I have been to Catholic funerals a couple of times and I observed the same things. Both that I went to reminded me of JW funerals in the sense that they were so impersonal and not about the person that died at all. And they are very lucky that they let people get up and speak at the funeral. At the ones I went to, the family had to fight with the church to allow them to break from their ritual tradition and allow family members to speak.
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Went to a Catholic Funeral Today
by Captain Schmideo2 init was for a dear friend of the family that i have known all my life.now, bear in mind that i was born and raised jw, so my experience with catholic ceremonies can be counted on three fingers, a wedding, a "regular" mass, and this funeral mass.once they got down to the actual speaking about the deceased, i felt emotionally involved, but prior to that, i was watching and had questions about aspects of the services (these i have seen in common for all three times i have been in an rc church):why the "sing-song" voice during the prayers?
does god hear it better if you sound all spooky tenor?i observe that every time a reading from one of the gospels takes place, it is preceded by a big musical number:"alleluiah!
alleluiah"( "and nowwwwwwwwwwwwwww, heeeeeeeeeeeeeere's jesus!".
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Do Jehovah's Witnesses Assist With Disaster Relief?
by Wild_Thing inthat is one of the questions listed on the jw.org website under faq.
here is their response in part:.
yes, jehovahs witnesses often help when disaster strikes.
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Wild_Thing
That is one of the questions listed on the JW.ORG website under FAQ. Here is their response in part:
Yes, Jehovah’s Witnesses often help when disaster strikes. We provide practical relief assistance to both Witnesses and non-Witnesses, in harmony with the Bible’s instruction ...
One of the ways donations sent to the branch offices of Jehovah’s Witnesses are used is to relieve victims of disasters. (Acts 11:27-30;2 Corinthians 8:13-15) Since the work is performed by unpaid volunteers, the funds that are allocated go toward actual relief, not administrative expenses. We are careful with all donations.
So ... have any of you experienced a disaster (natural or otherwise) where the organization assisted you?
Do you know of any time where the JW organization gave money or services, other than to rebuild their Kingdumb Halls after a disaster?
Edit: Sorry ... I had no idea that this topic had been already started so recently. I wish I could delete it!
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2015 Convention Reminders Video!
by Atlantis incredit goes to mike & kim.. .. https://youtu.be/yj3x6wjrsaq .
.. .. atlantis!.
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Wild_Thing
Kind of off the subject ...
Does anyone know how they made this? These types of videos became very popular a few years back, and I am just wondering if they are using a program or what?
I hear the JWs oooo and awww about the videos coming from the org, and I have always imagined some young pimply faced kids sitting up at Bethel and creating this stuff from programs anyone can download off the internet.
On the subject ...
They treat their members like children, and this is proof. This is akin to parents taking their children out in public, but telling them first ... "Smile and be good ... AND DON'T EMBARRASS ME!"
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"In the beginning, God created the Heavens and the Earth . ."
by nicolaou inso where did god exist before he created the heavens?
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If you MUST have a story to believe in about creation, here is a variety for you to choose from. Take your pick:
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Things I trust more than the Jehovah's Witnesses Governing Body
by OnTheWayOut ini stole this, from of all places, rick fearon.
i don't know who he stole it from.
please think of more.. things i trust more than the jehovah's witnesses governing body+ the media+ mexican tap water+ cappuccino from bill cosby+ a bigfoot sighting+ a politician who says "trust me"+ an al qaeda who wants flying lessons, but skips landing and take-offs+ a hillary clinton war story+ bill clinton wanting to give a speech at an all-female school+ gas station sushi+ a brian williams or bill o'rielly news report+ email from a nigerian prince.
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Consuming food from Taco Bell.
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Kind of looking for a quick update
by free2beme ini have been out of the religion since 1996. i used to come to former witness boards a lot in the distant past, and then i lost interest in the subject.
however, with a couple relatives still in and passing the 1914 one hundred year mark, i find myself looking to see what a modern jehovah's witness is believing.
could i get kind of an update on some things.
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Wild_Thing
Yes, now the internet is a wonderful blessing from Jehovah! And everybody carries around their electronic devices.
And ... are you sitting down? Now, there's this: http://tv.jw.org
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Seriously condsidering disasscoiating
by Ashley L. ini am seriously considering disassociating myself.
i want to do this because i no longer consider myself one of jehovah's witnesses.
i no longer consider jehovah as my god and i am in a new religion now.
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Wild_Thing
If you follow THEIR process of disassociating yourself, you are only validating their practice of judging and shunning. Don't give them that power.
If you do not consider yourself a JW, I bet most JWs that know you don't consider you a JW anymore, either. Just cut your losses and stay gone.
The only thing disassociating yourself will do is put your family in a very, very bad predicament. They will be forced to choose between their loyalty to you or to the organization. I guarantee if won't be you. It never is.
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Alternative Kingdom Melody Song: Good Things, Bad Things
by Wild_Thing inthis is the funniest thing i have seen all day!.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_jxhtdef3ry.
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This is the funniest thing I have seen all day!
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Is this the first time Jehovahs Witnesses have taken part in a forum with other religious leaders?
by defender of truth inschool faith forum to bring religions together.
share on facebook.
share on twitter.
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Wild_Thing
I think it's interesting how they list Jehovah's Witnesses separate from Christians when they listed the religions.
I also think this is bizarre. I have never heard of the Witnesses being wiling to take part in anything like this before. I wonder if the mothership knows.
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If any of you want to donate and really have fun, go to the poorest elementary school in your area around Christmas time and tell them you want to adopt a family for Christmas. Best feeling ever!