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Center for Spiritual Living C.O.L.O.R.S
5420 Kimmerly Glen Lane
Charlotte, NC 28215
704-393-5157
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5420 Kimmerly Glen Lane
Charlotte, NC 28215

 

Our Upcoming Services

Reverend Claire allows Spirit to guide her through Sunday talks. Spirit knows who is there and what they need to hear. We each see events differently and we each receive only what we are able to hear. We invite you to come and join us on this spiritual journey.

Guided Meditations - 10:30am
September 12, 2010 (11:30 AM)
Guided Meditations: Sundays, 10:30am, before Service
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Our service on Sunday

Guided Meditations - 10:30am
September 12, 2010 (11:30 AM)
Guided Meditations: Sundays, 10:30am, before Service
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Science of Mind Classes | Science of Mind 100 Series | Science of Mind 200 Series | Science of Mind 300 Series

Science of Mind 300 Series

Science of Mind 300 Series - Practitioner Studies

The Science of Mind 300 Series is designed for the serious student. It is intended to deepen the student's practice and understanding of Affirmative Prayer and our power to co-create our world. Currently, prerequisites for the 300 series are successful completion of the SOM 100 and SOM 200 courses. SOM 300 consists of 32 weekly classes divided into four terms.

The successful student, upon completion of the 300 Series, will have completed the necessary requirements to apply for licensing as a Practitioner. months

TERM 1 – 10 Weeks – How Life Gets To Be The Way It Is

Text: The Science of Mind (1938) – Ernest Holmes, Care of the Soul – Thomas Moore, Practicing the Presence – Joel Goldsmith

TERM 2 – 10 Weeks – Living a Life of Choice

Text: The Principles of Healing – H.B. Jeffrey, Living The Science of Mind – Ernest Holmes, Effective Prayer – Ernest Holmes (if available, booklet)

TERM 3 – 5 Weeks – Living Life Fully

Text: Elegant Choices, Healing Choices – Marsha Sinetar, The Bible

TERM 4 – 7 Weeks – Practitioner-Client Relationship

Practitioner-Client Session. Professional Skills & Responsibilities.
Text: Will The Real Me Please Stand Up? – John Powell, S.J. and Loretta Brady, M.S.W., The ICSL Practitioner Manual

 

Science of Mind Classes | Science of Mind 100 Series | Science of Mind 200 Series | Science of Mind 300 Series

Science of Mind 200 Series

The Science of Mind 200 series consists of more than twenty options from a core curriculum developed by International Centers for Spiritual Living. This continuing education in the Science of Mind and Spirit helps the student gain a deeper understanding of the guiding principles that lead to more fulfilling, positives lives.

Here's a complete list of the 200 series curriculum:

  • The Mind-Body Connection
  • The Power of Decision
    This Thing Called You
  • Spiritual Laws
  • Spiritual Economics
  • What the Mystics Taught
  • Edinburgh Lectures
  • Emerson's Essays
  • Bible History & Scholarship
  • Metaphorical Approach to the Bible
  • Metaphysical Bible
  • Myth and Spirit
  • Creative Process In the Individual – Thomas Troward
  • The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success
  • Spiritual Fitness
  • It's All God
  • The Magic of the Soul
  • Financial Freedom
  • Principles of Successful Living
  • Self Mastery: The Emergence of the True Self
  • Meditation Class
  • Exploring Roots
  • Essential Ernest Holmes
  • Shortcut To A Miracle, How to Change Your Consciousness and Transform Your Life
  • Essential Emma Curtis Hopkins
 

Science of Mind Classes | Science of Mind 100 Series | Science of Mind 200 Series | Science of Mind 300 Series

Science of Mind 100 Series

Science of Mind 100 covers aspects of metaphysical thought, its principles, and practices. Students develop greater self-awareness, understanding of the nature of reality, how life has a spiritual basis, and learns techniques for inner and outer transformation. Four classes, each eight weeks in length, are offered. Most classes are generally offered from September through May, with a lighter schedule during the summer months.

The main text is The Science of Mind by Ernest Holmes – available in our book store.

The Spiritual Path

Introduces students to the background, history, and beginnings of Science of Mind as well as to a new concept of God. Classes explore how God relates to the individual and how thought creates our personal reality.

This course covers the first 60 pages of The Science of Mind, and introduces the steps of Affirmative Prayer.

The Nature of Effective Prayer

Gives the student a thorough understanding of the nature and practice of Affirmative Prayer. Incorporates exercises that develop the student's understanding of how to pray effectively for themselves. Participants practice by writing spiritual mind treatments.

