Our interfaith ministry ~
Celebration Spiritual Center serves those who wish to explore their spirituality and invite the Divine into their lives. Our Interfaith ministry is based on the following principles:
Celebration Spiritual Center serves those who wish to explore their spirituality and invite the Divine into their lives. Our Interfaith ministry is based on the following principles:
· Celebration of Oneness through the recognition of God-given freewill and the honoring of diverse faith traditions.
· Seeking common ground among diverse faith traditions as a seed for oneness, love, inner peace, and peace throughout the world.
· The philosophy of "in addition to” rather than "instead of.” This value is celebrated by integrating diverse faiths and philosophies "in addition to” personal beliefs. Teaching the traditions of only one faith as if it is better than another serves only to enhance separation.
· Sharing through interfaith spiritual ceremonies summons the respectful, loving, spiritual co-existence of mankind.
The members, pastor, board and regular visitors of Celebration Spiritual Center reach out to the community in an effort to lovingly sweep away fears and misunderstandings regarding our true spiritual connection to God.
At the Celebration Spiritual Center, we know that growth is obtained through education. We are focused on the philosophy of God in all things, and the science of the proof of life after life, or the continuation of life. Human beings are co-creators with the God. We can create an accepting, peaceful, love-filled world - or we can create a world of doubt, chaos and anger. We are given freewill as individuals to choose whether to progress, stagnate, or regress. Each person's life challenges are their own, and church dogma should not interfere with anyone's spiritual expansion. We accept each golden opportunity presented to us to make a difference in our own lives and in the future of spirituality in the world, as well as to enhance the lives of others. At CSC, we relate to each other in an ethical and accepting way. If we want to live in a more aware world – a more connected world - we must welcome diversity and share in educating each other. There are many paths to God - know that you are welcome to join us on the journey.
The church BOARD OF DIRECTORS meets on 2nd Sundays.
President - Rev. Scott Buchholz
Vice President/PR Committee Chair - Ellen Wrin
Trustee/Secretary - Rev. Garri Knezevich
Trustee/Treasurer - Sandee Kifer
Trustee/PR Committee - Shanti Neese
Trustee/Secretary - Rev. Garri Knezevich
Trustee/Treasurer - Sandee Kifer
Trustee/PR Committee - Shanti Neese
Trustee/PR Committee - Anna Toomey, on sabbatical
Pastor/Trustee/PR Committee/Web Design - Rev. Karen Buchholz
To sit on the Board, one must be 18 or older, a member in good standing according to the charter's bylaws, elected during the annual general membership meeting, or appointed by the president (and board approved) to fill a mid-year opening.
To vote in the general membership meeting one must be 18 or older, and be a member in good standing. The next election is to be held in January 2014. All are welcome to attend. All members and visitors are invited to ask questions, share opinions and offer guidance in the meeting; however, as stated above, only members in good standing may vote. Associate members, regular church visitors and church members are all invited to sit on CSC committees. Please volunteer your services for committees - we do not nominate.
Charter formed and maintained through 3 name changes since July 8th, 1965.
Pastor/Trustee/PR Committee/Web Design - Rev. Karen Buchholz
To sit on the Board, one must be 18 or older, a member in good standing according to the charter's bylaws, elected during the annual general membership meeting, or appointed by the president (and board approved) to fill a mid-year opening.
To vote in the general membership meeting one must be 18 or older, and be a member in good standing. The next election is to be held in January 2014. All are welcome to attend. All members and visitors are invited to ask questions, share opinions and offer guidance in the meeting; however, as stated above, only members in good standing may vote. Associate members, regular church visitors and church members are all invited to sit on CSC committees. Please volunteer your services for committees - we do not nominate.
Charter formed and maintained through 3 name changes since July 8th, 1965.
If you have questions, suggestions or interest in participating in Celebration Spiritual Center's activities please contact Pastor Karen Buchholz at cscinterfaith@gmail.com.
