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Most
people don't want religion. . .
They
want Spirituality.
Could
this be what you think?
I don't need to
be "saved"…I was never lost.
The Bible, written,
edited, interpreted and translated by men, is not the Word of God. It
is a book using inspiring, interesting dreams, parables and stories
depicting man's spiritual quest, but strongly flavored with the customs
and cultures of almost two centuries ago.
Jesus' teachings
are very relevant and useful for the 21st Century, as are the teachings
of many other Divinely inspired men and women. Jesus was the great example
not the great exception.
Dogma is for people
who need structure and someone to teach them right from wrong. We are
not born sinners. We are made in the image and likeness of God. We have
the potential for Wholeness and are responsible for our choices, actions,
experiences and the results they create.
Here's
what we think…
There is no devil.
God is all there is in the Universe. There is only One Power and that
is God. God is Intelligence, Energy, Love, Abundance, Nature and Creativity.
Each human being is a creation of God, made in Its image and likeness,
with the choice of how to use the Laws of the Universe for good or evil.
Evil is the creation of man and is expressed by man as a result of his
belief that he is separate from his good, his God.
God is not human,
and has no gender or limiting human emotions such as anger, wrath, vengefulness,
or jealousy. God does not ever deny us or punish us but has provided
the Law of Cause and Effect that says that whatever we believe, we create.
We experience the consequences of this freedom of choice, never punishment
by God.
The "Word"
of God is the great Causative Power of the Universe. God is eternally
initiating the Divine Creative Process. Since the human spirit is One
with Universal Spirit, our thought is creative and we re-enact in microcosm
the Divine Creative Process in our lives
.
Here's
what we are…
Our daily devotion
is to discover God within us and to reveal more of our true spiritual
nature and potential.
People of all religions
attend our church and are welcome to become members or not.
We are ready to
greet you if you are ready to step onto a new and fulfilling spiritual
path that fulfills human needs in the 21st century.
We are a New Thought
church with Transcendentalist relatives such as Emerson, Whitman and
Coleridge.
Here's
what we're not…
Famous Times Square hotel section of New York City.
We do not teach
you what to think. We support independent, positive, life-giving, affirmative
thinking as the approach to even the most difficult of life situations.
We are not a cult devoted to or obsessed with a person or a principle.
We do not worship a leader or a book, nor do we look to UFO's, crystals,
tarot cards or even Jesus to save us. We deplore judgment and prejudice
toward any people no matter what their race, religion or sexual orientation.
We do not proselytize,
evangelize or attempt to convert anyone. We are not the same as Christian
Science and we have no association with Scientology. We are not a "New
Age" church.
Here's
who we are…
Our Church, The
Center for Creative & Conscious Living, has been serving the community
for nearly 20 years.
We are a United
Religious Science affiliate. This movement was founded in 1927 by Dr.
Ernest Holmes. Hundreds of our churches can be found across America,
Canada, Mexico, Europe, Australia, Russia and Africa.
Our Senior Minister,
Reverend Diane Borcyckowski, is a dynamic speaker, gifted teacher and
compassionate counselor. She has served our Church for the last ten
of her twelve years in the ministry. Her message always reflects a sincere
desire to enlighten and assist all of us in identifying our own self-worth
and unlimited spiritual potential. She truly believes that Religious
Science is not just another religion, it is a Power-filled Way of Life.
Here's
what we do…
Each Sunday we
hold Celebration Services at 10 a.m. for adults. Children's church and
nursery are held at the same time.
Our Minister presents
a positive, pragmatic and uplifting message supported by the inspiring
music of our professional singers, musicians and choir.
We teach classes
in how to use the power of our thought, affirmative prayer (as opposed
to begging-beseeching prayer), and meditation techniques. We produce
workshops, seminars and classes in all areas of life with topics on
Relationships, Creative Potential, Prosperity, and Self-Esteem to name
a few.
Our Ministry of
Prayer is staffed with ordained ministers and licensed professional
practitioners who offer prayer and spiritual counseling. Healing is
the most important aspect of our church's purpose.
Special holiday
programs, services and activities are provided for the entire family
as well as social excursions to theatres, concerts, museums and zoos.
Contemporary and
traditional weddings, union ceremonies, christenings, memorial services
and blessings are provided (at the Church or your location).
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