A NEWSLETTER FROM THE SANCTUARY FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING

JUNE/JULY 2015

Reverend Kristina M. Collins

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MINISTERS COLUMN

SUNDAY SERVICES

Rev. Kristina M. Collins

June 7
Moving Up!
June 14
Laughter Is The Best Medicine!
June 21
The Spirit of Joy
June 28
Give Up Suffering and Get Joy
Guest Speaker: Rev. Mark Anthony Lord
July 5
Let Freedom Ring!
July 12
Our Spiritual Partnership
July 19
Infinite Possibility
July 26
Where Do I Begin?
Guest Speaker: Rev. Sunshine Daye

I glanced at our calendar, only to

realize that our church is turning 60 on
July 21! How did that happen? Seems like
we just had a gala rededication ceremony
for our 50th! And within days after that,
I have my 19 anniversary as your Senior
Minister! What a great time we have had
learning and growing together! What an
amazing gift this church is to each of us.
We can thank Carl Bennitt, one of the
Founding Board Members under
Founding Minister, Rev. Thelma
McHenry, for heading up the Building
Committee and actually taking care of
the brick and mortar that became our
Sanctuary and Offices. Two years in the
building, we have today a wonderful
property which is fully owned by our
congregation.
Its a pretty impressive story, that a
small group of people (50 were required
to charter the church) would give birth
to such splendor as we experience here.
There was a vision of our church in the
mind of God and these people were
willing to align with it and work towards
it. It wasnt done in a moment, but
instead had times of great activity, (our
Founder, Ernest Holmes was at the

Vision Statement
Mission Statement

ground breaking and the final opening &

dedicatiion ceremony) and times when
building would stop because the funds
would all be used and the congregation
would have to enter into prayer and
break loose from old thoughts of lack and
limitation.
They often used ceremony to assist
with the break through, and always
prayer. Holding 24 hour prayer vigils on
the concrete slab, shining the lights of
their cars onto the empty space at night
to illumine the invisible building,
knowing that what was invisible was
becoming visible in that very moment.
Of course, the Law responded! The prayer
was aligned with the vision of God for
this community, all sense of lack and
limitation was released, and the positive
energy would return and the project
move forward.
It is good for us to remember this
because sometimes, in our own lives and
creative adventures, our personal projects
seem to be stalled. This simply means to
me that it is time to pray and in that
prayer to remember what I have aligned
with, which is a power for Good. I am
continued on page 3

We are a vibrant, loving community and an inspirational resource for spiritual awakening and personal growth.

The purpose of this Church shall be to serve as a Spiritual Development Center by making available the knowledge and practice
of Science of Mind to all people, and especially to its members, and to foster their spiritual, cultural and general well-being and to
provide facilities for education, fellowship and public worship.

FROM THE BOARD

Wilvesta Morgan Jr., President
Whew! What an amazing beginning
of a new year we have already experienced. Excitement always prevails
when we meet each other, whether
it is in one of our many classes that
are starting, our services, or perhaps
at our many social events. It is this
type of spirit that makes our community the loving place that it is.
Speaking of classes, have you noticed the new classes
that are being given? It is so astounding to see so many new
classes that are being facilitated by our Practitioners. All of
our Practitioners are outstanding and their faces are always
out front, doing fantastic things.
The most recent event that exemplifies their talents
occurred at Good Friday Service, when they presented the
Seven Last Words of Jesus. Their presentations were spectacular and the entire evening was special. Rev. Kris brought
her excellent message and we were thrilled by the superb
voice of Tina Meeks accompanied by our fantastic Mary Ekler
on the piano. If you were not there you missed a treat. You
must put this event on your calendar for next year.
I would be remiss in this article if I did not mention our
Easter Sunday Service. Our Rev. Kris and Rev. Carol were
terrific as usual. I do have to praise Paula Aghajanian, our
guest soloist, Mary Ekler at the piano and Randy Landis on
bass. They were absolutely magnificent. Paula with her
extraordinary voice was certainly at the top of her performance. The congregation gave them standing ovations for
all of their songs. With Mary and Randy urging Paula on
with their talents, the music was extraordinarily fantastic.
There are so many great things that happen at our
church. There are always so many events in our spiritual
community and we want to let you know what we are all
about. It is our desire to serve our area well, and that is why
we welcome all Spiritual Paths, all Walks of Faith and all
Seekers of Truth to our church. This is the spirit of love that
you will always feel the moment that you enter our doors.

