In July of 1990, Rev. Chris Michaels came from Atlanta to Kansas City to speak to a small group interested in Science of Mind. Soon after, Rev. Chris accepted their offer to become the leader. Within a few weeks, they grew enough to be recognized and chartered as a member church of Religious Science International.
In 2000, Center for Spiritual Living (CSL) purchased and renovated a building with attendance averaging 124. The youth program was growing and additional staff and ministers were added. In the next ten years, the attendance numbers would more than double, and in 2010, the current facility was purchased. Renovations began in August.

On January 2, 2011, the first service was held in the new home. During the next four years, Rev. Chris received an honorary doctorate, and Rev. Mike Irwin was ordained. They are now Co-Spiritual Directors. CSL is recognized as a leader in the Centers for Spiritual Living global community and has an international following. Our online presence at cslkc.org serves the global community. Through our services and education we also serve the local community and continually demonstrate our intention statement ...

CSL is a diverse,
spiritual community
expressing God as Love.

I Want to BE THE DIFFERENCE!