Posts by snugglebunny

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No 'Tight Pants' policy is now official - classed as 'disturbing'

by wizzstick in

in short:- tight pants is no longer just a am3 hang up (or is that a hang up on the well hung?

)- brothers who have effeminate body language are flagged up- as are sisters with 'masculine' hair styles or dress- such dress is 'disturbing to the congregation'- the above must heed the (repeated) counsel from the elders...or they get stripped of the right to share on the ministry- however...this will not be revealed (announced) to the congregation.

wow.

snugglebunny

..and I'd assumed that a metrosexual was someone with a fetish for the Paris underground railway system.

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Watchtower Converts City Centre Office Block In Chelmsford UK

by Petraglyph in

the international property development corporation moves into chelmsford:.

jehovah's witnesses open 500k church in the heart of chelmsford.

"the new kingdom hall is a visible presence right in the city centre.".

snugglebunny

Another quick build!

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And now for something really controversial !

by jhine in

ok , the new james bond theme .

is it really a bond theme ?

i'm not sure , no mention of the film title , no nod to bond at all .

snugglebunny

Can't abide Sam Smith's voice. Facially he reminds me of a Doctor Who Cyberman.

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Who Are Your Past Circuit Overseers? It's a small world..

by mentallyfree31 in

who were your past circuit overseers?

i'm sure a lot of us actually know mutual people, as the co's relocate all over the country.. here's a few from the southeast us: (let me know if you recognize any names and post yours too please...).

ellwood johnson (new york/philadelphia area for several years also).

snugglebunny

Albert Broad, John Blaney, John Metcalf, Stan Reynolds, Ernie Elliot, Ernie Beavor, Tug Wilson, Don Moore. I think that they changed around every 2 years.

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"If you are teaching intolerance, we WILL shut you down!" English Prime Minister David Cameron

by stuckinarut2 in

the prime minister of england made the above statement yesterday regarding any schools that influence youths in a negative manner.. he went on to say that if youths are influenced in a negative manner regarding religious teachings that promote judgement of others (including same sex relationships, etc ) or that look down on other peoples free choice, the government would take action.. i cant find a newspaper article sorry...i just heard it on the radio news.... very interesting though...it may have a bearing on how those who learn ttatt are treated by the organization??

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snugglebunny

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The Governing Body And What Extremes They Will Go To In Causing Human Suffering To Keep A Delusional Dream Alive

by Brokeback Watchtower in

the dream stage of wishful thinking eventually crashes with reality and slowly turns to the nightmare stage do you see the predicament the gb is in and what extremes they cause in human suffering for their followers that they are willing to put them thru?

please feel free to vent on these maniacs.. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/wishful_thinking.

the fantasy cycle ... a pattern that recurs in personal lives, in politics, in history and in storytelling.

snugglebunny

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Jehovah's Chariot slams into reverse!

by apocalypse in

the question i will be asking dubs at the hall this week is, "since jesus is directing the slave.... why has he done a 180..?".

last sunday we studied how jesus is directing the slave to build an average of 5 kingdom halls a day since 2000. why has he changed his mind and gone in the completely opposite direction?.

if this 'change' is not securely lodged in their craw by the time i am through, then i will eat my hat..

snugglebunny

For no particular reason, I have to tell you that in my part of the world, one's chariot is one's favourite bed in which to indulge in a little horizontal jogging..

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Jehovah's Chariot slams into reverse!

by apocalypse in

the question i will be asking dubs at the hall this week is, "since jesus is directing the slave.... why has he done a 180..?".

last sunday we studied how jesus is directing the slave to build an average of 5 kingdom halls a day since 2000. why has he changed his mind and gone in the completely opposite direction?.

if this 'change' is not securely lodged in their craw by the time i am through, then i will eat my hat..

snugglebunny

Jehovah's...yawn...chariot...

http://www.tubechop.com/watch/6961677

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Can the special pioneers, bethelites, and many other "servants", who are getting their benefits stripped, SUE THE WTBS?

by Dunedain in

i know in america, corporations, and businesses, are many times obligated to atleast continue certain medical benefits for an extended period of time, like a year or two, even after they are "let go".

i wonder how many older, special pioneers, missionarys, bethelites, and such, have pre-existing medical conditions, and need to have to continue their benefits for care?.

the wts, can send a letter saying " sorry your shits gone in 3 months", but is this really legal?

snugglebunny

Posted at FB and translated from Spanish. Link below:

SDX:XXX September 30, 2015

XXXXXXX Dear brother XXXXXXX:

We are sure you have received so much joy and satisfaction serving as a special pioneer in the Congregation XXXXXX. Though you surely experienced challenges along the way, the joys and blessings for putting kingdom interests first far outweigh the sacrifices. We are sure you accepted this assignment from the branch because of your desire to serve Jehovah wholeheartedly in areas where it was necessary to support the preaching work and congregation activities. We sincerely congratulate you for your willingness to serve in this altruistic manner.

