Columbia Center
for Spiritual Living
(Formerly: The Columbia Church of Religious Science)
Treatment and
Religious Science Practitioners
Spiritual Mind Treatment
Affirmative Prayer the Religious Science Way
What is Spiritual Mind Treatment?
Spiritual Mind Treatment (simply called "treatment") is the form of affirmative prayer used by Dr. Ernest Holmes, founder of Religious Science and author of The Science of Mind and many other metaphysical works.
Holmes taught that there is a scientific reasoning underlying all prayer, and that through this process of reasoning, we are treating our own mind about the subject of our prayer.
Prayer, whatever form is used, does nothing to God. It actually brings the one praying to a "realization" of God, a realization that all is well and that he/she is not alone in dealing with the situation. This realization in itself does the "healing." The use of treatment in our daily lives is a very powerful way to change our thoughts, beliefs, and experiences in a positive way.
Treatment (affirmative prayer) is about shifting our beliefs. The 5 steps below have long been recognized as parts of the recipe for a change in consciousness. Feel free to experiment, though, for the best way to "treat" is the way that helps you feel connected with Spirit.
Step 1: Recognition
Begin by recognizing that God as the only creative power. Name as many attributes of God that you can think of to begin "treating your mind" - a reminder, if you will, that there is a power greater than you, and certainly greater than any concerns you may have. Remember that you are not making God do these things. You are simply reminding yourself that this is what God is.
Step 2: Unification
It is easy to recognize that God is all these things. And it is often more difficult to see your unity with God and know that you are those same attributes. You are "made in the image and likeness of God." So whatever God is, you also are. Like a wave on the ocean, you are one with God and cannot be separated.
Step 3: Declaration/Realization
The first two steps are often compared to meditation. When you have experienced a richness and a deepening as a result of the first two steps, the third step is a declaration of the Truth you have realized. It is always worded in the first person and in the present tense. You are not asking for anything. You are declaring and affirming that it is already done. If you are doing this treatment for someone else you insert their name where appropriate.
Step 4: Thanksgiving
Knowing that it is done unto you as you believe, you express your gratitude acknowledging that what desire is already yours.
Step 5: Release
Letting go. You now let go all concern about the outcome. You remain peaceful as you keep a watchful eye for your desire showing up.
Example: Using the above example, a simple treatment for general well-being might be:
"There is one Creative Intelligence in the Universe. I call it God. This presence is all-knowing, abundant and everywhere present. I am one with this presence and cannot be separated from it. So I claim greater peace, love, joy, perfect health and total well-being. I give thanks and release this treatment knowing that it is already done. And so it is."
There is a power in the universe greater than you, and you can use it. Ernest Holmes
CCSL PRACTITIONERS
Licensed Science of Mind Practitioners form the cornerstone of our Prayer Ministry
What is a Practitioner?
The Religious Science Practitioner has been trained, through years of study, in the art of Spiritual Mind Treatment. A Practitioner lives, demonstrates, and practices spiritual truth. He or she is licensed to practice professionally, and is bound by a high code of ethics to protect your confidence.
Spiritual Support
If you are looking for spiritual support, our licensed RSI Practitioners are ready to help you with affirmative prayer.
What Does a Practitioner Do?
A session with a Practitioner will help you to understand the challenge you are facing as well as its cause. Then, through Spiritual Mind Treatment , you will be guided in the control of your life and affairs through right thinking and spiritual understanding.
Contact a Practitioner
Practitioners may do their work in person, by telephone, and/or by email. This is a professional service. Ask your Practitioner about customary fees. Personal financial arrangements are flexible and need not be a deterrent to receiving services.
Typical Treatment Cost A Practitioner is usually compensated for a treatment at a rate of $40 per treatment.
Treatment Requests If you would like to request a treatment from one of our practitioners, you may submit your request via email. Click this link: Treatment Request and put in the subject line "Treatment Request" and it will be forwarded to a practitioner for treatment.
FREE Treatments
* On most Sundays after Services a practitioner is available for a complimentary treatment. The Practitioner of the Day will be announced at Sunday Service when available.
* Fill out a Treatment Form on the literature table on Sunday to get support during the week.
CCLS Practitioners
Reverend Lee Blaisdell
Joanna Clark - Licensed Practitioner
Reverend Kathy Jordan
Reverend Gary Lear
Cindy Risser - Licensed Practitioner
Reverend Gussie Scardina
Reverend Jenna Wexler