CENTRE OF LIGHT
DIVINE SCIENCE EXTENSION CAMPUS

  MARCH 2006 NEWSLETTER

MINISTERS
Helen Penfold
Mallory Kretzmann

FOUNDER
Rev. Dr. June Jones

As the year progresses, are we seeing life as it is; or are we viewing it through our human eyes only, based solely on human perceptions? We know that the way we view or perceive life will be the way we experience it. And we are told: “Choose you this day whom you shall serve – God or mammon.”

I was reading an article in a well-known monthly publication the other day, where the emphasis seemed to be on living longer. In fact the aim was that humans could and should live to the age of 150 years! One researcher maintained that due to the supplements he was taking, he would never die. And he is right! – he will never die. But … maybe from his human perception his concern is about prolonging human life. Trying to live longer as humans is really all about not dying. Well, how can we live without dying? because dying is just as much a part of our human life as being birthed.

Because we originate from a Source that is infinite, then that part of us – that originating idea, deep at the core of our being – must be infinite too. So … as spiritual beings, we can never die, can we?

Science and medical research is always evolving and it often is quite amazing to see what has been, and is being, achieved when it comes to repairing damaged parts of the human body; and we certainly value medical treatment for certain ailments. Yet, while we are paying so much attention to our physical form, are we not forgetting about the wonderful truth of our being? So much of the time we are distracted from this truth, and it is this very forgetting that causes the fears and anxieties that prevail in day to day living.

Some years ago I spent a week visiting my younger daughter who was then living in Cape Town. It rained nearly all week, so in between showers, to stretch our legs, we would walk to a little shop around the corner from her flat. There was no name over the door, and the shop was very sparsely stocked and even the shopkeeper seemed lethargic about life. Well, we jokingly called it “The Shop With No Pezazz”. Although this may have seemed a bit judgmental, it got us thinking about our own lives. We have so much, we are so much, that maybe we need to put the pezazz back into life!
Pezazz, though slang, is defined in the dictionary as: flamboyant, with zest and flair.
What about putting the Spiritual Pezazz back into Life, by recognizing the gift of God. God is that dynamic presence within each of us that is the force of Life, Love, Understanding, Wisdom and Knowledge that is sustaining and maintaining each of us, all the time.

As mentioned earlier, we originate from a Source that is infinite and therefore we have been given the gift of eternal life. And although it is interesting to take note of what the scientists are up to regarding the prolonging of human life, we need to retreat from all that, and focus on truth, and who we really are. So how are we viewing and living our lives? We could begin by placing our faith in the invisible spiritual world instead of the material world with all its visible effects. We have the opportunity, through awareness, to focus on, and claim our true heritage, our birthright – the kingdom of God, that is ours in consciousness.

Even if the idea of living to 150 human years appeals to you, do not be distracted by it. It is God beating our hearts and breathing His breath into us each moment of each day and night. Truth is eternal and unchanging; we are eternal spiritual beings, and as such, we do not die. Let us become effective expressions of the Divine and live a life of Spiritual Pezazz!

DIVINE SCIENCE BASIC PRINCIPLES CLASS:
This class, presented by Mallory Kretzmann, will commence on Thursday 04 May at 7.15pm. Over the 10 weeks, these classes which form the foundation upon which the other classes are built, offer practical application of universal spiritual principles. The student’s faith in an ever-present Presence is awakened, giving individuals the opportunity to live all aspects of life more effectively. A pre-requisite for the other classes, the investment for the course is R200-00 per person with an additional fee for the text book. A notice and list will be up on the board towards the end of March.

GREETINGS FROM: Hazel and Maurice Bailey in the U.K. We received news from the Baileys recently, with photos taken at their Diamond Wedding anniversary. They are well and send love to all those who remember them.

A MESSAGE FROM THE SUNDAY SCHOOL: Our Sunday School teacher, Jean Martin, will be away for some time, so Marita Fourie and Rosemary Batchelor will be sharing the responsibility of looking after the usually small group of children. They would, however, be grateful for some assistance at times when they may be unavailable. If you are able and willing to assist, Ro would be delighted to have you call her on: 041-5811231. We are most grateful to Jean for her indefatigable enthusiasm, professional care and love of the children. We shall miss her but wish her well in her endeavors and look forward to her return.

SPIRITUAL CINEMA CIRCLE:

MOVIES WITH HEART, MOVIES WITH SOUL; MOVIES THAT INSPIRE, HEAL AND TRANSFORM OUR LIVES
The Association of Creative Thought invites you to the next viewing of its Spiritual Cinema Circle DVDs.

Friday 10 March at ACT at 19h15
In God We Trust: A fast-paced and hilarious movie about the afterlife, Karma points and how to work the system; with some very important tips on how to live right now, so you will get where you want to go . . . after this life! (16 minutes, in English)

The Jew in the Lotus: inspired by Rodger Kamenetz' book by the same title, this film follows the spiritual journey of one man from deep depression to self-discovery. When 8 delegates from the Jewish faith travel to meet the Dalai Lama in Dharamsala, India, to share their perspective on the survival of Jewish spirituality within a history of exile, Rodger goes along for the ride. What he discovers in India is not so much about Buddhism or Judaism as it is about what it is to be whole and human on the is planet. (60 minutes, in English) Entrance: R15,00

THANK YOU TO:
Those who have responded so promptly with renewing of Newsletter or Membership subscriptions. It really does help if we do not have to send out follow-up reminders.
We are also most grateful for the continued donations by Friends and Members – your support of our Centre and Teaching, is never taken for granted. Know that you are blessed!

LETTER FROM THE BOARD:
Please take note of the enclosed letter from our Board President, Joan Peters. In the case of e-mail recipients, it will be on a separate attachment.

In closing …… I share with you these words from A Course In Miracles:

“The world you see does nothing …. It merely represents your thoughts. And it will change entirely as you elect to change your mind, and choose the joy of God as what you really want. Your Self is radiant in this holy joy, unchanged, unchanging and unchangeable, forever and ever …”

Bountiful Blessings
MALLORY