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  ELDERS BREAK UP GROUP OF SISTERS - WHY?

  by juni in

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  a friend told me tonight that the elders broke up a group of sisters who were all experiencing various degrees of depression and enjoyed the upbuilding association with each other.. why would they do this?

  according to them for two reasons:.

  because this looks bad to the cong.

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  Mary - The experience you relate sounds exactly like what I and a sister had going in the 70's. We started w/John 1:1. We were discussing those several scriptures USING WHAT WE WERE TAUGHT so that we were clear on the teaching to help us when we taught others. Her husband was an elder and after 2 of our mtgs. we were asked to stop for the same reasons you stated. We both were appalled and felt guilty - like we had done something very bad. But, being good, obedient JW sisters we obeyed! Even though we knew it was innocent and we didn't agree.

  TO ALL OF YOU: Thanks for your postings. Only underscores the fact that this org. wants to control your every thought and move. And even in areas that are not related to studying the Bible. Exercise???? I only wish that those that are still "in" would dispel their fear and consider what is going on. Though I'm sure some of this is not known by the cong. But, word does get around. Maybe some will reconsider. THOUGH IF YOU DO USE YOUR OWN JUDGMENT/MIND THEN YOU ARE LABELED AS AN INDEPENDANT THINKER. AND THAT WAS POUNDED INTO US AS THE FIRST STEP TO APOSTASY.

  As others had posted, it's better not to spread around what you're doing as some want to cause trouble in their personal war on others' movtives. You know the ones. Those that sit in the judgment seat. And remember, the org. encourages you to keep the cong. "clean" - that is your personal duty before Jehovah.

  BLAAAAAAAAHHHH - MAKES ME SICK!!!!!!

  Juni
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  ELDERS BREAK UP GROUP OF SISTERS - WHY?

  by juni in

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  a friend told me tonight that the elders broke up a group of sisters who were all experiencing various degrees of depression and enjoyed the upbuilding association with each other.. why would they do this?

  according to them for two reasons:.

  because this looks bad to the cong.

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  Heh Blondie,

  I guess they don't "trust" depressed people getting together. Have to keep up the good, happy front as others have said here.

  Juni
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  ELDERS BREAK UP GROUP OF SISTERS - WHY?

  by juni in

  1. jw
  2. friends

  a friend told me tonight that the elders broke up a group of sisters who were all experiencing various degrees of depression and enjoyed the upbuilding association with each other.. why would they do this?

  according to them for two reasons:.

  because this looks bad to the cong.

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  Are these 5 sisters actually going to listen to them and not associate with each other

  Right now they split apart, but you know there will be some kind of repercussion. I'm sure there are others who are seething too that this happened. If I'm able I will share more when I hear more. Juni

  Lola,

  Calm down girl. I know, it made my blood pressure go up too. I like your humor - pull themselves up by their bra straps, etc.

  Juni

  Hi sKally,

  Seems like a lot of wierd stuff is going on now all over. Juni
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  ELDERS BREAK UP GROUP OF SISTERS - WHY?

  by juni in

  1. jw
  2. friends

  a friend told me tonight that the elders broke up a group of sisters who were all experiencing various degrees of depression and enjoyed the upbuilding association with each other.. why would they do this?

  according to them for two reasons:.

  because this looks bad to the cong.

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  juni

  A friend told me tonight that the elders broke up a group of sisters who were all experiencing various degrees of depression and enjoyed the upbuilding association with each other.

  WHY WOULD THEY DO THIS? ACCORDING TO THEM FOR TWO REASONS:

  Because this looks bad to the cong. as these five sisters by their grouping together were forming an unsavory "clique". And, according to these elders, "We don't want people to think that we are starting to have a problem with depression and unhappiness."

  Any comments?

