LIFE STORIES

We acknowledge and honor each person's sacred journey back to his or her Godself. May you find these true life-stories, which speak of the power of God's love to transform our lives, uplifting and encouraging.

My Husband's Passing
By Betty Shimabukuro

In 1987, my husband, Masao and I met Divine Mother in Hawaii. After our first meeting, we used to go to her home to meditate on the first Sunday of every month. We were so fortunate to have been given the mantra. (Read More)

Learning to Love Myself
By Cathy Oda

Growing up, I tried to be the "good girl" by doing and saying the right things. I felt for my mother having seen how much energy my three older brothers required. I didn't want my parents to have to worry about me. I felt for my brothers, for I felt like they got the brunt of my father's rage. (Read More)

My Son's Passing: A Celebration of Love
By Edith Sakai

EDITH SAKAIIt's not easy being a mother who's lost a thirty-one year old son—my only child. This happened to me on May 17, 1999. Divine Mother had spoken of "when the big wave comes..." I am currently making plans for the inurnment and making decisions every mother should be spared—like what to do with his clothing, how to go about closing his bank accounts, what to say to his friends. (Read More)

Travel in Europe with Divine Mother
By Elizabeth Kunimoto

Being with Divine Mother for nearly three weeks in Europe was a privilege of a lifetime. We were able to experience a microcosm of how our beloved spiritual leader takes the Light to the world—through her Love, devotion, and unfaltering commitment to her highest vision. (Read More)

Finding My Voice
By Gary Barlough

During my childhood I remember having very loving parents, and very creative desires and inspirations. My brother and I could and would make just about anything we could think of to make. As I grew older I remember that this closeness to something inside slowly grew farther and farther away. (Read More)

Gratitude for a Second Chance and
Opportunity to Change
By Jim Petroff

By 1983, my thirty-five-year life had become filled with anger, frustration and confusion. I really needed God in my life, but didn't realize it. (Read More)

Healing and Wholesomeness
By John Christianson

When I first met Divine Mother, I was awe-struck that she had given up her entire life and a flourishing career to spread the Light to the world. Little did I know how completely Divine Mother, was to transform my entire life. This testimonial is offered in gratitude to Divine Mother. (Read More)

Dreams Do Come True
by Jon and Jane Anderson

Dreams really do come true, and the strength of prayer is so real. To be able to witness the power of Divine Mother's Love yet again, was truly a blessing. (Read More)

Divine Mother, Breaker of the Chains
By Joyce Volen

All my life I longed to know and love God. I remember as a child feeling voiceless, powerless and afraid of my father who was abusive. I remember finding refuge in my room and in crying to God for help. (Read More)

Surviving A Stroke
By Karen Harimoto

I was an only child and grew up lonely and troubled. My parents always seemed to be fighting, and I do not recall ever being hugged, kissed or told that I was loved. I remember when I was about four or five years old, going out into the yard, looking up at the sky and asking God, “Why am I here?” (Read More)

Recovering from Abuse
By Kay Day

To look at the apparently normal, successful businesswoman that I appeared to be on the surface, one would never guess at the years of sexual, emotional and mental abuse that I had suffered since childhood. I had become a master of denial. (Read More)

Uncovering Love
By Lane Nakamura

When I was still a young boy, I met Divine Mother. From the very moment I sat in front of her, I could feel her Love. Just being in her presence gave me a feeling of safety and peace that I never experienced before. (Read More)

Overcoming Fear and Anger
By Leni Davis

Praising God is the only way I can give thanks for the miracles in my life. It is such a joyful occasion to be given the opportunity to show my deep gratitude for what Divine Mother has done for me. (Read More)

Beyond Physical Pain
By Pamela Chun-Ganske

When I met Divine Mother in 1992, I was stuck in an unhappy, paranoid and suffering life. I was working for my father's company, and dealing with his oppressive domination. I couldn't even speak with my father due to my fear of him. (Read More)

Finding Courage
By Roberta Christianson

For most of my fifty years of living, I have never really been happy. Since my childhood days in Hawaii I was a prisoner to my fear, panic, and despair about life. I felt isolated and lonely and could never escape the pain of a dysfunctional childhood in which an abusive...(Read More)

A Wholesome Self—A Wholesome Family
By Sarah Christianson

Since moving to Hawaii, I feel as though I have lived a lifetime. Truly, the Grace that I have received has been incredible. (Read More)

Travel in Europe with Divine Mother
By Stephen Lee

When I left Honolulu for Europe, I was surprised to see Spiritual Family members Michael and Linda Lau, who came to the airport to see me off. They were so happy for me; and they sent me off on my trip with two beautiful leis. It was a long trip, but no problem. It gave me an opportunity...(Read More)

Becoming Aware of the Truth Within
By Sudhir Mehta

As the last five years have gone by, Divine Mother's Love and devotion to guide us towards our relationship to God have moved me towards true happiness and joy of living. (Read More)

Travel in Europe with Divine Mother
By Tad Kunimoto

If I were to identify one slice of my life that meant the most to me, I would have to say that the three weeks that we spent in Geneva and London with Divine Mother would be the most precious time of my life. (Read More)

A Journey to Freedom
By Tatou Mehta

My hair has grown and fallen out many times since the time I was 13, at times leaving me completely bald. I felt a constant, underlying fear of the wind, tripping, babies that might pull hair, children that might play rough, or the one false move that would send...(Read More)

Healing My Vietnam War Experience
By Ted Kanamori

I know that everyone who sat in front of Divine Mother, experienced the pure unconditional Love that only God can give. I also am very fortunate to have experienced her Love personally. Never ever could I have imagined anyone could love me so much, because I was always searching...(Read More)

A New Beginning
By Val Valentine

I first met Divine Mother in October 1990 when I was forty-six years of age. Peter, my husband, had met her when he was in Honolulu in May 1990. Upon returning home to Australia, he told me of her. His behavior was so changed from his previous ways, that I wanted to meet her and...(Read More)