthier 10 am—12:30 Group 7:30 pm Meditation 12:45-2pm SOM Essential 7:00 pm 6:00 pm Family SOM-The Power Photography Club of the Word-Rev. Great Peacemak- Ernest Holmes Fun Night ers –1 Mary Morgan 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 9 & 11:00 am 10am History of 11:00 am 11:00 am Yoga 7:30 pm 10 am—12:30 Dr. Moira Foxe New Thought Weds. Svc Namaste Cafe SOM-The Power 12:30 pm of the Word-Rev. 7:00 pm Men’s Mary Morgan Women’s Circle 7:30 pm Spirit Group 12:45-2pm SOM Essential Great Peacemak- Ernest Holmes ers – 2 24 25 26 27 28 9 & 11:00 am 10am History of 11:00 am 11:00 am Yoga Dr. Moira Foxe New Thought Weds. Svc 12:30 pm 7:00 pm Drumming Circle Soul Friend 12:45-2pm 7:30 pm Great Peacemak- SOM Essential 11 ers –3 Ernest Holmes The True Art of Adventure By Reverend Erin O’Donnell Stanlee

The true art of adventure is the adventure lived in This is the way you can create the Art of Adventure our interior life. It’s more exciting and wonderful in your life. than any exterior adventure. It’s the world free of limitation – where your imagination soars to be all We practice the art of adventure when we coura- that you can be as a perfect idea in the mind of God. geously face up to life It is where you break the boundaries of limitations and of false ideas about yourself and discover the 1. When we are unafraid of new ideas and new Divine You - the real you. theories. You are created in the image and likeness of God 2. When we have the daring to open doors to new – Perfect health, perfect abundant consciousness of experiences and to step boldly forth to explore prosperity, perfect loving relationships, perfect strange horizons. creative and wonderful employment, perfect One- ness with you creator. Now – this is your barome- 3. When we have the curiosity to experiment…to ter, this Divine spiritual perfection, not the ‘so called test and try new ways of living and thinking. average’ on the human plane. So whatever chal- 4. When we refuse to seek safe places and easy lenges you are involved in for your own personal tasks and have, instead, the courage to wrestle growth, always keep this Divine image of yourself. with the toughest problems and difficulties. This is where you change your life. It’s what you think of yourself and what image you carry with you 5. When we break the chain of routine and renew all of the time of yourself - this is where you are our life through reading new books, traveling to new places, making new friends, taking up new building your life. Remember the true image – that hobbies, and adopting new viewpoints. perfection of you. Soar in your imagination to the heights of your highest dreams. In this conscious- 6. When we have the nerve to move out of life’s ness, you are free to be all that you can be in your shallows and venture forth into the deep. highest potential. Remember who you are and allow yourself to build your future 2013 on the Divine 7. When we keep our heart young, our expecta- tions high, and never allow our dreams to die. Reality of you – not the human, earthly plane. Focus your attention on the highest within – be 8. When we conclude that the only way to stay persistent in your givingness to the best within out of the ruts is by living adventurously and yourself. Dream it, write it, speak it with passion to staying vitally alive every day of our life. your heart, and take off any ‘I can’t do this’ and say 9. When we recognize that the important thing is ‘I can do this’ ‘With God, all things are possible.’, ‘ I to do the thing we like best and gamble on the can still fulfill my deepest good desires and be the risks. By doing this, we master the uncertain- person I was created to be.’ Throw off the shackles ties of life. We reach self-realization. Life be- of ‘old age’ , not enough money, this, that, or what- comes a full time, worthwhile adventure. ever excuses and dream and soar. Make 2013 the most wonderful and adventurous year ‘No one can predict to what heights you can ever. Soar higher, go deeper, and give all that you are soar, even you will not know until you to yourself and your world. Discover your highest po- spread your wings and fly.’ Anonymous tential, your Divine Self, and be all you can be as that perfect idea in the mind of God!

12 Celebrating Great Peace Makers and the 64 Days of Peace and Non-Violence

During the 64-days of Peace and Non-Violence you will be inspired by the “Great Peace Makers” of our time to realize peace in your mind, heart, and community.

