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Universal Spirit Center
Business Networking Group

Universal Spirit Center Business Networking Group is a fellowship of church members and congregants engaged in doing business in a variety of entrepreneurial endeavors. We have joined together for the purpose of deepening our understanding of the application of spiritual principles to the conduct of our businesses , of supporting one another in growing our businesses from a position of abundance rather than lack, and of offering our services to fellow Universal Spirit Center congregants.

The group meets monthly on the second Sunday of each month after second service. At each meeting, members reflect on the application of the Sunday message to the conduct of their business, provide a chance for each member to offer a 60 second description of their business to other members, and experience two 10-minute, in-depth presentations by members who have signed up in advance and planned their presentation for the group. Membership is free and open to all members and congregants of Universal Spirit Center who agree to be active participants in church activities and abide by the ethical and professional conduct guidelines drawn up by the group.

While no official endorsement of any business venture of any member of the group is offered by Universal Spirit Center, members are required to sign and abide by certain ethical and professional guidelines in order to become and remain a member of the group. The intended goal is to provide church members a means whereby consumers of services and providers of services can look first within our community to meet those needs before having to look outside our group.

For more information, a calendar of events, or questions about joining, please email Cherie Verber.

Financial Services

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Michele Mathieu
(email)

The Abundant Writer
www.theabundantwriter.com

Conveniently located in the Normal Heights neighborhood of San Diego

Insurance

Joel Vorensky Insurance

It's a pleasure to meet you. I've been satisfying clients' insurance needs since 1986 in San Diego County. This is a mult-line insurance brokerage which offers, a myriad of medicare, individaul, group, health plans, long term care, life, final expense, cancer, annuities, travel, motorcycle, renters, ATV, pesonal watercraft, general liability, service contracts, umbrella, and commercial coverages. I'm a broker who focuses on the changing needs and concerns of my clients. Companies like Blue Cross, Shield, AARP, Mutual of Omaha, Care1st, Secure Horizons, Aetna, Health Net, Aflac Supplemental, John Hancock, Genworth, McGraw Group (casualty & property), ING, American Equity Marketing, Allianz, Transamerica, and United Teachers. In addition, I'm a linguist, spiritual counselor/author of "I Dare to Heal Series (idaretoheal.com), a holistic teacher of five classes (peer counselor, tai chi , primal sound, rebirthing, and "Animated Laughter with Feelings" on youtube.com, please check it out), with a Bachelors Marketing, California Teaching Credential and a Master's in Psychology Human Behavior.

Joel Vorensky
(email)

Joel Vorensky Insurance
www.idaretoheal.com/insurance

6394 Rancho Mission Rd. #116
San Diego, CA. 92108

Office: 619-584-8093
Cell: 619-203-5384

Landscape Design

Anandascapes, LLC

Anandascapes, LLC is Living Exterior Design. Through our professional award winning design team, we will help you transform your cluttered, incongruent, and chaotic outdoor spaces into tranquil, serene, peaceful living “green” areas of Bliss. We understand that one of the greatest ways to connect to Spirit is through the appreciation of nature and the plant kingdom. In addition to general landscape design services we specialize in courtyards, outdoor living areas, backyards, water features, xeriscape, landscape lighting and irrigation. We also offer consultations on plant selection and in creating maintenance programs for your garden.

“Here to create your Bliss, AnandaScapes"

Joel Berlin
(email)

Anandascapes, LLC

www.anandascapes.com

619-701-9875
760-322-9875

Personal Trainer

Freedom of Fitness

Sandra Blackie, owner of Freedom of Fitness, offers the following services:
a) Healthy Weight Loss / Weight Management
b) Nutrition & Lifestyle Counseling
c) Personal Training: One-on-one or small groups
d) Health & Fitness Seminars

Freedom of Fitness offers a FIRST TIME CLIENT SPECIAL; One FREE half-hour Nutrition Consultation & 3 Personal Training sessions for $125.00 at World Gym in Pacific Beach (membership not included).

We also carry various educational products which include:
a) Our new DVD: “Feel the Freedom of Fitness: 10 Steps to Living Lean & Serene”
b) Our “Lean for Life” Cookbook
c) A Nutrition & Exercise Journal
d) A Health & Wellness Manual

For more information or to contact Sandra Blackie, call 858-273-4151 or visit our websites at www.freedomoffitness.com or www.sandrablackie.net.

Sandra Blackie, N.A.S.N., N.A.S.M., A.F.A.A., C.P.R.
Allow her to touch your life!

Psychological Counseling

Joan S. Bruner, LCSW

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a private psychotherapy practice in the Hillcrest area of San Diego, CA. Psychotherapy provides the opportunity for you to explore unconscious or deeply buried thoughts, feelings, and behaviors so that you can bring them to your conscious awareness. With awareness comes choice to make the changes you want. Therapeutic work involves the healing of body, mind and spirit. My experience includes 30 years of clinical work with individuals, couples and families. I accept payment from most major insurance companies. Evening hours are available.

LCS 13114

Joan S. Bruner, LCSW
(email)

619-291-3931

2830 Fourth Avenue
San Diego, CA 92103

Real Estate

Bright Star Realty

Buying or selling your next San Diego area home or investment property can be the single most important transaction in your life. Therefore, it is important you work with someone who has the hands-on experience, professional expertise and personal integrity to make your next San Diego real estate transaction pleasurable and stress-free.

Pam Alexandra, MA, MBA is a Real Estate Broker with Bright Star Realty and her passion is helping first-time homebuyers realize the dream of owning a home in San Diego; working with home owners to move up in the market or down-size for retirement; and helping investors find the perfect property to meet their unique investment needs.

If you are considering buying or selling real estate, please don't hesitate to contact Pam Alexandra, she’d love to work with you!

Pam Alexandra
(email)

BrightStarRealty.com

Telephone: 619-284-8755
Fax 619-600-0076

By Appointment Only:
3443 Camino del Rio South
Suite 202, San Diego, CA 92109

California Broker #01820808

Bright Star Realty

At Bright Star Realty, we're casual, low-key, and easy to get along with, but at the same time we’re tough-as-nails when negotiating on your behalf... we know there’s always a win/win in every situation, and we’re determined to find it!

We're a small, independent brokerage, and we’re unencumbered by the rigid policies and procedures of the “big guys.” We can and do respond quickly and efficiently to the ever-changing real estate market to protect your interests and fulfill your needs.

Throughout his life, Dane Christensen has invested and advised friends and colleagues in their real estate investments… it’s always been in his blood. Before launching his career in real estate, Dane was a successful marketing executive, where he garnered many accomplishments, accolades and awards, including two AMYs, the top award of the American Marketing Association.

As a realtor, Dane is passionate about delivering top-notch service and he brings his understanding of the San Diego real estate market and property values, his expertise in marketing and his strong negotiating skills to offer you the best possible service and representation when buying or selling your home.

Dane Christensen
(email)

BrightStarRealty.com

Telephone: 858-535-1521
Fax 619-600-0076

By Appointment Only:
3443 Camino del Rio South
Suite 202, San Diego, CA 92109

California Broker #01820808

Senior Services

Casa Rosa Assisted Living

Casa Rosa provides a helpful and caring environment for senior citizens who need a bit of help in their daily living. It is our goal to assist you toward comfort, safety and friendship that you desire in your elder years. Call Dana Woods, our Administrator, to find out more about life at Casa Rosa Assisted Living. We are located on the beautiful Point Loma Peninsula area of San Diego.

24 hour Personal Assistants
Private Rooms
One level floor
Ramps to Entries
Local Outings & Events
Healthy Meals & Snacks
Maid service
Custom Care Plans
Daily Living Assistance by Caring Helpers
Licensed Nurse to Help With Medicines & Care Plans
Safety, Comfort, Respect & Excellent Personal Care
Are The Primary Goals of The Household.

RCFE # 374601285

Dana Woods, Administrator
(email)

www.casarosarcfe.com

Casa Rosa Assisted Living
1039 Santa Barbara Street
San Diego, CA 92107

Phone: 619-223-1451; Fax: 619-223-1422

Vacation Rentals

Very Vallarta

Very Vallarta focuses on providing travel information on Puerto Vallarta to people looking for a perfect vacation in old colonial Mexico blended with modern infrastructure and stunning beaches.

We help guests find vacation rental condos in a variety of locations, at prices suitable to every budget, and assist them in all aspects of getting around in and enjoying Puerto Vallarta. Our love of this beautiful city and our focus on helping others experience it, coupled with ownership of several condos there ourselves, motivated us to start this business putting people together with outstanding accommodations.

Cherie Verber
(email)

www.VeryVallarta.com

Telephone: 619-733-5128

By appointment only:
3443 Camino del Rio South
Suite #202, San Diego, CA 92108.

Website Design

Global Reality Web Design

Helping small business owners in San Diego enter the world of global commerce while pursuing their passion. Our vision is making it profitable to follow your dreams and begin doing what you love to do. Our services include website design, graphic design of logos, flyers, brochures, business design and promotional items, as well as training on computer systems to market yourself successfully. So play your way to a better future for yourself and those around you.

We also believe that communities work together to make a difference in the lives of others and assist small business owners in doing the same through donating 10% of all profits to the charity of choice made by each individual customer. Together we can make a difference while watching your business soar.

Call for a free consultation. Why stay small, go global!

Business hours from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm Monday - Friday

Mary K. Jacobs
(email)

www.GlobalRealityWebDesign.com

619-255-8688 or 619-249-9404

PO Box 16570
San Diego, CA 92176