The Center of Peace, Center for Spiritual Living

40-Day Experience - Spring 2026
2026-02-23 - 2026-04-03 | VIRTUAL, PA, United States
Whether this is your very first time or you’ve journeyed with us before, you are invited to step into a sacred rhythm of daily spiritual practice. For 40 days, we come together—each in our own space, yet united in intention—to awaken to the Peace that already lives within us.
Through prayer, quiet contemplation, meditation, reflective journaling, and sharing, we create space for clarity, calm, and inner expansion. This simple, consistent practice opens us to new possibilities, deeper awareness, and a lived experience of Peace Now.
The Center of Peace is within, and the door to Peace is always open. We are delighted to walk this path with you.
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When/Where: Daily on Zoom at 7:00 am -OR- 6:00 pm, beginning February 23 through April 3 (6 weeks)
Facilitator(s): Rev. Twana Malone and Helen Moore, RScP, Tricia Graddy RScP, Zulma Gonzalez RScP, Patricia Watson, RScP, Emerita.
Investment: $40. This can be paid in $1 daily, $10 per every 10 days, or $40 for the entire program. An initial investment of $1.00 is required to register. NOTE: When making your payment, please specify that the money is for the “40-Day Meditation, Know Peace, Know Justice”

Required Reading: None.
Prerequisite: None.
REGISTER BY: February 22, 2026
YOUR PATH BEGINS HERE!

Winter Coat Drive 2026
2026-02-22 12:30 - 13:30, 2026-02-15 12:30 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | TCP Home – Greene Street, 5712-14 Greene Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19144, United States
The Social Justice Care Circle is now collecting warm outerwear for male and female inmates to wear when released from the Montgomery County Correctional Facility in Eagleville, PA. If they entered the prison wearing a T-shirt and shorts, that is how they will be dressed when they are released. What they wear in, they wear out upon release.
Please join us in our effort to provide warm outerwear for them when they are released.
Male and female new, clean, and slightly worn winter coats, jackets, and sweaters.
Please place your item in a large plastic bag or shopping bag.
Bring it to The Center of Peace (TCP) on one of the following Sundays only:

Sunday, February 15
Sunday, February 22
Sunday, March 1

Donations will be delivered to the Montgomery County Correctional Facility in Eagleville, PA by the Social Justice Care Circle. If you have any questions regarding this winter coat drive, contact:
Sousan Robinson — Email: krisou000@gmail.com Ph#: 267-228-7934
Thank you for your support, participation, and prayers.

Sunday Celebration Services (February 2026)
2026-02-22 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-02-15 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-02-08 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-02-01 11:00 - 12:30 | TCP Home – Greene Street, 5712-14 Greene Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19144, United States
Sunday Celebration Services – LIVE

Join us to experience our dynamic Sunday Celebration Services (and bring your entire family!)
as we celebrate the Divinity Within.
We are located at:
5712-14 Greene Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144
(near Greene & Chelten Sts.)

The location is wheelchair accessible and there’s plenty of space for everyone to enjoy themselves.

There will be lots of love, hugs, and available parking. Oh, did we mention hugs??

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UNABLE TO ATTEND IN-PERSON?

Watch us live on our Facebook page or YouTube channel:

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Membership Ceremony (Winter 2026)
2026-02-22 10:30 - 13:00 | TCP Home – Greene Street, 5712-14 Greene Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19144, United States
The New Member Ceremony is held during the next Sunday service, February 22, 2026, to welcome new members and honor the gifts they bring to The Center of Peace. NOTE: New members should arrive at the TCP by 10:30am on the day of the ceremony.
For more information, please contact Patricia Graddy at 919-741-7545 or Deborah Ford at or 267-240-0549 or email them at membership@thecenterofpeace.org.

A Course In Miracles Study Group
2026-02-19 19:30 - 20:30, 2026-02-12 19:30 - 20:30, 2026-02-05 19:30 - 20:30, 2026-01-29 19:30 - 20:30, 2026-01-22 19:30 - 20:30, 2026-01-15 19:30 - 20:30 | VIRTUAL, PA, United States
Facilitators: Zulma González, RScP and Cynthia Banks, RScP

CLICK TO JOIN THE STUDY GROUP
Meeting ID: 215 805 2506
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Membership Orientation (Winter 2026)
2026-02-19 18:30 - 20:00 | VIRTUAL, PA, United States
The Center of Peace (TCP) welcomes and honors congregants desiring to join us as new members. A necessary orientation on New Thought, Science of Mind, and the history of TCP will be held online on February 19, 2026 at 6:30-8pm.
The New Member Ceremony is held during the next Sunday service, February 22, 2026, to welcome new members and honor the gifts they bring to The Center of Peace. NOTE: New members should arrive at the TCP by 10:30am on the day of the ceremony.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: February 18, 2026

REGISTER HERE

For more information, please contact Patricia Graddy at 919-741-7545 or Deborah Ford at or 267-240-0549 or email them at membership@thecenterofpeace.org.

