http://www.dr.dk/nyheder/indland/2013/07/25/151958.htm.
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at the convention, hearing that crap was so ridiculous....i struggled to keep the smirk off of my face. 3 or 4yrs in a row, they've dedicated a symposium in part to "APOSTATES"...and all they do is spew bullshit. Also, ... it's funny how there are never any "ex-apostates" giving experiences. Because if you're smart enough to become an apostate...you do NOT go back.
JWs better start thinking....
did anyone watch the nbc program "rock center" last night?
it dealt with scientology defectors and the stories, (shunning, tax-exempte etc) sounded very much like the watchtower/jehovah witnesses!.
i sat with my family...and there was dead silence throughout the report.
don't worry, I've sent Elders letters and links to various articles about property-selling, pedophiles, the blood issue, contradiction from WT articles, links of youtube vids to more places... CNN, MSNBC, FOXnews, CBS, our local news where I live, the New Yorker magazine and I'm still not done. Trying to get in touch with some docu-directors and an old school-mate who's now a producer for FOX (American Idol, and Fox Sports) to see if he can give me any further direction. BBC's Panorama is another one.
To be continued.
did anyone watch the nbc program "rock center" last night?
it dealt with scientology defectors and the stories, (shunning, tax-exempte etc) sounded very much like the watchtower/jehovah witnesses!.
i sat with my family...and there was dead silence throughout the report.
ROCK CENTER - (CONTACT US)
I just sent a loooooong a$$ email to them in hopes that they reach out to our valiant and brave ex-JW comminity (of various sites and forums) to build a story on the Watchtower Society and the shady Governing Body and how those that want to get out are treated.
Maybe others will follow suit.
Have a great weekend. All weekend I plan on doing this for various TV/Cable networks and news magazines. I hope my telling them that the Shepherd the Flock, Letters to the BOEs that abound whet their appetites. I'd love to send them everything I've saved from all of you that have contributed to the cause.
did anyone watch the nbc program "rock center" last night?
it dealt with scientology defectors and the stories, (shunning, tax-exempte etc) sounded very much like the watchtower/jehovah witnesses!.
i sat with my family...and there was dead silence throughout the report.
Was heartbreaking to say the least. they go a bit further than the WT Society, but I think hopefully, many will start waking up if more stories about cults are done. Imagine the hits and searches on the web for information on Scientology now...really since the Tom and Katie split. Mitt Romney running for president had me searching to learn more about Mormons and their ex-members too.
Loved how (on Rock Center) it was said that members are not allowed to even "READ ANYTHING CRITICAL" of Scientolgy.
did anyone watch the nbc program "rock center" last night?
it dealt with scientology defectors and the stories, (shunning, tax-exempte etc) sounded very much like the watchtower/jehovah witnesses!.
i sat with my family...and there was dead silence throughout the report.
Did anyone watch the NBC program "ROCK CENTER" last night? It dealt with Scientology defectors and the stories, (shunning, tax-exempte etc) sounded very much like the Watchtower/Jehovah Witnesses!
I sat with my family...and there was DEAD SILENCE throughout the report. I KNOW the wheels were turning. No JW that watched that could've done so without recognizing the comparison to the organization.
I'm currently researching a way to PLEAD with the program as well as other media to do similar pieces on the Watchtower Society! IT's TIME!
cannot wait to hear comments on this article "what kind of spirit do you show?".
under the subtitle "avoid the world's spirit", after mentioning the accounts of korah, abiram and dathan (complaining agains moses)..paragraph 6 states .... "some in the first century also became critical of those entrusted with authority in the congregation, "disregarding lordship.
" (jude 8) these men likely were dissatisfied with their privileges and tried to influence others against appointed men who were conscientiously carrying out god-given duties.
"shut up and put up" indeed!
