rev. marsha to speak - creative life spiritual centerall are welcome and you may join anytime....

5326 Spring-Stuebner Road ●● Spring, Texas 77389-4574 ●● [email protected] ●● creativelife.org ●● (281) 350-5157

CREATIVECREATIVECREATIVE LIFELIFELIFE SPIRITUALSPIRITUALSPIRITUAL CENTERCENTERCENTER ●● Our 29th year! Our 29th year! Our 29th year! ●● Jesse Jennings, Marsha Lehman and Debra Morwood, Ministers

Rev. Marsha to speakRev. Marsha to speakRev. Marsha to speak CLC staff minister Marsha Lehman will speak on “WRING out the Old, BLING in the New,” on how to make soulful selections and positive proclamations that are clear, powerful, and habitual. Marsha has been a CLC member for over 20 years,

served several terms as our board president, was licensed as a practitioner in 1996, graduated from the Holmes Institute in 2006, and was ordained here in 2008. Come hear her on SUNDAY, DECEMBER 28 at 9:30 and 11AM. It’s a don’t‐miss experience!

The Women’s Winter Solstice Circle, open to all women of all faiths, will take place on SUNDAY evening, DECEMBER 21. Led by minister Marsha Lehman, this ritual will initiate each woman into the undiscovered riches deep within her feminine well of the infinite self. Following roots into the depth of nurturing darkness, each woman will emerge with a sense of having reclaimed her deepest power. Within her wisdom connection she will uncover the ways to shine her sparkling light in the coming cycle of the seasons. The circle ceremony will open at 7PM and close at 8:30PM. Conversation and festive snacks will continue until 9:30PM. No charge…a gift to all women. Spread the word. Please bring a gift for another woman (your own possession, to which you are intuitively guided, that will be a daily reminder of her deep feminine power and dynamic sparkle) along with a heartfelt blessing, and a festive snack to share. Please RSVP with the number of women to Marsha Lehman, at (281) 773‐4376 or

[email protected]@[email protected]

YYY ou ou ou darkness, darkness, darkness, that I come that I come that I come from, I love from, I love from, I love

you more than all you more than all you more than all the fires that fence the fires that fence the fires that fence

in the world, for in the world, for in the world, for the fire makes a the fire makes a the fire makes a circle of light for circle of light for circle of light for

everyone, and then everyone, and then everyone, and then no one outside no one outside no one outside learns of you. learns of you. learns of you.

But the darknessBut the darknessBut the darkness pulls in every-pulls in every-pulls in every-

thing; shapes and thing; shapes and thing; shapes and fires, animals fires, animals fires, animals

and myself, how and myself, how and myself, how easily it gathers easily it gathers easily it gathers them!them!them!–––powers powers powers

and peopleand peopleand people–––and and and it is possible a it is possible a it is possible a great energy is great energy is great energy is

moving toward me. moving toward me. moving toward me. I have faith I have faith I have faith in nights.in nights.in nights.

with original verse by Dick Schmelzkopf

Tonight in the Great Hall hear talks on releasing and accepting by minister Debra Morwood, followed by a burning bowl ritual. As we enter 2015 we may release the good for the better, as well as accept new (or recommitted‐to, and therefore like new) good into our lives, in areas such as health, relationships, career, creativity, passion, and a deep sense of the sacred. Start thinking now of

how this ceremony can serve you. You’ll also fill out a 2015 goal letter to be mailed back to you at Thanksgiving! WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 31, 7PM.

Our midweek celebrations in the Great Hall feature a talk by Jesse Jennings, or a guest, plus live music, poetry, prayer support, and fun surprises!

Our usual practitioners on duty are David Dewhurst and Lisa Ryan, who also staffs the bookstore. Want to gift us with your music on a Wednesday night?

E‐mail Nancy at [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] for details.

Wisdom of Wisdom of Wisdom of the Universe the Universe the Universe

weekly discussions We are studying the confluence of metaphysics and science to help us better understand how the world of consciousness gives

rise to our world of form. Using books, speakers and various forms of media, we bring current information forward for open discussion. WEDNESDAYS, 12‐2PM, led by Denese & Dick Schmelzkopf, who also teach at the Academy of Lifelong Learning at Lone Star College (Montgomery). All are welcome and you may join anytime. Appreciative giving. For more information:


Dick Dick Dick &&& DeneseDeneseDenese

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Cathy Cathy Cathy

with music by David Mayes

with music by Bill Birch

A Course A Course A Course in Miracles in Miracles in Miracles

weekly discussions A Course in Miracles is “a unique, universal, self‐study spiritual thought system that teaches the way to Love and Inner Peace is through forgiveness.” (acim.orgacim.orgacim.org) The Course states, “...seek not to change the world, but choose to change your mind about the world.” The group is now in its 10th year of weekly

meetings at CLC, led by Bill and practitioner Cathy MacKenzie, 7PM THURSDAYS. All are welcome; join anytime. Appreciative giving. For more information:

