BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Creative Thought Center - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Creative Thought Center X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://creativethoughtcenter.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Creative Thought Center REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T140000 DTSTAMP:20260423T134859 CREATED:20260204T205023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T203424Z UID:23457-1785070800-1785074400@creativethoughtcenter.org SUMMARY:Peace Pole Meditation -4th Sunday 1 - 2pm DESCRIPTION:At CTC\, starting Feb 15. \nPeace poles are now the most recognized monument dedicated to peace on earth.\nThey represent the highest aspirations of peace and goodwill inherent in the human heart transcending race\, religion and creed.\nPeace Poles serve as vehicles to carry the message\, May Peace Prevail On Earth\, out to every corner on earth.\nThey are planted to uplift\, empower and elevate the human consciousness to embrace the oneness of our global family. \nAll Donations Appreciated. \nFor more information\, contact Julie Dobson  786-246-3836 URL:https://creativethoughtcenter.org/calendar/peace-pole-meditation-3rd-sunday-1-2pm-3/ LOCATION:Creative Thought Center\, 449-D Pigeon Street\, Waynesville\, Haywood\, 28786\, United States CATEGORIES:Meditation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T134859 CREATED:20260421T170532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T170532Z UID:23856-1784457000-1784462400@creativethoughtcenter.org SUMMARY:Sunday Message - Rev. Mary Clayton-McGlauflin "In Memory of Her...and of Sacred Union" DESCRIPTION:Spiritual Message: Rev. Mary Clayton-McGlauflin “\nJuly 22 is the Feast Day of Mary Magdalene. On the Sunday prior to that day\, we will explore who she really was\, what she taught\, what she was misrepresented & erased for centuries\, and why her memory and teachings seem to be rising so powerfully at this time. And in the process of exploring Sacred Union\, we are invited to remember who we truly are and what came to share in this life. \nA follow-up experiencial program\, Embodying Sacred Union will be held at 2:30 here. \nTrustee: Sharon Otruk…\nGreeter: Janet Moebius…\nTechnical: Sharon Otruk…\n10:30 am : Meditation: Kimi Webster…\nPractitioner: Kimi Webster...\nAffirmative Prayer Testimonial: Patricia Outland\n \n12:00-12:30 pm: Fellowship following service\nRev. Mary Clayton-McGlauflin is an ordained Interfaith Peace Minister with a focus on Ecospirituality. She is also a Reiki Master/Teacher\, certified in the Usui\, Holy Fire®\, Karuna®\, and Mary Magdelene Reiki traditions. In the Celtic spiritual tradition of Anam Cara (Soul Friend)\, she provides compassionate spiritual companionship and rituals for the sacred passages of life\, and through her Heart Song Reiki practice\, she offers a lullaby for the Soul by combining gentle\, affirming chants with Reiki to amplify the healing energy and provide a soft\, safe place to land amidst the chaos of life. \n  URL:https://creativethoughtcenter.org/calendar/sunday-message-rev-mary-clayton-mcglauflin-in-memory-of-her-and-of-sacred-union/ LOCATION:Creative Thought Center\, 449-D Pigeon Street\, Waynesville\, Haywood\, 28786\, United States CATEGORIES:Sunday Service ORGANIZER;CN="Creative Thought Center":MAILTO:info@creativethoughtcenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T153000 DTSTAMP:20260423T134859 CREATED:20260323T180528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T180528Z UID:23740-1783000800-1783006200@creativethoughtcenter.org SUMMARY:A Course In Miracles 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm DESCRIPTION:“A Course in Miracles is a modern-day program for healing the Mind\, removing all judgment\, learning to trust the Higher Self/Holy Spirit/Intuition\, and coming to consistent Peace of Mind.”\n–David Hoffmeister \nA Course in Miracles (ACIM) is a self-study program with a unique approach\, designed to bring a consistent state of happiness and peace to the student through the application of its principles. Its uncompromising approach is very effective for those looking to heal abandonment\, victimhood\, and any other seeming lifelong issues. \nContact Stan Jones 828-329-1641 URL:https://creativethoughtcenter.org/calendar/a-course-in-miracles-200-pm-330-pm-50/ LOCATION:Creative Thought Center\, 449-D Pigeon Street\, Waynesville\, Haywood\, 28786\, United States CATEGORIES:Classes ORGANIZER;CN="Stan Jones":MAILTO:waynesvillectc@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T190000 DTSTAMP:20260423T134859 CREATED:20260323T175949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T175949Z UID:23750-1782842400-1782846000@creativethoughtcenter.org SUMMARY:SOM- "Why Christianity Must Change or Die" by John Shelby Spong\, Tues 6-7pm DESCRIPTION:Starting February 24th\n\n\n\n\n\nAn important and respected voice for liberal American Christianity for the past twenty years\, Bishop John Shelby Spong integrates his often controversial stands on the Bible\, Jesus\, theism\, and morality into an intelligible creed that speaks to today’s thinking Christian. In this compelling and heartfelt book\, he sounds a rousing call for a Christianity based on critical thought rather than blind faith\, on love rather than judgment\, and that focuses on life more than religion. