Joyful News. July/August 2017 Volume XXi, No. 7 (Rev)

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1 Joyful News 1 July/August 2017 Volume XXi, No. 7 (Rev) Open Communication and Compassion The intention to communicate openly lies at the heart of community. Open communication arises when people feel secure in who they are. Being comfortable with oneself leads to compassion which is love in action. Clear intentions hold us together both as individuals and as a congregation. When we identify and commit ourselves to a clear intention, we lay the framework for internal congruence. A singleness of purpose influences every dimension of our lives. Our whole being coalesces around our intention. We tap into a power greater than ourselves. We start to live in the zone and the Universe rushes in to support us. Sports heroes illustrate the power of personal intention, intention with commitment. When asked, athletes speak of having a drive to attain an overarching goal. They are committed. Often it is an ambitious goal. It could be to create a new personal best in the next contest, or to qualify and win state finals or to qualify for the Olympics. I recently heard Cyrus Hostetler speak at the 2017 graduation ceremonies at his alma mater, Newberg High School. He spoke of the many physical injuries that could have stopped him from competing. Because of commitment to his Woodland Chapel Celebrates Joy! In One Spirit, One Life, One World! Rev. Maur Horton, Senior Minister intention, he qualified to throw the javelin in the PanAm games and in the Olympic games in 2012 and He said: if he, an average student and an average athlete could reach great heights, so could each of the graduating seniors, albeit in their respective chosen endeavors. One of the highest intentions we can form as an individual is one of compassionate service. Once we are committed to compassion, we can let our love spring into action. Action arises from compassion. Talk about clear and open communication and about compassionate service! Recently Woodland Chapel hosted oral panels for four people who took the final step to become Practitioners. Three were from Eugene Center and one from our Center. I served on three of the panels. We heard life stories in which each candidate has formed the clear intention to serve others through prayer and action. Spiritual mind treatment or positive prayer work is the basis for each of them. Their life journeys illustrate Paul s admonition in 1 Thessalonians: Rejoice always, pray without ceasing and give thanks in all circumstances. Each of the four identified specific areas of sacred service: (Continued on page 2) Woodland Chapel Spirit s Church!

2 2 July/August youth ministry, teaching adult on-line classes, serving as a role model for young adults and making church fun through music. There is a lesson in all of this for us. As a congregation our intentions are to help each person reveal their spiritual magnificence and to help the world work for everyone. We do this when we live our spiritual values. Open communication and compassion are two of these values. Each of us expresses our intentions when we serve our Center and our world through our work and our volunteering. We benefit ourselves and our communities. We grow in the ability to show love. We contribute to peace and harmony in our families, our community, our nation and in our world. Let s do it! Let s allow our best intentions to be our reality. Here is a way to get there: meditate until reaching clarity about your intentions and open yourself to Spirit in prayer. As we do this, we see the path. Divine Love infuses us. We bring divine right action into our world. We are a community of open communication and compassion. Namaste, Rev Maur Applause We recognize and thank the following people: Candy Willimann, Sue Rawson, and Madeline Osborne for providing the Spaghetti Dinner & Movie night fundraiser. Pete Dane and Phyllis Kerrr for braving 100º heat to work in the Meditation Garden on June 24. Special thanks to our ministry team: Rev Maur, Rev Don, Rev Julie, and Kathy Prather for participating in the oral panel exams for four new practioners, including Ruth TenEyck. And thank you to Rev Linda Finley, who also participated. Vicki Tournay, Phyllis Kerr, and Madeline Osborne for their teamwork on kitchen duty for our June potluck. July Theme- Open Communication We communicate openly with each other in an atmosphere of collaboration and inclusion. Books: Gracism David A. Anderson, Blink Malcolm Gladwell August Theme- Love, Compassion and Caring We embrace Love as the Self-Givingness of God to all creation, moving through us into expression as compassion, caring, mutual respect and kindness. We express interest in and support for the well-being of ourselves and others. We express unconditional love when observing the suffering of others and do what we can to give aid and show compassion. Books: Through the Flames Alan Lokos, The Kindness Handbook Sharon Salzberg

3 3 CONGRATULATIONS TO RUTH TENEYCK, RScP! Ruth has completed her educational requirements and passed the written exam and oral panels on June 24. She is now a fully licensed practitioner. We acknowledge her dedication and persistence in achieving her goal. Well Done, Ruth! SUMMER S HERE! TIME FOR OUR TWO OUTDOOR SUNDAY CELEBRATION SERVICES JULY 16 & AUGUST 20 July 16 will also be a barbecue potluck Sunday. Be sure and sign up to bring friends and family. BRING YOUR OUTDOOR CHAIRS IF YOU HAVE THEM. UPCOMING GARDEN WORK PARTY DATES Saturdays, July 22 and August 12 from 9:30 to Noon Come be a part of a team to show our grounds some love and care. Many hands make light work. SINGALONG THERAPY WORKSHOP FOR ALHEIMER S & DEMENTIA Sunday, Aug. 27th, 1-2:30pm Author and jazz and blues vocalist Cheryl Hodge is a pioneer of Singalong Therapy. She provides training for caregivers and family. Workshop will include warm-up techniques, followed by a singalong (with cueing techniques). Attendees should include Alzheimer s & dementia patients and their caregivers and/or friends and family. Workshop starts at 1:00pm. Caregivers are encouraged to bring along guitars. Questions/answers at the beginning and end of workshop. For more info go to cherylhodge.com Phone for CSL: (503) Donations accepted MONTHLY THEMES FOR CENTERS FOR SPIR- ITUAL LIVING July August September October November December Open Communication Love, Compassion and Caring Community Service Love as Safety Financial Health and Prosperity Integrity