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CODACODACODA meetings We now host weekly open meetings of Codependents Anony‐mous, SATURDAYS, 5‐6PM, in the McTaggart Library, upstairs. For more information please e‐mail Lisa C. at [email protected]@[email protected]

Christ is the embodiment of divine sonship that has come...to all people in all ages, and to every person

in some degree... a universal Presence... —ERNEST HOLMES

Join your Center family for a very special Christ‐mas Eve, when we’ll retell the age‐old story, then realize with a thrill that it’s our story — a gift that is given to all alike. In our teaching, Jesus was an enlightened soul, our “elder brother,” who discov‐ered and used the Christ‐principle. He came into a suffering world to show us a way out of suffering, both personal and collective. We strive to honor

his legacy not just by admiring the magnificence of his life’s ministry or his selfless submission to sacrifice, but by following his urging to love our neighbors as ourselves. A CLC tradition since 1984, on Christmas Eve you can come enjoy music both seasonal and classical; immerse yourself in the light, color and warmth of community in our beautiful Center; and at the service’s end step forward with your candle to impress upon your deepest awareness a feeling to let your light shine the whole year through. Come gather with us WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 24, for one service only at 7PM.

Dance Fusion Dance Fusion Dance Fusion class CLCers Jeffrey Powell, Melodie Tipton and Nancy Bonilla‐May invite you to a creative dance fusion troupe! Come learn dance basics through choreo‐

graphy and various types of dance styles from around the world, in a fusion of mind, body and spirit. Jef‐frey has taught and danced profes‐sionally in the styles of jazz, ballet and tap. Nancy teaches Zumba® and Melodie has choreographed and danced professionally. Meets in Katherman Hall; resuming soon. Appreciative giving to CLC.


Sunday morning

MediMediMeditatatationtiontion

“...Sit and rest and refresh your soul. Eat of the fruit and drink the wine.

All, all is yours, and you are welcome.”

—The Science of Mind text

The Sunday morning meditation is actually an awesome extra to Sunday celebrations. Led by practitioner Malené Njeri, it lasts for 35 minutes, ending in time to comfortably

get into the 11am celebration. There is music to enhance as you are guided into a restful state, and inspirational readings to tap into your spiritual center. Most sessions will end with a spiritual mind treatment based on the theme of the readings. Don’t be concerned about being late. There is an easy way to quickly get into the flow. Stand a moment outside the door and bring yourself to complete silence. Maintain that silence as you enter. You’ll find yourself suddenly present in the meditation and all is well. SUNDAYS 10:15‐10:50AM, upstairs in the Learning Center.


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Bardic Circle Bardic Circle Bardic Circle If you have felt the calling of the Bard, be it to sing, dance, write or tell stories, then come to the monthly Bardic Circle! Here we meet in the Circle to share

our talents and to be honored and blessed for doing so. All forms of creative expression are welcomed. The meetings are led by David “Great Bear” Mayes, a long‐time student of Pagan and Native American spiritual traditions, who tells stories, sings or plays the Native American style flute. The next monthly Bardic Circle hap‐pens TUESDAY, DECEMBER 30, 7‐9PM, in Katherman Hall. Appreciative giving. Info: (((281) 442281) 442281) 442‐‐‐339533953395 or


Grief Grief Grief &&& LossLossLoss group This group’s focus is educational and supportive for those everyone who desires to learn life‐affirming ways to cope with feel‐ings and emotions asso‐ciated with life transi‐

tions. Anyone who has experienced the loss of a beloved person or pet, a relationship, a job, or any other life‐ altering event, is invited to join us. Minister Debra Morwood and practitioner Ruth Catalogna — both longtime hospice workers — lead the group SUNDAYS, 12:30‐1:30PM through JANUARY 4, in the Learning Center. Appreciative giving is welcomed. For more information, e‐mail


Holiday dinner Holiday dinner Holiday dinner andand singsingsing---alongalongalong

The 9th annual CLC Christmas dinner and sing‐along happens at the White Flamingo restaurant on SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2O at 7PM. This

is a family‐friendly atmosphere, and children, grandparents and friends are welcome. Please RSVP to your host, practitioner Sheryl Boyle, at (281) 650‐9287 or


A Child’s View A Child’s View A Child’s View of Religions of Religions of Religions

book signing Anise Flowers and her father, Ron, have recently published a book, There Are Seven Houses On My Street: A Child’s View of Relig‐ions. In the book, a

little boy explains seven different religions or philosophies practiced by the children on his street. The authors hope to promote tolerance and understanding on the subject of religious beliefs for both children and adults. On SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7, Anise will read her book to the 7‐10 year old class, and after the 11:00 service, she will be available for purchasing signed copies. Please join us for a slice of cake as well to celebrate the book launch!


