When the world's weight feels overwhelming, and fear threatens to freeze our progress, one truth stands tall: fear is only powerful when we let it control us. As Franklin Roosevelt famously declared during one of our nation’s darkest hours, “The Only Thing We Have to Fear Is Fear Itself.” Back in 1933, in economic despair and crippling uncertainty,...
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I Got It, I Lost It—And How to Get It Back
Ever Felt Spiritually “In the Flow”... Only to Lose It?One moment, everything clicks. Life feels aligned, effortless, full of meaning. And then—poof—it’s gone. Doubt creeps in. Worry takes over. You feel disconnected from the deep sense of knowing you once had.Sound familiar?This Sunday, we’re discussing the natural rhythm of spiritual...
Saturday, March 8, 2025
The Still Small Voice Within: An Invitation to Listen Deeply
Have you ever felt a quiet nudge guiding you? A whisper of wisdom just beneath the surface of your thoughts? This Sunday at the Center for Spiritual Living Santa Rosa, we will explore the art of listening to the Still Small Voice within—the presence of the Living Spirit that moves through each of us.So often, the noise of life fills our...
Saturday, March 1, 2025
Navigating the Tides of Life – A Sunday Experience You Won’t Want to Miss

Life moves fast—faster than ever in our digital world. Between constant notifications, overflowing to-do lists, and the endless stream of news, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. What if there was a way to navigate life with more ease, clarity, and balance?This Sunday, we’ll explore three powerful practices that will help you move with, rather...
Saturday, February 8, 2025
Interconnectedness, DEI, and Black History, with Dr. Edward Viljoen 2/9/2025

As we move into the second week of February, we continue our exploration of the interconnectedness of all life. In a time when division often dominates the headlines, it is more important than ever to turn toward a deeper truth—a truth that transcends politics, personal preferences, and societal trends. This truth is one of unity, of recognizing...
Saturday, February 1, 2025
Unlocking the Wonder of Interbeing: A Call to Stay Engaged

A minister named Savanna Noelle, who was raised in Centers for Spiritual Living, recently discussed how chaos and distraction can draw attention away from what truly matters. She recounted her time in Egypt following the Arab Spring and later in Ukraine amid unrest. Her experiences illustrated how deliberate overwhelm can leave individuals...
Saturday, January 25, 2025
Discover Your Spiritual Home—Conveniently on Zoom! Sunday, January 25, 2025 1 pm

Have you ever wondered what being part of a spiritual community could look like for you? Our Membership Orientation is the perfect way to find out—no strings attached. Join us from anywhere on Zoom or in person and take a closer look at what makes the Center for Spiritual Living Santa Rosa so special.This isn’t about commitment. It’s about...
Choosing Possibility, with Dr. Edward Viljoen, Sunday, January 26, 2025

This Sunday’s message invites us to explore how we can choose possibility, even in times that feel divided or uncertain. It’s a message rooted in unity—not as sameness, but as a way to honor the diversity and interconnectedness of life. Together, we’ll look at how to overcome myths that keep us silent or stuck and discover practical ways...
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Science of Mind and Spirit For Begnners
"This wonderful book guides any individual to understand Science of Mind with ease and grace. It is a simple and beautiful presentation of the Spiritual Principles Science of Mind teaches. I highly recommend this book to students, licensed Practitioners and ministers. Blessings to Rev Edward." ~ Johan Gonzalez RScP. Science of Mind and Spirit for Beginners: Four Chapters in Simplified Prose, paraphrased by Edward VIljoen
Seeing Good At Work

I have been through the book three times over three years, and am starting it again. This is not because the material in the book is not working, but because it is working so well! The weekly lessons keep me on track and focused on what is actually true and important, and help me experience more good in every area of my life. LS
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