Gratitude is one of the chief graces of human existence and is crowned in heaven with a consciousness of unity. (Ernest Holmes, The Hidden Power of the Bible, 171)

Tomorrow is Thanksgiving and I am going to Piggy back on Chris’ blog from last week using the practice of Gratitude Rainshower. (Join Sharon on Tuesday November 28th at 6:30 p.m.on our Zoom channel).

I am grateful for the cooler weather and the migrating birds that have appeared at the feeders outside my window. I am grateful for the Source of all creation for creating the world of symmetry, balance, harmony, beauty, of stillness and movement.

I am grateful for a home, and a partner to share it with, and with friends. I am grateful for eyes to see, ears to hear, for health and vitality.

I am grateful for our CSLT community which helps me deepen my relationship with the One Infinite Mind, through our studies, reminders, music, and interactions.

I am grateful for Sharon inviting speakers, and for the speakers coming to our community to reveal their relationship with Spirit.

I am grateful for Rev. Dr. Kathy Hearn coming in March to lead our co-creation process with our congregation, revealing that Wholeness is the top quality we want for our center. And for the beautiful Sacred Covenant we have spoken for the last 9 months.

I am grateful for all the work of the Nominating Committee for creating the video and profile for calling in our new minister, and the guidance of Rev Julie in the process of putting all the pieces together for our posting on Open Pulpit.

I am grateful for the board’s time, talent and treasure making sure all the behind-thescenes work gets to keep the business of CSLT working.

I am grateful for our Sunday Services the musicians, hosts, greeters, LTW technicians, altared states providing a beautiful setting, meditation leaders, speakers, and participants, live and on Zoom.

I am grateful for you all….

–Maria