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What’s Not to Love? What’s Not to Love? What’s Not to Love? codependency playshop Here’s a playshop on reclaiming your natural love‐ability from the grips of codependency. Get in touch with the real, unbri‐dled, wonderful you! Identify your favorite coping behaviors and get some tools to help you forge better relationships. The playshop will include five areas of relational development: you are valuable; you can protect yourself; you are free and sponta‐neous; you can get your needs met; and you are perfectly

imperfect. With Rev. Sandra Finch and Pia Mellody‐trained Houston thera‐pist Ava Profota, LCSW (just returning from more training by Pia Mellody) who will lead an experiential activity to access and care for your Inner Child. Cost is now $89, payable to Inner Action, Inc., and a light lunch is included. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13, 9AM‐3PM. For more information and to register:

sandra@innersandra@inner‐‐action.orgaction.org

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Your Guide to Creative LifeYour Guide to Creative LifeYour Guide to Creative Life monthly minimonthly minimonthly mini---workshopworkshopworkshop

Here’s a short workshop with founding minister Jesse Jennings that’s especially for those new to CLC and/or to what we teach, and a prerequisite for anyone wishing to become a member who has not yet completed Heartfelt Living — and it’s a useful introduction to that class, which will be starting again shortly after the first of the year.

We’ll discuss the basics of our philosophy and way of life; how the Center came to be, and how it’s cared for and supported; our classes and programs; and what membership means. There will be plenty of time for questions plus you’ll get printed materials to take home. No charge, and donations are welcome. SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7, 1:00‐2:30PM, and offered again on SUNDAY, JANUARY 4. Please sign up in Builders’ Hall or by e‐mail to


Come to beautiful Chappell Hill, Texas, for a rustic but zen experience at Margaret Austin Retreat Center. It’s led by Rev. Sandra Finch and practitioner David Dewhurst, hosted and sponsored by her Inner Action, Inc. You’re encouraged to escape your normal routine for a few days and...

●●● celebrate the New Year and new You... ●●● breathe in the natural surroundings and allow yourself to reconnect to the path that has been calling to you... ●●● walk a labyrinth to take advantage of walking meditation and ancient geometry to deeply connect to source... ●●● commit to beginning the next greatest version of you, and discover and dispel all the thoughts that get in the way of your heart’s desire... ●●● enjoy learning to set boundaries for interaction while you work on your “inner action”... ●●● laugh, eat, play, dance, sleep, journal and relax with old and new friends... ●●● return home feeling clear, rested, rejuvenated, and ready to receive support and resources on your new adventure... It all happens FRIDAY, JANUARY 9, through SUNDAY, JANUARY 11. Costs are $199 for a bunk room and $249 for a semi‐private house. More details coming soon. In the meantime, with questions, e‐mail Rev. Sandra at

sandra@innersandra@innersandra@inner‐‐‐action.orgaction.orgaction.org

Sit, Stay, Heal!Sit, Stay, Heal!Sit, Stay, Heal! Ego Training Ego Training Ego Training 101101101 class/discussion

Are you tired of the constant conflict with that voice in your head? You know the one — it urges you to stay in misery, fear the future, and dwell on lack. It throws objections and negativity across your path and holds your joy hostage. If you’d like to explore the possibility of your ego becoming your companion instead of your nemesis, join us for an eight‐week discussion on training the ego to contribute to our quality of life, rather than

holding us back. It’s eight THURSDAY evenings, 7:00‐9:00, starting JANUARY 15. The event is created and led by practitioner Valinda Omaat. Suggested offering is $10 per session; any contribution is gratefully accepted. No prerequisites or supplies required. Course materials will be provided. Please sign up in Builders’ Hall and with questions e‐mail


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Radical Recipes A holiday cut-and-paste

experience No, this is not your holiday cookie exchange... Instead we meet and share healthy holiday recipes that are easy to prepare and

delicious to eat. We will sit around the kitchen table chatting, cutting, pasting, drawing, writing, laughing as we focus on recipes for a healthy body/mind... recipes that we already have and recipes we discover that we want to try out for the holidays. Please bring a healthy holiday recipe if you have one to share (or not) and a journal for your recipes, art play, writing, notes, etc. Provided will be paste, scissors, printer, colorful pens and pencils, magazines, cookbooks, other fun journaling materials. TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16, 7‐9PM, second floor of the Learning Center (the old social hall area). Appreciative giving. Hosted by minister Marsha Lehman. The group will meet a second time on TUESDAY, JANUARY 13, 7‐9PM, to compare notes on our holiday Radi‐cal Recipes and to collect new Radi‐cal Recipes for the New Year. Please sign up in Builders’ Hall or e‐mail

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This Thing Called You book study

A beloved classic that has awak‐ened generations to the power within, Ernest Holmes’s This Thing Called You tells how to fulfill the long‐ing, within all of us, to live more fully. The book includes many inspirations, meditations, and prayers you can apply, revealing the unlimited potential of the spiritual psychology that Holmes founded. Practitioner Peggy Engelhardt leads a four‐week book study, SUNDAYS, 1:00‐2:30PM, starting JANUARY 18. All are welcome; cost is $40 plus the book. Please sign up in Builders’ Hall or by e‐mail to


Martin, who has produced five CDs— Moon, Scrapbook, Mockingbird, American Seeds and BearNaked — is simply an

astounding musician with a comfort‐able presence, a powerful voice and creative guitar skills. He is a Kerrville New Folk Finalist and Festival per‐former and led workshops and per‐formances at Boston Folk Festival. He was featured on the Kerrville 2000 and 2001 and other compilation CDs. Martin was opening feature at the Maine Governor’s “Arts in the Capi‐tol” series and annually emcees a stage on the Maine State Capitol lawn. He sings the national anthem for the State Senate and has performed at L.L. Bean’s “Discovery Park” and at their flagship store. He makes this fourth visit to CLC on SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 1.

