Greetings, Friend! CSLN News: December 18, 2024

THIS WEEK'S TALK BY

GREGORY FISHER

"Living the Four Agreements, Part 1"

“The Four Agreements” by Don Miguel Ruiz, provide an opportunity for us all to awaken to a life with less suffering by agreeing to four simple ways of being. This week, we’ll examine the first two agreements.

- Gregory Fisher

Gregory Fisher became a licensed Science of Mind practitioner in 2001 and an ordained minister through the Universal Brotherhood Movement in 2009. He holds bachelor’s degrees in both communication and divinity, and a master’s degree in social work. Learn more at gregoryfisher.life.

GUEST ARTISTS

The Stereo Angels

(Joelle Platt & Raven Barrientos)

We know them, we love them! Both Joelle & Raven are solo artists. Together, they create some magic!

• To see more of Joelle & her musical creation Wild Horses, check out her YouTube channel here .

• When Raven is not performing as a Stereo Angel, she is writing music for a solo project as well as creating cards for her soon to be released sea-inspired oracle deck.

THE BAND

Don Morgan: Bass

Mark Horwitz: Keyboard

Jimmy Lopez: Percussion

Music Director: Larry Faragalli: Guitar

THE PLATFORM TEAM

Host and Closing Treatment: Ursula Roden, RScP

Reading and Treatment: Tonya Miller-Hire, RScP

THE SUPPORT TEAM

Greeters/Ushers: Marylla Rosebaugh & Katie Griffith

Hospitality: Erica Leeds

Youth Teachers: Jacqueline Carrillo & Ola Shehata

Audio/Visual: AJ Bigler, Ray Dryden

SUNDAY SCHEDULE

Child & Youth Services 11:10 AM - 1:10 PM

We have a wonderful child and family team who are eager to provide services for children (ages 2-12) from 11:10 am - 1:10 pm. You can drop your child off and have time to attend our meditation services before the Sunday service. We are not equipped to provide infant services, but we will find a quiet space if needed for little ones and their caregiver.

Meditation 11:15 AM - 11:45 AM

Please join us for meditation! Our meditation room is to the left of the front doors. We will have greeters to show you the way!

Service Begins - 12:00 PM

To view LIVE on Sundays CST, Click: CSLN.TV

Here is a link to last week's service.

After Service

Join us in the Fellowship Hall for light refreshments after service.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Updated Bylaws Vote via Survey Monkey began on December 16th

In response to the request for changes to the bylaws to require community approval, the Board has proposed that we reset our Bylaws to the CSL standard bylaws. The ballot to vote to accept or reject the proposed bylaws was emailed on December 16th at approximately 3:30pm from admin@cslnashville.org via Survey Monkey.

Per the bylaws, ballots were only sent to members of CSLN. Please check your spam folder if you did not receive the ballot in your inbox. If you did not receive the ballot in your inbox or spam folder, please contact admin@cslnashville.org. The voting period will be open through December 30th. All CSLN members were sent a copy of our current bylaws comparing them to the proposed bylaws on October 31st. A copy of the proposed bylaws was also sent to all members on December 10th and resent on December 16th. Thank you for your participation in this process!

Looking for the Perfect Gift This Season?

“Sparrow: A Poetry Comic” by Dale Rogers is now available in the CSLN bookstore!

This poetic story follows a sparrow’s journey as it evolves its relationship with the wind, beautifully illustrating the first and second stages of consciousness in Michael Beckwith’s Stages of Spiritual Evolution Model. Presented in a unique comic book format, this work combines heartfelt poetry with evocative illustrations to create a profound and visually engaging experience.

Authored and illustrated by our very own Dale Rogers, RScP, this book makes a thoughtful gift for anyone on their spiritual path—or a special treat for yourself!

Available now in the CSLN bookstore.

Caring Hearts is Meeting Soon - Volunteers Still Needed on the Team!

Caring Hearts is looking for CSLN members who are seeking to volunteer to join our team and will meet Sunday, December 22nd after service. Please contact Erica Leeds at erica.l.leeds@gmail.com if you would like to serve on our team.

Community Helping the Caring Hearts

If you know of anyone in our community who needs support for something they are dealing with or even just needs to know that they are not alone, please let the Caring Hearts know by contacting Erica Leeds at erica.l.leeds@gmail.com

Participate in Spirituality and Technology Research

One of our members and Practitioners, Tonya Miller-Hire, is working on her PhD and the topic of her thesis is how technology is influencing spirituality. We can all help Tonya with her research by participating in an online survey. This will take approximately 35 minutes, can be stopped at anytime and can be anonymous. If you are interested in taking the survey, the link is below:

https://birminghamcoaal.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8JrbsrIoZfx4iwe

MEETINGS & EVENTS

Christmas Eve Service

There will be a joint Christmas Eve service with Unity on December 24th at 5pm. Rev. Denise Yeargin and Rosemary Cathcart will be our speakers for this special service!

