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Our Circle of Light

Reverend Sherry Wynne

I have been in the New Thought movement for more than 40 years. I had numerous experiences with the non-material world since early childhood leaving me with many unanswered questions. So began a lifetime inquiry into consciousness and my relationship to the Divine. In the late 70’s I was introduced to Paramahansa Yoganandas teachings and The Self Realization Fellowship. In 1980 I found Religious Science and the next step in my own personal evolution. The education I received through Religious Science was extraordinary and helped me understand my relationship to the inner and outer world in a profound way. I received my Practitioner RSCP License and Certificate of Ordination as a Minister through Emerson Theological Institute.

I’m certified in the third degree of Reiki and am a Trager Practitioner through The Trager Institute for Psychophysical Integration and Mentastics. Developing my intuitional nature has supported my purpose which is: To be in service to the Holy One in all Life.

It’s been my joy to be in service to help create two Spiritual Communities that are collaborative rather than led by a single Minister. I love to teach, speak, lead seminars and to serve. I know it takes a village to support the high ideals we hold and it’s an honor to be part of The Amani Center.

Reverend Pixie Dufour

Rev. Pixie Dufour, who currently participates within the Ministerial Council at The Amani Center in Cameron Park, CA, is an Ordained Independent, Interfaith and Religious Science Minister who began her journey with the Centers for Spiritual Living in 1995, served as a Licensed Practitioner for many years, is a Credentialed Meditation facilitator, Spiritual Life Coach and Master Reiki Practitioner.

She came to Religious Science desiring to understand the principles of Science of Mind (SOM) and has had many demonstrations since then crediting the expansion of consciousness received through these teachings.

Rev. Pixie currently works full time with a County Office of Education and has been employed there since 1998.

There is nothing that she loves more than to watch the miraculous results of Spirit show up in the day to day life of those with whom she prays.

Reverend Belinda Owens, RScP, SLC

I am currently engaged in the Ministerial Council at the Amani Center.

I have participated in this beautiful, beloved Center, from which the Amani Center evolved, for over 20 years. I am an Ordained Interfaith Minister, having received my Bachelors of Religious Studies and Ministerial Credential from the Emerson Theological Institute. In addition, I am a Religious Science certified Practitioner, Spiritual Life Coach, Certified Meditation teacher and I head up the Circle of Light Practitioners group.

My passion however is teaching the Advanced Curriculum courses here at the Amani Center; cultivating a knowingness of the Divine within you and assisting you on your Spiritual journey. How may I serve you?

Marci Mitchell, Director of the Sunday Experience

Marci Mitchell is The Amani Center Director and a New Thought Practitioner. She is also a 3rd generation Native Californian, an Army veteran, and a Realtor with Lyon Real Estate in Cameron Park, California where she lives with her wonderful husband Frank. They have two amazing kids, Patrick (25) and Hershel (23) as well as 1 rescue dog and 1 rescue cat. Marci also serves on the board of another local Non-Profit called Cour Experience which teaches life skills to Gen Zers. It was formed as a result of a class at the Amani Center. Marci is passionate about learning and sharing the truth of our own Divinity, perfection and power in a world that can so benefit from this loving message. She is incredibly grateful for the Amani Center and its amazing community.

Kathi Wilson

I have a BA in Psychology with a  minor in Philosophy. This got me interested in religion so I took some classes in  world religions, which led me to learning about spirituality and how it supports a  person in growing psychologically and spiritually. This became a great passion of mine. I also have a certificate from UCLA in personnel  management and was, for more than 5 years, a certified Alcohol and Drug  counselor. I found religious science at 8 years clean and sober, during a  particularly dark time in my life. Although I had some resistance, I stuck with it  and later, after many years, graduated as a practitioner in 2008. I have had the  blessing of being a practitioner in Arizona, Colorado, and 3 churches in California.  I have been at Amani for 9 months and absolutely love everyone there as well as being an active member and serving the community.

Rev Donna Apidone

Reverend Donna Apidone

Donna Apidone was raised with New Thought principles. Her father taught her to recognize her personal power as a tool in health and other pursuits. The greatest lesson they shared: “You can do anything you set your mind to do.”

Reverend Donna was ordained at Riverside Church in New York City in 2009. Her goal in studying at The New Seminary was to gain a better understanding of her Purpose. She joined The Amani Center’s Ministerial Council in 2024.

Donna’s passion project is TransForMission: A Path to Purpose. She has taught the six-week course at congregations for more than 20 years. She now leads groups at Sacramento State University’s Renaissance Society.

She is a freelance writer for PBS outlets and conducts onstage interviews at the Mondavi Center and other performance venues. She works with the boards of RedRover and the UC Davis Office of Wellness Education.

Donna’s books, TransForMission and Drive-Time Meditations, are available on Amazon. Her recordings of Drive-Time Meditations are on Substack. 

Jamie Keenan

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