Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville Launches Its 2012 Seminar Program

Music industry veteran Tony Harnell hosted the first seminar of the 2012 season in the “Lift Up the Artist” series hosted by the Nashville Church of Scientology.

The Church of Scientology & Celebrity Centre Nashville opened its new seminar series with Tony Harnell presenting an inside look into lasting success in entertainment.

Harnell, a recording artist, songwriter and producer, is best known as front man for the Norwegian rock band TNT for 23 years. His presentation is the first of a series of seminars featuring well-known musicians and visual artists, many of whom will fly into Nashville from Hollywood to share their insights with local artists.

“When you elevate the artist, you uplift the entire community,” says Corinne Sullivan, president of the Nashville church.  Sullivan says it is part of the mission of the Church of Scientology & Celebrity Centre Nashville is to help the artist, and that Scientology founder L. Ron Hubbard “often wrote about the importance of the artist in society.  The artist leads us into the future with vision and dreams.”

On March 24, Tony Rockliff, an Internet and social media expert, returns to Nashville for a reprise of his popular seminar on how to market oneself in the music industry. Rockliff shares his expertise in SEO, niche affiliate marketing and the dynamics of Internet social community building that has made him a regular contributor at marketing conferences.

In April, film makers Bayou Bennett and Daniel Lir will make a splash in Music City by giving a seminar about how to produce excellent quality short films.  Bennett and Lir produce award-winning TV spots and films, and collaborate on innovative projects for a long list of clients, including: Adidas, Indieflix, The Tennis Channel, MTV, Nickelodeon, Smashbox Cosmetics, City Harvest, Patricia Field, Chase Bank, Atlantic Records, Island Def Jam and Estee Lauder.  They received the Best Comedy Award for “Text Me” at the Indie Short Film competition in 2010, and in 2009 received an award for “Around the Block,” a TV pilot starring Lea Michelle of Fox’s “Glee.”

The seminars are open to the public. To learn more about the Church’s artist seminars for, call 615-687-4600. For more information on Scientology, visit http://www.Scientology.org.

The Scientology religion was founded by author and philosopher L. Ron Hubbard. The first Church of Scientology was formed in the United States in 1954 and has today expanded to more than 10,000 Churches, Missions and affiliated groups, with millions of members in 167 nations.

Fox News in Sacramento Reporting on New Church of Scientology (Video)

 

See Fox News’s clip above on their tour through the new Church of Scientology of Sacramento!

Photos: New Church of Scientology Sacramento

California’s capital celebrated the grand opening of the new Church of Scientology of Sacramento on January 28, 2012. The dedication ceremony was attended by more than 2,500 Scientologists, guests and city, state and national officials.  Photos of this spectacular new Church of Scientology follow below:

Mr. David Miscavige, Chairman of the Board Religious Technology Center and ecclesiastical leader of the Scientology religion, presided over the ceremonies.  Special guests on hand to commemorate the opening were Sacramento Mayor Kevin Johnson; Greater Sacramento Urban League president David DeLuz; Interfaith Council of Greater Sacramento president Jon Fish; California State Assembly Member Mike Gatto; and International Faith-Based Council president and founder Bishop Ron Allen.

Mr. David Miscavige, Chairman of the Board Religious Technology Center and ecclesiastical leader of the Scientology religion, officiated at the Church of Scientology of Sacramento dedication ceremony. In signifying the importance of this new Church, Mr. Miscavige said: “The dedication of this new Church signifies a solemn pledge. It’s a pledge to employ the full measure of what lies within those walls on behalf of this City. It’s a pledge to make a world of which we can be proud. A world without insanity, criminality, illiteracy and immorality; a world where the able can prosper, where honest beings have rights and where all are free to rise to greater heights. That’s our responsibility as Scientologists. And, yes, a responsibility we willingly embrace.”

In his salutatory address, Mayor Kevin Johnson welcomed and acknowledged the Church for demonstrating its commitment to the city: “Sacramento is the most diverse city in the country, and your church and what you guys are doing is diverse. This building here is not just a building for you—it’s a building for the community.  It’s a building that will help us revitalize this downtown area. The Church of Scientology came to us and said, ‘Look, we want to help. We want to take a historic building and preserve it and renovate it and make it a masterpiece for the downtown area showcase.’ We really wanted to transform Sacramento into the greenest region in the country and a hub for clean technology and you folks are helping to make that a reality. You have done your part.”

