Barbara Hebert -- USA 

What a wonderful shot, Barbara and her "most recent"  grandchild Jackson 

Thank you for allowing me to share a personal reflection regarding he 12^th World Congress of the Theosophical Society held in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada in July 2025. The World Congress also celebrated the 150^th anniversary of the Theosophical Society and the 100^th anniversary of the Canadian Association. With almost 400 attendees from across the world, the Congress allowed us to visit with old friends, to meet new friends who quickly felt like old friends, and to contemplate the thoughts and ideas shared with us by fabulous speakers. We were able to come face to face with others that we had only seen and known online in various classes and programs. It was a wonderful opportunity to come together in a beautiful setting while celebrating the longevity of our organization, an organization which has had a significant impact on the world.

Maintaining Fidelity to the Founders' Vision: there is always a risk of diluting core teachings. I believe the core teachings should always be the foundation, the corner-stone of all TS efforts; that the Society should never lose sight of them. 

1. What’s your name, where are you from and how long have you been a member of the TS?

My name is Peggy Anne Heubel.  I was born in Oakland, California, USA, and raised in the Raleigh County, West Virginia, USA. I have been a member of the TS since 1976.

1. What’s your name, where are you from and how long have you been a member of the TS? 

Andrew Barker, from Seattle, Washington, and I have been a member of the TSA since at least 1983.