4 JULY 2017 Kind words can be short and easy to speak but their echoes are truly endless. - Mother Teresa Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 30 10:30am Meditation Service 31 PLEASE NOTE CHANGES TO SUMMER OFFICE HOURS :30am Meditation Service 3 NO CLASS 4 INDEPENDENCE DAY HOLIDAY 7:00pm NA Narcotics Anon 5 Office Closed :30am Meditation Service 12:45pm BOARD MEETING 7:00 pm AA 10 6:00 8:30pm Hermetic Principles 11 7:00pm NA Narcotics Anon 12 10:15 Ministry Team 13 10:am Department Heads :30am Meditation 12:30 Intro to Spiritual Living OUTDOOR SERVICE BBQ POTLUCK 4:00 pm Concert 17 6:00 8:30pm Hermetic Principles 18 7:00pm NA Narcotics Anon 19 Office Closed Garden Work Party 9:30 to Noon 23 10:30am Meditation 24 6:00 8:30pm Hermetic Principles (last class) 25 7:00pm NA Narcotics Anon :00-2::00 Office Hours 10am Department heads 1:30 3:00 Artist s Way 8::00pm Under 30 AA 28 29

5 AUGUST 2017 Kindness is the language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see. - Mark Twain Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 6 10:30am Meditation Service 13 10:30am Meditation Service 12:45pm BOARD MEETING 7:00 pm AA :00 NA Narcotics Anon 8 7:00 NA Narcotics Anon 15 7:00 NA Narcotics Anon 2 10:15 Ministry Team 9 10:15 Ministry Team :am Department Heads 17 10:00-1:30 Office Hours 4 6:00am yoga Garden Work Party 9:30 - Noon 19 4 July/August 20 10:30am Meditation 12:30 Intro to Spiritual Living OUTDOOR SERVICE BBQ POTLUCK 27 10:30am Meditation Singalong Wprkshop 1:00-2:30 21 ) :00 NA Narcotics Anon 29 7:00 NA Narcotics Anon am Department heads 31 1:00-2::00 Office Hours 1:30 3:00 Artist s Way 8::00pm Under 30 AA 25 26

6 Woodland Chapel July 2017 Kay Elling - July 1 Dave Daniels - July 16 Mariah Forrest - July 17 Rev Maur - July 21 Rev Mary Midkiff - July 26 We like celebrating with you. To join our birthday list and receive greetings, fill out the form located in the Library. Ministry of Prayer To contact any of the following people, leave a message at Woodland Chapel (503) Reverend Maur Horton Reverend Julie Applegate Practitioner Ruth TenEyck Reverend Don Kerr Practitioner Kathy Prather JULY SUNDAY CELEBRATIONS July 2 - Rev Julie Applegate Meditation: Rev Julie Multicultural America Music: Darcy and Brent July 9 - Rev Maur Horton Meditation: Kathy Prather, RScP From Racism to Gracism Music: Donna and Terry July 16 - Rev Maur/Rev Don OUTDOOR SERVICE Prejudices And Sins Music: Blaine Moody July 23 - Rev Bobby Lee Meditation: Ruth TenEyck Honoring Our Differences Music: Darcy and Brent July 30 - Rev Marcia Pearce Meditation: Rev Don The Art of Inclusion Music: Christine and Randy

7 5 PLEASE NOTE SUMMER OFFICE HOUR CHANGES ON THE CALENDAR AUGUST BIRTHDAYS Phyllis Kerr - 8/10 Stan Mills - 8/14 Diana Szabo - 8/25 Claire Fuller - 8/28 We like celebrating with you. To join our birthday list and receive greetings, fill out the form located in the Library. Ministry of Prayer To contact any of the following people, leave a message at Woodland Chapel (503) Reverend Maur Horton Reverend Julie Applegate Practitioner Ruth TenEyck Reverend Don Kerr Practitioner Kathy Prather AUGUST SUNDAY CELEBRATIONS August 6 - Rev Maur Horton Meditation: Ruth TenEyck Compassion in Action Music: Donna and Terry August 13 - Rev Don Kerr Meditation: Rev Don Accepting What Is Music: Darcy and Brent August 20 - Rev Don/Rev Julie OUTDOOR SERVICE Kindness Toward Ourselves Music: Rebecca and John August 27 - Rev Julie Meditation: Rev Julie Being Kind in a Cruel World Music: Blaine

