Getting to Know

the New Thought

Movement
 Unified Statement

For more than one hundred years the various strands of New
Thought have traveled parallel paths. Today the distance among
the visions and values of our organizations is negligible. Recent
events, such as a shared participation in the Parliament of the
World’s Religions, have increased our visibility on the Interna-
tional stage as a Spiritual Movement. With the guidance of the
Association for Global New Thought, we are now able to initi-
ate new collaborative models that have not been possible in the
past. The New Thought Movement recognizes this transitional
moment as historic and necessary to the generation of a living
legacy of Spiritual Awakening and compassionate activism.

Stayed tuned for more exciting news as we begin this synergistic

journey as a Global New Thought movement.
 Synthesizing a New Thought Worldview
VISION MISSION
There is an inherent
We honor the diversity of cultures
perfection and sacred worth
and faiths while aiming to
in the universe,
articulate, practice, and embody
all of creation, and
universal spiritual principles.
every individual.
We encourage personal
The community of all
transformation and
life is interconnected
collective awakening.
and interdependent.
We practice the gift
Consciousness is
of active compassion
infinitely creative; we create
and kindness through
our experience through our
our service to all life.
thoughts and feelings.
We foster a world
Human consciousness
that works for
is ever evolving into
the highest
higher states of awareness.
good of all.
PRINCIPLES
God is the Creative Process in action:
in everything, everywhere, always, at once.
God is Love and Intelligence in relationship,
expressing as the universe and all life.
God is Being each one of us.

Compassion, Service, Integrity, Creativity, Community, Education,

Unconditional Love, Abundance, Spirituality
Our New Thought
Organizations
 ANTN was founded by independent Religious
Science ministers who envisioned a spiritual
community that would provide heart-centered
connection, support and networking for
independent Religious Science ministries. They
also envisioned a community in which
Consciousness was the sole authority. Based on those visions, ANTN
was formed in 1992.
Since its inception, ANTN has evolved to include not only
independent Religious Science ministries, but all New Thought
ministries who desire to be a part of such a spiritual community.

VISION
To create global transformation
and healing through empowering
New Thought ministries that en-
courage creativity, caring com-
munity, education, and spiritual
support.
MISSION
To foster the growth of unique
New Thought communities that
encourage the consciousness of
service, spiritual growth and
integrity.
 Since its doors opened in 1986, Agape’s active teach-
ing and practice of the New Thought-Ancient Wisdom
tradition of spirituality has expanded into a trans-
denominational movement and community of 9,000
local members and 1,000,000 friends worldwide.

MISSION
The Agape International Spiritual Center is
VISION a global community dedicated to recogniz-
Agape Universal Ministries is a ing, honoring and nurturing the dignity and
global community dedicated to uniqueness of all peoples. Through devoted
recognizing, honoring and nur- practice of universal spiritual principles em-
turing the dignity and unique- bodied in the New Thought-Ancient Wisdom
ness of all peoples. Through a teachings, we are agents of transformation.
devoted practice of universal As a transdenominational community, we
spiritual principles embodied serve within all levels of society to reveal
in the New Thought-Ancient the underlying perfection and harmony of
Wisdom teachings, we are the Universe. We embrace the transfor-
agents of transformation. As a mational and evolutionary impulse of the
Tran denominational communi- planet through our spiritual practice, sacred
ty, we serve within all levels of service and unconditional love.
society to reveal the underly- PURPOSE
ing harmony and perfection of As a spiritual community our purpose is to be an
the Universe. We promote the environment for each individual to realize that
transformation and evolution they are a unique emanation of God, the Love-
of the planet through con- Intelligence governing the Universe. We embody
scious co-creation and uncon- not only a theoretical understanding of our oneness
ditional love. with God, we consciously practice this truth in our
everyday lives. Through the New Thought-Ancient
Wisdom teachings and the energy of unconditional love, we are committed to
individual transformation and to being a beneficial presence on the planet.
SIMPLY - WE ARE HERE FOR GOD.
 Out of a deep conviction
and pure passion to give our
movement a clear voice and
commanding presence on the
global stage, the Association
for Global New Thought -
AGNT - has been born.
VISION MISSION
“To consciously bring forth The goal of the Association for Global New Thought’s
the evolving human and an programs in spiritually guided activism is to support
awakened world through concerned and informed citizens in their emerging
the practice of universal role as ethically motivated community leaders.
spiritual principles and the
energy of unconditional Spiritually guided activism is a term pioneered by
love.” the Association for Global New Thought and like-
minded organizations to describe individuals who are
spiritually mature and believe that, from this world-
view, we need to take action in our communities to
create positive change in this nation and beyond.
PRINCIPLES & VALUES
New Thought is a spiritually motivated way of life that embraces the ancient
wisdom traditions of east and west. We embody the belief that consciousness is
infinitely creative, operating through thought to shape the manifestation of our
reality. Our principles reflect a universal conviction that the community of all life is
sacred; our practices of meditation and healing prayer enhance a worldview
promoting reverence for, and service to humanity and planet earth. New Thought is
committed to global healing through personal transformation, community-building,
interfaith, intercultural, and interdisciplinary understanding, and compassionate
activism.”
 We are a worldwide network of
churches and centers, ministers,
licensed teachers and individuals
sharing the vision and aim of further-
ing the Charles and Myrtle Fillmore
tradition of "Practical Christianity" as
demonstrated by Jesus Christ.

