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Our Vision: Inspiring and Uplifting
Every One of Us to Transform the World!
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Volume 19, Issue 8 A -- August 7, 2019
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My Grateful Heart
Rev. Lea Alvarado
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 Hello lovely beings,
This month’s theme is Gratitude and there is so much to be grateful for! I’m incredibly grateful to have been guided to this amazing community three and a half years ago. I was a Practitioner at Mile Hi at the time and I had just completed my first year in ministerial school when I heard that Rev. Jyoti accepted the Senior Minister role at CSLBV. It wasn’t long after I heard the news that I felt called to leave Mile Hi and move my Practitioner License to CSLBV in order to serve Rev. Jyoti and the Center.
This was truly one of the best decisions I have ever made, as I have gotten the opportunity to grow and expand as a human being, a spiritual being, and also as a minister and a leader. I’m grateful for Rev. Jyoti’s encouragement and support of my ministry, always saying to me, “Do what you are passionate about!” She gave me full permission to explore new things, share my talents and gifts and loved and encouraged me every step of the way. I feel much gratitude in my heart for what she has done for me, as it has prepared me for the role I will step into as the Senior Minister of CSLBV at the end of September. ...
Continue reading Rev. Lea's article
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Affirmation:
As I feel gratitude in my heart, I attract all that is good into my life.
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Upcoming Services
August Theme: Gratitude
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Date: August 11
Topic: The Grace of Gratitude
Speaker: Rev. Lea
Musician: Karen Karsh
Date: August 18
Topic: Bring on the Blessings
Speaker: Rev. Jyoti
Musicians: Mindy Sterling and Karen Karsh
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Date: August 25
Topic: Right Now
Speaker: Rev. Masando Hiraoka
Musician: Karen Karsh
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Mindy Sterling
with Karen Karsh
Sunday, August 18
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Rev. Masando Hiraoka 
Mile High Church Minister
Sunday, August 25
Talk Title: 'Right Now'
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Center Calendar
| Aug 7 |
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First Wednesday Meditation for Peace 6:30 pm
More information below. |
| Aug 11 |
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Sunday Service 10:00 am
Visioning and New Member Orientation both held after service. More information below |
| Aug 14 |
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Inspirational Movie Night 6:30 pm
At Affinity Movie Theatre. More information below. |
| Aug 15 |
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Third Thursday Spiritual Forum 7:00 pm
More information below. |
| Aug 18 |
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Sunday Service 10:00 am
Potluck after service at the Hamm House. More information below. |
| Aug 25 |
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Sunday Service 10:00 am |
| Aug 28 |
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Spiritually Guided Social Uplift Ministry 6:30 am
More information below. |
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First Wednesday Meditation for Peace
Wednesday, August 7 at 6:30 pm
Join us Wednesday August 7 at 6:30 pm as we meditate for peace. Meditation will last about 45 minutes and will give you a spiritual boost to start the month. At the Center for Spiritual Living Boulder Valley, 107 E. Geneseo St., Lafayette.
Facilitated by Barbra Babcock, RScP.
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Visioning: Tuning into Spirit
Sunday, August 11
After Service: ~11:45 am
God is on the Move!
Great things are happening here at CSLBV and we are listening to Spirit's guidance as to what's next. Visioning is a process of tuning in to Spirit's highest ideal for whatever is being visioned for. And for us, that's our continued growth and expansion. Practitioner Loralei Matisse will lead us in the visioning process on August 11 after service - about 11:45. All are welcome. All are needed. Join us in this deeply powerful process. For more information, call or text Loralei, 720-429-0636.
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New Member Orientation
Are you ready to become a member of
Center for Spiritual Living Boulder Valley?
Are you ready for a deeper commitment to your spiritual growth and to the mission, purpose, and vision of CSLBV? If you have any questions about this serious commitment, talk to Rev. Lea.