Often in my articles, I ask you to send a card to some of

our members that have served us well, and are no longer
able to attend church. We do not forget these members and
they love to hear from us. You can update them on how our
church is doing. I write people on a regular basis and I call
them as well. I can attest to the fact that it makes them feel
good. I know most of these that are just not able to come to
service, it brings joy to them to know they have not been
forgotten. Just try it you will experience knowing how happy
you made someone.
This month, I want to shine my spotlight on the Board
of Trustees; Kellie Mulhern Davis, Peggy Huber, Victoria Del
Aguila, Leri Smith, and Linda Cullerton. It is an honor to
praise them for the excellent work that they are doing. I must
say that they are continuing to follow in the footsteps of all
previous Boards that I have had the honor to have served.
How blessed we currently are to have such a super group of
ladies to work with on our Board. They are a fabulous group
of leaders and are a delight to work with. Each one is
perfectly gifted to fill the position that she holds. Not only
are our Board Meeting productive but we laugh together
while we accomplish good things. I could go on and on
discussing each position and its requirements but I wont do
so. I will, however, make this statement and that is our
Community is in absolutely good hands. We will continue
to serve our family well.
Your support is what we appreciate the most and always
remember that your time, talents and contributions will
always be the driving force that will allow the Board to
continue to serve you and maintain our facilities in a manner
that will make you proud of our church.
On behalf of the Board of Trustees, Rev Kris, Rev. Carol
and our entire Practitioner staff, it is with our deepest gratitude and love that we stand in total awe of our congregation and thank all of you for your support of our magnificent church.
With a loving heart,
Wilvesta Morgan, Jr.

SUNDAY MUSIC
June 7
June 14
June 21
June 28

Mary Ekler
Gabriel Najera and Mary Ekler
Christy and David Cohen
Mary Ekler

July 5
July 12
July 19
July 26

Mary Ekler
Christy and David Cohen
Mary Ekler
Mary Ekler

BLISSFUL LIVING
By Rev. Dr. Carol Bliss

Embracing Love
Life is infinite energy coupled with
limitless creative imagination. It is the
invisible essence and substance of
every visible form. Its nature is goodness, truth, wisdom and
beauty, as well as energy and imagination. Ernest Holmes
What a difference a subtle shift in our perspective can
create. No matter where we find ourselves in life, no matter
what we are going through, we are always at a point of
power. Life can throw some bitter blows. We sometimes find
ourselves stuck in circumstances with no earthly idea how
to get out, but God always knows and Gods grace is always
with us.
When we turn our attention just a tiny bit toward higher
thoughts, its as if the whole world shifts. Ideas, people, and
places that support our good welcome and embrace us in

love. We realize that we live in a world of infinite possibility

and that we are being led by Love every step of the way.
The same God who illuminated the stars created you.
Within each one of us is a Divine guidance system, far more
powerful than any GPS. The Divine within us knows our
every need and how to carry us toward our dreams. As Paul
so eloquently said two thousand years ago, whatsoever is
true, whatsoever is noble, whatsoever is right, whatsoever is
pure, whatsoever is lovely, whatsoever is admirable if
anything is excellent or praiseworthy think on such
things.
Our only task is to turn our attention back toward God,
back toward the good. Thats all it takes. One tiny, imperceptible shift returns us back to Love.
With Gratitude Abounding
Rev. Dr. Carol

SOME REMINDERS...
For your convenience, there is an Electronic Kiosk in our
lobby every Sunday. Feel free to use your credit or debit cards
for donations or purchases of bookstore items, church event
tickets or classes. These transactions can also be made on our

website, SOMCHURCH.org.
Bookstore gift certificates can be purchased for any
amount and used for anything sold in the bookstore.

Visions & Values cont. from page 1

assured that if what I want to express and experience is
aligned with Spiritual Ideas (expresses more love, life, joy,
beauty, abundance, etc.) and harms no one, then nothing
can stand in its way, not even a false belief of lack. Nothing
is greater than God!
In reviewing, acknowledging and celebrating my own
19 years here, I see my growth. What a wonderful spiritual
pathway I have! And I truly believe that I am the most
blessed of Ministers. I have the great blessing of walking
with you! We have now and have always had wonderful
Boards, who come to this work without ego or agendas,
simply wanting the best for our beloved community, being
sure to bring good business practices based in solid spiritual principles in all of our dealings. I have been surrounded
by the best Ministers and Practitioners to support the depth
of teaching and growth for all of us. We have amazing
volunteers that are willing to give of your time and talent
to our community, and all in this wonderful community
of love who support our church financially, so we can do
all of the things that are required to keep our property well
maintained, offer the best programs and have the best staff!
I can only say Thank You! to each and every one of

you for all of the love and support I have felt over the years,
and continue to feel today. What a wonderful experience
this has been for me to stand as a witness to your growth
as you take classes, learn these life enhancing principles
and use them in your lives to create good, love and
harmony.
I have been blessed to have had three wonderful Board
Presidents as my Spiritual partners in our work together. I
want to personally thank Jack Peterson, Regina Dekker and
my beloved Wilvesta Morgan for all of the love we have
shared over the years. I can only tell you that these people
love you and hold you in prayer, just as I do. To be Board
President is to share with me in holding the vision for our
church, to fall totally in love with each of you and to
witness the wonder of God as Love and Law in action.
We are all blessed! We have always had Boards that want
the good of the Church over personal agendas, Practitioners
who pray for the Church and our Ministers daily, volunteers who serve with love and joy, and a safe place for us
all to grow. Truly, Life is good all the time!
From my heart to yours,
Rev. Kris

