Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre International Hosts 42nd Annual Anniversary Gala

Over 1,000 <a href="http://www.scientologynews.org/press-releases/meet-scientologists/index.html">Scientologists</a> and guests attended a gala event in Hollywood Saturday night, marking the 42nd anniversary of the Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre. Guests included many of the Church’s well-known members, including <strong><a href="http://www.scientologynews.org/press-releases/grand-opening-scientology-ideal-mission-opens-ocala.html">John Travolta</a>, Kelly Preston, Anne Archer, Jenna Elfman, Jason Lee, Ethan Suplee, Erika Christensen, Priscilla Presley and Nancy Cartwright.</strong><br /><br /><br /><br />The evening’s guest speakers included John Redman, Director of Demand Reduction for California High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTA), a program of the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy. Redman highlighted the <a href="http://www.drugfreeworld.org/">Foundation for a Drug-Free World</a>, which is supported by the Church: “Our partnership with the Foundation for a Drug-Free World has changed everything. I have never seen anything like it in my career. The materials are unmatched, and I don’t say that flippantly, because I have probably seen everything that has come along in drug education. These materials connect, they are interesting to the kids, and they are designed for youth and fun to work with. I’ve seen them in action and they work. The Foundation and the Church of Scientology are as committed and as serious as we are when it comes to educating the world about the dangers of drugs.” <p>Dr. Michael Crosby, President of the 77^th Street Division Los Angeles Police Department Clergy Council spoke about his experience with another Church-affiliated program, <a href="http://www.twth.org/" target="_blank">The Way to Happiness</a>. </p> <p>“The Way to Happiness is ageless. It is for all creeds, races and religions. And it offers a light in the darkest night for our cultures. Whenever I read one or more of the precepts I rejoice, because we have in our hands a simple yet effective way to teach basic values and principles to anyone—principles that forge strong relationships, honesty, integrity, civility, and self respect and competence.” </p> <p>The <a href="http://www.whatisscientology.org/">Church of Scientology </a>sponsors humanitarian programs addressing key societal issues such as drug abuse, human rights, moral values for a modern world, illiteracy and disaster relief. </p> <p>In keeping with Mr.<strong> </strong>Hubbard’s words from 1951, “A culture is only as great as its dreams, and its dreams are dreamed by artists,” the Celebrity Centre is the arts and cultural branch of the Church of Scientology and as such work with those whose broad visions for social enhancement are essential for positive progression of society. </p> <p>The Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre in Hollywood was founded in 1969. It was established to provide artists, professionals and leaders in every field with a distraction-free environment to practice their religion. Whether for up-and-coming artists or established public figures, a Celebrity Centre offers an atmosphere where all can discover Scientology for themselves. Other Celebrity Centres are located in cultural centers around the world including New York, Paris, Nashville, Las Vegas, Vienna, Florence and London. Celebrity Centres, like all churches of Scientology worldwide, are open to the public. </p> <p>The popularity of Scientology among artists and professionals in many fields mirrors its current growth internationally, expanding more in the last year than the last five years combined and more in the last five years than in the five previous decades.</p><p style="text-align: center;">_________________</p> <p style="text-align: left;">The Scientology religion was founded by author and philosopher L. Ron Hubbard. <a href="http://www.scientology-losangeles.org/" target="_blank">The first Church of Scientology</a> was formed in Los Angeles in 1954 and the religion has expanded to more than 9,000 Churches, Missions and affiliated groups, with millions of members in 165 countries.</p><br /><br /><i>A culture is only as great as its dreams, and its dreams are dreamed by artists. — <a href="http://www.scientologyreligion.org/">Scientology</a> founder <a href="http://www.lronhubbard.org/">L. Ron Hubbard</a></i>

Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre International Hosts 42nd Annual Anniversary Gala

Over 1,000 Scientologists and guests attended a gala event in Hollywood Saturday night, marking the 42nd anniversary of the Church of Sci...

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41st Anniversary Gala at Celebrity Centre

