WOMEN AS SERVERS
The idea of women playing any role outside the home was strongly
opposed in the community where I grew up. That was a long time ago
and things have changed. But I didn't wait for the change. I had the
strong desire to work for the upliftment of humanity, and that's what I
set out to do
The courage to do this came from being very clear about my spiritual
identity. In point of fact, I am neither male nor female. I am a soul, the
child of God, currently inside a female form. I was also very clear about
my aim, and concerned about how to be of more service to others.
The world has never looked to women for help in solving its problems.
Instead it has turned to those of great authority, to scholars and to the
very wealthy. This has been the crucial mistake.
The mother's role is to awaken the children with great love and prepare
them for the rest of the day. She is their support, She nurtures.
Generally it is attachment to the home and children which prevent
women from fulfilling their calling. To go beyond that attachment is no
small accomplishment. To go beyond the fear of what society will
say is no less.
My relationship with God gave me such internal power that I was not
intimidated by social convention. The spirit was strong and so withstood
all external pressures and influences.