 

2,500 Scientologists, guests and officials flooded into the new Church following the dedication ceremony on January 28, 2012. The reception opens onto the Public Information Center presenting the beliefs and practices of Dianetics and Scientology, as well as the life and legacy of Founder L. Ron Hubbard.

Joining Mr. David Miscavige, Chairman of the Board Religious Technology Center and ecclesiastical leader of the Scientology religion (center right), for the dedication of the new Church of Scientology Sacramento were (left to right): Greater Sacramento Urban League president David DeLuz; California State Assembly member Mike Gatto; Sacramento Mayor Kevin Johnson; Interfaith Council of Greater Sacramento president Jon Fish; and International Faith-Based Council president and founder Bishop Ron Allen.

Reception:  The Church of Scientology reception now welcomes all visitors, where they may receive introduction to Dianetics and Scientology.

Public Information Center:  The Church of Scientology Public Information Center welcomes visitors from morning to night, inviting them to learn about Dianetics and Scientology and the many humanitarian programs sponsored by the Church.  Visitors are invited to tour at their leisure and return as often as they like.

 

The Chapel:  All Scientology congregational services and ceremonies are convened in the stunning Chapel, including Sunday Services open to all.

Introductory Seminars: The Church provides evening and weekend introductory seminars presenting fundamental principles of Dianetics and Scientology.

 

The Purification Center:  The Purification program was developed to free individuals from the mental and spiritual ill effects caused by drugs. The Purification Center features a painted glass mural depicting the city’s landmark Tower Bridge and Capitol Building.

 

The Academy:  In the Academy, Scientologists study to become auditors (spiritual counselors).

The Office of L. Ron Hubbard:  The Office of L. Ron Hubbard, traditional in all Churches of Scientology, stands in honor of the Founder and symbolizes that this Church is true to his writings and ideals.

Historic Marquee Entrance:  The Church meticulously preserved the Ramona Building, restoring its Spanish Colonial Revival features to their original glory, including the characteristic stucco, ornamental glazed brick and terra cotta tiles, and decorative iron accents.

The Church of Scientology of Sacramento:  The Church’s new home downtown at the crossroads of 6th and J Street, Sacramento’s historic main thoroughfare, stands just blocks from the State Capitol and is one of the city’s most prominent architectural landmarks. When the building was dedicated on January 28, 2012, it signified the preservation of a Sacramento treasure for generations to come.

To contact:

1007 6th St.
Sacramento, CA 95814
Tel: 916-319-5440
E-Mail: sacramento@scientology.net

Vastly-Renovated Church of Scientology of Hamburg is an Ideal Org

The Church of Scientology Hamburg was newly dedicated on January 21, 2012, in ceremonies attended by 1,500 Scientologists, dignitaries and guests. The Church stands at Domstrasse 9 in the center of Hamburg’s historic district.  The newly renovated and expanded facility meets the needs of Hamburg’s growing Scientology congregation and serves as a center for people of all faiths to unite for community and social betterment.

Reception:  The Church of Scientology Hamburg’s reception welcomes all who enter. Here, visitors will find an array of introductory books and a Public Information Center, presenting the fundamental beliefs and practices of Dianetics and Scientology.

Testing Center: Adjoining reception is the Testing Center to assist individuals in gaining an understanding of their personal capabilities and directing their path toward spiritual awareness.  Testing is among the many Introductory Scientology Services offered by the Church.

The Scientology Public Information Center:   The new Church of Scientology Hamburg Public Information Center, containing an array of multimedia displays in answer to the question, “What is Scientology?” More than 500 informational and documentary films present the beliefs and practices of the Scientology religion, as well as the life and legacy of Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard.

All visitors are welcome to tour at their leisure to find out about the religion for themselves.

 

Café:  The Hamburg Scientology Public Information Center adjoins the Church’s café, open to both visitors and those attending scheduled activities.