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis group meets on Zoom from 6 – 7pm.\n\n\n\n\n\nCathy Riggsbee and Kathleen Wood will be heading up the SOM discussion group. \nContact Cathy at 828-550-3812 for more information. \n  URL:https://creativethoughtcenter.org/calendar/som-why-christianity-must-change-or-die-by-john-shelby-spong-tues-6-7pm-17/ LOCATION:Creative Thought Center\, 449-D Pigeon Street\, Waynesville\, Haywood\, 28786\, United States CATEGORIES:Discussion Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T134859 CREATED:20260331T151941Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T170713Z UID:23783-1782642600-1782648000@creativethoughtcenter.org SUMMARY:Sunday Message - Justin Elledge " DESCRIPTION:Spiritual Message: Justin Elledge  “\nTrustee: Kim Walzer…\nGreeter: Sherry Anderson…\nTechnical: Randy Outland…\n10:30 am : Meditation: Patricia Outland\n10:45 am: Fellowship chat\nPractitioner: Patricia Outland...\nTao of Wow: open mic\n11:00 am: Sunday Service\n12:00 12:30: Fellowship \n  \nIn having to overcoming many health issues\, Justin Elledge has an acute understanding of just how fragile and resilient we are\, as human beings. It has been through his own evolution in health and faith that he now finds himself blessed with this ability of Medical Intuition\, a Second Sight.  As an inventor and healer\, Justin looks forward to helping you find your own health and soul enlightenment.  For more info\, please visit: www.theHuman MRI.com. \n  URL:https://creativethoughtcenter.org/calendar/sunday-message-justin-elledge-3/ LOCATION:Creative Thought Center\, 449-D Pigeon Street\, Waynesville\, Haywood\, 28786\, United States CATEGORIES:Sunday Service ORGANIZER;CN="Creative Thought Center":MAILTO:info@creativethoughtcenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T113000 DTSTAMP:20260423T134859 CREATED:20260323T172910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T172910Z UID:23700-1782381600-1782387000@creativethoughtcenter.org SUMMARY:Law Of Attraction - LOA\, 2nd & 4th Thurs. 10:00-11:30am at CTC DESCRIPTION: The law of attraction is a philosophy suggesting that positive thoughts bring positive results into a person’s life\, while negative thoughts bring negative outcomes. It is based on the belief that thoughts are a form of energy and that positive energy attracts success in all areas of life\, including health\, finances\, and relationships. \nLove Offering – No One Turned Away Due To Financial Constraints \nFor more information\, contact Kim May  828-734-0305. Meeting at CTC \n  URL:https://creativethoughtcenter.org/calendar/law-of-attraction-loa-2nd-4th-thurs-1000-1130am-at-ctc-11/ LOCATION:Creative Thought Center\, 449-D Pigeon Street\, Waynesville\, Haywood\, 28786\, United States CATEGORIES:Meetings ORGANIZER;CN="Creative Thought Center":MAILTO:info@creativethoughtcenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T190000 DTSTAMP:20260423T134859 CREATED:20260323T175837Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T175837Z UID:23746-1782237600-1782241200@creativethoughtcenter.org SUMMARY:SOM- "Why Christianity Must Change or Die" by John Shelby Spong\, Tues 6-7pm DESCRIPTION:Starting February 24th\n\n\n\n\n\nAn important and respected voice for liberal American Christianity for the past twenty years\, Bishop John Shelby Spong integrates his often controversial stands on the Bible\, Jesus\, theism\, and morality into an intelligible creed that speaks to today’s thinking Christian. In this compelling and heartfelt book\, he sounds a rousing call for a Christianity based on critical thought rather than blind faith\, on love rather than judgment\, and that focuses on life more than religion. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis group meets on Zoom from 6 – 7pm.