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- In-Person & Virtual Sunday Service with Rev. Linda J.M. O'Connor, NSTCenter for Spiritual Development, Old Greenwich, CT
SUNDAY SERVICE WITH REV. LINDA J.M. O'CONNOR
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Meeting ID: 989 6934 1558 Passcode: 482899Reverend Linda J.M. O’Connor, NST is the President of the Board of Trustees at the Center for Spiritual Development, NSAC and serves on the Pastoral Committee. She is an Ordained Spiritualist Minister and National Spiritualist Teacher with the National Spiritualist Association of Churches. Linda has a Masters in the Science of Education and Professional Studies in Reading and Writing. She has been teaching for over twenty-five years enriching the lives of thousands of students.
The service integrates music, prayer, healing, meditation, inspiration and Spirit communication into the beautiful and unique experience of Spiritualism.
- VIRTUAL ONLY - Sunday Service with the Rev. Barney ThomasNeeds location
VIRTUAL SERVICE ONLY ON MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND
Rev. Thomas was introduced to Spiritualism in1972 at a small church in Paterson, New Jersey. His Ordination followed in November 1978 through the New Jersey Psychic Science Association. His wife Barbara is also a minister through the New Jersey Psychic Science Association.His greatest challenge was raising his children. Their second child was born with more health maladies than most people will see in a lifetime. Their understandings of continuous life and purpose sustained them during her lifetime and when she graduated into spirit at nearly 17 years old.
They have served churches in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey and North Carolina where they live now. Before moving south, He was the Pastor of the New London Spiritualist Church. They both served on the board of the Pine Grove Spiritualist Camp. We are pleased to share what we have learned about a universe of love, purpose and progression.
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https://zoom.us/j/98969341558...
Meeting ID: 989 6934 1558 Passc-ode: 482899The service integrates music, prayer, healing, meditation, inspiration and Spirit communication into the beautiful and unique experience of Spiritualism.
- In-Person & Virtual Sunday Service with Rev. Linda J.M. O'Connor, NSTCenter for Spiritual Development, Old Greenwich, CT
SUNDAY SERVICE WITH REV. LINDA J.M. O'CONNOR
Join Zoom Meeting at https://zoom.us/j/98969341558...
Meeting ID: 989 6934 1558 Passcode: 482899Reverend Linda J.M. O’Connor, NST is the President of the Board of Trustees at the Center for Spiritual Development, NSAC and serves on the Pastoral Committee. She is an Ordained Spiritualist Minister and National Spiritualist Teacher with the National Spiritualist Association of Churches. Linda has a Masters in the Science of Education and Professional Studies in Reading and Writing. She has been teaching for over twenty-five years enriching the lives of thousands of students.
The service integrates music, prayer, healing, meditation, inspiration and Spirit communication into the beautiful and unique experience of Spiritualism.
