Dr. Arthur is Back!!!

His theme for September is:

"Your Future is Open"

Join us for service on September 24th when Dr. Arthur's topic will be: “Let Go of What's Holding You Back”

Founder's is Live Streaming!

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You can see Dr. Arthur's 30th Anniversary service by clicking on the link below!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rg9IxqOLCLU

FOUNDER'S IS OPEN!!

Join us for in person services in

English and Spanish

on

Sunday, September 24th at 10 am

If you have any questions, please call our Church Office:

213-388-9733 Ext. 101 for English

Ext. 118 for Spanish

FROM PARENT TO

PRINCIPLE-CONSCIOUSNESS

By Rev. Dr. Arthur Chang

Evolution in general, and what our lives are in particular, share a common principle—the principle of growth. Although biological forms have eons of time to develop individual forms do not. We humans, for example, possess a high degree of consciousness for learning and for directing principles to achieve a high degree of evolution in our lifetime.

Human life begins with a child-state requiring a high degree of dependence upon parents for our survival. Our immense curiosity about our novel surroundings is matched only by our ignorance of it. Here, the godlike parental-rule that protects us insists on obedience.

Our development from childhood to adulthood contains the necessary transitioning threshold that inevitably leads to the conflict with parental authority that coming of age young adults experience. The Hebrew myth of Adam and Eve poetically lays out the crossing of this threshold of which theologian Augustine unfortunately misrendered the pair’s eating of the forbidden fruit as “disobedience” to God. Thus, a natural growth threshold was labeled by bad theology as “original sin” and “the fall of man.”

Reading the Scriptures as prose is like viewing a beautiful landscape through a fully developed cataract. The language of Scripture is poetry. A prosaic mindset is apt to miss the soul-vision of this vital lesson, which is human growth in this instance. In the Garden of Eden, “the tree of knowledge of good and evil” signifies a critical threshold of growth from child to adult consciousness. It is a time-release experience. As stem cells in our bodies trigger critical periods of growth, so does puberty, a consciousness stem cell, trigger a quantum leap toward becoming self-responsible adults.

Puberty is the cosmic announcement of our becoming adults where shedding parental-reliance for self-reliance occurs. “Eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil,” means we must now be guided by principle and not by the personalities of our parents. The following insight by Paul applies, “When I was a child, I spoke as a child, I understood as a child, I thought as a child; but when I became a man, I put away childish things.” (1 Corinthians 14:11) The universal aim is not one of producing “obedient children” but of producing “self-responsible and spiritually mature adults.”

Growth from child to adult-consciousness means going from parental governance to principle-directed governance. Principles are the only unchanging aspects of our universe. Principles are how the universe works. Thus, principles give us individual access to the universal creative process where we can bring our dreams into reality as well as positively or negatively affect our health. This potential is an aspect of our soul-activity. Consciously creating our world requires more than an intelligent understanding of principle. Principle must be energized by thoughts, deeply felt. The Eden myth says symbolically, “Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother and shall cleave unto his wife…” (Gen. 2:24) While this statement is true of our reproduction process, it is true also at the metaphysical level of creating our dreams whether in healing, achieving our purpose or in any way that fulfills our lives.

Nevertheless, in applying principles as adults, we will make mistakes. A deeper insight into how we are using principle will allow us to correct our mistakes and become more successful at living. Mistakes are part of the learning process of which is said, “Even a bad thing can be a vehicle to a better place.”

This short article can only begin to uncover a smidgen of the wealth of meaning that has been lost to countless generations because of the mistaken sin/disobedience interpretation of the Adam and Eve human developmental story. However, it is my hope that this article will begin to remove some of the cataract of the prose mindset that has blinded us from seeing its truer poetic meaning. In this way, we will appreciate the poetic nuances of our creative human journey from child to adult consciousness and experience more empowerment and freedom from any guilt imposed by labeling a natural process as “original sin.”

The universal aim is for our lives to go from parent-consciousness to principle-consciousness.

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Sunday,September 24th

Dr. Arthur Chang

September theme:

"Your Future is Open"

D. Arthur's Topic:

 "Let Go of What's Holding You Back"

There are many things that hold us back from become more fulfilled in life, some are fear and uncertainty, unintentional living, short term thinking, negative thinking and doubts. We will examine these and more for you to let go of what’s holding you back. You were born to flourish.

Call the Church Office at 

213-388-9733 Ext. 101

for additional information. 

Visit our website!

www.founderslosangeles.org 

JOIN REV. DAN WENTZEL FOR VISIONING!!

Dear Friends of the Science of Mind and Spirit,

This week, "Thursday Night Live!", a consciousness-raising discussions about the practical application of the Science of Mind and Spirit" begins on September 14, 2023, at 7:00 PM, on Zoom.

Room ID: 879 3405 4450 Passcode: Spirit

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87934054450?pwd=NDFpdzI3ajcrYmx0OXVWUmJ2akdLUT09

To entice you, the subject for our first gathering is The Law of Attraction.

