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Don Miguel Ruiz:"Every time you practice the Four Agreements their meaning goes a little deeper. When you read the book The Four Agreements for the second time, or the third time, at a certain point it seems as if you are reading a different book. And it seems like a different book because you have already broken many little agreements. Now you can go a little deeper, and you go deeper and deeper until the moment comes when you open your spiritual eyes. When you finally t

I look at every unexpected change with wonder and curiosity, trusting that Divine Mind is revealing a miracle right here. The Gift of Curiosity We often treat curiosity as an intellectual pursuit, but when we look closer at moments that change human history, we find that curiosity is a profound spiritual practice. It is the art of staying present when things do not go according to plan, and of trusting that the universe is constantly speaking to us through the ordinary. These

By Rev. John DePalma We often hear in our teaching that we are perfect, whole, and complete just as we are. Even when we understand those words as describing the essence of our spirituality, many of us—especially in moments of doubt, pain, or worry—find "whole and complete" difficult to believe. It can seem far away, even elusive. Instead, we become mesmerized by the trance of not enoughness and unworthiness. Have you ever noticed how much of life is spent trying to become wo

Friendship is something exceptional. It is one of the most enduring bonds we build in life. At its core, it’s the quiet understanding that someone chooses to walk beside you—not out of obligation, but out of genuine connection. True friends celebrate your highs, steady you in your lows, and remind you of who you are when you momentarily forget. They offer honesty without cruelty, support without conditions, and laughter that feels like a reset button for the soul. Friendshi

What does it mean to be spiritual, not religious? For many people, the word religion suggests a particular set of beliefs, doctrines, rituals, or traditions. For others, it represents a meaningful community and a lifelong source of inspiration. Being spiritual, not religious, does not mean rejecting religion. Rather, it means placing our emphasis on personal spiritual experience, inner growth, and living universal principles that transcend any one tradition. While we are not

"It can be taught, it can be learned, and it can be conscientiously applied with a certainty of definite and repeatable results." ~Ernest Holmes A practical philosophy, Science of Mind incorporates the mystical truths of every major religion. Sometimes called Religious Science, Science of Mind offers a simple set of spiritual tools that each of us can apply to our lives. It is based on the principle that Spirit is all there is, and that the Universe works by a system of predi

“To begin by always thinking of love as an action rather than a feeling is one way in which anyone using the word in this manner automatically assumes accountability and responsibility.” ~ bell hooks Few questions are more important to an individual than the question “What is mine to do?” This question calls forth a sense of inner accountability and of inner identity, both of which enable our evolutionary growth. When we have not seriously and deeply considered this question,

Our final gathering of the 2025–2026 season of Okanagan Multi-Faith Assembly was held on Saturday, June 20, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We were warmly welcomed as we explored LDS beliefs surrounding life, death, and the sacred purpose of temples, gaining a deeper understanding of how these practices reflect an overarching vision of life's eternal journey. We learned about their belief in modern-day prophets, which generated discussion and learning. As

September 18–20, 2026 Vancouver Island Conference Centre Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada A Weekend of Community, Connection & Belonging ​ Join us for a powerful and heart-opening weekend as we gather in community to explore what it means to cultivate resilience in a rapidly changing world. ​ The 2026 Canadian New Thought Conference brings together spiritual leaders, thought innovators, and community members from across the country for three days of connection, inspiration,