Posts by restrangled

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A talk by Bro. Butts emailed to me: His experiences are such BS

by Magwitch in

do you think any of the following experiences are true?

they are so far fetched they are almost humorous.

title: let's all make it to the finish line...[sr from patterson] bro.

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"Another couple
used to be loved by their family and friends when they were in the
world, but once they learned the truth - they were shunned."

It all sounds bogus but the above takes the cake....talk about the pot calling the kettle black.

r.

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Preliminary report: 58 JWs died in Haiti

by AndersonsInfo in

jw
friends

http://www.jwbrothers.org/play.php?vid=2080.

among jehovahs witnesses, congregation elders work tirelessly to make contact with all members of the congregation to ensure that they are safe or can get to a safe place.

also, the elders check to be sure that each one has lifes necessities, such as clean drinking water, food, clothing, and essential medication.

Stevenson Belgrade, a 22-year-old auto mechanic with halting but steady English, asked an Associated Press team for water, medicine and latex gloves for 40 families huddled in a Jehovah's Witness hall. Someone had come by in the morning and thrown two bodies on their front door, he explained.

He persisted through several explanations that there were no provisions, only a few latex gloves to offer, never really giving up even as the conversation ended.

"When can I come back for help?" he asked, his voice falling slightly to a whisper. "We are beaten."

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Yet Another Generation: What Have JW's EVER Got Right? (a Public Service Announcement)

by AllTimeJeff in

in the april 15, 2010 wt, the new governing body of jw's have once again changed their ever problematic teaching regarding the "generation" that saw the sign jesus spoke of mt: 24:32-34.

(note, all references to "generation" in this article are in reference to this passage in mt 24).

the reason that this shows why the governing body is a fraud is very simple.

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Jeff, the more I read about this, the angrier I feel about their convoluted explanation of a generation. "A generation" is singular not plural. I refer to myself as a 3rd generation JW, 3 distinct generations. Our lives overlap but it is not one generation.

Christ didn't say "These Generations"

Just my 2 cents.

r.

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I need suggestions on how to secure the home windows. Thank you!

by asilentone in

jw
friends

some of you know that i am a caretaker of a very large home here.

the home is in a very secure gated location, but the home does not have alarm system, the owner chose not to have one, but i am looking in to get all the windows secured, i am sure there are more than few ways to do it.

i would like to know what products are available to secure the home windows.

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Asilentone,

For windows you can use small metal clamps from the hardware store that attach to the frame inside. They work like a charm and are under $1.00 each.

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I wonder how long it will be until we hear about JW's helping only JW Haitians

by restrangled in

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so here are my questions:

They have communication to New York, and they are aware already aprox. 50 odd Jw's are missing? (perhaps those that missed the latest meeting?)

They had no damage to their building, are the doors open to those in the streets suffering in the heat with broken bones, homeless, or those needing water and food or medical care?

If they have communication capabilities, are they sharing that with everyone?

Would you like to take a guess?

r.

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I wonder how long it will be until we hear about JW's helping only JW Haitians

by restrangled in

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Ok, Browns post is 22:31:47 (April 14) GMT....does that mean general mountain time? He's on Eastern.

Any way...find it funny after this thread. If someone can explain it......thanks. Perhaps I am assuming things.It just happened to turn up.

Here is their post:

For Immediate Release
January 14, 2010

Earthquake in Haiti

NEW YORK—Jehovah’s Witnesses worldwide are expressing deep concern for the victims of the devastating earthquake that took place in Haiti on January 12, 2010. Many Witnesses have made particular inquiry about the welfare of their 16,000 fellow worshippers in Haiti after learning of the magnitude 7.0 earthquake that struck about 10 miles southwest of Port-au-Prince.

Although direct communication to Haiti remains problematic at this time, preliminary reports are starting to be received at the Witnesses’ world headquarters in Brooklyn. The branch office of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Haiti at Santo, near Port-au-Prince, reports no injuries among their personnel and no major structural damage to their buildings. Additionally, communication was established with Witness missionaries, and no injuries are reported among the missionaries or the traveling elders among Jehovah’s Witnesses who were visiting congregations in the affected areas. Sadly, preliminary reports confirm that 58 Witnesses lost their lives in the earthquake; that number is expected to rise as more reports are received.

Witnesses around the world are offering their assistance. The Witnesses’ relief efforts are currently being coordinated from their world headquarters in Brooklyn with the assistance of the branch office in the Dominican Republic, providing practical help and spiritual comfort for the victims. More detailed information will be provided as it becomes available.

Jehovah’s Witnesses have been actively promoting Bible education in Haiti for over 80 years.

Contact: J. R. Brown, telephone: (718) 560-5600

Last updated 14 January 2010 22:31:47 GMT

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I wonder how long it will be until we hear about JW's helping only JW Haitians

by restrangled in

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Mythbuster...I will tell you this now, as I posted my original thread there was no reference to Haiti on JW Media. org.

My only guess is they watch this site, and Mr. Brown, got his act together after reading my post.

I am not surprised one iota...and ...why did it take them so long?

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I wonder how long it will be until we hear about JW's helping only JW Haitians

by restrangled in

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Here is one more thing....we are all aware the GB has a private airplane, or more....why aren't they down there now? Perhaps because some big time boasters are enjoying a vacation or has a talk to give in an exotic country or Island.

No need to call them back for the miserable 13,000 in the poorest country in the world.....the local KH's and witnesses should take care of this problem.

r

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I wonder how long it will be until we hear about JW's helping only JW Haitians

by restrangled in

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V11 you posted:

Here is the specific quote from the Watchtower.org

**Donations for a specific relief effort are gratefully accepted. However, it is preferred that such donations be made to the worldwide work of Jehovah’s Witnesses, since monies are drawn from this fund as the need arises.

Now I didn't see anything specifically for Haiti and this is their typical response. Any monies accepted will go the the worldwide work....hardee har har...straight to the the support of the old regime first, for their food, bedding, haircuts, travel expenses, dry cleaning, laundry, and especially health problems and insurance.

Then, and maybe then, Haiti if it comes to mind. In the mean time as I stated, make sure and watch for some unbelievable claims that they made sure Haitian JW's were taken care of.

I'm sure they will be soaking the brethren for funds, saying:

"Please put it into the world wide fund"

The Latest Watchtower or Awake in April or May will be full of bragging about their support.

r.

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I wonder how long it will be until we hear about JW's helping only JW Haitians

by restrangled in

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We've been through several disasters here in Florida, and the JWs have helped everybody, not only their own. Having said that, yes, they do concentrate and start out helping other JWs affected by the problem, but many others do receive the help as well.
One must understand the resources are limited and the Watchtower does the best they can. Also, at this time of need, the brothers and sisters won't just sit there, they'll start helping themselves and others as well.
The WTBS has received many praises as having one of the most organized ways to help the needy. I've been on both sides, giving help and receiving help, and I'll tell you, it's wonderful.
DY

The above I find hilareous. I've been through 2 of those hurricanes. I don't know where you were located, but the JW's were never in this neighborhood, or any surrounding checking for anyone.

Rescources are limited? Are you kidding? they have multi million dollars!

Where in the Hell do you get your info? more ridiculous info for an assembly to be written up in some watchtower.