A new program from Rev. Dr. Charles Geddes

Mind Your Own Becoming has become my soul work after 50 years of ministry. MYOB is a 501(c)3 non-profit incorporated in Montana, and is established as an Educational Public Forum. MYOB was birthed from the magnitude of what I beheld in 2020: the divisiveness, the hatred, and the insanity of our politics. It become clear to me that we need a new and compassionate view of humanity.

MYOB stands for "All lives that have not mattered because Love Wins.” Its core values: to clear the inner prejudices and judgments we hold that stand in the way of individual and collective healing. To open eyes, to listen compassionately, and to open minds to new visons of equality, love, prosperity, for all without exception.

We meet every Thursday night and the Zoom meeting begins at 5pm MST. We spend an hour introducing people with their unique stories and history, addressing key topics to understand what we have not known, and to encourage open discussion. MYOB is about people of all ages coming together to evolve humanity for future generations. You can subscribe (no cost) to receive our weekly e-blasts. Your donations are welcome and tax deductible.

His newly published book, Mind Your Own Becoming: Love Wins, is now available at amazon.com.

The Masterfully Mindful support group welcomes new members!

This group has been meeting weekly since September 2014. It provides a way to check in with others, set intentions, and share how your week has gone. The group provides a safe place for you to share honestly and without judgement. The meeting opens with a guided meditation, and closes with spiritual mind treatment.

Join now if you are experiencing loneliness and isolation from COVID restrictions or other causes. You are so welcome.

We meet via Zoom from 12:30 - 2 p.m. on Wednesdays. To join, send an email to Rev. Jean at jeansfamily6@yahoo.com.

This Month's Talks

The Resilience of Spirit

Oct 2: Grounded in Truth to Travel through Tragedy

Jan Wong

When our world feels chaotic and upended, how do we maintain a sense of groundedness and balance? Is it possible not only to survive but to thrive in such conditions? Can we maintain calm, even laugh in such times? Please join me as we explore Balancing Comedies and Tragedies in Life.

Bio: Jan has seen her life positively transformed by the teachings of Ernest Holmes. She loves the practical applications of Science of Mind that provide tools allowing people to reclaim joy, prosperity, health, and limitless good into their lives. Her passion is meeting with people one-on-one as a Religious Science Practitioner and revealing their radiant authentic being.

Oct. 9: Joy and Grief Intertwine to Create the Journey of Soul

Rev. Dr. Charles Geddes

After 9/11, Queen Elizabeth said: “Grief is the price we pay for love.”

"Beauty is the only thing that time cannot harm. Philosophies fall away like sand, creeds follow one another, but what is beautiful is a joy for all seasons, a possession for all eternity." -Oscar Wilde

The heart of my soul is meant to be the healing gift of laughter and the flow of tears. Honoring the depth of both is Love.

Oct.16: Could God be a Prankster?

Catherine Metsch

Joy is one of the attributes of the Divine Presence. Sometimes the miracles in life show up in unimagined ways and in unrecognized forms. How willing can we be to play along? Can we see irony and delight in the unexpected detours of our spiritual paths?

Join Catherine Metsch RScP to explore the Divine Comedy.

Oct. 23: Finding the Balance of the In-Between

Rev. Jean Sweet

"All the world’s a stage, And all the men and women merely players;

They have their exits and their entrances, And one man in his time plays many parts..."

-- William Shakespeare

God doesn't go anywhere. As comedies, tragedies, and the mundane unfold, God is fully present in your life, as your life.

It can take some time to fully comprehend the complete experience of a life event. Perhaps it was a soap opera - seemingly without end. With twists and turns and surprise episodes. Perhaps it's still ongoing with certain people. Regardless, God does not go anywhere.

The balance in between the dramas is the resilience of Spirit. And you just may find that it takes some popcorn and a bit of distance.

Oct. 30: The Resilience of Spirit: What Mask Are You Wearing?

Rev. Orlinda Worthington

Since we are on the eve of Halloween, we'll take the opportunity to welcome the unknown, release negativity, add resilience to our spirit, and bring a little extra intuition into everyday life. More to come on this topic in the weekly e-blast.

Donations

Message from Mary Ann Dunwell, newest Board member: Consider This

Our HCCL community is so grateful for your continued donations to sustain our church.

