"Bring a Friend" to CPL Sundays
There are many, many potential New-Thinkers out there, people like us who are naturally curious
about spiritual matters. Many of them feel alone in their spiritual perspective-just as so many of us
did before we found CPL. We all know such feelings are not true. Ours may be a road less traveled,
but no traveler is ever alone.

July 27
"Seekers and Finders" Part 3

Center for Positive Living
The Center for Positive Living is a trans-denominational spiritual community
established in 1982. Our membership is composed of individuals, couples and
families from many different religious backgrounds.  We are brought together
by our shared quest for a practical and life-affirming spirituality.

We find such spirituality in a 150 year-old spiritual tradition and teaching
known as New Thought.  The New Thought movement is uniquely American in
its innate optimism and practicality.  New Thought offers a deep understanding
of universal spiritual laws and principles, as well as concrete methodologies
that anyone can use to create a more spiritual, abundant and healthy lifestyle.

New Thought teachings and principles permeate our modern spiritual thinking
and psyche—even though relatively few people have heard about New Thought
by name.  The power of positive thinking, the law of attraction, visualization,
affirmative prayer, Christ consciousness, spirit/mind/body connection—and
even 12-step spiritual recovery programs—all these concepts have their genesis
in New Thought.

The teachings of New Thought are founded upon the Principles of Universal
Spirituality.  These principles compose the common thread of Truth that run
through the world’s greatest and oldest spiritual traditions—often referred to
as the Perennial Philosophy because it has been revealed many times, in many
places, by many spiritual teachers and masters.

There are four Principles of Universal Spirituality.  Together, they constitute
the framework of what we believe, teach and practice here at CPL:

We believe there is One Infinite Higher Power in this Universe, out of
which everything is created, and for which every religion searches.

We believe we are spiritual beings having a human experience, made in the
image and likeness of the Creator, sharing in Its’ Divine Nature.

We believe we can co-create our own individual experience of life through
our conscious choice of thoughts, intentions, attitudes and beliefs.

We believe our purpose for being is to grow and evolve spiritually, and
that a life lived with such an intention is an immeasurable blessing to all.

Center for Positive Living Mission Statement
To be an organization that promotes the spiritual awakening and transformation of individuals,
our community and the world; to teach and promote a positive, healthy and spiritual approach to
life based on, but not limited to, the principles of New Thought; and to bring people together in
spiritual community to explore, share and celebrate the Spirit within.

CPL's Sunday Celebration is held at the
Beatrice Friedman Symphony Center,
709 North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236

Sunday Celebration Time 10:15 AM
Sunday Youth Programs 10:15 AM
Nursery & Toddler Care available during service.
Class activities for 4-11 year olds.

CPL Administrative Office and Classroom
U.S. Garage Building, 330 S. Pineapple Ave., Suite 210
Sarasota, FL 34236 Mon-Thurs. 9 AM-4:30 PM
Phone (941) 366-0275 Fax (941) 366-0263
E-Mail: CPLFLA@AOL.com