Say yes to life and see how life suddenly starts working for you rather than against you. Eckhart Tolle

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1 THEME FOR 2017: The Year of Yes Say yes to life and see how life suddenly starts working for you rather than against you. Eckhart Tolle Welcome! Thank you for joining our Celebration today. We are honored by your presence. Member, Centers for Spiritual Living

2 Early Service 9:30 10:00 am Welcome and Opening Prayer Message Offertory and Closing Meditation 10:00 10:15 am Celebration Service 10:30 am Opening Songs Please greet your neighbors Children s Song Welcome Meditation Song and Prayer Special Music Message Offertory Announcements Closing Song

3 THE YEAR OF YES! May 2017 Vein of Gold Sunday, May 7, :30 The Creative Process 10:30 Vein of Gold Practitioner of the Day Ace Szymanski Rev. Erin Marie Szymanski IT S LIKE THIS: Saturday, May 13 th, at 2:00 family and friends of Marge Moench are invited to come to the Center for Spiritual Living to remember and celebrate her life. The service will be followed by a potluck meal. If you would like to tell a story about Marge and your relationship with her, we would love it! (Note, we are not talking about sharing poems, we want stories and impressions of Marge.) Please let us know and we ll make sure time is available. We would like to keep the formal part of the event to less than an hour so plan on 3-4 minutes for your story. LIFT OFF CONNECTION TEAM A Four-Week Class Starting Tuesday, June 6 6:00-7:30 PM Have you ever wondered why our community seems so welcoming? Well, we are doing that on purpose, and we invite you to come play with us in the field of community and connection! We will be offering a four-week Lift Off course for those interested in joining the Connection Team (affectionately known as the heart people). The class will meet every Tuesday in June, starting on June 6, for an hour and a half. The topics are fabulous, the company the best! There is no cost but a full commitment is required!

4 THE PATH OF THE ELDER From Age-ing to Sage-ing Wednesday, May 31, from 6:00-8:00 What does it mean to walk the path of the Elder? What are the roles and responsibilities of an Elder? In this discussion, some of the areas we might examine in our own lives are: Service Am I optimally using my skills, talents and wisdom? Legacy - What of my life would I like to see endure? What do I want to transmit? Balance - How do I balance service outside with my needs for contemplative time? Younger people, not yet of Elder age, can contribute to this discussion, too, by articulating what they need, want and hope for in an Elder or Mentor. Join us for what feels like a lively discussion on 5/31 starting at 6 PM. EARLY-BIRD REGISTRATION ENDS JUNE 1! THE MIND, BODY, SPIRIT FAIR IS ACCEPTING ON-LINE REGISTRATION FOR VENDORS! The 2017 Fair is filling quickly with wonderful vendors offering services, merchandise and gifts for your mind, body and spirit. Would you like to be a vendor at this year s fair? Go to or visit our website at csl-bellingham.org and click on the button there. We would love to have you! OPEN DRUM CIRCLE This Wednesday from 6-7 PM This wonderful group of folks invites you to come and be part of a percussion jam session that often includes all manner of hoopla and fun! Sometimes even singing, clarinet, didgeridoo, guitar who knows? All ages are welcome! CORRECTION Dr. Jim Lockard will be offering his amazing workshop, Edgewalker on Sunday, June 18 th. (The postcard says June 11!)

