So they can't set a specific date....but they can set a specific number? Won't that destroy the whole foundation of the religion?
Burger Time
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What is the NEW BUZZ in the Org?
by Save My Soul inthere is a new wt arrangement, the 1935 change, the 30 minute public talk among other things.
some have even said they would stop talking doom and gloom, can someone please confirm this?.
what is the perception of these things among those active in the org?
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What is the NEW BUZZ in the Org?
by Save My Soul inthere is a new wt arrangement, the 1935 change, the 30 minute public talk among other things.
some have even said they would stop talking doom and gloom, can someone please confirm this?.
what is the perception of these things among those active in the org?
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Burger Time
So they can't set a specific date....but they can set a specific number?
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PRINCE PERFUME 'smell the truth'
by DannyHaszard inrevelations perfume smell the truth3121 reasons to pick up prince's scentcomment.
usa today - 1 hour ago.
the jehovah's witness convert "was intrigued by our name," couey says.
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Burger Time
You know just in fairness, the youtube video when the man called it was just one dub and he clearly said I can not verify it. He never said the society didn't know he just didn't personally know, and seemed to be pretty honest about it and didn't condone what Prince had done. He even said it's something they "didn't want". Just saying.
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how do current jw's feel about where their contibutions are being spent?
by manhasbecomelikeoneofus in -
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Burger Time
I talked to my Mom and brother about this, they both said the same thing. The WTBS doesn't make all of it's money off of the contribution work. So they probably used investment monies such as wall street and such to pay for it. Even though they didn't have an answer when I asked what the original money was to invest. Even so it's just like every other donation based organization. You can tell someone who donates to the Red Cross till your blue in the face the things they misuse money for but it doesn't matter if they feel the organization is good.
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The Myth Of Evolution
by whereami inthis should stir things up!
haven't finished reading it.
thought some of you would get a kick out of it.
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Burger Time
I support the Spaghetti Monster Theory! It's just as good as any Creation theory just listen to this open Letter to the Kansas Education Board!
Church of the Flying Spaghetti Monster
Open Letter To Kansas School Board
I am writing you with much concern after having read of your hearing to decide whether the alternative theory of Intelligent Design should be taught along with the theory of Evolution. I think we can all agree that it is important for students to hear multiple viewpoints so they can choose for themselves the theory that makes the most sense to them. I am concerned, however, that students will only hear one theory of Intelligent Design.
Let us remember that there are multiple theories of Intelligent Design. I and many others around the world are of the strong belief that the universe was created by a Flying Spaghetti Monster. It was He who created all that we see and all that we feel. We feel strongly that the overwhelming scientific evidence pointing towards evolutionary processes is nothing but a coincidence, put in place by Him.
It is for this reason that I’m writing you today, to formally request that this alternative theory be taught in your schools, along with the other two theories. In fact, I will go so far as to say, if you do not agree to do this, we will be forced to proceed with legal action. I’m sure you see where we are coming from. If the Intelligent Design theory is not based on faith, but instead another scientific theory, as is claimed, then you must also allow our theory to be taught, as it is also based on science, not on faith.
Some find that hard to believe, so it may be helpful to tell you a little more about our beliefs. We have evidence that a Flying Spaghetti Monster created the universe. None of us, of course, were around to see it, but we have written accounts of it. We have several lengthy volumes explaining all details of His power. Also, you may be surprised to hear that there are over 10 million of us, and growing. We tend to be very secretive, as many people claim our beliefs are not substantiated by observable evidence. What these people don’t understand is that He built the world to make us think the earth is older than it really is. For example, a scientist may perform a carbon-dating process on an artifact. He finds that approximately 75% of the Carbon-14 has decayed by electron emission to Nitrogen-14, and infers that this artifact is approximately 10,000 years old, as the half-life of Carbon-14 appears to be 5,730 years. But what our scientist does not realize is that every time he makes a measurement, the Flying Spaghetti Monster is there changing the results with His Noodly Appendage. We have numerous texts that describe in detail how this can be possible and the reasons why He does this. He is of course invisible and can pass through normal matter with ease.
I’m sure you now realize how important it is that your students are taught this alternate theory. It is absolutely imperative that they realize that observable evidence is at the discretion of a Flying Spaghetti Monster. Furthermore, it is disrespectful to teach our beliefs without wearing His chosen outfit, which of course is full pirate regalia. I cannot stress the importance of this enough, and unfortunately cannot describe in detail why this must be done as I fear this letter is already becoming too long. The concise explanation is that He becomes angry if we don’t.