\n\n\n\n\n\nCathy Riggsbee and Kathleen Wood will be heading up the SOM discussion group. \nContact Cathy at 828-550-3812 for more information. \n  URL:https://creativethoughtcenter.org/calendar/som-why-christianity-must-change-or-die-by-john-shelby-spong-tues-6-7pm-16/ LOCATION:Creative Thought Center\, 449-D Pigeon Street\, Waynesville\, Haywood\, 28786\, United States CATEGORIES:Discussion Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T190000 DTSTAMP:20260423T134859 CREATED:20260209T203924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T203924Z UID:23499-1782064800-1782068400@creativethoughtcenter.org SUMMARY:Summer Solstice Celebration & Drum Circle- Sunday\, June 21st 1-2:00pm DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin Donna Corso as we celebrate this auspicious longest day of the year. We will begin by honoring the six directions followed by a drum circle. Please bring your drums\, rattles\, tambourines\, didgeridoos\, flutes or any kind of percussion/musical instruments and let us welcome the Solstice. (If you have extra instruments you are willing to share with those who don’t have them\, please bring them) \n“Love offerings appreciated” URL:https://creativethoughtcenter.org/calendar/summer-solstice-celebration-drum-circle-sunday-june-21st-1-200pm/ LOCATION:Creative Thought Center\, 449-D Pigeon Street\, Waynesville\, Haywood\, 28786\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Event ORGANIZER;CN="Donna Corso":MAILTO:walschoffice@aol.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T134859 CREATED:20260331T152425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T152425Z UID:23784-1782037800-1782043200@creativethoughtcenter.org SUMMARY:Sunday Message - Donna Corso - " DESCRIPTION:Spiritual Message: Donna Corso – “\nTrustee: Kimi Webster…\nGreeter: Evelyn Ries…\nTechnical: Sharon Otruk…\n10:30 am : Meditation: Kimi Webster…\nPractitioner: Kimi Webster...\nAffirmative Prayer Testimonial: open mic\n12:00-12:30 pm: Fellowship following Service \nDonna is an interfaith minister\, public speaker\, Reiki master\, hypnotherapist\, author and a Dream Builder life coach.  She has also been personal assistant to New York Times best-selling author Neale Donald Walsch for 24 years.   \n  URL:https://creativethoughtcenter.org/calendar/sunday-message-donna-corso-5/ LOCATION:Creative Thought Center\, 449-D Pigeon Street\, Waynesville\, Haywood\, 28786\, United States CATEGORIES:Sunday Service ORGANIZER;CN="Creative Thought Center":MAILTO:info@creativethoughtcenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T123000 DTSTAMP:20260423T134859 CREATED:20260323T173702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T173702Z UID:23723-1781865000-1781872200@creativethoughtcenter.org SUMMARY:Watercolor Class - Joan Doyle 3rd Friday\, 10:30 - 12:30pm DESCRIPTION:This is a 2 hour class in watercolor.\nWatercolor is easy and fun!  Learn techniques and tips to make your art pop. \nJoan will provide a painting in keeping with the season and then lead the class in creating a masterpiece! \n$40   Payable in advance on Joan’s website: the artistryoflife.com.   Limit 10 people per class.  All supplies provided.  \nFor more info\, you can reach out to Joan at 818-957-6231. \n Do NOT call CTC to register. This is only through Joan.\n This class will be held on the 3rd Friday\, 10:30 – 12:30pm\nJoan Doyle was born in Ireland and began her working life as a Graphic Artist. In 1994 she moved to California to work for Walt Disney Feature Animation. She found her Spiritual Community at North Hollywood Church of Religious Science and became a Practitioner in 2005. After 20 years in the animation industry\, she now paints portraits of homes and blends her two passions in her Spiritual Art. See images on her website at www.theArtistryofLife.com URL:https://creativethoughtcenter.org/calendar/watercolor-class-joan-doyle-3rd-friday-1030-1230pm-10/ LOCATION:Creative Thought Center\, 449-D Pigeon Street\, Waynesville\, Haywood\, 28786\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T153000 DTSTAMP:20260423T134859 CREATED:20260323T180416Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T180416Z UID:23741-1781791200-1781796600@creativethoughtcenter.org SUMMARY:A Course In Miracles 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm DESCRIPTION:“A Course in Miracles is a modern-day program for healing the Mind\, removing all judgment\, learning to trust the Higher Self/Holy Spirit/Intuition\, and coming to consistent Peace of Mind.”\n–David Hoffmeister \nA Course in Miracles (ACIM) is a self-study program with a unique approach\, designed to bring a consistent state of happiness and peace to the student through the application of its principles. Its uncompromising approach is very effective for those looking to heal abandonment\, victimhood\, and any other seeming lifelong issues. \nContact Stan Jones 828-329-1641 URL:https://creativethoughtcenter.org/calendar/a-course-in-miracles-200-pm-330-pm-49/ LOCATION:Creative Thought Center\, 449-D Pigeon Street\, Waynesville\, Haywood\, 28786\, United States CATEGORIES:Classes ORGANIZER;CN="Stan Jones":MAILTO:waynesvillectc@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T190000 DTSTAMP:20260423T134859 CREATED:20260323T175757Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T175757Z UID:23747-1781632800-1781636400@creativethoughtcenter.org SUMMARY:SOM- "Why Christianity Must Change or Die" by John Shelby Spong\, Tues 6-7pm DESCRIPTION:Starting February 24th\n\n\n\n\n\nAn important and respected voice for liberal American Christianity for the past twenty years\, Bishop John Shelby Spong integrates his often controversial stands on the Bible\, Jesus\, theism\, and morality into an intelligible creed that speaks to today’s thinking Christian. In this compelling and heartfelt book\, he sounds a rousing call for a Christianity based on critical thought rather than blind faith\, on love rather than judgment\, and that focuses on life more than religion. