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Our Prosperous Vision

Vision is the art of seeing the invisible.

Jonathan Swift

We have enjoyed a remarkable

January. With the completion of the

Prosperous Me 360 Degree Program,

twenty-four of us have explored what it

means to be truly prosperous. We have

learned it is all about consciousness. As

Michelle Wadleigh writes in Prosperous

Me, “Because as we who function in

consciousness all know, we are part of

this organism called Life, God, Spirit,

Energy,”.

In raising our consciousness we

anchor our minds in the Infinite. We

establish new

possibilities for

our everyday

living.

How do we

continue to do

this? How is it we

can come to

know which of the many possibilities for

prosperity are likely to be the most

fulfilling? I am not sure there is any way

to guarantee the most fulfilling, but I am

aware of a spiritual process that I believe

will open each person who uses it to a

deeper insight into their personal field of

consciousness. It will lead each to a

vision of life that embraces a fulfilling

spiritual path otherwise not imagined.

You see, visioning opens the doors of our

consciousness to perceive the invisible.

We can use this process to co-create

with Spirit a life grounded in the ultimate

Reality, God. We become truly in tune

with the Infinite.

Vision leads to life. Greater vision

leads to a greater expression of life.

When we become aware of what it is we

truly desire, we can begin to express it.

As we have learned in our studies in

prosperity, we are entitled by divine

birthright to the fullness of life itself.

There is no good that we cannot aspire

to. There is no noble purpose that is too

large for our higher self to embrace.

"Where there is no vision the people

perish," is stated in Proverbs 29:18. In

fact, if we have a limited vision for

ourselves, our lives become enmeshed in

the trivial. We can no longer see how

what we do everyday relates to the

overarching span of our existence. We

live disconnected from that Higher

Power because we lack the vision to

imagine what it is that we are all about.

Unaware of our vision, we may look from

the exterior point of view as if we are

alive, but our souls dim and our inner

sight becomes clouded, strength ebbs

and we are in the process of

withdrawing from a full, rich life.

With a clear vision of who and what

we are, we live a Spirit-led life. The arc

of our existence takes shape. Vision

provides a vantage point from which we

Woodland Chapel Celebrates

Joy! In One Spirit, One Life, One World!

Woodland Chapel

The Church of Joy !

February 2015 - Volume XV1III, No. 2 Rev. Maur Horton, Senior Minister

Joyful News

2 February 2015

can see our decisions become turning points in our

lives. Vision reveals the hand of Infinite Love as it

prompts us to grow in spirit and in truth. With clear

vision our life proceeds in full force.

Each of us has our own personal vision for our lives.

If you want to learn how to make your vision conscious

and vital, learn the art of visioning. One way to do so

is to take advantage of our Visioning Course that starts

on Tuesday, February 10. In Visioning we learn to

become avenues for God-awareness. This is how we

learn to practice “the art of seeing the invisible.” Namaste, Rev. Maur

Applause This month we recognize

and thank the following:

Dick Walker for his service as

President of the Board of

Trustees as he goes off the

Board at the beginning of

the new term. Also, for his

ten years of service

maintaining our chapel and

grounds.

Pat Spece for completing

two terms serving on the

Board of Trustees. Her

service included serving in

the office of Treasurer which

is technically not a board

position. She has promised

to continue as Treasurer for

the time being.

Nadine Heusser for her

service as Secretary of the

Board of Trustees as her term

ends.

Carolyn Uplegger for staffing

our Center office two days a

week for over a year. She

takes a month’s vacation

complete with cruise.

The twenty four members of

our congregation who have

completed the Prosperous

Me 360 Program. We have

all become much more

conscious of the infinite

possibilities of living. When

even one person raises his or

her consciousness we all

benefit.

Membership Renewals

Forms for renewing membership in Woodland Chapel were mailed in December. Our By-laws call for members to renew their membership each year

in order to remain on the “active membership” list.

Inactive members can “reactivate” by filling out a mem-bership form. Please fill out and return your form if you

haven’t already. Membership shows commitment, and only members may vote in any elections.

Considering becoming a member?

Application forms are available at the Community Matters table, and Introductory classes are offered

the third Sunday each month following Sunday service.

