2007 Programs
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WINTER 2007 |
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Jan. 7 2007 |
“NEW VISION FOR A
NEW YEAR” The key to living a meaningful life is to find out why we are here. This morning we explore what that personal mission could possibly be. This may well be the right occasion to invite your family and friends to enjoy this very delightful and wonderful event with you!  ........................................1197 |
| Jan. 14 |
“WHAT IS GOD ?” It seems that a Higher Power made it possible for us to be here. If so, how are we to understand It? One answer may be to consider a new concept of the Trinity. ........................................1198 |
| Jan. 21 |
“THE GREAT
AFFIRMATION” This interpretation of the Lord's Prayer for the 21st Century explains how each of us has access to the Higher Power, here & now. ........................................1199 |
| Jan. 28 |
“AN EASY WAY TO
MEDITATE” Use these seven simple, clear steps to let go of stress, achieve inner peace & guidance for your life's choices. ........................................1200 |
| Feb. 4 |
“HOW TO INTERPRET
DREAMS” A whole new world of meaning opens up for us when we know how to benefit from the messages of our dreams. After this talk, the night is yours... ........................................1201 |
| Feb. 11 |
“LOVE, THE GLOBAL
SOLUTION” Just think of how many of the world's problems could be solved & our personal needs met too, by the gentle activity of the seven elements of Love. ........................................1202 |
| Feb. 18 |
“DOES LIFE MAKE
SENSE ?” This is your invitation to explore three eternal verities that will likely form the foundation for a creative, noble life in today's culture & society. ........................................1203 |
| Feb. 25 |
“TREAT YOURSELF
TO WELLNESS” The application of the Seven Principles of the Self-Healing can make a wonder-ful contribution to the quality of our existence and also that of our loved ones. ........................................1204 |
| Mar. 4 |
“THE ROAD TO
SELF-RELIANCE” How to let go of feelings of inadequacy & insecurity and increase our sense of confidence and self-worth. ........................................1205 |
| Mar. 11 |
“WHAT TO DO ABOUT
DEPRESSION” This talk offers good news for those challenged by moods of discouragement and hopelessness. Yes, there is a way out ! ........................................1206 |
| Mar. 18 |
“THE PROMISE OF
SPRING” We too are part of Nature and therefore have the potential to renew ourselves & re-invent our situation. Look how one attitude will help make it happen. ........................................1207 |
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SPRING 2007 |
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| Mar. 25 |
“YOUR SOURCE OF
STRENGTH” Where shall we turn when we feel inadequate and depleted ? Many have found answers in the ancient book of Psalms, the “Songs of God” ........................................1208 |
| April 1 |
“THE CONQUEST OF
FEAR” The message of Palm Sunday & Holy Week conveys how Jesus, our elder brother, teaches us what to do when confronted with incredible challenges... ........................................1209 |
| April 8 |
“LIFE BEYOND THIS
LIFE” Easter is the festival of Immortality. Is it true that human beings survive physical death and continue in another dimension ? The answer is yes & this talk (by request) shows how & why. ........................................1210 |
| April 15 |
“THOUGHT IS
DESTINY” The time has come to bring physics & meta-physics, science & spirituality together. We do so with help from 3 great minds: Benedict Spinoza, Emmet Fox & Albert Einstein. What role do we play ? ........................................1211 |
| April 22 |
“SILENCING THE
CRITIC WITHIN” Sometimes our best intentions & efforts are ruined by negative self-talk. Wouldn’t it be nice if that inner critic could be silenced ? This morning we’ll find a way to do just that... ........................................1212 |
| April 29 |
“WHERE THERE’S A
WILL” It is amazing what we can accomplish providing we really want to do it. Here are 5 ideas to move us in the right direction. ........................................1213 |
| May 6 |
“SOUL FOOD FOR
FEELING GOOD” From the teachings of Ralph Waldo Emerson, Raymond Charles Barker & Bernie Siegel come these practical suggestions for feeling great. ........................................1214 |
| May 13 |
“MOTHERS OF A NEW
WORLD” Mother’s Day inspires us to believe, conceive, give birth to, nourish & care for that which creates & builds a better world. We honor those who did. ........................................1215 |
| May 20 |
“YOUR SOVEREIGN
SELF” We know that humans always act like the person they believe they are. But the self-image can also be changed. As Jesus taught: there’s a Kingdom in you! Let Victoria Day be the symbol of this royal fact. ........................................1216 |
| May 27 |
“A KOAN A DAY” Add magic to your meditations with these Zen prescriptions for enlightenment. Buddha’s birthday celebration can be fun! ........................................1217 |
| June 3 |
"YOUR NEEDS MET" To be happy we seek to satisfy our five basic human needs. How we can become more prosperous in all areas of our experience is this morning’s topic. Enjoy! ........................................1218 |
| June 10 |
"HOW
TO STOP WORRYING" We all know that worry saps our energy & prevents normal creative functioning. This talk shows clearly what we can do about this, starting right now. ........................................1219 |
| SUMMER 2007 | |
| June 17 |
"ARE
WE THERE YET ?" One of the great benefits of saluting Father’s Day is that it offers a wonderful opportunity to take a closer look at how we can improve our relationships. With guidance from the writings of Ervin Seale. ........................................1220 |
| June 24 |
“BEYONE THE SECRET” "The Secret" message is a best seller. A little digging reveals another secret, also a priceless treasure. (by request) ........................................1221 |
| July 1 |
“WHY WE LOVE CANADA” On Canada Day : In praise of our precious homeland, the true North, strong & free! And ... the promise it holds for each of us. ........................................1222 |
