Every church strives to be exceptional — to be the kind of institution where members, congregants and friends want to be; where ministers are proud to serve; and where all may call home.   The Institute for Spiritual Development is that exceptional church.   Founded on the principles of spiritual attainment based on personal responsibility, The Institute has always been a source of enlightenment and inspiration.   In order to expand that level of quality and service, The Institute and its supporters are making a shared commitment.   The addition to the church will be a demonstration of this shared commitment and an expression of our hopes for the future.

      When completed, the enlarged facility will provide a light-filled center for worship, learning, gathering and fellowship — a showcase of spiritual enlightenment.  It will be a place all will be proud to call home.  Our new façade will be our mark on the landscape for all to see; our new entrance will be a welcoming beacon of love and acceptance; our spirit and our message will reach far beyond the limits of time and space.

        The expanded Institute will become the cornerstone of the community's life, and you have the opportunity to be a part of this exceptional project.   The pages which follow list numerous Memorial Donations for your consideration, allowing you to leave a lasting testament.   As you browse through the possibilities, bear in mind the loved ones and ideas that will be memorialized by your contribution.   All donors and dedications will be inscribed in the Book of Memories — an engraved bronze volume permanently displayed in the church.

THE BOOK OF MEMORY         Itself a work of art, the Book of Memory is a bronze volume which will be on permanent display at the Institute.   Its engraved pages will record your memorial as an enduring legacy for the generations which follow.   The mark of a special occasion or a remembrance of a loved one or spirit guide will be preserved in a glistening tribute to your generosity and commitment.

        This is a remarkable opportunity for a family or group of friends to pool their resources to create a substantive memorial to pay lasting tribute to a person, idea, achievement or event which has touched a number of lives.

        To reserve your Memorial complete the Request Form, and return it to the Institute.   For your convenience, the contribution may be spread up to thirty-six monthly payments.

. . . Come Share the Dream and Be the Light!      

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Click to Download a Brochure . . .         The vision of the Church is to create an enriching environment for our Spiritual Home.   The planned expansion will create a sacred atmosphere of light and elevation for the congregation, guests, and all who seek a spiritual retreat ... Some of the areas of the New Addition or Renovation may be named in honor of the Donor or a specified remembrance.

… a functional welcoming street-level entranceway Waterfall Lighting Furniture Pledged by Vicky Mason          Fountain Benches Garden Landscaping Pledged by Tom & Sue Landon

… a re-orientation and refurbishing of the Sanctuary                  Pledged by Rev. James De Biasio                    Pledged by Rev. James De Biasio                       1 Pledged by Mablean N. Carter              Partially Pledged by David Chichester         Partially Pledged by Nancy Nyland                         Pledged by Vicky Mason

Flooring Lighting Column Covers   Opening Base Cabinets Granite Top       Banquet Chairs Banquet Tables

Pledged by Rev. Olivia Hunter                                               Pledged by Steve Eveland

… a dedicated classroom space Chairs Work Tables Storage Cabinets Chalk & White Boards Light Fixtures Computer Projector Retractable Screen Storage Cabinet VCR/ DVD Player

Chairs Alarm & Security System Desks Telephone System Lighting

Pledged by Rev. Marcus Capone            Pledged by Rev. Patricia Makin          Depictions of Memorial Items are for illustration purposes only. Depending upon availability and final designs the actual item may vary.

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