5 SAY YES TO Meditation TESLAGI MOVING MEDITATION ~ A moving meditation that uses a Native American form similar to Tai Chi, with Joe Asebedo; we would love you to join him - Tuesday morning at 7 AM. PLUM VILLAGE STYLE MEDITATION A simple mindfulness meditation using sitting, walking and deep looking, to go within. This group meets every Monday from 6:00-7:30 in the Classroom. You are welcome to come and practice! SAY YES TO - Spiritual Discovery A REIKI SHARE The third Saturday of every month is an opportunity to see what Reiki is all about and what it feels like to receive a treatment. Drop in anytime between 1 and 3 PM to receive a 20-minute Reiki session from a certified Reiki practitioner. Reiki also happens on the 2nd & 4th Tuesday from 6:30-8:30 PM. Donations appreciated. KABBALAH INTRODUCTION TO JEWISH MYSTICISM Practitioner and Rabbi Kalish is presenting the 5th class on various facets of The Kabbalah, the Jewish mystical tradition. It will be Sunday, May 21. The class will meet in the classroom from 1:30 3:30 and is offered by donation ($18 suggested). Mark your calendar for June 25. SACRED WOMEN S CIRCLE FRIDAY 5/19 Last one of the Season In the Classroom from 6-8 PM Join the women of the Sacred Circle for an evening of sharing the feminine path of spirituality. Together we sing, we talk and we look deeply at our lives. This circle is open to any woman!

6 OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM Board of Trustees: Phillip Flores, Vice-President Francine Kitchen, Secretary Sandy Zeitel, Treasurer Susan Given-Seymour - sgivenseymour@gmail.com Susan Jancic sjancic@comcast.net Andrea Wood hwoodawood@aol.com Clark Champion clarkchampion@aol.com Deb Dole she-dances@comcast.net Wanda Maddox wandajane88@gmail.com Practitioner Core: Rev. Erin Marie Szymanski inlumendei@icloud.com Rev. Colleen MacGilchrist colleenmacgilchrist@gmail.com Terrie Dupuis terrieron39@gmail.com Shila Moa - ShilaMoa@gmail.com Ace Szymanski - jmpnmse5114@mac.com Ronna Biggs - ronnabiggs@hotmail.com Kit Zinn spar21row@gmail.com Jacqui MacConnell jacimac@mac.com Heidi Ruth Dittrich heidiruthrigg@gmail.com Joanne Allison ja1448@comcast.net Kalish Leviel mleviel@yahoo.com Vickie Seward Vickie.s6313@yahoo.com Kat Wingerter wildkatdreaming@gmail.com Prayer for May - The Vein of Gold May, how we love it. Everything returning to abundance and show. Flowers, grasses, colors, scents. It is the thrust of return and regrowth. We are one with the One in this life. There is a pattern for health, productivity, restoration and beauty. It moves through us, and it reminds us, all around us. Let us listen to the quiet, productive urges toward something new, better, fun, or gorgeous. How outlandish? No, just the Divine doing what It does. Making more of itself, by way of us. You are an important grain of the Us. We take action on that which quietly and radiantly occurs to us. We hear and honor the thought, begin the action. We are supported in remarkable ways. This is how It works. And we know it, and release it as done. And so it IS. Jacqui MacConnell, RScP emeritus

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8 Awakening Humanity to its Spiritual Magnificence There is a power for good that is greater than you are and you can use it. Ernest Holmes The Center for Spiritual Living Bellingham is an inclusive community offering Sunday Celebration services, youth programs, nursery care for our wee ones, classes and groups, Prayer Practitioners, social activities and a bookstore in support of your spiritual path and practice. We teach and practice affirmative prayer and positive thinking for prosperous, healthy, happy living. We recognize our divine nature and understand that we are all spiritual beings having a human experience. Center for Spiritual Living Bellingham is supported entirely by the members and friends who give generously of their time, talent and treasure to keep this wonderful community thriving. The best way to get connected at Center for Spiritual Living Bellingham is to offer your gifts of service! Opportunities are always available. Contact the Center office for more information, If you re here for the first time Welcome! Please come back. We d love to get to know you. Please join us after service for coffee and conversation. Stay Connected with the Center for Spiritual Living Bellingham Podcasts on our website Find us on Facebook Hearing Assistance Available This facility is equipped with a hearing assistance system. Please ask one of our greeters for a receiver. WiFi Available Access: Sanctuary Password: and so it is (including spaces) 2224 Yew Street Road Bellingham, WA 98229