What's Happening This Week at CSL Kelowna
New Year’s Message from Rev. John DePalma: Embracing the Beloved Community
Sunday, January 5: Unlock the Power of Mind and Word with Rev. John DePalma
Last Sunday’s Service: White Stone Ceremony
Vision Board Workshop: Start the New Year by Setting a New Vision with Rev. Melody Bailey
Invitation: Okanagan Multi-Faith Assembly
Secret Santa Success
Inspirational Song of the Week: You’re Amazing by Martin Kerr
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!
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New Year’s Message: Embracing the Beloved Community
As we step into a new year, we are reminded of the boundless possibilities that lie ahead -opportunities to grow, to transform, and to build something extraordinary together.
This year, let us commit ourselves to the vision of the beloved community: a world where extraordinary respect, compassion, safety, and accountability form the foundation of our shared lives.
The beloved community calls us to recognize our interconnectedness. It invites us to honour the inherent dignity of every individual while embracing the diversity that makes us stronger. It challenges us to look beyond divisions and instead, to build bridges of understanding, love, and cooperation.
I must share how deeply amazed I am by the love and support I’ve received from this community in just six short months. The creativity, care, and passion here inspire me every day.
I’m so excited about the ideas bubbling up in conversations and the energy within this extraordinary community as we venture into a brand-new year.
Together, we are poised to create something truly remarkable—a future rooted in connection and purpose. Transformation starts within - by cultivating respect for our own journey, compassion for our imperfections, and accountability for the intentions we set.
From this place of inner harmony, we can radiate outward, inspiring others to join in this sacred work.
As we embody these values, we create spaces of safety where truth can be spoken, vulnerabilities shared, and differences celebrated.
This New Year, may we strive to be both the architects and the living expressions of the beloved community. Each small step we take ripples outward, transforming lives and inspiring people to make a positive difference in the world!
Happy New Year! I am honoured to share this journey with you. Together, we are building the beloved community. Let’s make this year one of profound growth, shared joy, and enduring love!
With deep appreciation and great love,
Rev. John DePalma
Sunday, January 5th
Unlock the Power of Mind and Word:
A Transformative Talk by Rev. John DePalma
Discover the profound connection between our thoughts, words, and the reality we create in this inspiring talk, The Creative Power of Mind and Word.
Drawing from the timeless wisdom of Ernest Holmes’ The Science of Mind and Don Miguel Ruiz’s The Four Agreements, Rev. John explores the creative process of universal principles that empower us to align our inner and outer worlds.
In the first introductory chapter of the Science of Mind text, Holmes describes The Thing Itself as the infinite creative intelligence of the universe, actively shaping our life through our thoughts and beliefs.
This divine essence responds to our mental patterns, making us co-creators of our experiences. Ruiz complements this understanding with his first agreement: Be Impeccable with Your Word. He reminds us that our words are not just expressions but powerful tools that shape our relationships, perceptions, and opportunities.
In this engaging and practical talk, we’ll learn how to:
Recognize the creative potential of our thoughts and words.
Shift negative patterns into affirmations of possibility and truth.
Use words to build connections, foster growth, and manifest our highest good.
Align with the principles of love, integrity, and authenticity to transform our lives.
Whether you’re seeking deeper self-awareness, better communication, or greater harmony in your daily experiences, this talk provides actionable insights and empowering practices.
By cultivating impeccable thought and word alignment, you’ll unlock the keys to a life of purpose, creativity, and joy.
Join us for The Creative Power of Mind and Word and step into the role of conscious creator, embracing a life of beauty, connection, and infinite potential.
Let your journey to transformation begin!
Join us at Studio 9 (1180 Houghton Rd, Kelowna, BC V1X 2C9). Doors open at 10:15am. 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.
After the service, you can find all talks on our YouTube channel.
Last Sunday’s Service
White Stone Ceremony
Last Sunday, Revs. John DePalma and Corinne Crockett lead a White Stone Ceremony, which is a powerful, transformative ritual to consciously step into the New Year. Rooted in ancient traditions, this ceremony symbolizes release, renewal, and intention-setting.
If you missed the ceremony or would like to see it again, click here:
VISION BOARD WORKSHOP
with Rev. Melody Bailey
Start the New Year with a New Vision
Sunday, January 5th, after service until approximately 3:00 pm
DO YOU WANT TO CREATE THE LIFE YOU WANT TO LIVE? Do you want to let your inner child out and have some crafty, intentional fun?
If so, join us for a Vision Board Workshop where we will focus on all four quadrants of life: Creativity (work, play); Health (spiritual, mental, emotional, physical); Loving Relationships and Abundance.
Supplies will be provided but if you have specific pictures cut out from magazines or printed that you wish to bring with you and include, please do so.
The workshop is on Sunday January 5th following our Sunday service, from approximately 12 noon until 3 pm. If you’re staying after service, please bring a lunch that doesn’t require extra preparation.
We will take some time for a bite to eat before beginning the workshop. There will be a sign-up sheet at Sunday service and an RSVP on our website as we do need to know numbers to prepare.
Invitation: Okanagan Multi-Faith Assembly
Upcoming Opportunities in 2025
"So powerful is the Light of Unity that it can illuminate the whole world." ~ Bahá’u’lláh
In this sometimes-divisive world, learning from one another and standing together as Communities of Faith is powerful.
The first four assemblies have been deeply enriching, demonstrating, at the heart of it, how much faith communities have in common. The intention of these gatherings is to learn more about the diverse faith traditions who call the Okanagan home.
Our Multi-Faith connection and learning continues in the New Year!
We hope you join us for these enriching opportunities:
Buddhist Community Gathering
Date: Saturday, January 11th, 2025
Baha’i Community Presentation (Repeat Session)
Date: Saturday, February 15th, 2025
During these gatherings, 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, please contact Rev. Corinne Crockett at corinne_crockett@telus.net for further details.
Secret Santa Success
Thanks to the incredible support of our spiritual community, and donations from many people outside of our community, CSL Kenya will feed 225 families in Kenya this Christmas! It’s amazing!
Rev. Barbara Samuel and her team worked tirelessly over the past few weeks and thanks to their hard work and your generosity, they exceeded their goal. They extend gratitude and thanks for everyone who worked on the campaign, and to everyone who donated.
Rev. Barb will provide more details in her talk later this month.
INSPIRATIONAL SONG OF THE WEEK
You're Amazing
Martin Kerr
Martin Kerr has been a guest musician at CSL Kelowna, and we’re happy to hear that his troubadour dreams just keep on coming true. The red-headed British/Canadian singer-songwriter made legions of new fans around the world this year, opening for Dermot Kennedy, Walk Off The Earth, The Strumbellas and Billy Raffoul, and headlining at summer festivals.
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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