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Singer/songwriter Bob Livingston has never been a tradi‐tional country musi‐cian living the honky‐tonk life, though he’s spent more than his share of

time on the roadhouse circuit with some of the most colorful music legends In Texas. As a member of Austin’s legendary Lost Gonzo Band for many years, performing and recording with such visionaries as Jerry Jeff Walker, Michael Martin Murphey, and Ray Wylie Hubbard, Livingston played an integral role in creating the music that first earned Austin the designation of “Live Music Capital of the World.” Achieving rec‐ognition in their own right, the Gonzo’s self‐titled debut record was name by Rolling Stone “one of the best albums ever to come out of Austin.” Hailing originally from Lubbock, Livingston has traveled since the 1980s as a Music Ambassador for the US Dept. of State, taking Texas music to India, Africa, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East. As Livingston says, “When all else fails, music prevails.” This philosophy earned him the honor of being appointed Austin’s “International Music Ambassador,” in 2010 by the Austin City Council. This world‐traveled view was reflected in his album, Mahatma Gandhi and Sitting Bull, released in 2004 and named by the Austin Ameri‐can‐Statesman one of the year’s top ten CDs. With his Texas Music Award‐winning follow‐up, Gypsy Alibi, co‐produced with Lloyd Maines, Livingston presents a mixed bag of folk‐rock, Americana, country and rockabilly, with an epic or two thrown in. Of this album, the Austin Chronicle said, “Beautifully crafted, world music‐inspired songwriting.”

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Robin Hackett remains in a class of her own, creating music as eclectic as her background. Robin has been writing and perform‐ing music since child‐

hood. Her song, “Hard Left” was played in the CBS hit comedy, “How I Met your Mother” which expanded her fan base instantly. She is also a first‐round Grammy™‐nominated songwriter. Like most artists, Robin does not like planting herself in one genre, writing songs that cross all genres, that can stand alongside the sounds of Sarah Vaughn, Joni Mitchell, Sheryl Crow, Darius Rucker, and Norah Jones. She loves jazz and she loves country music. Her guitar is where her heart and voice meet. She is a one‐of‐a‐kind unique expression pouring love and heart into all of her performances. Since making her musical debut with an acclaimed collection of songs in her first CD, One Foot Barefoot, she’s won the hearts of many. Robin was featured on CNBC Television and has appeared in Acoustic Guitar , PC , and Mac World magazines. Robin’s fans voted “Saying Goodbye” as the #1 jazz song on mp3.com and tunes “Jimmy Dean” and “Come On Love” as the #2 and #3 best country/folk songs. She appeared on the Rollingstone.com charts along with notables such as k.d. lang and Emmy Lou Harris. Robin studied songwriting with singer/songwriter Roseanne Cash at the Omega Institute in New York and has opened for Elektra Recording artist Keb Mo’ and Woodstock legend, the late Richie Havens. Robin has re‐corded six CDs of original music and spends her time teaching guitar, piano, and voice to young people, and performing and writing songs with lots of folks.

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Award‐winning singer/songwriter and multi‐instrumentalist Hans York is an extraordinary guitarist and strong, engaging performer with a

distinctive style and an irrepressibly delightful and approachable manner. He accompanied Robert Palmer on German TV, toured as bassist with the New York Broadway Ensemble, played throughout Europe with master harp player Rüdiger Opper‐mann, performed a concerto as soloist on fretless bass with the Ars Quittilinga Chamber Orchestra, and co‐founded the German Worldmusic cult band Moka Efti, recording three CDs with them. Hans blends jazz, folk and classical European styles into a sound both familiar and unique, and makes his seventh visit to CLC at both services on SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 15.

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The CLC Children’s and Youth Services Department is devoted to celebrating the spiritual development of each child we teach. All age groups are involved in various activities, workshops, and special projects incorporating the teachings of Science of Mind. We strive to create an atmosphere of love and kindness in our words and actions toward each other and to recognize and honor the diversity of every person.

●●● Toddlers Toddlers Toddlers (up to age 3) are lovingly cared for by our toddler teachers. In their very artistically designed Discovery Room, the children are encouraged to interact and experience their world as only a toddler can. They are offered games, toys, books and other age‐appropriate activities in a safe, secure and loving environment.

●●● 333‐‐‐6 age group6 age group6 age group. Beginning around the age of 3, our toddlers are moved to the Ingenuity Room. This group begins to learn the basics of Treatment and the value of giving a smile and a kind word. Our creative teachers provide age‐appropriate instruction and activities.