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Annual Meeting is February 15 following the Sunday Celebration Service

Two Board members will be elected to fill upcoming vacancies. Nadine Heusser and Pat

Spece will be leaving the Board. We thank them for their service. Members will vote to fill those two positions. Any congregant may attend, but only

members may vote. Pat will continue to serve in her valuable role as Treasurer.

Visioning Class will be on Tuesdays Eight Weeks Beginning February 10

3:30 to 6:30 pm

This course includes the history of how visioning began in our move-

ment with the inspiration of Dr. Michael Beckwith. There are weekly opportunities for

visioning at different levels from the individual, to the community, to the global, and

this class explains the role of visioning in our Global Heart Model.

Our spiritual community has twice used Visioning to shape the present reality of our

Center. This course will awaken the transformational nature of Visioning for growth

and prosperity in our personal lives and in our spiritual community. Come learn how

this organic manifestation can happen with ease and grace.

The signup sheet is in the library. The Student Workbook is the only required textbook

and is included in the $100 Tuition. Some scholarships are available. Don’t let cost

keep you out.

“When one individual is true to his or her vision, it assists in liberating everyone. ”

---Rev. Michael Beckwith, D.D.

The Centers for Spiritual Living is holding its annual conference in

Las Vegas February 16 through 19

Rev Maur will be attending. The conference is held at this time every year,

Anyone may attend, so be thinking about this for next year and get

your reservations in early, as it is sold out for this year.

Fund-raising Events Planned for Building Fund

We plan to continue with month-long raffles as a fun way to begin fund-raising

for the major work that is required to repair the foundation of the building

and fix the sidewalk. A rummage sale is planned for July 17 to 19 to coincide

with the Art Fair. We hope that anything you may no longer need,

you’ll hold onto until July for donating to this important cause.

Other plans include a possible Buy-a-Brick program, a Friday spaghetti dinner and

movie night, a Christmas Bazaar and Silent Auction. So if you are a crafter or artist,

there is plenty of time to create items for donating to these events, as well. And, we

will have sign-up sheets for volunteers to help with these fund-raisers.

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Get to Know Pat and Kay Elling, Founding Members

Pat Elling graduated Willamette University in 1951, then married Gail Murray and moved

to Portland. Following Gail’s untimely death, Pat retuned to Salem and joined her parents,

Mike and Margaret Zahare, as founding members of what would become Woodland

Chapel. A group interested in learning New Thought principles originally met in a private

home on Sundays. Later Rev Roland deVries lead the group in acquiring property for con-

structing a church building. Pat’s father was among those members with building skills who

actually built the Chapel. All members played a hands-on role in establish-

ing this new church from the ground up. Fern Crozier, mother of present-

day members Gayle Priem and Sherlee Cave was another of the founding

members, and set up the library, which is named after her.

Pat spent part of the summer of 1955 in Los Angeles and recalls going to

hear Dr. Ernest Holmes speak on Sundays at the Wilshire Blvd Theater. Woodland Chapel

held its first service in the new Chapel on November 17, 1957, before the Founder’s Church

was established. Pat remembers later attending a mortage-burning ceremony conduct-

ed by Rev deVries.

In 1958 Pat met Kay, and the couple became the first members married in

Woodland Chapel in 1959 by Rev deVries. When Rev deVries and his wife

moved to California, Rev Ray Lilley became the minister. The congregation

grew to fill the sanctuary, requiring two Sunday services, with people sitting in

the balcony, and even a few in the library at times. The two classrooms downstairs were

utilized for young children, and the Fireside Room was divided and used for older children.

Needing more space, eventually, the church purchased the Hillman House and used it for

junior high and high school classes. There was one-way traffic as cars would exit over on

Church Street.

Pat’s father Mike was head usher with a team of volunteers alternating Sundays, and

Pat and her mother would bring flowers from their home gardens for the platform on Sun-

days. The congregation held plenty of events, one of which was a potluck summer picnic

at Paradise Island when it was a park. Woodland Chapel hosted well-known speakers and

conferences back in the 60’s and 70’s and even a music concert at Willamette University.

Pat taught Sunday School for many years when their children were young, and she recalls

a caravan of cars that transported older youth to the Science of Mind summer camp lo-

cated in the mountains west of Palo Alto, California. Their son and daughter participated

for many years.

Pat and Kay were both teachers, beginning their teaching careers in the Salem public

schools. Kay was selected to teach in a new vocational/technical school just starting up in

West Salem. This later became Chemeketa Community College, and they both spent

most of their teaching careers there. Kay taught science, and Pat’s subject was Spanish.

