 Shift happens © Created by Summerland Church of Light. Dear Friends, Here is the latest information about our church and its beloved community. This information is being furnished as there was a suggestion for a note to be sent to advise congregants about our upcoming worship services and events. Hope that this is helpful to you. If you would like to receive our weekly Summerland Church Meetings newsletter by email please add your name to the list here: https://www.summerlandchurchoflight.org/our-church-services.html#emaillist ------------------------------------- Wednesday August 5 Zoom MEDITATION & BLESSINGS @ 7:00 PM With Debbie L.  Come join Debbie as she guides you through a peaceful, deep meditation. Her words and the background music will take your troubles away. • Debbie's weekly meditation is offered every Wednesday evening unless otherwise specified. For each meditation email her for the Zoom link. Love donations accepted here. Image from Magnific com (formerly Freepik). ------------------------------------- Thursday August 6 Zoom MEDIUMSHIP DEVELOPMENT Meetup @ 7:30 PM Directed by Rev. Frank Kotowski.  Life is Ephemeral Hi, everyone. For our Mediumship Class on Thursday, August 6, at 7:30 pm on Zoom, we will be working with the idea that life is ephemeral: many of our life experiences are delicate and non-repeatable but also precious. What do our loved ones in Spirit have to say about this? • Please email Frank by 2 pm on Thursday or sooner for the Zoom link and to let him know you are coming: [email protected] • The cost for this class is $12.00. If this amount is not within your budget, please email Frank. If you are less than 18 years of age, you must send approval from a parent or guardian in writing the morning of this class. Please pay on our website at this link before the start of class: https://www.summerlandchurchoflight.org/payments--donations.html#MedDevGroup This group is for anyone interested in the world of Spirit and is open to both SCOL members and non members. Weekly we will lead attendees in a Meditation, followed by group exercises, enabling a better understanding of the world of Spirit. Photo by Stainless Images on Unsplash. ------------------------------------- Saturday August 8 Zoom SERVICE @ 12:00 PM noon NOTE OPENING TIME—12:00 PM: ROOM OPEN FOR VERBAL CHAT AMONG PARTICIPANTS, ALL UNMUTED. 12:15 PM: START OF SERVICE, ALL ARE MUTED. Please be on time, thanks! Presider: Camille Johnson Meditation: Camille Johnson Spiritual Address: Suzanne Garrison-Terry Spirit Messages: Rev. Frank Kotowski and others • For the Zoom link please email our church in advance (by 11 AM Saturday morning). After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. after service Discovery Circle on the Egyptian Book of the Dead 2:00-3:00 PM Zoom Directed by Suzanne Garrison-Terry See poster below for details. Suzanne will discuss: - The history and forms of the Book - An understanding of the Egyptian concept of Death and the Afterlife - A review of the key chapters of the Book Further study Join us using the same Zoom link as morning service, or if you are attending the Discovery Circle separately please email our church in advance for the Zoom link: [email protected] Donations are $10./person payable using the Discovery Circle PayPal buttons on our website: https://www.summerlandchurchoflight.org/payments--donations.html#DiscoveryCircle Thank you for your support!  We are asking for donations at this time during our online and hybrid church services to support our work and to allow us to continue through these troubling times. We are meeting less often in person so we have less opportunity to collect donations in person to help us with ongoing operating expenses that need to be paid: partial rent, full insurance, Zoom fees, payment to the national organization, to name a few. Thank you for your generosity, many blessings. https://www.summerlandchurchoflight.org/payments--donations.html#ServiceDonation Scroll to Church Service offering'. ------------------------------------- Saturday August 8 Lion's Gate Portal peak  Every year, the 8:8 Lion’s Gate Portal arrives as one of the most spiritually significant energetic gateways on the calendar. On August 8, 2026, this powerful alignment reaches its peak as the radiant Sun in Leo aligns with Sirius, often called our “Spiritual Sun.” Many believe this annual portal amplifies intuition, inspiration, abundance, and soul-level transformation, making it one of the most powerful times of the year to manifest new beginnings and reconnect with your life’s purpose. This isn’t simply a manifestation portal. It’s an invitation to become the version of yourself capable of receiving everything you’ve been asking for. The energy flowing through this Lion’s