Dear Beloved Friend,
On January 21, 2011, God will bless me with my 85th birthday.
Since I have been studying meditation, one of the Truths I have learned is that, without God, life is like a school without a teacher; it is like a wire without current passing through it; it is like a body without a soul.
God is in us, around us, and beyond us. Just as the air is imperceptible in the absence of breezes, so God too can be known only by His manifestations: man and beast, plant and bird, the magnificent creation He has brought into being all around us.
It is such a good feeling to take time to meditate on these Truths, and then try to live them every day of my life. I don't waste time speculating what might happen in this New Year, my 85th year. If I obey these teachings, God will cause everything to work absolutely right.
Once you develop Love, there can be no room for evil qualities like anger or jealousy.
Please pray for me for another year of service in God's behalf. I will continue to offer my prayers for you in my meditations and in my sadhana.
Let us all pray for the peace and prosperity of the entire world. Peace can be attained only through practice of these Truths.
Remember God Loves You. And I Do Too,
Reverend Eugene S. Callender
Thought for the Week
"Every day is new. Every hour, minute and second is new. Let's make a commitment to celebrate every joy that God provides for us."
Thursday, January 13, 2011
Thursday, October 21, 2010
My Last Sermon
Dear Beloved Friends,
This is to inform you that on Sunday, October 31st, I will preach my last sermon as the temporary pulpit supply at the Church of the Master, the Presbyterian Church that I pastored and served for over 50 years. It’s difficult to think of all the things that have gone through my mind during the last few months.
Some of you know that from April 5th-July 18th, 2010 I was in the hospital recuperating from a major operation in my hip and a disturbing upset in my stomach. I returned to Church of the Master in August and it’s been a pleasure to be in the pulpit. It’s been a wonderful opportunity not only to be God’s servant in the pulpit, but also helping young and old work through personal struggles with the power of the Spirit. God’s spirit has moved from heart to heart and from breast to breast.
It’s been a pleasure growing and loving each one of you and helping you get closer to one another in understanding and mutual appreciation.
These four months have been very helpful in my own spiritual development. At one time the doctors told me that they were concerned about my being because my liver was seriously affected by this illness. I remember many dreams and visions. It was a tremendous experience because I became much more aware of God’s presence and leadership in my life. I learned, I changed, and I grew.
Now it’s time in my public service and church service to officially retire. I’ll always feel a part of the congregation and all of the lives of all my friends and partners in my church family, my Siddha Yoga family, and everyone else who has supported me over the years.
I know now that everything in life is temporary and not the way its always going to be. I thank God for I realize God is a river of peace that flows through me. I thank God that life is good, no matter what is going on.
Today I realize and share with you the miracle of life that I am. And I choose to live my live as that diving expression—fully, freely, and fantastically.
With love, promise, and prayerful concern, from your pastor, friend, and ally in the struggle for Social Justice,
Reverend Dr. Eugene S. Callender
This is to inform you that on Sunday, October 31st, I will preach my last sermon as the temporary pulpit supply at the Church of the Master, the Presbyterian Church that I pastored and served for over 50 years. It’s difficult to think of all the things that have gone through my mind during the last few months.
Some of you know that from April 5th-July 18th, 2010 I was in the hospital recuperating from a major operation in my hip and a disturbing upset in my stomach. I returned to Church of the Master in August and it’s been a pleasure to be in the pulpit. It’s been a wonderful opportunity not only to be God’s servant in the pulpit, but also helping young and old work through personal struggles with the power of the Spirit. God’s spirit has moved from heart to heart and from breast to breast.
It’s been a pleasure growing and loving each one of you and helping you get closer to one another in understanding and mutual appreciation.
These four months have been very helpful in my own spiritual development. At one time the doctors told me that they were concerned about my being because my liver was seriously affected by this illness. I remember many dreams and visions. It was a tremendous experience because I became much more aware of God’s presence and leadership in my life. I learned, I changed, and I grew.
Now it’s time in my public service and church service to officially retire. I’ll always feel a part of the congregation and all of the lives of all my friends and partners in my church family, my Siddha Yoga family, and everyone else who has supported me over the years.
I know now that everything in life is temporary and not the way its always going to be. I thank God for I realize God is a river of peace that flows through me. I thank God that life is good, no matter what is going on.
Today I realize and share with you the miracle of life that I am. And I choose to live my live as that diving expression—fully, freely, and fantastically.
With love, promise, and prayerful concern, from your pastor, friend, and ally in the struggle for Social Justice,
Reverend Dr. Eugene S. Callender
Saturday, August 21, 2010
Great Grace and Great Power
Thank you to everyone for all of your prayers, cards, gifts, and visits while I was recuperating from my recent hip replacement surgery.
Please click here to listen to a special audio message from Reverend Callender
I'll be preaching this Sunday, Aug. 22nd, at Church of the Master located in Harlem, NY (122nd & Morningside Avenue). The services begin at 10am.
The sermon topic is: Great Grace and Great Power.
I hope to see you there!