  Juni
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  Joining Finally

  by EAGLE-1 in

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  i used to post in a forum much like this years ago.thought i would jump in this one.i have visited here several times and browsed your posts.i have enjoyed reading your posts and will be in here to read more and sometimes comment.looks like everyones said the usual jw stuff and my stories would be just more of what you all have been through or know of.it appears our histories are the same.now its time to make our own history.glad to be a part of this family in this forum.i really enjoy the great sense of humor many of you have.i have been laughing ever since i left the borg society.i tend to be satirical and i like to make people laugh.sometimes i can be damn right cold and mean but mostly to those that force their religious beliefs on others whether its crashing planes into buildings or 'placing ' magazines.they are all the same to me.simply- if it hurts it is wrong.thanks for allowing me this membership.hello to all my new brothers and sisters and i bet real love.

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  Heh Eagle,

  Welcome to our little community. I look forward to more humor. Can't have enough of that!!

  Never make a suicide joke to a doctor they get real nervous

  You are so right. I've heard about this. Kind of like yelling "FIRE!" in a theatre.

  Juni
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  Anyone else have allergy problems flaring?

  by MsMcDucket in

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  i didn't go into work tonight.

  my allergies are kicking my butt.

  i snort like a pig; blow my nose, frequently; have post nasal drip; sneeze like a hyenna; have gunk in my eyes; and sleep poorly.

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  AHHH CHOOOOOOOOOOOO

  Yes. The buds are opening on the trees and I'm the same as you. My son in law takes Zyrtec which is the only thing that works for him. It's a prescription drug. Don't know if you've tried that one. He tried all the ones you mentioned and it didn't help.

  Mine lasts through April.

  Take care!!

  Juni
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  DATING 101: Dating Interacially and my opposite: Will it Work Out?

  by stillAwitness in

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  so me and the guy i've been dating finally became offical since last night and its the first time in almost a year since i have been in a relationship.

  and for once, i think i may have a winner.

  but he is white...and 32...and plays the african drums..and teaches some weird dance in a school for kids having to do with cuban tribal dances..or something or other.

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  Give it time and then you'll know. Just be yourself and be honest with your belief system and your goals. Don't compromise those.

  Juni
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  What happened in the 80's?

  by Virgochik in

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  various posters have mentioned how get-togethers and fun times socializing were frowned upon and discouraged somewhere around the early 80's.

  everything changed, as far as the picnics, the dinner parties, etc.

  i vaguely recall some connection being made to parties and increased "immorality.

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  You were in a more liberal-minded congo, luna. Be thankful for that.
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  Was Jesus sacrifice really a sacrifice?

  by jambon1 in

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  i would like to state firstly that i in no way intend to offend anyone.. its just when i was in the org i had major problems with the blood issue/death because of persecution.

  many times we were taught that god does`nt ask us to do anything that he has`nt done himself.

  now imagine everything the bible says about jesus really did happen.

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  That thought occured to me at times too, but I never quite verbalized it like you have.
  
  
  
  

  I COULDN'T HAVE SAID IT BETTER, BUT ALWAYS HELD BACK FROM EXPRESSING IT, BECAUSE IT SOUNDS SO BAD. REMEMBER WE WERE TAUGHT THAT JESUS, BEING A FREE MORAL AGENT, COULD'VE CHOSEN TO STAY ON EARTH AND HAVE A FAMILY HIMSELF.

  JUNI
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  Bro. Schroeder dies

  by bythesea in

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  i just received this news from a bro who has connections in bethel.... .

  bro albert d schroeder died at 10:30 am new york time today at brooklyn bethel...he was 94 yrs old.. he was born on april 7, 1911 in saginaw, michigan and entered bethel service in 1932. he was appointed a member of the governing body on december 18, 1974. bro schroeder's life story appeared in the march 1, '88 wt pages 10-17: entitled: "my life in jehovah's spirit-directed organization.".

  i don't know if the "today" means it was actually today...as i can't be sure when my friend received this news... but anyway, another of the old guys bites the dust.. .

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  From reading these posts, it only reinforces my feelings that I expressed in my postings.

  These men are looked up to and when you read what really went on "behind the curtain" it makes you feel even more deceived and saddened that you put your family through such abuse.

  Also, WELCOME TO THE BOARD

  Juni