Our Community 💗 April 3, 2025
- CSL Kelowna
- Apr 2
- 7 min read
Updated: Apr 5
What's Happening This Week at CSL Kelowna
Sunday, April 6, TWO HOUR WORKSHOP: Weathering the Clouds of Confusion, with Rev. John DePalma
Last Sunday: A Journey to the Heart, with Rev. Barbara Samuel
Upcoming Online Class with Rev. Bobbi Becker
Saturday, April 5th: Okanagan Multi-Faith Assembly
Volunteer Opportunities: Pride 2025
Inspirational Song of the Week: Sing a New Song, Lea Morris
Connect with Rev. John
Join us every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. at Studio 9, 1180 Houghton Road, Kelowna, BC. Doors open at 10:15 am. Please visit the event page for more details and a map. Everyone is welcome!
Or, WATCH US ON
SUNDAY, APRIL 6TH
Weathering the Clouds of Confusion:
Find Your Way into the Sunlit Meadow
Two Hour Workshop with Rev. John DePalma
Ever feel like a rogue weatherman inside your head keeps forecasting endless storms of doubt, dread, and “I can’t”?
In this 2-hour interactive workshop, we’ll break the spells cast by the Storyteller—the mischievous voice stirring up confusion and helplessness—and guide you into a sunlit meadow of clarity and calm.
What to Expect:
Unmask the Spellbinder: Learn how to spot the sneaky mental “spells” that keep you feeling stuck, alone, or unworthy.
Part the Clouds: Discover simple, heart-centered practices that gently dispel those gray skies of struggle—no storm-chasing required.
Step into the Meadow: Through playful exercises and guided reflection, find your inherent well-being and watch relief blossom.
Join us as we shine a warm, inviting light on your inner landscape. You’ll walk away with practical tools to shift from cloudy confusion to sun-drenched serenity—and maybe even enjoy the gentle rain of life’s challenges along the way. Because once those dark clouds pass, a vibrant, expansive meadow is always waiting to welcome you home.
For those watching on Livestream, please download these worksheets:
Join us at Studio 9 (1180 Houghton Rd, Kelowna, BC). Doors open at 10:15 am. Enter the property by the side entrance behind the staff parking lot. Look for our signs to guide you! Please use street parking or park at Ben Lee Park (1.5 blocks away).
Or you can always watch our live stream on Facebook Live via Centre for Spiritual Living Kelowna's Facebook page.
LAST SUNDAY’S SERVICE
A Journey of the Heart: My Transformational Experience at CSL Kenya
With Rev. Barbara Samuel
Last Sunday, Rev. Barb shared the unexpected joys and funny moments from a slum school classroom. She described the power of Spirit moving through a community deeply committed to Science of Mind. And she explained how this experience changed her in ways she never imagined...yet again—and how they might just change you too!
If you missed her talk, or want to hear it again, check here:en nurtured with awareness, love, gratitude, and trust in the unfolding journey.
If you missed her talk, or want to see it again, click here:
NEW CLASS
With Rev. Bobbi Becker via Zoom!
Commit to your Spiritual Journey: Awakening through Practice
Ready to awaken your inner guru and level up your life?
We’re rolling out the cosmic red carpet for our five-week spiritual deep-dive starting April 29, taught by Rev. Bobbi Becker. Think of it as your VIP pass to Presence, Oneness, Creativity, and Abundance—minus the kale smoothie (though we won't stop you from sipping one).
By blending the life-changing insights of The Untethered Soul and Living the Science of Mind, we’ll guide you in breaking up with those pesky inner obstacles and stepping into that unstoppable “YES!” energy.
Expect reflective readings, guided meditations, group dialogue, and straight-up real talk that actually sticks in your everyday life (because spiritual epiphanies are only good if you can use them while stuck in traffic).
Are you in? Bring your curiosity, your yoga pants, and your sense of humor, and let’s discover just how abundant, creative, and free you can be—one presence-powered breath at a time.
Let the awakening commence!
Begins Tuesday: April 29 – May 27th for 5 weeks (6:30-8:30)
Investment: $160 CAD
ANNOUNCING THE NEXT OKANAGAN MULTI-FAITH ASSEMBLY
YOU'RE INVITED
We had a most successful and well-received experience of presenting to Kelowna’s Multi-Faith Community. Thank you to everyone who contributed to making this time so rich and wonderful.
So much good is coming from these times of learning and connection. There are only three more left in this current series of presentations.
The next one is being offered by Rev. Barbara Groot at Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Date: Saturday, April 5th, 2025
During this gathering, you’ll experience:
A 30-minute presentation
An opportunity for questions and answers
A social period with beverages and desserts
These events typically conclude in under two hours.
