TJ Curioso
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I fall for bicycle
by TJ Curioso infor all the bike lovers ... from portugal!.
https://www.facebook.com/tenhoquedaparaabicicleta.
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It's Official! The Governing Body IS the Faithful and Discreet Slave (Annual Meeting Report - jw.org)
by 00DAD init's official!
from the jw.org website:.
november 9, 2012. annual meeting report .
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TJ Curioso
We have to understand the motivation behind all these changes.
In the case of Charles Taze Russell, there was actually, from the part of the Bible Students a deep loyalty and almost idolatry to the man, who was considered a messenger of God and the "Faithful and Wise Servant."
When Rutherford, by shady means, ascends to the presidency of the Watchtower, begins to undermine this "image" and reverse some of the teachings of Russell, even calling some of them "teachings of Satan" (ex. the pyramid of Gizé). These changes are gradual and slow, but effective in the annulment and the importance given to Russell.
Is Rutherford himself, which classifies the Watchtower Society and its directors, as acting as "slave" and not Russell. The motivation behind this was obviously the envy of the cult of personality around Russell. Rutherford wanted the glory to him, and always be in constant comparison with its former President, was frustrating for him.
With respect to the motivation of the current CG, for me is the same. If indeed they are producing spiritual nourishment and are solely responsible for the global leadership to JW, why share the glory and this position with other thousands (which every year increased in number) and probably begin to challenge some the policies and doctrines of the Watchtower?
Being only the CG, the "Faithful and Discreet Slave", no one can challenge its decisions, even claiming to belong to the anointed class!
Thus, this group of men has no accountability to anyone and holds absolute power in a practical and moral standpoint.
No "anointed" can raise questions and his voice, saying that he too has a right given by Christ to rule. This right was denied definitely!
Another master stroke on the part of the Organization, in order to silence opposition, as did Rutherford in the past.
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Fear of Armageddon
by lostinthought inmy blood is boiling, i hate this religion.
my mom is 68 years old and lives in a senior citizen complex.
there are a lot of activities and parties and such that the residents participate in.
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TJ Curioso
A great article about this topic: I’M AFRAID OF BEING DESTROYED AT ARMAGEDDON. —What If Jehovah’s Witnesses Are Right After All?
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Richard Rawe
by Outaservice init was reported to me in an e-mail that richard rawe of soap lake, washington has died.. many of you might remember him and god rest his soul.. outaservice.
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Another Great Man that all we lost!
RIP
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Message of Anonymous about blood transfusions
by TJ Curioso insee here:.
http://youtu.be/ykbfbr_8e6s.
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See here:
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Book Cover for book about Leaving the Watchtower
by Shepherd Book injust in from the publisher: here's the proposed cover for my book deliverance at hand!, slated for release in late 2013.. more info at freethought house.. let me know what you think!.
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I agree with braincleaned!
But the concept is good.
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Some information
by cedars inhere is some information.. the following prospectus seems to give evidence that the watch tower society is attending an investment conference less than a month after their november 8th court date over the bond motion (see page 4, bottom right).. http://www.imn.org/2012/etm1324/pdfs/etm1324_prospectus.pdf.
read into that what you will.. i would rather not pass comment in case i am accused of sensationalism.. .
cedars.
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No problem Cedars.
How many more talk about it the better!
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Some information
by cedars inhere is some information.. the following prospectus seems to give evidence that the watch tower society is attending an investment conference less than a month after their november 8th court date over the bond motion (see page 4, bottom right).. http://www.imn.org/2012/etm1324/pdfs/etm1324_prospectus.pdf.
read into that what you will.. i would rather not pass comment in case i am accused of sensationalism.. .
cedars.
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TJ Curioso
Yes Cedars.
I had mentioned this information here:
http://www.jehovahs-witness.net/watchtower/scandals/239728/1/Watchtower-on-Global-Indexing-ETFs
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Report on pedophilia in the Jehovah's Witnesses (Canada)
by TJ Curioso inhttp://testemunhasdejeova.forumeiros.com.pt/t992-a-organizacao-tj-exposta-na-cbc-canadian-broadcasting-corporation#11892.
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City Contributes $150,000 to Jehovahs Witnesses Convention
by TJ Curioso incity contributes $150,000 to jehovahs witnesses convention .
by ariella montioctober 22, 2012 | posted in: city council, news, the latest | 0 responsesduring a closed session a month ago raleigh city councilors approved a $150,000 contribution to the christian congregation of jehovahs witnesses convention that will be held next year at the pnc arena.. the city has been contributing money toward the event since it first came to raleigh seven years ago.. this is not new, said city manager russell allen.
he said the event has been built into the citys annual budget for awhile.. the approval came during a closed session after the regular sept. 18 city council meeting.
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City Contributes $150,000 to Jehovah’s Witnesses Convention
By ARIELLA MONTI October 22, 2012 | Posted in: City Council, News, The Latest | 0 Responses
During a closed session a month ago Raleigh City Councilors approved a $150,000 contribution to the Christian Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses convention that will be held next year at the PNC Arena.
The city has been contributing money toward the event since it first came to Raleigh seven years ago.
“This is not new,” said City Manager Russell Allen. He said the event has been built into the city’s annual budget for awhile.
The approval came during a closed session after the regular Sept. 18 City Council meeting. The meeting minutes obtained by the Record, posted below, read, “City Manager Allen stated the Council knew his feelings about the request.”
He declined when asked to elaborate on those feelings during a later interview.
The Greater Raleigh Convention and Visitor’s Bureau and the Centennial Authority also contribute funding to the convention.
Dave Olsen, PNC Arena general manager, said that this is the only religiously affiliated event at the area that has a partnership with the city, the visitor’s bureau and the Centennial Authority.
Allen said that other religiously-affiliated groups and organizations typically use the convention center and could qualify for similar business development funding or discounts. But, this is the only event that is held at the arena and also receives some public funding.
According to the backup documents provided with the meeting minutes, the convention received a total of $275,000 in 2011.
The funding covers a portion of the arena rental plus expenses, said Olsen.
The convention is held over the course of two weekends during the mid-summer, when, Olsen said, business at the arena is slow. He said each day of the convention brings in about 10,000 people.
“They have been, specifically through these rough economic times, pretty consistent in attendance and the amount of money they bring to the local economy,” he said. “They’ve been pretty solid from a business standpoint all seven years.”
According to city documents, the projected revenue from the 2011 event in hotel and food and beverage sales is $7.8 million. The projected tax revenue – including sales taxes – amounts to about $301,000.
Councilor Mary-Ann Baldwin said the city will contribute money to organizations that bring in that kind of economic boost to the city, especially during a slow season like August. She said that similar events include the CIAA tournament, which the city recently lost to Charlotte and the Ironman triathlon, which will be coming in the future.
The Give Back
In return, the group usually performs some kind of community service project at the arena.
Typically, Olsen said, the group will clean the building and the grounds for free, saving the arena money from hiring an outside contractor. In the past the group has also planted trees throughout the property.
But this year City Councilors say they want to see more outreach into the community.
Baldwin explained that in the past the City Council would encourage and suggest that the group to partner with other organizations in the community, but wouldn’t require it. The Jehovah’s Witnesses would instead perform some other kind of service work.
This year, she said they decided to tie the funding directly to the completion of a community service.
Councilors gave the group three options including providing support or volunteers for a local Habitat for Humanity project, Helping Hands Mission relocation or a food or clothing drive for one of the city’s food banks or shelters. The group could suggest its own partnership, but it must be approved by the City Council.
