Posts by dissed

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Letter being read tonight?

by mjarka911 in

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so my active jw wife is feeling under the weather tonight and told me she won't be attending the meeting, but she was on the fence becase they announced an important letter was being read tonight.

anyone heard anything?

maybe it's just a local thing, but i like to try and see what's coming around the corner.. .

dissed

Tonights letter:

To ALL Apostates,

Greetings from the GB of JW's!

Do you miss your friends and family? Wish you were back? Well, you don't have to wish no more.

This is to inform you of an offer of amnesty. We need you back.

If you will close all Web sites, that are defamning the WTS, promise not to say anything bad, and attend meetings, you will be reinstated to good standing in the congregation.

Think of the untold blessing you could receive.

For brothers, passing the mics and passing out literature. And for the sisters who come back, field sevice, and bathroom cleanning. Won't that make you happy?!

This is conditional.

You must also contribute money to the preaching work. To make that easier, we now take credit cards! Isn't that great?! Plus, with Kingdom financing, you can take a mortgage on your home and donate a huge amount of money at one time. Can you imagine any more joy?!

So, don't you think its time we forget our old differences and all smoke JG's great peace pipe, then come together in unity?

Still not convinced??

Okay, you want more, then we've listened to you.

New and improved meetings! They are shorter and there are less nights to attend. Plus with our new understanding of blood, alternative military service, and no end of days pressure, its easier than ever to stay a JW.

And if you act right now, we have a special bonus and incentive. We are offering you a 'free pass' good for one by-pass to your next JC meeting. That's right! We just want you to know how loving we really are.

Hurry our former apostate friends, this offer ends soon! Don't delay or you might be destroyed at Armegeddon!

Hopeully your brothers to be again,

The GB of JW's

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Crazy GB Rants from Bethel- All former B-lites please participate

by lrkr in

just remember a few crazy gb rants- the topic on no smooching during the prayer got me to remembering a few:.

losch- morning worship- roommates should pray together (inferred kneeling on the floor together).

losch- morning worship- women have a natural craving for men that has to be managed and controlled by men.

dissed

Those who were there in the mid 70's remember this story well.

Under the 4 year committment few were making it, and so Bethel changed it to 1 year.

Just before the change, rumors started to fly about lowering the requirement. Even Bethel Elders were sharing stuff. The rumor worked its way back to 'El Presidente' Knorr, who decided the Family needed one of his 'quit your complaining keep your committment talks'.

He also claimed since HE was on the GB and had not discussed the possible change, it was absolutely, positively, not true, and wasn't going to happen. "Over my dead body!"

People felt deflated and were discouraged.

A few days later, the GB read the announcement, "Its now a 1 year commitment". Knorr who had until recently controlled Bethel was not on the Personal Committee, and had no idea of the upcoming change. Although they had polled Bethel Elders about the need for change, for some reason, they didn't ask Knorr for his opinion.

It was definately a coming down for the exalted one. But it also showed, there were issues between the GB.

Reminded me of the new Elder arrangement and the loss of control of the old congregation servant. Minor and major rebellions sprung up all over the world. Lead to several wars in our congregation over many years.

And all they were doing, was just imitating the GB.

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An Elder wrote anomously...

by Butterflyleia85 in

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i realize as an elder that i am speaking out against the very organization i try to faithfully represent, but i personally think that the governing body is wrong by teaching that only what they teach us, as printed in the watchtower publications, should be considered to be the truth.

theyve made the expression of any personal opinions or group debates over their official versions of biblical truths subject to disciplinary action often leading to someone being disfellowshipped.. .

that is why i feel that i must keep my own identity somewhat anonymous.

dissed

ATJ

COC just arrived in today's mail, along with "I'm perfect: Your doomed!"

Sorry, I meant Bookman's not Borders. They are huge and carry lots of traded books, including a slew of WT JW books on the shelves.

The anti- sections I refered to Mormon's, Catholics, Scientists....had lots of negative books and were labeled as such by marking cards. But for the JW's nothing. They should have had the section like all the others, but it was missing.

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What do Yankees know about the South?

by undercover in

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1. what was the largest city in the south ( of the states that later made up the confederacy) in 1860?.

2. what was the worst maritime disaster in the south's (and america's) history?.

3. what city was the original capital of the confederacy?.

dissed

Hardees had a tomato on a biscuit I was very fond of.

51

What do Yankees know about the South?

by undercover in

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1. what was the largest city in the south ( of the states that later made up the confederacy) in 1860?.

