Temporary Categories Until the Mission is Manifested in Full

 
After much discussion, the Round Table has developed a new, more organized, and more beautiful set of names for the different categories in the Mission.  This system will be temporary and only used until full manifestation of the final Hierarchy.  The categories are listed briefly below, with more detailed explanations following:

1.      Lights in Darkness – The whole of humanity

2.      Light Seekers – Members

3.      Light Bridges – Contacts

4.      Light Bearers – Contacts who work actively in spreading
         the Mission

5.      Light Workers – Those who come close to the Mission
         Center and become part of its executive body and/or staff

6.      Light Guides – Leaders and Teachers

7.      Lights in Light - Elders

Lights in Darkness

There is Light (the Essence of God) in every human.  However, those who do not accept the Mission and Maitreya are lost in darkness (Maya, ego, the illusion of separation from Him).  They are the Lights in Darkness.  This was previously known as unofficial Member, as everyone (all unit consciousnesses) in the world (universe) is a member of the Mission, whether they realize it or not.  Symbolically, this category is related to the first chakra (sleeping Serpent or Kundalini).  Although the Light is in man, he cannot see it (The Light Shines in Darkness and Darkness comprehends it not).

Light Seekers

Once a person sees the Vision, he joins the Mission and begins his struggle back towards God (Light).  He is a Light Seeker (official Member).  The people in this category have awakened their Spiritual Forces (Kundalini) or the Light in the Darkness (first chakra) and are seeking the Greater Light.

This position is open to anyone who loves the Mission and wishes to be part of it.  The expectations for Light Seekers are:

• Study, learn, and live by the teachings (follow the Eternal Divine Path)

• Spread the teachings to the best of their ability

• Meditate, perform The Reminder, and do other spiritual practices recommended by Maitreya

• Attend daily and weekly services on Paltalk

• Attend and participate in the Monthly Members Meeting, preferably with a microphone

• Pay tithes (for instructions on how to pay your tithes and/or automatic recurring payments for tithes, go to the donations page or send an email to the Mission at tithes@maitreya.org)

• Other recommendations can be found at the Join Us page

If a Light Seeker would like to send in a report of his activities for the Newsbrief, he may do so.  However, it is not required. 

Light Bridges

Light Bridges are those who officially connect others to the Mission and God (Light).  They reach out to the Lights in Darkness, communicate with newcomers in their areas, and direct them to the website and the Source.  They are Bridges to the Light (the first of the two types of Mission Contacts).  This category is related to the third chakra.  Although such people have awakened their Spiritual Forces and recognized the Mission as Light, they choose simply to connect others to what they have found and Know is the Light (Mission). 

A Light Seeker (Member) can apply to become a Light Bridge after enough time has passed to demonstrate their sincerity and understanding (usually about six months).  They will be given a questionnaire, and their activities as a Light Seeker will be looked at.  If they have shown themselves to be dedicated, been active in Paltalk, paid their tithes regularly, and done effective work for the Mission (bore Fruit), they will likely be accepted, and their name will be added to the Contacts list on the website. 

Light Bridges are expected to send in reports for the Newsbrief when they have something to share (if someone has contacted them, they have done some outreach work, etc.).

Light Bearers

If Light Bridges prove themselves to be exceptionally dedicated, and spread the Light of the Mission to their community and the world, they become Light Bearers (the second type of Mission Contacts).  Light Bearers demonstrate a deep understanding of Maitreya’s teachings, are struggling with pure intentions to submit themselves completely to God’s Will, have given much Fruit with consistent monthly reports, etc.  If they manifest these qualities, they have created Light in themselves and are able to spread it around and connect others to the Mission, Maitreya, and God.  They are in their fourth chakra.  They have experienced Light and so can impart it to others.  They have almost overcome their lower nature (the first three chakras)!

Light Bearer is not a category that can be applied for.  The Mission will select them from exemplary, long-term Light Bridges.  In the process of selection, a Light Bridge may be given a questionnaire, be asked to visit the Center or attend a Feast of Tabernacles, or other steps necessary to assess their devotion and abilities.  After someone is chosen, it is up to them to accept the added level of dedication or not.  If they accept, they must make a covenant with Maitreya (Mission) (if they have not done so already), and will be listed as a Light Bearer on the Contacts list. 

Light Bearers are expected to send in a report for the Newsbrief every month.  These reports should always have some results to share, and not simply be a paragraph of text to fulfill an obligation.  Since Light Bearers are actively engaged in spreading the Mission, it should be easy for them to send monthly reports.

These first three categories, Seeker, Bridge, and Bearer, fall under the ‘support group’ described in the essay “Covenant with God, or the Mission of Maitreya (Maitreya)” (Supplements, THOTH). 

