As we've tried to make it clear, we are not officially affiliated with the Morningland church in Long Beach, California. Obviously we are not their mouthpiece. Ex-morninglanders.com is simply a resource for former members to come together and share their experiences, to process it, and to use that understanding in their present lives.
We are regularly contacted by individuals who would like to return to Morningland for a nice Sunday night service, without the issues that might prevent one from attending a Morningland function.
Pastor Duane Moret was a supporter of Morningland in the early 70's when it was beginning. He met the Speratos while attending the Universal Mind Science church (aka "Damien's church"). Pastor Duane blends metaphysical and Christian perspectives into a unique experience of Oneness with the "I Am" presence. His Sunday night vespers at the Universal Mind Science church is going strong.
The Universal Mind Science church is where Sri and Donato got started in the Long Beach area. What is amazing is how similar that church looks and feels to the early days of Morningland. The people there too seem to be about the same age, educational level, and generalized characteristics common among members of Morningland. This is why we're promoting this Sunday night service here on the front page. If you're missing the Morningland experience of the early days, consider Duane Moret's Sunday night vespers.
Location: UMS Long Beach.
Time: 5 PM Sunday evenings.
Description: This more contemplative and spiritual experience includes inspirational readings interspersed in period of silent reflection. There will be a channeled healing provided by attendees gifted in that area. The service last about one hour and there is usually some sort of fellowship in the social hall afterwards.
Mary Jo Cysewski, MA is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a special interest in closed, high demand groups or cults. She facilitates a support group. This particular support group targets those who were born or raised within one of these groups. What follows is her invitation sent to ex-morninglanders.com. The address of the meeting place has been removed to protect the privacy of those who may want to participate. For the record, Mary Jo was known as Tia-Lon in Morningland.
