CSL-White Rock Sunday's Message

Last September, I picked up Reverend Doug Craig at the Abbotsford Airport and was fortunate enough to have him as a guest for two high-energy, fascinating days of non-stop conversation. His in-person talk in our CSL White Rock hall, ‘Living Your Heart’s Desire,’ was so popular that it resulted in his workshop, ‘Moving Forward,’ to be full of intrigued, furiously-note-taking fans.  In fact, I...

Welcome to August! Finally, my curiosity, over all the teasers pointing to our new book-of-the-month and this unusual word 'unbuntu,' will be satisfied.   Rev. Cassandra says, 'This month we are exploring Inclusion in Action - how each one of us can be a healing presence in the world - by delving into Everyday Ubuntu: Living Better Together, the African Way by Mungi Ngomane. She writes,...

We are absolutely thrilled this week to welcome back Rev. Dr. Nadene Rogers. For those of us who remember, Rev. Nadene took the hold of the reigns of CSL White Rock, as our Interim Minister, in January of last year. From January to October of 2019, Rev. Nadene whipped our flagging minister-less Leadership and Centre into one worthy of acquiring a suitable Senior Minister to guide us. I am so...

Rev. Cassandra writes: ‘Truth has an energy and a life of its own. Truth inevitably rises to the surface. We strive to reconcile our human truth with our Divine Truth and in that knowing we are set free. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. said, “I believe that unarmed truth and unconditional love will have the final word in reality.” How do we live this idea today? And how do we let it set us free?’ Tune...

Rev. Cassandra writes, 'While we know, understand, and love using spiritual principles for our personal experience, how do we apply our teaching to the collective? How does my freedom relate to our freedom and vice versa? And ultimately, how do we live the truth of our Oneness in today’s world? Join us as we explore the interconnectedness of all people through our shared humanity as well as our mu...

Unchained Spirituality is our powerful theme for July and in the place of our book of the month Rev. Cassandra will be shining a light on the speeches and writings of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Here is the description for tomorrow’s talk, Free at Last! ‘In 1963 at the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. concluded his now famous “I Have a Dream” speech w...

Father’s Day, Summer Solstice, Social Justice and Spirituality all come together on this special Sunday! Join us for a seasonal blessing and powerful talk bringing together these different aspects of our lives into one experience of Truth and Spirit. The words we choose have the power to heal and the power to oppress. Right now there is a global movement for racial justice. As spiritual peopl...

Audre Lorde said, “When I dare to be powerful, to use my strength in the service of my vision, then it makes no difference whether or not I am afraid.” This week we explore how to put feet to our faith even when there’s fear. The most profound answers to your prayers and intentions show up in your actions. Spiritual living is active and mindful action can set you free.

What does creating a just world mean to you? How do we use our spiritual principles and practices to address the injustice we see in the world? The urgency of these questions are rising and we are being called to expand our focus from our individual experience to the collective experience. Join us as we delve into Skill in Action: Radicalizing Your Yoga Practice to Create a Just World by Michelle...

The goal of spiritual living isn’t to eradicate pain or to only look at the positive. It is to be consciously aware of what’s unfolding knowing that everything has the potential to reveal your spiritual magnificence. Healing is inevitable when we allow it. Referenced in the talk: Broken Open Blog Steve Colori author of Experiencing and Overcoming Schizoaffective Disorder https://www.stevecolori.co...

Life keeps on unfolding and spring is an excellent time to remember that we are designed to open up and blossom. While it might be scary to change, your soul is calling. Cassandra Rae, spiritual director Centre for Spiritual Living White Rock

During an unprecedented global pandemic, there can be waves of emotion that wash over you.  It’s extra challenging to remain grounded in your spiritual Truth when it’s so easy to get overwhelmed by the uncertainty of it all. This podcast is Rev. Cassandra Rae's talk, where she explores four lifelines of peace and calm that you can use all week long. The Science of Mind: A Philosophy, A Faith,...

The New Thought lineage has a legacy of female leaders, and religious science was one of the first denominations to ordain women in North America. This week we continue our exploration of the Divine Feminine through the legacy of the feminine prophet. Rev Cassandra Rae Book of the Month: Wild Mercy by Mirabai Starr

Most of us grew up inside a culture that viewed God as a man. How might this impact our sense of the Divine and of ourselves? This week we deepen our experience of Spirit by recognizing and celebrating the Divine Feminine as an integral and necessary part of our spiritual journey and ourselves Rev Cassandra Rae A Peek Into the 2020 Spiritual Living Convention

Pleasure is built into being human. We are divinely designed with pleasure as an integral aspect to who we are as humans. Why then is pleasure taboo and even dangerous? It doesn’t have to be! We can embrace the spirituality of pleasure as an intrinsic part of this journey we call life and our spiritual path.  “What’s it all about, Alfie?” Rev Cassandra Rae

All bodies are beautiful. The Divine is present in all bodies. And yet, why do so many of us struggle to accept, celebrate, and nurture our bodies? Drawing from Sonya Renee Taylor’s The Body is Not An Apology we explore how self-love can fuel “a movement of radical human love and action in service toward a more just, equitable and compassionate world.” The Body Is Sacred - Soul Sessions Blog Rev C...

Honoring day 4 of the Gandhi King Season for Nonviolence , we explore caring for one’s body as a sacred responsibility to honor the Divine showing up as each one of us (and our bodies!) The Body Is Sacred Rev Cassandra Rae

How do we take our understanding of God and make it applicable and alive in our own lives? This week we deepen our relationship with the Divine through the creative power of our thoughts. Permission for Self-Care Rev Cassandra Rae

New Year Practices for Enlightened Living Many of us have a negative association with the word ‘God.’ We remember childhood lessons of a male God living in the sky that looks down upon us, judges us and answers prayer if we’re good enough. But, what if God is simply the power that creates everything? And what if that power were available for you? As we begin a new year (and a new decade!) let’s de...

What Does Your Soul Want to Be? What is the highest vision of your life? What seeks to emerge in, through, and as you? We explore the Five Foundational Qualities for Practicing Life Visioning from Michael Bernard Beckwith's book Life Visioning: A Transformative Process for Activating Your Unique Gifts and Highest Potential. What Does Your Soul Want to Be?

Peace and Power Your soul is calling you to your greatest purpose. When you have the courage to put aside fears and expectations to follow your heart’s path, you can feel peace like no other. Even if your authentic path disrupts the status quo, the peace of your authenticity remains. Soul Sessions Blog Peace and Power 

Elisabeth Kubler-Ross said, “People are like stained-glass windows. They sparkle and shine when the sun is out, but when the darkness sets in, their beauty is revealed only if there is a light from within.” How do you connect with the light within? Rev Cassandra Rae

Being your authentic self is the key to experiencing a deep sense of peace and calm. How do we cultivate the courage to authentically stand for peace when it might ruffle feathers and disrupt the status quo? Rev Cassandra Rae

Self-care is not passive; it is an active, conscious, and necessary element of the realization of your Divine Potential. What are the most powerful and effective ways to care for your soul?  Welcome to Visit our Blog The Creativity of Self-Care By Cassandra Rae

There is a seed of Creative Genius inside of you that naturally takes root, grows, and blossoms. How do you access it and allow it to lead, guide, and unfold in your daily life?