Introductory Seminars:  Introductory Services, including the Dianetics and Scientology Personal Efficiency Seminars, provide fundamental Scientology principles for newcomers.

Dianetics and Scientology Bookstore:  The Church’s bookstore makes available L. Ron Hubbard’s works on Dianetics and Scientology. Mr. Hubbard’s full legacy comprises tens of millions of published words and recorded lectures. These religious works are available in 50 languages.

The Chapel:  All congregational gatherings (including weddings, naming ceremonies and Sunday services) convene in the new Church of Scientology Hamburg Chapel. The Chapel further serves as a venue for public lectures, workshops and community-wide events.

Entirely New Scientology Church of Inglewood, California

On 5 November, an entirely new Church of Scientology was opened in Inglewood, California.  The first of its kind, the facility has two separate buildings – a main Church building, and a magnificent community center.

The Community Center on Vermont Avenue is housed in an historic art deco landmark that dates from the early 1930s and which the Church has meticulously restored. It features a 380-seat event hall, the L. Ron Hubbard Community Auditorium, designed for community events and as a meeting ground for residents of all denominations. In that respect, it is a venue dedicated to community-wide initiatives in the spirit of the Founder’s vision of all church denominations working together to achieve the common dream of all religions. The Center further features numerous classrooms and seminar facilities for a full range of civic programs, including a complete literacy and tutoring center.

Following are photos of the new buildings.   You can contact the center here to arrange a tour.

 

Marking the significance of this day, Mr. David Miscavige, Chairman of the Board Religious Technology Center and ecclesiastical leader of the Scientology religion, officiated at the ceremony. In pointing to what this day represents he said: “This new Church of Scientology is quite literally imbued with the contributions and global spirit of Scientologists from more than a hundred nations. In that respect, it reflects the greater shape of Scientology—both body and soul. Moreover, it reflects the attributes of greatness all religions traditionally sought to inspire, including decency, nobility, compassion and charity.  And that’s also the spirit in which we provide our new Community Center, open for use by one and all, for the benefit of all its residents.”

Reception: Opening onto the Public Information Center and the entrance to the L. Ron Hubbard Community Auditorium, the Church of Scientology Community Center reception is the welcoming point for all who enter the Center. The iconic mural celebrates the rich cultural history of the area.

The L. Ron Hubbard Community Auditorium: The Church of Scientology Community Center features a 380-seat event hall, the L. Ron Hubbard Community Auditorium, designed for community events and as a meeting ground for residents of all denominations.

Public Information Center: The Public Information Center provides an incisive introduction to Dianetics and Scientology through hundreds of instructional films. Also presented here is the full range of Scientology civic programs, as well as the life and legacy of Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard.

Community Center Atrium and Lounge: The Community Center’s atrium and lounge provides the ideal environment for civic leaders and visitors to meet and collaborate on outreach initiatives.

Café: The café is conveniently located just off the grand reception of the Church of Scientology Community Center. It provides snacks and refreshments to both parishioners and visitors.

Community Center Lounge: The Community Center lounge serves as a meeting ground for civic leaders and visitors to collaborate on humanitarian initiatives based on  L. Ron Hubbard’s vision of all churches working together to achieve the common dream of all religions.

The Seminar Room: This Seminar Room is devoted to Scientology Introductory services and a full range of civic programs. Among those services is the Personal Efficiency Course, providing fundamental Scientology principles applicable to every facet of life and work.

 

The Purification Center:  L. Ron Hubbard developed the Purification Program to free individuals from the mental and spiritual devastation caused by drugs. The Purification Center features an iconic tile mural reflecting local history.

The Way to Happiness Course Room:  This room is exclusively dedicated to delivering The Way To Happiness Course, based on the inspirational work by L. Ron Hubbard and comprising a common sense guide to better living.

Tutoring Center: A tutoring center is specially designed for youth and adults to improve reading and writing skills with the help of L. Ron Hubbard’s groundbreaking Study Technology.

Nursery:  A nursery is provided for the young children of parents attending Scientology services.

The new Church of Scientology of Inglewood now stands in the heart of downtown at 315 South Market Street. The facility reflects the growth of a significant Scientology congregation within the area.