●●● 777‐‐‐10 age group 10 age group 10 age group are in the Quimby Room, regularly practicing the steps of Treatment presented in a manner appropriate to their age group. The teachers provide learning tools, creative projects, workshops and other teaching methods to engage each child’s learning of the principles of Science of Mind.

●●● 111111‐‐‐15 age group 15 age group 15 age group meet on the second floor of the Learning Center in the Hopkins classroom. They are engaged in special projects, work‐shops, have guest speakers and are involved in several volunteer service endeavors at CLC. The teachers working with this group encourage their talents, keep them engaged in learning Science of Mind principles and we throw in a bit of fun along the way!

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Children begin their Sunday learning adventures in the registration area in the youth foyer, then move to their class‐rooms, returning to the Great Hall to be reunited with their

parents in time for the closing song. Some Sundays we offer special theme workshops for the kids, too. We are devoted to providing a safe environment for our happy children! CLC’s Youth Director, minister Debra Morwood, reminds parents that when your children are returned to the Great Hall on Sunday, please note it is the policy of the Center that each child, no matter the age, must be supervised by their adult care‐giver. The children are not allowed to be outside their classrooms unless accompanied. If you have any questions or con‐cerns about our classes, Debra is in the youth lobby from 10:15‐11AM on SUNDAYS, or call her at (281) 651‐9295 or connect by e‐mail to

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news news news &&& notesnotesnotes ••• The DECEMBER theme for the children is Winter Holidays. ••• Many thanks to Anise Flowers for stepping in to teach the 3‐6 class. On SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7, Anise will be reading to the children from her new cook. See page 3 for more on this. • • • For parents: age‐appropriate prayer/treatment opens all the classes, and for each class there is age‐appropriate discussion of the monthly theme and creative projects to enhance the learning. ••• Just after noon all the teachers and children will gather in the reception area of the Learning Center for our closing prayer circle. When the prayer is complete, the teachers will bring the children to you in the Great Hall.

Curriculum and all materials are provided! Come help, in a delightful

atmosphere, among a team of mutually supportive teachers, and the most wonderful kids

imaginable! Heartfelt Living gradu‐ates, practitioners, and those in training are especially invited to

seize this outstanding service opportunity! It this speaks to you, please contact our youth director,

minister Debra Morwood, at [email protected]@[email protected]

Here’s a “spirit of Christmas past” photo of CLC kids, around 2009.

Different faces, but it’ll look much the same this year as they gather.

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Guess who’ll visit the CLC children again this year? Even with an elf in tow, he’ll need some help from CLC teachers and parents to

make the day truly festive. So come join us at the children’s holiday party on SUNDAY, DECEMBER 21, at 11AM in Katherman Hall. For details or if you have craft ideas, please e‐mail Debra!

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Life Center support Life Center support Life Center support The Life Center is a residential care facility for the homeless at 4516 Old Yale Street in the Heights. They gratefully welcome your donations of cleaning supplies, trash bags, non‐perishable food, clothing, hygiene and grooming products, light bulbs, appliances, cooking utensils, computer supplies, linens, and blankets. The collection bin is behind the door by the copy room. Want more info? Contact Michael Martin at


Our Creative Life practitioners are outstanding spiritual support persons, available to lovingly and confidentially assist you, and are at your service. Each has spent hundreds of hours in training, to direct natural compassion into helping you through listening, caring, and using spiritual mind treatment — affirmative prayer — to reveal the truth of you that is greater than any apparent limitation. Each is licensed by the Centers for Spiritual Living, and engages in ongoing study and spiritual development. Have a new goal, an old problem, or a question about applying our teaching? Work with a practitioner and watch what happens with conscious use of the Law of Mind! •• At prayer circles prayer circles prayer circles every SUNDAY in the Garden Room... •• By appointmentBy appointmentBy appointment, on an individual fee basis, for a one‐hour session of spiritual support and treatment... •• More options More options More options for requesting and receiving prayer support include using a form on our website here:

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•• Prayer anytimePrayer anytimePrayer anytime. The CSL World Ministry of Prayer is once again able to staff a 24‐hour phone bank, so for urgent requests, call...

(866) 306(866) 306(866) 306‐‐‐554655465546

HonduranHonduranHonduran soccersoccersoccer geargeargear Lynn Rippelmeyer is trying to help others keep the kids busy and off the streets and drugs through their favorite sport: soccer. Please place used soccer equipment ‐‐ shoes, shin guards, goalie gloves, socks, jerseys or t‐shirts, even balls (deflated if possible) ‐‐ in the collection bin by the copy room door. Thank you to all who have supported this project over the years. You guys are the best. Want more info? Contact Lynn at (281) 356‐7506 or


