Greater Philadelphia Center For Spiritual Living

Standing Up and Stepping Out

Rev. Dr. Maxine Kaye, talk from Mar 26, 2017: It is in this powerful moment of NOW that we move from the talking school to the walking school, standing in our truth, rising to a greater vision for ourselves and our Community and stepping up and into a full-body "YES." Our contributions are invaluable, the joy of commitment immeasurable, and the satisfaction of co-creating an inspired future priceless.

Commitment to Purpose

Rev. Dr. Maxine Kaye, talk from Mar 19, 2017: As we align our hearts and minds to our highest vision, mission, and purpose, we gladly commit to service, joining with others of like mind who align skills, enthusiasm, and intention to bring something remarkable into both the local and global environment. Working together with selfless service, we find freedom in giving our unique gifts and joy in witnessing the co-creation of an inspired and inspiring Community.

Deepening Faith, Expanding Good

Rev. Dr. Maxine Kaye, talk from Mar 12, 2017: Continuing to learn the eternal truths and dynamic principles of Science of Mind, we rely more and more completely upon Spirit as the Source of our Radiant Health, our Loving Relationships, our Creative Expression, and our Abundant Good. One with the Whole, each gives and receives an ever-growing supply of all that is needed and desired, the greatest gift being the effervescent Life of God loving, nurturing, guiding, and inspiring us to l...

In Accord and With Sacred Agreement

Rev. Dr. Maxine Kaye, talk from Feb 26, 2017: Entering into authentic agreement with Divine Life is one of the wisest choices we may make, as it is in such willing union with the Universe that we become open and receptive to a great and growing Good. The Perfect Plan for us emerges magnificently the moment we cease struggling and relax into the calm, clear awareness that the Universe is FOR us, the Presence adores us, and the Law responds TO us. With no more complaints, only constr...

Our Spiritual Prototype

Rev. Dr. Maxine Kaye, talk from Mar 05, 2017: In our personal lives and in the life and work of our Beloved Community, we are constantly learning, continually growing, and consciously expanding our divine idea beyond all previous experience or belief. We bring possibility into actuality by sustaining enthusiasm for the vital, dynamic, new Vision we are ready to birth into our world.

Led By Excellence

Rev. Dr. Maxine Kaye, talk from Feb 19, 2017: In a sense, each of us is "president of our own lives," as we lead beautiful, conscious, successful life experiences, guided by our inner principles, and following the inspiration of Spirit every day. No external opinion or advice dissuades us from listening deeply to our hearts and following the guidance of Infinite Intelligence. Nothing can surpass the appropriate and brilliant, internal leadings that move us with grace and ease into ea...

Equal Parts - Love and Wisdom

Rev. Dr. Maxine Kaye, talk from Feb 12, 2017: Here is an elegant statement, "Love is not blind - it sees more, not less. But because it is able to see more, it is willing to see less." ~ Attributed to Julius Moore As we celebrate Love, we realize that, without Wisdom, we may be misguided in our expression of It. Likewise, simply thinking things through without connecting with our hearts does not invite warm, caring experiences or relationships. Love and Wisdom are the two pillars on...

Each Unique; All The Same

Rev. Dr. Maxine Kaye, talk from Feb 5, 2017: There is only One Life: God's Life, and all creation is born of that Perfect Life. Like a beautiful garden, with many colors, shapes, and designs expressing their specialness in harmony with all other manifestations of Nature, so we, as individually-designed, yet uniquely formed divine-human beings, radiate the One Life in many distinctive, and exceptional ways. In our desire to understand, respect, and appreciate one another, we experie...

Let's Put It To Work

Rev. Dr. Maxine Kaye, talk from Jan 29, 2017: This talk is based on Ernest Holmes' The Science of Mind, Introductory Chapter IV, "How to Use It." Once we understand that there is a Presence which loves and nurtures unconditionally and a Law which responds accurately and dependably, we are able to enter authentically into real transformation of our hearts and minds and bring greater spiritual magnificence into our everyday, human existence. It is our honor and our privilege to rise up...

Being The Instrument

Rev. Dr. Maxine Kaye, talk from Jan 15, 2017: Universal Creative Intelligence is forever manifesting Itself through the inlet and outlet of our own mentality. As we become clear and willing instruments through which Divine Mind flows, we discover three important things: 1. God is omnipresent and always available to you because you are a spiritual being 2. You can channel all the good of the Infinite into your life and the lives of others by the way you think 3. The Law of Mind ceasel...

