The Divine Life Church Welcomes You
The Divine Life Church of Baltimore is a community that honors all paths to God and the universality of the world's major scriptures and spiritual traditions. These traditions include the mystical teachings of Jesus, Buddhism, Taoism, Hinduism, Judaism, and others. Our philosophy emphasizes our connection and oneness with all life, selfless service, meditation, Self-realization, and unconditional love. We are dedicated to applying these ideals in our everyday life and to promoting the mutual welfare and progress of all beings – our global family.
The Divine Life Church Schedule
SPECIAL JUlY ANNOUNCEMENTS
SPECIAL CHURCH MEETING will be held on Sunday, July 26. The Sunday morning
service will end around noon, and the meeting will continue till the usual
ending time of the service. After the meeting, Tom and Nancy Stuehler will cater
a lunch on the patio under the chapel (outside), many thanks to them. All are
invited.
Friday Healing Services will continue through July and will be in recess in August and september.
A monthly Chanting/kirtan group will held at the church on the second Wednesday of the month beginning June 10 at 7:30 p.m. The chanting goes till about 9 pm and will be held in the chapel at DLC. Franz is faciltating the group. Kirtan means singing and
chanting to and for God.
New Friday Night Series: Swami has begun a new series of the Prayer of Self-Realization, beginning with “I am God, naught else but God.” He will continue every Friday till he has completed the prayer.
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Weekly and Monthly Services and Events
SUNDAY MORNING SERVICE are open to all and consists of a short silent group meditation, universal prayers, and a hymn. Swami Shankarananda expounds on personal application of universal spiritual themes and principles. The emphasis is on living a blissful, intuitive life, and nurturing world brotherhood. Service begins at 11 a.m. and doors open at 10:30.
KARMA YOGA, the work of beautifying the church and the grounds, continues everySaturday, and the new hours for now are 11 a.m. to 4. This offers a way for everyone to contribute to the beauty of the environment and the well-being of the neighborhood.
Sunday School Children from infancy to twelve are welcome to explore the philosophy our church through lessons that include play, experiments, art, drama, music, and gardening, allowing the divinity of each child to unfold in an atmosphere of unconditional love.
FRIDAY NIGHT HEALING SERVICES will continue through July and be on recess in August and July. The service consists of a brief silent meditation, a guided healing meditation for others and for the planet, and touch of healing for anyone who wants to participate. Swami Shankarananda then presents an in-depth revelation of world scriptures—the mystical and universal perspective for self-transformation. Doors open at 7 p.m., meditation begins at 7:30. Swami has completed the Friday night series on mantrams. He has begun a new series of the Prayer of Self-Realization, beginning with “I am God, naught else but God.” He will continue with the second line this coming Friday, June 12, and Fridays till he has completed the prayer.
MONTHLY SPIRITUAL DISCUSSION GROUP, First Sunday of the Month: Swami Shankarananda faciltiates a lively and enlightening discussion based on questions attendees have written anonymously. All are welcome. Participants may drop in to any group. The discussion begins at 3 and doors open at 2:45.
MONTHLY TAOISM DISCUSSION GROUP, Third Sunday of the Month: Each month, we discuss one passage from the Tao Te Ching written by the Taoist sage Lao-Tzu. The emphasis is always on the direct application of Taoism in our everyday life. Swami Shankarananda facilitates this relaxed and joyful discussion and everyone participates at the level they are comfortable with. All are welcome and no previous experience with Taoism is needed. Participants may drop in to any group. The discussion begins at 4 p.m., and doors open at 3:45.
MEDITATION GROUP, First and Third Wednesday of the month: The meditation is located at the church and led by Premadas. The meditation begins at 8 p.m., and the church doors will open at 7:50. Please come in silently and take your seat. Also, please bring a notebook and pen. This is an opportunity to raise our consciousness together in service and to generate the consciousness of world peace.
MONTHLY CHANTING / KIRTAN, Second Wednesday of the month beginning June 10 at 7:30 p.m. The chanting goes till about 9 pm and will be held in the chapel at DLC. Franz is faciltating the event. Kirtan means singing and chanting to and for God.
Divine Life Church of Baltimore
The Divine Life Church is located at 5928 Falls Rd. in Baltimore, Maryland (bordering Mt. Washington and Roland Park). Click for directions.
We are a diverse, supportive community of spiritual seekers from a variety of backgrounds including Christian, Buddhist, Hindu, Jewish, and Taoist.
We invite you to gather with us for:
- Sunday morning and Friday night services
- Sunday School, age infancy to twelve
- Spiritual discussion groups
- Taoism and Buddhism discussion groups
- Opportunities for joyful service
- Individual meditation instruction
- Monthly meditation group
- Yoga classes
- Individual/couples spiritual counseling
- See below for details of these events
Video-About Divine Life Church
Video-Services at Divine Life Church
Video-The Philosophy of Divine Life Church
