We believe in God, the Living Spirit, the Life Force within, around and

through all living things.

We believe God is Infinite in Its ability to express through everything It   creates.

We believe the Universe in which we live is orderly and harmonious because it is the expression of this all-knowing, ever present Creator we know as God.

We believe that God’s Spirit is within all humanity and that each of us possesses a soul which is eternal, immortal and continually expanding.

We believe that God is personal to all who feel this Presence.

We believe the Kingdom of Heaven is within us and that we experience this as we become conscious of God’s goodness and love expressing through us.

We believe that God is immediately and directly available to everyone.

We believe that Truth is revealed to us,  through our intuitive and spiritual nature.

We believe that our intentions become the action of our lives because God always responds to our expectations.

We believe that the Power of God works in and through us to create and maintain health, prosperity, loving relationships and meaningful life experiences.

We believe that God is good, loving, kind and giving.

We believe in the unity of all life for we are all one with God.

We believe the ultimate goal of life is to be freed from discord and fear, thereby being lifted into the light of peace and freedom.

In the beginning...

         The Center was founded and chartered as a church by Rev. Hazel Hein with a small,  but faithful group of people.   When Rev. Hein retired as pastor, Rev. Coline Collins from Fresno commuted to Visalia for a couple of years in the early 1980’s and served part time,   speaking at Sunday morning services.   She was,  however, unavailable for classes and other pastoral services.  The  church went through a rough period, diminishing in number of members and attendees and in 1987 lost its church charter due to its relatively inactive status.

          In 1987 Rev. Sandy Jacob  was staff minister in Fresno.   Only about 5 or 6 people remained active in the Visalia church. Rev. Jacob decided to serve as its new pastor and under her excellent leadership the church grew from a membership of 10 to 75, resulting in the church charter being restored in 1988.

          Rev. Jacob served until 1998, passing the mantle of leadership to Rev. Linda Wise.   Rev. Wise served as pastor for 2 years,   followed by Rev Patty Spicer who served as  an interim  minister for several months  while the Board carefully considered their choice of a new pastor. Rev. Robert Dean III was chosen and served as pastor for 2-½ years. In June of 2003 Rev. Kathleen Scott was elected as Pastor and serves in that position today.

Movin’ on...

         The church first started meeting at the Women’s Club in Visalia, then moved to an office building on Mooney Blvd.  It utilized a variety of spaces over the years, meeting at the Elks Club on West Main,  the Rotary Theater  and the back of the California Federal Bank building until we purchased our present building at 117 S. Locust in 1995.

         Consciousness created this Center and commitment has kept it going.   An inspired and well-supported vision is what is taking us into the future with increased attendance,  lives transformed,  abundance experienced,  and a positive influence upon the larger community.  Having come this far, we are ready to go beyond mere survival. I believe we are ready to thrive!

Our Mission:

         Through positive thinking, education and loving support, we provide opportunities for people of all ages to realize their spiritual magnificence.

How to Contact us

117 S. Locust St.           Visalia, CA 93277

       Office hours:   Monday -- Thursday  9:30 a.m.  --  3:30 p.m.

       Phone:      (559) 625-2441

       Fax:          (559) 625-2456

       Email        vcrs1@sbcglobal.net

                        Kathleenscott1@sbcglobal.net

       Web site   spiritualawarenesscenter.org