Here’s an important important important update... You can now help by donating cash or Kroger cards or generic gift cards (only ‐‐ no checks, please, or other store‐specific cards); or by volunteering to help pack or deliver the food to the Montgomery County Food Bank every three weeks. See the display in Builders’ Hall. Identified cash donations are of course recorded and are tax‐deductible. Our commitment to the Buddy Backpack program is to feed 15 young students every weekend throughout the school year, as well as to recruit other faith communities into the project (three so far!). The next shopping dates are TUESDAYS, DECEMBER 2 & 23, and shopping team leader is Sean Kenneth Connelly. The next packing date is FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12, at 1PM, and the packing team leader is Michele Macias. The next delivery date is MONDAY, DECEMBER 15, at 10:15AM, and the delivery team leader is Sandy Tramel. Our program

co‐coordinators are Carol Stromatt and Alline Dawson. With general questions, and also to volunteer at the new MCFB facility, please e‐mail [email protected]@[email protected]

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RevRevRev. . . Morene BarkerMorene BarkerMorene Barker‐‐‐MorrisMorrisMorris, RSc.P. (832) 775‐6701 ••• [email protected]@[email protected]

Sheryl BoyleSheryl BoyleSheryl Boyle, RSc.P. (281) 650‐9287 ••• [email protected]@[email protected]

Ruth CatalognaRuth CatalognaRuth Catalogna, RSc.P. (832) 212‐3491 ••• [email protected]@[email protected]

111David DewhurstDavid DewhurstDavid Dewhurst, RSc.P. (281) 627‐2345 ••• [email protected]@[email protected]

Larry DinesLarry DinesLarry Dines, RSc.P. (713) 851‐8468 ••• [email protected]@[email protected]

Tammie EllisTammie EllisTammie Ellis, RSc.P. On leave of absence

Peggy EngelhardtPeggy EngelhardtPeggy Engelhardt, RSc.P. (281) 360‐2392 ••• [email protected]@[email protected]

RevRevRev... Sandra FinchSandra FinchSandra Finch, RSc.P. (281) 352‐3339 ••• [email protected]@[email protected]

Bobbie GiachiniBobbie GiachiniBobbie Giachini, RSc.P. Emerita ••• (713) 461‐3494

Jayne LeopoldJayne LeopoldJayne Leopold, RSc.P. (713) 449‐2875 ••• [email protected][email protected][email protected]

Cathy MacKenzieCathy MacKenzieCathy MacKenzie, RSc.P. (281) 630‐0763 ••• [email protected]@[email protected]

Sharon MignereySharon MignereySharon Mignerey, RSc.P. (281) 257‐6580 ••• [email protected]@[email protected]

Rev. Debra MorwoodRev. Debra MorwoodRev. Debra Morwood, RSc.P. (281) 651‐9295 ••• [email protected]@[email protected]

Malené NjeriMalené NjeriMalené Njeri, RSc.P. (281) 507‐4266 ••• [email protected]@[email protected]

Valinda OmaatValinda OmaatValinda Omaat, RSc.P. (713) 497‐4177 ••• [email protected]@[email protected]

Franceska PerotFranceska PerotFranceska Perot‐‐‐StarcevicStarcevicStarcevic, RSc.P. (832) 967‐9400 ••• [email protected]@[email protected]

Lilia ReadeLilia ReadeLilia Reade‐‐‐PellicanoPellicanoPellicano, RSc.P. ••• yo hablo español (832) 396‐3190 ••• [email protected]@[email protected]

Ann RichardsonAnn RichardsonAnn Richardson, RSc.P. (713) 471‐6030 • • • [email protected][email protected][email protected]

Lisa RyanLisa RyanLisa Ryan, RSc.P. (832) 797‐0159 ••• [email protected]@[email protected]

Shirley SandlinShirley SandlinShirley Sandlin, RSc.P. (281) 731‐5677 ••• [email protected]@[email protected]

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Barbara BaldwinBarbara BaldwinBarbara Baldwin, RSc.P. (713) 598‐6600 ••• [email protected]@[email protected]

RevRevRev... Myokei CaineMyokei CaineMyokei Caine‐‐‐BarrettBarrettBarrett, RSc.P. (713) 741‐1318 ••• [email protected]@[email protected]

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Please remember the ongoing life of your Center, which costs about $5,000 per week to fund, by doing your part and more if you can! You can make a fully tax deductible donation by credit/debit card, or via the PayPal link on our website and in our weekly e‐mails. If you prefer, in the bookstore you can sign up for an automatic monthly contribution! Thank you to all the CLCers who contributed to our fund for a new roof for the Learning Center. The work is now complete!

