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Two weeks after the death of Albert Schweitzer on
September 14th, 1965, a teacher, Joseph, came through
the mediumship of Beatrice Brunner and talked of his
passing. He was the theologian, philosopher and
musician from Alsace, specialist in the works of J.S.
Bach who in mid-career took up medical studies, became
a doctor and spent the rest of his life in Africa
caring for the sick, giving occasional organ recitals
to raise funds for his hospital. His rescue work was
in this world, healing victims of leprosy and sleeping
sickness. He won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1952. This
is what was said by the spirit teacher:-
“God had shown his approval of this man, and had
granted him a long life [1875-1965]. He was not
spared tribulation – but any man of faith has to prove
his total commitment to serving his fellow-men, even
in the face of trouble and personal danger. To pass
the test, he must overcome all obstacles. Moreover a
man of his stature will be open to criticism, for
whatever level of spiritual development he may have
reached, certain weaknesses may still cling to him –
human weaknesses which have to be overcome but which
are on the whole unimportant in the eyes of heaven.
What finally matters is what he has achieved.
When such a man devotes his whole life to the
selfless service of others, he will not be without the
blessing of heaven. Human beings should rejoice to
know that a man so gifted has come to live amongst
them. But accomplishments on this scale in one
lifetime can only be accounted for in terms of the
harvest of previous incarnations, for in a world where
evil is so powerful it is necessary to be
well-prepared if one is to carry out one’s work.
Trusting in God, and endowed with a divine blessing as
well as his own powers of endurance, this man has been
able to give the world an unforgettable example.
I will now tell you about his homecoming.
Heavenly spirits came to welcome him. They clothed
him in precious garments and led him over the
threshold of heaven, supporting his steps for, like
all newly arrived souls, he was confused and unsteady.
Yet he was enjoying his new surroundings, marvelling
at their splendour and glory. Essentially a modest
man of simple tastes, he was suddenly finding himself
in a place of great magnificence. One after the
other, the angels who had escorted him gave him an
embrace, and he heard them say: ‘He was come back
again, and his life was prolonged because he gave
himself in service to humanity.’
But his soul was still confused by the tremendous
change it had experienced. The spirits led him to a
couch. Here he was to sleep and regain the strength
needed for true enjoyment of this new life. Spirits
stood watch over him. They rubbed his forehead and
hands with special oils. The brave soul sank into a
deep sleep. His sleep lasted a relatively short time,
for he did not require the long period needed by most
other souls.
When he opened his eyes again, the angelic beings
took him by the hand and helped him to rise. Only
then did he become fully conscious of his
surroundings. He could only exclaim in wonder,
thanking God for his amazing reception. Then be
begged to be taken to Jesus, from whom he had received
the vital energy enabling him to fulfil his life’s
task. He was told ‘It will not be long before you can
thank Him in person. He, too, hjas rested on the
couch you have just left. We brought it here for you,
because you deserved a special token of gratitude.’
The angels then led him to the beautiful garden.
There he found many things to marvel at, and in
particular a pavilion covered by a canopy which had
been specially prepared for him. He was invited to
rest in this pavilion until his eyes had become
adjusted to the brilliant light of this sphere it
would also be a suitable place for conversation. So
he followed his guides into the pavilion and sat down
beside them.
His eyes were full of wonder as he took in the
splendour of his surroundings, and noticed the
flowering shrubs and the little huts, like those in a
tropical forest. An angel spoke to him: ‘Do you know
that this garden was laid out in your honour? We
started preparing to welcome you will in advance.’
He found himself remembering his earthly life in
Africa. Then his attention was drawn to the word
WELCOME spelt in several languages by means of
diminutive flowers planted in moss: a word with which
he had often been greeted by the porrest of the poor
whom he had tried to help. The whole ground was
carpeted with fine moss, in which these tiny, delicate
flowers were saluting his return to the celestial
realms.
The angels also showed him a long table laid out
and decorated as for a feast. They told him that
visitors would be arriving from all parts of the
Kingdom to greet him and to celebrate his return – a
cause of great joy for them all. He willingly went up
to the table to admire the decorations and the rich
vessels, though he really felt that it was all rather
ostentatious. But it was explained to him that he had
brought nonour not only on himself but also on the
whole of Heaven – a good son, coming home to receive
his share of heavenly bliss.
He was delighted to learn that he would be able
to visit other spheres. On his first excursion, he
heard the sound of harps and flutes – music that was
familiar to him. Another time, celestial musicians
were playing the organ and harmonium; they persuaded
him to join them and play with them.
But his greatest wish was to thank the one who
had made it possible for him to fulfil his task on
earth. It was therefore arranged that he should
invite his Lord and Master to a feast, together with
his friends. At the Lord’s arrival he himself would
play music which on earth had renewed his strength
time and time again, and had turned his thoughts from
everyday affairs to inner exaltation, so that he would
feel himself transported to another world.
Meanwhile, he was beginning to experience the joy
and bliss of the celestial world. There would be a
long pause before he would take on a fresh assignment,
for until he had fully experienced the glory of heaven
no new duties would be expected of him. He was a
child of God, coming home after a life in his Father’s
service.”
Reviewed from “Gestige Welt” Zurich, 1965.
Professor Hinz point out in his book “The Corner
Stone” :- People discover their “true security in
God. Lacking belief in God, some will find this
difficult. But for those who attain it, spiritual
security brings rejuvenation, health and happiness.
To achieve this true security, this peace of mind and
heart, people need an inner oneness with the Father.
We need a knowledge of divine law and an understanding
of God’s plan.” Albert Schweitzer had round this.
Beatrice Brunner was one of several ordinary
housewives living in different countries who in the
mid-twentieth century had contact with the other side.
There was Eileen Caddy at Findhorn and Rosemary
Brown with her music from the classical composers in
Great Britain, The Homebringing teachings in Germany,
Illiana of Brookfield, MA in the USA, and earlier in
the 1930s Grace Cooke who with her White Eagle
teachings founded a Christian Spiritualist church.
There have been many male mediums with their own
teachings and centers, such as David Jevons, an
airline pilot who brought through the Ramala teachings
at Glastonbury, but who now has connections with Satya
Sai Baba. Unfortunately there have been an equal
number of evil cults which may have started out with
good intentions but led to corruption, suicide of
members and all forms of abuse. One only has to
mention Jim Jones in the USA, formerly a medium and
healer turned psychotic despot, and “The Family” of
Anne Hamilton-Byrne in Australia, who started out with
Psychic Researcher Raynor Johnson’s approval, but
whose later abuse of power led to cruelty and the
breaking of every spiritual (and material) law. She
also became involved with Muktananda’s Siddha Yoga
organization. So as always, it is “buyer beware”
but unfortunately, in the case of innocent children
and genuine but desperate seekers looking for
answers, it is easy to be led up the garden path. So
in our rescue work, we pray for them too, not just the
earthbounds and those in limbo. Richard TCR
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