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This saying is deeply rooted in recovery communities, particularly Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and other 12-step programs. However, its message reaches far beyond recovery; it applies to everyday life, too. Whether you're facing personal struggles, relationship challenges, career setbacks, financial difficulties, health concerns, or simply trying to become a better version of yourself, the reminder is the same: don't give up when life gets hard. “Don’t quit” urges us to continu

Listen to our very own Rev. Corinne Crockett speak at the World Religions Conference held on September 27, 2026...

Building Bridges of Understanding – Sikh Multi-Faith – Monday, November 9th On Saturday, October 3rd, members of the Okanagan Multi-Faith Assembly were warmly welcomed by our local Islamic Community for an informative and delightful gathering. Along with learning more about the Islamic faith and its practices, beautiful connections were made with members of their vibrant community—building bridges of friendship, understanding, and respect across our different faith traditions

A Midweek Spiritual Pick-Me-Up! Looking for a little spiritual nourishment, meaningful conversation, and connection during your week? We’re excited to introduce Spiritual Living Circles, hosted by Julie MacLeod. You are invited to gather in spiritual community to explore and discuss inspiring topics and articles from Science of Mind magazine. It’s an opportunity to deepen our understanding of the principles we love—not simply by reading about them, but by talking together abo

Saturday, October 3rd at 10:00 am, the Okanagan Multi-Faith Assembly begins a new season of gatherings with presentations from our diverse faith communities. We are delighted to begin with the Islamic Community, who will welcome us to learn more about their faith, traditions, and practices. We were delighted to have a rich presence at the World Religions Conference on September 27th, where Rev. Corinne joined other faith leaders in speaking on the topic of Love Thy Neighbour.

Many people turn to faith as a last resort, often during or after a crisis. When everything else has failed, they may feel they have nowhere else to turn, so they reach beyond themselves and turn to a higher power for strength, guidance, comfort, or hope. In these moments, faith can become an expression of our belief that there is something greater than ourselves—something we can trust, lean on, and seek guidance from when life feels uncertain or overwhelming. Yet when the cr

Some days you need a little inspiration. Other days you need a little prayer. And some days you just need to breathe and remember who you are. Our new Inspiration page is designed to be a growing spiritual toolbox you can return to whenever you need a little support, encouragement—or simply a fresh perspective. Explore practical spiritual practices like meditation, mindful self-compassion and heart coherence. Find affirmative prayers for health, abundance, love and purpose. O

What changes when we start noticing the good we usually overlook? A dime on the sidewalk. Someone buys your coffee. A refund you weren’t expecting. A discount at the checkout. A friend offers exactly the help you needed. A cheque arrives, a bill is less than expected, or an opportunity seems to appear from nowhere. Most of these moments are easy to dismiss. Nice. And then we move on. But what if we didn’t? Welcome to Blue Abundance CSL Kelowna’s Blue Abundance Program is a si

We’re delighted to share that Rev. Corinne has been accepted to serve as a Spirituality Chaplain at UBC Okanagan, beginning this September! In this new role, Corinne will support students and staff through individual spiritual care, as well as offering mindfulness, meditation, and stress-reduction opportunities designed to nurture resilience, well-being, and connection. This will be an evolving and organic ministry, shaped by listening and responding to the needs of the campu

We’re looking for a few more welcoming faces to join our Sunday Greeter team and our Brew Crew coffee service team. There’s something special about volunteering. It’s the simple act of showing up, lending a hand, and saying, “I can help with that." Volunteering reminds us that we all have something to give - our time, our talents, our kindness, or simply a willing pair of hands. Rosabelle Daugela, a 92-year-old published author and public speaker specializing in the study o

By: Irene Kowalchuk, RScP We might gently ask, “Where do I keep returning that causes me pain or leaves me hurt?” Healing doesn’t necessarily mean becoming someone new. Sometimes it means becoming more aware of what no longer serves us. Could the doctor’s advice have a deeper message: the recognition that we have choices? Maybe it’s time to stop going to the same place, and choose to deepen our self-awareness, compassion and a growing respect for the life that’s already withi

What is Affirmative Prayer? It is a prayer that declares a spiritual Truth. Affirmative Prayer is “a recognition of Spirit’s Omniscience (all knowing), Omnipotence (all powerful), and Omnipresence (everywhere present), and a realization of humanity’s unity with Spirit…” (Ernest Holmes, Science of Mind textbook). Affirmative Prayer is a powerful method for setting the Creative Process into motion. It is a direct, focused, and organized method using five steps to get to your