If you decide this spiritual community is a good fit for you, attend the New Member Orientation Meeting after service on August 11th or September 1st. Then, on September 8th let us honor and welcome you as a new member! Love Lives Here!
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Inspirational Movie Night
The Hate U Give
Wednesday August 14
6:30 pm
At the Affinity Theater
in Lafayette
Based on a 2017 young adult novel, this is an eye-opening thought-provoking movie about living in two worlds. If the phrase "Black Lives Matter" has ever cause you consternation, please see this movie. If the phrase "White Lives Matter" has ever caused you consternation, please see this movie.
Come and enjoy a great movie and freshly-made popcorn!
Location: The theater at Affinity Living Community: 860 Baseline Rd - across from King Soopers on Baseline Road. Turn right at the first light heading east on Baseline after crossing Highway 287. Call Pat Brazee at 303-880-9896 if the door is locked.
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Third Thursday Spiritual Forum
Helping Teens and Tweens Thrive
Mimi Mcdavid
Thursday, August 15
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
At the Center for Spiritual Living Boulder Valley
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A parenting workshop designed to strengthen the connection and trust between family members and to prepare for the ups and downs of the new world we live in. Kids learn everything from family first - how to love, interact and be in relationships. In this interactive workshop you will sharpen your skills relating to tweens and teens, and learn to create a safe and loving environment for you and for them. Topics include: how to best talk to kids; messaging and setting the tone; anxiety and depression; rituals that bring family together; and finding a balance for technology and social media. Bring questions, issues and concerns and we will work to deepen your understanding of the powerful influence you are for kids and help you become the parent/guardian/grandparent you want to be. Expect to learn a lot about yourself and marvel at the journey you are on!
 Presenter Biography. Mimi McDavid has served as an educator, counselor and facilitator in many capacities: hospice, psychiatric care, residential treatment, schools, camps and outdoor education. She is the creator of Kids Camp, a weekend seminar for kids and adults grieving the loss of someone they love. She also wrote Grief and Loss Takes Us on a Journey. Mimi currently works with individuals and families, counselling and teaching classes throughout the community. Mimi has her bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Journalism. For more information click here.
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Potluck After Service
Sunday, August 18
Note change from last Sunday to 3rd Sunday!!
At Kathy and Pete Hamm's house
Join us for the potluck after the service. The potluck will be held at Kathy and Pete Hamm's house, at 1101 Balmora in Lafayette. Maps to their house will be provided at the August 18 service. We’ll be eating under canopies in the backyard, using tables and chairs from the center. Bring lawn chairs if you’d like. .A special treat will be seeing the delightful garden that has been lovingly nurtured at their house! This is a great time to enjoy the community and get to know each other better. Come even if you don't bring food. We always have plenty!
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Faith Day at Coors Field
This year's musical guest will be GRAMMY-nominated and Dove Award winning singer/songwriter, KARI JOBE! With over 1 million albums sold, her timeless songs continue to lead people into God's presence. This post-game event has been a fan favorite, and we are looking forward to another big day a time of fellowship at the ballpark!
Contact Linda Williamson for more info: 720-244-0269
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Spiritual Uplift Ministry
Wednesday, August 28; 6:30 pm
The Spiritually Guided Social Uplift Ministry (SUM) Discussions give us an opportunity to discuss important issues of our times in a thoughtful, respectful way from a standpoint of spiritual principle. It’s a chance for us to open our hearts and minds and listen to and consider viewpoints that may be different from our own. For more information about the SUM program, click here to visit the SUM website. The CSLBV discussions are facilitated by Reverend Jyoti and Practitioner Kelly Robbins and all are welcome. Contact Kelly or Rev. Jyoti if you have questions.
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 The topic for the SUM discussion this month is Healing Racism and Upholding Ethnic Fairness. There are still deep racial divisions in America that must be overcome and healed in order to create a world that works for all. Healing happens within each one of us. Come explore and discuss how your life has unfolded with regards to personal and collective racism. Facilitated by Rev. Jyoti and Practitioner Kelly Robbins. All are welcome.
