What's Happening This Week at CSL Kelowna

• Sunday, May 25: Nightmare at 20,000 Feet, with Rev. Barbara Samuel

• Last Sunday: Let’s Talk It Out, with Rev. John DePalma

• Volunteer Opportunities: Pride 2025

• Are You Ready to SOAR?

• Multi-Faith Gathering: The Community of Islam, June 21

• Science Corner

• Inspirational Song of the Week: Spirit Is in This Place, by Denise Rosier

• Connect with Rev. John

  
  

Join us every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. at Studio 9, 1180 Houghton Road, Kelowna, BC. Doors open at 10:15 am. Please visit the event page for more details and a map. Everyone is welcome!

Or, WATCH US ON

Sunday, May 25

Facing Fear: A Spiritual Invitation

With Rev. Barbara Samuel

“There is good for me, and I ought to have it.”

-          Emma Curtis Hopkins

Ernest Holmes once wrote, “Fear is faith in the wrong direction.” So, what happens when we turn that fear around?

Join Rev. Barbara Samuel and Neal Klassen for a compelling, light-hearted, and deeply spiritual look at fear—how it creeps in, how it clouds our vision, and how we can use New Thought principles to meet it with clarity, compassion, and courage.

Featuring a childhood fear involving William Shatner, a gremlin at 20,000 feet, and the surprising power of spiritual perspective, this talk invites us to laugh, reflect, and remember who we really are.

Come rediscover your power to choose faith over fear—and freedom over fiction.

Join us at Studio 9 (1180 Houghton Rd, Kelowna, BC). Doors open at 10:15 am. Enter the property by the side entrance behind the staff parking lot. Look for our signs to guide you! Please use street parking or park at Ben Lee Park (1.5 blocks away).

Or you can always watch our live stream on Facebook Live via Centre for Spiritual Living Kelowna's Facebook page.

Last Sunday

Let’s Talk It Out:

Taking the Dreary Out of Drama and Turning Conflict into Harmony!

With Rev. John DePalma

Last Sunday, Rev. John explained the power of intention in the creative process and explored how to approach conflicts with purpose and clarity, shifting from frustration to understanding.

He demonstrated that there is no need to dread those awkward silences or uncomfortable conversations— and, if you’re willing to use them, we’ve got the tools to handle those moments with humour and grace.

We learned how to negotiate peace, communicate with ease, and build harmony in our relationships—because peace doesn’t have to be boring, and it starts with you!

If you missed his talk or want to see it again, click here:

Pride 2025 Is Around the Corner

We’re So Excited to Be Part of It!

Volunteer at the Festival!

We’re still looking for a few helping hearts on Saturday, May 31st, to help staff our booth throughout the day.

Some Two-hour shifts are available between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM—and trust us, it’s such a joyful experience, you’ll leave with a full heart and likely a few hugs.

Whether you want to help prep, be at the booth, or just cheer us on, your presence makes a difference.

The festival runs 11:00-3:00

To sign up, ask questions, reach out to Rev. Corinne:corinne_crockett@telus.net

Let’s show up with love. Let’s celebrate every person’s right to be who they are and love who they love. And let’s do it together—with open hearts, open minds, and maybe a few sparkles too.

Are You Ready to SOAR?

Centers for Spiritual Living Summer Conference

An Incredible Spiritual Opportunity Right in Our Own Back Yard

A Journey of Revelation, Restoration, and Grace

August 7–10, 2025

Banff, Alberta

SOAR 2025 Summer Retreat A Journey of Revelation, Restoration, and Grace is an opportunity to gather and connect through inspiring speakers, musical performances, experiential workshops, spiritual practices, meditations, and communal meals. 

This year our retreat will head to the heart of Canadian Rockies and the Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity in Banff, Alberta.

Speakers include:

• Rev. Dr. Andrea Asebedo

• Rev. Dr. Pat Campbell

• Rev. Dr. Soni Cantrell-Smith

• Rev. Dr. Roger Teel

Musicians include:

• Amy Bishop

• Martin Kerr

• Steph Chapman

This intimate retreat has limited space. Register early to secure your place.

Multi Faith Gathering:

The Islamic Community

Saturday, June 21

We are continually reminded that when we come together in shared purpose and mutual respect, we truly can contribute to a world that works for all.