<div id="nav"> <div id="navMain" class="_c"> Sunday was the annual Scientology Celebrity Centre Gala in Hollywood. Founded in 1969, this year's even marked the 41st anniversary, and it was spectacular.<br /><br />Here are some photos to give a flavor of what the event was like:<br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><br /></span><span id="count"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"></span></span></div></div> <div id="picWrapper"> <img alt="Actress Erika Christensen attends The Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre 41st Anniversary Gala held at the Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre on August 7, 2010 in Los Angeles, California." id="currentPic" src="http://www1.pictures.zimbio.com/gi/Church+Scientology+Celebrity+Centre+41st+Anniversary+63uKoQnnPJZl.jpg" title="The Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre 41st Anniversary Gala" /><br />Actress Erika Christensen was ravishing, as usual.<br /><div id="nav"> <div id="navMain" class="_c"> <a href="http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/d1Hxwd30epR/Church+Scientology+Celebrity+Centre+41st+Anniversary/63uKoQnnPJZ"> <span id="prev" class="_c"></span></a> <span id="count"></span></div></div> <div id="picWrapper"> <img alt="(Top Row) Actor John Travolta, wife actress Kelly Preston, (Bottom Row) astronaut Buzz Aldrin and wife Lois Driggs Cannon attend The Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre 41st Anniversary Gala held at the Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre on August 7, 2010 in Los Angeles, California." id="currentPic" src="http://www4.pictures.zimbio.com/gi/Church+Scientology+Celebrity+Centre+41st+Anniversary+AVDeXXnMO8Rl.jpg" title="The Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre 41st Anniversary Gala" /> </div><br />What a treat to see John Travolta and Kelly Preston. Kelly, who is expecting, was radiant. They are photographed here with their guests, Buz Aldren and his wife, Lois Driggs Cannon.<br /><div id="nav"> <div id="navMain" class="_c"> <a href="http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/d1Hxwd30epR/Church+Scientology+Celebrity+Centre+41st+Anniversary/AVDeXXnMO8R"> <span id="prev" class="_c"></span></a> <span id="count"></span></div></div> <div id="picWrapper"> <img alt="Actor John Travolta (R) and daughter actress Ella Bleu Travolta attend The Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre 41st Anniversary Gala held at the Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre on August 7, 2010 in Los Angeles, California." id="currentPic" src="http://www3.pictures.zimbio.com/gi/Church+Scientology+Celebrity+Centre+41st+Anniversary+5ZGKmvk6ozgl.jpg" title="The Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre 41st Anniversary Gala" /> </div>John with his captivating and precocious daughter, Ella Bleu<br /><br /><div id="nav"> <div id="navMain" class="_c"> <a href="http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/d1Hxwd30epR/Church+Scientology+Celebrity+Centre+41st+Anniversary/5ZGKmvk6ozg"> <span id="prev" class="_c"></span></a> <span id="count"></span></div></div> <div id="picWrapper"> <img alt="Voice artist Nancy Cartwright and actress Erika Christensen attend The Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre 41st Anniversary Gala held at the Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre on August 7, 2010 in Los Angeles, California." id="currentPic" src="http://www2.pictures.zimbio.com/gi/Church+Scientology+Celebrity+Centre+41st+Anniversary+Fe1rmJ5Dub5l.jpg" title="The Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre 41st Anniversary Gala" /> </div><br />Erika again, this time with the voice of Bart Simpson, Nancy Cartwright.<br /><div id="nav"> <div id="navMain" class="_c"> <a href="http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/d1Hxwd30epR/Church+Scientology+Celebrity+Centre+41st+Anniversary/AJC3-2l-let"> <span id="prev" class="_c"></span></a> <span id="count"></span></div></div> <div id="picWrapper"> <img alt="Voice artist Nancy Cartwright and actress Kelly Preston attend The Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre 41st Anniversary Gala held at the Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre on August 7, 2010 in Los Angeles, California." id="currentPic" src="http://www3.pictures.zimbio.com/gi/Church+Scientology+Celebrity+Centre+41st+Anniversary+GManTKfrFh-l.jpg" title="The Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre 41st Anniversary Gala" /> </div><br />Nancy and Kelly<br /><div id="nav"> <div id="navMain" class="_c"> <a href="http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/d1Hxwd30epR/Church+Scientology+Celebrity+Centre+41st+Anniversary/GManTKfrFh-"> <span id="prev" class="_c"></span></a> <span id="count"></span></div></div> <div id="picWrapper"> <img alt="Actresses Kelly Preston and Jenna Elfman attend The Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre 41st Anniversary Gala held at the Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre on August 7, 2010 in Los Angeles, California." id="currentPic" src="http://www1.pictures.zimbio.com/gi/Church+Scientology+Celebrity+Centre+41st+Anniversary+wZNj9358Sdhl.jpg" title="The Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre 41st Anniversary Gala" /><br />Kelly with another famous Scientologist celebrity mom--Jenna Elfman.<br /><div id="nav"> <div id="navMain" class="_c"> <a href="http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/d1Hxwd30epR/Church+Scientology+Celebrity+Centre+41st+Anniversary/wZNj9358Sdh"> <span id="prev" class="_c"></span></a> <span id="count"></span></div></div> <div id="picWrapper"> <img alt="Singer Elena Roggero, actress Kelly Preston, actor John Travolta and singer Michele Henderson attend The Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre 41st Anniversary Gala held at the Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre on August 7, 2010 in Los Angeles, California." id="currentPic" src="http://www2.pictures.zimbio.com/gi/Church+Scientology+Celebrity+Centre+41st+Anniversary+43jjDanR-38l.jpg" title="The Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre 41st Anniversary Gala" /> </div> <!-- google_ad_section_start --> And finally, Kelly Preston, John Travolta with singer Elena Roggero and actress/singer Michele Henderson.<br /></div><br />For an overview of the event, visit the <a href="http://www.scientologynews.org/press-releases/scientology-celebrity-centre-anniversary-gala.html">Scientology News </a>site.<br /><br />As a side note, since April 2009, <a href="http://www.scientology.org/david-miscavige.html">David Miscavige</a>, ecclesiastical leader of the <a href="http://www.scientologyreligion.org">Scientology </a>religion, officiated at the grand openings of two Scientology Celebrity Centres: one in <a href="http://www.scientologynews.org/david-miscavige/scientology-today/nashville-church-of-scientology.html?link=freedom-top-navogy.html?link=freedom-top-nav">Nashville, Tennessee</a> and one in <a href="http://www.scientologynews.org/david-miscavige/scientology-today/nashville-church-of-scientology.html?link=freedom-top-nav">Las Vegas, Nevada.</a><br /><br /><br /><br /></div><br /><i>A culture is only as great as its dreams, and its dreams are dreamed by artists. — <a href="http://www.scientologyreligion.org/">Scientology</a> founder <a href="http://www.lronhubbard.org/">L. Ron Hubbard</a></i>

