Author Biography
Glenn Edward Chaffin has studied and taught New Thought principles for well over forty-five years. He has been an avid student and proponent of the writings and philosophy of Ralph Waldo Emerson since 1966. Glenn began his study of the Science of Mind, by Ernest Holmes in 1967. These two authors have had the greatest influence on his life, and their writings provide the foundation for his understanding of the teachings of Jesus. In 1975, Rev. Chaffin began his ministry in Minnesota, where he resides with his wife, three children and three grandchildren. Professional Experience Print & Publications Coordinator, science of mind publications, los angeles, ca 1974-1975 Founding Minister, New Thought Church of religious science, long lake, Mn 1975 - 2008 Rev. Chaffin provided pastoral care to his congregation and community from a beautiful rural church in the midst of Minnesota's fields and woodlands. Here he honed his philosophy and built a thriving wedding chapel, providing a spiritual setting for many who were not able to marry in the area's more traditional churches. In this idyllic setting, Education University of Nevada - Las Vegas: BA, Philosophy 1969 - 1973 United Church of Religious Science - School of Ministry: RScP, RScF 1973 - 1975 United Church of Religious Science - Ordination 1979 University of Minnesota - Professional Development, Philosophy 2010 - 2011