this is reposted from e-watchman with follow up posts, but i thought if it were true, it would be a major breakthrough and embarassment for the society.... http://e-jehovahs-witnesses.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=658&postdays=0&postorder=asc&&start=0.
a new talk outline not yet released to the congregations was recently given in miami by a gb member (llsch ?).
it is titled "what the future holds".
I learned at Bethel that if any GB said something "out of whack"/new at Bethel or at a Convention, it was not official unless if it was in print, thus approved by 2/3s of GB and/or teaching committee. Nonetheless it does give us insight as each GB members thinking. I would have to say that the warmest speaker is Danny Boy Sydlik. I miss him. I think.
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this is reposted from e-watchman with follow up posts, but i thought if it were true, it would be a major breakthrough and embarassment for the society.... http://e-jehovahs-witnesses.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=658&postdays=0&postorder=asc&&start=0.
a new talk outline not yet released to the congregations was recently given in miami by a gb member (llsch ?).
it is titled "what the future holds".
That brings back bad memories from being at Morning Worship. Losch would always try to give antitype examples and how it applied to 100 things. Give me a break Loschy baby! 1st it's 7:00 in the morning, no one has woken up yet. Hmm, I think he does that on purpose so we just agree with him. When we got to work we would ask each other, "Did he understand Losches morning worhsip? The answers varied from: "Sorry I missed morning worhsip again" or "It flew right over my head" or "Damm! I missed Loschs comments" or "Damm! I wish I was in bed"
I am sure that he has gotten talked to by his GB comrades and the Teaching Committee. Brings back memories of Franz's book.
WAC - From the inner Sanctum of N.Y. Bethel
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i heard a rumour that gb member losch had recently said a few strange things in a talk he gave.
someone said his talk included a new thought about the un and it's future role.. anyone know anything about this?
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i heard a rumour that gb member losch had recently said a few strange things in a talk he gave.
someone said his talk included a new thought about the un and it's future role.. anyone know anything about this?
I came across it over here http://e-jehovahs-witnesses.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=658&postdays=0&postorder=asc&&start=0
jwonlinecomm gave an interesting comment
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mary kochan, who is an ex-jehovah's witness has written a very interesting article at catholic exchange centering on the quotes site and the danish newspaper's cartoons of mohammed.
it is entitled "no defense against offense.
http://www.catholicexchange.com/vm/index.asp?vm_id=1&art_id=31806
argh, i'm a little on the frustrated side right now, so i'm looking for some help.. i'm usually quite good at getting lots of sleep, i'm usually in bed at a decent hour in the night and can usually get between 7 and 9 hours of sleep a night (more on the weekends, of course), but for the last week or so, i've been having some trouble sleeping.
a scattered night of sleeplessness can be expected from time to time, but it's been about 10 days now, that's a little excessive.
i do all of my usual things during the day - classes, homework, chores, cooking, cleaning, errands - and i never nap during the day, i avoid all forms of caffeine after 5pm, and i always go to bed feeling like it's time for me to go to sleep, i'm usually tired at bedtime, but lately, it's been taking me forever to get to sleep.
Super B. As mentioned in the pm ...
http://www.powerfulsleep.com/sleep_letter.htm
http://www.threeworldwars.com/prepare/rev-powerful-sleep.htm
2 of the suggesetions:
1. Sunlight Exposure
Getting Sunlight into Your Eyes the Instant You Wake
You must get sunlight into your eyes in the first few minutes you wake up. This will
instantly give your body temperature rhythm the message that it's day time. Your
body temperature will begin to rise and melatonin levels will drop.
This is why it's such a good idea to exercise in the morning hours.
When you reduce your sleep time it's a good idea to set your “awake” time at
sunrise.
Getting High Intensity Light during Long Indoor Times
If you are forced to spend a lot of time indoors because you work in the office or at
home, this is the time that is most detrimental to your body temperature rhythm.
Ask yourself: What can I do to get the most sunlight possible during work?
Are you going to move your desk next to a bright window?
Are you going to take your lunch break outside in the sun?
Are you going to convince your boss to buy some artificial bright light generators?
Reducing Your Use of Sunglasses
Do you currently use sunglasses?
Reduce your use of sunglasses as much as possible. If you live near the equator,
use sunglasses with common sense. UV radiation is harmful to your eyes, and is
highest during when the sun is at its highest point in the sky. Avoid wearing your
sunglasses just for style.
5. Proper Hydration
Proper hydration to your sleep system is like engine oil to a car. If you truly want to
optimize your sleep and increase your daily energy through the roof, take the steps
explored in the earlier section of this book to hydrate your system.
Proper hydration allows our body temperature rhythm to rise and fall easier. Your
body temperature rhythm will adapt to the new schedule you set for yourself much
easier.
for those who have friends there or who just left there, what is being said about this?
I had gotten word that it was probably not going to be WKL because the city does not want a bigger population and not PATT for whatever reason. That it was going be somewhere upstate - I forgot what city it was..it was all hearsay.
What is left in BRK?
Admin offices
Branch Committee
Convention Office
Health Care
Hospital Information Services
Legal: Attorneys James Andrik, Carolyn Wah
Office of Public Info
Personnel Office
Treasurer's Office
Writing Dept.
Bethel Office
and other lesser dept's.
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i personally know of two cases where the witness being disfellowshipped was asked to provide excruciating details about the exact nature of the "sex crime" that they had committed.. having read the secret elders manual "pay attention to yourselves and all the flock" i know this is standard operating procedure for a judicial hearing.
for those that were disfellowshipped for a "sex crime"
It was so uncomfortable to ask details in regards to a sex act. The other Elder and I were the "cool" Elders in hall for the young ones. So in this particular case, we just asked if he was repentant. He said yes so we agreed. What is done in the bedroom stays in the bedroom or where ever you do the wild thang.