SACRED SATURDAYS
by David Kline, R.Sc.P.
Sacred Saturday was inspired by my visits to my grandma
when she was at a retirement home. At the time I was a
human companion with two amazingly cute Pomeranians,
Missile and Freckles. When we would go to visit Grandma,
we often would stop and see many of her neighbors. They
really appreciated our visits, and the boys (Missile and
Freckles) and I had a great time too.
When needing an idea for a class about creating a
community project, I recalled those visits and Sacred
Saturday was born. Sacred Saturdays is simply about

acknowledging, paying attention to, and being a friend for

some amazingly awesome people who live at retirement
centers.
My vision is for the congregation, and friends of the
Sanctuary for Spiritual Living, to come together for an hour
every other month to bring a bit of sunshine, smiles, and
support to the residents. We have been visiting with Jean
Blomgren and the residents of her community to the great
joy of all of us.

VISIONS IN PROGRESS
By Kellie Mulhern-Davis, President
Cinco de Mayo, OLE!
I wish to thank everyone who participated in this years
Fiesta! Your enthusiasm and willingness to play made our
annual party a great success. We know we couldnt do it
without our V.I.P. committee, but the other side of that equation is the guests, because without you there would not have
been a party!
The delightful dancers returned, the food was as mouth-

watering as ever, and the dancing- didnt we have fun with

that? Our church really knows how to have a good time!
As with all our church events, love was evident in every
aspect of the afternoon. I am always so grateful to be part of
this awesome community.
Thank you to everyone. We are amazing!
With love and enthusiasm,
Your President, Kellie Mulhern-Davis

COLD WEATHER SHELTER DINNER

Joan Anderson, R.Sc.P.
Cold Weather Shelter Dinner about 30 church members,
family, friends and our teen group came together on February
15, for our annual evening of providing dinner to the Cold
Weather Shelter. Some stayed after church to help prepare
the food for 250, to deliver to St. Marthas and then to plate
and serve the dinner and dessert while others assisted with
registration, showers, and the clothing room. We always get
a number of thank yous from those we are serving and
comments from our volunteers on how much they enjoy the
experience of helping others. Also thank yous to those that

From This...

purchased soups, bought script and donated to help fund

this worthy cause.
Donation Basket: We have a basket in Harmony Hall to
collect items such as hygiene products both full size and
travel size that are donated to both the Coalition for the
Homeless and Prototypes Womens Center. Prototypes can
also use the following items: new womens underwear (all
sizes), bras, socks, towels, twin bed sheet sets, yarn and
crochet hooks. Please see Joan Anderson if you have any
questions.

To This...

Leri Smith is offering

Stippling art technique.
Check out the
Summer Workshops!

June Calendar of Events

sunday

monday

tuesday

1
You Can Heal Your
Life
7:00 p.m.

wednesday

thursday

3 Easy Flow
Yoga 12:30 p.m.
Tai Chi 6:00 p.m.
Healing Light
Service 7:00 p.m.
10 Easy Flow
Yoga 12:30 p.m.
Tai Chi 6:00 p.m.
Healing Light
Service 7:00 p.m.

4
5
Meditation is More Dinner & Movie
Night "The Animal
Than You Think
Communicator
7:00 p.m.
6:30 p.m.

18
19
Four Spiritual Laws
of Prosperity
7:00 p.m.

20
Practitioner
Meeting
9:30 a.m.

25

27

7
"Moving Up!"
Class Graduation
Luncheon
12:00 p.m.

8
You Can Heal
Your Life
7:00 p.m.

9
The Songs of
Kabir Class
7:00 p.m.

14

15

16
The Songs of
Kabir Class
7:00 p.m.

17 Easy Flow
Yoga 12:30 p.m.
Tai Chi 6:00 p.m.
Healing Light
Service 7:00 p.m.
24 Easy Flow
Yoga 12:30 p.m.
Tai Chi 6:00 p.m.
Healing Light
Service 7:00 p.m.

"Laughter Is
You Can Heal
The Best Medicine"
Your Life
Happiness Express
7:00 p.m.
Workshop 1:00 p.m.
V.I.P. Meeting 1:00 p.m.

21

22

23

"The Spirit of Joy"

You Can Heal

Your Life
7:00 p.m.

The Songs of
Kabir Class
7:00 p.m.

29
You Can Heal
Your Life
7:00 p.m.

30

Father's Day

28
"Give Up Suffering
and Get Joy"
"Forgive...For Real"
Workshop 1:00 p.m.

friday

11
Four Spiritual Laws
of Prosperity
7:00 p.m.

saturday
6
All Church Clean-Up
9:00 a.m.