Gate rewards authenticity, courage, gratitude, and conscious intention. The more aligned your thoughts, emotions, and actions become, the easier it is to attract opportunities that genuinely reflect your highest good. If you want to fully embrace the incredible energy of the 2026 Lion’s Gate Portal, here are the biggest DOS and DON’TS to guide your journey. (Continued at end of newsletter.) Image from Magnific com (formerly Freepik). ------------------------------------- Sunday August 9 Zoom Animal Communication and Healing Course Sandi and Mike Mayes, friends of Summerland Church of Light, are offering this incredible course on Animal Communication and Healing starting on Sunday, August 9, on Zoom. This is not a church fundraiser but you should definitely should check it out! See poster below for details. If you are interested in attending please email us: [email protected]  ------------------------------------- NEXT WEDNESDAY Wednesday August 12 Zoom (moved ahead one day from Tues. Aug. 11 for today only,) MEDITATION & MESSAGES @ 7:00 PM Directed by Rev. Frank Kotowski A 20-30 minute meditation will be followed by 45 minutes of spirit messages. All guests can give messages, as in a Message Circle, under the guidance of Frank. People of all faiths and philosophies are welcome. See poster for details. • Please email Frank by 2 pm on Tuesday or sooner for the Zoom link and to let him know you are coming: [email protected] The cost is $10 per person. Payable using the Meditation & Messages PayPal donation button on our website: https://www.summerlandchurchoflight.org/payments--donations.html#Meditation&Messages  ------------------------------------- HEADS-UP Wednesday August 12 Total Solar Eclipse in Leo + New Moon in Leo + Perseid meteor shower peak  A total solar eclipse in Leo and a New Moon in Leo will both occur on August 12, 2026, at 1:47 PM EST. This event marks a significant celestial moment, as it is the first solar eclipse in Leo since 2019. This total solar eclipse is part of the ongoing Aquarius-Leo eclipse series, which began earlier in 2026. It emphasizes themes of self-expression, leadership, and creativity. The eclipse encourages individuals to reflect on their personal identities and how they express themselves in various aspects of life, including relationships and creative pursuits. A New Moon in Leo signifies new beginnings and fresh starts, particularly in areas related to self-expression, creativity, and personal desires. It encourages individuals to embrace their authentic selves, take risks, and pursue their deepest aspirations over the following weeks and months. More to read here: https://cafeastrology.com/events/new-moon-solar-eclipse-on-august-12-2026/ Also, you may like to see this informative astronomy video The Biggest Skygazing Day of the Century Is Almost Here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fXc1-qvzpSo Take advantage of these darker skies as a New Moon will not fall on August 12 again until 2045! Image created by Summerland Church of Light using seaartaiorg. ------------------------------------ Looking Ahead ------------------------------------- Zoom MEDITATION & BLESSINGS every Wednesday at 7:00 PM Zoom MEDIUMSHIP DEVELOPMENT every Thursday at 7:30 PM In-Person MEDIUMSHIP DEVELOPMENT on select Tuesdays 7:30 PM ------------------------------------- NEXT WEDNESDAY Wednesday August 12 Zoom (moved ahead one day from Tues. Aug. 11 for today only,) MEDITATION & MESSAGES @ 7:00 PM ------------------------------------- NEXT SATURDAY Saturday August 15 Hybrid SERVICE at UUFSB @ 10:30 AM ------------------------------------- Tuesday August 18 In-Person MEDIUMSHIP DEVELOPMENT at UUFSB @ 7:30 PM ------------------------------------- Wednesday August 19 Zoom "AWARENESS, INTUITION, and MEDIUMSHIP" @ 7:30 PM ------------------------------------- Saturday August 22 Zoom SERVICE @ 12:00 PM noon After service on Saturday, August 22 Summerland Church of Light presents a new mini-workshop: "Chakra Play" @ 1:45-3:15 PM Zoom Directed by Catherine Morgan See poster below for details,. Offering is $25./person. Pay in advance using the Chakra Play PayPal button on our website: https://www.summerlandchurchoflight.org/payments--donations.html#ChakraPlay Or send a check to SCOL, P.O. Box 1297, Bay Shore, NY 11706 Zoom link: Once payment is received, a Zoom link will be sent to you.  ------------------------------------- Saturday August 29 Zoom SERVICE @ 12:00 PM noon ------------------------------------- Saturday September 5 Hybrid SERVICE at UUFSB @ 10:30 AM ------------------------------------- Saturday September 12 Zoom SERVICE @ 12:00 PM noon ------------------------------------- On a Sunday coming soon In-Person Outing at Bayard Cutting Arboretum 10:00 AM- 3:00 PM Date to be discussed, details will follow. ------------------------------------- Other things, still in the works: We'd like to have an outdoor service at UUFSB, more details to follow. Also, we plan to have another outing at Bayard Cutting Arboretum in Oakdale. ------------------------------------- SCOL Bulletin Board ------------------------------------- See what Tess Tetrault, Treasure Coast Medium, has to offer. Go to www.treasurecoastmedium.com ------------------------------------- SCOL NEWS ------------------------------------- In-Person MEDIUMSHIP CLASS will meet on select Tuesday nights at UUFSB. Dates will be announced. The Rev. Frank Kotowski is directing this mediumship class at UUFSB in East Setauket from 7:30-9:30 PM. This class is open to everyone, but it would help if you had some experience in intuitive and mediumistic work. The cost is $12.00 pr class. If you are interested in attending in-person classes please email us: [email protected] ------------------------------------- Summerland Spiritual Gift Certificates!! Give someone special a truly unique gift, a Summerland Gift Certificate! It could be for a personal Mediumship Reading, a Card Divination Reading, or Healing session with one of our gifted healers or readers during our fundraising events! Or a Gift Certificate to one of our other Events, or to attend Mediumship Classes, or even payment of a SCOL Membership or Associate Membership fee! Visit link for details: https://www.summerlandchurchoflight.org/payments--donations.html#GiftCertificate ------------------------------------- We are excited to announce that we now have a YouTube channel for our church. It has a collection of Spiritual Addresses and Guided Meditations. The url is: https://www.youtube.com/@SpiritsHome Please subscribe to it and “like” our channel so we get more traffic.. Thanks so much!!  ------------------------------------ "AWARENESS, INTUITION, and MEDIUMSHIP class meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 7:30-9:30 PM on Zoom. This class is designed to help people on their early stage of psychic and mediumistic development but will also help others with more experience and knowledge. I invite you to learn at your own pace and level of enthusiasm." Rev. Frank Kotowski. The cost is $12.00 per class. ------------------------------------- "MEDITATION and MESSAGES" meets on the second Tuesday of each month, from 7:00 to 8:15 pm on Zoom. A 20-30 minute meditation will be followed by 45 minutes of spirit messages. All guests can give messages, as in a Message Circle, under the guidance of Rev. Frank. If there is time at the end of each class, there will be a discussion on topics related to Spiritualism and Spirituality. People of all faiths and philosophies are welcome. The cost is $10 per person. See poster here: www.summerlandchurchoflight.org/our-church-services.html#SummerlandEvents ------------------------------------- Hybrid SCOL SERVICES: Our church currently has two hybrid services a month (services that are in-person at UUFSB and also live-streamed on Zoom) . They are usually on the first and third Saturdays of the month, but this may not always be the case. If anything changes concerning our in-person services, we will let you know. We are looking for more people to serve at our hybrid services. If you have an interest in offering a Spiritual Address, offering a guided Meditation, or being a Greeter, please let us know in an email. Please email our church with your reply or for any questions you may have: [email protected] ---------------------------------------- Spiritual Healing Requests ---------------------------------------- Spirit healings result from law-governed forces being put into operation following the sending forth of a thought directive (prayer). Spirit guides and doctors will diagnose the trouble and its cause, attention being directed to overcoming the cause, and then removing the symptoms. Please set time aside each day to send healing thoughts for each of those listed below, that they may receive from Spirit that which is for their highest and best needs. Your healing prayers are needed and benefit others in ways we may never know. Ebony and family Danielle S. Dolores M Loralei S Theresa F. and family Mary C. Linda and Larry B. Stephanie B. and family Ron G. Mary C. Eileen W. Lindy C. Fran D. Brad H. Bill B. Alexandria K. Helena R. Amy V. and Lucy V. Fernwood M. Jane R. John C. Eileen T. Valerie M. Frank K. Yolanda S. and Quasin E. Camille J. and Chrissy and family Roberta and Steve P. Robert O. Connie R. Lorelei G. Wayne L. Savvas Y. Jeanette H. Lionel O. Joann M. Jane R. and sister Eileen (transitioned) Noah B.J. (newborn) Beverly K. and Maggie K. Ukraine – United States - The Middle East  -Prayers for all those