8 6 July/August. ROBYN SHELBY S Class Project for Principles of Successful Living This is my journey to discover my soul I am not separate, but part of the Whole I search beyond ego, that mask that I wear And find the True Power that all things share When I am silent, I will hear I am one with the Self, there is no fear Silence is grace, it reveals the way To be in connection with Spirit each day Today I won t struggle, I will not judge I accept this moment, and drop any grudge This moment is perfect in every way In present awareness is where I will stay I step blissfully into the unknown The place of all possibilities, the Zone I let go of my comfortable past And experience magic and mystery at last How can I serve? is the answer I seek In silence spirit will show me a peek In this place of connection, I discover my Talent With love I serve all, the meek and the valiant WE ARE RAISING FUNDS FOR THE PAINTING OF THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE CHAPEL IN OBSERVANCE OF OUR 6OTH BIRTHDAY ON NOVEMBER 17. Please mark your check as dedicated to the Building Fund. Thank You Science of Mind Magazine s 90th Anniversary Spirit at Sea Cruise Sunday, January 28 to Saturday, February 3, 2018 $250 Deposit is refundable to hold space until full payment is due (approx October 31, 2017) Key note speakers: Dr Roger Teel, Dr David Goldberg, Erica Teel, Rev Temple Hayes, Rev Michael Gott, Crystal Davis and Rick Finbow

9 7 The Vision of The Centers for Spiritual Living A world that works for everyone. Our Mission Woodland Chapel promotes Spirit-centered living by teaching principles that heal the mind and body, expand prosperity, and nurture relationships in an inclusive, joyous community. Schedule of Sunday Services 10:30am Meditation led by a Practitioner Sanctuary 11:00am Community Celebration Sanctuary 10:30 to Noon Childcare and Junior Church Classroom downstairs Junior Church Youth Church can always benefit from those who enjoy working with children. If that is you, please speak with Rev Maur or Candy Willimann. Rev. Maur Horton Rev. Don Kerr Rev Julie Applegate Kathy Prather, RScP Ruth TenEyck, RScP Candy Willimann Ruth TenEyck Donna Stephens Vicki Tournay Brian Putnam Madeline Osborne Rev Maur Horton WOODLAND CHAPEL 582 High Street, SE Salem, OR (503) woodlandchapel@gmail.com Ministerial Staff Board of Trustees Senior Minister Assistant Minister Staff Minister Practitioner Practitioner President Vice-President Treasurer Secretary Chapel Staff Candy Willimann Office Staff Kathy Prather, RScP Library Ruth TenEyck, RScP Wedding Coordinator Newsletter Editor Cathy Daniels Associate Editor cddaljo@yahoo.com OFFICE HOURS Wednesdays 10:00-11:45am Thursdays 10:00-2:00 Other times By appointment All article and event submissions for next month s issue are due by the third Sunday of this month. Articles should be typed and ed to cddaljo@yahoo.com Or leave your article in the Newsletter Editor s mail slot to the right of the church office. Sacred Giving We believe that abundance flows in all directions when we give. It not only blesses and prospers where our money goes, but abundance comes back to us. Give, and it shall be given unto you; good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over (Luke 6:38) Thus we practice tithing to our spiritual home. Giving can also be part be of our overall financial plan. A bequest in a will or trust can be a powerful way to extend your love for generations to come through our community.

10 Office Hours Wednesdays: 10:00-11:45 am Thursdays: 10:00-2:00 pm Senior Minister Hours: Wednesdays: 10:00-4:00 pm Thursdays: 10:00-4:00 pm Monday, Tuesday and Friday by appointment We don t want to be your junk mail. If you wish to be removed from the mailing list, please check the box below, and put just the half sheet in an envelope and mail it back to us. Thank you. Woodland Chapel P.O. Box 2103 Salem, OR Let all that you do be done with love. 1 Corinthians 16:14 8 July/August JULY SPIRITUAL MIND TREATMENT As I breathe, I remember that God is my Source. As I arise in the morning, I remember that God is Energy. As I step into the shower, eat my breakfast, brush my teeth, I remember that God is Wholeness. As I plan my day, I remember that God is Infinite Intelligence. As I greet other people, animals, or tend to my plants, I remember that God is Love. As I write, draw, play or work, I remember that God is Creativity. As I meditate or pray, I remember that I am the Peace Within. As I interact with others, I remember that I am Harmony. As I find pleasure in the things that I do, I remember that I am Joy. As I serve others in any capacity, I remember that I am Compassion. As I see flowers, trees, oceans, mountains, I remember that I am Beauty. As I live, move and have my being, I remember that I am Freedom. What I know for myself I know for everyone As I am mindful of all that God is, I remember that God is Abundance. I am blessed to experience all the Abundance that God is: Source, Energy, Wholeness, Intelligence, Love, Creativity, Peace, Harmony, Joy, Compassion, Beauty, Freedom. These are the qualities that enrich our lives. I see every heart and mind open to receive them. Awareness is the key, and I pray for this awareness for family, friends, and all people around the world, especially those in leadership positions. I am grateful to have this awareness. On behalf of all who join with me in Spirit, I release my awareness into the Creative Energy that is God. And so it is.