12
13
"A Grek Tragedy"
Dinner and Theater
6:30 p.m.

26

Four Spiritual Laws Board of Trustees

Meeting
of Prosperity
6:30 p.m.
7:00 p.m.

June
31 Birthdays
6/1 Tom Aki
6/1 Patricia Gilmore
6/1 Ann Stutsman
6/4 Jeffery Buckner
6/5 Jack Peterson

6/6
6/6
6/10
6/11
6/12

Jon Fouch
Steve Sesanto
Helen Orban
Carl Bennitt
Anis Coltran

6/14
6/16
6/20
6/21
6/24

Wendy Skarupa
Mike Gallagher
Leila Feinberg
Monica Gump
Leri Smith

July Calendar of Events

sunday

monday

July Birthdays
7/1 Wilvesta Morgan
7/2 Mary Paine
7/8 Mary Filippelli
7/8 Jan Uebersetzig
7/12 Paula Cosio

7/11
7/14
7/14
7/17

tuesday
Diane Glock
Mara Arnold
Sandra Macis
Teresa Day

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5 "Let Freedom Ring!" 6

Independence Day BBQ You Can Heal
Noon
Your Life
7:00 p.m.
Visions In Progress

7
The Songs of
Kabir Class
7:00 p.m.

12
"Our Spiritual
Partnership"
Art Class
1:30 p.m.

14
The Songs of
Kabir Class
7:00 p.m.

Meeting 1:00 p.m.

19 "Infinite
Possibility"
Refraing Your Life
Workshop
1:00 p.m.

13
You Can Heal
Your Life
7:00 p.m.
20

21

You Can Heal

Your Life
7:00 p.m.

The Songs of
Kabir Class
7:00 p.m.

26

27

28

"Where Do I Begin"
Book Signing: Rev.
Sunshine Daye
Asilomar Retreat

Asilomar Retreat
You Can Heal
Your Life
7:00 p.m.

Asilomar Retreat

wednesday

thursday

1 Easy Flow
2
Yoga 12:30 p.m.
Four Spiritual Laws
of Prosperity
Tai Chi 6:00 p.m.
Healing Light Service 7:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m.

friday
3

saturday
4
Independence Day
Fireworks and
Picnic
7:00 p.m.

8 Easy Flow
9
10
11 Sacred Saturday
10:00 a.m.
Yoga 12:30 p.m.
Four Spiritual Laws
Dinner & Movie Night
of Prosperity
Tai Chi 6:00 p.m.
"The Peaceful
7:00
p.m.
Healing Light Service
Warrior" 6:30 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
15 Easy Flow
16
17
18
Yoga 12:30 p.m.
Four Spiritual Laws Board Meeting
Practitioner
6:30 p.m.
of Prosperity
Meeting
Tai Chi 6:00 p.m.
7:00
p.m.
9:30 a.m.
Healing Light Service
7:00 p.m.
22 Easy Flow
23
24
25
Yoga 12:30 p.m.
Asilomar Retreat
Asilomar Retreat
Tai Chi 6:00 p.m.
Healing Light Service
7:00 p.m.
11
29 Easy Flow
30
31
Yoga 12:30 p.m.
July Birthdays continued
Tai Chi 6:00 p.m.
7/19 Sharon Navarro
7/23 Peggy Huber
Healing Light Service
7/19 Monica Watson
7/26 Victoria Del
7:00 p.m.
Aguila
7/21 Carmen Valencia
Asilomar Retreat

CURRENT EVENTS
Movie Night

Movie Night

Join Rev. Kris for a wonderful family dinner and share the
movie The Animal Communicator. This movie explores
the possibility of interspecies communication and reviews
the work of Anna Breytenbach, who has dedicated her life
to this work. This is the first full length documentary film on
the art of animal communication. Friday, June 5 at 6:30 p.m.
Love Offering: $15.

Join Practitioner, Martha Bass as she hosts her first movie

night on Saturday, July 11 at 6:30 p.m. Martha will make
dinner and we will see the movie, The Peaceful Warrior by
Dan Millman. Then discuss the ideas presented in the movie.
Dan Millman is a Olympic gymnast, who has followed a
deeply spiritual path and become an acclaimed author on
the New Thought and Spiritual Journey. Love Offering $15.

All Church Clean Up

ASILOMAR RETREAT!!
July 24 to July 29

We love our church and we are fortunate to have this

beautiful property. Just like our homes, our spiritual home
needs a spring cleaning. Join Linda Cullerton, Jim
Montgomery and Rev. Kris as we do the things that need to
be done, from kitchen clean up to changing lights, washing
windows and cleaning the buildings, cleaning shelves and
offices. Your loving assistance makes the work fun. Saturday,
June 6 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Class Graduation
You are invited to our annual Class Graduation Luncheon
on Sunday, June 7. If you have taken a class during the last
year, be sure to attend to receive your certificates.