Kay also sold real estate, and they both helped run their farm off Wiltsey Road. The Mushroom Society holds meetings at Woodland Chapel, and the connection be-tween the two goes back a long way. Pat and Kay, and other members of the church al-so belonged to the mushroom-hunting group back in the 80’s. Woodland Chapel is trulyblessed to have legacy members as a part of our congregation today.

-By Cathy Daniels

Woodland Chapel February 2015

Ministry of Prayer

To contact any of the fol-

lowing people, leave a mes-

sage at Woodland Chapel

(503) 362-4139

Reverend Maur Horton

Reverend Don Kerr

Practitioner Kathy Prather

Practitioner Connie Walker

MUSIC

Feb 1—Kathleen Walter,

Rob Elder, Airelle Chastain

Feb 8—Kathleen Walter,

Joyful Singers, Karen Hans-

son on piano

Feb 15 - Christine Elder

and Kathleen Walter

Feb 22 - Kathleen Walter,

Joyful Singers, Karen Hans-

son

Music Director:

Kathleen Walter

Sunday Meditation

Schedule

Join us each Sunday

morning at Woodland

Chapel for a Meditation at

10:30. Each Meditation will

be uniquely guided by a

m i n i s t e r o r o t h e r

practitioner .

Feb 1—Rev Don Kerr Feb 8—Kathy Prather Feb 15—Rev Maur Horton Feb 22—Jerry Braza

SUNDAY SERMONS

Feb 1—Rev Maur Horton:

Prosperous Indeed

Feb 8—Rev Don Kerr: The

Window Into Forever

Feb 15—Dr. Marcia

Pearce: I Have No

Greater Joy……

Feb 22—Jerry Braza: The

Six Mantra”s of Love

Prosperity

Prosperity is the out-

picturing of substance in

our affairs. Everything is

for us. Nothing is against

us. We must know that

everywhere we go we

meet friendship, love, hu-

man interest, and helpful-

ness. Life is ever giving of

Itself. We must receive,

utilize, and extend the

gift.

—Ernest Holmes

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

Currently we have no

birthdays on file for

February. To add your

birthday, please fill out a

birthday recognition form

available at the

Community Matters table.

We want to celebrate you!

You will be sent a card and

will be recognized here.