Visioning Circle

We are starting our monthly Visioning Circle back up on Sunday, December 29th after the Sunday Service. At the recent Community Dialogue it was voted to start Visioning again for direction from Spirit on the future for CSL Nashville – and what that might look like. Everything starts with visioning and being open to Spirit’s impress.

Join David Arnholter, RScP in the classroom/bookstore area at Unity after the Sunday Service/Fellowship time around 1:30pm for about 1 hour as we once again connect with each other and experience the power of visioning!

CLASSES & WORKSHOPS

New CSLN Class

Self-Mastery: The Emergence of the True Self

Self-Mastery: The Emergence of the True Self is a certified course toward becoming a Practitioner, centered around healing the perceived separation between personality and Spirit. This course invites students to embark on an active exploration of their creative nature, including thoughts, feelings, beliefs, and emotions, to gain mastery in living conscious and intentional lives. Through a combination of deep introspection and practical exercises, students will uncover the profound connection between their inner selves and their spiritual essence. By embracing this integration, students will unlock the ability to live authentically, aligning their actions with their true selves and experiencing profound personal growth and self-realization.

Instructors: David Arnholter and Laima Dickens

Length of Course: 8 Weeks

Dates: Thursdays - January 16th to March 6th

Time: 6:30pm to 8pm

Location: Zoom

Required Text: Living the Science of Mind by Ernest Holmes

Suggested Tuition: $65.00 (includes certification fee)

Please sign up by clicking the link below or visiting our website and you will receive further information and be sent the Zoom Link for this class.

Here is the link to register for this transformative class:

https://csln.breezechms.com/form/bd452b7385

Become a Member of CSLN!

Our next New Member Class is being offered on Saturday, January 11th from 10:30 am to Noon via ZOOM!

Join Rev Cath DePalma and Practitioner David Arnholter for this introduction to our Community and our Teaching and become a part of a loving, inclusive, open spiritual community for anyone seeking a deeper connection with God.

https://csln.breezechms.com/form/bd452b738575

Creating our Beloved Community!

Join Rev Cath DePalma via Zoom as we read and discuss Jim Lockard’s visionary book: Creating the Beloved Community: A Handbook for Spiritual Leadership.

Creating The Beloved Community is about the qualities, attitudes, and practices that are needed to manifest the kind of world envisioned by Howard Thurman and Dr. Martin Luther King. Jr., a world of peace and harmony. The book speaks of the leadership qualities needed to create such a beloved community, including cultural evolutionary awareness, presencing, and psychological awareness of our own and others' development. Join Rev Cath as we continue our conversations about creating a Beloved Community!

Please go to our website (cslnashville.org under Calendar/Classes) or click the link below to sign up for this important class.

The next class will be held on Tuesday January 14th from 6:30 to 8:00pm via Zoom.

No Cost – just buy the book from the Bookstore or Amazon.com.

https://csln.breezechms.com/form/bd452b73

Announcing an Exciting New Workshop Coming in January 2025: ACTIVE HOPE

Kimberly and I are so excited to share this powerful work with you! Registration will be available soon. Meanwhile, mark your calendars, invite a friend and plan to join us for this transformational journey.

- Sue Shann

THANK YOU LETTER FROM ARISTEVI

WEEKLY MEETINGS & EVENTS

Women's Circle

Every Thursday 12 - 1 PM on Zoom

SPIRITUAL MIND TREATMENT

Tonya Miller-Hire, RScP

I recognize the One Infinite Presence, the Source of all truth, love, and freedom, flowing in and through all life. This Divine Intelligence is always expressing perfectly, and I am one with It. As I am one with the Ultimate Mind, I know that all beings share a universal interconnectedness.

I affirm now that I align my words with love and truth, speaking with clarity and integrity. My words are a blessing to myself and to all, as I honor the power of Divine Expression flowing through me and as me. I release any attachment to others' words or actions, trusting what is mine and freeing others to walk in their light. I stand firm in my divine center, where I am grounded, clear, and free, surrounded by love and guided by Spirit.

I accept this awareness with immense gratitude and release it into the perfect working of the Perfect Law. I trust it is done, here and now.

And so it is.

PRAYER TREATMENT REQUESTS

Need a Spiritual Mind Treatment? Click the link above to select a Practitioner and the individual contact form to submit a request.

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