Did you know when you donate electronically that HCCL doesn't get the full amount? A certain percentage goes to PayPal or your credit card company. It's typically 3 percent, give or take.

For instance, if you donate $20 via PayPal or your credit/debit card, HCCL gets about $18. So if you want your full amount to go to HCCL, please consider writing a check. Every dollar counts.

Regardless of how you donate, thank you for your generosity.

(no PayPal account required)

DONATE NOW

A Note From Your Treasurer
I need your assistance to correctly process the money you send to HCCL.
When you send or drop off a check to HCCL, please follow these instructions. If it is not designated, your payment is marked as a general contribution.

Fill out the “For” line so it can be properly credited.
Mark it Donation/Contribution/Tithe, Class or Workshop title, Auction/Raffle, etc.
Send an email to hcclspirit@yahoo.com to be properly tracked for the different classes, workshops, etc.
If you are registering for an event, contact Dr. Deb who is tracking events and activities.

When you pay via PayPal using the Donate Now button follow these instructions.

If you are making a general contribution, follow the prompts in the page.
If you are registering for a class or workshop, such as Rev Jean’s Journaling Voyage, please click the Classes tab at the top and read the instructions for notifying the event leader, and then process your payment.
To use PayPal for other activities, such as the raffle fundraiser, start on the Newsletter tab and read the instructions there, then process your payment.

Following these instructions helps me keep your payments credited to the proper account.
Thank you for your help, and may you have an abundant and fulfilling New Year in 2021.

Family Promise Update

Our next rotation for Family Promise is Monday Oct. 10 and Tuesday Oct 11. We will be providing overnight hosting, dinners at the Day Center, and groceries for the week.

Thank you to everyone who supported the Family Promise Barbeque Comfort Food Challenge by attending and by donating money and raffle prizes. Family Promise made $9000 to $10,000 with some expenses yet to be paid.

Food donations were made by Rock Star BBQ, Firehouse BBQ, Tizer Meats, and Old Fashioned Kettle Korn. Other food donations were from Mackenzie River Pizza, Silver Star Steakhouse, Crumbl Cookies, Sodexo, Grateful Bread, Costco, Greg Field, Super 1 Foods, Van's Thriftway and Albertson's. Please thank them by patronizing these businesses when you can.

RECYCLING

As we have been sheltering in place, we have had many reminders about how precious our earth is. The hope is that you are buried in recyclable material now. Keep it up! There's always enough room and time to sort everything out. More importantly, we've had time to consider how much plastic we use and how unnecessary much of it is.

Rev. Jean is still saving bottle caps to fuel her big vision. Which ones? Any bottle cap you would throw in the trash, such as vitamin bottle caps, water bottle caps, prescription bottle caps, milk carton caps, you get the idea. Please collect them in a cardboard box and bring the full box to Rev. Jean.

PLEASE DO NOT bring the caps in a plastic bag, as we are eliminating the use of plastic.

Take a moment to thank Dianne Nickman, our "Recycle Queen," who takes our plastic, glass, paper, and cardboard to the transfer station every month.

Financial Reports/ Annual Membership Meeting

FINANCIAL REPORT August 2022

Income: 2,802.47

Expenses: 2925.34

NET: -122.87

HCCL held its annual meeting on Sunday, March 27.

What you need to know:

The membership passed the bylaw change to allow for fewer board members.

We thanked Deb Blossom and Chris Vaughn who are withdrawing from the Board.

We welcomed Mary Ann Dunwell as the newest Board member.

We acknowledged that we completed 2021 in the black.

Various community members thanked everyone for their loving contributions and support.

2019 Report for Helena Church of Conscious Living

2020 Report for Helena Church of Conscious Living

HCCL 2020 Budget: Annual Meeting

2020 HCCL Financial Report

HCCL 2021 Budget

Meditation

“Waking up this morning, I smile. Twenty-four brand new hours are before me. I vow to live fully in each moment and to look at all beings with eyes of compassion.”

--Thich Nhat Hanh

Love and joy come to you,

And to you your family, too,

And God bless you, and send you

A Happy New Year,

And God send you a Happy New Year.

Your HCCL Board

Helena Church of Conscious Living