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis group meets on Zoom from 6 – 7pm.\n\n\n\n\n\nCathy Riggsbee and Kathleen Wood will be heading up the SOM discussion group. \nContact Cathy at 828-550-3812 for more information. \n  URL:https://creativethoughtcenter.org/calendar/som-why-christianity-must-change-or-die-by-john-shelby-spong-tues-6-7pm-15/ LOCATION:Creative Thought Center\, 449-D Pigeon Street\, Waynesville\, Haywood\, 28786\, United States CATEGORIES:Discussion Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T134859 CREATED:20260331T152650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T171801Z UID:23785-1781433000-1781438400@creativethoughtcenter.org SUMMARY:Sunday Message - Kristy Johnson " DESCRIPTION:Spiritual Message: Kristy Johnson “\nTechnical: Randy Outland..\nTrustee: Kim Walzer…\nGreeter: Mark Trantham…\n10:30 am Meditation:  Patricia Outland…\n10:45 am Fellowship with coffee & tea\nAffirmative Prayer Testimonial: video – Don’t Wait Too Long\n11:00 am Practitioner: Patricia Outland…\n12:00-12:30 pm: Fellowship following service\nA lifelong educator\, Kristy has always loved books\, sharing special moments with young children (who she calls her “littlest gurus”) and connecting around the inter-spiritual threads that bind us together. She has taught preschool and elementary students\, trained teachers at the college level and now teaches dance (her absolute favorite way of connecting back into the divinity that we are). She holds a Master’s in Education\, two dance certifications and has recently published a children’s book. She is currently enrolled in All Paths Divinity School to become an ordained interfaith minister. She has two children\, three dogs and lives with her beloved life partner in the mountains of Waynesville where she loves to dance and hike and see the magic! URL:https://creativethoughtcenter.org/calendar/sunday-message-kristy-johnson/ LOCATION:Creative Thought Center\, 449-D Pigeon Street\, Waynesville\, Haywood\, 28786\, United States CATEGORIES:Sunday Service ORGANIZER;CN="Creative Thought Center":MAILTO:info@creativethoughtcenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T173000 DTSTAMP:20260423T134859 CREATED:20260204T203815Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T204352Z UID:23450-1781366400-1781371800@creativethoughtcenter.org SUMMARY:Dances of Universal Peace - Saturday 4-5:30pm DESCRIPTION:The Dances of Universal Peace are simple\, meditative\, joyous\, multi-cultural circle dances that use sacred phrases\, chants\, music\, and movements to touch the spiritual essence within ourselves and recognize it in others. A transformative spiritual practice\, the Dances are rooted in the celebration of all the world’s wisdom traditions to inspire harmony and peace. All are welcomed into the circle to hold hands in an embodied prayer of Unity. \nFor more information\, call Moksha 919-384-5406 URL:https://creativethoughtcenter.org/calendar/dances-of-universal-peace-saturday-4-530pm-2/ LOCATION:Creative Thought Center\, 449-D Pigeon Street\, Waynesville\, Haywood\, 28786\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T200000 DTSTAMP:20260423T134859 CREATED:20260323T174327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T174327Z UID:23714-1781287200-1781294400@creativethoughtcenter.org SUMMARY:Sip & Share - Dan Will 2nd Friday 6:00 - 8:00pm DESCRIPTION:For a lovely evening to enjoy our CTC family community as we nibble on finger foods\, sip on beverages and share our hearts! \nThis is a “Get-To-Know-You” social where our monthly guest speaker could share anything from their life’s travels\, an uplifting story\, a  bevy of laugh-worthy jokes\, a Q & A\, or where they came from and how they got to the Creative Thought Center.  Something new and different to look forward to each month! \nOur evening will commence with a Social Hour followed by a Sharing from our Guest Speaker. \n\nTea\, coffee\, hot chocolate\, and spring water will be provided by our Center.  Feel free to bring wine for your own personal use.  No hard alcohol please.