A Greek Tragedy
Playwright, Mara Arnold and her cast of improve. actors
(?) are at it again. Plan on attending a Greek Dinner & Tragedy
on Friday, June 12 at 6:30 p.m. Details to be revealed soon.

Fathers Day
Rev. Kris and the Cohen family have created a special
service for Fathers Day, Sunday, June 21.

Fireworks at Church
Join Rev. Kris and Jim for the fireworks that take place all
around our property. Bring a picnic and snacks to share. We
set up the tables, play games and enjoy the lights and good
company on Saturday, July 4 at 7 p.m.

Independence Day Barbeque

After last years successful retreat, Rev. Kris couldnt say

no to doing it again! This year we have reserved a meeting
room for 100 from Friday, July 24 to Wednesday morning,
July 29. Like last year, this is not a group registration. If you
are interested you can make reservations at Asilomar or any
of the wonderful motels, inns, or lodges in the area. You make
your reservations individually at the place of your choice.
You are responsible for your own meals (however, last year
we enjoyed going in groups together for dinner to varies
restaurants). Make your reservations for rooms quickly as this
is a popular vacation spot. The retreat itself is $65 (payable
to Rev. Kris) which covers the rental of the room and other
expenses.
To reserve a room at Asilomar, call 1 (888) 635-5310 and
press 2 for individual reservations or online at www.visitasilomar.com. Once you have reserved a room, please email
or call Rev. Kris for more information. (RevKrisC@aol.com or
626-963-4608) You can purchase meal packages with your
Asilomar reservations. There will be time to walk on the
dunes, enjoy the grounds and just have a few days of peace
and relaxations. All of our workshops are created by
Practitioners, Ministers and professional presenters covering
creativity, spirituality, and personal growth. All presenters are
working on a volunteer basis. (This is why the fee is so low.)
If you are interested in presenting please contact Rev. Kris.

Book Signing
Rev. Sunshine Daye will be our guest speaker on Sunday,
July 26 and will be signing her new book Begin Within A
Playbook for Living Your Genuine Life after service.

Join Jim Montgomery and company for our annual BBQ

on Sunday, July 5 after service. Bring your favorite side dish
to share in honor of Independence Day. Hamburgers, veggie
burgers, hot dogs, and hot links will be on the grill. Love
offering to assist with the cost of the food.

COORDINATOR'S CORNER
The Coordinators Corner introduces you to the departments previously featured at the annual October Family
Meeting. Each issue, some department coordinators will
explain how their area contributes to the success of our
Sanctuary. We hope this in-depth explanation shows the

volunteer opportunities available to all members. If something interests you, please contact that specific coordinator
to find how you can participate. All of their names and telephone numbers are listed on the back page of this newsletter.

COMING EVENTS
Mary Ekler in Concert

Labor Day Barbeque

Be sure to save Sunday, August 9 for a concert by Mary

Ekler! As she shares her music and the music she loves. You
will want to bring your family and friends! After church at
1:30 p.m. More information and advanced ticket sales in July.

Sunday September 6, bring your favorite side dish as we

say good bye to summer with the last BBQ of the season.
Hamburgers, veggie burgers, hot dogs, and hot links will be
on the grill. Love offering to assist with the cost of the food.

Finding Your Power Words

All Church Clean Up

This workshop has been created and facilitated by

Practitioner, Jan Uebersetzig to assist you in realizing the
words that have personal power for you, assisting you in your
affirmations and treatments as well as daily life. Sunday
August 23 at 1:30 p.m. $20.

Saturday, September 12, come help us get ready for our

guests for the Healing Arts Faire! 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Movie Night

Sixth Annual Healing Arts Faire

Saturday, September 26. Mark your calendar now, details
to follow.

Rev. Kris will host a dinner and movie night on Friday,

August 28 at 6:30 p.m. Movie to be announced.

CLASSES
Certificated Classes

Essential Ernest
Beginning Thursday, August 20, from 7 to 10 p.m., Rev.
Kris will be teaching The Essential Ernest Holmes class. The
book by the same name is the text for study in this eight week
class. The class will focus on the various collected writings
of Holmes that are collected in the book. This class offers an
intimate look at the man, including a chronology of his life
and works, and aims to frame the teaching of the Science of
Mind in an understandable manner for all students.
Foundation class is a prerequisite. Class tuition is $200 and
includes workbook and class registration fees.

Non-Certificated Classes

Four Spiritual Laws of Prosperity

Join Practitioner, Martha Bass for a book study of the
Edwene Gaines book, The Four Spiritual Laws of Prosperity.
Edwene Gaines is a renown prosperity teacher, who first transformed her own life from poverty to abundance, then dedicated her life to teaching prosperity laws to transform the
planet. She is a Unity Minister and was Rev. Kris first prosperity teacher. Explore these Spiritual Laws in a five week class
beginning on Thursday, June 11 from 7 - 9 p.m. $100.

