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Topic: “Divine Discontent or Simply Next”

Description: Would you say what drives you is a state of divine discontent or a sense of just moving on to what’s next in life?  Reverend Rebecca Gibson talked about the  differences between human behavior (the ego) and spiritual behavior (guidance) when it comes to seeking for that which fulfills us; seeking for that which removes one’s sense of lack; seeking for that which connects us to something or to someone.

Reading: “Is That All There Is?” by Peggy Lee

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Topic: “The Final Phase of Truth.”

Rev. Jay McCormick explained that what is requested by spirit is simply trust. We are not asked to judge which thoughts we need to let go of or hold, but to release everything but our trust.  We are told a vision of a period in awakening called the ‘fourth and final phase’ where we walk upon the earth in joy.  We receive all without really needing any of it.  We will not experience distractions.  We will not know death, for our sense of self has been given up and we’ve passed through the fearful step of facing the end of our familiar false self.  Come and experience the wonderful vision of this state of existence that awaits but our choice.

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Topic:“Sourced from Within – living as Reality.”

Rev. Gloria Wells explained how “accepting what is” has helped her along her path towards awakening.  “Living as Reality” is accepting that which is right here and now, and is “Self-Realization”.

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Topic: “Faith Without Works is Dead”

Description: Rev. Carrie led a discussion about becoming cheerfully curious about noticing where we might be allowing fear, doubt, guilt, etc. to block us from “walking our talk” in ways seemingly small or large. Recognizing and expanding our capacity and willingness for works of faith in sweet and gentle ways.

Reading: Kathy Smith read an excerpt from NTI Luke Chapter 12

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Topic: “What is Resistance”

Description: Rev. Regina Dawn Akers led a discussion about resistance. What is it really? Is it something to be afraid of? Something to be ashamed of? Something to deny? Or is it better to be openly aware of resistance?

Reading: Rev. Wanda Almonte read an excerpt from NTI Luke, Chapter 11

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Topic: “The Miracle of Willingness”

Rev. Jay discussed how we are taught that in our willingness, we extend help in the healing process more than we know.  Be not concerned with your worldly role of either “leader” or “follower” in the work, rather the inner path of peace is the focus, filled with the love and joy of God within, the True Self.

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Topic: “The Common Denominator”

Rev. Gloria Wells discussed the meaning of the Resurrection.

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Topic: “The Goal of Meditation”

Description: Rev. Regina Dawn Akers looked at the goal of meditation, specific mediation recommendations and the question, “Is meditation necessary?”

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Topic: “Surrender”

Description: Rev. Jacquelyn Eckert discussed what it means to surrender, why we should surrender and how to practice surrender.

Reading: Rev. Rebecca Gibson read selected quotes from Michael Singer, Eckhart Tolle and Ramana Maharshi.