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  Will they change the Yearbook format?

  by freddo in

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  pure speculation here but i'm wondering if - with the numbers flat-lining - that the gb will stop giving country by country stats, or perhaps at least some of the statistics.. we used to get a monthly stat in the km - then that was "simplified" to "highlights".

  only the "good" stuff.

  then with the new clam workbook, no stats at all.. i wonder if the yearbook will soon only contain "positive" spun stats.

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  The things that are defined as "ministry activity" or "service time" will continue to be broadened so that it seems like witnesses are busier! Therefore, the yearbook activity will be padded to look AMAZING!

  No different to the way that air in a potato crisps bag is designed to make the bag look bigger!

  Eg, now a "publisher" is someone who just submits a report slip of 15minutes!

  A "placement" is now simply texting someone a link to a video.

  A "return visit" is saying hello to the same person each day as they walk past the literature cart!
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  "You Can Do Just Enough Ministry To Dislike It"

  by pale.emperor in

  1. jw
  2. experiences

  when you were "in" did you ever actually enjoy the ministry?

  and i made no secret about it.

  instead i would joke about me feather knocking, and made sure i had my bible in hand so as they come to the door they know what im about so they can shut me down before i even start.. i always wondered how or why there were people who enjoyed it.

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  Great thread PE.

  Its been over two years since I went out, and I have to say that the very thought of it makes me shudder now.

  It is simply an activity designed to keep witnesses busy. No different to running on a treadmill...

  Honestly, MOST witnesses go out because it is expected of them, and in order to be viewed as "spiritual", they have to be SEEN out in service!

  Its all about outward appearances!
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  According to one JW there can only be 1 of 3 reasons why you left.

  by Bonsai in

  1. jw
  2. experiences

  i asked an old jw friend of mine why so many baptized individuals leave the jw religion.

  "did it ever occur to you, old friend, that maybe they know something that you don't know and have valid reasons for leaving?

  ", i asked.. his response set me back for an answer.

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  It was because of honesty and a desire for TRUTH that made me wake up and leave...

  I am more of an honest and genuine human now than ever before.
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  Oops, I did it again! Flag placed in the KH: Chile 2016

  by ILoveTTATT2 in

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  2. friends

  my friends,.

  what has become now a yearly tradition for me: getting the videos/photos of the flag in chile for their national holidays.. this is the 2016 version, i believe the clearest example yet:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b94j3lmqx_w&feature=youtu.be.

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  And brothers and sisters were brutally persecuted in Malawi for not carrying a 30c political card in their wallets that acknowledged the political party in power.

  They were held up by the society as martyrs to be praised for such action! "no compromises" was the official stance!!

  How things have changed!
  
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  The Cult Guide To Raising Children

  by pale.emperor in

  1. watchtower
  2. beliefs

  something you're not likely to see in the "secret to family happiness" book.

  the borg's guide to raising children:.

  put the borgs needs, desires and agenda before the children every time, all the time.

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  Brilliant Thread!!

  Sadly, it so very true...and has residual effects on people for their whole lives!! (Don't get me started)
  
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  Who is attending the 2016 Annual Meeting this Saturday?

  by Londo111 in

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  i'm curious if we will have eyewitness reporters at the stanley theater like we do every year....

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  What additional types of clothing will ToMo3 denounce??
  
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  E-Harmony Dilemma

  by Iamallcool in

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  2. relationships

  well, i messaged someone on e-harmony and she messaged me back.

  i did like her at first and she likes me too.

  we exchanged more than 10 messages till i find out yesterday that her best friend is a tarot card reader.

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  Sounds like you are still processing the residual witness baggage and mindset...

  Perhaps it is a bit soon to jump into the dating game?

  Next, someone may ask "Toast" glasses and you might freak...or perhaps you may be invited to a birthday party and be presented with cake....
  
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  Tomorrow I am planning do my second JW stand up comedy sketch - Would love some feedback

  by usualusername1 in

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  my set.

  i’m paul.

  i was born in croydon.

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  Nicely done Paul.

  Some funny (and true) lines!

  The delivery will be vital....

  Good luck!
  
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  At A Loss

  by azor in

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  my wife is in the hospital.

  complications of a ruptured appendix.

  she had it removed around 1am friday morning.

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  We send our sincere love and empathy to you and your wife and family!

  Don't let any other issue cloud your emotions. Simply take care of her and your children.
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  Is remaining ignorant a choice?

  by stuckinarut2 in

  1. watchtower
  2. beliefs

  is remaining ignorant about the society a choice?.

  surely every witness has a moment in time when "something just doesn't seem right"?

  perhaps a teaching, doctrine, an article, a talk, a news report about child abuse handling, or a jwdubdotorg broadcast, a video, a cartoon for the kids....you know....?.

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  Well, its been several years since attending anything 'witnessy', and yet my die-hard extended family have not asked for any reasons.

  It is as if they just dont want to know...or are scared to know the real reasons! I told them I have a list of issues that I am happy to share if they wish, but I would not force that knowledge on them.

  They have chosen to remain ignorant of those reasons.