\n\n\nBring an hors d’oeuvre… something snacky to share\, or leave a love offering for CTC. URL:https://creativethoughtcenter.org/calendar/sip-share-dan-will-2nd-friday-600-800pm/ LOCATION:Creative Thought Center\, 449-D Pigeon Street\, Waynesville\, Haywood\, 28786\, United States CATEGORIES:Social Event ORGANIZER;CN="Creative Thought Center":MAILTO:info@creativethoughtcenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T153000 DTSTAMP:20260423T134859 CREATED:20260323T180021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T180021Z UID:23745-1781186400-1781191800@creativethoughtcenter.org SUMMARY:A Course In Miracles 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm DESCRIPTION:“A Course in Miracles is a modern-day program for healing the Mind\, removing all judgment\, learning to trust the Higher Self/Holy Spirit/Intuition\, and coming to consistent Peace of Mind.”\n–David Hoffmeister \nA Course in Miracles (ACIM) is a self-study program with a unique approach\, designed to bring a consistent state of happiness and peace to the student through the application of its principles. Its uncompromising approach is very effective for those looking to heal abandonment\, victimhood\, and any other seeming lifelong issues. \nContact Stan Jones 828-329-1641 URL:https://creativethoughtcenter.org/calendar/a-course-in-miracles-200-pm-330-pm-47/ LOCATION:Creative Thought Center\, 449-D Pigeon Street\, Waynesville\, Haywood\, 28786\, United States CATEGORIES:Classes ORGANIZER;CN="Stan Jones":MAILTO:waynesvillectc@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T113000 DTSTAMP:20260423T134859 CREATED:20260323T172820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T172820Z UID:23701-1781172000-1781177400@creativethoughtcenter.org SUMMARY:Law Of Attraction - LOA\, 2nd & 4th Thurs. 10:00-11:30am at CTC DESCRIPTION: The law of attraction is a philosophy suggesting that positive thoughts bring positive results into a person’s life\, while negative thoughts bring negative outcomes. It is based on the belief that thoughts are a form of energy and that positive energy attracts success in all areas of life\, including health\, finances\, and relationships. \nLove Offering – No One Turned Away Due To Financial Constraints \nFor more information\, contact Kim May  828-734-0305. Meeting at CTC \n  URL:https://creativethoughtcenter.org/calendar/law-of-attraction-loa-2nd-4th-thurs-1000-1130am-at-ctc-10/ LOCATION:Creative Thought Center\, 449-D Pigeon Street\, Waynesville\, Haywood\, 28786\, United States CATEGORIES:Meetings ORGANIZER;CN="Creative Thought Center":MAILTO:info@creativethoughtcenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T190000 DTSTAMP:20260423T134859 CREATED:20260323T175205Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T175205Z UID:23739-1781028000-1781031600@creativethoughtcenter.org SUMMARY:SOM- "Why Christianity Must Change or Die" by John Shelby Spong\, Tues 6-7pm DESCRIPTION:Starting February 24th\n\n\n\n\n\nAn important and respected voice for liberal American Christianity for the past twenty years\, Bishop John Shelby Spong integrates his often controversial stands on the Bible\, Jesus\, theism\, and morality into an intelligible creed that speaks to today’s thinking Christian. In this compelling and heartfelt book\, he sounds a rousing call for a Christianity based on critical thought rather than blind faith\, on love rather than judgment\, and that focuses on life more than religion. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis group meets on Zoom from 6 – 7pm.\n\n\n\n\n\nCathy Riggsbee and Kathleen Wood will be heading up the SOM discussion group. \nContact Cathy at 828-550-3812 for more information. \n  URL:https://creativethoughtcenter.org/calendar/som-why-christianity-must-change-or-die-by-john-shelby-spong-tues-6-7pm-14/ LOCATION:Creative Thought Center\, 449-D Pigeon Street\, Waynesville\, Haywood\, 28786\, United States CATEGORIES:Discussion Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T134859 CREATED:20260331T151724Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T151724Z UID:23782-1780828200-1780833600@creativethoughtcenter.org SUMMARY:Sunday Message - Patricia Outland " DESCRIPTION:Spiritual Message: Patricia Outland  “ \n\nTrustee:  Kris VanWynen…\nGreeter: Janet Moebius…\nTechnical: Randy Outland…\n10:30 am Meditation: Kim May…\n10:45 am Fellowship\, coffee or tea…\n11:00 am Practitioner: Kim May..\nAffirmative Prayer Testimonial:\n12:00-12:30 pm Fellowship \n  \n  \nPatricia Outland is a retired Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner.  Her extensive experience in both healthcare and exploration of teachings and philosophies from around the globe has equipped her with a unique and refreshing perspective that has a profound and positive effect in sparking “aha” moments.  