The Sanctuary of Peace Ministry will be sponsoring five free seminars beginning Sunday, February 10, 2013. Each seminar will begin after 2nd service at 12:45- 2:00 PM in the sanctuary. With Rev. Erin O’Donnell Stanlee, Krista Magidson, Rev. Louisa Gravelle, Sally Patchen and Dr. Moira Foxe

We Know that the Mind of the Great Peace Makers is Our Mind Too.

Sunday, February 10, 2013 The 64 days of Peace and Non-Violence and the Great Peace Makers Mahatma Gandhi & Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. To kick-off the Season of Peace and Non-Violence we are going to do a combined presentation that will celebrate the lives of Dr. King and Mahatma Gandhi, the inspirations for the 64 Days of Peace and Non-Violence. Introduction by Dr. Moira Foxe Presentation by: Rev. Erin O’Donnell Stanlee, Rev. Louisa Gravelle, Krista Magidson, and Sally Patchen

Sunday, February 17, 2013 Henry David Thoreau: An American original who lived life according to his ideals, Henry David Thoreau openly questioned the norms of society and stood up for a life of peace and simplicity. He was one of the few brave voices that spoke up for nature, non-violence, and individual freedom. Come and learn more about this true pioneer of deliberate living. Presented by: Rev. Erin O’Donnell Stanlee

Sunday, February 24, 2013 Dr. Albert Schweitzer: World-renowned physician, Noble laureate, organist, theologian, philosopher, and humani- tarian, Dr. Albert Schweitzer was a modern-day Renaissance man who lived his life according to his personal philosophy of Reverence. Come and learn about this tireless advocate for all Life. Presented by Krista Magidson

Sunday, March 10, 2013 Desmond Tutu: Playing an instrumental role in ending apartheid in South Africa won Archbishop Desmond Tutu the 1984 Nobel Peace Prize. His legacy however, is in his powerful demonstration of reconciliation and his belief that all people, regardless of their differences, belong in the human family. "How we interact with the people in our lives, whether we are centers of peace, oases of compassion, makes a difference. The sum total of these interactions determines nothing less than the nature of human life on our planet." --Desmond Tutu Presented by Rev. Louisa Gravelle

Sunday, April 7, 2013 Healing Conflict: Healing conflict isn’t about making compromises but creating an environment of mutually beneficial outcomes. In this experiential workshop with Mediator Sally Patchen, you’ll be given practical tools that will help you heal internal conflicts as well as conflicts with others. Presented by Sally Patchen, Mediator

**The Book, “Great Peace Makers,” by Ken Beller and Heather Chase is on sale in our bookstore now! 13

Divine Dining

Members of this spiritual community are invited to volunteer to host a Divine Dining Event that will benefit the Redondo Beach Center for Spiritual Living. The hosts sponsor some type of event such as a gourmet dinner, a tea party, hors d’oeuvres with fine wines and games, a party night at a restaurant, or a 1950’s Hollywood hang- out type dinner with a “Rat Pack” film or entertainment theme, or perhaps a day at the races. These are just a few ideas but we are sure you will think of something spectacular. If you would like to be a host there will be an opportunity to sign up soon. Be thinking about your theme and menu for the “auction booklet”. These events will take place from the end of February to May.

After the “auction booklet” is prepared describing the time, place, the number of guests and the event, our church members will have the opportunity to bid on these events beginning through a silent auction. Bid sheets will be in the lobby. The highest bidders are invited to the event they bid on. For example, let’s assume an event has an opening for 6 guests and the bidding starts at $25. The 7th bidder bids $30 dollars. That means that the 6th bidder who bid $25 s “bumped” from the list and must rebid at a higher level to be eligible again.

The proceeds of the bids are a donation to the church. The expenses that the hosts have incurred are their donation to the church. So, what ever the time, where ever the place, treat yourself and participate in this fun, delightful fund raising event. Divine Dining events coming soon February through May 2013.

