Introduction to the Science of Mind Discussion Group

Roots of the Science of Mind

Finding Inspiration on the Web

Stages of Spiritual Evolution

Mondays, 7-8 p.m., January 2, 9, 23 and 30, 2 Imperial Lane, Charlton

Join us as we explore the first four chapters of Ernest Holmes' book The Science of Mind. Each week we will examine one of the introductory chapters of the book, looking at the basics of the Science of Mind teaching. This activity is offered on a love offering basis.

Reading ahead is not required, but if you would like to do so, this is the schedule:

1/2: The Thing Itself, pp. 25-34.

1/9: The Way It Works, pp. 35-39

1/23: What It Does, pp. 40-50

1/30: How to Use It, pp. 51-60

Mondays, 6-8:30 p.m., beginning February 6, 2 Imperial Lane, Charlton

This ten-week course brings you into a sharper focus of the Science of Mind and Spirit Principles by exploring the “soil” in which the ideas of our founder, Dr. Ernest Holmes, took root. You will savor the richness of the rational, philosophical and mystical concepts contributed by early metaphysical giants: Thomas Troward, Emma Curtis Hopkins, Ralph Waldo Emerson, and many others.

It will be a time of:
• Consciously walking and talking with Spirit
• Exploring the ancient wisdom of New Thought
• Reviewing the principles of healing, success, and prosperity
• Continuing the dynamic process of self discovery

Tuition: $225

Required texts:

The Philosophy of Ernest Holmes (Vol. 1 of The Holmes Papers)

Scientific Christian Mental Practice by Emma Curtis Hopkins

The Edinburgh and Dore Lectures on Mental Science by Thomas Troward

Wednesday, March 14, 7-8 p.m., 2 Imperial Lane, Charlton

With the advancements of technology, you can bring the Sunday Service experience right to your own computer, Ipod, or car stereo. Come learn about what audio resources are available on the Internet that you can listen to or download to your computer or MP3 player. There are dozens of speakers, telephone conference calls, online radio shows and other sources of inspiration available. If you have a laptop, you are welcome to bring it to make this an interactive class. Wonderful inspiration abounds and most of it is totally free for the listening. Experience Science of Mind ministers from all over the country, as well as other New Thought leaders. This activity is offered on a love offering basis.

Wednesday, April 4, 7-8:30 p.m., 2 Imperial Lane, Charlton

Where are you in your spiritual evolution? Come learn about the Kingdoms of Consciousness, a tool to guide you in your spiritual growth. Students will leave with an awareness of the different levels of consciousness and what this means to them as they navigate the spiritual path.

Fee: $25

Professional Practitioner Studies

Year 2

The purpose of Professional Practitioner studies is to graduate and license powerful Practitioners, who are: skilled in the art and science of spiritual mind treatment and healing; teachers of Truth; active, loyal and supporting members of their spiritual community; and role models for other spiritual seekers. This year of study focuses on the skills and responsibilities of the Professional Practitioner. It covers their relationship to clients, to the process of healing, to their spiritual community, to their global community and to the world. It is the students’ opportunity to apply what they’ve learned to assisting others on their path of evolution and teaching them to "live a life of their choice" and "to live their life fully."
Term 1: 10 weeks - Covers “Professional Skills and Responsibilities” dealing with Practitioner/Client sessions.
Term 2: 13 weeks - Covers “Spiritual Healing” devoted to the process in healing, working specifically with challenges related to money, creative self-expression, emotional health, physical health, death and dying, grief and loss, and relationships.
Term 3: 7 weeks - covers “Dedication, Commitment to Service” and empowers the intention of each student to develop their Practitioner practice within the spiritual community and the world.
Class work includes reading, written assignments, experiential activities, journaling and spiritual practices. There is a written examination at the end of the year which is the first step in the licensing process. Upon passing the written exam, licensing candidates proceed to an oral examination by a panel of ministers and practitioners. After successfully passing the oral examination, the individual is licensed by the United Centers for Spiritual Living. The individual is then ready to serve as a licensed Professional Practitioner for their spiritual community. They are also licensed to conduct private spiritual counseling sessions as an established business for themselves.

Tution: $750