The guiding principles, precepts and purpose may best be expressed by the Declaration of Principles recited during each Sunday Service and Articles from the Constitution stating the Purpose and the Precepts of the Church.

DeclarationOf Principles

W e believe in Infinite Intelligence. W e believe that Infinite Intelligence expresses Itself in all existence and in humanity as a manifestation of Divine Love. W e affirm the unity of all life, everywhere. W e believe in communion with all planes of existence, and that meaningful communication flows from this connection. W e affirm the divine right of each individual to seek the Truth in accordance with their consciousness, and that living in harmony with that Truth defines true spirituality. W e affirm that spiritual unfoldment is progressive and unending, and that the doorway to reformation is never closed against any soul. W e believe that the highest morality is contained in the mandate: “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.” W e affirm the personal responsibility of the individual, and that we choose our happiness or unhappiness as we apply the Laws of the Universe. W e affirm that life is eternal, and that the existence and personal identity of the individual continue after the change called death. W e believe the ultimate expression of God in our life is unconditional love of our neighbors and ourselves. W e accept that the living gifts of Prophecy and Healing, reported in all Sacred Scripture, are an affirmation of Divine Spirit working through us.

Constitution of the Institute for Spiritual Development

Article 3. Purpose

A s a Mystical Church for Metaphysical Living, the purpose for which this Institute is organized is to provide the structure to practice, demonstrate and teach the spiritual truths which express the Divine Unity of all things in Love, Order, and Justice. We find these truths to be revealed in all Sacred Scriptures, and manifest in the lives and teachings of all Holy Avatars, Prophets and Sages. Further, it is through the process of Self realization that humanity may actualize its inherent perfection.

Article 4. Precepts

Section 1. T he Precepts herein contained shall be acceptable to and binding upon the members and associates forming this Institute. Section 2. Precepts of Commonality W e acknowledge one God, the Eternal Essence — at once knowable and unknowable, manifest and unmanifest, simultaneous with and distinct from all creation — who is ever unfolding in the human mind through Eternal and Divine Principles. W e believe that each Individual has the purpose, obligation, and personal responsibility to determine his or her own path through recognition of and communication with the Higher Self. W e believe that the purpose of Creative Manifestation is the unfolding of consciousness. W e believe that the principles of Truth, Love and Understanding unite all persons, and the application of these principles in daily life constitute true happiness and peace. W e believe that the search for the principles of truth embodies an examination of divergent philosophies and religions, and shall serve humanity to achieve unity and perfection through continuous growth. W e believe that the gift of God to all is eternal life, and that the ultimate destiny of every human spirit is to return in perfect harmony with the Godhead from which it arose. W e acknowledge as our duty the task of acquainting humankind intellectually, emotionally, physically, and spiritually with the truth made manifest in the individual consciousness.

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