Islam is a monotheistic Abrahamic religion founded in the 7th century CE by the Prophet Muhammad in Arabia. Muslims believe in one God (Allah) and follow the Quran, regarded as God's final revelation.

The core beliefs include the Five Pillars: faith, prayer, charity, fasting during Ramadan, and pilgrimage to Mecca.

Islam emphasizes justice, compassion, and submission to God's will. It shares roots with Judaism and Christianity.

 Followers aim to live a righteous life guided by the Quran and Hadith (sayings of the Prophet). Islam has over a billion adherents worldwide and encompasses diverse cultures and traditions

You’ll be excited to know our next Multi-Faith opportunity is a visit to the Islamic Community on Saturday, June 21st.  Contact Rev. Corinne for details if you’d like to join in this visit.

IN A QUIET TOWN, a curious girl named Maya loved two strange subjects: Quantum Physics and the Science of Mind. People told her they were very different, but Maya saw a secret link.

Quantum Physics says that tiny particles, like electrons, don’t act the same when no one is looking. They can be in many places at once. But when someone observes them, they "choose" a spot. Maya thought this was magical—like the universe cared about our attention.

The Science of Mind says our thoughts shape our reality. If you believe in good things, you invite good things. If you expect trouble, trouble often comes.

Maya sat under a tree and smiled. She saw how both ideas said the same thing: what we focus on changes what happens. In Quantum Physics, observation affects particles. In the Science of Mind, thought affects life.

She realized our mind is powerful, and the universe is full of surprises. Maybe science and spirit are collaborators — they are two ways of telling the same story.

From that day, Maya believed: if you think with love and look with wonder, the universe listens.

Inspirational Song of the Week

Spirit Is in This Place

Denise Rosier

Contemporary inspirational artist, Denise Rosier, is an award-winning singer/songwriter, producer, and recording artist. She is best known for writing music for spiritual communities, and open and affirming church denominations.

Denise was honored to receive the 2023 Grace Note Award from Unity Worldwide Ministries for lifetime achievement in positive and inspirational music. She was also pleased to serve a term as the Music Director for the Centers for Spiritual Living Organization from 2022-2024.

LET’S CONNECT

Rev. John DePalma’s contact information

Contact Rev. John via email: jdepalma@cslkelowna.org

He is also available for one-on-one telephone conversations.  To schedule a connection, visit his online calendar:

Fill out your membership here, https://www.cslkelowna.org/membership

Regular Events at CSLK

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Sunday Celebrations start at 10:30am PT at Studio 9, 1180 Houghton Road, Kelowna. Please park on the street or at Ben Lee Park (1.5 blocks from the school). You can also watch us live on Facebook or watch the replay later on YouTube.

Our volunteers are immensely valuable to CSLK! If you can help out with making coffee, setting up and/or after-service taking down, please contact Rev. Corinne Crockett at 250-868-9090 or email corinne_crockett@telus.net.

Do you have an idea for CSLK community opportunities you’d like to experience? We'd love to hear your thoughts! Please contact Rev. Corinne Crockett at 250-868-9090 or email corinne_crockett@telus.net.

Practitioner Support

Our ministers and practitioners are in service to all of us. If you need help to see the Truth in a situation; if you are looking for clarity; if you are struggling; our ministers and practitioners are here to support you. You can contact them through the About page on our website, or you can submit a prayer request on the Contact page.

Bring Nature’s Fare Receipts to CSLK!

Nature’s Fare grocery store receipts are worth a pretty penny to us! Bring your shopping receipts to Sunday service and place them into the receipt box on the table in front of the stage in the Studio 9 auditorium. Nature’s Fare will donate 3% of the total of your purchases to CSL Kelowna! Every receipt helps! Thank you!

Your Support Means So Much to Our Community!

We’re grateful for the ways CSL Kelowna is able to accept donations:

1. Online via the Ways to Donate page of our website (PayPal or credit card).

2. Using the Donation Station (Debit or Credit Card) at our Sunday Service.

3. By Interac e-transfers sent to donate@cslkelowna.org. 

4. Cheques can be mailed to: Suite 131, 101-1865 Dilworth Drive, Kelowna, BC V1Y 9T1.

For more information, please contact Rev. Melody Bailey.

MINDFUL MOMENT

"The best way to take care of the future is to take care of the present moment"

– Thich Nhat Hanh

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