by Dr. Grace | Mar 3, 2016 | About Us
Doctor Grace Lee Bonnell has been an Ordained Minister with the Chirothesian Church of Faith since 1990. She was raised in the church with Dr. D.J. Bussell. Her Great Aunt was a Practitioner and Minister before her and her Mother also studied the ministry with the National Academy of Metaphysics, the educational arm of the Chirothesian Church of Faith. Doctor Grace’s background also includes extensive and continuing self study on Comparative World Religions. She has recently been accepted and honored as Doctor of Divinity with Chirothesia A Way of Life Board of Directors and Dr. Beverly J. Gaard.
Personally, Doctor Grace has one adult daughter, three Grandchildren and nine Great Grandchildren, all of whom she is very proud. She has a keen, varied, and wide interests in many areas.
She continues her work as Minister and being of God’s service under her affiliation with Chirothesia A Way of Life. She is a writer so writes each Wedding, Christening or Memorial individually, building a memorable keepsake for each occasion. She considers her approach “New Light on Ancient Truth” as being Spiritual not Religious but inclusive to all Faith or Non-Faith Thought much as Dr. Bussell’s and Dr. Hess’ initial vision in 1917.
Also, for over thirty years she was, a Holistic Practitioner and still offers Life Style Consultation and Practitioner Treatments, where she includes a combination of modalities in which she has received Certification. She currently makes Port Orford, OR her home, which is a charming Southern Coastal town – Where the forest meets the sea – here she is also the Inn Keeper of a historic vacation home. The Joan of Arc
“Have Podium – Will Travel”
Doctor Grace is available for Guest Speaking, Weddings, Christenings, Memorials, and Home/Business Blessings. Each service is written just for that occassion. You pick your Dream Location. To contact Doctor Grace for questions or appointment, 541-332-0516, through E-Mail at reverend_grace@live.com
by Dr. Grace | Mar 3, 2016 | About Us
In approaching the subject of the Chirothesian Church of Faith let us first consider the word ‘church.’ In one of the languages preceding the Greek we find the word ‘church’ indicated by a character similar to a capital “C” in our own alphabet, with a dot in the center, thus: “
”. The complete character was pronounced “Chi”, indicating a place where the Law of God was disseminated, described as “an elevated place, composed of stone or earth.” Later the same place was called “Grove” in the Greek language. The place of dissemination was in a state of evolvement and later became a cave, then a structure of some sort. As the place of dissemination became an enclosure, the original symbol became a complete circle with a dot in the center, “
” not unlike the symbol for the Creator God; this similarity is understandable, since God and the Law of God are indivisible.
Thus we find that the original word meaning the place where the Law of God was taught, translated into English was “Church”. The place and the group of persons in attendance soon became inseparable, and the word “church” began to mean the people and the structure where the Law of God was taught to the students or followers of the teaching. In pursuing history further we find that the place where the Law of Brahma was taught became known as a “Temple”. The Law of Moses was soon interjected, and the place where it was taught became a “Synagogue”. Translations have varied this pattern very little; the Law of God is still taught in churches, the Law of Moses is still taught in synagogues, and the Law of Brahma is still taught in temples. The word “Church”, however, has become a general word covering both the synagogue and temple in our modern world, until now “Church” may be used to designate the meeting place of any religionist, regardless of the type of teaching or its origin.
The principle of Chirothesia fits unerringly into this picture, for the bases of Chirothesia are emphatically the Law of God and its relationship to man, together with the understanding and application thereof. Thus we find Chirothesia to be a natural religion, entirely within the structure of the Law of God, accepting the teaching in its original form.
Dr. D.J. Bussell
The Chirothesian Church of Faith, Inc. was incorporated in the state of California by founder W. Grant Hess and D.J. Bussell, August 2, 1917. The purpose of the organization being, To follow the teachings and practices of the Christ, Jesus, as set forth and chronicled in the New Testament of the King James and Lamsa version of the Holy Bible.
by Dr. Grace | Feb 21, 2016 | Lesson
Traditional Season of Lent
As we are in the traditional season of Lent we’ve chosen to write about Letting Go of things. We can find a varied number of customs dedicated to this season. I’m sure you each have your favorite. But today we would like to offer perhaps a little different approach. In Christian-Metaphysical thought as Chirothesia represents, we are encouraged to discard a way of thinking or responding to our life that has not or doesn’t work well for us; doesn’t give us the results we might prefer in our walk of The Way.
