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

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.

Stunning New Scientology Church Opens in Pasadena, California

A labor of love for years for Pasadena-area Scientologists just came to fruition this weekend with the opening of the new Ideal Church of Scientology of Pasadena.   More than 4200 people came to see the stunning new 58,000 square-foot facility, which will be home to Scientology parishioners from the City of Roses, and be the focal point of the Church’s community betterment programs for the San Gabriel Valley.   The new Church is located at 35 S. Raymond Ave, Pasadena, CA (click here for map).   Take a tour in person, or see the photos below!

The new Church of Scientology of Pasadena was dedicated July 18, 2010, in ceremonies attended by more than 4,200. Officiating was Mr. David Miscavige, Chairman of the Board of Religious Technology Center and ecclesiastical leader of the Scientology religion, joined by leaders in Pasadena government, business, religion and preservation.

The Honorable Bill Bogaard, Mayor of the City of Pasadena, addressed the more than 4,200 Scientologists and guests at the dedication and opening of the Church of Scientology of Pasadena on Sunday, July 18, 2010: “With this beautifully restored structure in Old Pasadena, the Church represents not only a growing religion, but an important factor in the future of this city. So, it is a pleasure for me to extend a cordial welcome to you and this extraordinary Church of Scientology of Pasadena with its long history of service to the community.”

Thousands of Scientologists and guests began their tour of the new Church of Scientology of Pasadena in the spectacular sky-lit four-story galleria that rises through the center of the fully restored historic structure in the heart of Old Town.

The entrance to the new Public Information Center containing 17 multimedia displays at the new Church of Scientology of Pasadena.

L. Ron Hubbard Office: Every Church of Scientology has an office for L. Ron Hubbard, Founder of Dianetics and Scientology, as a sign of respect and in representation that the Church remains true to his teachings of the religion.

The center of the skylit atrium of the new Church of Scientology of Pasadena has been returned to the original splendor of the original 1906 design.

The Chapel of the new Church of Scientology of Pasadena, with codes and creeds in stained glass panels, is where Sunday services, weddings, naming ceremonies and other congregational gatherings are held.

For more information on the Church of Scientology of Pasadena, or to take a tour, contact the Church of Scientology of Pasadena here.