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CSL Boulder Valley August Outreach
Boulder Shelter for the Homeless
Purpose: We believe that all people deserve the necessities of life and that the community in which we live is called to serve this purpose.
Mission: The mission of the Boulder Shelter for the Homeless is to create avenues to stable housing for our community’s homeless adults, from a foundation of supportive and safe shelter
Core Values: Treat all with dignity Offer support and opportunity. Achieve results through competence and creativity. Practice responsible stewardship.
For more information, click here.
What they need
Toiletries:
Travel size toiletries (especially shampoo, toothpaste, toothbrushes, bath soap and deodorant) Also useful: hand sanitizer, disposable razors, shaving cream, Kleenex, Q-tips, ChapStick, combs, lotion, earplugs and reading glasses
Over the Counter Medications (new, unopened):
Ibuprofen, Tylenol, aspirin (daytime and p.m. types), Benadryl, cough drops/cough syrup/cold & allergy medicine (without alcohol), Pepto-Bismol, vitamins (multi, C, E, fish oil), nasal strips, band aids, antacid, antibiotic ointment and aloe
Transportation:
RTD Bus tickets, passes, tokens
Linens:
Bath towels, wash cloths, twin-size cotton blankets
Place donations in the basket in the lobby. Thank you for your generosity!
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Great Class Coming in September!
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Loving Yourself
The key to more freedom and happiness in your life
Facilitated by Rev. Lea
September 10, 17, 24, 6-9pm, $75
In this 3-week series, you will:
- Release and heal old patterns of negative self-talk that interfere with loving yourself
- Get in touch with your needs and what matters to you and your life
- Learn what your boundaries are how to speak them powerfully
- Discover your unique gifts and talents
- Learn ways to honor, appreciate, and love all that you are
- Walk away with a greater sense of self and what you have to bring to
- the world
Register for the class online here or email Rev. Lea revleacslbv@gmail.com with questions.
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Another Great Class Coming to CSLBV
The Power of Your Word
Kelly Robbins, RScP
The Power of Your Word is an introduction to the power of prayer and an in-depth look at why “Your Word is Law”. We will discuss how to integrate affirmative prayer into your Spiritual Practice.
We will focus on two types of prayer:
- Conscious, directed prayer, emphasizing Affirmations and Treatments.
- Unconscious, indirect prayer, emphasizing known and unknown beliefs.
What else is covered in this 8-week class?
- Identify the underlying factors for effective prayer.
- Describe prayer content.
- Write prayer affirmations and treatments that address personal desires and needs.
- Identify any personal limiting beliefs.
- Describe situations in which you interrupt your prayers.
- Describe how to pray continuously.
- Design a Spiritual Practice that will continue to feed personal prayer.
Required class materials:
- A journal
- The following books by Ernest Holmes:
- How to Use the Science of Mind
- Can We Talk to God?
- Recommended Reading – books by Ernest Holmes:
- Words That Heal Today
- The Science of Mind
Prerequisite: Foundations Course
Cost: $220
Facilitated by Practitioner Kelly Robbins, RScP, MA
Mondays, 6:00-8:30pm
Dates: September 30 through November 18, 2019 (eight weeks).
At: Center for Spiritual Living Boulder Valley
Register online here now or contact Kelly Robbins — Kelly@KellyRobbins.net with questions or call 303-460-0285
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Thoughts on the Continued Mass Killings
A Letter from Rev. Amanda Henderson
Hello Friends-
Our hearts are broken and we are infuriated by the systemic failures that continue to lead to loss of life in our country. We grieve with the people of El Paso, Texas and of Dayton, Ohio who have experienced horrific acts of violence born out of hate, racism, and the dehumanization of others. We need real leadership in this time. We call on our leaders to take action to address hate speech and to confront the real threat of white nationalist domestic terrorism in our country and our communities
“Watch your thoughts, they become words;
watch your words, they become actions;
watch your actions, they become habits;
watch your habits, they become character;
watch your character, for it becomes your destiny.”
