Numerous members can be seen working at the service on any given Sunday; many more can be found working behind the scenes on such ongoing tasks as repairing, cleaning, gardening, raising funds, organising social activities and aiding in the continuous research at the Sanctuary.

The Open Door members also play together. There are various activities to participate in, from philosophy night, book club, crafts and fancy dress parties to Sanctuary getaways. Together, the members of the Open Door community share joy and sorrow and laughter and learning as they discover ways to increase their awareness of healthy living, to nourish the body, mind and spirit, and to awaken to the greatest natural resource of all: the Power of the Spirit.

Although itself a registered charity, the Open Door, through its community, continues to raise funds for other charities in both the local and international communities. We urge and request our members to be aware of their impact on the larger community: individuals do make a difference. We also urge each individual to be part of the solution in the healing of the world’s problems and in the healing of the earth itself.

The “Team Spirit” of each of the individuals who make up the Open Door community is a driving force behind our growth and advancement. We are grateful for each and every person who participates, each in his or her own way, in the name of service. Without this community, the Open Door legacy could not continue. Our community and each one of its members ensure that future generations who discover the Open Door will always have a place to call their own. ©