Incorporated in 1949 as the International Association of Religious Science Churches (IARSC), the Universal Church Organization was founded by Dr. Ernest Holmes, who began his metaphysical teachings in 1917.

Believing that true spiritual unity can most effectively be manifested in a spiritual democracy, the organization is governed as such. Religious Science International holds an annual Congress, at which every church is represented. It is administered by a Board of Directors elected by the Congress. Each church within the organization operates autonomously, but subscribes and is subject to by-laws approved by the Board of Directors' annual RSI congress.

A Board of Education, appointed by the Board of Directors, establishes educational policies, provides accredited instructional courses and conducts post graduate programs for ministers.

In addition to Sunday morning services and personal counseling, local churches offer classes, workshops and many other activities for members.

The organization publishes the monthly magazine, Creative Thought, and conducts special seminars in this country and abroad, and deals with basic human needs.

"The possibilities of the Law are infinite, and our possibilities of
using it are limitless."

If you desire greater fulfillment in your life, you are most cordially invited to further explore the meaning Religious Science may have for you. Visitors are welcome at any local church and many regional and national gatherings.

If you would like to learn more about Religious Science, visit their web site or contact your local Church of Religious Science (listed in the Yellow Pages and each issue of Creative Thought Magazine). You can also write to the Religious Science Information Center, P.O. Box 2152, Spokane, WA 99210-2152 or call (509) 624-7000.

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-- Quotations are taken from The Science of Mind by Dr. Ernest Holmes

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