Center for Spiritual Living Midtown

Timeless Wisdom, Evolutionary Vision

The fundamental principles of Science of Mind are ageless and cross many spiritual traditions. We know this is true, and we know that in our practice we are tapping into the Infinite Eternal, which is God, and has always been. We have the opportunity to continue evolving and expanding our vision, continually growing into something newer and bigger, instead of stagnating.
Affirmation: Steeped in the wisdom of the ages, I humbly resolve to evolve!

Making Magic - Rev Cynthia McCarthy

Making magic! What a joyful intention for life. Life does not create randomly! We are each, through our understanding and to the degree we cooperate with it using the Law of Mind to create a magical, joyful, enchanting life. Part of magic making is thoughtfully assessing and releasing what no longer serves us and preparing to step into our Vision of the Further. 
Affirmation: I am making magic every time I align with the Power, Presence and Authority of Divine Truth in me. ​

Cultivating Light – Rev Dr Bob Deen

The winter solstice in the northern hemisphere is a physical event experienced by everyone, whether they are aware of it or not. This event is central to the many religious and spiritual celebrations that occur this time of year.

Join us for a special Solstice Celebration which is at the core of all celebrations at this time of year.  The format will be different and will guide you through a personal and collective spiritual experience of the importance of Light, physically, spiritually, and ceremonially.

Affirmation:  I am a light, you are a light, we are a light in this world. And I shine. (Words by Karen Drucker)​ ​

Preparing The Way - Rev Dr Bob Deen

How do we prepare the way for this season? How does one prepare the heart for the winter season? One practical method is to prepare for inner and outer (worldwide) peace. How is this done in world religions? Why is this important to the individual?​​
Affirmation:  Peace in my heart out pictures as peace in the world. My peace is a reflection of the Christ consciousness.

Welcoming The Shadow – Rev. Dr Bob Deen

What do we learn from the shadow…from the dark of winter or the shadows cast in the heat of summer? What richness lives in the shadow place? ​
Affirmation: I do not judge myself nor other persons. I embrace the shadow and reclaim my highest good. 

The Grateful and Cheerful Receiver - Rev Cynthia McCarthy

Often people reference being a cheerful giver (2 Corinthians 9:6-7), but as we know from the Law of Circulation, giving and receiving is reciprocal ebb and flow of Yin and Yang. When we accept, we are in the flow as God gives to ItSelf as each of Its incarnating forms. ​
Affirmation: I stand with my body and heart open to goodness and I know that there is nothing that separates me from the river of life that flows through me as I give and I receive. 

God Is Not Motivated If You Aren’t - Rev Dr Bob Deen

“Man’s thought is the activity of Mind, for Mind without thought or directed consciousness would have no real existence. There can be no existence apart from consciousness; or, if there be any existence apart from consciousness, then there is no one, no thing, and no intelligence to be aware of such existence. It is evident that without self-awareness, there is not only no realization of Life, but no Life to be realized.” (Living the Science of Mind, 321)
Affirmation: As I change my thoughts and beliefs, the world around me changes. My mind is the mind of God Itself. ​

How Engaged is God as Us? - Rev Dr Bob Deen

Life/Love/God/Spirit is living out its perfect Life as us. It is knowing more of itself as us. The only way that Spirit has of bringing forth our values for a World that Works for Everyone is through us.
Affirmation:  I am and will be a stand for love in this world, no matter who is listening.  I am listening and I am engaged. 

What Is God Giving You? – Rev Dr Bob Deen

God has already given us everything. It is our job to awaken to it. Life is fully supporting us at all times. ​
Affirmation:  I am so grateful that I am fully supported by God. 

Divine Authority to Choose - Rev Dr Bob Deen

Often people speak of God’s Will as if the old anthropomorphic deity is still the one guiding, choosing, and leading us, when in truth it is saying yes to each of our choices!​
Affirmation: Today I choose wisely, compassionately, and decisively to express my authentic self in all that I do.​