Virtual Meditation with Calista
2026-02-18 20:00 - 21:00, 2026-02-11 20:00 - 21:00, 2026-02-04 20:00 - 21:00, 2026-01-28 20:00 - 21:00, 2026-01-21 20:00 - 21:00 | VIRTUAL, PA, United States
Take this mid-week breather and join us in Calista’s Virtual Meditation every Wednesday evening.
Join Calista every Wednesday evening at 8pm on Microsoft Teams for a virtual meditation. Connect with your inner wisdom and bring forth that sense of clarity and stillness. Learning to dance with your thoughts versus fighting the impulses.

Make a promise to yourself this week…try a 30-minute meditation and learn to observe your thinking.
Allow yourself to unwind and enter into more clarity.
Focus on your breath and learn to feel the rhythm of your body.

Join Now

If you already have Microsoft Teams on your computer or mobile device: Click here to join the meeting
If you do not have Microsoft Teams downloaded onto your computer or mobile device: Join on the web, then enter the Meeting ID and Passcode below.
Meeting ID: 299 382 379 670 | Passcode: [REDACTED]
Download Teams | Learn More | Meeting options

TCP Visioning 2026
2026-02-18 19:00 - 19:30, 2026-01-21 19:00 - 19:30 | PA

Step Afrika! Evolution Tour 2026
2026-02-07 19:00 | Miller Theater, 250 S. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19102, United States
“Beyond the Four Walls” series
An opportunity for us to come together in fellowship, spiritual practice, and fun!
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Step Afrika! blends percussive dance styles practiced by historically African-American fraternities and sororities; traditional African dances; and an array of contemporary dance and art forms into a cohesive, compelling artistic experience. Performances are much more than dance shows; they integrate songs, storytelling, humor, and audience participation. The blend of technique, agility, and pure energy makes each performance unique and leaves the audience with their hearts pounding!
The world’s leading authority on the art form of stepping, Step Afrika! is critically-acclaimed for its efforts to promote an understanding of the appreciation for stepping and the dance tradition’s use as an educational tool for young people worldwide. In stepping, the body is used as an instrument to create intricate rhythms and sounds through a combination of footsteps, claps, and spoken word. Step Afrika! has taken this art to new heights, using intricate footwork, synchronized movements, and percussion to create a mesmerizing spectacle.
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WHEN:
Friday, February 7, 2025 at 7pm EST

LOCATION:
Miller Theater
250 South Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19102

PARKING:
Click HERE for DIRECTIONS and PARKING

TICKET INFO:
Tickets will be given out on January 25 and February 1, after Sunday Service

SALES:
Ticket sales begin on Monday, December 1, 2025.

PRICE:
$40 per person; all tickets are non-refundable.

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Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
The full amount is expected at the time of purchase.
Tickets will be available for disbursement two to three (2-3) weeks prior to the event. See above for dates.
Announcements will be made in advance.

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Accepted methods of payment:
• CASH (exact change please)
• Personal check – NOTE: Please make checks out to: “The Center of Peace” or “TCP”, write “Cirque Dream Holidaze” in the memo.
• Breeze – NOTE: Select “Beyond The Four Walls” or “BTFW”. Write the event name, “Cirque Dream Holidaze” in the comment. All fees are the responsibility of the ticket purchaser/congregant.

PURCHASE TICKETS NOW!

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TICKET DONATIONS AND DISCOUNTS:
Our goal is to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to experience the Arts and Theater within their spiritual community. To achieve this, we need your support.
We are offering members and congregants the chance to purchase additional tickets to donate or to make financial contributions that will help reduce ticket prices for those interested in attending but unable to afford the full price.
Members and congregants will also have the opportunity to receive donated or discounted tickets, which will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. Interested individuals are encouraged to email TCP’s general email address at info@thecenterofpeace.org to be placed on the list.
Potential recipients will be notified via email once ticket sales have concluded. If, for any reason, you are unable to attend, we kindly ask that you inform us as soon as possible so we can offer the ticket(s) to someone else.

