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CREATIVE LIFE SPIRITUAL CENTER • SINCE 1985 • “I NEVER KNEW THERE WAS A PLACE THAT TEACHES WHAT I’VE ALWAYS BELIEVED!” The Mental Equivalent: The Secret of Demonstration In 1942 the New Thought pioneer and minister Emmet Fox electrified audiences with his unforgettable lecture, “The Mental Equivalent.” ur presence here, outside the Fox explained how and domain of the home planet, O was not rooted in an accident why your mental images out-picture into of nature, nor the capricious political whim of a technological civilization. your surrounding world. By charging your It was rather an extension of the same mind with clear and passionately felt universal process that evolved our molecules. And what I felt was an imagery, he taught, you literally bring extraordinary personal connectedness with your inner visions to life. (Fox’s booklet it. I experienced what has been described as an ecstasy of unity. I not only saw the is available in our bookstore.) A greater connectedness, I felt it and experienced life awaits you now, and it begins within! it sentiently. I was overwhelmed with the sensation of physically and mentally Learn how to work with your mind and extending out into the cosmos. manifest your heart’s desires. Minister The restraints and boundaries of flesh and bone fell away. I realized that this Arthur Johnson presents a four-part was a biological response of my brain seminar series on The Mental Equivalent, attempting to reorganize and give meaning to information about the , 1:00-3:00, 7. wonderful and awesome processes I was privileged to view from this vantage point. All are welcome; appreciative giving. Please sign up in Builders’ Hall and for CAPT EDGAR D. MITCHELL USN (1930-2016) Apollo 14 astronaut and more information, email... Founding Chairman, [email protected] Institute of Noetic Sciences New and inspiring workshop! Introducing our Poetry as a Spiritual Practice Newest Licensed Practitioners! Join minister Marsha Lehman and practitioner and poet Dainill Mercadel in this workshop for every- one ready to enliven creative juiciness. We will be reading, writing, doodling, drawing, singing and doing group MARISSA MIJAL designing… poetry of all kinds. Who knew poetry could be this fun and spiritually meaningful? Whether your inner poet was encouraged or sabotaged in your education experience this is a safe opportunity for you to come on DAINILL MERCADEL JOHN RENNIE SARAH WESTBROOK out! You will love exploring the selective readings individu- ally and in a group. You will adore taking poetry home to Congratulations to Dainill, John and Sarah on complet- begin additions to your daily or weekly spiritual practice, ing four-plus years of study and then the licensing exams in and hardly believe the richness of depth within your new order to serve you and their spiritual center as ecclesiastical world of poetry discoveries. It’s , 20, 9:30- leaders, teachers, and support persons. They join the others 12, with bagels, fresh fruit, coffee and tea in the first half in knowing that there is One Life now expressing in perfect hour. $20 suggested giving. Please sign up in Builders’ Hall. order and harmony. Please see their bios and comments on [email protected] • [email protected] page 6, and more about all our practitioners on pg. 7 5326 SPRING-STUEBNER ROAD • SPRING, TEXAS 77389-4574 • [email protected] • CREATIVELIFE.ORG • (281) 350-5157 Wisdom of These gatherings, at 7:00 in the Great Hall, feature a talk by Jesse Jennings, the Universe plus prayer support, live music, poetry, and the warmth of community! weekly discussions Hosting is Bill Birch, with meditations and more from ministers David Dewhurst, We are studying Lisa Ryan and Marsha Lehman, and practitioner Thomas Ryan. Join us! the confluence of metaphysics and science to help us better understand how the world of DENESE & DICK consciousness gives rise to our world of form. Using books, speakers and various media, we bring current information forward for open discus- sion. We meet 12-2 , led by Denese & Dick Schmelzkopf, who also teach at the Lone Star Magic of the Soul College/Montgomery Academy of new at CLC certificated class Lifelong Learning. All are welcome; Combining principles and techniques from spiritual psy- join anytime. Appreciative giving. chology with the power of the Science of Mind teaching, [email protected] Magic of the Soul responds to questions like, “Why haven’t I completely healed, even though I have been using spir- A Course itual mind treatment for years? How do we deal with fear that comes up before and after treatments? How can we in Miracles embrace our shadow while affirming our divinity?” Magic weekly discussions of the Soul asks students to affirm and experience their inner divinity and at A Course in Miracles the same time honor their humanness and appreciate the beauty of who is “a unique, universal, they