| July 8 |
“DYNAMICS OF THE WEST” Stampede Sunday inspires us to proclaim the magnificent success strategy that builds the grand life that can be ours. ........................................1223 |
| July 15 |
“BUDDHISM” , or : The Way of the Sage of the Sakyas. The teachings about enlightenment, their origins and their impact on the world, then & now. Your attendance will count for good merit, suggests our presenter Tony VanderVliet... ........................................1224 |
| July 22 |
“THE POWER OF AFFIRMATION” When we realize that the words we use have real power & influence, our self-talk & our Communications begin to improve. ........................................1225 |
| July 29 |
“HOW TO ALTER YOUR LIFE” Welcome to the wonderful world of Emmet Fox, where everything can be changed for the better, starting now. ........................................1226 |
| Aug. 5 |
“IDEAS FOR WHOLENESS” Presenters Pat Alfke, MaryRose Regan & Juliet Raza of our Spiritual Healing Group share their informed insights & wisdom. ........................................1227 |
| Aug. 12 |
“WHEN SKIES ARE GREY” Difficult times could be a wake-up call from the Universe. What we need to know to respond constructively, is what it's all about this morning. ........................................1228 |
| Aug. 19 |
“WHAT IS A CHRISTIAN ?” The Christian Faith is being hotly debated in the mass media. They ask: where do you fit in ? We ask: Well, just what are the teaching of the founder, Jesus Christ ? ........................................1229 |
| Aug. 26 |
“THE ART OF FORGIVING” Feelings of guilt, anger, revenge & resentment ruin our joy & happiness. The obvious answer is forgiveness. But how do you do it? (by request) ........................................1230 |
| Sept. 2 |
"GOING FORWARD" Labor Day motivates us to make our existence count like never before. Here is how. ........................................1231 |
| Sept. 9 |
"QUEST FOR UNDERSTANDING" Presenter Dorothy Hoskin explores history, astronomy & mythology to show that life becomes more exciting when we view each experience as contributing to a clearer perspective than we had before. ........................................1232 |
| AUTUMN 2007 | |
| Sept. 16 |
"THE OMNI MODEL" Ever wonder how to comprehend the Higher Power called God ? Join us today for an answer that comes directly from deliberations in our Spring Course (by request) ........................................1233 |
| Sept. 23 |
“DONT' BITE THE HOOK” Handling difficult people becomes easier with the thought "What you think of me is none of my business" (by request) ........................................1234 |
| Sept. 30 |
“ONE DAY IT HAPPENS” Sometimes "our tangle is so muddled" that we really need a big idea to get a new lease on life. Here it is : The Beth-El Wake-up call. ........................................1235 |
| Oct. 7 |
“WHAT GRATITUDE CAN DO” Our Thanksgiving celebration becomes an expression of personal transformation in seven beautiful ways. ........................................1236 |
| Oct. 14 |
“THE LEAVES MUST FALL” The Autumn Season clearly shows us that life is change. Discover how changes can be for the better with this creative Strategy that works for you. ........................................1237 |
| Oct. 21 |
“ONE WISE CHOICE” Every day a flood of depressing media news disturbs & upsets people. So, how can we remain calm, productive & focused on the good? (by request) ........................................1238 |
| Oct. 28 |
“FOUR STAGES TO ENLIGHTENMENT” Halloween sets the stage for unmasking our real freedom. With the sublime teachings of the Buddha & the Christ. ........................................1239 |
| Nov. 4 |
“VISION QUEST” Exploring one of the earliest known human attempts at spiritual understanding... The ancient yearning is still deeply felt by aware seekers in our culture, now. ........................................1240 |
| Nov. 11 |
“GIVING PEACE A CHANCE” The heroes we remember today did all they could to create a free world without conflict. Now, the challenge is our... We come early this morning to observe 2 minutes silence at 11 a.m. ........................................1241 |
| Nov. 18 |
“THE CASE FOR OPTIMISM” Everyone projects an attitude of expectation. The one that gets the best results involves five steps to cultivate. ........................................1242 |
| Nov. 25 |
“STRESS SOLOUTION” The most joyous of Seasons frequently is also the most stressful. These six movements in consciousness make things a lot more comfortable (by request) ........................................1243 |
| DECEMBER 2007 | |
| Dec. 2 |
“THE SANTA PERSONALITY” The mythical character of Santa Claus, show magnetic qualities we can apply in getting along with others & building a friendlier & more generous culture. ........................................1244 |
| Dec. 9 |
“CHRISTMAS TRANSFORMATION” From the Christmas Carol tale of Charles Dickens comes good news: no matter how negative an individual may have become, a complete change-over for the better is possible. Here's how... ........................................1245 |
| Dec. 16 |
“CHRISTMAS ENLIGHTENMENT” Isaiah wrote: "The people that walked in darkness have seen a great light". Festivals of Divali, Hanukkah & Christmas all symbolize an inner light that brightens up the darkest time of winter. ........................................1246 |
| Dec. 23 |
“THE HEART OF CHRISTMAS” The metaphysical interpretation of the ancient Christmas narrative reveals the greatest Christmas present of all. Within us a new being emerges. ........................................1247 |
| Dec. 30 |
“CLOSING TIME” Now is the time for the healing of memories, for forgiving ourselves & others and for converting the imagery of the past into a new vision of a happy & creative future. ........................................1248 |
| Jan 6 '08 |
“A HAPPY NEW YEAR” Everyone expresses the wish! Today, we investigate the attitudes, open to all of us, that help make the desire for real happiness come true in 2008. This may well be the right occasion to invite your family and friends to enjoy this very delightful, informative event with you! ........................................1249 |
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