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Senior Minister/Spiritual Leader
Positive Living Center of Central California, Oakhurst CAThe Positive Living Center of Central California (PLC, Center) is searching for a Senior Minister/Spiritual Leader who will help us to continue to implement our mission statement to "...join together to grow, expanding spiritually, in the conscious awareness and expression of Divine Spirit".
The PLC, located in the Sierra Nevada foothills, is 16 miles from the south gate of Yosemite National Park. In this beautiful, rural setting, Rev. Angelo Pizelo founded the PLC in the 1990's and founded the Emerson Theological Institute as well. Eight years ago, he commissioned the building of a 3000+ sq. ft metal facility that houses meeting rooms, a kitchen, library, and a lovely sanctuary that also serves as an art exhibition space for local artists.
Services are held each Sunday, featuring a rotation of ministers and practitioners speaking on tenets of Religious Science / New Thought topics, and we welcome wisdom from many spiritual traditions, including Buddhism, Judaism, Christian Mysticism, Taoism, Native American teachings and others.
A rotation of local musicians provides performances during each service. The service is also offered on Zoom, which was initiated during the pandemic and continues to this day. Our attendance diminished during the pandemic, but we continue to grow in physical presence, and technology allows us to include attendees who are at a distance. Rev. Angelo Pizelo retired in 2019 and our current Senior Minister, Rev. Sandy West is now also retiring.
The Center is also utilized during the week by a Spiritual Discussion group, Men's group, Women's support group, Chanting group, Labyrinth meditation walks, a monthly meeting of ministers and practitioners, and other activities open to the general community such as a Drum circle and Native American style flute circle. Classes are offered with Emerson Theological Institute credits available, and community concerts, and fund-raising activities are also welcomed.
Our community is small, but growing, and is financially stable. The position of Senior Minister offers a small monthly stipend, and speakers and musicians are given a monetary appreciation.
Senior Minister/Spiritual Leader responsibilities:
To ensure effective and unified operation of the Center, the Senior Minister as Pastor of the Center provides Spiritual leadership and guidance and is an inspiration to our attendees, independent contractors and volunteers. The Senior Minister is responsible for the structure and content of all services, seminars, events and classes of the Center. Along with the Board of Trustees, the Senior Minister fiscally responsibly oversees the maintenance of the physical facility and grounds. As the Chief Executive Officer of the Center, the Senior Minister is responsible for selection of Ministers, Practitioneers, and Teachers, provides direct coordination of their activities, and has the sole authority to define their responsibilities. The Senior Minister reports to the Board of Trustees monthly on the status of interns, classes, volunteers, events and ministerial activities. Of utmost importance, the Senior minister is the embodiment of spiritual love and compassion and offers personal support to our attendees in times of crisis or need.
We are seeking an energetic leader who will inspire spiritual growth, empower the ministerial team, attendees, independent contractors and the Board of Trustees to benefit our community.
If interested, please respond with a cover letter and resume to: Laura Hayth, Board president, at laurahayth@gmail.com, 760-994-3959
Senior Minister - Alpine Church of Spiritual LivingAlpine, CAThe Alpine Church of Spiritual Living is searching for a part-time Sr. Minister. We have been an ANTN member since 1995 and look forward to welcoming a minister who is eager to face the challenges of growing a small congregation.
We share space with the Alpine Community Church, meeting in the friendship hall, Fuller Hall, on Sunday mornings at 11 a.m. The Hall is also available for holding classes and special events throughout the week. Our website is alpinechurchofspiritualliving.com. (Please note since our previous minister retired, the site has not been updated.)
Alpine is located in the foothills just east of San Diego and at one time was touted as “The Best Climate in the US by Government Report”.
Please contact the search committee chair, Med Beauregard, at 619 507-2115 or e-mail at medbeau1@gmail.com.
Associate Minister - CSL Dallas
CSLDallas, a Center for Spiritual Living and a beacon of spiritual growth, inclusivity, and Science of Mind education in Dallas, Texas since 1963, is seeking an Associate Minister to join our vibrant ministry, empowered staff, and diverse community. With a history of dynamic expansion and a commitment to excellence, cutting-edge organizational design, innovative technology, social justice, passionate outreach, and sacred service, we are looking for someone to bring their passion for spiritual leadership to a place that breathes love and acceptance.
Things you might not know about Dallas and the DFW Metroplex
The DFW Metroplex of 8+ million people, is richly diverse, a melting pot of cultures, religions, and lifestyles. 44 languages and 172 nationalities, along with every religion and spirituality are present. CSLDallas is in north Dallas in a very diverse neighborhood right next to the popular and growing city of Addison with its 175 restaurants as well as clubs, comedy, and shopping! The general cost of living is still reasonably low in the area and the diverse economy has withstood the impact of 911, the tech bubble bursting, various financial crises, and the influx of corporate headquarters along with their employees. The most surprising thing about Dallas may be how green it is, with trees and parks and a new Trinity River area that will be the largest urban park including the largest urban forest in the US. Dallas has a rich nightlife, philanthropic heartbeat, and the largest HRC black-tie dinner in America. And, of course, it has all the same problems, social, systemic, and political, as we face throughout our nation.