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♥♥♥ the blood drive team, who worked so hard around the November 2 drive, especially their leader, Margo Juarez, assisted by Angel, Sama & Amanda Juarez, Michael Duncan, Ken Dwight, David Ferrier, Janie Hoke, Tom Hooper, and Shirley Sandlin; plus all who brought food and/or gave blood. We again topped our quota, and a whole family from the neighborhood saw our signs and stopped in to donate! ♥♥♥ November’s Sunday musical guest, the magnificent Dana Cooper... ♥♥♥ Minister Debra Morwood, who led the Evening of Remembrance service assisted by practitioner Lilia Reade‐Pellicano, and the Grief & Loss group with practitioner Ruth Catalogna... ♥♥♥ Minister Marsha Lehman, for leading the Prosperity Plus class with practitioner David Dewhurst, and for hosting the community drumming... ♥♥♥ Minister Morene Barker‐Morris, for teaching the QuickStart class... ♥♥♥ Buddy Backpack’s packing volun‐teers Michele Macias (team leader), Deb Barnes, Marissa Breton, Malachi Burr, Ruth Catalogna, David Dewhurst, Michael Macias, Lorraine Sasser, Meleida Sierra, Carol Stromatt and Rhonda Toppel... ♥♥♥ Terrific Wednesday speaker, practitioner Lisa Ryan; Wednesday entertainers David Mayes, Troy McConnell, Tori Rock, and Dick Schmelzkopf; and support crew Bill Birch and Nancy Bonilla‐May... ♥♥♥ Maintenance volunteers Jimmy Caldwell and Sean Kenneth Connelly, for all they clean, repair, and restore around the campus... ♥♥♥ November’s Heartfelt Usher/Greeters, Bob Biddison, Jimmy Cald‐well, Linda Clesson, Ron DeLorme, Babs & David Dewhurst, Ken Dwight, Jeanice & Jerry Felkins, Linda & Tom Grayson, Elly Hard, Rick Huttner, Diana Jugon, Sharon Mignerey, Ann Richardson, Shirley Sandlin, Judith Sherbenou, and Sarah Westbrook, all coordinated by Bill MacKenzie!

CLC Board of TrusteesCLC Board of TrusteesCLC Board of Trustees

David Ferrier, President •• [email protected]@[email protected]

Zanne Dawson, Vice President •• [email protected]@[email protected]

Jesse Jennings, Secretary •• [email protected]@[email protected]

Alline Dawson •• [email protected]@[email protected]

David Dewhurst •• [email protected]@[email protected]

Denese Schmelzkopf •• [email protected]@[email protected]

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Debra Morwood, Treasurer •• [email protected]@[email protected]

Center recordingsCenter recordingsCenter recordings Individual CDs are $4. Use the bookstore clipboard to order, pre‐pay, then pick up, or add $2 per CD for mailing. Mail subscriptions: Either Sundays or Wednes‐

days are $60 for three months; $115, six months; $200, one year; $350 two years, including postage. For both Sundays and Wednesdays, double these prices. To order, visit the book shop, or go to our website and find the PayPal link.

In the bookshopIn the bookshopIn the bookshop The Ernest Holmes The Ernest Holmes The Ernest Holmes PapersPapersPapers, newly republished in one volume, Anatomy of Healing Prayer, Ideas of Power, and The Philosophy of Ernest Holmes ... $19.95 Glass stones:Glass stones:Glass stones: approxi‐mately 1‐1/2" wide, in assorted colors, with quotes by Ernest Holmes and others ... $1.50 Wisdom Cards: Wisdom Cards: Wisdom Cards: Beautifully designed deluxe card deck with 64 full‐color cards ... $15.95 LeatherLeatherLeather‐‐‐bound bound bound Science of Mind Science of Mind Science of Mind textbook textbook textbook with a concordance and gilded‐edge pages! ... $90.

These and many other items are available in the Creative Life book‐shop! We have books, audio, gifts, and wide selection of children’s titles and assorted stocking‐stuffers!

WeddingsWeddingsWeddings ♥♥♥♥♥♥ Rebecca Palmer and Oleg Umarov

were married on November 8th...

♥♥♥♥♥♥ April López and Jose Romero were married on November 15th... ♥♥♥♥♥♥ April Welch and Robert Hardy were married on November 21st... ♥♥♥♥♥♥ Elizabeth North and Miguel Flores were married on November 28th... These ceremonies were performed by minister Debra Morwood.

popoposssttt---FeFeFessstival tival tival book salebook salebook sale SUNDAY, DECEMBER 14 through JANUARY 11

In the Children’s Wing corridor of the

Learning Center 20% off20% off20% off

all displayed books, cards, gifts, calendars, and other items

(30% off to our Festival workers)

Holiday recipesHoliday recipesHoliday recipes sharing

7‐9PM

25 Christmas Day

NOVEMBER 30

CELEBRATIONSCELEBRATIONS 9:30 & 11, with minister

JESSEJESSEJESSE JENNINGSJENNINGSJENNINGS

Thanks for nothing...and

everything

RenFeRenFeRenFesssttt • 9AM (final day) Meditation Meditation • 10:15AM Prayer Circle Prayer Circle • 10:30 & 12 Children Children Children and Youth Youth Youth • 11 Grief & Loss Grief & Loss group • 12:30PM

Our World Within Our World Within Our World Within and Practitioner IIPractitioner IIPractitioner II

classes • 6:30PM

30

Bardic CircleBardic CircleBardic Circle 7PM

29 31 New Year’s Eve

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2

1 World AIDS Day

7 CELEBRATIONSCELEBRATIONS 9:30 & 11, with minister


Unified opposites: the other side

of the sun featuring musical guest featuring musical guest featuring musical guest

ROBINROBINROBIN HACKETTHACKETTHACKETT Meditation Meditation • 10:15AM Prayer Circle Prayer Circle • 10:30 & 12 Children Children Children and Youth Youth Youth • 11 Grief & Loss Grief & Loss group • 12:30PM Your Guide to Creative Your Guide to Creative Life Life • 1PM

24 Christmas Eve

4

A CourseA CourseA Course in Miraclesin Miraclesin Miracles discussion • 7PM

3


discussion • 12PM

MIDWEEKMIDWEEKMIDWEEK CELEBRATIONCELEBRATIONCELEBRATION::: Will the real

shadow please stand up?

