We are not struggling toward wealth,
then, as such. It would not make us happy.
Happiness is an interior quality, a state of being,
the result of knowing that in the long run the Divine will win, the knowledge that we can trust the integrity of the universe. Our good will come to us in such measure as we ourselves measure it out in our own experience.

— Ernest Holmes

Our Relationship to Mother Earth

We know this to be true: Incorporating spiritual principles into our approach to climate change could inspire a profound shift in behavior. Instead of viewing the Earth solely through economic lenses, adopting a stewardship mentality compels us to consider the well-being of the planet as a fundamental ethical duty and keeps us in right relationship to the feedback we receive every day.

In the April issue of Science of Mind magazine, Rev. Dr. David Alexander explores a new perspective on climate change. He writes, “Climate change and all that is attached to it is a defining crisis of our era. This crisis transcends the boundaries of science and politics, permeating the very fabric of human existence in both debate and consequence. Beyond the measurable impacts on ecosystems and economies, and affecting nearly every other aspect of our global community, climate change poses profound questions about our relationship with the Earth, with each other and with our responsibilities to future generations.

“Some wage the debate with passion and vigor,” he adds. “For others, the debate is long over and further entertaining a debate quickly erodes the critical period for action. For them, the science is clear, the time to act well past due. In both cases, our relationship to the issue clearly reveals the consciousness behind it. Understanding that relationship to consciousness is critical for finding real and lasting solutions and may well be the key to moving beyond a polarized divide. It's time to have a new thought about our Mother Earth.”

According to the World Bank, by 2050, the impacts of climate change could force more than 140 million people to migrate within their own countries, leading to increased competition for resources and potential conflicts. As Alexander outlines, “When life presents us with feedback by means of challenges, stressors and contradictions, we know it's time to examine more closely the stories we tell, as these are often a subconscious clue to the results we are getting.”

And as he says, “The feedback from Mother Earth begs for a critical examination of the stories we tell ourselves about our relationship to and with her.”

Watch for more in our April 22, 2024, newsletter and read Alexander's full piece in the April issue of Science of Mind magazine.

CSL Earth Day:

Join a Collective Honoring of Our Planet

On Monday, April 22, CSL will celebrate Earth Day and the beauty of our planet by uniting in a three-hour, collective prayer-a-thon. Together, we plan to fill this day with heartfelt prayers for the Earth, focusing on healing, harmony and environmental stewardship.

CSL Sacred Activism is bringing together our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Committee, Spiritually Motivated Social Engagement (SMSE) Committee, World Ministry of Prayer, Global Outreach and Global Heart of Peace Initiative as we aspire to create a world where everyone is valued and respected.

Join us in weaving a tapestry of love, compassion and conscious living as we manifest a world where the sacredness of all life is recognized and cherished. Watch for additional details on the Centers for Spiritual Living’s Facebook page and in our weekly newsletters.