VISION: A Center For Spiritual Living

The theme for February is "Divine Discomfort." There is an uncomfortable gap between where we are and where we'd like to be. Tune in as Rev. Patti talks about how Spirit as us wants to experience all of life, even this discomfort.

Join us for another great talk by Rev. Patti.  Do we treat and move our feet?  What is our relationship to action and manifestation? 

Renowned music duo Jan Garrett and J.D. Martin share a series of captivating songs intertwined with profound discussions about embracing both light and shadow in our lives. Bringing a combination of music and introspective talk, they explore how these contrasting elements form a significant part of our existence. Join the very talented Jan Garrett and J.D. Martin in this musical and philosophical...

What is the definition of courage and how can you use it in your spiritual awakening?  Tune in as Rev. Patti gives a meaningful talk on facing conditions with courage and opening to a greater reality.

The theme for January is "A Grand Rising" and as we adopt a daily practice of Science of Mind Teachings me live in a way that "God as me is love; God as me is abundance; God as me is peace" there is no separation. Tune in to hear Rev. Patty's acronym for FOCUS, it's another great tool to practice practical spirituality!

In her last talk of 2023, Rev. Patti talks about our wholeness and asks whether or not we've been living from it.  There's also a fun and powerful exercise that she goes through to set our intentions for the new year.  And Rev. Patti reminds us that we can do this any day of the year.

In this special Christmas Eve talk, Rev. Patti speaks about ancient wisdom.  In particular how Jesus came to teach us how to run the cosmic engine - Christ consciousness.

We begin this podcast with JohnnieRenee Nelson reading a beautiful poem from her book "Classic Kwanzaa Poems."  Next Rev. Diane talks about Mary and Joseph from the Christian Gospels; baking; and generosity and somehow she ties these three disparate topics together!

Jennifer Hough is the President of The Wide Awakening, Author of the new book UNSTUCK and Founder of the Largest Integrative Nutrition Practice in Canada. Tune in to hear more about how many Universes we have in each of our bodies and how to get out of our own way! (Or the Universe's way)

Ram Dass once said, 'We are all just walking each other home.' 🌈 Today, let's contemplate the profound truth behind these words and uncover the essence of what is sacred and what is mundane.

Gratitude is not a time of year, it's a lifestyle.  Give a listen and find out some tips on making gratitude a part of your daily life.

This 45 minute meditative service features our 5 step Affirmative Prayer.  Vision was inspired to use the Taize style for the service.  Taize is a movement started in Taize France. It encourages others to live in the spirit of kindness, simplicity and reconciliation.

Wherever we go, whatever we do, we are never outside of Spirit, whose power and presence is equally present everywhere.  In her talk "It's All God" Rev. Patti tells us about teachers like Zarathushtra, born around 200BC, whose teachings emphasized one God and influenced Christianity. Listen in to hear more about the core concepts of Religious Science and the many other teachings that it draws from...

This month's theme is "Mundane Sacred Profane." Reverend Patti Paris gives a powerful talk about "No Sacred Cows" and how our ability to question everything and accept that we are one is important. "We're here to know the truth. And I love this Carl Sagan. Allegedly. I couldn't cite it for sure, but Carl Sagan said 'If something can be destroyed by the truth, it should be destroyed by the truth.'...

This month’s theme is Playing with Paradox. we get to look at the paradoxes of the human experience and hold them up to the light of Truth.

Rev. Patti explores the paradox of letting go and receiving.

Rev. Jeanne Phillips jokes about her favorite paradox "the only constant is change" and explores a Third Way to heal the world.

If it were up to Rev. Patti, this month's theme "Playing with Paradox" would be called "Wrestling with Paradox" because it's not feeling like play.  Yet, she's got a great talk about "Paradox of Our Age."

Welcome to October 2023 and it's theme "Playing with Paradox." Examples of paradoxical statements might be - Save money by spending it. If I know one thing, it's that I know nothing. This is the beginning of the end. And there are many more.

"By practicing the principles we move from knowledge, the book learning, into wisdom." Listen in to hear more of Rev. Patti Paris's wisdom and inspiration about allowing Spirit to flow through us.

"Speak the Truth out loud for others to hear." - Marcus Gilliland.  A powerful talk on knowing that the Universe is with you.

What can we do to support our bold dreams?  Rev. Patti dives into how affirmative prayer will support you as you make new goals and dream bold dreams.

What is required to hold hands with your destiny? Listen in and find out Rev. Patti's unique take on the phrase "I cheated."