Bears of Love Remember the children in the month of Love

Starting Saturday, January 12th, and extending through March 1st, we will be collecting new teddy bears to donate to children. These bears will spend time in the sanctuary soaking up the love that each of us gives them. Imagine a Sunday or Bring your Wednesday service spent listening to Dr Moira’s message bear early and pass on the and passing the love on to a sweet teddy bear. love

14 Volunteer Profile Evelyn McDonald

By Reverend Erin O’Donnell Stanlee

For the last 5 years, Evelyn McDonald has After her husband passed away, her son and worked in our Center’s office through the daughter-in-law and 2 granddaughters began week – mostly Tuesday mornings. Among going on vacations in their travel trailer and her many jobs, she prepares the visitor including Evelyn. She feels so blessed that she packets handed out each Sunday to our had the opportunity to go along. They have guest visitors and the information package traveled throughout the country sharing many for the new members and those who par- amazing adventures together as a family. ticipate in the Discovery Class. She came to Their trips included Disneyworld, New York this center when her son started talking City, Boston, Prince Edward Island in Canada, about the Granada Center for Spiritual Liv- Niagara Falls, Yellowstone, Oregon Rain For- ing. (Wayne, her son, is now a practitioner est, Grand Canyon, and many more. They did of that center) She decided since she lived a lot of hiking at some of these places. Their in this area, to check out this Center and most recent trip was to Branson, MO where has been here ever since. She left the they took in many of the shows. Catholic Church long ago and heard Terry Cole Whittaker on TV and was familiar with Besides travel Evelyn loves the theatre, in new thought teaching. fact she was a regular attendee at the Redondo Beach Civic Light Opera until it

closed. She also loves to read – mysteries in Evelyn was born in Iowa where she lived particular. And she loves spending time with on a farm with her family that included 3 brothers. She went to school in the country her friends some she has known for many years. This summer she is looking forward to and eventually went on to college to re- traveling to Australia. ceive her teaching degree. She met her future husband who was in the Navy. They Her message for others is to volunteer. It got married and he became stationed in makes you feel so much more a part of this San Diego, and so Evelyn followed. (She Center and you meet so many good like- now has 3 sons, 3 grandsons, and 2 grand- minded people. daughters.) She started working and has held jobs in: teaching in LA City, worked at We are so blessed to have Evelyn on our an insurance co, a college, ran a licensed Volunteer Team and feel so thankful and child care center and finally began working grateful to her and all of our dedicated volun- at the Administrative Offices of Redondo teers. Beach City School District until it was unified. She also became an Administrative I don't know what your destiny will be, Secretary for the Education Dept. She but one thing I know: the only ones among you who will be really happy worked 37 years and retired at age 73. are those who have sought and found

how to serve. Albert Schweitzer

15 RBCSL Teen Group

Soaring New Heights Written by: Liliana Pond (Teen)

Teen group is new and improved and just in time for the New Year! After countless years of meeting from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm, the teens have unanimously agreed on a new time. We now meet every Sunday morning from 10:45 am to 12:15 pm; during this time, the group participates in a plethora of exciting workshops and activities that focus on personal and spiritual growth. Best of all, those who take part are eligible and encouraged to go to the Center for Spiritual Living’s semi-annual camps. It is here that teenagers from all over the world experience profound spiritual transformation and build friendships that last a lifetime. If you or someone you know is interested, Redondo Beach Center for Spiri- tual Living welcomes anyone from the age of 13 to 18 who is eager to become part of an awesome teen family. Please come see what we’re all about! Lastly, the teens send out a huge thanks to our center’s extremely supportive congregation. A few weekends ago, at our teen bake sale, we made almost $700.00 (in less than two hours)!!! Thank you, thank you, thank you! We are so blessed and your kindness circulates back to you…multiplied in prosperous amounts.

Help in Healing Through the Prayer Ministry

The Prayer Ministry is here to support you with prayer in any problem, trouble, or circumstance you need help with. The Prayer Ministry silently and consistently supports our church and congregation with a consciousness of Love, Truth, and Spiritual Understanding. Its purpose is to provide spiritual assistance through prayer for any individual or group in need. It is comprised of Ministers, Practitioners, and other spiritually trained individuals, who donate their time doing Spiritual Mind Treatment work for all those who request it. All requests are confidential.

