Why I Became A Teacher, by Sandy Roerig (August 2016)

I made it. I am now an accredited TCC teacher. What a journey from my first class just over two years ago. I don’t remember when I chose to become a teacher. But I do know that it came to me slowly – only after I started studying Justin Stone’s Spiritual Odyssey. I initially rebelled, but when I finally started reading this book my heart was joyous. Justin’s gleanings from his study of the old eastern religions are the same as my gleanings from the world’s newest religion, the Baha’i Faith, my faith. Spiritual Odyssey spoke to me.

Let me be clear: TCC is not a religion. Yet Justin Stone’s background is steeped in these religions, and that spirituality shines through in his writings. These basic beliefs are true today. It is this inherent spirituality in TCC that calls me to teach. I want to share this heartfelt Joy, this oneness of humanity, with others. That is why I became an accredited TCC teacher.