About the International Theosophical Centre in Naarden (formerly Huizen) the Netherlands

[Katinka Hesselink]

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This summer I spent nearly a month at the ITC in Naarden to work in the library there. I had a lovely time. I'm happy to report that the interpersonal atmosphere has improved greatly, compared to a few years ago when I was also a regular volunteer there.

Like the whole TS, the ITC is in transition. Last weekend there was a 'friends day' where we discussed the future and mission of the centre. Those present agreed that it was time for more openness and a changed program. The character as an 'ashram' or 'spiritual centre' will be maintained, but the aim is to encourage meditation more and create and host programs that really help practice the three objects of the TS.

There are lots of issues to be addressed to be able to make such a transition, but I'm hopeful that the main points will be overcome.

The images above were made by me on the centre itself and in the surrounding neighbourhood. I tried catching the light, which was particularly beautiful this year. I hope some of the beauty of the place came through.

[Janeth]

Lovely pictures, Katinka; thanks a lot for sharing this with us!! ☺

[Katinka Hesselink]

I've understood that it was always Naarden, but it was Huizen for the post - something to do with changing lines between municipalities (if that's the right word).

The area is, at any rate, between the towns Naarden and Huizen, but quite out of the way of each.

[Laramay Thorne]

Yes, the beauty of the place did come through. Thank you for your thoughtful post, I have always wondered what the place looked like! Can you tell my why the name was changed from Huizen?
:-) Lara-May