So Generous And So Agreeable

Rev. Dr. Maxine Kaye, talk from Jan 22, 2017: It is time we understood that the Universe withholds nothing from us; rather, Its gifts are given continuously and provide fulfillment, to the degree that we are able to accept them. Our beliefs become our reality, as the Law of Mind faithfully produces our deepest, truest ideas and attitudes. Once we realize that, in Ernest Holmes' words, "It is the nature of the Universe to give us what we are able to take. It cannot give us more. It ...

Peace On Earth; Peace In Me

Rev. Dr. Maxine Kaye, talk from Dec 25, 2016: We celebrate the birth of Divine Love and Perfect Peace today, first within our own hearts, then in the world itself, for, We are the ones we have been waiting for. Our Spiritual Community is such a haven of compassion and serenity, for we work conscientiously and powerfully on both the individual and collective levels of awareness, as we witness the growth of Peace in our lives. Christmas Day is the perfect time to allow Love to gather u...

Beginning with Natural Goodness

Rev. Dr. Maxine Kaye, talk from Jan 1, 2017: We inaugurate this New Year with a clear and loving focus on spirituality that works, a deeper understanding of the Principle of Being, and a truer embrace of the Divine Presence, alive within our daily life experiences. As Ernest Holmes explained, "God is not a person; God is a Presence personified in us. Spirituality is not a thing; It is the atmosphere of God's Presence, goodness truth and beauty. Religion is a life, a living." Scien...

Here's The Thing

Special guest Rev. Jackie Dougherty, Spiritual Leader for CSL Berks, talk from Jan 8, 2017: We're part of a Universal Wholeness, an Infinite Life, Power and Intelligence. Ernest Holmes chose to call God "The Thing Itself," thus avoiding any anthropomorphic concept of God. This "Thing" is the only thing - the one Substance everything is made of, and the Cause of everything. It is pure Spirit, invisible, without form, yet more real than anything we see. Thomas Troward said, "We cannot ...

Love Comes to Fulfill the Law

Rev. Dr. Maxine Kaye, talk from Dec 18, 2016: As the Christ Consciousness prepares to be reborn in each heart, we remain steadfast in our ability to speak each word of truth with confidence and faith, knowing we can rely on the dependable, accurate, powerful Law of Sowing and Reaping to correct and perfect all that now reveals itself for healing. Whether we call this inner presence The Buddha, Atman, Emanuel, or Christ, it is the Gift of Divine Love moving through humanity to clearly...

Callings: In Search of an Authentic Life

Special guest Gregg Levoy, talk from Dec. 11, 2016: "Callings" are urges from the deep self that tell us what it will take to make our lives literally "come true." They point us toward awakenings, course-corrections, and powerful authenticity. Gregg - writer, journalist, management, organizational, and governmental consultant, television guest, and inspirational speaker - leads, inspires, and expands our perception of the possible, as he shows the way to touch and embrace real passi...

A Greater Degree of Livingness

Rev. Dr. Maxine Kaye, talk from Dec 4, 2016: Moving into the Season of Light and Love, we delight in our individual and collective expansion of consciousness. The aliveness we felt yesterday cannot measure up to our clear, conscious feelings of being a part of Something Greater. When we realize we are held constantly in the Divine Embrace and guided continuously by Infinite Wisdom, we find ourselves free to move courageously and authentically into a deeper connection with Spirit, a w...

Beyond Alpha and Omega

Rev. Dr. Maxine Kaye, talk from Nov. 27, 2016: We believe in the eternity, the immortality, and the continuity of the individual soul, forever and ever expanding. Ernest Holmes, Declaration of Principles. Although there is a definite beginning and outcome with each expression of the Creative Process, from the Invisible to the visible, there is neither beginning nor ending to Life Itself. Life is a continuum, expanding constantly into greater and greater realms of joyous and fruitful ...

Awakening to Gratitude

Rev. Dr. Maxine Kaye, talk from Nov. 20, 2016: As we grow in awareness from the part to the whole, and true forgiveness develops into authentic love, so all negative feelings or thoughts transform into real appreciation and gratitude. Thanksgiving is the key to unlocking the Presence of Oneness and Healing for all the world.

Heaven Is Like Leaven

Rev. Dr. Maxine Kaye, talk from Nov. 13, 2016: We are always expanding in consciousness from the human to the Divine, from the lesser to the greater, and from the unreal to the Real. This process occurs as gracefully as we are willing and able to release beliefs of limitation or insufficiency and enter into our true, spiritual magnificence. We grow into our greater Truth with ease and joy.

