So, GB took a wrong, but somewhat defendable doctrine and made it so much worse to defend, what you can do, cannot do, can transfuse, can't transfuse, it is just beyond ridiculous. What surprises me is that there are doctors in bethel, aren't they able to rein in some of this foolishness. One dr. I knew personally at Wat Farm is very well respected in the org as well as the local hospitals. Why aren't they a voice of reason to all this blood crap? They can't possibly believe that Jesus through spirit is directing what you can and can't do with blood. I'm sure not even GB believes it.
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What Happened at Watchtower in 2001?
by Marvin Shilmer inwhat happened at watchtower in 2001?
... the 2001 blood card that wasthen wasnt.. .
i have added a new article addressing a unique event that occurred in year 2001 involving a change watchtower made on its no-blood cards, and then changed back.
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Four Americans killed on pirated yacht off Somalia: report
by chickpea inwashington (reuters) four americans on a yacht taken over by pirates were killed near somalia, cnn reported on tuesday, citing u.s. defense officials.. the americans were apparently shot during negotiations, cnn reported.
yahoo news is reporting it.
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They are not protecting their livelihood. They are not fishermen, they are pirates. If ships dumping waste were the issue they would be pirating THOSE ships, not private pleasure and commercial trade vessels.
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Stupid not just once but twice, and it is praised
by therevealer in12 the watchtower ?
5 what good results there can be when.
children are trained to keep a simple eye!.
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Reminds me of a a presiding overseer, full time pioneer window washer brother that used to be in my cong. He would often say if it wasn't for the truth he would be making high six figure salary. Mind you, he went from HS to pioneering to Wat Farm, married, was not accepted back to the farm. Know idea what inflated his ego. Six figures---only in his dreams. He finally moved away, story was he and wife had to care for family member. Real story was he and wife were suppose to inherit that family member's home and property. Heard it all never worked out. Moral of the story---you can say anything you want, talk is cheap, and being a JW you don't have to prove it or back up cheap talk because the ministry comes first. It is irresponsibility to personal growth.
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The Pressure Is On to Pioneer in April
by dontplaceliterature ini know there have already been a couple of threads posted about this, but i thought it made since to bring it up again.
i hadn't really heard any "oh my what a blessing, are you pioneering in april?
" talk right after the big announcement last month.
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It's all so disingenious. If a pub could do 1 or 10 or 20 or 40 or 80 or 160 hrs. they should do it. Suppose to do your best, with or without a tittle. As for that dumb elder statement about Armgeddon coming, what we've always been taught is we have to serve because we DON"T know when it is coming---the thief in the deal.
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Books to Read
by MrFreeze ini used to love reading.
i would go through books like mad.
but as of the last few years i find myself fading further and further from reading.
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My favorite books are non fiction adventure. Hard to pick a favorite, but on that favorite list would be the Munity On the Bounty. It is a trilogy. Read them all, in order of course. First is Munity on......., second is Men Against the Sea, and third is Pitcarin's Island. Pitcarin's...... will leave your head spinning. Goggle Pit...... and you'll see to this day how the few inhabitants are linked to the Bounty. Incrediable story!
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Guy Pierce (of GB): Special Talk (Education)
by pirata ini got some notes from a talk that guy pierce of the governing body gave in the past few years.
there was a good portion on eduation.
these are the relevant notes (not a transcript):.
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Go ahead, get that higher education. When questioned about it tell them it is your "theocratic goal" to be the best pedifile lawyer the society ever had.
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CO's putting the screws on elder bodies, and ministerial servants to auxilliary pioneer this April.
by miseryloveselders ini have such a love/hate, 50/50 relationship with this organization any more, but a letter was read to the elders and ministerial servants that has pushed me to the 30/70 range in favor of hate, if even momentarily.
most of you if not all are aware of the auxilliary pioneering initiative for this upcoming april.
it's no secret that i'm not real fond of pioneering as its unscriptural for one thing.
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Shouldn't the GB and bethel heavies publish their applications to be encouragng to the publishers? Shouldn't every single bethelite sign up since they do noy have homes and families to support and care for? Shouldn't the example come from the top down?
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Having the Circuit Oversear over for dinner...was it like a royal visit for you??
by Witness 007 ini rang a sister who i haven't spoken to for years who said "she couldn't talk since she was cooking for the c.o and his wife who have special dietary needs......was this like a royal visits at your cong and whats with the "we can't eat flour, or yeast" or blah blah blah!
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My ex wife would get real emotional about unfairness. She would always volunteer our house for a CO meal but never even be aknowledged. Our Service Overseer sensed her unhappiness and said to me what day would we like. Back then I used to take a day off to work with CO group. I told him what day and I also said we would do something simple like grilled cheese and tomato soup so we can get right back out. He said he would see if he could work us in. Never heard another word about it. I just didn't want the comotion. Never told my ex.
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Assembly Hall In Palm Beach Florida Sign says Christian Assembly Hall of Jehovah's witnesses
by DeeDubs ini saw this on google when i was looking for a kh plan on visiting family.
is this new?.
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I don't know how long you've been out, but one of JW many names is "The Christain Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses".
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Assembly Hall In Palm Beach Florida Sign says Christian Assembly Hall of Jehovah's witnesses
by DeeDubs ini saw this on google when i was looking for a kh plan on visiting family.
is this new?.
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Just to add, it's West Palm Beach. The difference is billions and billions of $$