What we’re about
This group is operated by the Center for Spiritual Development, NSAC, March 19, 2022
293 Sound Beach Avenue
Old Greenwich, CT 06870
ABOUT OUR CENTER:
The Center for Spiritual Development, NSAC is a member of the National Spiritualist Association of Churches and the Connecticut State Spiritualist Association.
OUR PURPOSE: We are passionate about spreading the message of Spiritualism: The knowledge that after our life in the body ends, our spirit lives on. It is reassuring beyond words to know this truth - which we demonstrate through Mediumship (communications with spirit). Our mission is to share the light, love and knowledge of spirit without divisive dogma or restrictive rules. We create an open and loving atmosphere within the Center; one which welcomes people from all faiths and denominations.
WHAT IS A MEDIUM AND/OR MEDIUMSHIP?
A medium is a person who is sensitive to the thought and energy vibrations which come to us from those in Spirit. A medium can attune to the Spirit people and is able to describe them and relate their thoughts, emotions, memories, and messages. Mediumship is a natural gift of the Spirit and has many purposes: it brings comfort to the bereaved; it offers spiritual nourishment for the soul; it becomes a vehicle for God’s Healing Spirit; and it demonstrates the potential of the individual to break through self-imposed limitation and, thus, become part of a Greater Whole.
WHAT IS SPIRITUAL HEALING?
An important part of the Spiritualist experience is healing. Healers are simply channels for healing; the source of all healing is God. Our trained and designated healers direct healing light and energy according to each individual's needs. At every Sunday service during a period of meditation, we offer the opportunity to sit in one of our healing chairs for hands-on energy healing (given by a touch on your shoulders).
IS SPIRITUALISM A CHRISTIAN DENOMINATION?
Spiritualism is the vehicle through which all religions have been given birth. We embrace the teachings and example of Jesus of Nazareth. We consider Jesus a great prophet, medium and healer. His connection with the Divine was so strong that one could consider him as God's Presence on Earth. Was he the only such manifestation of God's Love and Grace? No. During times of spiritual crisis, God sends messengers of the Word to help guide us; Jesus, Abraham, Moses, Buddha, Krishna and Mohammed, to name a few. One can be Christian and a Spiritualist; one can be Jewish and a Spiritualist; one can be Buddhist and a Spiritualist; etc.
SUNDAY SERVICE:
The highlight of our Church week is Sunday service. Our service integrates music, prayer, healing, meditation, inspiration and Spirit communication into the beautiful and unique experience of Spiritualism. Sunday service begins at 11:00 AM and ends at approximately 12:15 PM. You are cordially invited to join us in the for coffee, refreshments and fellowship following the service. (Doors Open at 10:30 AM for Silent Prayer and Meditation).
The Typical Order of Service:
• Opening Song and Prayer
• Declaration of Principles
• Sermon / Inspirational Message
• Healing Prayer and Meditation
• Laying-on-of-Hands Healing
• Offering
• Announcements
• Hymn
• Spirit Greetings (Mediumship)
• Closing Song: "Let There Be Peace on Earth"
WORKSHOPS:
We provide workshops on various subjects relating to Spirituality, Mediumship Development, Psychic Development, Healing and much more. All are welcome to join - newcomers are encouraged! There is a suggested donation listed for each event (however, we do not turn anyone away for inability to pay the full amount). Many of our classes are held on weekdays in the evening, and on Sunday after worship. Please check our calendar of events and/or web site (which is updated more frequently) for additional information regarding exact dates and times.
PSYCHIC / SPIRITUAL FAIR:
The Center for Spiritual Development holds a Spiritual Fair on the second Saturday of every month from 11am=4pm. Psychic readings are 25 minutes each $65. The energy healing sessions are 20 minutes for $40. Healing is also available for pets (leash or carrier only). Admission is FREE -- cash and personal checks are accepted -- reservations are not needed, but you may email albertsonchurch@gmail.com if you want to reserve a spot!
• Church web site: [www.center4spiritualdev.org](centet4spiritualdev.org)
• Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/TheCenterforSpiritualDevelopmentNSAC
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Virtual Sunday Service with the Lorna J. Hines, LCSW, PR/LCSW, ACSWLink visible for attendees
Sunday Service, July 6th will be on Zoom only
https://zoom.us/j/98969341558...