The Songs of Kabir Mystical Poet of India

Explore the mystical poetry of Kabir of India. This 15th
century weaver-sage, a Mahatma like Gandhi, who
preached tolerance and understanding among the Hindus
and the Muslims of his time, and a lover, in love with the
Divine has left an incredible vision for our time. His Beloved
was not new or distant and It is for anyone to see, only if one
would open ones eyes and behold. Perhaps a sample with

speak more than my words:

This or that...
But in truth It is One Element that permeates everywhere!
Many different bodies, but it is One breath that blows in
all Beings!
O Brother
To Understand the secret of my heart,
Look within your own self!
Rev. Kris will be facilitating a study of the Songs of Kabir
for six Tuesday beginning June 9 from 7 - 9 p.m. Love
Offering $120.

Four Agreements
This class is based on the book The Four Agreements
byDon Miguel Ruiz. The class will focus on the Toltec wisdom
which sets you free from self-limiting beliefs that rob you of
joy and create needless suffering. When we practice 1) Being
impeccable with our word, 2) Not taking anything personally, 3) Not making assumptions and 4) always doing our
best; life becomes creative, powerful and peaceful. This 5
week class begins Tuesday, August 18 from 7 - 9 p.m. and is
facilitated by Rev. Kris. $100 tuition. Text: The Four
Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz.

Easy Flow Yoga

Juanita Rivas-Raymer teaches us how Easy Flow Yoga
moves gracefully from one posture to another with a focus
on your breathing. Juanita is an excellent instructor for all
levels of expertise and brings a gentle instruction to the
students. Yoga assists with balance, strength and focus and
is an ancient meditation practice which clears the mind. $10
a lesson or buy 10 for $80 (classes need not be in sequence).
Wednesdays from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Bring your Yoga Mat if
you have one (there will be a limited number of mats available for use if you dont have one.)

SUMMER WORKSHOPS
Happiness Express
Discover ways to put greater joy and wonder in your
everyday life. No matter what youre going through, you
deserve happiness. Well uncover ideas to create a richer experience happy moments, good memories, and a feeling of
well-being. Come prepared for fun and let your inner light
shine. This happy class has been created and is facilitated by
Dr. Carol Bliss on Sunday, June 14 from 1 to 3 p.m. $15 P.S.
There will be a little improv. Discover the laughs and joy
improv can bring to the soul.

Forgive... for real!

There is nothing like the power of forgiveness to free you
from the past and cause a better future. At this workshop you
will discover what forgiveness is and what it isnt. You will
learn your part in the equation (which is much simpler than
you think), and gain practical tools that immediately activate this mystical practice. Can you imagine walking through
your days with your mind free of resentments or rehashing
the past? Can you dream of being so mentally and emotionally clear that you effortlessly attract what your heart desires?
Forgiveness is the way! Join me. This workshop by guest
speaker and author Rev. Mark Anthony Lord will be presented
on Sunday, June 28 at 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. $25 love offering.
Mark Anthony Lords book, Thou Shall Not Suffer, 7 steps to a
life of JOY, will be available for sale in Harmony Hall. Mark
Anthony will show you the patterns of suffering that must
be released so true joy can be experienced and expressed.
Youll be amazed at whats in your way and how easy it is to
let it go!

Getting to
the Point
Artist and Practitioner,
Leri Smith will be offering
her next art class on
Sunday, July 12 at 1:30 p.m. In the Getting to the Point Art
and Meditation Workshop, we will learn Stippling, an art
technique using small dots of various sizes, to create a beautiful portrait. Class fee includes materials: $25.

Reframing Your Life

Is your current frame too small for your current life? Very
possibly. Terri Thayer R.Sc.P. created this very interactive
workshop that includes games, meditation and tools for
seeing the bigger picture. We all get comfy, cozy with
where we are, but the divine creative power within is always
saying, Reach, Stretch, Look, See, BE! Bring a few of your
favorite vacation photos. Sunday, July 19, 1-4 p.m. Love
offering, $25.Practitioner Terri Thayer Sunday, July 19 at
1:30 p.m.

ENLIGHTENED MIND BOOKSTORE

We are a vibrant, loving community and inspirational
resource for spiritual awakening and personal growth And
that is what The Enlightened Mind Bookstore is, a great
resource to the participants of our church. We stock books
based in the philosophy of the Science of Mind and Religious
Science. These include the books by Ernest Holmes, the
founder of Religious Science. These resources help provide
a basis for redefining your life, and give you a foundational
lift in your Spiritual Life. We also provide the books for the
classes given by our spiritual leaders. We primarily use the
distributor DeVorss which is metaphysical resource for books
& CDs to order books.
We have books, and CDs of inspirational music & meditations. You can also order a CD of any service just by filling
out the order card at the bookstore desk, and then we ask
the technicians to make a copy for you.
We carry the current monthly Science of Mind Magazine.
And we are lucky to have several talented artisans from our
own spiritual community that sell their wares at the bookstore; so look for that special gift at the bookstore first. Just
to mention a few: We have craft items from Laura Miles,
jewelry from Monica Gump and I have copies of hand
painted cards. David Kline Lovett has CDs of his flute music.
Pat McKee has beautiful healing crystals & rocks. Tina Meeks
CDs are available. We have so many talented church

members and people that join us for workshops and talks.