Patricia is also a Licensed Practitioner at the Creative Thought Center. URL:https://creativethoughtcenter.org/calendar/sunday-message-patricia-outland-2/ LOCATION:Creative Thought Center\, 449D Pigeon St\, Waynesville\, NC\, 28786\, United States CATEGORIES:Sunday Service ORGANIZER;CN="Creative Thought Center":MAILTO:info@creativethoughtcenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T153000 DTSTAMP:20260423T134859 CREATED:20260323T173542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T173542Z UID:23684-1780581600-1780587000@creativethoughtcenter.org SUMMARY:A Course In Miracles 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm DESCRIPTION:“A Course in Miracles is a modern-day program for healing the Mind\, removing all judgment\, learning to trust the Higher Self/Holy Spirit/Intuition\, and coming to consistent Peace of Mind.”\n–David Hoffmeister \nA Course in Miracles (ACIM) is a self-study program with a unique approach\, designed to bring a consistent state of happiness and peace to the student through the application of its principles. Its uncompromising approach is very effective for those looking to heal abandonment\, victimhood\, and any other seeming lifelong issues. \nContact Stan Jones 828-329-1641 URL:https://creativethoughtcenter.org/calendar/a-course-in-miracles-200-pm-330-pm-46/ LOCATION:Creative Thought Center\, 449-D Pigeon Street\, Waynesville\, Haywood\, 28786\, United States CATEGORIES:Classes ORGANIZER;CN="Stan Jones":MAILTO:waynesvillectc@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T190000 DTSTAMP:20260423T134859 CREATED:20260323T175123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T175123Z UID:23738-1780423200-1780426800@creativethoughtcenter.org SUMMARY:SOM- "Why Christianity Must Change or Die" by John Shelby Spong\, Tues 6-7pm DESCRIPTION:Starting February 24th\n\n\n\n\n\nAn important and respected voice for liberal American Christianity for the past twenty years\, Bishop John Shelby Spong integrates his often controversial stands on the Bible\, Jesus\, theism\, and morality into an intelligible creed that speaks to today’s thinking Christian. In this compelling and heartfelt book\, he sounds a rousing call for a Christianity based on critical thought rather than blind faith\, on love rather than judgment\, and that focuses on life more than religion. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis group meets on Zoom from 6 – 7pm.\n\n\n\n\n\nCathy Riggsbee and Kathleen Wood will be heading up the SOM discussion group. \nContact Cathy at 828-550-3812 for more information. \n  URL:https://creativethoughtcenter.org/calendar/som-why-christianity-must-change-or-die-by-john-shelby-spong-tues-6-7pm-13/ LOCATION:Creative Thought Center\, 449-D Pigeon Street\, Waynesville\, Haywood\, 28786\, United States CATEGORIES:Discussion Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T134859 CREATED:20260331T151113Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T141039Z UID:23789-1780223400-1780228800@creativethoughtcenter.org SUMMARY:Sunday Message - Cynthia Clayton "The Law of Reversed Effort" DESCRIPTION:Spiritual Message: Cynthia Clayton “The Law of Reversed Effort”\nWhy Willpower Fails – And What Works Instead. We explore the paradox of intention\, where sometimes the harder you try (or intend) the less you shall succeed. This idea and its ancient wisdom comes from WU WEI in Daoism. \nTrustee: Sharon Otruk…\nGreeter: Nancy Bauman…\nTechnical: Sharon Otruk…\n10:30 am: Meditation: Kris VanWynen…\nPractitioner: Cara Gentile...\nAffirmative Prayer Testimonial: open mic\n12:00-12:30 pm: Fellowship following Service \n  \nCynthia is a writer and educator who holds a Ph.D. in Metaphysical Counseling\, with doctoral research focused on oneness and the psychology of perceived separation. She taught courses in positive psychology\, mindfulness\, and resilience through community college programs and online platforms\, including classes on emotional well-being\, happiness\, and inner peace. She hosted a television talk show focused on psychological resilience and spiritual integration\, reaching a national audience through Bold Brave TV. Her book Compass of Hope focuses on educating the whole human being in the era of global transformation\, and Cynthia is currently collaborating with Salzburg Global and UNESCO education leaders. Website: cynthiadianeclayton.com URL:https://creativethoughtcenter.org/calendar/sunday-service-cynthia-clayton/ LOCATION:Creative Thought Center\, 449-D Pigeon Street\, Waynesville\, Haywood\, 28786\, United States CATEGORIES:Sunday Service ORGANIZER;CN="Creative Thought Center":MAILTO:info@creativethoughtcenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T153000 DTSTAMP:20260423T134859 CREATED:20260323T173459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T173459Z UID:23715-1779976800-1779982200@creativethoughtcenter.org SUMMARY:A Course In Miracles 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm DESCRIPTION:“A Course in Miracles is a modern-day program for healing the Mind\, removing all judgment\, learning to trust the Higher Self/Holy Spirit/Intuition\, and coming to consistent Peace of Mind.”