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FAQs

What date is the event?
Friday, February 7, 2026

What time does the event begin?
It begins promptly at 7 pm

How much are the tickets?
Tickets are $40 each.

What forms of payment are accepted?
Cash (exact change)
Personal Check
Breeze

What if Ayenda is not available to accept payment before/after the Sunday Celebration Service?
Calista Dorsey, RScP will be available to accept cash payments. Please bring exact change.

What forms of payment are NOT accepted?
Cash app, Zelle, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Venmo

Where is the Miller Theater (formerly Merriam Theater) located?
The Miller Theater is located at 250 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102, near the southwest corner of Broad & Locust Sts. It is also located next door to the Academy of Music.

Can I make partial payments for the tickets or place them on hold?
Based on the high demand for this theater production, tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Is there parking available?
In addition to on-the-street parking, there are many parking garages in the surrounding area to choose from. Please click the link above to learn more.

What if I am unable to attend the event?
Tickets are non-refundable. It will be the responsibility of the ticket purchaser to resell the tickets.

When can I get my tickets?
Tickets will be available for distribution on January 25 and February 1, 2025.

What if I lose my ticket(s)?
Please contact Ayenda Lambert at marketing@thecenterofpeace.org or call/text at (267) 255-5339 so, she can request a copy(ies). It/They will be left at Will Call in the ticket purchaser’s name.

What if I am unavailable to receive my tickets on the day of disbursement?
Tickets that were not collected will be left at Will Call in the name of the person who purchased the ticket(s).

Can I request specific seating (e.g., aisle seating, front row, etc.)?
You are welcome to inquire about specific seating. However, we cannot guarantee it.
Tickets are sold on a first-come, first-served basis and based on keeping the number of people in their party seated together. Meaning, if someone orders three tickets, the priority is to keep the party of three together.

Can I purchase additional tickets later?
If there are available tickets to be sold, yes. However, there is no guarantee that seating will be together.

Where are the seats located?
TCP has reserved full-view seating in the Center Front Balcony section.

Are there any wheelchair-accessible seats available?
There are no wheelchair-accessible seats available in the sections that TCP has reserved.
Please contact Ayenda Lambert at (267) 255-5339 if you are interested in attending and require wheelchair access.

CONTACT:
Please contact Ayenda Lambert at marketing@thecenterofpeace.org or call/text at (267) 255-5339 if you have any questions.

PLEASE NOTE:
Please make all inquiries by end of day on February 6, 2026. Calls will not be accepted; emails will not be checked on the day of the performance.

Spiritual Living Circle Study Group
2026-01-28 19:00 - 20:30 | VIRTUAL, PA, United States
JOIN SLC NOW

Meeting ID: 215 805 2506
Passcode: [REDACTED]

WINTER 2026 - Consciousness - The Mystical Path
2026-01-26 18:30 - 21:00 | VIRTUAL, PA, United States
The Mystical Path offers the student a journey into Oneness. This course provides an opportunity to study the perspective of a mystic to expand our awareness of the Divine Presence in life.
Students will identify the common, timeless truths of mystics, and how these truths relate to the principles, practices, and teachings of the Science of Mind. They will explore their own beliefs and experiences with the intention to discover their own mystical perspective. Students will be invited into a greater understanding of the growth of consciousness and learn how the principle of Oneness has a direct impact on the life they live.
Lastly, they will present an end-of-course creative project to signify the embodiment of learning that took place during the course.
The Mystical Path includes seven (7) modules:

Module One: Choosing a Mystical Path

Module Two: The Consciousness of a Mystic

Module Three: The Nature of Suffering

Module Four: The Mystery of Life

Module Five: The Wholeness of Life

Module Six: Mystical Living

Module Seven: One Expanding Love

When: Mondays from 6:30-9pm, beginning Jan 26 through March 9, 2026 (7 wks)
Facilitators: Helen Moore, RScP, Susan Saunders, RScP
Investment: $240
Required Textbooks:

The Game of Life (Science of Mind Archives: Scovel Shinn, Florence)
The Game of Life by Florence Scovel Shinn | Science of Mind Archives Shop
The Impact of Awakening (3rd Edition: Excerpts from the Teachings of Adyashanti), Open Gate Sangha; 3rd Edition (September 20, 2013), ISBN13: 978-1937195250 or Amazon Kindle version