Come browse the bookstore for that special itemwaiting
just for you to discover.
The bookstore depends on volunteers to run on Sundays
and Wednesdays we need some volunteers to cover some
of these weeks it is just one week a month so if you like
books and music and meeting and helping people see
me we have simplified the process and a short session
training is available.
Speaking of volunteers, they keep the bookstore open as
a wonderful spiritual resource to our church. So much appreciation and thanks to Mary Brack, Bridget Muradian, Agnos
Dubos, and Judy Mathis for their volunteer service. We
appreciate your consistent and tireless effort and the
wonderful service you provide to our spiritual community.
On Wednesdays evenings we need volunteers to work
in the bookstore
On Sunday Mornings we have: Mary Brack, Bridget
Muradian, Agnes Dobos, and Judy Mathis.
We need Alternates to call and fill in when someone
cannot make it
Perhaps YOU can be a part of our bookstore volunteers
and contribute to your church community see me soon
Thanks to all of you for keeping the bookstore as a resource
for our community.

PRACTITIONERS CORNER
LICENSED RELIGIOUS SCIENCE PRACTITIONERS
Practitioners have been described as the healing arm of the
church. Our practitioners embrace the entire congregation with
their loving consciousness, uplifting and serving through healing
prayer treatment. Healing Prayer Treatment is the conscious,
active recognition of Spiritual presence, Spiritual Force, Spiritual
Law and Spiritual Order. When we make prayer treatment an
integral part of our lives, we experience a greater sense of order
and harmony in every aspect of our being. The Ministry of Prayer
is made up of licensed Religious Science Practitioners who are
dedicated to daily prayer treatment for those individuals who have
requested assistance. If you are experiencing a personal challenge,

you may request healing prayer treatment through our Ministry

of Prayer. The prayer box, along with prayer request envelopes, is
located in the church lobby. If you prefer to receive prayer on an
individual basis, Practitioners are available each Sunday after
service in the healing center. Treatment through the Ministry of
Prayer is offered free of charge, though your love donations and
feedback are very welcome! Remember, in God all things are
possible!
We serve life not because it is broken,
but because it is Holy! Anonymous

Available by Appointment
Joan Anderson . . . . . . . .(626) 337-6271
Martha Bass . . . . . . . . . .(626) 375-5158
Sharron Clark, Emeritus (661) 943-1068
Rene Cornwell . . . . . . . .(661) 949-9439
Linda Cullerton . . . . . . .(909) 374-4120
Kellie Mulhern-Davis,
Prayer Coordinator . .(909) 456-9225
Nohra DeFrancisco . . . .(626) 963-8639
Sadhna Dehler . . . . . . . .(626) 818-4765
Marilyn Fouch . . . . . . . .(909) 392-9667

Ryan Fowler . . . . . . . . . .(909) 436-6308

Diane Glock . . . . . . . . . .(626) 966-9506
Anabel Gonzalez . . . . . .(626) 825-0461
Monica Gump . . . . . . . .(626) 858-2787
Merry Hercules . . . . . . .(626) 222-8221
Corinne Kemp . . . . . . . .(626) 331-6163
David Kline Lovett . . . . .(714) 979-9988
Pat McKee . . . . . . . . . . .(909) 599-4229
James Montgomery . . . .(626) 852-9592
John Morgan . . . . . . . . .(909) 936-4467

Dale Quasny . . . . . . . . .(626) 332-7274

Jill Roberts . . . . . . . . . . .(805) 451-2886
Wendy Skarupa,
Prayer Coordinator . .(909) 620-0232
Leri Smith . . . . . . . . . . .(310) 429-2250
Terri Thayer . . . . . . . . . .(626) 421-8477
Jan Uebersetzig . . . . . . .(626) 344-6219
Kim Weathers . . . . . . . .(562) 665-5658
Maureen Welch . . . . . . .(626) 966-8166
Robert Welch . . . . . . . . .(626) 966-8166

Treatment For June by Wendy Skarupa, R.Sc.P.

