Volunteer Community at the Center for Spiritual Living, Santa Rosa

  Praying is the best gift that being a practitioner brings. Whether it is to a heart in hand client or a jail inmate client, remembering the truth of each one of us uplifts both the giver and receiver of prayer.

  Being part of the Jail Ministry team is deeply fulfilling.  We call them spiritual visits; I call them Oneness experiences.  It is a time to let all labels and conditions fall aside.  Trusting all I am as a Practitioner, I listen, speak, feel and offer what comes to mind and heart. Rosalie Sulgit Shay The Jail ministry has been serving the inmates of the Sonoma County Jail for several years. They serve about 60 inmates each month with Science of Mind classes and one on one visits. In addition, based on the community donations this ministry receives, they supply the inmates with Science of Mind books and reading materials

As part of the giving intention team, we are always finding new and creative ways to appreciate the members of our community. Volunteering has taught me the value of knowing and seeing our spiritual family. I love to quietly work behind the scenes to facilitate an event. Volunteering for me is connecting and connecting fills me with so much love for the Center and even beyond the Center. Linda O'Rear Volunteering brings people together who share a common goal of making a positive impact on the world. This collective effort creates a sense of community and belonging, providing a supportive and nurturing environment. By working alongside like-minded individuals, we develop meaningful relationships and friendships, expanding our social circles and forging connections that can enrich our lives. Being part of a community that shares our values and aspirations can contribute to a profound sense of spiritual fulfillment.

I first came to the Center in 2007 when every dimension of my life was in turmoil. I went up on stage with other attendees as part of a Valentine’s Day celebration in 2008. Jeff put his hands on my head and said “You are right where you belong.” Cryptic words at the time, but very prescient. The philosophy of the Center was in line where my thinking had been drifting for some time. The Center provide me with stable ground that I could use to get my life on track. I volunteer as a way to saying thanks, and just because I enjoy it and the people I work with. Dennis O'Rear Volunteering allows us to step outside our comfort zones and confront new challenges. In these unfamiliar situations, we often discover hidden strengths, talents, and resilience within ourselves. As we navigate unfamiliar territories and work towards making a positive impact, we grow personally and spiritually. Volunteering also encourages self-reflection, prompting us to question our values, priorities, and the wa