Ideas, beliefs, and words hold power. Ideas beliefs and words lead to actions, and actions shape lives. Hateful actions are born in the mind and fester in toxic spaces of isolation, fear, and disconnection. Dehumanizing ideas and words that come from the top and trickle down, have been validated and amplified by vitriol from those who are supposed to lead. Ideas and words can lead to actions that end lives and rock worlds. Ideas and words can lead to actions that leave children, mothers, and grandmothers gunned down in the places they live.
Ideas and words and actions hold power. We are called to use words to build worlds of life and thriving for all people. As people from multiple faith communities, we are in the business of ideas, beliefs, and words. We share stories of a world that was, and a world that could be. We shape the past and transform the future.
These threats we face are born out of ideas, beliefs, and words that seek to divide and sow seeds of hate and violence. Ideas, beliefs, and words that deem one person as toxic, evil, dirty, or a sin simply for who they are, what they look like, where they live, what they believe, or who they love.
In this time we must claim our place as leaders who hold the power of ideas and words. Rather than retreating in fear, or buying into the stories that divide, we must remember our stories of resilience, strength, liberation, peace, compassion, and love. We must speak these ideas - and live them fearlessly. May we take our anger and heartbreak and turn it into movements for justice.
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Pastoral Care is Now Available
There are times in our life when we experience challenges and we want you to know that you are not alone. Whether it’s a loss of a loved one or a beloved pet, a hospitalization, or home recovering from surgery or an illness, during times like this, all of us need some extra love and support. Our pastoral care support team are committed to providing compassion, love, and support to our church community. This includes prayer support, hospital and home visits, short term assistance, memorial service planning, bereavement support and workshops, and spiritual guidance sessions. Please let us know how we can support you! You can email Rev. Lea, our Pastoral Care Minister, at revleacslbv@gmail.com. Or, you can click here for more information or to request Pastoral Care
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Goodsearch and Goodshop
Raising money for CSLBV the easy way
Goodsearch
 Every time you use Goodsearch for your internet searches, they make a donation to your favorite cause. You’ll set up an account with them (your Goodshop account works here) and select Center for Spiritual Living Boulder Valley so they know who to send the money to. Use the search box on their homepage or download a Good To-Go browser add-on to search the Internet just like you normally would. Where does the money come from? Search engines make most of their money from their advertisers. Goodsearch has patented a way to track and direct these search-generated proceeds to causes. In other words, a portion of advertiser dollars (and not your own!) earned as a result of your search, are now passed along to the organization you've chosen to support. To sign up:
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Goodshop
 Goodshop is an online shopping mall that donates a percent of your purchases to your selected cause. You’ll set up an account with Goodshop, which keeps track of the amount raised and the cause you want it to go to. To set up an account or to log in, click here. Once you’re in, browse Goodshop for your favorite store. Find a coupon code or deal, or click over to the store’s website from Goodshop and shop as you normally would. Copy the code on the pop-up, and paste the code at checkout. It doesn’t cost anything extra. Where does the money come from? The online stores pay a referral fee to Goodshop. They give half of the fee as a donation to your selected cause.
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Board of Trustees
| President: Catherine Snider |
| VP & Treasurer: Sandy Rinehart |
| Secretary: Linda Williamson |
| Member at Large: Jim Schink |
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Pastoral Care Needs
If you or someone you know needs prayer or support, please call Rev. Jyoti at 303-668-0411 or Rev. Lea at 303-704-7763.
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Office Hours
Rev. Jyoti and practitioner Kelly Robbins hold office hours every week. Call and come by the Center during office hours, or contact them (phone/email above) to set up an appointment (best), for either during office hours or at a time outside office hours if that is more convenient.
Rev. Jyoti: Thursdays 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm, (except August 22nd)
Kelly Robbins: Wednesdays 8:00 am to 12:00 pm
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