Spring is Coming!  Every year, sometime in January, I start getting achy for the sun to return and for Spring to come.   I think about what I want to do in the garden, long for warmth of the sun and grow wearisome of being cold and of sweaters. I have, over time, had to develop patience for the period between January and the actual Spring to come. This year seemed especially hard to hold out hope for the return of the warmth as the rain soaked every inch of our county. Don't get me wrong, I am greatful for the rain but was definitely longing for sun. In Science of Mind, we ..read more

December Greetings! As we dive headfirst into the festive chaos that this time of the year brings—final projects, class parties, gift exchanges, and cherished family moments—it's easy to feel overwhelmed. Yet, amidst the whirlwind, there's an invitation to pause, take a deep breath, and rediscover the peace that resides at the center of it all. The Essence of December: Finding Stillness Amidst the Bustle In the midst of the holiday fervor, it's crucial to recognize that the tranquility we seek is not a distant destination; it's already present within us. December serves as a reminder that we d ..read more

Guess what? We've rolled out the red carpet and are setting the stage for your kiddos to have a blast while you get your spiritual groove on! Yes, you heard it right; we've got Sunday mornings sorted with a VIP (Very Important Parent-and-kid) experience.  Four Fabulously Fun-tastic Options: 1️⃣ Artistic Alley in the Sanctuary: Who said services can't be a color fest? Your mini Picassos can unleash their creativity with coloring sheets, all while soaking in the sanctuary vibes with you! 2️⃣ Tot Haven, AKA The Nursery: Got a cute munchkin aged 4 or under? The Nursery is like a mini-resor ..read more

 Our upcoming art fundraiser will feature our teen art ..read more

Have you seen the fabulous art our teens have made to help fundraise for Teen Camp this Winter? Here is a sneak preview! Keep an eye out for our teens' art in the Social Hall this September. All art sale proceeds go toward funding our teens attending Winter Teen Camp in Oregon.  ..read more

Come out on Monday nights and root for the Center’s softball team. Location: Northwest Community Park, 2880 West Steele Lane, Santa Rosa. Park in the lot you first see. Our playing field is the only one bordering the access road, which you can also park on. (There are two other fields to the west.) Here is a schedule of the games: Mon. 7/31 at 8:50 pm – Team CSL vs. All About That Base Mon. 8/7 at 7:40 pm – Team CSL vs. Community Action Sluggers Mon. 8/14 at 7:40 pm – Team CSL vs. The Foldy Holds Playoffs will be announced if we make it ..read more

  Parents and Grandparents, we would love to hear from you! We are working hard to bring Youth and Family back to our Center, and we want to be sure we're providing the loving support that you and your children most need. Would you consider filling out the short survey below to tell us what you're looking for in a Youth and Family program? We greatly appreciate your input. Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSfhh60m0n.../viewform Based on our visioning practice with friends, parents, and former volunteers in Youth and Family, we've started providing coloring pages for young ..read more

As 2021 edges into the holiday season and a brand new year is emerging on the horizon, we want to acknowledge with much love and appreciation all of the care and dedication Susan Robinson has put into creating and maintaining this extraordinary resource for parents and children of all ages. Although Susan has moved on from her position as Youth and Family Ministry Director at the Center, we will keep her blog posts available for the valuable inspiration they provide. Kind regards and best wishes, Allan Yeager Webmaster and Communications Officer ..read more

When I sat down to write this weeks blog I had a personal giggle as I looked at the topic for this week "When the road gets rocky." The giggle was in retrospect over my personal experiences this week, which have indeed been a bit rocky. Yet my faith, meditation practices along with great friends and family, were there to support me in knowing my highest good and well being.  One such experience occurred Tuesday morning. After arriving at work I had a strange experience of foggy vision where I could only see clearly looking straight on. My boss (who is also a great friend) was immediate ..read more

The theory of the Upward Spiral points to the power of positivity and the use of tools that help shift our mindset when we feel like we are out of balance, off center, or mentally stuck. No matter who we are, or where we live, there are moments in life that can benefit from a practice of self reflection, positive mindset and self care.  We can all be ambassadors for positivity and kindness. It begins with us. When we act out of compassion, love and kindness for ourself we set an example for others to do the same.  From the Science of Mind Virtues Card: Caring “Caring is giving love ..read more