And some facts about the City of Dallas: https://vanpooleproperties.com/2022/05/09/30-facts-about-dallas
CSLDallas Purpose: - Radically Inclusive, Spiritually Progressive, Transforming Lives
Key Areas of Responsibility:
- Partner with the Spiritual Director to create exciting experiences, programming and initiatives that support CSLDallas mission and community while working together to unfold CSLDallas’ future.
- Spiritual Guidance: Deliver dynamic talks, create inspirational and deepening offerings. lead meditations and retreats, and support the spiritual development of our diverse congregation, both online and in person.
- Educational Leadership: Contribute to the CSLDallas Education program by teaching classes and workshops that inspire personal, spiritual, and leadership growth.
- Social Justice and Community Engagement: Furthering our passion for social justice, inclusion, and awakening humanity to its spiritual magnificence.
- Growth: Develop and nourish the ongoing health, vibrancy, and growth of our Center through donor relations, vibrant volunteer programs, fund-raising, expanding our online presence, and embracing technology while creating high-touch community engagement.
- Transformative Organization: Expand CSLDallas as we continue to move beyond “church” to a leading-edge spiritual Center using a circular, collaborative organizational design for leadership while offering gatherings and experiences throughout the week.
Qualifications:- Must be ordained (or close to it) and in good standing with a recognized New Thought organization.
- A deep understanding of Universal/Science of Mind principles and a desire to embody and teach these truths.
- A commitment to personal development and growth, a willingness to make mistakes, and a desire to continually grow as a minister and leader.
- Demonstratable background in strategic organizational management, big-picture thinking, managing staff & resources, and delegation with an eye for the details in operational execution.
- Proven experience in inspirational speaking, spiritual leadership, in-person & online teaching, community engagement, volunteer development, and donor relations.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to lead and work collaboratively within a team.
- Willing to make a long-term commitment to CSLDallas.
What We Offer:
- A loving and supportive community that values diversity, dedication, vision, and financial commitment.
- A beautiful campus with facilities that support our youth program, education, community gatherings, and rituals.
- A growing community with a healthy budget.
- The opportunity to be part of a community that infuses hope and love into every aspect of our shared journey.
- Full-time compensation and benefits package.
- Hiring in the fall, before the end of the year.
Join us at CSLDallas and help us continue to create an amazing place for spiritual growth and dynamic service. We are committed to creating a world that works for all and lives that work for each individual. Welcome home!
To Apply or get more information:
Please review our website, csldallas.org, to learn more about who we are and what we are about.
Contact Dr Petra at 214-478-9904 if you have further questions or want to discuss the opportunity.
Please send your resume and a cover letter expressing your interest and alignment with our vision to therock@csldallas.org
We look forward to welcoming you to our Center!
Dr Petra and the CORE Council of CSLDallas
Associate Minister Posting.docx
Dr Petra Weldes, Spiritual Leader
she/her/hers
CSLDallas, A Center for Spiritual Living
Radically Inclusive I Spiritually Progressive I Transforming Lives
therock@csldallas.org
214-478-9904 cell
csldallas.org
CSLDallas 4801 Spring Valley Rd. Suite 115 Dallas, TX 75244
Spiritual Director - Center for Spiritual Awakening
Pacific Grove, California
The Center for Spiritual Awakening on the Monterey Peninsula in Pacific Grove, California, is searching for a Spiritual Director as our founder Dr. Bill Little goes into retirement.
The Center, formerly Pacific Coast Church, is based in Religious Science and is a member of ANTN. We include the wisdom of other teachings. Dr. Bill, who has a PhD in physics, blends science, Eastern Mysticism, Science of Mind, and other spiritual traditions Into his approach. Embracing Ernest Holmes’ admonition to stay “open at the top,” we have guest speakers from many traditions including Buddhism, Hinduism, Judaism, Christian Mysticism and others.
Although we are a Religious Science based-teaching we embrace the wisdom from other metaphysical teachings and all the world’s spiritual traditions.
Dr Bill founded our spiritual community some 40 years ago and some of his early followers are still part of our congregation. For 20 years we’ve been in our beautiful building with its circular sanctuary in the heart of Pacific Grove, one block from the Pacific Ocean. Our facility includes a metaphysical book and gift store, The Mind Shop, that opens to the street to serve the greater community.
We offer Sunday services, junior church, classes, meditation, and workshops. We hold weddings, concerts, art shows and inspiring events in our sanctuary, community room and beautiful garden.
We are searching for a minister who is experienced, enthusiastic, inclusive, and inspiring. We look forward to hearing from you, and we thank you for your interest.
Applicants, please reply to Rev. Cynthia at the email below.
CSA Succession Committee
Rev Sandra Leader, Rev David Martin, Rev Annee Martin, Michael Clark RsP
Rev Cynthia Johnson Bianchetta, revcynthiajb@gmail.com
CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL AWAKENING
www.csa-pg.org
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