This course covers pages 63-83 in The Science of Mind Text Book.

Building A Healing Consciousness

Students deepen their understanding of effective Affirmative Prayer, and develop a greater understanding of the nature of the creative process in the individual. The student will begin building a healing consciousness through his/her Affirmative Prayer work.

This course covers pages 111-128 and 163-186 in The Science of Mind.

Principles of Successful Living

Students explore the role of consciousness in co-creating their own lives. Developing a positive, life-affirming consciousness is one of the goals of this class. Upon successful completion, participants will have a greater understanding of our place in this spiritual universe and our relation to the One Creative Source.

This course covers pages 266-321 in The Science of Mind Text Book.

New Foundations

Students are introduced to the Core Concepts of the Science of Mind and taught how to apply these Universal Principles to his/her own life. Meditation and Spiritual Mind Treatment are taught as daily practices. The class is experiential, with many guided meditations and exercises to assist students in embracing and incorporating Science of Mind Principles.

Text: The Science of Mind Text Book; Living The Science of Mind – Ernest Holmes

Spiritual Practices for Daily Living:

Students learn how to develop lifetime habits of meditation and Affirmative Prayer.

Text: Journey of Awakening – Ram Dass; Can We Talk to God? – Ernest Holmes

Beyond Limits

Explores the intuitive perceptions of Ernest Holmes and his scientific approach to the spiritual laws of the universe. It also includes PowerPoint presentations.

Text: How to Change Your Life – Ernest Holmes
Creative Ideas: A Spiritual Compass for Personal Expression – Ernest Holmes

Power of Your Word

Power of Your Word is an introduction to prayer. Students learn the nature of prayer and how to pray more effectively.

Text: Words that Heal Today – Ernest Holmes
The Science of Mind Text Book(1938) – Ernest Holmes
How to Use the Science of Mind – Ernest Holmes
Can We Talk to God? – Ernest Holmes

 

Education: Science of Mind Classes

Science of Mind (also referred to as “Religious Science”) is the core teaching of Centers for Spiritual Living. Science of Mind is a philosophy that integrates spiritual truths with science and physics.

Purpose & Mission

Simply put, Science of Mind teaches the unity of all life. Intentions and ideas flow through a field of consciousness, which actually affects and creates the world around us. This idea is common to most major religions and is supported by the teachings of psychology and quantum physics.

About Us

In Science of Mind, we believe that the secret to living a successful life is to consciously choose positive and productive thoughts. Put another way, “As you think, so you become.” It is the intention of the International Centers for Spiritual Living to use Science of Mind principles as a force for good in our world by transforming personal lives.

The Sunday experience at Center for Spiritual Living C.O.L.O.R.S. is great, and the music and words inspire us. Then we mix and mingle. We meet and greet. We share with like-minded people; congeniality runs high, and we make some new friends, acquaintances or even business contacts, and it is truly a rewarding and enjoyable time.

But, what then? Do you go home to satisfyingly reconnect with those with whom you share domestic bliss? Or do you fortify yourself with the morning's message and return to the person or issue that you forgot for a couple of hours? Or perhaps you return to the loneliness of wondering "but, what now?"

When you are ready to take it to the next level, you decide to see for yourself what Science of Mind classes are really all about. What you find is a spiritual gathering place for people who are committed to greater focus and clarity in determining what they really want their lives to be about. You also find a common purpose and desire to more deeply understand and apply Universal Laws.

Those who "stay the course" form an incredible bond, unified by their dedication to applying spiritual principles to the everyday problems of human living. This is a movement from theory to embodiment. As you study the Science of Mind, you awaken to the dawning of new insights upon your consciousness. Suddenly, the words Life, Principle, Reality, the Law of Mind, Pure Awareness, God, and Spiritual Mind Treatment take on a new significance. There is an excitement in working and supporting you and others in using the Science of Mind and Spirit, to more effectively, promptly, and constructively move through obstacles and ultimately to manifest desired results.

What Students Say about Science of Mind Classes:

"I wanted something to change and through classes I realized I needed to be the change I wanted to see." K.N.

"Science of Mind principles are simple, and yet demand daily practice and application. When I was willing to do the work, that's when new and great manifestations started occurring in my life." C.F.

"Science of Mind saved my life. No kidding!. Through learning how to think I really did learn how to live a full rich life " L.S.

"Classes keep me growing. When I am involved in classes I continually work my practices and learn more about myself, which reawakens within me my Divine greatness." C.L.

"I awoke to the inner dynamics of why I was experiencing such turmoil in my life!" M.T.