41st Anniversary Gala at Celebrity Centre

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Scientology Celebrity Centres

In cities where there are many artists, the centers of various entertainment industries, such as New York, London, LA, Nashville and Las Vegas, the Scientology Churches also specifically service the artist at Celebrity Centres.<br /><br /><a href="http://davidmiscavige.blogspot.com">David Miscavige</a> officiated at the grand opening of the new <a href="http://www.scientology-lasvegas.org">Church of Scientology and Celebrity Centre of Las Vegas</a> and you can watch a<a href="http://www.scientology.org/churches/churches-of-scientology.html"> video </a>of this event online on the new <a href="http://www.scientology.org">Scientology</a> site.<br /><br /><i>A culture is only as great as its dreams, and its dreams are dreamed by artists. — <a href="http://www.scientologyreligion.org/">Scientology</a> founder <a href="http://www.lronhubbard.org/">L. Ron Hubbard</a><br /><br /><br /></i>

Scientology Celebrity Centres

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UK's First Woman Sports Photographer Hy Money Exhibits at Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre London

I don't know if Hy Money is a <a href="http://www.scientologist.com.au/">Scientologist</a>, but as the United Kingdom's first woman sports photographer, she certainly qualifies as a celebrity and she is exhibiting her work at the <a href="http://www.scientology-cclondon.org/">Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre London</a>, so I felt it appropriate to blog about it here.<br /><br />For more details read the full article: <a href="http://www.johnalexwood.com/2010/03/uks-first-woman-sports-photographer-hy.html">UK’s First Woman Sports Photographer Hy Money Exhibits at Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre London </a><br /><br /><i>A culture is only as great as its dreams, and its dreams are dreamed by artists. — <a href="http://www.scientologyreligion.org/">Scientology</a> founder <a href="http://www.lronhubbard.org/">L. Ron Hubbard</a></i>

UK's First Woman Sports Photographer Hy Money Exhibits at Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre London

I don't know if Hy Money is a Scientologist , but as the United Kingdom's first woman sports photographer, she certainly qualifies a...

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Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville

Celebrity Centre Nashville was recently featured in a TV show on a local channel: <a href="http://www.wsmv.com/video/20730463/index.html">Inside Look at Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville</a><br /><br />Check it out.<br /><br /><i>A culture is only as great as its dreams, and its dreams are dreamed by artists. — <a href="http://www.scientologyreligion.org/">Scientology</a> founder <a href="http://www.lronhubbard.org/">L. Ron Hubbard</a></i>

Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville

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New Church in Music City, USA

