White Dove Circle’s Teachings of the Spiritual Path

Written by Patricia Zimmerman

The teachings of White Dove Circle of Light and Love do not take away from anyone’s beliefs—they enhance what you already hold as truth.

Spirituality is not religion. They are two different things. Religion is dogma; someone tells you what to believe and how to live. Spirituality is discovering your own truth—taking into account what others teach, but accepting only what resonates with your heart. Our perception of truth is not always Absolute Truth, God’s Truth. Work from the heart and use discernment. As you grow, your understanding will evolve, and your truth will expand.

Religious communities do not always tell their followers they do not have all the answers. No one can have all the answers if they stop seeking. The more you learn, the more you realize there is to learn. We should never stop looking, learning, or growing—because stagnation only limits our potential.

The spiritual path begins with self-reflection—looking at yourself to see where you need to improve. It is far easier to see the faults in others than in ourselves, but what you dislike in someone else is often what you have yet to recognize within yourself. When you point a finger at another, four point back at you. Everyone and everything in life is a mirror. Until you recognize your own faults, change is impossible.

Walking the spiritual path means becoming God-centered, not self-centered. It is thinking of others and being of service. We must care for ourselves, but not to the point of indulgence. It is easy to do kind things for those we love, but true spiritual practice challenges us to serve even those we do not know, regularly and without expectation.

The spiritual path also includes prayer, meditation, and gratitude. These are tools to keep you connected to God, but tools are only effective if they are used consistently.

Ultimately, the spiritual path is about embodying all of the God virtues—becoming God-like in thought, word, and action. If we fail to examine ourselves and work to correct our missteps, we have stepped off the path.

The Community of White Dove Circle of Light and Love exists to be of service. Allow us to support you on your journey. Blessings to you on your path!