If you have a need for healing, in any area of your life, be it in health, finances, relationships, employment, or loss of a loved one, helps awaits you in the form of a prayer request to the Prayer Ministry. Request forms are available in the church lobby, at the Prayer Ministry station, or you can place a telephone request by calling our Center during the day, or in the evening by calling (310) 540-5080, option 4. The Prayer Ministry exists to serve you, and to assist you with loving, healing prayer in your time of need.

Love and Blessings, Rev. Erin O’Donnell Stanlee Prayer Ministry Director 16

Valentine’s Dinner at Spirit Bistro

Saturday, February 9, 2013 at 7:30 PM

A Gourmet Five-Course Dinner An exclusive event for the first 36 reservations Enjoy an intimate setting With the luxury of personal table service Located at The Bistro In Richelieu Hall

$100 per person or $180 per couple

Treat yourself to an exquisite Dining Experience And Benefit Your Spiritual Center

LOOK FOR OUR DELICIOUS MENU POSTED IN THE FOYER IN JANUARY

Namaste Cafe Our First Ever January 25th - 7:30 - 10:00pm Family Fun Night Friday Nights have never been so February 15, 2013—7:00 pm fun. You have to check it out. Richelieu Hall Performing Artists: Alan O'Day, gifted composer and musician and And here we have yet another besides that, he's just plain entertaining and opportunity for fun and frivolity. FUN! He is known for his #1 hit "Angie Baby" and Join us for a Spaghetti Dinner and has had music performed by the Righteous Bros, Karaoke night. Helen Reddy, and the Muppets! Jim Hale, jazz trumpeter and musical artist extra- Early Bird Ticket Price is only $3 each OR One adult and One Child ordinaire! And More! $5 for the pair

Cover is only $8.00 or a plate of cookies!

“As a Center of Consciousness, You Are Invisible” Written by Dr. Raymond Charles Barker Reviewed by Rev. Mary Morgan

We are often told that the philosophy of Reli- time, of thought, of activity. When we begin gious Science is a simple and concise way of to open our awareness to that flow and real- thinking about life as a creative process and that ize that we can direct the energy, we learn its application, while simple, is not always easy. how to create whatever experience that we Let’s face it, there are moments when any one desire. Life is about understanding the proc- of us has had to read and re-read a sentence or ess of creation and being willing to put that two because, though we may resonate with an understanding to use. idea about Religious Science principles, the wording is sometimes fashioned of lofty, mysti- This is a book that offers morsels of wisdom cal concepts that dwell in the upper strato- in every chapter and it is also one that you spheres and beyond. can open to at any place to re- ceive whatever you came for. You might find the title of this Those are my favorite kinds of book a bit odd. Heavens, we books! Each chapter stands on spend most of our lives trying to its own. The deeper you get make sure people notice us for into the book, the more you some good reason, and now we begin to feel empowered as have a notable Religious Scien- the creator of your own ex- tist, a man who served not only perience and the more aware once but twice as the President you become of Divine Mind, of our Religious Science Interna- that collective subconscious tional organization and the New that is ever-moving us toward Thought Alliance telling us that truth and Infinite Wisdom. “As a Center of Consciousness You Are Invisible”. You will give yourself a real treat when you read this book. There are very few New Thought It encourages you to dig deep, writers that have the clarity of thought and easy stick to your inherent wisdom, let nothing going way of expressing the practical “how to” deter you, stop fighting yourself and em- application of Religious Science principles as Dr. brace the wholeness of life and living. Raymond Charles Barker. Our own Rev. Martha Happy reading! Topel said she when she met him once she was instantly aware that he had a very dynamic presence. Now, that doesn’t sound like a guy Be sure to check out the Spirit that was practicing being invisible to me! Book Store for this book. You What Dr. Barker is talking about in the book is the idea that we are all energy and that the by- will also find many other products of the energy we emit are the results inspirational books as well as that we see in our life. Everything is about great gift items. movement and everything is in the flow – of 18 Paz En La Tierra... comienza en mi Reverend Martha Topel

