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  Should you write to the society?

  by sleepy in

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  when someone comes across something in the "truth" that disterbs them should they write to the society or is this pointless?.

  i think they should write for several reasons.. 1.you must give them at least a chance to present their side of the story.it is no good just relying for others for your information you can not be shure what the society really belive until you hear it from them yourself.. wasn't just relying on the judgement of others part of what got you in in the first place.. its good for us to try and advance in our way of thinking during life and part of this involves doing our own research which is not complete until we go to the source of our conflict.. also if you bring up the point with someone it gives more weight to your argument if mention you wrote to the society and this was their answer.. 2. the more poeple that write in with the same points the more difficult it will be for them to hold to an erroneous stand.. the more different people that write the more ways of expresing the point will be heared different ways will make sence to different people.. remember its not just the same person answering all letters but different people who will have to do research an answer your point, which could make them think.. (this assumes that the society is genuinely mistaken and not corupt, although it could be a bit of both).

  of cource if you do not want hassle off your elders dont tell the society you are a brother/sister or just give a different name ,prehaps you could give the address of your place of work or somewhere else if you don't want to be traced easily.. in my case i just made it sound like i was an intrested person.. or you could make out that you need some help in presenting the societies case to an intrested person who has quetions.

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  confidential confession

  by anon in

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  this is a story appearing on abc's news website.. " http://abcnews.go.com/sections/us/dailynews/religionconfession_010802.html.

  i post it here since it relates to what elders could/should do in child abuse cases.. .

  aa confession ruled confidential.

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  GB Admits It Has No Answers, Blood

  by Maximus in

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  "in contrast with humans, who have a limited life span, jehovah never feels pressured by time to reveal his secrets prematurely.

  this fact should prevent us from becoming impatient when certain bible questions cannot presently be explained to our satisfaction.

  "modesty on the part of the faithful and discreet slave class, commissioned to provide the christian household with food at the proper time, prevents it from presumptuously running ahead and wildly speculating about things that are still unclear.

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  F. Franz comments on personal opinions

  by anon in

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  i found this transcript on another site.

  can anyone verify accuracy?.

  if genuine, does this represent typical thinking of those in responsible positions, such as gb, traveling overseers?.

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  Questions and Answers

  by Marvin Shilmer in

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  questions and answers.

  should dissidence exist among dedicated jehovahs witnesses?

  answer:.

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  Two Different Views/Hypocrisy

  by troubled in

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  what's hard is seeing things 2 different ways.. in other words, sometimes when i realistically look at things in the organization (without pushing away the uncomfortable thoughts or feeling guilty), i come to the conclusion that "yes, something is definitely wrong in this organization.".

  but then when i go to the meetings, service, etc., i think differently (i.e., "this is the truth, and i'm just spiritually weak and need to study more).

  since i seem to be influenced both directions, how can i be sure which viewpoint is right?

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  So Confused

  by troubled in

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  hi.. i've been a jw for 15 years, have pioneered, been where the need is great, etc.

  up until a couple of years ago, i was considered strong in the truth.

  but then i had my first and only episode of major depression.

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  To Active COs/DOs

  by Maximus in

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  a major news organization is in final process of preparing a tv program addressing the issues raised by silentlambs.

  its producers and investigator reporters wish to be fair and unbiased, and are seeking broad input and insight.. another such organization has been attracted to the child abuse issue but does not wish to duplicate what's covered.

  they are in the initial stages of examining the blood issue and that of enforced shunning and its consequences, in the light of human rights issues globally.

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  to Maximus

  by anon in

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  thanks for your most recent e-mail.

  will try again later.. briefly, i do disagree on some points (i am not violent though), agree on some others.

  some i would prefer to discuss privately for sake of my own conscience.

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  Questions

  by anon in

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  these are sincere questions directed to any who have first-hand knowledge.. i am new here, so i apologize if #2 is inappropriate for this board.. 1. how was it decided to ban 4 major blood components, rather than all or none?.

  2. how is counsel on oral sex applied?

  (judicial cases, behind-the-scenes, experiences?).

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