Type: esoteric Christian fraternity and teaching organization
Documented foundation: 1909, Oceanside (United States) by Max Heindel
Self‑description: the Rosicrucian Fellowship defines itself as a vehicle for the “Western Wisdom Teachings,” an esoteric Christian teaching transmitted by the Elder Brothers of the Rose Cross. Its goal is to reconcile science and religion, to teach the laws of karma and reincarnation and to provide methods of spiritual development.
Claimed lineage: the organization claims to be inspired by invisible rosicrucians who dictated knowledge to Max Heindel. It does not claim an institutional link with other Rosicrucian orders.
Access: the correspondence courses are open to all interested persons; financial contributions are left to each individual’s discretion. Study programs and healing services are offered.
Public contact: the headquarters is located at Mount Ecclesia, Oceanside, California, and publishes a postal address and a telephone number.
Critical note: the Rosicrucian Fellowship played an important role in the dissemination of Christian Rosicrucianism in the 20th century. Its doctrine is marked by astrological astronomy and humanitarian service. It is distinct from AMORC and the Masonic societies.
Sources: Official Rosicrucian Fellowship site, historical studies on Max Heindel and the Western Wisdom Teachings.