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i don't read it anymore.. i figure that i know enough of it, without having to go back and read it again.
Eventually I will go back to it. Still trying to remove WT Plug-ins and Filters, they were hidden in the Add/Remove programs. JWD registry cleaner has helped out 
. The Bible was meant to be read without plug-ins.
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of the 10 points mentioned that the wtbts is not a corp, which one do you not agree on and why?
personnel committee symposium.
february 22, 1999 .
Of the 10 points mentioned that the WTBTS is not a corp, which one do you not agree on and why?
Personnel Committee Symposium
February 22, 1999
Preserve the Spirit of the
G. Losch
Every family has its own spirit. As the instructors know, each class has its own spirit and so does each congregation. Paul spoke to the Corinthians about preserving the spirit of the congregation "in order that the spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord." (1 Cor. 5:5) The Headquarter family displays its own spirit. Attitude as defined in the Webster dictionary is a state of mind or feeling, disposition. (Volume 2 of the Insight - pages 1026-7) "Ru'ach and pneu'ma are both used to designate the force that causes a person to display a certain attitude, disposition, or emotion… As applying to a group of persons, it is the dominant force activating them." The family displays joy, zeal, loyalty, obedience, and appreciation. They enjoy close association with older ones, they show personal interest in one another, have love for the truth, possess the spirit of self-sacrifice, and they are supportive of any direction the Governing Body gives. We commend you for such a spirit. (Ps. 110:3, Isaiah 6:8) "Thank you for being here, for each year you stay, we love you more." Experience in the Watchtower: A brother said that his son wanted to see the world so he served as a merchant marine. While in NY he visited . He saw the men and women from the factory walking to go to the meal. He saw how busy and happy they are. He observed their spirit. He changed his job and is now a ministerial servant in his father's congregation. On , a letter of appreciation was received saying that while visiting on a Saturday, the ones they saw were in dignified and respectful dress. The brothers dressed in suits showed respect to our grand Creator. We serve for the praise of His glory. This is the purpose of the family. (Eph. 1:12) The worldwide family brings glory to Jehovah. (Eph. 3:21) Treasure the good spirit of the family. Be preserved in a blameless manner. (1 Thes. 5:23) The spirit of the world is like pollution. The spirit of the world needs to be resisted. (Eph 6:13) We received the spirit of God, not the world. The spirit of the word can affect our attitude, our joy. The family displays an excellent spirit. However, some display a worldly and corporate attitude. This corporate attitude affects a few, and has not spread to others. However, it is the responsibility of all to be careful we are not influence by the corporate attitude. But isn't a "non-profit corporation"? does not endorse a corporate attitude. For instance, the Bible does speak of "manager " yet Luke refers to a house manager (Gr., oi·ko·no'mos) not in the sense of how a worldly manager or management operates. How can such an attitude enter? It comes from reading many worldly journals, from the Internet, adopting theories, it is conveyed through brothers who own or do business in the world and when we adopt their views. Can it come from computer programs like SAP? No. Although the program is made with certain terminology and operations - these can be adjusted to meet our needs.
What is it this attitude? How can it be identified and avoided?
The corporate spirit is:
1. …democratic - It delays work from being accomplished because the overseer is afraid to make a decision on his own. A group consensus is sought, so he does not take the blame.
2. …not showing consideration for older ones. Putting efficiency ahead of compassion. In the world, those who are unemployed and in their 40s and 50s have a hard time finding a job. Some are fired before the are due to receive their pension. Work is given to young people. The Governing Body shows consideration for older ones. "We treasure" older ones and "value your experiences. You contribute to the spiritual stability".
3. …creating artificial work when there is not enough work for everyone to do. Creating excessive and detailed manuals take away the dignity of the worker. It says that they are not able to do the work without detailed instructions, although there are some who may need such details. It does not admit that there are too many people in the department.
4. …seen when there is insufficient personal interest taken in one another. When someone withdraws into his own office, he is avoiding personal contact. The one who says: "Send me an e-mail." is avoiding eye contact. (Phil. 2:4) Would a father whose son wanted to speak to him say, "Send me an e-mail."
5. …overdoing. Controlling production and productivity. This creates anxiety in the volunteers. The volunteer is afraid of not meeting the overseer's expectations. He becomes afraid of losing his assignment or afraid that he may be asked to leave .
6. …the competitive spirit, outshining others. If the overseer promotes competition between crews to promote higher productivity, this is worldly. Gal. says not to be stirring up competition.
7. …careless spending of funds. The attitude is to always have more than enough. Micah 6:8 says to "walk modestly". It is easy to spend money not yours. Be reasonable, do not have grandiose ideas. Request only what you need. Do not squander money.
8. …philosophical method to motivate workers into greater performance. Popular psychology, human philosophy, this is selfishness and causes frustrations.
9. …jargons. The family has within the past six months improved in this area of not using jargons. (1 Cor. 2:13). Reflect - what is the attitude behind these words and expressions?
10. …reflected in manner in which we speak to each other. Do not have a gruff, harsh voice when speaking to others. An efficient business voice is worldly. It should be warm, friendly, and instill affection in others. Eph. 5:31. The world lacks fellow feeling.
Although may take advantage of certain things used in the world to do our work, we do not adopt their attitude. Computer programs are just a tool. We may replace it or we may choose to keep it. Your joy doesn't depend on this tool. A spiritual man is not concerned with his personal preference, but love, joy, and peace. He is not overly affected by where and what type of work he does. He looks at it from a spiritual viewpoint. He promotes and preserves the fine spirituality of the family. Grow spiritually, pray, and associate with older ones. The family has a wonderful spirit.