As weather patterns fluctuate throughout the month, let
us know there is that which never changes. There is a Presence
that is all powerful, all knowing, everywhere, equally present.
This is a Power for Good. The Changeless is Spirit, Divine
Intelligence, Order, Harmony, Love, and Life Itself!
I am in Perfect Union with Spirit. I allow myself to be
supported and uplifted by the Vitality of Energy flowing
through my body. I am aware of my Oneness with each one I
encounter as we share the same air, Beauty of surroundings,
and Joy of Life.
Divine Love is ever present and expresses through me
through my vibrant smile, the spring in my step, and Joy for
Life. Although Spirit is Changeless, my life and affairs shift
according to the thoughts I choose. So, as I change my
thinking, I change my life. Anything unlike Love, Joy, and

Vitality simply falls away. As days grow longer, I can choose a

Summer of work or a Summer of play. I choose to embrace
the Sun and celebrate Light. I am warmed and enlivened. I
bask in the glow of Love. I delight in the Divine Romance. I
invite Spiritual Marriage. I am at Peace.
I give thanks for knowing there is a Power for Good, and I
can use it. I give thanks knowing, without a doubt, the Creator
is active in my life and responds to my words of conviction. I
give thanks feeling the depths of how thoroughly I am loved.
I am so grateful knowing all is well.
So, with complete confidence in Divine Intelligence as my
partner in Life, I freely let go.
So It is!
Amen

Treatment For July by Terri Thayer, R.Sc.P.

God is. Two small words I use to convey the majesty, power,
love, creativity, and everlasting presence of the Divine Mind.
This Mind continues to create all I see, feel and touch. As I
stand at the end of Spring, surrounded by life renewing Itself,
I know God is.
With absolute certainty, I know I was created so this Divine
Intelligence can express Itself in infinite ways. I am one with
the opulence, creativity and love of God. In this season I call
Spring-into-Summer, everything is fresh and new and
bursting with joy and life. This season is also reflected in my
Life. I see with fresh eyes and spring forth into each day. And
just as I am One with this Divine season, I am One with
everyone and everything I see. At this time when everything
is new, I claim the gifts of this season for myself and everyone

reading this treatment.

My creative ideas are a blessing to the world. I am joy and
enthusiasm. I am guided, protected and directed by the Christ
within. My faith constantly expands because I am continually using it. I am fearless. I have boundless energy. I am a Child
of God.
With gratitude for every person, place and situation in my
life, I say, Thank you. Thank you. Thank you because I know
all things are always working together for my highest good and
I am always living my highest and best life.
With absolute faith and great exuberance, I fling these words
into the Law of God, because I know this Law can only and
always say YES! It is already so. And so it is, because God is.

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SERVICE INFORMATION
SUNDAY CELEBRATION SERVICE . . . . . . .11:00 a.m.
SUNDAY MEDITATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10:30 a.m.
HEALING LIGHT SERVICE WEDNESDAY . . . . . . .7:00 p.m.

Your
Board of Trustees
Rev. Kristina Collins, Chaplain
and Ministry of Prayer . .(626) 963-4608
Wilvesta Morgan Jr., President
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(626) 919-0737
Kellie Mulhern-Davis, Vice President
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(909) 456-9225
Peggy Huber, Secretary & Technology
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(818) 271-0369
Victoria Del Aguila, Treasurer
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(818) 516-5511
Leri Smith, Trustee
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(310) 429-2250
Linda Cullerton, Building & Grounds
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(909) 374-4120

Your
Ministerial Staff
Minister
Rev. Kristina Collins . . . .(626) 963-4608
Assistant Minister
Rev. Carol Bliss . . . . . . .(562) 216-0019

Coordinating Council
Bookstore
Dale Quasny . . . . . . .(626) 332-7274

Newsletter
Terri Thayer . . . . . . . .(626) 421-8477
Rental Coordinator
Jim Montgomery . . . (626) 852-9592

Building & Grounds

Linda Cullerton . . . . .(909) 374-4120
Cyndi Mulhern . . . . . (909) 319-2668
Computer Committee
Ryan Fowler . . . . . . . (909) 436-6308
Flower Calendar Coordinator
Bridget Muradian . . . (626) 338-2095
Hospital Visitation
John Morgan . . . . . . (909) 936-4467
Ministry of Prayer
Kellie Mulhern-Davis .(909) 456-9225
Wendy Skarupa . . . . . (909) 620-0232

Sound Coordinator
Linda Cullerton . . . . .(909) 374-4120
SSL Endowment Committee
Wilvesta Morgan, Jr. .(626) 919-4608
James Kilgore . . . . . . .(909) 593-7332
Sunday Hospitality Coordinator
Joan Anderson . . . . . .(626) 337-6271
Sunday Welcome Team Coordinator
Terri Thayer . . . . . . . .(626) 421-8477
Visions In Progress
Kellie Mulhern-Davis .(909) 456-9225
CJ Valdez . . . . . . . . . .(909) 803-8053
Youth & Family Ministry
Jill Roberts . . . . . . . . .(805) 451-2886

Church Office
Terri Thayer, Church Administrator
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 2:00 5:00 p.m.
CHURCH TELEPHONE: (626) 332-6838 FAX: (626) 859-2783
E-Mail: RevKrisC@aol.com Web Site: SOMCHURCH.org