\n–David Hoffmeister \nA Course in Miracles (ACIM) is a self-study program with a unique approach\, designed to bring a consistent state of happiness and peace to the student through the application of its principles. Its uncompromising approach is very effective for those looking to heal abandonment\, victimhood\, and any other seeming lifelong issues. \nContact Stan Jones 828-329-1641 URL:https://creativethoughtcenter.org/calendar/a-course-in-miracles-200-pm-330-pm-45/ LOCATION:Creative Thought Center\, 449-D Pigeon Street\, Waynesville\, Haywood\, 28786\, United States CATEGORIES:Classes ORGANIZER;CN="Stan Jones":MAILTO:waynesvillectc@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T190000 DTSTAMP:20260423T134859 CREATED:20260323T174949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T174949Z UID:23719-1779818400-1779822000@creativethoughtcenter.org SUMMARY:SOM- "Why Christianity Must Change or Die" by John Shelby Spong\, Tues 6-7pm DESCRIPTION:Starting February 24th\n\n\n\n\n\nAn important and respected voice for liberal American Christianity for the past twenty years\, Bishop John Shelby Spong integrates his often controversial stands on the Bible\, Jesus\, theism\, and morality into an intelligible creed that speaks to today’s thinking Christian. In this compelling and heartfelt book\, he sounds a rousing call for a Christianity based on critical thought rather than blind faith\, on love rather than judgment\, and that focuses on life more than religion. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis group meets on Zoom from 6 – 7pm.\n\n\n\n\n\nCathy Riggsbee and Kathleen Wood will be heading up the SOM discussion group. \nContact Cathy at 828-550-3812 for more information. \n  URL:https://creativethoughtcenter.org/calendar/som-why-christianity-must-change-or-die-by-john-shelby-spong-tues-6-7pm-12/ LOCATION:Creative Thought Center\, 449-D Pigeon Street\, Waynesville\, Haywood\, 28786\, United States CATEGORIES:Discussion Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260524T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260524T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T134859 CREATED:20260331T150932Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T172442Z UID:23781-1779618600-1779624000@creativethoughtcenter.org SUMMARY:Sunday Message - Dan Will "Plant Medicine in Spiritual Practice" DESCRIPTION:Spiritual Message: Dan Will “Plant Medicine in Spiritual Practice”\nIntroduce plant medicine used in Santo Daime Service. A combination of Catholic/tribal/african influence. How Hymns and Ayahuasca transcend or induce a path to God consciousness. Founded in 1930 Santo Daime  has spread throughout the world. \nTechnical: Justin Elledge…\nTrustee: Kimi Webster..\nGreeter: Donella Davidson..\n10:30 am Meditation: Joe Nelson…\n10:45 am Fellowship with coffee & tea\n11:00 am Practitioner: Teresa Breakey...\nTao of Wow: open mic\n  \nDan Will is still exploring spirituality and loving the adventure. \n  \n  URL:https://creativethoughtcenter.org/calendar/sunday-message-dan-will/ LOCATION:Creative Thought Center\, 449-D Pigeon Street\, Waynesville\, Haywood\, 28786\, United States CATEGORIES:Sunday Service ORGANIZER;CN="Creative Thought Center":MAILTO:info@creativethoughtcenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T153000 DTSTAMP:20260423T134859 CREATED:20260323T173422Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T173422Z UID:23716-1779372000-1779377400@creativethoughtcenter.org SUMMARY:A Course In Miracles 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm DESCRIPTION:“A Course in Miracles is a modern-day program for healing the Mind\, removing all judgment\, learning to trust the Higher Self/Holy Spirit/Intuition\, and coming to consistent Peace of Mind.”\n–David Hoffmeister \nA Course in Miracles (ACIM) is a self-study program with a unique approach\, designed to bring a consistent state of happiness and peace to the student through the application of its principles. Its uncompromising approach is very effective for those looking to heal abandonment\, victimhood\, and any other seeming lifelong issues. \nContact Stan Jones 828-329-1641 URL:https://creativethoughtcenter.org/calendar/a-course-in-miracles-200-pm-330-pm-44/ LOCATION:Creative Thought Center\, 449-D Pigeon Street\, Waynesville\, Haywood\, 28786\, United States CATEGORIES:Classes ORGANIZER;CN="Stan Jones":MAILTO:waynesvillectc@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T190000 DTSTAMP:20260423T134859 CREATED:20260323T174919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T174919Z UID:23720-1779213600-1779217200@creativethoughtcenter.org SUMMARY:SOM- "Why Christianity Must Change or Die" by John Shelby Spong\, Tues 6-7pm DESCRIPTION:Starting February 24th\n\n\n\n\n\nAn important and respected voice for liberal American Christianity for the past twenty years\, Bishop John Shelby Spong integrates his often controversial stands on the Bible\, Jesus\, theism\, and morality into an intelligible creed that speaks to today’s thinking Christian. In this compelling and heartfelt book\, he sounds a rousing call for a Christianity based on critical thought rather than blind faith\, on love rather than judgment\, and that focuses on life more than religion. