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New elders' manual - a few more details

by sir82 in

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per a recent boe letter:.

-- new manual will be softcover.

-- elders can keep their old elder manual if they choose.

What silly things have you been counselled on or simply been told off for?

by 3Mozzies in

so what silly things have you been counselled on or simply been told off for?.

back in my early 20's, i had a pair of comfy old jeans that started to tear in about 3 places on the leg.

it was the fashion at the time so not only did they feel great to wear, they also looked 'in', not that i cared for that, but it was a bonus .

My sister Jay got counseled for wearing a shirt with an anchor on the front of it to the TMS. The sis told her that her shirt looked patriotic. Really? My sister Jay was about 12 years old at the time.

also, another sister told my mom she shouldn't buy Lucky Charms cereal.

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Do You Really Care About the People On Here?

by snowbird in

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how they're feeling, coping?.

well, do you?.

thanks to those who respond.. syl.

QuestioningEverything

Yes. I may not know them personally. Yet, I know from experience how they are feeling when they first post on here. It's a scary, confusing time for them.

And I know when I first posted, I appreciated more than words can say how wonderful everyone was. It really helped me see that I was going to be okay. I am so grateful to this day for this website and the people who post on it.

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Things You'll Never Hear a JW Say ...

by sacolton in

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check out the responses:.

http://www.facebook.com/pages/watchtower-uncensored/261720187231?v=wall&story_fbid=160326977320577.

if you already have a fb account ... join our channel!.

QuestioningEverything

"Guess what? I was accepted to (insert college/university name) on a full-ride scholarship."

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Name Some Stupid Organization/ Congregation Rules

by minimus in

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there's a lot of them!.

one rule is you can't wear a tee shirt with writing on it if you are working at a quick build kh .

nothing with logos.. let's add more stupid rules that were in your hall or that the organization has.. .

QuestioningEverything

I love these kind of topics, they just reinforce why I am no longer a member.

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Who has bought a lot less frumpy dress clothes?

by mamalove in

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i am amazed at all of the dresses and skirts that i will never wear again.

i was joking the other day i need to have a garage sale and advertise to jw's.

tons of long skirts, and lots of dresses.

QuestioningEverything

I have upgraded my wardrobe. Like you ladies, I no longer worry about skirt length's or splits. This is a funny topic because I just went through my closet last week and donated a ton of stuff to the Goodwill. It felt wonderful to get rid of those KH clothes. Good riddance!

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WT Society's Sly Guilt & Fear Tactics on Young People in Nov.15th WT

by flipper in

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as many on this board are aware- the wt society is losing younger members in big numbers.

statistics show that 2 out of 3 jw's raised in the cult leave between the age of 18 to 35. so like they always do- if the wt society sees a " need " or " problem " arising they address it in wt study articles.

thus notice how manipulative the wt society uses fear, guilt, and put down type comments to intimidate young jehovah's witnesses in this wt study article in nov. 15th issue.. under the titled article " young ones - what will you do with your life ?

QuestioningEverything

I have 3 teenage sons. I am so happy that they are experiencing a normal, fun teenage life. They play sports, go to school dances, go to parties at their friends houses. They have a normal healthy view of sex and masturbation. They are making plans for college after graduation.

It's a good life for them.

OH, and I forgot to add that they are able to enjoy birthday's, Christmas and Halloween! I'm trying to make up for the lost years and they love it!

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The letter that started it all, 12-31-00

by silentlambs in

12-31-00. watchtower.

25 columbia heights.

brooklyn, ny 11201. dear brothers,.

QuestioningEverything

I remember when Bill was on "dateline". It planted a seed of doubt in my mind about the JW's. But at the time, I wasn't ready to accept the truth about them.

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Do JW elders perform exorcisms?

by QuestioningEverything in

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what if a person is thought to be possessed and nothing suspicious is found in their home, ie books, yard sale stuff, smurfs, etc..., will the elders perform an exorcism?

have any of you ever heard of a person getting exorcised?.

QuestioningEverything

What if a person is thought to be possessed and nothing suspicious is found in their home, IE books, yard sale stuff, smurfs, etc..., will the elders perform an exorcism? Have any of you ever heard of a person getting exorcised?

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Wife may have Breastcancer, not sure.

by KW13 in

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she has had strange coloured discharge from one breast for a while now.

the doctor didn't really seem to take it seriously.

yesterday she shouts me screaming and she shows me blood coming from her nipple, like you would expect milk to.

QuestioningEverything

I'm sorry to hear that your wife is having those symptoms. That can be very scary. Keep remaining calm, your wife will need your support.

Sending you good vibes and mojo for your appt. tomorrow. Keep us posted.