JESSEJESSEJESSE JENNINGSJENNINGSJENNINGS • 7PM Music: DAVIDDAVIDDAVID MAYESMAYESMAYES

TuesdayTuesdayTuesday

WednesdayWednesdayWednesday

5

ThursdayThursdayThursday

6

HeartfeltHeartfeltHeartfelt LivingLivingLiving

class 9 of 11 • 10AM

CODACODACODA meeting • 5PM

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13

WhatWhatWhat’’’s Nots Nots Not to Love?to Love?to Love?

workshop • 9AM‐3PM


class 10 of 11 • 10AM


MondayMondayMonday

FridayFridayFriday

SaturdaySaturdaySaturday

SundaySundaySunday

8


classes • 6:30PM



Better than a light, safer than

a known way featuring musical guest featuring musical guest featuring musical guest

BOBBOBBOB LIVINGSTONLIVINGSTONLIVINGSTON

Meditation Meditation • 10:15AM Prayer Circle Prayer Circle • 10:30 & 12 Children Children Children and Youth Youth Youth • 11 Grief & Loss Grief & Loss group • 12:30PM Practitioners’ Tea Practitioners’ Tea • 2PM

CREATIVE LIFE SPIRITUAL CENTERCREATIVE LIFE SPIRITUAL CENTERCREATIVE LIFE SPIRITUAL CENTER 5326 Spring‐Stuebner Road, Spring, Texas 77389‐4574

[email protected] www.creativelife.org

(281) 350‐5157

12

Buddy Backpack Buddy Backpack Buddy Backpack packing team • 1PM

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final class • 10AM

CODA CODA CODA meeting • 5PM

Holiday Holiday Holiday singsingsing‐‐‐alongalongalong

offsite • 7PM Details:

[email protected]

10 Wisdom of Wisdom of Wisdom of

the Universe the Universe the Universe discussion • 12PM

MIDWEEKMIDWEEKMIDWEEK

CELEBRATIONCELEBRATIONCELEBRATION::: Spiritual keys to enjoyable

holidays JESSEJESSEJESSE JENNINGSJENNINGSJENNINGS • 7PM

Poetry: DICKDICKDICK SCHMELZKOPFSCHMELZKOPFSCHMELZKOPF


MARSHAMARSHAMARSHA LEHMANLEHMANLEHMAN

WRING out the old,

BLING in the new

Meditation Meditation • 10:15AM Prayer Circle Prayer Circle • 10:30 & 12 Children Children Children and Youth Youth Youth • 11 Grief & Loss Grief & Loss group • 12:30PM

15

Buddy Backpack Buddy Backpack Buddy Backpack

delivery team • 10:15AM


classes • 6:30PM

9

17


discussion • 12PM

MIDWEEKMIDWEEKMIDWEEK CELEBRATIONCELEBRATIONCELEBRATION::: The coming of

the cosmic Christ JESSEJESSEJESSE JENNINGSJENNINGSJENNINGS • 7PM

Music: BILLBILLBILL BIRCHBIRCHBIRCH

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18


26 Kwanzaa begins

11


16 Hanukkah begins at sundown

27


21 Winter Solstice/Yule

CELEBRATIONSCELEBRATIONS 9:30 & 11, with minister


The soul of the world: putting the “X” back in Xmas

Meditation Meditation • 10:15AM Prayer Circle Prayer Circle • 10:30 & 12

KidsKidsKids’ ’ ’ holiday party holiday party holiday party • 11 Grief & Loss Grief & Loss group • 12:30PM WomenWomen’’s Solstices Solstice 7PM

EVENT KEYEVENT KEYEVENT KEY Celebration service

SOM certificated class

Other class/group/event

Meditation/prayer/ritual

Music & arts event

Social/service/business

Youth event

DEBRADEBRADEBRA MORWOODMORWOODMORWOOD • 7PM

NO CLC ACTIVITIES TODAY

JAN. 1 New Year’s Day

NO CLC ACTIVITIES TODAY

Wisdom of the Universe Wisdom of the Universe Wisdom of the Universe discussion • 12PM

JESSEJESSEJESSE JENNINGSJENNINGSJENNINGS and CREATIVECREATIVECREATIVE LIFELIFELIFE MUSICIANSMUSICIANSMUSICIANS

7PM

Wisdom of the Universe Wisdom of the Universe Wisdom of the Universe discussion • 12PM

rev. marsha to speak - creative life spiritual centerall are welcome and you may join anytime....

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