If you’re interested in attending gathering, please contact Rev. John DePalma at jdepalma@cslkelowna.org for further details.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Pride 2025 Is Around the Corner — And We’re So Excited to Be Part of It!
We’ve been granted a booth at this year’s Pride Festival on Saturday, May 31st—and we’d love for you to be part of the celebration.
These are important times to stand visibly and lovingly with the LGBTQIA2+ community as beloved members of our human family continue to affirm their truth: that their lives matter, their wellbeing matters, and their right to thrive in justice, joy, and belonging is sacred.
Pride is more than a festival—it’s a celebration of authenticity, resilience, and radical self-love. It’s also a call to each of us to expand our hearts and deepen our understanding. As a spiritual community, this is a beautiful opportunity to walk our talk.
As Centers for Spiritual Living affirms:“We believe the ultimate goal of life to be complete freedom from all discord of every nature—and that this goal is sure to be attained by all.”
Let us show up as love in action.
TWO WAYS TO VOLUNTEER
1. Join the Joy: Pride Prep Parties – Appy Potluck Evenings!
We’re gathering for fun, laughter-filled evenings to prepare handmade giveaways for the Pride booth—cooling neck wraps, bookmarks, and other small treasures to share with festival goers.
No crafting skills required—just your presence, your willingness to connect, and maybe your favourite appie to share!
Pride Prep Potluck Evenings
Studio 9 – 1180 Houghton Road
Wednesdays: April 30, May 7, and May 14 — from 6:00 to 8:30 PM
Let us know if you can come for all or just a little—we’d love to have you with us.
** Note: Please use street parking, as parking lot is booked for these evenings.
2. Volunteer at the Festival!
On Saturday, May 31st, we’ll need helping hearts at our booth throughout the day. Two-hour shifts are available between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM—and trust us, it’s such a joyful experience, you’ll leave with a full heart and likely a few hugs.
Whether you want to help prep, be at the booth, or just cheer us on, your presence makes a difference.
The Festival will run 11:00-3:00, so these times are inclusive of set-up and tear-down.
To sign up, ask questions, or share ideas, reach out to Rev. Corinne: corinne_crockett@telus.net
Inspirational Song of the Week
Sing a New Song
Lea Morris
A three year old with an Afro puffball hairstyle discovers the power and peace that music can provide. Lea’s origins are in the Baptist church of Baltimore. Today, she resides in Germany and travels the world sharing songs and experiences to life hearts and connect communities.
Website: https://www.thisislea.com/
LET’S CONNECT
Rev. John DePalma’s contact information
Contact Rev. John via email: jdepalma@cslkelowna.org
He is also available for one-on-one telephone conversations. To schedule a connection, visit his online calendar:
Fill out your membership here, https://www.cslkelowna.org/membership
Regular Events at CSLK
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Sunday Celebrations start at 10:30am PT at Studio 9, 1180 Houghton Road, Kelowna. Please park on the street or at Ben Lee Park (1.5 blocks from the school). You can also watch us live on Facebook or watch the replay later on YouTube.
Our volunteers are immensely valuable to CSLK! If you can help out with making coffee, setting up and/or after-service taking down, please contact Rev. Corinne Crockett at 250-868-9090 or email corinne_crockett@telus.net.
Do you have an idea for CSLK community opportunities you’d like to experience? We'd love to hear your thoughts! Please contact Rev. Corinne Crockett at 250-868-9090 or email corinne_crockett@telus.net.
Practitioner Support
Our ministers and practitioners are in service to all of us. If you need help to see the Truth in a situation; if you are looking for clarity; if you are struggling; our ministers and practitioners are here to support you. You can contact them through the About page on our website, or you can submit a prayer request on the Contact page.
Bring Nature’s Fare Receipts to CSLK!
Nature’s Fare grocery store receipts are worth a pretty penny to us! Bring your shopping receipts to Sunday service and place them into the receipt box on the table in front of the stage in the Studio 9 auditorium. Nature’s Fare will donate 3% of the total of your purchases to CSL Kelowna! Every receipt helps! Thank you!
Your Support Means So Much to Our Community!
We’re grateful for the ways CSL Kelowna is able to accept donations:
Online via the Ways to Donate page of our website (PayPal or credit card).
By Interac e-transfers sent to donate@cslkelowna.org.
Cheques can be mailed to: Suite 131, 101-1865 Dilworth Drive, Kelowna, BC V1Y 9T1.
For more information, please contact Rev. Melody Bailey.
MINDFUL MOMENT
"The best way to take care of the future is to take care of the present moment"
– Thich Nhat Hanh
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