DEARLY Beloved:

As you march along in your paths, there are those things which assail you that fill your hearts with misgivings and suffering and fear.

It is at these times of sorrow when the whole strength of the soul must be called upon. It is at these times that only God can help us, only His loving care can alleviate the pain; but from out of deep travail you emerge strengthened and glorified.

It is only stress and adversity that tries the sinews of the soul. What is the need of reinforcements when there is no enemy to battle? What is the need of storm doors when the sun shines?

As each man meets and grapples and vanquishes the adversaries of sin, doubt, misery and sorrow, does he strengthen his soul and grow in spirit.

Every day brings those things by which man can learn to apply his spiritual knowledge.

As man grows in spirit so he finds himself gaining in powers to help himself and to help others.

A concerted group of consecrated souls, striving to produce harmony and happiness and healing can accomplish those miraculous things attributed only to the Masters of the White Brotherhood.

A concerted group of consecrated souls sincerely striving toward these things become members of the White Brotherhood.

Oh Dearly Beloved Father:

Bless those who hear these words, fill their hearts with purity of purpose and sincerity toward universal good.

Lift them in consciousness to that place where their united thoughts and prayers will help to bring harmony and happiness and healing to others. AMEN.

As we hear these words may each one of you take the vow to consecrate yourselves to this service. In this we bless you in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Ghost. AMEN. —Through “Mary and Marta—Oregon.”