after all that we had drummed into us about not the cross, and particularly about not venerating the symbol itself, i have been wondering about this issue.. so, what are your views about wearing a cross around your neck ?
is it just a fashion accessory, or does it mean something to you ?.
inquiring minds would like to know
Like most here I respect anyones decision to wear a cross. Some are beautifully designed and as a fashion statement I think they are cool.
As a mother whose 21 yr old son was in a motorcycle race, forced into a tree and killed, the idea of wearing a motorcycle around my neck is repugnant. But that's me. I suspect though, that Jesus mother did not wear a cross. To each his own.
BTW, I do wear a necklace that has silver initials with the 1st letters of both my childrens names.
i thought i knew you.
an open letter from barbara anderson to watch towers writing department.
in 1517, martin luther wrote in a letter to archbishop albert of mainz: you must graciously forgive that i, that scum of the earth, am so bold as to dare to address a letter to you.. yes, i know, you think of me as scum, just like mainz believed of luther, wondering how i dare write you a letter, someone jehovahs witnesses disfellowshipped back in 2002. i was accused of being an unrepentant sinner and condemned for causing divisions, then labeled apostate because i spoke out publicly on nbcs dateline tv program aboutthe child sexual abuse policies that protected pedophiles policies that you helped formulate.
Pissedoff
i thought i knew you.
an open letter from barbara anderson to watch towers writing department.
in 1517, martin luther wrote in a letter to archbishop albert of mainz: you must graciously forgive that i, that scum of the earth, am so bold as to dare to address a letter to you.. yes, i know, you think of me as scum, just like mainz believed of luther, wondering how i dare write you a letter, someone jehovahs witnesses disfellowshipped back in 2002. i was accused of being an unrepentant sinner and condemned for causing divisions, then labeled apostate because i spoke out publicly on nbcs dateline tv program aboutthe child sexual abuse policies that protected pedophiles policies that you helped formulate.
@ Pissedoff, True, there is no way to prevail if the intent is to convince the GB or 7 million braindead followers to reform. However, an open letter is just that, open. There is no way to know how many Jws will read the letter and file it away in their minds only to pop up when a personal doubt/problem arises with the WT$. This letter could be a straw that becomes the tipping point for some.
How do I know? Because her story on her website was just that (tipping point) for my hubby and me. It was literally the LAST STRAW that made us leave mentally for good. Hubby e-mailed this latest letter to some dubs we know with doubts. ALREADY it is having an effect on them. It is bringing people to this site and they are reading. It's only a matter of time.........at least for some. If only ONE person is helped out isn't it worth the time it takes to write a letter?
growing up.
taught that the whole world will end any time.
everyone in the town i live in will die.
Indian Larry your post reveals emotions most of us have felt. The war within us between what we believe, who we love, and the actual facts.I am so sorry you are hurting. Does your wife give any sign of being receptive to some JW info? Keep writing. We will keep listening.
i thought i knew you.
an open letter from barbara anderson to watch towers writing department.
in 1517, martin luther wrote in a letter to archbishop albert of mainz: you must graciously forgive that i, that scum of the earth, am so bold as to dare to address a letter to you.. yes, i know, you think of me as scum, just like mainz believed of luther, wondering how i dare write you a letter, someone jehovahs witnesses disfellowshipped back in 2002. i was accused of being an unrepentant sinner and condemned for causing divisions, then labeled apostate because i spoke out publicly on nbcs dateline tv program aboutthe child sexual abuse policies that protected pedophiles policies that you helped formulate.
I agree with Balaamsass
it's nice to have you here !
i found that this board was very supportive when i first got on it over 4 years ago .
i still find it supportive !
There are so many new ones here I want to bump this thread.
my son the 'elder' stopped in last night.
he does not shun us but our visits are few and far between.
he mentioned in passing that he and his wife began reg pioneering last oct. i know the hour requirement is way down from my pioneering years of 100hr per month.
He can also count the time giving public talks. I assume he can also count the time he councils unbaptized ones either in or out of judicial meetings.
The alligator is probably more reasonable.
my father sexually abused me.
there were other children in her home over the years.
if you were sexually abused by someone never leave a child alone with them or in the home where they are.
Lady Lee, I cannot imagine the pain you and the other victoms in your family have suffered. I'm guessing the indifference/abondonment by your mother was actually worse than the actual sexual abuse in some some ways. A mother is someone a child expects to be there to love and nurture. I don't mean to offend you but it is clear your mothers own desires were first and foremost on her priority list. Even animals wil die trying to protect their young from preditors!
As a mother I can't wrap my mind around wanting a particular man more than you love your own child...........then repeating...........and repeating. IMHO she has serious pathology. You are a testament to the human spirt to have overcome your background. I hope you are finding satisfaction and happiness in your life now.
so i emailed the owner website that sells various jw and creationsit stuff, a guy who is supposedly a jw with these simple words:
why is your website so hard to navigate?
to which he must have taken negatively, and went on the defensive in an instant.
Great salesman!
