Dear Brother or Sister,
My name is Anne Marie. I used to be on the forum a lot until I lost my internet service.
Last August, through God's grace, I finally "got it" and turned my life over to the care of Jesus. It was so simple, and at last I am at peace...and so very happy!
Anyway, this is why I am writing. I have discovered a wonderful gathering of ex-JW's, and other "escapees" from controlling religions, that takes place in Mill Valley, California, once a year. The atmosphere is so wonderful there! The conference is held at a beautiful Bible College, and they have dorm rooms.
Call Rick at (415) 380-1748. He is in charge of registration. He's really great! Also, you can contact Daniel, an ex-JW elder. He has written several books that clearly show the truth of God's word, and is a real sweetheart. He puts the conference together, and has done much work in the Lord's service. His number is (707) 776-4705.
I highly recomend Dan's books...especially "The Armageddon Cult...". I have been out of the Watchtower organization for over 17 years, and I had read many books in search for the truth...but it was this book that made me finally "get it"! And I am forever grateful. It was the most informative, and clearly written book about the JW religion, and the Bible.
This next Grace Conference is (I think) Friday, August 13th through Sunday, August 15th.
It is a wonderful and spiritually fullfilling experiance! Please try to come! You will be so glad that you found what Jesus really meant when he said "by this all will know that you are my dicipiles, if you have love among yourselves.
In his arms,
Anne Marie