El Dr. E. Holmes, autor de la Ciencia Otra vez, ya que Dios es PAZ y nosotros somos la de la Mente, describe la PAZ como expresión directa de Dios, necesariamente ya so- “una calma interna. Una calma in- mos paz. terna tan completa que nada la puede perturbar. La PAZ que pro- Cuando pensamos, hablamos y vivimos con este viene sólo del entendimiento de que la PAZ del entendimiento, nuestra vida cambia. Al mismo Espíritu es lo único que existe, la paz a que Jesús tiempo nuestra mente individual tiene el poder de se refería cuando dijo, “La Paz os dejo, mi Paz os influenciar la conciencia del mundo entero, de ele- doy.” El Infinito siempre está en paz porque nada varla. lo perturba. Por lo tanto, la realización de nuestra identificación personal con el Infinito nos trae la Lo más importante en la vida es conocer que sólo paz que a su vez equivale a PODER. La PAZ es PO- existe una Bondad Absoluta – Amor, Inteligencia DER.” que a la vez es Paz, Poder, Vida, Belleza y Gozo dentro de nosotros y a nuestro alrededor en el Entonces, la respuesta a definitiva a “¿Cómo pue- eterno AQUÍ y AHORA. Al confiar en Ello y rendir do obtener la paz que quiero o toda nuestra vida a su amorosa guía, podemos necesito?” es: Por medio de la realización de nues- incluir a la humanidad, ya que todos compartimos tra identificación con el único Dios que existe. la misma naturaleza divina: Somos la imagen y se- mejanza de Dios. Debemos esforzarnos por reconocer al Universo como espiritual, no importa en que condición apa- Ciencia de la Mente Clases en espanol rezca. Si el Universo espiritual no fuera perfecto, Domingos 9:00 and 10:30 am no podría existir ni por un momento. Esta es la Verdad, indivisible y completa, íntegra y perfecta. Rev. Martha T. Topel Una Mente Universal Perfecta debe producir un Center for Spiritual Living efecto perfecto — y ese efecto es la creación ente- Redondo Beach, CA ra que nos incluye a usted y a mi! 310-540-5080

Hatha Yoga Classes Hatha Yoga Classes Taught by Dorene Coles Taught by Dorene Coles Thursdays 11 am—12:15pm Thursdays 11:00 AM to 12:15 PM Beginning Jan 10, 2013 In Richelieu Hall In the Sanctuary $10 per class $10 per class Dorene Coles, one of our regular Sunday ushers, has been teaching classes in yoga, in the South Bay area, for over 12 years. This class is openDorene to all levels Coles, ofone students. of our regular Sunday ushers, has been teaching classes in yoga, in the Yoga is a wonderful discipline for gaining and maintaining health.South BayDo yourselfarea, for over a favor 12 years. This class is open to all levels of students. Yoga is a won- and start off the New Year right by studying yoga. Classes will be conducted in Richelieu Hall. Please bring your own exercise mat to the class.derful Drop discipline by our for churchgaining and maintaining health. Do yourself a favor and start off the New bookstore and purchase a copy of Doreen’s DVD, “Dorene ColesYear Yoga”.right by taking this class. Please bring your own yoga mat to the class. You can also purchase a copy of Dorene’s DVD, “Dorene Coles Yoga” at the Book Store. 19

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Flower Dedications Free Things October/November/December That Help Our Center

“In loving memory of Joan Nigh who If you would like to benefit our Spiritual Center, was a role model to all of us who you can do the following things at no cost to you: have faced adversity and came  Sign up to associate your Ralphs Club Card through it with a smile. Her spirit and with our church. (Forms available at the front beautiful smile will be with us al- desk). ways.” From your friends,  Sign up to associate your Vons Club Card with our church. (Forms available at the front Jean Esniminger and Bev Conover desk). .  Go to Amazon.com via the link on the first

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Outreach Ministry

Do you know someone who needs comforting? The Outreach Ministry has been formed to bring a little sunshine to members of our church family through sending cards and making phone calls. Sunday Services are available on CD If you wish to have contact from this Ministry please call the church office.

