March 1 meditation meeting with Deborah Merwin, an Isian Priestess, interfaith minister, and founder of the Isis of Philae Lyceum, as guest speaker, talking about “Spiritual Food for Thought.”

The meeting will start with a 30-minute meditation at 6:30 p.m. at 480 N. Co. Hwy. 393, Santa Rosa Beach, one-half mile north of Hwy. 98. The ECMS is ecumenical and does not follow any religion. There is no charge.

“There are myriad ways to live a spiritual life and one of those ways is to be mindful that whatever we think, say, or do can have an impact on the world around us in ways we might least expect,” says Merwin. “In the process of becoming more self-aware we often discover new information that can change our view about familiar topics such as food.

“Because food is an essential part of daily living, all of us are constantly making choices about what we eat. Yet many caring, thoughtful people are clueless about how their food choices may be adversely affecting their health, the environment, and animal welfare. It is essential for us all to learn more about what is in our food, where it comes from, and who profits from the sales. This talk will offer information about local organic food clubs, GMO's, seed confiscation, and factory farming.”

Merwin is a holistic health counselor, reiki practitioner and quantum biofeedback specialist who now offers “Quantum-wave Laser pain relief” sessions. She and a partner opened Destin’s Feelin’ Good Health Food Store in 1986, and she became director of the Feelin’ Good Wellness Center in 2006. She has been facilitating local spiritual drama groups for 25 years.

The evening will conclude with a short guided meditation. The ECMS meets on the first and third Thursday of every month except July and August. Anyone who needs instruction should arrive by 6:15 p.m. For information contact Nancy James, nancyjames@embarqmail.com.