VISION MISSON
Centered in God, we We create and support vibrant,
co-create a world that diverse, spiritual leaders and
works for all. communities that foster
transformation and inspire people
to make a positive difference in our
VALUES world.
Spirit-led: We are centered in God. Spirit leads our thoughts and actions
as we co-create a world that works for all.
Integrity: We act from a place of wholeness and are ethical in all our
actions. We keep our word.
Diversity: We believe that all people are created with sacred worth. We
promote greater understanding among people in a spirit of unity.
Transformation: We are a dynamic movement on the cutting edge of spiri-
tual evolution. We teach universal spiritual principles that change lives.
Abundance: Living in the infinite flow of God's good, we draw from God's
inexhaustible supply and wisely use our rich resources to serve the world.
Individuals grow spiritually when they are part of a supportive community,
a church, of like-minded believers.
 International Centers for Spiritual
Living is an organization of spiritual
communities that honors all paths to
God and can help you experience a
personal relationship with God. When
God is the focus of our spirituality,
then other areas of our lives fall into
place—we are happier, we can do
more for others, be better stewards
of the Earth, and help bring peace and
harmony to the world.

VISION
Awakening Humanity to its Spiritual Magnificence!

MISSION
The mission of Religious Science International, as a world
religion with world concerns, is to create an environment
that nurtures and celebrates the individualized, authentic
expression of Spirit through the principles of the Science
of the Mind®

VISION
A healthy world free of homeless-
ness, violence, war, hunger, separa-
tion and disenfranchisement…with
generous and continuous sharing of
heart and resources…where forgive-
ness is the norm...where borders
are irrelevant, with an emphasis
on beauty, nature, and love...the
resurgence of creativity, art, and
aesthetics...fellowship with all
life... spiritual wisdom and experi-
ence...where we live and grow as
One Global Family, respecting and
honoring the interconnectedness of
all life.
VALUES
Spirituality, love, vision, community service, education,
integrity, financial health, caring, and compassion.
Touching and transforming 100 million lives.
United Centers for Spiritual Living sup-
ports positive global transformation
through personal transformation. At
United Centers for Spiritual Living, we
teach people how to have a life that
works.“The Science of Mind is the study
of Life and the nature of the laws of
thought; the conception that we live
in a spiritual Universe; that God is in,
through, around and for us.”
- Dr. Ernest Holmes
MISSION
Awakening through Spiritual Community
to be a bridge across the illness and
illusion of separation...to care about
the entire planetary family...to bring
the gift of active compassion and kind-
ness to the entire planetary family...to
convey a way of life based in spiritual
practices that builds spiritual commu-
nity globally...to further the experience
of a "universal spirituality" bridging all
peoples, cultures, nations and faiths.
BIG GOAL
 Unity is a positive, practical,
progressive approach to
Christianity based on the teachings
of Jesus and the power of prayer.
Unity honors the universal truths
in all religions and respects each
individual's right to choose a
spiritual path.

VISION
To be the world's premier
provider of spiritual resources
and the destination of choice
for personal transformation.

MISSION
Through prayer, publishing and
spiritual education, we empower
people to realize and express their
divine potential for healthy,
prosperous and meaningful lives.
 The Universal Foundation for Better Living (U.F.B.L.) is
an international association of New Thought Christian
churches, centers, and study groups dedicated to spread-
ing the abundant life teachings of Jesus the Christ.
Established by the Reverend Dr. Johnnie Colemon in 1974,
this not-for-profit foundation’s aim is to make the em-
powering principles of practical Christianity accessible to
all people. The New Thought teachings of the Universal
VISION Foundation for Better Living offer “Truth students” the
The Universal Foun- tools to study and interpret the Bible, apply its ancient
dation for Better wisdom to everyday life, and reconnect with the indwell-
ing presence and power of God.
Living aspires to be
an empowering agent that prepares and MISSION
supports leaders and their congregations The Mission of the Foundation
to do ministry effectively in the world. is to organize, coordinate and
encourage the establishment,
OBJECTIVES growth and development of its
To establish a global ministry with member member churches, centers and
churches or centers in major cities of the
study groups.
world; To provide initial and continuing
education for religious professionals work-
ing in the centers/churches and study-groups; To publish training materials,
ministry resources and other literature for sale to the general public; To
establish and maintain a system of examination, licensing and ordination,
and certification for religious professionals; To create and maintain an office
of field ministry to oversee the operations of member churches/centers and
study-groups; To establish ethical and operational standards for member
churches/centers and study groups, and provide instruction and consulta-
tion to aid in their compliance; To promote a sense of unity among member
churches/centers and study-groups, and to encourage continued growth.
 Hillside International Chapel and Truth Center,
Inc. is a healing ministry of the whole person:
Spirit, Mind, and Body. Our sole purpose is to
teach people - regardless of race, ethnic back-
ground, creed, color or gender - the practical
approach to Truth (Christianity) as taught by the
Master Teacher - Jesus the Christ.
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