Registration Deadline: January 19, 2026
REGISTER NOW

Questions: Please email the Education Care Circle at education@thecenterofpeace.org or contact 215-385-0313
PLEASE NOTE: You must pay the registration fee prior to the class start date. If tuition is not paid in full you cannot take any additional courses

Sunday Celebration Services (January 2026)
2026-01-25 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-01-18 11:00 - 12:30 | TCP Home – Greene Street, 5712-14 Greene Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19144, United States

Stress, Environment, Spirituality, and Health Workshop 2026
2026-01-24 13:00 - 16:30 | TCP Home – Greene Street, 5712-14 Greene Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19144, United States
Workshop description:
Part 1: What stress is, and how it works.
Part 2: How stress and environmental pollution affect your health.
Part 3: Why enriching your spirituality may be the best thing you can do for your health.
Facilitator: Jane Ellen Clougherty, MSc ScD, RScP
Dr. Clougherty is a Licensed Professional Practitioner of Science of Mind, and a tenured Professor of Environmental and Occupational Health at Drexel University Dornsife School of Public Health. Her research is in environmental and climate justice, with an emphasis on how chronic stress affects susceptibility to environmental pollution.
REGISTER HERE

WINTER 2026 - Consciousness: The Mental Equivalents
2026-01-21 18:30 - 21:00 | VIRTUAL, PA, United States
Leap into a state of true potential by activating the powerful Law of Mental Equivalents. For every formed thing in the Universe there is a corresponding mental image. Discover how to measure and expand thinking to create a larger mental image so your greatest desires may be demonstrated.
Mental Equivalents includes five (5) modules:

Module One: Current and Desired States of Mental Equivalents
Module Two: More and Less in Life
Module Three: Willingness and Obstacles
Module Four: Tools You Can Use
Module Five: The Plan Required

When: Wednesdays at 6:30pm-9pm, beginning January 21 through February 18, 2026 (5 wks)
Facilitators: Marilyn Watkins, RScP and Deborah Ford, RScP, Emerita
Investment: $240
Required Reading: The Mental Equivalent, Peak Publications, Fox, Emmet, ISBN-10: 1891396706 or ISBN-13: 978-1891396700
Registration Deadline: January 14, 2026

REGISTER HERE

Questions: Please email the Education Care Circle at education@thecenterofpeace.org or contact 215-385-0313.
PLEASE NOTE: You must pay the registration fee prior to the class start date. Credit for this course is not issued until tuition has been paid in full. If tuition is not paid in full you cannot take any additional courses.

WINTER 2026 - Foundations of Science of Mind
2026-01-21 18:30 - 20:30 | VIRTUAL, PA, United States
***This class is the prerequisite to all other certificated online classes.***
This is the essential class in the study of The Science of Mind. You will be introduced to the basics of The Science of Mind, Meditation, Spiritual Mind Treatment, Visioning and other Universal Spiritual Principles and Practices.
Each week will consist of the exploration of spiritual principles and spiritual practices that support those principles. You will learn to use the creative process as well as powerful and practical tools to “change your thinking, change your life” and you’ll experience this adventure with like-minded people from all over the world.
In addition to reading and writing exercises each week, there are guided meditations and exercises to assist you in applying, embracing, and incorporating Science of Mind Principles in your own life.

When: Wednesdays at 6:30-8:30pm, beginning January 21 through March 25 (10 weeks)
Facilitator(s): Rev. Twana Malone
Investment: $240
Required Reading:

“The Science of Mind” by Ernest Holmes; there are multiple editions of the Science of Mind. It is recommended that students purchase the edition by Tarcher-Putnam. Other editions may have different content and/or page numbering. The ISBN 978-0874779219 (Amazon.com $14.99)
“It Is About You: Living Fully, Living Free Through the Creative Power of your Thought” by Kathy Juline (Amazon.com $6.03)

NOTE: This class requires a half-day workshop on Spiritual Mind Treatment. The date will be determined once the class begins.
Prerequisite: None.
REGISTRATION DEALINE: January 14, 2026.
REGISTER HERE

Questions: Please email the Education Care Circle at education@thecenterofpeace.org or contact 215-385-0313.
Please note: You must pay the registration fee prior to the class start date. If tuition is not paid in full you cannot take any additional courses.