After reviewing our current needs, we have decided that your special pioneer assignment will conclude on January 1, 2016. Up until then you will continue receiving the usual monthly allowance. We understand you will need time to make the necessary arrangements (such as finding a job and housing or other arrangements); thus, we are pleased to inform you that as of this moment you are released from the monthly hour requirement. We are confident you will participate in the ministry as much as possible while taking care of these other necessary matters.

In view of the valuable experience you have gained in your ministry, we hope your circumstances will allow you to engage in the regular pioneering. To do so, you must submit an Application for Regular Pioneer Service (S-205) to the Service Committee of the Congregation. In that way, your full time service will not be interrupted. As a regular pioneer, you may choose the congregation in which you want to serve; however, we hope that, if possible, you can stay in your current assignment. If you move to another location, please talk to the circuit overseer or write to the Service Department to know where you might be more useful.

It is our understanding that this change may be unexpected. However, the Governing Body and the branch deeply appreciate your spirit of sacrifice. Please be assured that Jehovah will continue using you to strengthen his people wherever you might serve in the future. Remember also that he has the power to do much more than anything we could ask or imagine. So, be confident Jehovah will supply your daily needs (Eph. 3:20; Matt. 6:33, 34). Your faithful example will continue to encourage the brothers when they also face other challenges.

We send our warm Christian love.

Your brothers,

Cc. body of elders of XXXXXXX XXXXXXXXX, XXX-00

https://www.reddit.com/r/exjw/comments/3n4uaa/special_pioneers_dismissed_via_template_letter/

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Essex Newspaper Confirms WT Cutting Back But Not at Chelmsford

by snugglebunny in

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essex chronicle october 1st as quoted.

link below.. jehovah's witnesses have quashed rumours that the bid to bring their headquarters to chelmsford could collapse due to financial turmoil.. the international bible students' association (ibsa), the organisation which circulates the christian group's literature, said on monday that the construction in temple farm in west hanningfield will continue.. an anonymous source contacted the chronicle on friday claiming a woman in the ibsa's construction department confirmed the project would terminate.. the man, a current jehovah's witness member, said: "something major is going on with the organisation financially.".

the ibsa did however confirm it was pulling the plug on other construction projects worldwide.. stephen morris, ibsa's personnel support manager at its branch relocation department, said: "in order to make best use of contributed funds, some construction projects worldwide will be delayed or cancelled.. "however, we are pleased to confirm that the temple farm project will continue.

snugglebunny

Essex Chronicle October 1st as quoted. Link below.

JEHOVAH'S Witnesses have quashed rumours that the bid to bring their headquarters to Chelmsford could collapse due to financial turmoil.

The International Bible Students' Association (IBSA), the organisation which circulates the Christian group's literature, said on Monday that the construction in Temple Farm in West Hanningfield will continue.

An anonymous source contacted the Chronicle on Friday claiming a woman in the IBSA's construction department confirmed the project would terminate.

The man, a current Jehovah's Witness member, said: "Something major is going on with the organisation financially."

The IBSA did however confirm it was pulling the plug on other construction projects worldwide.

Stephen Morris, IBSA's personnel support manager at its branch relocation department, said: "In order to make best use of contributed funds, some construction projects worldwide will be delayed or cancelled.

"However, we are pleased to confirm that the Temple Farm project will continue. We still have a very active

workforce on site, and we have no intention or directive to close down or sell the site at Temple Farm."

Mr Morris added that all the old buildings, which included car breakers garages, have been demolished at the 50-acre site off Stock Road.

He added that workers are preparing for utility firms to enter the site to get readypave the way for building work.

The Chronicle exclusively revealed in January 2014 how the IBSA is relocating the headquarters from Mill Hill in north London and build a printing plant producing up to 184,000 religious magazines an hour, accommodation for up to 1,200 Witnesses, parking for 1,040 vehicles and a hospital and playing fields.