What's Happening This Week at CSL Kelowna
Sunday, March 23: Intention Deficit, with Rev. Corinne Crockett
Last Sunday: From Me to We: Workshop with Rev. John DePalma
NEXT SUNDAY: Annual General Meeting
Success: Multi-Faith Presentation
Miles of Smiles: Rev. Barbara Samuel delivers your donations to grateful children
Science Corner: Stanford University Study Confirms what Ernest Holmes told us a century ago
Inspirational Song of the Week: One Heart by Gary Lynn Floyd
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, March 23, 10:30-11:30
INTENTION DEFICIT
With Rev. Corinne Crockett
“Intention is the starting point of every dream. It is the creative power that fulfills all of our needs, whether for money, relationships, spiritual awakening, or love.”
- Deepak Chopra
Are we setting our life’s course with consciousness and clarity, or is the tail wagging the dog, as we live in reaction to life?
When we experience intention deficit disorder, we are allowing distractions, external influences, false beliefs, and reactive thoughts to shape our lives rather than consciously curating what we want to experience.
As the spring equinox ushers in a season of renewal, we are invited to align with nature’s rhythm and consciously plant the seeds of our intentions.
Join us this coming Sunday, as Rev. Corinne explores the Science of Mind’s Creative Process—the powerful practice of setting clear intentions and artfully using the principle that our thoughts shape our experiences.
Just as a seed takes root in fertile soil, our intentions flourish when nurtured with awareness, love, gratitude, and trust in the unfolding journey.
It’s time to stop living in reaction and take back our minds.
Join us as we explore:
✨ Creating sacred time for introspection and self-discovery
✨ Awakening from being passively influenced by the world of effects
✨ Consciously employing gratitude to transform our experiences
✨ Gain practical tools to rise above the Law of Averages
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 Workshop
From Me to We: The Art & Heart of the Beloved Community
With Rev. John DePalma
In a world that often feels disconnected, divided, or overwhelming, many of us long for real belonging—a space where we are seen, heard, and valued. Whether in our workplaces, friendships, families, or faith communities, we all crave deeper relationships built on trust, understanding, and mutual support.
Last Sunday’s workshop was for anyone who wants to be part of something greater than themselves, a beloved community where respect, compassion, safety, and accountability aren’t just words, but lived experiences.
If you missed the workshop, or want to experience it again, click here:
The two worksheets for the workshop can be downloaded here:
CSL Kelowna Multi-Faith Presentation – March 15, 2025
We are incredibly proud of our CSL Kelowna community—our leadership, volunteers, and everyone who came together to make this event a success!
On Saturday, March 15, we had the joy of welcoming 41 people from various faith traditions across Kelowna to our Centre. Together, we explored the history, evolution, and core principles of our teaching.
Rev. John delivered a beautiful and insightful presentation, sharing the rich heritage and wisdom that guides our spiritual path.
The question-and-answer portion of the event provided a wonderful opportunity for deeper dialogue, allowing us to share more about who we are, what we believe, and how our Beloved Community functions.
The room buzzed with conversation as guests lingered to connect, ask more questions, and enjoy the incredible spread lovingly prepared by our volunteers.
Our hearts are filled with gratitude for the amazing volunteers and community members who created such a welcoming and inspiring experience.
From the moment guests arrived, to the moment they departed, they received a true gate-to-gate experience of what it feels like to be part of our spiritual community—feeling connected, informed, and uplifted.
We were honoured to receive glowing feedback from attendees outside our Centre, reaffirming the impact of this gathering.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who contributed to making this event such a meaningful and enriching experience!
The next Multi-Faith gathering is April 5th at the Lutheran Church. Contact Rev. Corinne for more details if you’re interested in attending.
Love and Blessings
Rev. Corinne
Annual General Meeting (AGM)
AGENDA
Centre for Spiritual Living Kelowna Society
The Annual General Meeting is coming up, and all members are invited to attend.
Date: March 23, 2025
Time: 12:00pm (PT)
Location: Studio 9 (after service), 1180 Houghton Road, Kelowna BC
Agenda
1. Meeting call to order
2. Welcome and Opening Prayer
3. Establish Quorum
4. Approval of Agenda
5. Approval of Minutes of 2024 Annual General Meeting
6. Message from Board Vice-President
7. Spiritual Director’s Report
8. Assistant Ministers’ Report
9. Finance Report
10. New Minister Selection Committee Report
11. Presentation of the Candidates for Director seats
12. Election of new Directors
13. Closing Remarks and Discussion
14. Closing Prayer
15. Meeting Adjournment
MILES OF SMILES
Update from Rev. Barbara Samuel in Kenya
Rev. Barbara Samuel is in Kenya, visiting our sister Centre in Nairobi. On March 19 she visited the Briton Science of Mind Slum School to deliver generous donations from our congregants. The soccer balls, skipping ropes, shoes, baby clothes, and school supplies created miles of smiles.
It looks like Rev. Barb received as much joy as she gave.
Watch video of Rev. Barb singing with the students. This is pure joy:
“As within, so without.”
- Hermetic principle
"This Spirit animates everything that I do, say or think."
- Ernest Holmes
“Our minds actually change reality.”
- Stanford University Study
STANFORD UNIVERSITY STUDY VALIDATES
ERNEST HOLMES' INSIGHT FROM A CENTURY AGO
A study conducted by Stanford University in 2018 delved into the ways our minds influence our reality, especially regarding our health and overall well-being. The University’s Neurosciences Institute is working at the intersection of medicine, psychology, education, and business to explore not only what our minds are capable of, but also the mechanisms behind these capabilities.
One of the researchers highlighted the importance of mindset: “When people have a fixed mindset, they believe their basic qualities—like intelligence and talents—are static. In contrast, those with a growth mindset see these traits as ones that can be enhanced through hard work, perseverance, effective strategies, and valuable feedback from others.”
This notion resonates with the teachings of Ernest Holmes, founder of The Science of Mind, who stated, "Trained thought is far more powerful than untrained, and the one who gives conscious power to his thought should be more careful what he thinks than the one who does not."
From health to a sense of connection, it appears that Holmes was on point with his observations a century ago. For more details on the Stanford University study, check out this summary:
This article is ripe with research findings into the power of the mind to influence health, comfort, and even a sense of belonging.
INSPIRATIONAL SONG OF THE WEEK
One Heart
Gary Lynn Floyd
Gary Lynn Floyd is an American singer-songwriter who connects straight to the heart with his soulful style. He writes deep and meaningful music and shares these songs to audiences across the country. His style is a mix of pop, rhythm, and blues, combining silky vocals with powerful lyrics.It is Gary's openness to divine inspiration that fuels his endless supply of musical ideas and creates his inspirational lyrics. That's the light that shines through his performances. With his piano, Gary is a catalyst for positive change and raises the collective vibration through his music and his welcoming presence on stage.
Website: https://garylynnfloyd.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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