"Science of Mind classes were the door that opened me not only to the spiritual principles that govern my life, but to incredible bonding with my like-minded class members!" S.M.

"Seek and ye shall find. Well, classes gave me the permission to see with new eyes and to seek from within myself for the answers and the love I desired." M.S

Contact Person

Rev. Claire 704-713-5157

 

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About Us

Center for Spiritual Living C.O.L.O.R.S invites you to visit our spiritual community to explore new possibilities for your life. Our center is dedicated to helping individuals discover the spiritual tools and an inner Power that has the ability to transform lives and make the world a better place.

Center for Spiritual Living C.O.L.O.R.S is an affiliated member of the International Centers for Spiritual Living. Our center was founded in July, 2001 by Rev Claire Middleton. We changed our name from "Church of Light” to “Center for Spiritual Living C.O.L.O.R.S.”

We offer a practical spiritual teaching that draws on the wisdom of the ages and New Thought principles, in order to promote awakening and personal growth. With a variety of services available, Center for Spiritual Living C.O.L.O.R.S meets the needs of families, singles, children, adults, and seniors. Whatever your lifestyle or spiritual path, you will feel welcomed. Our spiritual community is ready to embrace, love, and accept you as you are. Everyone is included on the path to God!

If you are looking for a warm, dynamic, loving community of like-minded people, we encourage you to visit Center for Spiritual Living - C.O.L.O.R.S and claim the life your soul is seeking.

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MosaicWelcome to C.O.L.O.R.S.!

We honor your path on your spiritual journey. We offer love, support, fellowship and affirmative prayer (Spiritual Mind Treatment).

The Center for Spiritual Living, C.O.LO.R.S., is a member of International Centers for Spiritual Living and we recognize that all there is, is God. We understand that our beliefs out-picture as people, places and events in our lives.

We have the ability to examine our belief system and come to a clearer understanding of the truth and operating from this greater truth change our lives. We know that we are always supported, connected and guided by our source, God. We are always supported and guided to our greater good.

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Center for Spiritual Living™ <Designator> provides spiritual tools to transform our personal lives and help make the world a better place.

Center for Spiritual Living <Designator> is a spiritual community that honors all paths to God and can help you experience a personal relationship with God. When God is the focus of our spirituality, then other areas of our lives fall into place – we are happier, we can do more for others, be better stewards of the Earth, and help bring peace and harmony to the world.

If you are in search of a spiritual community where you are respected and accepted for who you are and want the inspiration and support to grow to your highest potential, please accept our invitation to visit us soon!

 

Message from Rev. Claire Middleton Rev Claire Middleton

I was a seeker of truth prior to my teens and always will be. It has taken me on many a spiritual adventure. Each place was an opportunity to learn more about God, and my relationship to the Universe. About fifteen years ago, that search took me to First Church of Religious Science in New York City. I left that auditorium excited about the combining of science and God, and the intelligence that was being expressed.

It has taken that long, a move to Charlotte and a willingness to study and experience many changes in my life, to bring me to the founding of the Church of Light. In July of 2001, I completed my training for the ministry, and it has been a wonderful whirlwind ever since. I know that the time has come for this teaching that embraces the teaching of all great religions, because they have within them the same Universal truth. It is an answer to the many questions of who we are, how we can experience more of the good in our lives, tap into our spiritual power, live life more peacefully, lovingly, joyously, abundantly and wholly.

It is a "take responsibility" teaching in which you recognize your thinking and belief system and understand that changing limiting thoughts to the unlimited changes your experience. It is a working teaching. Every day we endeavor to be more and more mindful of who and what we are—God expressed.

If you are looking for a guilt-free God that says yes to your greater good, then come join us as we step into our true magnificence!

 

Laura&CraigWe’re forever grateful for this teaching – It has given us the substance with which to live in our Truth, to create music and bring healing to ourselves and the world vbc.

- Craig & Laura Berman Benelli

Isa GreenbergI am constantly amazed and inspired by the abundance of love present and the lives that are being lived by my center's members and leaders!  Due to these teachings I live every day to the fullest, giving thanks for the light and consciousness that has been passed along to me!
- Isa Greenberg

Jay PoindexterI live, move, breathe and have my being in a universe that works for me.  This teaching helps me remember to keep this awareness, this consciousness, at the front of my thinking.
- Jay Poindexter

Frankie TimmersMy life went from black & white to color when I stepped into the spiritual world of International Centers for Spiritual Living. The color has become more and more vibrant inside and out and I feel profoundly blessed. Life is Brilliant!
- Frankie Timmers