About The National Spiritualist Summit (TNS)

Since 1919, The National Spiritualist Summit (TNS) has served as the official publication of the National Spiritualist Association of Churches (NSAC).


Published six times per year, TNS uplifts, educates, and connects the Spiritualist community through inspired articles, recurring columns, and creative expressions of Spirit.

Each issue celebrates Spiritualism’s living philosophy — uniting science, philosophy, and religion — while honoring its purpose: to educate, inspire, and affirm the continuity of life.

Recurring Columns

Each recurring column in The National Spiritualist Summit offers a unique lens into Spiritualism, inviting readers to explore healing, philosophy, ministry, education, creativity, and personal growth.

Voices of Ministry

Word Count: 400–600 words

This column features reflections from those who serve Spirit through teaching, healing, and compassionate leadership. Voices of Ministry explores what it means to walk in service — to listen, to hold space, and to act from love. Each contribution offers heartfelt perspectives on the blessings, challenges, and deeper meaning of ministry.

Mediums Circle

Word Count: 400–600 words

Mediums Circle invites readers into a sacred space where love continues beyond physical life. Through shared experiences of Spirit communication — signs, memories, and evidential messages — this column affirms the eternal bond between worlds. It reminds us that mediumship is more than delivering messages; it is an expression of enduring love and connection.

Healing Journeys

Word Count: 400–600 words

Healing Journeys explores the sacred path of renewal through energy work, spiritual reflection, and gentle presence. This column provides insight and encouragement to reconnect with Spirit’s healing flow, reminding us that wholeness is not something we earn — it is something we already carry within. Each piece becomes a moment of stillness and restoration

Natural Law

Word Count: 400–600 words

This section invites contemplation of the universal principles that govern both the visible and invisible realms of life. Rooted in the philosophy of Spiritualism, Natural Law explores divine order, Cause and Effect, Harmony, and Progress — encouraging mindful living and responsibility. Each reflection deepens our understanding of how we participate in spiritual law and contribute to the greater good.

The Lyceum

Word Count: 400–600 words

Honoring the NSAC’s tradition of lifelong spiritual education, The Lyceum encourages reflection, gratitude, and awareness. Through simple practices and thoughtful insights, this column nurtures personal growth, spiritual evolution, and an intentional relationship with Spirit — one moment at a time. It reminds us that education is a spiritual journey that unfolds continuously.

Spirit & Science

Word Count: 600–900 words

Spirit & Science bridges the worlds of faith and inquiry. This column illuminates how modern research in fields such as neuroscience and quantum physics aligns with the truths of Spiritualism. It celebrates exploration and evidence, affirming that faith and reason coexist — and that discovery itself is a sacred act of Spirit.

Soul Sparks

Word Count: 50–100 words

Short, reflective inspirations designed to nurture mindfulness and spiritual awareness. Each Soul Spark is a moment of pause — an encouragement to listen within and carry intention into the week. Rooted in Spiritualist thought and seasonal rhythms, these sparks of wisdom remind us that Spirit is always near.

Inspired Expressions

Flexible length: poetry, photography, or art submissions

Spirit expresses itself in infinite forms — through words, colors, movement, and image. Inspired Expressions is dedicated to celebrating creativity as a form of communion with the Divine. Contributors are invited to share original artwork, photography, or poetry that reflects personal connection with Spirit and celebrates the sacred spark within. 

Feature Articles

Word Count: 900–1,200 words

At the heart of every issue are feature articles aligned with the magazine’s theme. These pieces explore spiritual philosophy, history, and personal experience — offering readers meaningful insights that deepen understanding of the Spiritualist path. Feature articles are chosen for their clarity, inspiration, and contribution to the advancement of Spiritualism.

Upcoming Issue Themes & Deadlines

Submit an Article or Photograph

Writers and artists are invited to share their work. Please click the below button to download the submission form below, fill it out, and email it along with your article/photo to nsactns@nsac.org.

Submission Guidelines

Writers, ministers, artists, and photographers are warmly invited to share their work.
All submissions should reflect the philosophy and principles of Spiritualism and align with the theme or recurring section being contributed to.

Submit to: nsactns@nsac.org

Submissions are edited for clarity, length, and tone. All contributors will receive editorial collaboration and final approval prior to publication.

Our Purpose

The National Spiritualist Summit exists to preserve, celebrate, and advance the philosophy of Spiritualism — through education, evidence, and inspiration.
Every article, reflection, and creative expression in TNS is part of a shared journey toward light, understanding, and the realization of Spirit’s continuous presence in all life.