From the Hawaiian Islands – What Study Group Means to Me
Teri, Oahu: My husband Kit and I started the Kailua study group over twenty years ago. We met at our house for years and transitioned to Zoom because of Covid. This allowed for people from other islands to join our group and we’ve continued this way ever since.
I’ve attended study groups since I was young, so hosting one came naturally. Study groups are important to me because I love Jesus so much, and to be with people that share the same truths and universe points of view is so wonderful.
Jean, Oahu: I joined Teri and Kit’s group around twenty years ago. Study group is my lifeline to the universe. I get to hear other points of view, which is so important. It gets my head up out of the muck and into the larger reality of my experience.
Darla, Big Island: Study groups are my weekly check in to reality so I attend both Hawaii groups. This double dose keeps me centered.
Marian, Big Island: It is my connection to a Urantia community. I love the fellowship, the sharing in the teachings with others.
Elanor, Maui: Study group gives me an opportunity to expand my awareness of the workings of the universe and my place in it. And I love hearing other points of view.
Rob, Maui: Study group anchors me.
Geri, Maui: I’ve been part of a study group since I was a young reader, including while living in Singapore and other parts of the world. Study groups are simply a part of my life, like breathing.
Greg, New Zealand: I love study group. I travel a lot and leave Urantia Books all over so that I have them wherever I am. Maui is one of my travel places and I connected with the Kailua group through my friend Rob. I even attend these meetings when I’m home! I love everything about The Urantia Book, reading it, studying with others, talking about it. It is the core of my life.