Center for Spiritual Living Midtown

Happy New Year - Release and Affirm - Rev Dr Bob Deen

As we sweep into 2023 let’s take time to reflect and release those ideas and behaviors that no longer serve us. Because the Universe abhors a vacuum, let’s consider replacements which serve us with greater ideas for our ongoing good.

As we begin each year, It is a long-standing tradition that we return the our roots, to the basic and formative ideas of the Science of Mind. Based on the opening essays in what is referred to as the “textbook”, The Science of Mind, by Ernest Holmes. We will consider what is our idea of God and how is it the same or different from other theologies. How does it work, what does it do, and how are we related to it.

Sunday Celebrations are our weekly gatherings — a welcoming place (both virtual and in person) to meet positive people, enjoy uplifting music and participate in meditation and affirmative prayer. Each week’s lesson is focused on a positive, life affirming idea that will empower change in the lives of those who embrace it. All are welcome! We are a diverse, open-minded and heart-centered group.

Ode to Joy - Rev Dr Bob Deen

With a voice, comes song. With an instrument, comes music. Yet it takes an orchestra to create a symphony.

AFFIRMATION: I am one with the circle of life.

Into We See - Rev Dr Bob Deen

A richer greater experience of life awaits us when we enter into common-unity with those around us. When we train ourselves to see the big picture, we have a greater experience of humanity.

AFFIRMATION: I see Spirit in everyone I meet.

Longing to Belong - Rev Dr Bob Deen

There is a deep longing within each one of us to belong. The bigger truth is that we already belong, by the simple fact that we are here.

AFFIRMATION: Wherever I go, I belong.

Welcome toYour Dream Home - Rev Dr Bob Deen

The keys to the home of your dreams are in your heart and mind. Find out how to unlock the possibility and joy of being at home wherever you go.

AFFIRMATION: I’m at home wherever I go.

H.O.M.E. - Rev Dr Bob Deen

Not everyone looks forward to going home for the holidays. Sometimes “home” is the place that breaks us, leaving lifelong wounds that can be difficult to heal. H.O.M.E. may be the place where Healing Opportunities Manifest Everywhere. This week we discuss the “initiation phase” of the Hero’s Journey and how to withstand and navigate the trials and tribulations that are necessary for learning and growth.

AFFIRMATION: I am grateful for ALL of my journey.

Roots and Wings - Rev Dr John Karn

“There are only two lasting bequests that we can hope to give our children—roots and wings.” This week we explore the relationship between freedom and safety and how childhood conditioning sets us up for what Einstein called “the most important decision we make.”

AFFIRMATION: My home brings out the best in me and others.

There’s No Place Like Home - Rev Cynthia Paulsen

What do you have in common with Harry Potter, Dorothy from the Wizard of Oz, Gautama Buddha and even Jesus? You and the rest of humanity are playing out the Hero’s Journey, which starts and ends in the place we call “home.”

AFFIRMATION: I am the hero of my journey.

Share It, Fair It, DO Take a Slice of My Pie - Rev Dr Bob Deen

Like all of Life, money is a flow. “The financial system consists of the flows of capital that take place between individuals (personal finance), governments (public finance), and businesses (corporate finance). ‘Finance’ thus studies the process of channeling money from savers and investors to entities that need it.” (Wikipedia, “Finance”) So, Everyday Wonder about finances is learning about the flow and how we can participate in a healthy way. Today, we examine this flow and how it operates in our lives.

AFFIRMATION: I trust and live in the Infinite Flow of Abundant Good.

Money, So They Say... - Rev Dr Bob Deen

So much of our trauma around money is based in myths and old, stinkin’ thinkin’, and false beliefs. Let’s apply Everyday Wonder and compassionate curiosity to those beliefs and set ourselves free!

AFFIRMATION: I free my mind to be an open conduit of Good.