Light Workers

From the Light Bearers, the executive body and staff (workers) for the Mission will emerge.  They are the Light Workers.  They can be compared to the fifth chakra.  They have overcome their lower nature and are now dedicated 100% to God.  They have been touched by God!

If a Light Bearer wishes to devote himself completely to Mission work, he might be Called to become a Light Worker.  If he accepts the Call, he sheds his worldly attachments and obligations.  The Mission becomes his job and the focus of his life.  Light Workers will be flexible as the Mission progresses towards its full Manifestation.  For example, at this time, the Mission cannot support any full-time employees (unless their expectations are very low and their lifestyle is extremely simple).  In the future we hope the Mission will have enough resources to fully employ as many Light Workers as is needed.  However, for the time being, Light Workers must support themselves and be independent, while still helping the Mission as much as they can.

Light Guides

From the Light Workers, those with leadership, teaching, or other exceptional and important abilities will emerge.  Using these skills, they will guide the Mission administration and activities, as well as guide others according to God’s Will.  They collectively will guide humanity towards a greater understanding of Maitreya’s teachings and God’s Plan for the universe.  They are the Light Guides (The Guiding Lights).  They are comparable to the sixth chakra as they are Manifesting the Light (God) to humanity.  They are close to being One with God!

The Light Guides will clearly emerge from the Light Workers.  They will become the approved Mission teachers (if it is felt that teachers are needed) and leaders.

These two categories, Worker and Guide, are the “Light Workers” described in the essay “Covenant with God, or the Mission of Maitreya (Maitreya)” (same essay as the one linked above). 

Lights in Light

From the Light Guides will emerge the Elders (The Round Table).  The Elders will oversee, advise, and correct the entire system.  Their wisdom and understanding flows directly from God.  They are surrendered and submitted to His Will, and channel His Light.  They began as Lights in Darkness, struggled for many lifetimes to return to the Lord, and are now Lights in Light.  They are comparable to the Seventh Chakra.  They are One with God.  A thin thread keeps them on earth.  They have no worldly desire but to Serve God and Manifest His Will.

Lights in Light will be the head of the Facilitating Body.

Not only do these names have great symbolic meanings, and reaffirm that humanity is One (all the names have Light in them, connecting everyone to each other and to God), but they are also easy to remember and distinguish.  Since each of the main categories has “Light” as the first word, they can be referred to by the second word only, if so desired, with “Light” becoming implied.  So, the categories are: Seeker, Bridge, Bearer, Worker, Guide.  Both unofficial Members and Elders (Lights in Darkness and Lights in Light) are outside of the Hierarchy itself, so their names are different.  This makes the system very logical, intuitive, and easy to understand. 

These seven categories will allow us to form the Facilitating Body to manifest the ultimate Hierarchy.  However, none of these activities will be complete without realizing that we have two other categories necessary for the Kingdom of God to be fully realized.  These two categories are: The Greatest Light, and The Ultimate Light.  The Greatest Light is the First Begotten Son, which is the focus on earth (manifested world), and The Ultimate Light is God or Pure Consciousness, which is the focus in heaven.  In order to create the Kingdom Of Heaven On Earth, the focus is the First Begotten Son.  In order to reach Pure Consciousness, the focus is God.  Together, these are the Source from which all Light shines.  With these two added, the system is as follows:

1.      Lights in Darkness

2.      (Light) Seekers

3.      (Light) Bridges

4.      (Light) Bearers

5.      (Light) Workers

6.      (Light) Guides

7.      Lights in Light

8.      The Greatest Light

9.      The Ultimate Light

If anything is unclear, or you have any questions about the system, please email us at questions@maitreya.org. 

Remember that, like anything else, these titles and categories should never become a source of separation or ego trips.  On the path to Pure Consciousness, no spirit is more or less than any other; we are all Divines (Lights), and One with the Creator and each other. 

However, for us to be effective, it is important to distinguish the different jobs in the Mission and understand everyone’s responsibilities, progress, and Dharma.  All of these names are beautiful, and should be a source of joy and harmony, not discord.  In the Final stage we are the Essence of God, and shall return to Him, but we have separate parts to play! 

All thanks to the Father.

Note: Remember that it is not required or even expected of everyone to become Light Bridges, Light Bearers, or any other position.  There are some who would prefer to serve as Light Seekers (Members), and do not have the skills or desire to go any further.  It is not a race to the top!  You should have been born for the position you will emerge into!  As long as you are truly following the Eternal Divine Path and doing what God Wills for you, nothing more is needed.  On the other hand, at this time in the Misson’s development we would like to have Contacts in as many places as possible, to spread the teachings far and wide.  Therefore, we would encourage everyone to at least try and become a Light Bridge.  Remember also that these positions are privileges, not rights; if someone lags too much in his obligations, he can and will be returned to a lower level of service.