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  Can someone remind me the reason's you could be disfellowshipped?

  by SydBarrett in

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  the only reasons i can remember are smoking, sexual immorality and of course, apostasy.

  there must be others but having been out since 1990, i'm drawing a blank.

  i was thinking perhaps serious criminal offenses that result in prison, but then i remembered a brother in my congregation in the 1980's who went to prison.

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  Balaamsass2

  Let's not forget disfellowshipping in absentia for insubordination.

  Elders who refuse Watchtower orders on principle or conscience.

  Refusing to perjure oneself in court and lie to authorities when the Watchtower stands to lose money. Some famous cases involving child abuse. JW elders were disfellowshipped without trial from NY in secret meetings for refusing to lie. Bently comes to mind.

  Elders refusing to turn over Kingdom Halls or Congregation bank accounts to Watchtower. Menlo Park.

  Let's not forget "suing your brother in court," ie, taking Watchtower to court to force borrowed money to be returned.
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  WASHINGTON ST PASSES BILL MANDATING CLERGY REPORTING CHILD ABUSE

  by blondie in

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  https://www.thereflector.com/stories/washington-legislature-passes-bill-to-make-clergy-mandatory-reporters-of-child-abuse,378913 .

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  The list of "mandated" reporters changes from state to state, and the definition of "confessionals" does as well.

  Why Watchtower needs a law to FORCE them to do the right thing is what has always baffled me. Do you need a law to force you to call 911 if the neighbor is being beaten, robbed or raped? If their home is on fire? It simply shows the moral bankruptcy of Watchtower.
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  1975 debacle

  by Gman2001 in

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  did the borg ever apologize for 1975?.

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  Balaamsass2

  A great reminder. Thanks Blonde for the JWfacts link! JWfacts is a fantastic resource that gets to the point.

  I was 11 when the red "Life Everlasting book came out. I can clearly remember the Armageddon fever of that time. The Tuesday book study of that book was at my childhood home.

  Looking back in my old age, I want to kick myself for being gullible. But this cult Armageddon BS indoctrinated me as a kid 24/7, so I have to cut myself some slack.

  A sister in my hall at that time had a tape of "Stay Alive Till 75", she played it for everyone all the time...she died last year of ...old age.
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  Chosen

  by Gman2001 in

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  how exactly did jehovah come down to earth in 1919....look around at all the religions....and choose the bible students?

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  Yes the lord looked ALL OVER THE EARTH had settled on a few guys in Brooklyn and Philly with marital issues, drinking issues, cute young female traveling companions, who where students of Masonic Rites, Egyptology, and Spiritism. Who believed god would help minorities by making them "white" in the future. And especially one who looked like WC Fields!. lol

  
  
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  Why worship a God that does not help!

  by Witness 007 in

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  so god let 10 million people die in world war 2 but was too busy to help....what kind of diety does this!

  if i was god i would have done something .

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  Why worship a God that does not help!

  by Witness 007 in

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  so god let 10 million people die in world war 2 but was too busy to help....what kind of diety does this!

  if i was god i would have done something .

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  Why worship a God that does not help!

  by Witness 007 in

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  so god let 10 million people die in world war 2 but was too busy to help....what kind of diety does this!

  if i was god i would have done something .

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  Balaamsass2

  WHY? Because RELIGION/belief in a God is BIG business! Like music, if you can come up with some catchy concepts and lines with a nice sound you (or your chosen guru/pastor) can make a great living!

  "In (just) the United States, religion contributes approximately $1.2 trillion annually to the economy, making it equivalent to the 15th largest national economy in the world. This figure encompasses contributions from religious institutions, faith-based charities, and businesses inspired by faith.

  Here's a more detailed breakdown:

  • Religious Congregations:

    Religious congregations, like churches, synagogues, mosques, and temples, contribute approximately $418 billion annually.
• Religious Institutions:

  Institutions like universities, charities, and healthcare facilities affiliated with religious organizations add another $303 billion to the economy.