I think this is timely since there are plenty (i'm sure) of persons baffled and confused by the recently "New Light" about the FDS. This article helps them to be quiet and "respect the authority" - which are the FDS aka GB and their elder minions.
they can simply fire all those dumb sods and release ebook versions of all material printed there, saving money where all contributions are profit..
all the old rank and filers that aren't hip to electonic devices need the printed page still. Plus, not too many young hipsters will find it cool using all of their HD space and RAM on WT bullshyt. LOL
cannot wait to hear comments on this article "what kind of spirit do you show?".
under the subtitle "avoid the world's spirit", after mentioning the accounts of korah, abiram and dathan (complaining agains moses)..paragraph 6 states .... "some in the first century also became critical of those entrusted with authority in the congregation, "disregarding lordship.
" (jude 8) these men likely were dissatisfied with their privileges and tried to influence others against appointed men who were conscientiously carrying out god-given duties.
Cannot wait to hear comments on this article "What Kind of Spirit Do You Show?"
under the subtitle "Avoid The World's Spirit", after mentioning the accounts of Korah, Abiram and Dathan (complaining agains Moses)..paragraph 6 states ...
"Some in the first century also became critical of those entrusted with authority in the congregation, "disregarding lordship." (Jude 8) these men likely were dissatisfied with their privileges and tried to influence others against appointed men who were conscientiously carrying out God-given duties. - READ 3John 9,10.
paragraph 7 makes such statements....
"Elders may make mistakes that affect us personally. If that happens, how inappropriate it would be for any member of the congregation to react according to the world's spirit, vehemently demanding "justice" or that "something be done about this brother"! Jehovah may choose to overlook certain minor failings. Can we not do the same? Because of what they perceive as defects in the elders, some who engage in serious wrongdoing in the congregation have refused to appear before a committee of elders assigned to help them. This could be likened to a patient who loses out on the benefits of a treatment becasue he does not like something about the doctor."
Yes, should make for a great meeting. The GB is letting folks know who's the boss. and that avoiding the Elders judgments or being as critical of elders and the GB as they are of you, makes you a wickit person full of the spirit of the world!!!
How DARE some of you refuse to show up at a JC hearing! LOL
i realized recently that this was the start of a new service year (read: fi$cal year), so of course i figured it was possible the elders would make their usual rounds and show up uninvited.
it hadn't occurred to me that they would approach me as i was picking up my family from the meeting last night.
as i was getting my daughter situated, the chairman of my judicial committee says, "hey!
Amazing/Fascinating... I would be in your shoes if (even as the sole provider of the family) ever found out by elders my "apostate leanings" LOL...
Did you face a JC or just leave/write a letter? You are one of the lucky ones. You seem reasonable (to pick up the family from the Hall and all)...they shouldn't be pesty.
we all wonder who he is, but he had the full 30min service meeting this week... there were some predictably shocking comments from the congregation, all based around how you cannot possibly give your best to jehovah while coach is screaming for your best, cue scripture: "cannot serve two masters".. of course nobody says that it's just a made up story, nope, guilt the kids out of their dreams why dont ya.
meet andre!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=waioj24dvbm.
Kind of hard to convince JWs who are now adults to steer their children toward being a fultime pioneer or eldership.
They have Serena Williams, and Prince and many other celebrities as examples. A teen questioning why its acceptable for them to do what they love and have a talent for, but it is not for the teen will cause major issues. They see JWs in the congregation who went to college and are well off (even for these times) while they watch their parents, with no "higher education" struggle to pay bills and put food on the table ---- all while giving what they can to the money boxes at the Kingdom Hall.
The GB/WTBTS is out of touch. Topics like this would be left alone if they were smart. They keep shooting themselves in the foot. Love the stereotypes too. Opposing father - beard, works hard and often for the family....worldly friend - hat on backwards and baggy clothes...coach - an uncompromising a-hole. JWs get weird when you miss a meeting, but you're expected to shake off any responsibility outside of the organization without a care. Only the GB is worthy of your "commitment", Let your YES MEAN YES - unless the person you said YES to is Not a JW, then you can go back on your word...and if they bitch about it...call it persecution and feel proud.