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I will now be doing Visioning Meditation for Your Life monthly on the 3rd Sunday evening of each month at 6:00 p.m. (This Sunday 9/17!) , by Zoom. New Room ID: 892 5772 1495 Passcode: Visioning  

This includes this next Sunday evening, September 17th.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89257721495?pwd=UXpLeWp4MzdKeDQ5azUzeksxYkNUdz09

Everyone is welcome. 

Much Love

Rev. Dan Wentzel



Wednesday Night Zoom Services 6:30pm

Dr. Arthur is Back!!

September 20th Topic

MAKE A LIVING PLAN

As not two moments or days are alike, we should conceptualize our plan for the future as a living plan. We must see it as changing. We must be flexible to adjust to what life puts before us.



Call or email for your invitation.

 Wednesday Night Service on ZOOM!! 

To receive an invitation, email "Wednesday Zoom" to pat@founderschurch.org

Ponte al día

Los servicios en Founder's el domingo, 24 de Septiembre, a las 10:00 en la capilla. Ven y disfruta de la conexión espiritual que todos compartimos. Bendiciones, Ministerio Español de Founder's.

Síguenos en Founder's Facebook en Español

-https://www.facebook.com/founders.enespanol

presentaciones de los practicantes:

Linea de oración de Founder's: Para obtener información sobre servicios de Founder's o para dejar un mensaye que quiere oración de un practicante, llame directamente al 213-388-9733 x 117. Puede dejar su nombre y número de teléfono y un practicante le devolverá la llamada.

Lo invitamos a realizar estudios complementarios con zoom de estudio de libros en la filosofía de La Ciencia de la Mente, ya sea los miércoles por la noche a las 7:00 pm o los viernes por la noche a las 5:00 pm. Para recibir más información y recibir una invitación, escriba a Ivania a ivalsa2000@yahoo.com.

Los invitamos a todos a unirse con nosotros y así crecer espiritualmente y aprender como "cambiar sus pensamientos para cambiar su vida".

Classes at Founder’s!

Fall Schedule

Classes accredited with Centers for Spiritual Living

These classes are provided for personal growth and, also, contribute to filling the requirements for entering practitioner training and becoming a licensed practitioner:

Classes in English

“Building a Consciousness of Healing” Beginning Tuesday October 3, 7:00 pm with Rev. Dan Wentzel

 “The Essential Ernest” beginning Thursday, September 28, 7:00 with Pat Gentry, RScP

“Practitioner Studies” (formerly known as Practitioner II) Beginning Thursday, September 21, 7:00 with Alvin Turner, RScP*; prerequisite, Advanced Studies of SOM

Clases en español

 “Los Cinco Regalos de la Vida de Abundancia” (5 Gifts of an Abundant Life) beginning Monday, October 9, 7:00 pm, led by Mara and Susy Figueroa, both RScPs. *

“Cambia tu Pensimiento, Cambiará tu Vida” (Change Your Thinking, Change Your Life) Beginning Thursday, October 5, 7:00 pm with Ivania Gonzalez, RScP

Llame 213-388-9733, x 118, para más información. Deja un mensaje para una llamada de repuesta.

Llame 213-388-9733, ext. 118 por más información. Deje su número de teléfono si no estamos en la oficina. Gracias!

       Classes for Personal Growth

       donation to Founder’s optional

English

Visioning Meditation for Your Life—By zoom the third Sunday of every month, at 6:00., including September 17,  Led by Rev. Dan Wentzel.  ID 892 5772 1495 passcode Visioning;

SOM Discussion group—"Thursday Night Live” Beginning September 14, 7:00 pm, led by Rev. Dan Wentzel; consciousness-raising discussions about the practical application of the Science of Mind and Spirit.

Visioning Meditation for Founder’s Church—led by Rev. Dan Wentzel; the first Sunday of every month, beginning Oct. 1, in person (Armor Lounge) 12:00. Everyone is welcome.

Call 213-388-9733, ext. 118 for more information. Leave a message for a call back.

Español

Estudio de Libro, La Ciencia de la Mente; via Zoom viernes en la noche.

ID 86418016218

*RScP Religious Science Practitioner

JOIN THE MASTERMIND GROUP!!

MasterMind Group for manifesting spiritual and financial abundance. Proposed date: Sunday, September, 24, 12:00.

Call 213-388-9733, ext. 118 for more information.

YOGA!!

Yoga is presented by Julia Young each Sunday at 12:00 upstairs in the choir room for a donation to Founder’s Church of $5 to $10. All you need is a mat and comfortable clothing. We hope to see you Sunday!

F o u n d e r’s C h u r c h

Of Religious Science

A Center for Spiritual Living

Your estate gift makes a difference!

There are many ways you can leave a bequest to Founders

and support the Founders Mission: Serving as a Spiritual Light

to Communities Worldwide.

Estate planning is important for everyone, regardless

of the size of your estate. Your legacy gift will live on through

Founders’ spiritual support and service to people.