You may be interested to know that global warming, earthquakes, hurricanes, and other natural disasters are a direct effect of the shrinking numbers of Pirates since the 1800s. For your interest, I have included a graph of the approximate number of pirates versus the average global temperature over the last 200 years. As you can see, there is a statistically significant inverse relationship between pirates and global temperature.
In conclusion, thank you for taking the time to hear our views and beliefs. I hope I was able to convey the importance of teaching this theory to your students. We will of course be able to train the teachers in this alternate theory. I am eagerly awaiting your response, and hope dearly that no legal action will need to be taken. I think we can all look forward to the time when these three theories are given equal time in our science classrooms across the country, and eventually the world; One third time for Intelligent Design, one third time for Flying Spaghetti Monsterism, and one third time for logical conjecture based on overwhelming observable evidence.
Sincerely Yours,
Bobby Henderson, concerned citizen.
P.S. I have included an artistic drawing of Him creating a mountain, trees, and a midget. Remember, we are all His creatures.
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Burger Time
Cool thanks everyone. I have been wanting to meet some ex dubs as it seems the society effects your psychy in a way that a lot of people don't understand. Oh and Charlotte is about 4 hours southwest of Raliegh. It's a fun city!
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Question?
by Mrs Smith inhas the anouncement about the jw only wt and the 30 min talks been made only in the usa or in other countries as well.
want to ask my mom if she knows about it but don't want to rock the boat.
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Burger Time
I talked to my friend on Tuesday about it, and he knew nothing of it.
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letter from my parents
by thebiggestlie innicholas,.
just want you to know how much dad and i love you.
we love you so much that we dont ever want anything bad to happen to you.
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Burger Time
Isn't amazing that if the letter read like this it would have such a stronger different effect.
Just want you to know how much dad and I love you. We love you so much that we don’t ever want anything bad to happen to you . We know that this is a difficult time for you. You want…need independence yet you are inexperienced. We know being a wittiness is difficult to live by. We know that you are lonely and want friends. You scared us when you left with friends we didn't know in the car and even though you were ok then that doesn’t mean you will be in the future. Your going to be 18 soon and you will soon be held accountable to the law and people can get you to do things that you might not normally do . Peer preasure can be very strong and it might not even mean that you are doing anything wrong but merely that you are in the wrong place at the wrong time.Remember we all love you. (list names of friends and relatives) and especially Jehovah, give them a chance! If you decide to set spiritual goals for yourself (pioneering) study praying mediation we will help you reach these goals We will help with all you need no matter what you do. It might be hard but pray and rely on Jehovah. Talk to us and tell us how you feel. Write down your feelings We love you so much!
Me and my Mom were talking about how the society always encourages parents to hold kids to adult standards. It's really sad. I think they could win over more teenagers if the teenagers had somewhat of options. Instead they are painted in to a corner. It's really sad if you read the original letter it might not say it outright, but it's essentially telling this young man he has no other option to be good but the JW option. So being a rebellious teenager what the heck do they expect? -
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letter from my parents
by thebiggestlie innicholas,.
just want you to know how much dad and i love you.
we love you so much that we dont ever want anything bad to happen to you.
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Burger Time
Were you baptized? First of all the fact that your parents are writing you a letter and not putting the boom stick down on you is a good sign. It means that if you move out your probably still going to have a somewhat stable relationship. Two options in situations like these, just tell the truth but be sure to emphasize that YOU have to make a decision for YOURSELF. Make the issue a "free will" issue. Most open minded JW's take this approach really well. If you can make them think you are doing it because they have inculcated free will to choose it gives them somewhat of a guilty conscious and they have a hard time being angry at you, because after all your only doing what all JW's teach, making the decision on your own. Other thing you can do is just lie your teeth out. Or if this is the case be honest. Just tell them your having a faith issue. Say you prayed to Jehovah all night so much so that you began to cry. Everything in your heart tells you being a JW just isn't for you. Buy a few good Bible commentaries just to make it look more believable. Have arguments with them but try to do it in a non face to face. The best way a JW will trap you is by not giving you enough time to refute what they say. The best is the praying part. If your really true of heart a JW never knows what to say when you say that to them. It's like it blows there mind. Open JW's will usually have even more pity on you for this. Give em hell boy!
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Burger Time
Yea the f'ing "killing someone and taking their blood" thing is great!