Personally, in looking back at my Lenten Letter to Self, it seems that each year I think of letting go of impatience with myself and others. Oh, every year there is less to let go of but still little chips of impatience still jab at my heart. I’ve also observed this same situation of others. It seems we are all in the same boat. The question then for each of us; when shall this letting go process be accomplished? This is a question we all can ask. It is a dilemma we are given the opportunity to examine almost daily and especially during the season of Lent. We are all diamond cutting masters of our own life and path, chipping away at the Diamond within each of us.
Also we are reminded that each person on this earth at this moment is important and that includes us too. Sometimes we forget how important in the Plan we are and likewise so is everyone because we are all part of the same creative vibration. We are each one part of God, the Creator. We are all one with God and one another. Our understanding of this Truth expands and become deeper and sweeter, hopefully, each year we walk this earth. At this time in the evolution of our planet and our species this perhaps is the most important realization; We Are One. Our Statement of Truth; God is; I am brings us into harmony with this inclusive thought of oneness.
Individually, we have each been given an assignment to proceed along the path of life polishing the jewel that we are, letting God’s Light and Love shine through us in everything we say and do or even intend or try to do. A Big assignment you say, Yes it is. We are also to remember that we are a work in progress, which takes practice, practice practice and learning upon learning to be the best that we can be at every moment. Sometimes and often as our understanding grows deeper this require a change. That change even takes patience with self and others, but it is all part of the Master Plan. Within the Kingdom, which we know is that silent place within each of us, we find the answers and the Peace that passes all understanding.
Start with intention, followed by commitment, then perseverance, practice and patience. It has been my experience that it takes all those ideals to go within, to the Kingdom and polish the diamond that we each are or to accomplish anything worth while. The more we focus on our intention, on the Love and Light of God, making this our main focus inclusive, the easier life’s challenges will be however. It doesn’t matter what the challenge might be, it can be dis-solved in Divine Love.
When we started our Way of Life, we may have had a little Divine Love understanding in our hearts and minds. However, when we LET that little seed of understanding grow and bloom forth in our life fully, we soon will realize the seed has multiplied beyond our expectations. Let our prayers always be “Beyond my expectations”. Within the Kingdom our understanding increases day by day.
Let our first step at the dawn of each day begin with a personal awareness of our connection to the Divine and All Life on earth and fill our heart to overflowing with the honor for this opportunity. “But seek first the Kingdom of God and his right-eous-ness and all these things shall be added to you”
It is with deep Honor and Gratitude for this opportunity to share my thoughts and learn with you.
Let us share also the Light Bearers:
(Translated from the Ancient Mystery Schools of the Essene)
Men of the Earth, Brothers in Eternity, shake your souls Awake.
The hour so long waited for, the promised hour has come.
Over the dark firmament of suffering humanity is rising the morning star.
Heralding the day that you will understand that mans most sacred duty is to be man.
That is, to manifest life, intelligence, truth and love.
There is no higher aim, no vaster problem.
And you who realize this will break the fetters with which ignorance and fear
have bound unconscious humanity,
and will stand up free and know yourselves to be the eternal manifestation
of the un-manifest.
Witness of the absolute, sons of the great ALL
whom you call God.
by Dr. Grace | Feb 14, 2016 | Lesson
The Power of Gratitude
Of all the gift we are given at birth perhaps Gratitude is one of the most sacred. It certainly is one of the greatest. Well learned and well used it will manifest more than one can ever imagine. We are urged to express Gratitude is an opportunity for unexpected benefits. This expression may be audible or silent but make no mistake there is benefit. Don’t forget the small things in your life either when expressing this gift of gratitude. It is said by the Masters that Gratitude opens the door to our greater blessings, that is the door of your heart and mind so that you are prepared to receive those blessings.