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis group meets on Zoom from 6 – 7pm.\n\n\n\n\n\nCathy Riggsbee and Kathleen Wood will be heading up the SOM discussion group. \nContact Cathy at 828-550-3812 for more information. \n  URL:https://creativethoughtcenter.org/calendar/som-why-christianity-must-change-or-die-by-john-shelby-spong-tues-6-7pm-11/ LOCATION:Creative Thought Center\, 449-D Pigeon Street\, Waynesville\, Haywood\, 28786\, United States CATEGORIES:Discussion Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T134859 CREATED:20260331T150501Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T200735Z UID:23780-1779013800-1779019200@creativethoughtcenter.org SUMMARY:Sunday Message - Joe Nelson "The Waveform Of Life" DESCRIPTION:Spiritual Message: Joe Nelson “The Waveform Of Life”\nThe Science of Vibrational Energy. \nTrustee: Donella Davidson…\nGreeter: Janet Moebius…\nTechnical: Justin Elledge…\n10:30 am: Meditation: Patricia Outland…\nPractitioner: Patricia Outland...\nTao of Wow: open mic\n12:00-12:30 pm: Fellowship following Service \nI grew up in Tampa and I’m a retired electronic technician. I embarked on my spiritual journey in 1999 when I moved to California and became involved with a Science of Mind center in Oakhurst. I was employed in various capacities as a bus driver and interpretive guide in Yosemite National Park. Having been a musician for most of my life\, I provided music for the Sunday services until I departed in 2022. I have an Associate of Behavioral Studies degree from Emerson Theological Institute. I’m also a certified massage therapist and Reiki Master. URL:https://creativethoughtcenter.org/calendar/sunday-message-joe-nelson-2/ LOCATION:Creative Thought Center\, 449-D Pigeon Street\, Waynesville\, Haywood\, 28786\, United States CATEGORIES:Sunday Service ORGANIZER;CN="Creative Thought Center":MAILTO:info@creativethoughtcenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T123000 DTSTAMP:20260423T134859 CREATED:20260323T173633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T173633Z UID:23724-1778841000-1778848200@creativethoughtcenter.org SUMMARY:Watercolor Class - Joan Doyle 3rd Friday\, 10:30 - 12:30pm DESCRIPTION:This is a 2 hour class in watercolor.\nWatercolor is easy and fun!  Learn techniques and tips to make your art pop. \nJoan will provide a painting in keeping with the season and then lead the class in creating a masterpiece! \n$40   Payable in advance on Joan’s website: the artistryoflife.com.   Limit 10 people per class.  All supplies provided.  \nFor more info\, you can reach out to Joan at 818-957-6231. \n Do NOT call CTC to register. This is only through Joan.\n This class will be held on the 3rd Friday\, 10:30 – 12:30pm\nJoan Doyle was born in Ireland and began her working life as a Graphic Artist. In 1994 she moved to California to work for Walt Disney Feature Animation. She found her Spiritual Community at North Hollywood Church of Religious Science and became a Practitioner in 2005. After 20 years in the animation industry\, she now paints portraits of homes and blends her two passions in her Spiritual Art. See images on her website at www.theArtistryofLife.com URL:https://creativethoughtcenter.org/calendar/watercolor-class-joan-doyle-3rd-friday-1030-1230pm-9/ LOCATION:Creative Thought Center\, 449-D Pigeon Street\, Waynesville\, Haywood\, 28786\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T153000 DTSTAMP:20260423T134859 CREATED:20260323T173340Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T173340Z UID:23717-1778767200-1778772600@creativethoughtcenter.org SUMMARY:A Course In Miracles 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm DESCRIPTION:“A Course in Miracles is a modern-day program for healing the Mind\, removing all judgment\, learning to trust the Higher Self/Holy Spirit/Intuition\, and coming to consistent Peace of Mind.”\n–David Hoffmeister \nA Course in Miracles (ACIM) is a self-study program with a unique approach\, designed to bring a consistent state of happiness and peace to the student through the application of its principles. Its uncompromising approach is very effective for those looking to heal abandonment\, victimhood\, and any other seeming lifelong issues. \nContact Stan Jones 828-329-1641 URL:https://creativethoughtcenter.org/calendar/a-course-in-miracles-200-pm-330-pm-43/ LOCATION:Creative Thought Center\, 449-D Pigeon Street\, Waynesville\, Haywood\, 28786\, United States CATEGORIES:Classes ORGANIZER;CN="Stan Jones":MAILTO:waynesvillectc@gmail.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR