Dear Java,

You wrote:
When I wrote of members whose postings carry special significance, I had you in
mind. You have been very open about your path and of your doubts about the
Lectorium and its requirements.

Cathy:
What a nice thing to say. Thank you. I had thought you were referring to only
the moderators' post as having "substance." I've often felt I should have not
been so open and almost argumentative about the parts of the teachings with
which I could not resonate, but Hans has never been reluctant to post my doubts
and objections about certain parts of the teachings.

Java:
Like you, I have not attended a conference or a temple service of the School,
and while I think it important to eventually participate at that level, nothing
prevents me from accomplishing the vital work that must take place within me, in
the present.

Cathy:
I'm sure it could be beneficial to attend in the sense of "two or more gathered
together in my Name." Any group, such as AA, finds support and inspiration when
being with those of like-mind who share similar beliefs. On the other hand, I
do not want to feel there is a place I can go to (or "have" to go to) for the
Gnosis nor that others who are not "true believers" to use Erich Hoffer's
words are shut out from the radiation of the Gnosis. There is a group energy
which can be used for good or ill. What happens within one's one Heart has to be
the essential.
Your post reminds me that whether I get to the Temple or not, there is much for
me to do presently (while I am undecided about joining) in order to attune
myself to the Gnosis in terms of self-surrender to The Christ within.

Java:
In the end, I am indebted to you and all members of this group who have given
voice to my doubts, fears, hope and faith, as I struggle to free myself from
this nature of death.

Cathy:
And I am grateful to you for your posts!