Did you know you can get a CD of the Sunday Services? Pastoral Care

Just go to the front Our PASTORAL team would like to know if you desk after the service are in the hospital or are housebound. If you and for only $7 you can have your very own would like to have a phone call or visit, we want copy. It does take about 20 minutes to get the to hear from you. Your are an important part of copies ready but that gives you time to com- our church family. Call any of the practitioners mune with your friends. listed on the Practitioner Services page of this newsletter if you are in need or assistance or call the church office at 310-540-5080

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Practitioner Services Practitioners Licensed Practitioners and Intern Practitioners are avail- Joe Bloomer 310-344-7884 able for prayer treatment consultation. A Practitioner is Robert Bornino 310-505-5982 one who is trained to do Spiritual Mind Treatment (prayer treatment for clients. The training of Practitio- Beverly Collins 310-257-1886 ners is extensive, and is conducted over a period or at Beverly Conover 310-376-4605 least five years, including internship. Practitioners and Patti Donnelly 310-379-6653 Intern Practitioners are governed by a Code of Ethics and are under the supervision of the Pastor of the Church. Dawn Drew 310-329-1825 Grace Darline Dye 310-713-6652 There is a fee charged for this service when performed by a licensed Practitioner. Intern Practitioners do not charge Leonora Gray 310-325-4946 a fee, as this work is part of their professional training. Annie Hofmann 310-328-6076 Licensed Practitioners charge a fee of $35 for a on-half hour treatment session. Consult your individual for a fee Hans Hofmann 310-328-6076 schedule relative to weekly or monthly sessions, or for Carole Kawamura 310-324-1254 house calls. It is important to note that a Practitioner will Carrie Kinsey 310-372-5730 never turn a client away because of the client’s ability to pay the fee. In such a case, the Practitioner will also treat Katherine McKinney 310-377-7609 the client to demonstrate abundance. Maureen McKinney 310-377-7609 Minister Practitioners Marc Ruth 310-618-9916 Dr. Moira Foxe 310-540-5080 Monica Ruth 310-618-9916 Rev. June Haskell 310-541-7480 Eric Siess 310-377-8246 Rev. Camille Carter 323-650-9130 Cathie Sinfield 310-376-4605 Rev. Louisa Gravelle 310-798-8841 Bernice Slocovich 310-376-6492 Rev. Mary Morgan 818-248-1182 Rue Ford Strock 310-544-0074 Rev. Erin O’Donnell Stanlee 310-375-1905 Elaine Yuzuki 310-538-1676 Rev. Martha Topel 310-748-5508

Spiritual Mind Treatment for 2013 by Rev. Louisa Gravelle

In the quiet stillness, I enter into the Silence. I am centered in the Universal Heart. Bathed in Spirit’s love and Light, I rejoice in this new year. As the year turns to 2013, I begin anew in consciousness. I am strengthened to change what needs to be changed by Spirit’s eternal Power, and Presence. Of myself, I do nothing. It is the Source within me that awakens to a more expansive life. The Love that I AM is forever desiring to express Itself more fully as me. Moving through me as me, I bravely walk into this new year.

I release the past with forgiveness and with gratitude. That which is mine to let go of, I gently remove. I am lifted up into my right place. That which is mine to savor and acknowledge I gratefully return to Source, knowing that it comes back “pressed down and running over”. All that I AM, all that I have, and all that I do is done through me. I appreciate the gifts of health, wealth, abundance, prosperity, harmony, right relationships, and creative success with appreciation.

My heart is open to the new year. My heart is ready to soar as I give away to others the gifts that are my unique contribution to life in 2013. As I grow in awareness, I embody and fully express a life of grace, ease, health, success, and abundance. With more gratitude and appreciation22 then I thought possible, I grow deeper, stronger roots of Love. In gratitude, I release this Word to the Law. With “cheerful expectancy” I say, And So It Is. 22 Services & Information Board of Trustees Chruch Community Groups & Chruch Community Groups & Services Services (continued) Sr. Minister/ Director—Dr. Moira Foxe