Let us be clear here that Gratitude is not Thank You, but we must remember the importance of those thank you also. Gratitude expressed in our heart and mind is a deep feeling beyond that expressed verbally. The Attitude of Gratitude.
The power of Gratitude is always available to everyone. There is always something simple, small, even perhaps insignificant in the world for which your heart can express Gratitude. People who can see auras or person who has a special aura camera say that this thought forms a vibrations of many colors much like a colorful flower bouquet.
In our world, which is changing so fast and furious, there are times when confusion, and troubles seem sometimes to pile into our heads and seem to smoother us. In those moments, if we will take that Sacred Breath, also a gift, and silently express gratitude for some very small part of our life, the vibration will raise our consciousness above the fray. Our mind, in the midst of it all, will be clearer and we may find, with practice, a peace; a peace that passes all understanding. Surely we all recognize that practice of anything makes perfect the operation and application of that anything.
When ever there is Gratitude in our hearts, there is a hope that we can overcome any situation that may be difficult at the moment. In our hearts we can find the vibration of Gratitude and also there will be great opportunity for us to rise above challenges around us. And it stimulates to the point that when we express Gratitude we very often lift the burden for some one else. There by being our brothers keeper in a way unobtrusive or subjection of our will upon anyone else. It is giving an opportunity.
Dr. Bussell wrote: I like to think of Gratitude as one of the footprints along the Way that Jesus called the “I AM.” I like to to consider that that footprint is so bright and shining and clear and discernible that it lights the way for those who come after attempting to follow as closely as they can in that Path. …If we have Gratitude in our hearts, too, the burden that we are sometimes called upon to bear does not seem nearly so great, for that Gratitude leads us into the realization of other things that have come our way for which we can be tremendously grateful…. For the world needs Gratitude, and we need Gratitude and therefore the combination should be a winning combination….For the expression of Gratitude in our hearts we find we are in Harmony with the highest vibration plan on earth for All. The highest good for all shall be within the harmony of Gratitude. Our I AM presence is operational NOW.
This is the time on our calendar year for our individual personal Transfiguration and Rebirth. Perhaps this is a perfect time also to Express our Gratitude for all the things large and small in our life today.
Dr. Bussell always taught us that it was the small things that brought the most powerful results. Perhaps that is true?
It is with deep Gratitude for this opportunity to share my thoughts and learn with you the Power of Gratitude.
Let us share also the Light Bearers:
(Translated from the Ancient Mystery Schools of the Essene)
Men of the Earth, Brothers in Eternity, shake your souls Awake.
The hour so long waited for, the promised hour has come.
Over the dark firmament of suffering humanity is rising the morning star.
Heralding the day that you will understand that mans most sacred duty is to be man.
That is, to manifest life, intelligence, truth and love.
There is no higher aim, no vaster problem.
And you who realize this will break the fetters with which ignorance and fear
have bound unconscious humanity,
and will stand up free and know yourselves to be the eternal manifestation
of the un-manifest.
Witness of the absolute, sons of the great ALL
whom you call God.
by Dr. Grace | Feb 8, 2016 | Blogs
FEBRUARY 8
All mystics speak the same language, for they come from the same country.
– LOUIS-CLAUDE DE SAINT-MARTIN
What we are all looking for, even though we are searching in the most improbable places, is infinite wisdom, infinite joy, infinite love. In other words, we are trying to discover our real nature. At the very core of our being is a spark of purity, of perfection, of divinity. When we learn to identify less and less with that which is subject to change and more and more with this core of perfection, we are gradually moving closer to this supreme goal.
Though different religions call it by different names, the goal is always the same. It isnirvana to the Buddhist, moksha to the Hindu; Jesus calls it “entering the kingdom of heaven within.” To the Sufis it is union with the Beloved; to Jewish mystics it is the return to the Promised Land. No matter what they call it, all the great religions point to the same supreme goal.
The Thought for the Day is today’s entry from Eknath Easwaran’s
Words to Live By.
