DC Follies: Will SOMEBODY please come to Atlanta? Anybody? Pretty please? Don't make us beg!

by sir82 34 Replies latest jw friends

  • Giordano
    Giordano

    So if your handicapped forgetaboutit!

  • sir82
    sir82

    It seems some may misunderstand - in Watchtower language, in the context of conventions, "special needs" means "I was such an idiot that I took the Society's advice and did not go to college; now I earn $8.50 an hour as a Wal-Mart greeter and I can't afford to pay for my hotel room".

    I.e., the "special need" is financial, not physical.

    And believe you me, the hoops you have to have to jump thru to get "approved" for "special needs"!

    The WTS cash flow machine is designed to go one way only - and that way ain't into the pockets of the R&F!

  • SecretHeart11
    SecretHeart11

    I noticed that too Piztjw, "we rejected you the first time, but here is an invite to be rejected again!" Lol

  • piztjw
    piztjw

    It does seem a bit ambiguous, maybe they are trying to say no handicapped people without actually saying it.

    Exactly! This is a direct quote from the BOE letter dated 31 July 2014:

    For those wishing to apply for one of the 2014/2015 international conventions.....All aplicants should be in good health and not in need of the assistance of someone else nor be dependent on a wheelchair, and oxygen supply, or similar health-realted devices.

    While that letter may have been written about foriegn land conventions it was stressed at the KH I show up at that no one in poorer health would be considered. So yes, it is the WT$ policy, and yes it is in print.

  • piztjw
    piztjw

    I noticed that too Piztjw, "we rejected you the first time, but here is an invite to be rejected again!" Lol

    Maybe the nu-lite this summer will be a name change? Perhaps Pavlov's Witnesses?

  • OUTLAW
    OUTLAW

    Brother XXXXX:

    According to our records, you applied and were approved by your body of elders to be a delegate to international conventions outside of the United States

    If selected, you will share in the ministry, evening gatherings, and visit points of interest with local brothers and sisters. Your lunches during each convention day will be paid for and arranged by the branch. Additionally, your transportation between the hotel and the convention, the hotel and field service arrangements, as well as other activities will be paid for and arranged by the branch.

    ...............The WBT$ International Convention Lottery

    .

    ......................................................If Selected..

    .................................You Could Be a WBT$ Winner Weiner!..

    ...............................

    ................................................................................................ photo mutley-ani1.gif ...OUTLAW

  • BU2B
    BU2B

    Pharisees

  • kneehighmiah
    kneehighmiah

    I've been to special/international conventions before. They are NOT lame. They are for the JW "elite." I liken them to coorporate retreats. Thanks why only big shots "pioneers, elders, MS and publishers 20+ years in "good standing" are allowed to attend. Your average R&F is not allowed. This is what really led me to wake up. I got to go to less wealthy countries and get awesome food prepared by the local friends. Non stop eating at bethel, kingdom halls and assembly halls. Entertainment by local talented friends. Gift bags. Everything. The only lame part were the tours because the guides were not professionals. "Field service" is a joke. You go out for one hour then meet back for more food, entertainment and "experiences" at the KH.

    Its cool to do this in another country, but there is positively no appeal to do this if you already live in the United States. I'm sure the foreigners will love it though.

  • kneehighmiah
    kneehighmiah

    Oh and drinking wine is allowed in the Kingdom Hall in other countries. Countries with European backgrounds where alcohol isn't a big deal.

  • redvip2000
    redvip2000

    According to our records, you applied and were approved by your body of elders to be a delegate to international conventions outside of the United States, but were not selected. At this time, we are happy to offer you a unique alternative. Some of the foreign delegates that were approved to attend international conventions in the United States have cancelled due to difficulties with travel documents and other matters. Therefore, you are being invited to be a delegate to an international convention within the contiguous United States.

    Ah yes!! Nothing better than being relegated to the B list, and still have to apply in hopes of being approved.

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