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Dear «Salutation»,
The season of Christmas is one of my favorite times of the year. To me it is
more than a celebration of the birth of Jesus; it is a celebration of life itself! It is a
time when we can focus on all that is good about our lives and the people around us, a
time for caring and sharing with all of Gods children, and a time for connecting
with the divine Spirit within us and expressing that Spirit in all that we do and say.
It is also a time for gratitude, and I give great thanks that God has lead you
to the Church of Today. Your generosity in sharing your goodness with this Church is a
constant source of joy to me, and I commend you for your commitment to the spiritual
principle of giving from your heart.
Renewal is a key theme throughout the celebration of Christmas, and I see for
you a season in which you are renewed in the peace and love of God; in which you are
affirmed in your faith and trust in God; in which you are filled with new wisdom and
inspiration that furthers your progress in becoming all that you can be.
«Salutation», may this season be one in which you deepen your
relationships with family and friends and connect with the divine Spirit that is in each
one of them. May you walk in peace and find the love of God wherever you go. And may your
path be one of joy, harmony and prosperity throughout this season and the new year.
Much love and many blessings,
Wendy Craig-Purcell, Minister
PS We are thrilled about two important events coming up: The Heart
Empowerment Seminar ~ January 23rd and 24th ~ and Arun Gandhis Lecture and Workshop
~ February 20th and 21st.
Dear «Salutation»,
Here we are again at the start of a brand new year with wonderful new
opportunities to become all that we wish to be. You are so very dear and special to me and
I look forward to working with you this year in making your dreams a reality.
I want to especially thank you for your gifts which empower the Church to help
so many. By giving to others, you open the door to greater good in your own life.
As you walk your path with God this year, know that I hold for you the light of
peace and contentment, and that you are blessed beyond measure with Gods love and
comfort wherever you are and in whatever you do.
With much love and an abundance of blessings,
Wendy Craig-Purcell
Dear «Salutation»,
As we move steadily nearer to the new millennium, I am particularly grateful to
you for your support of this ministry and all that it stands for. Your contributions not
only help us help others develop a relationship with God, but also to create a safer,
kinder and more peaceful world in which people like yourself can thrive and grow without
fear and without hardship.
We are now riding the crest of an evolutionary wave which is transforming our
world into a place where spiritual values are the essence of our relations with each
other, and our creative relationship with God. It is the fundamental basis of our human
experience. This is the great message which we as individuals can bring to the world, and
which we can display to the world through our example. It is our hope, our destiny, and
our childrens inheritance.
I treasure your support of this ministry, and the tremendous good which your
contributions make possible. Please know that I see for you a world in which forgiveness
and understanding are the governing values of all relationships, and Gods love and
blessings are readily apparent in every human life. Let your light shine and your love
flow as we journey together on this spiritual path.
With much love and an abundance of blessings,
Wendy Craig-Purcell
WCP:dn
P.S. Please join me for my series entitled "Like Blue Jeans for the
Soul," beginning February 21st. Youll learn ways to reduce stress,
increase peace of mind, and strengthen your spiritual connection with God through the
practice of prayer and meditation
Dear «SALUT»,
As we move into Summer, our thoughts turn to planning vacations and outings,
events which provide us with a change of pace, more time with our families and friends,
and a respite from what can sometimes be a stressful way of life. These times that we take
for renewal, enjoyment and a chance to re-connect with that part of us which still likes
to play, are very important in terms of adding balance, clarity and renewed energy to our
lives.
What a physical vacation can achieve for our overall sense of well being, can
also be achieved for our souls through taking regular "spiritual vacations," by
entering into that deep part of us where love and light form the nucleus of our Spirit. We
can take spiritual vacations by turning inward to commune with God and feeling Gods
presence within us. However, sometimes its difficult to remember to do this, which
is an important reason for attending Church of Today and participating in our wide range
of Church activities and service opportunities.
I want to thank you for your contribution to our Church last Sunday, which will
be used to continue to create wonderful spiritual vacations for yourself and others. When
you enter into this place of love and laughter, peace and harmony, I hope you will
acknowledge yourself as being one of its creators, one who bears part of the
responsibility for the miracles that are taking place here every day.
May the Lord of "spiritual vacations" be your constant companion and
guide, and may your way be lit with the light of passion and truth, now and always.
With much love and light,
Wendy Craig-Purcell
Dear «Salutation»,
Our Church home continues to improve, not only physically as we enhance our
building and facilities, but in the radiance of love, warmth and compassion which surround
all who come through its doors. Many people have told me they feel a great sense of love
and joy when they enter the building, a sense that they can leave whatever difficulties
they may be experiencing behind them and feel the comfort and peace that is God within
them.
I want to thank you for your support in making this possible. Without you, and
others like you, without the monetary gifts and the gift of your presence in this Church,
the safe, warm and loving atmosphere that so much pervades our Church home could not
exist.
So Im particularly grateful to you for what you are enabling this
ministry to offer, for your generosity and for your love. And may you be enfolded in
Gods love and instilled with the peace that passes all understanding, as we continue
to work together to create a world of understanding and light.
With much love and an abundance of blessings,
Wendy Craig-Purcell
WCP:dn
P.S. I hope you will be sure to join me on Sunday mornings as I continue my
new series on prayer entitled "Like Blue Jeans for the Soul." It is an ideal
opportunity to deepen your prayer life and enjoy a more complete relationship with God.
Dear «Salutation»,
Faith is the answer to most of lifes questions, and I hope that you are
finding your faith being strengthened as you journey along the quiet path to oneness with
God. Many people have found the Adventure in Faith program to be a powerful asset
in developing a strong faith in Gods willingness and desire to make their lives a
joyous experience. I truly hope that you have benefited from it in that way, too.
«Salutation», I want you to know how much I appreciate your gift this month.
It is gifts like yours that help us to help others build their faith so that they too may
have a joyous and meaningful life experience and realize the blessings of partnering with
God.
Im sure you realize that to continue this work, we exercise great faith
in your commitment to financially support your Church family, through the pledge you make
on your Financial Commitment Card, and through your subsequent weekly giving. Your
financial support is very important to this Church and I know I can count on you to be a
pillar of strength throughout the coming year. If you have not turned in your Commitment
Card yet, I encourage you to do so as soon as possible.
I know that as you progress along your spiritual path, you are finding faith to
be an incomparable blessing in your life, one which is helping you to develop a deep, rich
and meaningful partnership with God. I behold you ever-blessed through your awareness of
Gods presence within.
Much love and many blessings,
Wendy Craig-Purcell
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