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1

10:30am Meditation Service

11:00am Sunday Celebra-

tion

2 6:00am Yoga

7:00 pm Mushroom Soci-

ety

3

7:00am Meditation in the

Sanctuary

9:00am Yoga in Library

10:00-2:00 Office Hours

7:00pm OA

4

6:00 am Yoga

10:00-2:00 Office Hours

2:30pm Book Club

7:00pm River Sangha

5 10:00-2:00 Office Hours

8:00pm Under 30 AA

6

6:00am Yoga

7 8:00-9:00am AA

8

10:30am Meditation Service

11:00am Sunday Celebra-

tion

12:45 pm Board Meeting

2:00 pm Drumming Circle

9

6:00am Yoga

7:00 pm Mushroom Soci-

ety

10 7:00am Meditation in

the Sanctuary

9:00am Yoga in Library

10:00-2:00 Office Hours

3:30-6:30 Visioning Class

7:00pm OA

11

6:00am Yoga

10:00-2:00 Office Hours

2:30pm Book Club

7:00pm River Sangha

12 10:00-2:00 Office Hours

8:00pm Under 30 AA

13

6:00am Yoga

7:00pm Movie Night

14

Valentines Day

8:00-9:00am AA

1:00 pm Christine

Elder Triage Healing

15

10:30am Meditation Service 11:00am Sunday Celebra-

tion

12:30 pm Annual Meeting

Newsletter Deadline

16

6:00am Yoga

7:00 pm Mushroom Soci-

ety

17 7:00am Meditation in

the Sanctuary

9:00am Yoga in Library

10:00-2:00 Office Hours

3:30—6:30 Visioning

class

7:00pm OA

18

6:00 am Yoga

9:00am Kick off for

LENT Let’s Eliminate

Negative Thinking

10:00-2:00 Office Hours

2:30pm Book Club

19

10:00-2:00 Office Hours

8:00pm Under 30 AA

20

6:00am Yoga

21

8:00-9:00am AA

22

10:30am Meditation Service

11:00am Sunday Celebra-

tion

POTLUCK

23

6:00am Yoga

7:00 pm Mushroom Soci-

ety

24

7:00am Meditation in the Sanctuary

9:00am Yoga in Library

10:00-2:00 Office Hours

3:30—6:30 Visioning

Class

7:00pm OA

25

6:00 am Yoga

10:00-2:00 Office Hours

2:30pm Book Club

7:00pm River Sangha

26

10:00-2:00 Office Hours

8:00pm Under 30 AA

27

6:00am Yoga

28

8:00-9:00am AA

February 2015

The fruit of the Spirit is Love

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Change Your Attitude; Change Your Life

Years ago I discovered a quote which still comes to mind often, “Attitudes are more important

than facts.” Religious Science has shown me the truth of that statement.

I retired from a large aerospace company after thirty-two years of employment. I was involved

in many different projects and had a wide range of responsibilities. The variety kept me interest-

ed and involved.

A few years ago, a friend told me he had left engineering after a few years because he be-

came stuck in one area with little chance to expand. That certainly was not my experience. My

attitude was I could ask to be involved in new and interesting projects. The result was a rich and

rewarding career, both creatively and financially. As Jesus said, ‘It is done unto you as you be-

lieve.”

Early in my career I had a vision of retiring and “doing what I wanted.” I now realize that I was

actually doing what I wanted to do during my employment. The trust in the Universe that I

gained through Religious Science saw me through many difficulties on the way to manifesting

my vision of retirement. One of these situations provided a vital lesson.

My company was considering a move to another state. Until the decision was made, I was mis-

erable. I was close to retirement and did not want to move. Ultimately, we remained in our lo-

cation. I realized I had put myself through months of stress and anxiety for nothing. From then

on, my attitude changed. I let situations be what they were and took care of what I could. This

change in attitude allowed me to look at subsequent potential disappointments with emotional

detachment but, at the same time, be completely involved in my own decisions. This relaxed

state of mind created clarity and awareness that, in earlier situations, had been hidden in clouds

of stress.

As my company downsized, incentives to retire were offered. I was initially too young to take ad-

vantage of them, but knowing that life evolves perfectly if we let it, I looked forward to what

would be available when the time arrived. When I finally reached retirement age, the incentives

were better than ever before. Additionally, I was able to retire three days before the benefit

package was reduced. God has perfect timing if we get ourselves out of the way!

Now that I am retired, I seem to be busier than ever. I enjoy every moment because I do what I

want to do, scheduling my own time. I find it especially interesting that I am now involved with

technology and in teaching, doing exactly what I wanted all along! Attitudes ARE more im-

portant than facts.

Bio: Larry Weaver was born in Harvey, Illinois, a suburb

south of Chicago. He attended the Universities of Cin-

cinnati and Southern California, receiving an MSEE. Af-

ter years of studying Emerson, he was introduced to Re-

ligious Science by a friend. He received his ministerial

certificate in Religious Science in 1995.

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From Here to Infinity

Adaptation

We will look at three aspects of Adaptation, first looking at how na-

ture makes gradual physical changes for the betterment of the

species. By definition Adaptation refers both to the current state of

being adapted and to the dynamic evolutionary process that

leads to the adaptation. Organisms have faced a succession of

environmental challenges as they grew and developed, say for in-

stance, when crawling out of the sea, fins turned into feet. Can you imagine how

much a hair cut would cost if we still looked like Neanderthal man?

Then there is a seasonal change including the ability to change color for camouflage

reasons and signaling to a mate – you’re open for business. So far we have seen Phys-

ical changes, why not call mental changes “Adaptation”. For instance we walk into a

Religious Science Church, sometimes called ‘Center for Spiritual Living’. You’re really

‘Turned on’ and want to do and think like your fellow members. Right away you’re

bathed in Positive Thinking and are impressed by the effortless nodding of the head

when discussing Principles. Next stop is a learning experience while taking “class”. ‘We

are one’, what a delightful thought. Everywhere I look, I see

the face of God. If you went walking down the street and a

stranger told you, “You are God…” you would make a right

smartly retreat. There is a 2000-year-old saying that puts this

concept into proper perspective… “He who knows all things to

be the Great Omnipresent Self, Grieves no more”.

