Federation of Spiritual Churches and Associations

Federation of Spiritual Churches and Associations, a fellow-ship of otherwise autonomous Spiritualist congregations and mediums, was founded in 1944. The federation views itself as an expression of unity within Spiritualism and draws its member churches from among both independent Spiritualist congregations and those chartered by the various Spiritualist associations. It also has a number of individual mediums and lay Spiritualists as members. The federation attempts to motivate members to service and action based on Spiritualist principles, and does not offer ordination for ministers/mediums or charters for churches itself. The federation does recognize Spiritualist leaders whom may be designated missionaries at large.

The federation members affirm a belief in God as Wisdom, Love, Life, and Truth, the Oneness of life; the indwelling Christ Spirit as Unconditioned Love; and the ideal moral manifestation of Jesus. They also believe in the primacy of mental states that will become manifest in the lives of individuals. It is further believed that Nature is an expression of God and that life should be lived in accordance with Nature's laws, both physical and spiritual. The unique Spiritualist distinctives are also affirmed, namely the continuance of personal identity after death and the possibility of communication with the dead. They also believe in and practice healing and prophecy. Healing, prophecy, and communication are seen as valid applications of Nature's law.

Membership in the federation is open to all who accept its basic principles. It may be contacted c/o the FSCA Secretary, Rev. Karen Durski, 4258 S. 26th St., Milwaukee, WI 53221. It has an Internet site at http://www.geocities.com/Athens/Delphi/1885/. Through its member organizations, the federation offers a full range of programs across the United States.

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Federation of Spiritual Churches and Associations. http://www.geocities.com/Athens/Delphi/1885/. March 23, 2000.