During last week’s sermon (Mar 24), an extraordinary moment unfolded within our congregation, one that intertwined the realms of memory, vision, and divine manifestation. Brother Jack, as per our cherished tradition, was documenting the service when Maria, a valued member of our Many Mansions Spiritual Centre International (MMSCI) community, shared a dream that was more than just a dream—it was a window into the past and a touchstone for our faith.
Maria recounted a vivid vision where she found herself in the era just after the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Dressed in attire befitting a Roman citizen of considerable standing, she approached a group of humble individuals mourning at Christ’s tomb. Their initial curiosity about her presence was met with an explanation that transcended social and temporal divides: she was drawn by the kindness that emanated from those gathered around the sacred site. Touched by her words, a woman among the group invited Maria to witness something profound—the body of Christ, resting on a slab, surrounded by followers attending to Him with reverence and love.
As Maria detailed the scene with remarkable clarity, Reverend Douglas offered an insightful interpretation: this was not merely a dream but a soul memory, an intimate connection to a pivotal moment in our spiritual heritage. This revelation prompted a lighthearted query from Reverend Douglas about whether Maria had spotted him or any other familiar faces from our current congregation in her ancient memory. Although she had not, the conversation deepened our understanding of dreams and soul memories, suggesting that such vivid recollections could indeed be echoes of our past lives.
This shared experience took an even more miraculous turn thanks to Brother Jack’s diligent preparation of the sermon for digital dissemination. In the process of editing, a serendipitous discovery was made. As Jack reviewed the footage, rewinding to find a particular segment, he detected the faint strains of music in the background—music that had not been present during the live recording. With a mix of curiosity and technical skill, he isolated and amplified this background harmony, revealing angelic voices that none present during the sermon had heard with their own ears.
This celestial chorus, unearthed by Jack and confirmed by his wife, Sandy, was a revelation, a gift of heavenly music that underscored Maria’s profound remembrance. The absence of any musical accompaniment during the sermon, coupled with the fact that no such sounds were discernible to the participants on the call—numbering fifty-five souls—made this discovery all the more astounding. As we invite you to join our Easter service on March 31 at 1 PM, we stand at the threshold of wonder, poised to delve into the significance of the resurrection and its implications for practical spirituality and Christianity. This Easter, let us come together in anticipation of not just Reverend Douglas’s insights but the possibility of once again experiencing the divine intervention that graced our community last week.
This moment—Maria’s vivid recounting and the subsequent uncovering of angelic harmonies—serves as a poignant reminder of the closeness of the divine, the thin veil between our world and the spiritual realm. It is a testament to the presence and watchfulness of a higher power over our community, affirming our faith and the bonds that unite us across time and space.
As we gather for Easter, we do so with hearts open to the mysteries and miracles of our faith, ready to receive the blessings and lessons that await us, and grateful for the divine signs that guide and affirm our spiritual journey.