who have experienced violence and abuse. Prayers for areas affected by recent natural disasters around the globe. Prayers for all those who are affected by recent and on-going wars. ------------------------------------- Prayer for the Middle East Creator, you are our Provider and Healer. We pray that Your timely help and support reach all who are in need. There is so much sorrow, pain, and conflict across the Middle East. We pray for leaders throughout the region and ask You to turn their minds and hearts toward peace. Online prayer modified by Valerie. To request that a name or situation be placed on this healing list, please send a note to: [email protected] -------------------------------------  Our Summerland Church of Light Board would like to express our gratitude for ongoing donations. Whatever is given enables us to continue meeting to enjoy the comfort, love, and support of our Summerland family. Thank you for your generosity, many blessings. ------------------------------------- Continued from above. Saturday August 8 Lion's Gate Portal peak The energy flowing through this Lion’s Gate rewards authenticity, courage, gratitude, and conscious intention. The more aligned your thoughts, emotions, and actions become, the easier it is to attract opportunities that genuinely reflect your highest good. If you want to fully embrace the incredible energy of the 2026 Lion’s Gate Portal, here are the biggest DOS and DON’TS to guide your journey. DO: Become Crystal Clear About What You Truly Want Manifestation begins with clarity. DO: Raise Your Frequency Through Gratitude Gratitude remains one of the most powerful ways to align yourself with abundance. DO: Welcome Inspired Opportunities Instead of Forcing Outcomes One of the greatest gifts of this year’s Lion’s Gate Portal comes through Jupiter’s harmonious relationship with Uranus. Sometimes the Universe answers your intentions in ways your current perspective couldn’t possibly imagine. Your next breakthrough may not arrive according to your plan. It may arrive according to a much better one. DO: Align Your Actions With Your Manifestations Manifestation is far more than wishful thinking. The Lion’s Gate Portal isn’t simply about asking the Universe for miracles—it’s about becoming someone who is ready to receive them. DO: Trust Your Intuition More Than Your Fear One of the most beautiful gifts of the 2026 Lion’s Gate Portal is the extraordinary spiritual support surrounding it. The flowing connections between Jupiter, Neptune, Uranus, and Saturn, combined with the rare Kite Pattern, create an atmosphere where intuition becomes unusually clear and synchronicities become impossible to ignore. The Biggest DON’TS During the 8:8 Lion’s Gate Portal: DON’T: Keep Repeating the Same Old Story One of the biggest mistakes people make during manifestation season is expecting a different future while constantly replaying the same past. DON’T: Let Fear Make Your Decisions Fear has an incredible way of disguising itself as logic. It tells you to wait. To stay comfortable. To play it safe. To avoid taking risks. But under this Lion’s Gate Portal, those instincts deserve to be questioned. Let excitement become louder than hesitation. DON’T: Ignore the Signs the Universe Is Sending During powerful spiritual gateways, synchronicities often become impossible to ignore. Perhaps you keep seeing repeating numbers. Perhaps the same message appears in different conversations. Perhaps a certain idea refuses to leave your mind. These moments aren’t meant to create fear. They’re invitations to become more aware. DON’T: Compare Your Journey to Someone Else’s One of the fastest ways to block your own manifestations is by measuring your progress against someone else’s timeline. DON’T: Doubt That You’re Worthy of Receiving Abundance Perhaps the greatest obstacle to manifestation isn’t a lack of opportunity. It’s a lack of belief. Final Thoughts: Walk Through the Portal with an Open Heart As the Lion’s Gate Portal reaches its peak, remember this simple truth: The life you’re manifesting isn’t created in one magical moment. It’s created every time you choose hope over fear…Faith over doubt…Growth over comfort…And your highest self over your old limitations. Walk through this portal with gratitude in your heart, courage in your spirit, and complete trust that the Universe is already working behind the scenes in ways you cannot yet see. Your next chapter isn’t waiting for permission. It’s waiting for you. https://consciousreminder.com/2026/08/01/biggest-dos-donts-for-maximizing-the-vibes-of-the-powerful-88-lions-gate-portal/ ------------------------------------- In peace and harmony, Valerie Miller SCOL Secretary Comments are closed.
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