why are there no windows in the buildings known as "kingdom halls of jehovah's witnesses?
Please re-read Sir82's post. He said he's just yanking your chain...he even added a smiley. Witnesses have been asked about this before, and he was just telling you what he's been told about it. The organization never sent out an explanation to the rank and file...so some formed their own conclusions.
Coffee
why are there no windows in the buildings known as "kingdom halls of jehovah's witnesses?
Ihaveasavior, There is a large auditorium (and that is what it is called on the Construction Documents) JWs distance themselves from any wording that sounds like a Church. There are no "Worship Services". There are "meetings".
Coffee
why are there no windows in the buildings known as "kingdom halls of jehovah's witnesses?
My dad designed many kingdom halls. They all had windows, but were built during the 50s & 60s. There was a rash of vandalizing of kingdom halls, and I remember him talking about new halls being designed without windows. He wasn't happy about it...but then he thought buildings without light were ugly.
Ironically, having left, I now work for one of the largest window companies in the world. I conduct seminars, sanctioned by AIA (with CEU) credit, about glazing systems. Ihaveasavior, you are right that windows contribute to thermal efficiency...but I really don't think that was the issue. My own theory is that windows not only allow light in, but encourage people to look outside...not a good thing when the organization wants full attention...
Ihaveasavior...you sound angry. Most here are xjws...and you will find few here who will defend the organization on this or other issues.
Coffee
well, i still haven't met with him yet.. i specifically told him to make an appointment first, and that my husband had to be present.. but, what is he doing?
totally the opposite!!!.
he hasn't called to make the appointment, last saturday he sent his wife to knock on my door (which i did not answered), and he showed up yesterday afternoon (without calling first).
The elders do not respect your boundaries. They think they are in control, and that you have no say in the matter. You will have to get very firm. If your husband is not a jw, they do not respect his position...they believe they have more authority than he does...even in your own home.
Coffee
well, i still haven't met with him yet.. i specifically told him to make an appointment first, and that my husband had to be present.. but, what is he doing?
totally the opposite!!!.
he hasn't called to make the appointment, last saturday he sent his wife to knock on my door (which i did not answered), and he showed up yesterday afternoon (without calling first).
The elders do not respect your boundaries. They think they are in control, and that you have no say in the matter. You will have to get very firm. If your husband is not a jw, they do not respect his position...they believe they have more authority than he does...even in your own home.
Coffee
i have moved too much in the last 2 years - 6 times.
doctors are far and few between where i live and a nurse practictioner the norm.
the doctor i found is wonderful.
There is also a free help-line for the US & Canada....800-why-1914. Marilyn, who answers the phone is a counselor.
Coffee
has anyone here ever just gotten so sick of it all that they just packed up their belongings and pets and left?.
did you know people in the place that you went to?
how did you find work?.
I did. About 5 years ago. Haven't regretted it for a moment. I left Florida, where I had lived for over 20 years. I moved back to Massachusetts, where I grew up. I have relatives here, and that helped. I found a great career, and am dating an x jw who I dated when I was a teenager....He's a wonderful man. Life is sooooooo great!
My kids benefited too....they are grown, (30 &24) and have become much more independant. I miss them & they miss me, but we appreciate eachother more.
Coffee
the company i work for has just bought the neighboring branch and is expanding.
we will now cover all of .
nh & me, in addition to the greater boston area.
I posted this really early this morning..bttt for anyone who missed it.
Coffee
greetings folks - it's been a while since i posted anything.
the other day i was talking to my daughter about her prom - dress, limo, etc....and it dawned on me that i never went to my prom.
obviously being a jdub was a big reason why i didn't go or had any desire to go.
I went to both my Jr. & Sr. Proms. Had to double date (no dating alone allowed by my parents) I graduated in 1969. I wasn't allowed to go to any other school dances though.
Coffee
do you know who the worst offenders were??
the elders.
the elders, because they were "shepherds and overseers" believed they had the right to talk about you, your family, your job, your personality and so forth.....they pick apart any male in the hall under the guise of seeing whther someone "might qualify for privileges".
Growing up female in the congregation was brutal. The girls were viscous...cattiest on the planet.
Coffee
