Our spiritual founder, Earnest Holmes (1887-1960) was the founder of the Science of Mind philosophy and movement. His teachings are based on both Eastern and Western traditions and the empirical laws of science and metaphysics. Science of mind is a spiritual philosophy that people throughout the world have come to know as a positive, supportive, approach to life. These ancient truths have kept pace with and proven their relevancy in today's global village with its expanding technology and warp-speed changes. He has written many books, including “ The Science of Mind ”, founded the Science of Mind Magazine and introduced millions to these teachings through books like “ This Thing Called You ”, “ Creative Mind ”, “ Thoughts are Things ” and “ How to Change your Life ”.

Science of Mind provides a basic framework for living, and is immediately applicable to the daily routines of one's life. The principles are designed to speak directly to the needs of modern people.


Fundamental to Science of Mind is a concept that ancient intuition has revealed and modern science is confirming: The universe in which we live is essentially of a spiritual nature. In, through and behind it there is intelligence, purpose, law and order. It is from this tangible source that all things emanate. Some call this source God; others call it Life. Intelligence, Infinite Mind, Ultimate Reality. But because the universe is a unity, it can have but one Source. If we call it God, then we find that in the Mind of God there is first the idea of creation, and that God is manifest in Creation through the action of the Law of its own nature.
As a Philosophy, Science of Mind presents a proactive, down-to-earth way of thinking about the nature of the universe and humankind's relationship to it. It considers our place in the scheme of things and how we can live up to and express the potential within each of us. Such an increased understanding broadens our scope of activity and releases us from limitation and fear. As creations of God, reflecting God's nature, we discover our rightful positions as co-creators with God.
As a Religion, Science of Mind provides a practical framework for beliefs that have significance and value in every aspect of life. As a faith, it is free of bias and holds only to those truths which have been found to be universal. It presents a sound way of thinking instead of questionable concepts subject to doubt and futile speculation.
As a Science, Science of Mind presents specific and definite ideas which we can demonstrate for ourselves in our own lives and experiences. No formula is involved, but there are certain methods, techniques and procedures which, if properly used, can enable a person to discover and experience a better way of life. This procedure is called Spiritual Mind Treatment – the elevation of prayer out of a routine ritual to its highest and most effective point. Spiritual Mind Treatment brings together and uses basic religious ideas and the scientific knowledge of the mind-body relationships.
So we find that Science of Mind is intelligent to think about, satisfying to believe in, and practical to use. Regardless of race, religious affiliation, education or social status, one may find in it ways and means to a fuller, richer life.
Science of Mind presents a message of hope, help and inspiration. Its practice and use extend into every form of human experience: health, abundance, harmonious relationships, success, creative activity and all the other things that make for the good life becomes accessible. We no longer feel like helpless human beings tossed about by the currents of life; for we have learned that as Divine Beings we are masters of our destinies, and have proven to ourselves that it is done unto us as we believe.
Science of Mind presents to the world a fresh concept of religion through the organization of the United Church of Religious Science, with home offices in Los Angeles, California, and its many member churches. Universal in its appeal to all people, it seeks to follow the three fold pattern of preaching, teaching and healing. The preaching involves the presentation of great truths; the teaching concerns how to use them; and through their use, healing becomes evident and tangible by changes in human lives.

We teach our children that God is Life-the Life within each of them and in all Creation; that all are children of the one God-regardless of race, color or creed- and therefore all are brothers and sisters.

We teach that God is Love-that we love God because God loves us; we obey God's laws through Love-NOT fear.

We teach that sin is a mistake and when we make mistakes, we are punished by them-not by God.

We teach that God is spirit and present everywhere-that this Spirit is within us and speaks to us through our minds when we are willing to listen.

We teach that there are Spiritual Laws that must be obeyed-just as we obey man-made laws.

We teach that religion is something to be used every day-not just on our chosen day of worship whether it is Fridays, Saturdays or Sundays.

We teach that a person's spiritual practice can be used at home, at school and at play; that since God is within us, Heaven is also within us; that if we learn to live our lives in harmony with God's Laws, we live in Heaven-NOW.

We teach that God's Love heals our sickness and hurt--if we believe.

We teach that God is Truth and Beauty-Peace and harmony; that as we grow to be more like God, being better reflections of God, our lives will be filled with Health, Happiness and Success.

We teach that
"NOTHING IS TOO WONDERFUL TO HAPPEN; NOTHING IS TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE.
EVERYTHING IS POSSIBLE TO GOD THROUGH ME AND YOU."
after D. Quigley