President—Marc Ruth Ciencia De La Mente Classes Teen Group—STARS (13-18 yrs) Vice President—Codean Reed Sundays 9:00 am & 11:00 am, Sunday Evenings—5:00-6:30 pm Treasurer—Katherine McKinney & Thurs 7:00 pm Cassandra Huff, Melinda Fornero, Gricelda Secretary– Irvin Drew Maestra, Rev. Martha Topel Castenada, Becky Wagner—Leaders Member—Penny Leatham Crafts Group Volunteer Corps Member– Denise Fernald Mondays 10:00 am Richelieu Hall Rev. Erin O’Donnell Stanlee Member—Chris Sanford Karen Schmidt 310-832-0398 310-375-1905 Member—John Adelsperger Drumming Circle WEB Page 4th Sunday of the of the month at Laurie Paquette—Coordinator 12:30 pm in Youth Church Assembly Room 310-540-5080 Pastors Emeritus Ruth McCants, Facilitator Women’s Circle Dr. Frank and Dr Anita Richelieu Greeters Meets 3rd Sunday of the month at 12:30 Kathy Friend 310-540-5080 pm. Ruth McCants and Elaine Yuzuki, Facili- Church Staff Lending Library tators 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Mon-Fri and on Youth Center Sundays. Cathie Sinfield, Head Librarian Sr. Minister/Director—Dr. Moira Foxe Sunday mornings—9:00 & 11:00 am Loving Acts of Kindness Pauline Fukuwa, Youth Church Coordinator Assistant Minister—Rev. June Haskell Mary Ann Amato 310-540-5080 Staff Minister—Rev. Camille Carter Men’s Spirit Group Member Services Staff Minister/Peace Interfaith Ministry Meets 2nd Sunday of the month at 2:30pm How the church helps you Rev Louisa Gravelle New Members 12 Step Program Staff Minister/New Member Director Rev. Mary Morgan 310-540-5080 Advisor—Gaylan King Frederic 310-540- Rev. Mary Morgan S.O.M. Classes 7712 Staff Minister/Volunteers Director Katherine McKinney, Registrar Bereavement & Crisis Support Rev. Erin O’Donnell Stanlee 310-540-5080 Rev. June Haskell 310-541-7480 Staff Minister/Spanish Ministry Seeds of Faith Dial a Prayer—310-540-5242 Rev. Martha Topel Garden Club meets at 9:00 am on Saturday Grief Support Church Administrator—Beverly Conover every other month, same day as Operations Rev. June Haskell 310-541-7480 Nursery mother—Carrie Kinsey Sparkle Prayer Ministry Rev. Louisa Gravelle 310-798-8841 Bookkepper—Beverly Auxier Rev. Erin Stanlee 310-540-5080, option 4 Office Manager—Dee Owens Special Events Bev Conover 310-540-5080 Youth Church Coordinator— Community Services Spirit Book & Gift Shop Pauline Fukuwa How members can help 9:00 am—5:00pm Mon—Fri Audio—Jared Johnson & and Sundays after services. Food Closet Paul Rasmussen Chris Jackson and Dorothy Sheppard Dee Owens 310-540-5080 Newsletter design/graphics & editor— Managers. Rainbow Shelter for Battered Women Roxanne Hoerning Spirit Players (Theatre Group) Church office 310-540-5080 Music Director—John-Henri Intermittent Thursdays' 7:00 pm in Shared Bread Musicians—John-Henri, Bruce Lett, Richelieu Hall. Bob Bornino, Rev. Mary Mary Ann Amato 310-540-5080 Oliver C. Brown Morgan coordinators Shawl Recovery Home for Women Custodian—Alex Molineros Church office 310-540-5080

Spirit Speaks—Volume 10 Issue 1 Redondo Beach Center for Spiritual Living—Dr. Moira Foxe, Pastor 907 Knob Hill Ave, Redondo Beach, CA 90277 Office ~ 310-540-5080 FAX ~ 310-540-6566 Dial-A-Prayer ~ 310-540-5242 Healing Ministry ~ 310-540-5080, option 4 Office Hours: Monday—Friday 9 am to 5:30 pm ~ Sunday 8:30 am to 1:00 pm Sunday Services 9:0023 am and 11:00 am, Wednesday Lesson 11:00 am Website: www.redondocrs.org — Email: [email protected]

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