Ways to Include FOUNDERS in Your Estate Plan

Specific Bequest: You may decide to make a specific dollar amount to Founders or a specific item of property. Example: Shares of stock.

Residential Bequest: You can be sure to provide for your family and friends first, but you can still leave Founders the balance of your estate after your beneficiaries have received their gifts.

Contingent Bequest: You may wish to include Founders as a beneficiary in your will only under certain circumstances. For example, you may wish to name Founders as a beneficiary of your estate if certain named individuals do not survive you.

Other Documents: You can add Founders as a beneficiary to your Retirement account, your check/savings accounts, or your life insurance policy.

WE CAN HELP

For more information, please contact Founders’ Church Administrator at

213 388-9733 - Extension 101, or email info@founderslosangeles.org, or Visit

Founders Church, 3281 West Sixth Street, Los Angeles, CA 90020.

Announcing!!

Founder's Theater for Children

acted by adults

"Anansi the Spider, Trickster of Africa"

Directed by Cheryl Collins

Rehearsals in process every Saturday

Casting is complete

Performance Dates: Sat. Oct. 21 and Sat. Oct. 28

Look for other events sponsored by Founder's Community Outreach.

Contact info:

www.founderscommunityoutreach.org

Lauren Grant: E:Lauren@founderscommunityoutreach.org

Hector Reta: E:hector@founderscommunityoutreach.org

Office (213) 338-2943

Mobile: (626) 239 5609

Ernest's Corner

Whatever the nature of any principle may be—in so far as it is understood by anyone—it may be understood by all who take the time to investigate. This does not require an unusual degree of intelligence, but, rather, a practical appli­cation of what we now know in order that we may increase our knowledge. The study of the Science of Mind is a study of First Cause, Spirit, Mind, or that invisible Essence, that ultimate Stuff and Intelligence from which everything comes, the Power back of creation—the Thing Itself.

The Science of Mind, Page 26-3

Featuring Dr. Arthur Chang 

Next week, on "This Thing Called Life"  

Dr. Arthur will be speaking on the theme: 

"Happiness Is a Choice"

The weekly broadcasts are: 

Monday: "Gain or Loss?"

Tuesday: "Errors of Eden"

Wednesday: "Win/Win vs. Win/Lose"

Thursday: "Conditional and Unconditional Love"

Friday: "To Be or Not to Be"

The shows are posted daily and available

24 hours per day. 

How to Quiet Your Mind

Medically Reviewed by Carmelita Swiner, MD on November 30, 2022

Written by Paul Frysh

Breathe

We do this all the time, but to use your breathing to find stillness, be more careful and conscious about it. Pay attention to the rhythm. If you take short, quick breaths, try to move toward slower, deeper ones. Put your hand on your belly: You should feel it rise and expand as you draw air in, and fall as you let it out. Shoot for about six breaths a minute.

Exercise

Just 5 minutes of aerobic exercise, like a brisk walk, could start to calm your mind. It releases endorphins -- chemicals that make you feel good and can help improve your mood, focus, and sleep. High-intensity interval training (HIIT) can give you a big dose of them in a short time. After warming up, alternate 20- to 30-second bursts of pushing yourself hard (like doing sprints, squats, or fast weightlifting) with equal amounts of rest.

Listen to Music

It literally calms the activity in your brain. Fewer neurons fire in your amygdala (the part of your brain that responds to fear), which may lead to fewer signals sent to other parts of your brain. Music is a good thing to try if you're distracted by pain. Listen closely, not just as background. The more you notice, the less you'll dwell on your other thoughts.

Go Outdoors

Being in and around nature often makes people think more clearly and feel more relaxed and refreshed. Your brain doesn't have to work as hard in a greener environment. In one study, after 20 minutes in a park, children with ADHD were able to concentrate better. Spending time outside can also bring down your heart rate, blood pressure, stress hormones, and even muscle tension.

Progressive Muscle Relaxation

Use the connection with your body to soothe your mind. Pick a body part -- foot, leg, mouth, eyes -- and tense it for a few seconds. Then release and relax for 10 seconds or so. Notice how that feels different. Switch to another part, and keep going until you've done your whole body. This can also improve sleep and may even ease headaches and stomachaches.

Guided Imagery

Think of a favorite spot, real or imagined, that makes you calm and happy: perhaps a beach at sunset, a comfy chair in front of a fireplace, or a stream in the forest. Focus on details. Can you smell pine needles, for example? See bubbles in the water? Hear the gurgle and splashing? There are audio recordings and apps that can help you through this process.

Hatha Yoga

This mix of challenging poses and controlled breathing helps you turn your awareness to being in the present moment instead of judging yourself and others. There's also evidence that a regular practice lessens anxiety and takes the edge off your natural stress response. Plus, it's exercise that builds your strength and flexibility. Go to a class, and you'll get the benefits of socializing with other people, too.

Dig in the Dirt

It's not just the great outdoors and the exercise at work here. The soil itself has microorganisms that might help you focus and lift your mood. Gardeners are less depressed and anxious, and they feel more connected to their communities.