2. what was the worst maritime disaster in the south's (and america's) history?.

3. what city was the original capital of the confederacy?.

dissed

I knew the answer to #5 Mt Airy because I used to live there.

81

An Elder wrote anomously...

by Butterflyleia85 in

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friends

i realize as an elder that i am speaking out against the very organization i try to faithfully represent, but i personally think that the governing body is wrong by teaching that only what they teach us, as printed in the watchtower publications, should be considered to be the truth.

theyve made the expression of any personal opinions or group debates over their official versions of biblical truths subject to disciplinary action often leading to someone being disfellowshipped.. .

that is why i feel that i must keep my own identity somewhat anonymous.

dissed

ATJ

We had exactly the same experience with COC. Waiting right now for it to come from Amazon. And by the way, we went to Borders in our town and they not only didn't have it but had no anti-JW cult stuff, nada. But they had Mormon, Catholic, etc...etc...

Me thinks a JW must work at the store and makes sure nothing is on the shelf. Or, they can't keep it in stock, because of all the interest, which I doubt.

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An Elder wrote anomously...

by Butterflyleia85 in

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friends

i realize as an elder that i am speaking out against the very organization i try to faithfully represent, but i personally think that the governing body is wrong by teaching that only what they teach us, as printed in the watchtower publications, should be considered to be the truth.

theyve made the expression of any personal opinions or group debates over their official versions of biblical truths subject to disciplinary action often leading to someone being disfellowshipped.. .

that is why i feel that i must keep my own identity somewhat anonymous.

dissed

I personally thought his rant revealed a lot of anger, was a bit self righteous, but otherwise, very honest.

This is the nature of the JW's.

It is very hard for someone to admit that they have been fooled all these years. It is an embarrassment, you feel humiliated. You have invested more than just going to church on Sunday, but your whole life to this belief system.

Many JW's are very smart and intelligent people. They thought they really researched all the doctrines. They had come to the conclusion they alone have the 'truth' and look down on others who don't.

Now to realize they really are no different than other religions, and in some ways worse, is very hard for them to understand, they are confused.

The first step to leaving is to question objectively just one thing you have been led to believe is inspired from God through the GB. Once you have done that, the rest will start to fall like dominos, when you have time to look into the matter.

The Web, it could be said, is leading to the downfall of the GB. No longer can they lie, mislead, and fool honest hearted people. The reality is, is that the truth is what's doing them in, and the Web refuses to keep their secrets anymore.

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Thank you for Q-Tips, winter coats, and Mr. Flipper

by palmtree67 in

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i fainted at work today.

doctor sent me to the hospital right away.

turns out i have a wicked kidney infection.

dissed

Lucky you Ms Palmtree.

Please get better soon, other wise its the hospital and chilled cranberry juice through an I.V.

Did you see my sleep walking suggestion for you?

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Crazy GB Rants from Bethel- All former B-lites please participate

by lrkr in

just remember a few crazy gb rants- the topic on no smooching during the prayer got me to remembering a few:.

losch- morning worship- roommates should pray together (inferred kneeling on the floor together).

losch- morning worship- women have a natural craving for men that has to be managed and controlled by men.

dissed

Couch - Whenever he said, "Some of the brothers"......then you knew it would followed by a negative lecture.

Grant Suiter - "Rubbing the sleep from your eyes is wrong" I looked around to see who might be doing it and noticed everyone else was doing the same. "Look! He's rubbig his eyes! Everyone! Get Him!"

Dan Sydlic - Responding to complaints from the family about Bethel life. "Its not what Bethel can do for you, but what you can do for Bethel"

Swingle - "If there is a nut in the organization, he's here at Bethel"

Swingle responding to a SR - "What and the Hell are you talking about?!" As related to me by a Swingle fan.

My roomate - "I think we should get on our knees and pray before bedtime each night together" My reply, "Let me know when you do, I'll leave the room"

SR Dissed when just arriving at Bethel during his first Monday WT study, "Who's that guy sleeping during the study?" Roomate said, "Fred Franz"

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I am looking for a new winter jacket

by asilentone in

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friends

i live in a very big city, there are so many stores offering winter jackets, so i would need your suggestions where to look for, thanks!.

dissed

need more info from you,

how cold does it get?

What's the purpose of the jacket you need? Traveling to work? Is it for work? How much are you on the outside?

Do you want it to double for things like skiing, hunting, as well?

Have you considered layering?