Meeting ID: 989 6934 1558 Passcode: 482899Lorna J. Hines, LCSW, PR/LCSW, ACSW
Medium, Trance Healer, Intuitive, Psychotherapist, Trance Inspirational Speaker, Teacher and Author
Lorna J. Hines is a multi talented and gifted Medium, Trance Healer, Intuitive, Psychotherapist, Trance Inspirational Speaker, Teacher and Poet who was initially guided into the Behavioral Health Industry to provide skillful and compassionate care to those with unseen hurts and pain. During a career spanning more than 40 years, she functioned as a Psychotherapist, Researcher, Trainer, Administrator, Professor, and CEO; She developed significant expertise in cultural competence, trauma, sexual and physical abuse and presented scientific papers both nationally and internationally.
After receiving guidance from Spirit, she was encouraged to expand her natural abilities in mediumship, healing, and inspirational speaking. She sought instruction and guidance from world-renowned numerologist, Jerome Carter, and Psychic Medium Kerrie O’Connor. She grew extensively under the tutelage of the internationally acclaimed teacher and medium James Van Praagh. She has also grown under the mentorship of Helen DaVita, Mavis Patilla, Rev. Janet Nohovec Simon James and Brian Robertson’s “School of the Soul “and has completed online mentorship in mediumship and teaching with the gifted Tony Stockwell. Lorna has demonstrated both nationally, internationally, and on the radio. She provides both individual and group readings. Her blogs, poetry and short stories contained intense healing elements that have been appreciated by thousands. - July 6th Service will be virtual onlyNeeds location
Service will be on Zoom only this week
https://zoom.us/j/98969341558...
Meeting ID: 989 6934 1558 Passcode: 482899The service integrates music, prayer, healing, meditation, inspiration and Spirit communication into the beautiful and unique experience of Spiritualism.
- VIRTUAL - Drop-In Mediumship Practice with Guided MeditationNeeds location$20.00
VIRTUAL
MEDIUMSHIP PRACTICE WITH GUIDED MEDITATIONMONDAY EVENINGS
JULY 7TH, 14TH, 21ST & 28TH
7-9PM $20 per session
Register at CSDPastor@gmail.comThis is not a beginner’s class nor is it a place for competition as we all have our own unique communication style and Spirit works with all of us differently. We simply offer a safe space in which you can connect and understand your personal communication with Spirit and build trust and understanding of the information received.
Instructors: Rev. Liz Hoy and Rev. Kathleen James, NST are ordained by the National Spiritualist Association of Churches and serve on the Pastoral Care Committee at the Center for Spiritual Development in Old Greenwich, CT. They have taught mediumship workshops on various levels at the Center, Morris Pratt Institute and Spiritual Centers of America. It is their belief that everyone can connect to the Spirit World and higher realms in their own way. They are both natural mediums who have had extensive training in mediumship. Among their teachers are international mediums Rev. Janet Nohavec at The Journey Within, Eileen Davies, Collin Bates, Mavis Pittilla, Tony Stockwell, Simon James, Brian Robertson and John Johnson at Arthur Findlay College, England and Elaine Sommerville, Newcastle, U.K. Their mission is to help others by bringing awareness that there is so much more to this world than they could imagine and to empower them to make their own personal connections to the spirit world. - VIRTUAL - Drop-In Mediumship PracticeNeeds location$20.00
VIRTUAL
MEDIUMSHIP PRACTICE WITH GUIDED MEDITATIONMONDAY EVENINGS
JULY 7TH, 14TH, 21ST & 28TH
7-9PM $20 per session
Register at CSDPastor@gmail.comThis is not a beginner’s class nor is it a place for competition as we all have our own unique communication style and Spirit works with all of us differently. We simply offer a safe space in which you can connect and understand your personal communication with Spirit and build trust and understanding of the information received.
Instructors: Rev. Liz Hoy and Rev. Kathleen James, NST are ordained by the National Spiritualist Association of Churches and serve on the Pastoral Care Committee at the Center for Spiritual Development in Old Greenwich, CT. They have taught mediumship workshops on various levels at the Center, Morris Pratt Institute and Spiritual Centers of America. It is their belief that everyone can connect to the Spirit World and higher realms in their own way. They are both natural mediums who have had extensive training in mediumship. Among their teachers are international mediums Rev. Janet Nohavec at The Journey Within, Eileen Davies, Collin Bates, Mavis Pittilla, Tony Stockwell, Simon James, Brian Robertson and John Johnson at Arthur Findlay College, England and Elaine Sommerville, Newcastle, U.K. Their mission is to help others by bringing awareness that there is so much more to this world than they could imagine and to empower them to make their own personal connections to the spirit world.
