I apolgise for bumping my own thread - but if you really want to influence things, may I suggest that a letter to the newspaper (the most widely-read paper in the English language here) may have an effect?
I do my best, but I can't do it alone!
Joe Grundy
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JW District Convention Cyprus
by Joe Grundy inthis article was in the cyprus mail today (sat 27 june):.
jehovahs witness convention in limassol next weekend.
jehovahs witnesses will discuss their beliefs on the end of the world during their three-day district convention in limassol next month.. .
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JW District Convention Cyprus
by Joe Grundy inthis article was in the cyprus mail today (sat 27 june):.
jehovahs witness convention in limassol next weekend.
jehovahs witnesses will discuss their beliefs on the end of the world during their three-day district convention in limassol next month.. .
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Just realised that my JW friends (and yes, they are friends despite it all) would have counted numerous hours for talking with me and the bride.
Husband and wife (them) and daughter about 8 - giving me some mags and a chat in the supermarket. Husband and wife (them) and daughter finding and passing on to my wife mags in Tagalog (put them straight into the garbage, dear, I know what I'm doing) must add up to quite a few hours.
Very sad, I think, and the two Nepalese young ladies would have a better time (excuse me for this) if they went out and got laid on a Sunday afternoon.
Cheers
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JW District Convention Cyprus
by Joe Grundy inthis article was in the cyprus mail today (sat 27 june):.
jehovahs witness convention in limassol next weekend.
jehovahs witnesses will discuss their beliefs on the end of the world during their three-day district convention in limassol next month.. .
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Joe Grundy
Sorry, bumping again.
But if anyone else wants to send a letter to the paper the address is 'editor@cyprus-mail.com'.
I leave it with you.
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Hi I hope i am welcome
by cantleave inhi guys and gals,.
i am a hypocryte.
brought up in the "truth" but know its not.
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Joe Grundy
You are welcome.
I'm not, and never was, a JW.
Here you will find common sense, reasoned argument, and as much support as you want or need.
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JW District Convention Cyprus
by Joe Grundy inthis article was in the cyprus mail today (sat 27 june):.
jehovahs witness convention in limassol next weekend.
jehovahs witnesses will discuss their beliefs on the end of the world during their three-day district convention in limassol next month.. .
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Joe Grundy
JWs are particularly active here in Cyprus with 'targets' from developing countries, including Phillipines, Bangladesh, etc.
My neighbour downstairs in the complex is under way with 'studies' with a couple of Nepalese young ladies.
Our local neighbours called round yesterday with mags in Tagalog for my wife.
It seems that people from the 'developing world' are now the primary target.
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JW District Convention Cyprus
by Joe Grundy inthis article was in the cyprus mail today (sat 27 june):.
jehovahs witness convention in limassol next weekend.
jehovahs witnesses will discuss their beliefs on the end of the world during their three-day district convention in limassol next month.. .
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JW District Convention Cyprus
by Joe Grundy inthis article was in the cyprus mail today (sat 27 june):.
jehovahs witness convention in limassol next weekend.
jehovahs witnesses will discuss their beliefs on the end of the world during their three-day district convention in limassol next month.. .
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Any comments?
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JW District Convention Cyprus
by Joe Grundy inthis article was in the cyprus mail today (sat 27 june):.
jehovahs witness convention in limassol next weekend.
jehovahs witnesses will discuss their beliefs on the end of the world during their three-day district convention in limassol next month.. .
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Joe Grundy
Hi!
This article was in the Cyprus Mail today (Sat 27 June):
Jehovah’s Witness convention in Limassol next weekend
JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES will discuss their beliefs on the end of the world during their three-day district convention in Limassol next month.
The convention will be held at the Spyros Kyprianou Athletic Centre Palais de Sports from July 3-5.
Throughout the weekend the convention “will highlight an analytical and reasonable – as opposed to fanatical – approach to the subject”, a Jehovah’s Witness press release said.
On Friday the convention will touch on why keeping watch is important and the importance of keeping spirituality alive in families. Saturday’s programme will highlight the dangers of indifference and apathy regarding the upcoming world events foretold in the Bible, while Sunday’s session will contrast popular views with the Bible’s definition of the end of the world.
A special feature on Sunday afternoon will include the modern-day drama, “Your Brother was dead and Came to Life”, based on Jesus’ parable of the prodigal son.
The programme will be presented in Greek, English, Turkish and Russian and will be translated into Arabic, Polish, Rumanian and Bulgarian. Representatives are expected from England, Greece and Turkey.
Jehovah’s Witnesses invite all to attend and learn more about these topics.
Programme sessions run from 9.20am to 4.55 pm on Friday and Saturday and to 4pm on Sunday. Admission is free and no collections will be taken.I have sent a letter to the editor for publication:
Dear Sir
Jehovah's Witnesesses - District Convention
I read with interest that the JWs are to hold a convention soon.
They are an extremely active religion and are always seeking to make new converts. In Cyprus their target audience includes the many foreign workers from developing countries.
To many, they are regarded as a 'cult'. The organisation was founded by Charles Taze Russell in the late 19th century in the USA. He studied the pyramids and decared that the world would end in 1914. This did not happen, so later dates were provided.
The sad thing about this cult is that if one joins it, especially by baptism, it is hard to leave.
They practise 'shunning', which means that someone who leaves has absolutely no contact with members who are 'still in'. This can include mothers, fathers, and so on. I have a friend who has never been allowed to see her grand~children because she dared to leave the religion.
Those who are interested may wish to visit http://www.jehovahs-witness.net/
Yours etc
Chris Pope
Paphos
*PLEASE DO NOT PUBLISH MY NAME OR E-MAIL. I HAVE FRIENDS WHO ARE JWS.*For information.
Regards
Joe Grundy
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A Man Flirted With Me ...
by snowbird in... at the laundromat on sunday.. it was strange and exhilirating at the same time!.
i must get out more!.
tee hee hee.. sylvia.
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Snowbird
Ignore these doubters.
Flirting is one of life's pleasures.
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What does nicotine feel like?
by Elsewhere ini have never smoked or used any tobacco products aside from puffing on a cigar a few times (maybe 5 times in my life).
even with the few cigar experiences (which i did not enjoy much) i never noticed any real "feeling" from the tobacco.
what is it supposed to feel like?
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Joe Grundy
This is a serious comment. It will sound preachy, sorry.
I have been a smoker for too many years. Nicotine is an addictive drug with many negative side effects and no positive ones. It is always a bad idea to start smoking. If I could stop, I would.
In the context of JWN, if you leave the dubs and want to do something to rebel, go and find a prostitute instead. More enjoyable, non-addictive and (if you're careful), much safer. And cheaper in the long run.