Exploring Spiritual Study at the Center

Did you know that the Center has a dedicated Scholarship Fund for our Core classes?  We know that sometimes money might be a barrier, and because of this we have scholarships and work study programs available so that you can join our classes regardless of your financial circumstances.  If you would like to apply for a scholarship or work-study discount for our upcoming Art of Spiritual Mind Treatment class in May, you can do so below. Money doesn't have to be a barrier, and we look forward to seeing you in class! Apply for a Scholarship or Work Study CSL Santa Rosa Scholarships The Art and Science of Spiritual Mind Treatment, with Elias Owens, RScP -- May 2nd on Zoom from 6:30pm to 8:30pm. Register here!

Many people feel a deep longing for something more than a well-balanced life. It is as if some significant component of their being is not finding expression–that of living a spiritual life. Living a spiritual life in today's contemporary world can be a challenge. Not everybody can retire to a mountaintop or spend many hours every day in devotional practices. For the average person, a straightforward guide to incorporating spiritual practices in everyday life must take into consideration the fast pace of modern living within the ordinary demands of a career, family, and recreation. This practical guide for spiritual living acknowledges that you may already have a very busy life. It offers manageable options for you to be able to begin incorporating powerful spiritual practices into your routine, with the hope that in their simplicity, they will find a permanent place in your schedule. Through the regular ongoing application of these practices, you may also become convinced that liv...

“Spiritual Mind Treatment is the most profoundly deepening practice because it marries the mystical experience of Oneness to the metaphysical power of co-creation.” This is a quote from the “Art and Science of Spiritual Mind Treatment” curriculum. I am excited to be teaching this course, as I love witnessing students as they discover the transformative power of Spiritual Mind Treatment. This course offers a thorough exploration of the 5 steps of treatment and the principles behind each step. It is an opportunity to cultivate a spiritual consciousness through the practice of this powerful form of prayer. I love guiding students in discovering what makes for the most effective treatment for them personally, such as, the best words and phrasing for affirmations, or connecting to the feeling ‘tone’ of each step. Spiritual Mind Treatment is both an Art and a Science. It is truly a beautiful and inspiring experience to witness students as they benefit from the spiritual practice of this form...

  One aspect of Spiritual Study at our Center that is perhaps different than other educational settings is that we shift where we place our educational focus. In a traditional classroom--whether as an adult or as a child--our focus tends to be on outer curiosity . This is curiosity about the world around us, and takes the form of reading books, listening to lectures, and learning from our peers. The emphasis is on learning about something outside ourselves.  At the Center, we practice outer curiosity in a similar way through our classes and Sunday talks, but with an additional emphasis on cultivating a deeper inner curiosity. Why? Because everything that our classes teach is ultimately in service of us empowering our consciousness. We know that if we can change our beliefs, then we can change our lives for the better. This type of work requires us to become vulnerable, though--vulnerable in the sense that we must become willing to look within, even if at first we're not happy ...

“Change Your Thinking, Change Your Life” is one of my favorite classes.  When I facilitate this class, I see my students discover their own ability to fulfill their dreams and to work out or resolve things that might be challenging in their lives. So that no matter what they want to experience, they can know that they have the right and the ability within themselves to attain it. Students report that as they gain greater awareness of Spirit’s presence within, everything in their life and world becomes more effortless. It becomes possible to move beyond limitations or restrictions from their past. They feel naturally supported in all that they do. I get so excited to hear them share how they feel more joy, more happiness, and how they gain the ability to do less while accomplishing more. One big secret from this class is how it teaches us to understand divine timing. This is a fantastic gift for everyone because it teaches us how to prepare today for what we want in our lives tomorr...