I was inspired by a recent interview with Wes Nisker, author of Crazy Wisdom Saves the World Again! and other great books. He has a vision of what he calls the First Church of Scientific Science where people celebrate evolution from the Big Bang all the way to homo sapiens sapiens, chant the table of elements instead of Latin psalms, and say mass over replicas of Hydrogen and Helium atoms, representing the first matter created out of the energy of the universe. If you add the human rites of music, art, dance, drum, song, and story as part of this celebration of science, you’ve got all the ingredients for a Cleu-based church. I highly recommend you listen to this fascinating interview, full of mystical science and crazy wisdom humor, available in the radio archives on the New Dimensions site.

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As cultural creatives, we support remaking our energy infrastructure, investing in education, and providing healthcare for all. We even send money to our favorite charities. However, now at this time of economic crisis, we need to do even more. As Boomers or Millennials, or somewhere in between, let’s meet each other, to talk, plan, dream, and inspire. Find people who share your values and make a circle that includes both olders and youngers, then take the time to find out what you each bring to the table.

Boomers, ask how you can help, and offer resources, such as a place to meet, funding for an event, and the wisdom of experience. Millenials, just slow down and talk about things that matter, like how to save the planet and how you envision the future for your children’s children’s children. Bond with each other, enjoy human rites together, and develop your spiritual community. Discover the power of the circle!
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Change has come to America, and we are ready for a new day! All across the country and around the world, people are crying and laughing and imagining a positive future. Thanks to the efforts of so many of you, we’ve elected an intelligent, thoughtful man who believes in science, listens to his opponents, and believes in the promise of the American dream of freedom, equality, and opportunity. The world is singing and dancing a love song to that dream, brought back to life in the multicultural story of the first black president of the United States of America. Changealuiah! Now all things are possible. The world is with us.

Now it’s up to us! Imagine circles connected to other circles, all over the country, creating links like chainmail, making us strong, resilient, and flexible, preparing us for the challenges we will face in the coming decades. We are the clue to a better future. A movement for change has come to life. We’ve got a long way to go, but through the power of the circle, we will get there together. The CLEU is here to help you find each other– are you ready to catch the wave?

Ever wonder where the Spiritual Left is when you need them? Take the time to read the Cleu book so that you know you are not alone, and that your spiritual identity is shared by many others. Stand up for your vision, and then start a circle of people who share your spiritual values. You are the clue! Wouldn’t it be amazing if progressives claimed their spiritual identity, developed spiritual community, and worked together to create a world based on their spiritual values? Can we do it? Yes, we can.
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As we get into high gear preparing for our pilgrimage to Black Rock City, I’m reminded of the power of the circle to energize and focus a group of people. No matter what your spiritual tradition, take the time to sit in circle with friends, family, and others. Your intention may be to focus on a specific issue or activity, to deepen your emotional or spiritual bonds, or simply to celebrate the miracle of your shared consciousness. More »

You have been telling the people that this is the Eleventh Hour.
Now you must go back and tell the people that this is The Hour.
And there are things to be considered:
Where are you living?
What are you doing?
What are your relationships?
Are you in right relation?
Where is your water?
Know your garden.
It is time to speak your Truth.

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