Beyond class one can read all about Religious Science philosophy in a publication

called “Science of Mind”, with article titles like “Do You Embrace Your Divine Essence?

A Golden Opportunity Awaits You”. The article says – whatever your dilemmas, wher-

ever you are in life, you are equipped to embrace your Divine Essence and embark

on a path to activate the Presence and Power of the God that resides within.

With Science of Mind classes you learn of the oneness of Life, the Love of God, and

how to use spiritual mind treatment for Health, Prosperity, an understanding of God,

and an Infinitely Splendid state of mind.

Robert TenEyck

MOVIE NIGHT will be “What Dreams May Come” Friday, February 13 at 7:00 pm

“What some folks call impossible, is just stuff they haven’t seen before.”

1998 movie stars Robin Williams in an amazing journey through Heaven and Hell to rediscover

the meaning of life…. And the wonders of love. 113 minutes

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Ministerial Staff

Rev. Maur Horton Senior Minister

Rev. Don Kerr Assistant Minister

Kathy Prather Practitioner

Connie Walker Practitioner

Board of Trustees

Dick Walker President

Candy Willimann Vice-President

Pat Spece Treasurer

Nadine Heusser Secretary

Rev. Maur Horton

Carolyn Uplegger

Cathy Daniels

Chapel Staff Vicki Tournay Office Staff

Carolyn Uplegger Office Staff

Kathy Prather Library

Pat Spece Treasurer

Dick Walker Maintenance

Ruth TenEyck Wedding Coordinator

Newsletter Editor

Cathy Daniels Associate Editor

Planned Giving

We believe that abundance flows in all directions when we

give. It not only blesses and prospers where our money

goes, but abundance comes back to us. “Give, and it shall

be given unto you; good measure, pressed down, and

shaken together, and running over…. “ (Luke 6:38)

This applies to tithing to your spiritual home. And giving

can be part of your overall financial planning in the form of

a bequest in your will or trust. Just something to think about.

OFFICE HOURS Tuesdays – 10:00-2:00

Wednesdays – 10:00-2:00

Thursdays – 10:00-2:00

Monday and Friday

By appointment

All article and event submissions for

next month’s issue are due by the

third Sunday of this month. Articles

should be typed and emailed to

cddaljo@yahoo.com

Or leave your article in the

Newsletter Editor’s mail slot to the

right of the church office.

WOODLAND

CHAPEL 582 High Street, SE

Salem, OR 97301

(503) 362-4139

woodlandchapel@gmail.com

www.woodlandchapelsalem.com

The Vision of The Centers for Spiritual Living

A world that works for everyone.

Our Mission

Woodland Chapel promotes Spirit-centered living

by teaching principles that heal the mind and body,

expand prosperity, and nurture relationships in an inclusive,

joyous community.

Schedule of Services Sunday

10:30am Meditation – led by a Practitioner – Sanctuary

11:00am Worship Service – Sanctuary

11:00am Junior Church – Classroom downstairs

Junior Church

All children are welcome in our Junior

Church!, Basic ideas from our core

principles are shared with our youngest

congregants, such as Peace in the world begins with

peace within.

If you would like to be part of a team prepared to

teach children one Sunday a month, please contact

Cathy Daniels. With a team approach, we’ll be

prepared for the opportunity to share basic principles

with families and young

people.

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503-362-4139

Office Hours

Tuesdays: 10:00-2:00 pm

Wednesdays: 10:00-2:00 pm

Thursdays: 10:00-2:00 pm

Senior Minister Hours:

Wednesdays: 10:00-4:00 pm

Thursdays: 10:00-4:00 pm

Monday and Friday

by appointment

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junk mail.

If you wish to be removed from

the mailing list, please check

the box below, and put just the

half sheet in an envelope and

mail it back to us.

Thank you.

Woodland Chapel P.O. Box 2103 Salem, OR 97308

February 2015

Spiritual Mind Treatment

God is all there is and all God is, is Good. Since God is all there is, and is

all Good– then it must be that I am some part of God and all Good. I

now accept the Divine heritage of this All Good and share it with all in

my world. Everyone has as their birthright this Goodness that is God.

With a thankful and grateful heart I continue to be a channel for God

to express in greater and greater measure It’s Goodness in the world.

Everywhere we are, God is, and all is well.

So it is.

- Rev Don Kerr

Let all that you do be done with love. 1 Corinthians 16:14

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