Remember, God Loves You. And I Love You, Too!
Rev. Eugene Callender
Thought for the Week
"I shout for joy while I am aware of the love,
the light, and the comforter within who provides me with
great power and much Grace."
Please visit my website:
www.dreugenecallender.com
Please click here to listen to a special audio message from Reverend Callender
I'll be preaching this Sunday, Aug. 22nd, at Church of the Master located in Harlem, NY (122nd & Morningside Avenue). The services begin at 10am.
The sermon topic is: Great Grace and Great Power.
I hope to see you there!
Remember, God Loves You. And I Love You, Too!
Rev. Eugene Callender
Thought for the Week
"I shout for joy while I am aware of the love,
the light, and the comforter within who provides me with
great power and much Grace."
Please visit my website:
www.dreugenecallender.com
Thursday, July 8, 2010
HOME AT LAST!
Dear Friends,
After four months, Dr. Callender is finally home!
A huge thank you to everyone who sent cards, gifts, and prayers during his recent recovery from hip replacement surgery.
The next week will be spent getting used to being back in his apartment, but after that, I expect he'll be back to work as usual.
If you have any questions, please feel free to call me at 901-233-0339 or e-mail me at info@dreugenecallender.com
Love & Blessings,
Lorena Rostig
for Rev. Callender
After four months, Dr. Callender is finally home!
A huge thank you to everyone who sent cards, gifts, and prayers during his recent recovery from hip replacement surgery.
The next week will be spent getting used to being back in his apartment, but after that, I expect he'll be back to work as usual.
If you have any questions, please feel free to call me at 901-233-0339 or e-mail me at info@dreugenecallender.com
Love & Blessings,
Lorena Rostig
for Rev. Callender
Thursday, January 21, 2010
Speaking to Kids about MLK
Hi Friends,
Last week I went to New Jersey and spoke with elementary school-aged children about my experiences working with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. What struck me about these children was the depth of their questions and how truly concerned they are about humankind.
Thank you to Kathleen Walker from the New York City Department of Education for setting up this program and to her niece Brittany for inviting me to her school.
To read about this visit, please click on this link
Today is my 84th Birthday. Thank you to everyone who has been sending me greetings and well wishes.
Remember, God Loves You. And I love you too!
Reverend Dr. Eugene S. Callender
Last week I went to New Jersey and spoke with elementary school-aged children about my experiences working with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. What struck me about these children was the depth of their questions and how truly concerned they are about humankind.
Thank you to Kathleen Walker from the New York City Department of Education for setting up this program and to her niece Brittany for inviting me to her school.
To read about this visit, please click on this link
Today is my 84th Birthday. Thank you to everyone who has been sending me greetings and well wishes.
Remember, God Loves You. And I love you too!
Reverend Dr. Eugene S. Callender
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Dear Friends,
Please join me this Sunday, January 17th at Church of the Master at 11am. (122nd & Morningside Avenue, Harlem)
The sermon topic will be:
The Dream Deferred:
A Retrospective and Forward Look
Following the service, there will be a small party in the church fellowship hall celebrating my upcoming 84th birthday. I hope you will be able to join us. (Please click here for the invitation.)
Remember...God Loves You! And I love you too!
-Reverend Eugene Callender
www.dreugenecallender.com
Please join me this Sunday, January 17th at Church of the Master at 11am. (122nd & Morningside Avenue, Harlem)
The sermon topic will be:
The Dream Deferred:
A Retrospective and Forward Look
Following the service, there will be a small party in the church fellowship hall celebrating my upcoming 84th birthday. I hope you will be able to join us. (Please click here for the invitation.)
Remember...God Loves You! And I love you too!
-Reverend Eugene Callender
www.dreugenecallender.com
Saturday, January 9, 2010
The Goal of the Christian Life
Dear Friends,
Please join me this Sunday, January 10th at Church of the Master at 11am. (122nd & Morningside Avenue, Harlem)
The sermon topic will be:
The Christian Goal of Life
Please read these chapters in the Bible to prepare:
Old Testament: Psalm 100
New Testament Lesson: Phillipians 3:13-14
SAVE THE DATE: January 17, 2010
I'll be preaching a special service next Sunday at Church of the Master in Celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. I hope you'll mark your calendars and come and join me for this service. Click here for all the details.
Remember...God Loves You! And I love you too!
-Reverend Eugene Callender
www.dreugenecallender.com
Please join me this Sunday, January 10th at Church of the Master at 11am. (122nd & Morningside Avenue, Harlem)
The sermon topic will be:
The Christian Goal of Life
Please read these chapters in the Bible to prepare:
Old Testament: Psalm 100
New Testament Lesson: Phillipians 3:13-14
SAVE THE DATE: January 17, 2010
I'll be preaching a special service next Sunday at Church of the Master in Celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. I hope you'll mark your calendars and come and join me for this service. Click here for all the details.
Remember...God Loves You! And I love you too!
-Reverend Eugene Callender
www.dreugenecallender.com
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