are in the here and now, on their path to higher expressions of divine self-study spiritual thought nature — seeking the magic, the opportunity for growth, and the sacred- system that teaches the ness in every situation in life, especially the challenging ones. In its first-ever way to Love and Inner offering at CLC, the class meets eight , 7-9, starting 11, BILL Peace is through led by minister Lisa Ryan with practitioner Ruth Catalogna.Tuition is $225 forgiveness.” (acim.org) plus books. Please sign up in Builders’ Hall or to [email protected]. The Course states, “...seek not to change the world, TransAlliance of Spring support group but choose to change your Courtney Fleming and Kole Kerr present TransAlliance of Spring, mind about the world.” CATHY a support group and safe space for Transgender, Intersex and non- This long-time group is binary individuals. Adults 18 and over—and minors 14 and up with led by Bill & Cathy MacKenzie, signed permission from a parent or guardian, who must attend first 7 in Katherman meeting—are welcome, as are allies. , 7:30-8:30 in the Hall, upstairs. All are welcome; join Quimby Room, on the first floor of the Learning Center. Creative Life is honored anytime. No meeting on 4. to host this event as a further contribution to a world that works for everyone. Appreciative giving. Info: Please email [email protected] or text to (713) 416-1477. [email protected] • [email protected] Sunday talks online Please share the below link with your CODA open meetings Several hundred new books, family and friends. It’s to Sunday talks Codependents Anonymous is a some slightly shelf-worn — from 2012 forward, accessible on any fellowship of people seeking recov- spirituality, world religions, device and the next best thing to being ery, and meets 5-6 , self-discovery, prosperity, here. Just like at Great Hall services, in Katherman Hall, upstairs. For health, nutrition, science, philosophy, talks are free and donations are more information: Lisa C. at parenting, and children’s books too — encouraged... [email protected] are offered at deep discounts! creativelife.org/sundaytalks.html Sunday morning Meditations Class graduation “...Sit and rest and refresh your soul. Eat of the fruit and drink the wine. Join us , 7, All, all is yours, and you are welcome.” —The Science of Mind textbook when during 11 Each week’s is led by a CLC practitioner, and lasts 20 minutes, service we will honor all ending in time to comfortably get into the 11:00 celebration. CLCers who have taken There is music to enhance as you are guided into a restful state, our Science of Mind and inspirational readings to tap into your spiritual center. Most courses over the past year (see be- sessions will end with a spiritual mind treatment based on the low), especially our three practitioner theme of the readings. , 10:30-10:50, in the Malené graduates! All alumni/ae are sum- Njeri Meditation Space, upstairs in the Learning Center. These moned on stage for a rousing rendi- meditations are free and there’s no need for advance signup. More info... tion of our “school song.” Then we’ll Darlene Everitt, RScP • [email protected] enjoy brunch together and reminisce! Booster Buffet Class of 2019 monthly Sunday brunch HEARTFELT LIVING (THE FOUNDATIONAL COURSE) Dainill Mercadel Chip Carney • Robert Carucci • Sean K. Connelly • Christie Dominiak and Sarah Georgie Holbrook • Kim Klaar • Jane Lohmann • Julia Mitas Westbrook present, Barbara Moore • Sharon Price • Nancy Roehm • Rosa Sebastiani with your help, a Sara Tarenzi • Gloria Webster • Cleopatra Williams first-of-the month potluck brunch and social experience FIVE GIFTS OF THE SPIRIT Margaret Byrd • Linda Clesson • Brenda Hornung • Maggie Leysath on , 7, after the 11 Susan Matamoros • Sharon Mignerey • Marissa Mijal • Donna Mosher service. We serve a wide array of Shirley Sandlin tastes—and we always can use more salads and main dishes. Vegan, vege- SELF-MASTERY tarian, and gluten-free dishes are Deb Barnes • Christi Blackburn • Robert Carucci • Linda Clesson • Georgie especially appreciated, but we’ll Holbrook • Nancy Kerby • Kole Kerr • Susan Matamoros • Sharon Mignerey devour and enjoy whatever you Marissa Mijal • Peggy Schneider • Monty Wilson • Teresa Wilson bring. A $5 per family donation is asked. Please use the signup sheet in PRACTICAL MYSTICISM Chip Carney • Robert Carucci • Barb Kistner • Paula McGee Builders’ Hall to indicate what you’ll bring. And to help, just email... PRACTITIONER II [email protected] • Dainill Mercadel • Sarah Westbrook [email protected] Science of Mind QuickStart class Your Guide to QuickStart is a breezy, fun and, yes, quick study of the Creative Life basics of our teaching and their practical application mini-workshop —especially for our newer members and friends — Here’s a short, free and a great segue into Center membership and our gathering for newcomers certificated classes.