What Is Right With Our World

Rev. Dr. Maxine Kaye, talk from Nov 6, 2016: As we willingly look beyond any appearance of lack, duality or separation, we are presented with the glorious picture of Wholeness which is always expressing through the circumstances. Viewing the Universe as the context of Harmony and Divine Right Activity, we are able to perceive all the contents in the world aligning with the underlying Truth and see them as stepping stones, rather than stumbling blocks.

Saints vs. Sinners

Rev. Dr. Maxine Kaye, talk from Oct 30, 2016: As human judgment abates and Divine Compassion comes forth, we become willing and able to see and to celebrate Spirit within all beings. As Meister Eckhart asked of us, "Let God be God in you," eliminating the need to believe anyone could possibly live outside Spirit's Life. Just as the Law of Mind is, "an equal opportunity employee," so the Presence of the Divine equally perceives each individualized expression of Itself as beautiful, wh...

Spiritually Magnificent Living

Rev. Dr. Maxine Kaye, talk from Oct 23, 2016: "We encourage our community members to live courageous, fearless lives and to be passionate about its possibilities." - Centers for Spiritual Living This teaching is not about pretending to be "merely human" but is about embracing the vast Life of Spirit within, as we become more and more of the Self we were intended to be. Having been created in the image and likeness of the Divine, and filled with a glorious Power for Good, we choose t...

Bringing the Real into the Relative

Rev. Dr. Maxine Kaye, talk from Oct 16, 2016: Knowing that there is only One Power, and that It is a Power for Good, we remember that Creative Intelligence brings every form into being from the Invisible to the visible, and that all creation partakes in the Original Goodness. It is as we focus on the Divine within the form that we realign with First Cause and recognize Spirit's attributes within everything and everyone we encounter. Relative appearances change, while the Absolute alw...

Encouragement Through Example

Rev. Dr. Maxine Kaye, talk from Oct 9, 2016: As we truly live in alignment with Principle, we model for others the fruits of the spiritual evolutionary path. Gently and powerfully, we light the way for an illumined world to emerge, one beloved soul after another. Allowing Spirit to inform others by our example, we invite genuine love and authentic living to inspire the awakening of all humanity to their spiritual evolution.

Becoming a Generous Receiver

Rev. Dr. Maxine Kaye's talk from Aug 21, 2016: It has been said that, "You can trust a universe that produces flowers!" Truly, Life gives of its bounty, beauty, and goodness in many forms, and we have the ability to respond with open-hearted acceptance and gratitude. The Giver of Life delights in gracious receptivity, and our Abundance expands with our appreciation.

Our Fair Sharing

Rev. Dr. Maxine Kaye's talk from Aug 28, 2016: Choosing to be good stewards of our personal lives and the life of the planet, we appreciate our possessions without allowing them to possess us, utilize earth's resources with respect, and desire the greatest good for everyone on the planet. There truly is enough for all, and we take great pleasure in revealing this truth to others, as we live it with authenticity

Welcome To Our World

Rev. Dr. Maxine Kaye, talk from Sep 11, 2016: As we engage in meaningful activity with the larger community, we love feeling ourselves to be an essential presence in our local area and in the world. Whether feeding or clothing those in need or "lifting the collective unconscious," we delight in making a positive difference with a clear, conscious approach to life. We feel alive with the Divine Life that we are ready and willing to share with all beings. We love opening hearts and min...

Courageous Re-Entry Into Original Goodness

Rev. Dr. Maxine Kaye's talk from Jan 10, 2016: The world has learned all it should through pain and suffering. When we discover how our beliefs create our reality and understand the accuracy and dependability of the Law, we finally are capable of planting hearty and beneficial seeds that bring about a healthy transformation in our consciousness. Reading introductory Chapter II in Science of Mind would be good preparation for this lesson.

Commencement - It's Just The Beginning

Rev. Dr. Maxine's talk from Aug 30, 2015: As we celebrate each accomplishment, we know that our confidence deepens and our joy expands, so we may continue moving along a path of ever-increasing and satisfying co-creative activity.

Love - A Cosmic Force

Creative Thinking = Creative Living

Rev. Dr. Maxine Kaye's talk from Jan 3, 2016: We envision a world that works for everyone and for all of creation. As everything begins in the One Mind, and Its Creative Intelligence is active within each of us, we have the joyous responsibility of raising the vibration of our thoughts to co-create a world of health and harmony. Reading introductory Chapter I in Science of Mind would be good preparation for this lesson.

Brave and Free

Rev. Dr. Maxine's talk from July 5, 2015: True freedom always requires courage, so entering into the mind-set of bravery assures liberty from restrictive, subconscious patterns of negativity. As we approach this inner work with earnest intention and resolve, we enter into a boundless life experience of joyful expansion.