Rosicrucian Fellowship Online Pamphlet
The Rosicrucian Fellowship:
Purpose, Aims and Activities
The Rosicrucian Fellowship is an organization composed of men and women
who are students of the Rosicrucian Philosophy as presented in The Rosicrucian Cosmo-Conception. This
philosophy is known as the Western Wisdom Teaching and presents deep insights
into the Christian Mysteries and establishes a meeting-ground of science and
religion. Its students are scattered all over the world; but their
International Headquarters is located at Oceanside, California, USA.
The Rosicrucian Fellowship has no connection with any other organization.
It was launched during the late summer and autumn of 1909, after a course of
lectures in Seattle by Mr. Max Heindel. A study center was formed and the
Headquarters were temporarily located in that city. Arrangements were also
made for publishing The Rosicrucian
Cosmo-Conception. With the issue of this work by the Rosicrucian
Fellowship,
the Association was definitely started. Study centers had been formed
previously in Columbus, Ohio, and North Yakima, Washington. These, with the
Seattle Center, constituted the physical beginning of the Fellowship in 1909,
as stated in the "Echoes from Mt. Ecclesia," of June 10, 1911, that the
permanent International Headquarters was established at Oceanside, California.
Western Widsom Teachings
The Western Wisdom School teaches that God is the Creator of our solar
system and all that exists; that in all nature a slow process of development
is constantly carried on with unwavering persistence through repeated
embodiments in forms of increasing efficient that the goal of every created
thing is perfection, which is ultimately attained by all. It emphasizes the
fact that as we sow, so shall we reap, and that it is possible for us to
hasten or retard our own soul growth by the way we live. It unfolds the whole
plan of creation from the beginning to the end, and gives specific directions
how to proceed in order to accomplish the best results in the most effective
manner. It throws light on many perplexing passages in the Bible and bridges
the chasm between science and religion by making religion scientific and
science religious. It makes no statements that are not supported by logic and
reason and it invites questions and investigations.
The true teachings of the Rosicrucians are a clear call to rectitude and
strength of character, to self-reliance, justice, unflinching courage, to
honesty, compassion -- in short, all the sterling qualities of mind and soul
which go to make a helper and saviour of men. The Western Wisdom Teachings
clarify the essential truths of Christianity: the immaculate, as opposed to
the miraculous, conception of Jesus; the duality of Jesus the man and Christ
the divine Archangel Who used his vehicles; the supreme Mission of Christ to
teach humanity the Gospel of Love, in the absence of which evolution cannot
continue, while taking upon Himself the sins of the world by clothing the
planet in His sublime desire essence; the operation of the laws of rebirth and
consequence, under which humanity must and will individually achieve
salvation. This salvation is simply but succinctly defined as the result of
knowledge of one's true self and adjusting life to spiritual principles.
The General Work of the Fellowship
The work of the Fellowship is to preach the gospel and heal the sick. This
is achieved by making the Western Wisdom Teaching available to all who are
ready to receive it and by conducting a Healing Department which enphasizes
spiritual healing along with principles of right living. The work of the
Fellowship is done through the efforts of its entire membership assisted by
Headquarters. Many friends in the world work through Centers which hold
classes in the Philosophy and in astrology, the study and teaching of which is
an integral part of the work in the Fellowship.
The Administration Building
In this building secretaries and workers carry on the basic (except
healing) part of the Work by correspondence. Here the incoming mail is
received, opened and distributed to the various departments: Philosophy,
Esoteric, Astrology, Educational, Editorial, Accounting, Foreign Language
Departments and Magazine Circulation.
The Chapel
The Mission style Chapel, also called the Pro-Ecclesia, a picturesque,
inviting sanctuary in its setting of trees and shrubs, rests in the heart of
the Fellowship, purified and hallowed by years of prayer and devotional
servkes. Services are held in the Chapel twice daily, conducted by individual
workers of the Fellowship at the beginning of their day's work and again at
its close. Morning and evening services have been held in the Chapel every day
since its dedication on Christmas Eve, 1913, by the founder of the Rosicrudan
Fellowship, Max Heindel. Healing Service, open to all, is held weekly.
The Temple
The Temple, built of white concrete, is twelve-sided to conform with the
twelve signs of the zodiac, which have a direct influence on the restoration
and maintenance of health. This building is dedicated entirely to spiritual
work, which includes devotional exercises and spiritual healing. Singing and
pipe organ music form part of each service.
Healing Department
The Healing Department Building houses the secretaries who handle all
correspondence with patients receiving attention from our spiritual Healing
Department. This work is carried on principally by means of the aid of the
Invisible Helpers, working on the invisible planes during the sleep of the
patient. Contact by patients with the Helpers is maintained by a weekly letter
to Headquarters.
The Rosicrucian Fellowship Magazine
Rays from the Rose Cross is a 48-page magazine published bi-monthly for
the purpose of emphasizing through its articles, stories, and poems, different
phases of the Western Wisdom Teachings and their practical application to
daily living. It contains the following departments: Editorial; Mystic Light
(articles and stories dealing with occult philosophy); Bible Interpretation;
Astrology; Reader's Ouestions; News Commentary; Nutrition and Health;
Children's Department. Free sample copy on request.
Print Shop and Bindery
Equipped for printing and binding magazines and pamphlets. It includes two
offset presses, photocomposer, power and hand paper cutters, paper and book
folders, stapling machine, etc.
The Cafeteria
The well-equipped dining room takes care of the culinary needs of workers,
guests, and visitors. The meals are wholly vegetarian. This room doubles as an
auditorium for music performances and gatherings on special occasions.
The Library
A free library, consisting of hundreds of good books, religious,
scientific, educational, occult, and miscellaneous, will be available to
workers and visitors upon the completed digitization of its inventory.
How Our Material Obligations Are Met
The work is carried on by means of freewill offerings. There has never
been a fixed price on our lessons. Our students and friends have always been
most generous in contributing to our material necessities.
Visitors Welcome
Visitors are always welcome at Headquarters. Reception area and bookstore
are located in the Guest House.
Correspondence Courses
Correspondence courses in Preliminary and Supplementary Philosophy, Bible,
and Astrology -- offered on a love offering basis -- are open to all who are
not professional hypnotists, mediums, palmists or astrologers.
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