<h2 class="subtitle"> </h2> <!-- main article image --> <div class="image-caption" style="float: left;"> <a class="thickbox initThickbox-processed" href="http://www.freedommag.org/sites/default/files/pg018-1_1.jpg" rel="photos" title="The opening day in Nashville, more than 3,000 Scientologists and guests toured the new Church of Scientology and Celebrity Centre, just a mile from "Music Row"."> <img border="0" src="http://www.freedommag.org/sites/default/files/imagecache/article-image/pg018-1_1.jpg" style="padding: 0pt 15px 5px 0pt; display: block;" /> </a> The opening day in Nashville, more than 3,000 Scientologists and guests toured the new Church of Scientology and Celebrity Centre, just a mile from "Music Row". </div> <!-- variations for different layout styles --> <!-- second article image --> <div class="articleImage2 caption"> <a class="thickbox initThickbox-processed" href="http://www.freedommag.org/sites/default/files/pg019-3_0.jpg" rel="photos" title="Church executives and special guests join Mr. David Miscavige in pulling the ribbon to officially open the doors of the Nashville Church of Scientology and Celebrity Centre."> <img alt="" class="imagecache imagecache-article-image2 imagecache-default imagecache-article-image2_default" height="91" src="http://www.freedommag.org/sites/default/files/imagecache/article-image2/pg019-3_0.jpg" title="Church executives and special guests join Mr. David Miscavige in pulling the ribbon to officially open the doors of the Nashville Church of Scientology and Celebrity Centre." width="125" /></a> <!-- don't output the caption for this one --> </div> <div class="articleIntroPara"> <p>Having traveled 20,000 miles since the opening of the Fort Harrison in mid March, Mr. <a href="http://davidmiscavige.rtc.org/eng/bio/miscavige.htm">Miscavige </a>once again officiated the ribbon cutting of yet another new Church, this one in Nashville, Tennessee-Music City, USA.</p> </div> <!-- TESTTEST --> <div class="articleLeftSideBar"> <!-- additional article images --> <div class="articleAdditionalImages caption"> <a class="thickbox initThickbox-processed" href="http://www.freedommag.org/sites/default/files/pg019-1.jpg" rel="photos" title="The opening day in Nashville, more than 3,000 Scientologists and guests toured the new Church of Scientology and Celebrity Centre, just a mile from "Music Row"."> <img alt="" class="imagecache imagecache-article-additional-images imagecache-default imagecache-article-additional-images_default" height="81" src="http://www.freedommag.org/sites/default/files/imagecache/article-additional-images/pg019-1.jpg" title="The opening day in Nashville, more than 3,000 Scientologists and guests toured the new Church of Scientology and Celebrity Centre, just a mile from "Music Row"." width="125" /> </a> </div> <div class="articleAdditionalImages caption"> <a class="thickbox initThickbox-processed" href="http://www.freedommag.org/sites/default/files/pg019-2.jpg" rel="photos" title="The following weekend, hundreds gathered in the Nashville Chapel for Sunday Services. "> <img alt="" class="imagecache imagecache-article-additional-images imagecache-default imagecache-article-additional-images_default" height="86" src="http://www.freedommag.org/sites/default/files/imagecache/article-additional-images/pg019-2.jpg" title="The following weekend, hundreds gathered in the Nashville Chapel for Sunday Services. " width="125" /> </a> </div> <!-- caption for additional images --> <div class="articleAdditionalCaption"> <table><tbody><tr><td> <p>The following weekend, hundreds gathered in the Nashville Chapel for Sunday Services.</p> </td></tr></tbody></table> </div> </div> <!-- article body --> <p>The opening of the new Church of <a href="http://www.scientology.org/home.html">Scientology </a>and Celebrity Centre Nashville, just one mile from "Music Row," drew Scientologists from across the region. Also on hand were scores of local dignitaries, residents and Hollywood celebrities. Among those who addressed the gathering were Grammy-winning composer and musician Mark Isham and actresses Anne Archer and Jenna Elfman. </p> <p>Then again, speaking to the broader significance of a Church of Scientology in the heart of Music City, Mr. <a href="http://www.rtc.org/david-miscavige.htm">Miscavige </a>dedicated the new Church: </p> <p>"The new Ideal Org and Celebrity Centre signals great things for tomorrow. And when you couple that with our ability to recover to individuals their inherent creativity, our ability to reawaken dreams and restore the power to achieve those dreams, yes, we can now make good on what L. Ron Hubbard tells us regarding the artist as creating the beauty and glory on which cultures depend.</p> <p>"And that's both what this new Church represents and why we have come to Nashville. For while Nashville is known as the heart and soul of American music, let her now fulfill her destiny and write a song that will uplift every man."</p> <p>With that, the ribbon was cut and the new Church in Music City, USA, opened to all to begin writing that new song.</p><br /><i>A culture is only as great as its dreams, and its dreams are dreamed by artists. — <a href="http://www.scientologyreligion.org/">Scientology</a> founder <a href="http://www.lronhubbard.org/">L. Ron Hubbard</a></i>

New Church in Music City, USA

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