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  Need a blood card if anyone has an extra

  by dogon in

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  2. friends

  i want a blood card to show people who i meet that argue they know jws and its ok to take blood.

  if anyone has an extra one preferabley unfilled out, i will pay for it if reasonable.

  you can email me at dogon2u at gmail dot com.

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  jwleaks

  Try here:

  www.jwleaks.org/blood
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  What the heck is a Bethel Elder?

  by Julia Orwell in

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  2. friends

  how is he different to a normal elder?

  is he ranked higher than a normal elder?

  what does he actually do?.

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  The Watch Tower Society / Jehovah's Witnesses “Branch Organization Manual” (2003 version) has the following to say about Bethel Elders in Chapter 2 (page 17):

  6. BETHEL ELDERS: Bethel elders are those who qualify to serve in a special capacity in Bethel in addition to their assignment as elders in a congregation. They are appointed by the Governing Body from recommendations made by the Branch Committee. The qualifications of all brothers in Bethel who have served as congregation elders for at least three years should be reviewed at least once each year to see if they qualify to be recommended as Bethel elders. Recommendations to the Governing Body by the Branch Committee should show the date of birth of those recommended, date of baptism, and the reasons why those recommended should be Bethel elders.

  7. Qualifications of all elders are found in 1 Timothy 3:1-7; Titus 1:6-9; 1 Peter 5:2, 3, and in other scriptures. A Bethel elder not only meets the Scriptural qualifications for elders in a congregation, but does so in a fuller and more complete way, so that he is equipped to handle more exacting responsibilities in the realm of Bethel service.—Luke 12:48.

  8. The qualifications as stated in 1 Timothy 4:12 to be “an example to the faithful ones in speaking, in conduct, in love, in faith, in chasteness” should be applied when recommending a Bethel elder. This would include his conduct in the home, at work, at the table, and in all of his affairs, even those outside of the congregation. Does he build up and support the operation of the Bethel home, or is he unjustly critical and a complainer? Does he take his assignments cheerfully and is it pleasant to work with him? Is he approachable and one whom the brothers would want to go to with their problems? If married, does he fulfill the Scriptural requirements of a Christian husband? Is he a good example for all in the family?

  9. Very young brothers or those new in the Bethel family who have not demonstrated their qualifications long enough would most likely not be recommended. The Branch Committee should not be hasty in making its recommendations even though some persons may qualify in their local congregations. (1 Tim. 5:22) If in doubt, it is best to wait. But all who do qualify should be recommended. Circuit and district overseers who become members of the Bethel family may be recommended whenever it is felt appropriate, perhaps after a short period to adjust to Bethel service, if it appears they qualify. One who is a Bethel elder would not usually be removed unless guilty of serious misconduct. Older brothers who are elders may not be able to speak as well and do as much in the field service as some of the younger brothers, but there is no reason to remove them if they do qualify Scripturally and their judgment is good. These older ones do serve as fine, loyal examples in the congregation of God and at the Bethel home where they live and work.

  10. It may be that a brother qualifies as a Bethel elder because of his good judgment and is well respected and can give wise counsel to the brothers and sisters. However, he may not have all the qualities of a public speaker who could be assigned out to serve other congregations. The Branch Committee could recommend him as a Bethel elder, but he would not be used for speaking assignments. Later on he may improve and could be used as a public speaker also. The Branch Committee will decide this when appropriate.

  11. In some larger branches it may be advantageous to have elder groups made up of Bethel elders to share in the responsibility of assisting the Branch Committee as they take care of the brothers and sisters who are members of the Bethel family. (Titus 2:6, 7) The elder groups may help in making recommendations or with any problems that individuals may have. In this respect they do not decide on the every-day operation of the branch or changes that are to be made. They principally assist in giving commendation and in caring for personal problems. Of course, the Branch Committee is free to seek information or suggestions from such elder groups.

  12. Branches should arrange to have a Bethel elders’ meeting twice a year. Responsible Bethel elders can be asked for their suggestions on subjects to be discussed. Thereafter, the Branch Committee can assign committee members or selected Bethel elders to develop outlines and present these in brief talks to the assembled elders. This regular communication with the Bethel elders is helpful in keeping them well informed and provides an opportunity to encourage them and assists them to fulfil their responsibility within the branch arrangement. The Branch Committee may request sample outlines from the Personnel Committee for such meetings if they desire.

  [highlighting in manual]

  The Watch Tower Society / Jehovah's Witnesses "Branch Organization Manual" (2003 Revision) can be downloaded in PDF via:

  http://jwleaks.org/j-w/
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  Warwick project... I had no clue it was this big!!!

  by sosoconfused in

  1. jw
  2. friends

  http://www.townofwarwick.org/wt_con/_appendix%20j.pdf.

  of course i was aware that the new headquarters would be there but according to the above plans it is immense!.

  253 acres???

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  A comprehensive list of documents relating to the Watchtower Society's Warwick project, including construction blue prints, schedules, reports, etc., can be downloaded at:

  http://jwleaks.org/watchtower-properties
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  United Nations General Assembly Report on Objection to Military Service by Jehovah's Witnesses and others | June 3, 2013

  by jwleaks in

  1. watchtower
  2. scandals

  jw leaks has published the june 3, 2013, united nations general assembly analytical report on conscientious objection to military service.. page 3, paragraph 4, of the report states:.

  "the following non-governmental organizations responded: the associazione comunita papa giovanni xxiii, the centre for civil and political rights, the european bureau for conscientious objection, the european organisation of military associations, forum 18 news service, the german institute for human rights, human rights watch, the international fellowship of reconciliation, jehovahs witnesses, the quaker united nations office, the russian ngo soldiers mothers of st. petersburg, the union of conscientious objectors, and war resisters international.".

  this 17 page report deals substantially with jehovah's witnesses.. .

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  JW Leaks has published the June 3, 2013, United Nations General Assembly Analytical Report on Conscientious Objection to Military Service.

  Page 3, paragraph 4, of the report states:

  "The following non-governmental organizations responded: the Associazione Comunita Papa Giovanni XXIII, the Centre for Civil and Political Rights, the European Bureau for Conscientious Objection, the European Organisation of Military Associations, Forum 18 News Service, the German Institute for Human Rights, Human Rights Watch, the International Fellowship of Reconciliation, Jehovah’s Witnesses, the Quaker United Nations Office, the Russian NGO Soldiers’ Mothers of St. Petersburg, the Union of Conscientious Objectors, and War Resisters International."

  This 17 page report deals substantially with Jehovah's Witnesses.

  Also published by JW Leaks is a submission made to the United Nations by The European Association of Jehovah's Christian Witnesses in relation to Tajikistan (dated June 12, 2013).

  http://jwleaks.org/human-rights/
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  Question for JW leaks (or someone)

  by zound in

  1. watchtower
  2. child-abuse

  the respondants brief in the candace conti case - is that leaked document available elsewhere - is the public allowed to read it or is it supposed to not be available freely?.

  important urgent question - hope i can get an answer!

  (reason being i want to state to someone i've read it - but don't want to say i read it from an apostate site).

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  jwleaks

  RE: Jane Doe (Candace Conti) v. Watchtower Bible and Tract Society of New York et al.
  
  Unlike the previous case (HG11558324) before the Alameda County Court in California, in which documents could be downloaded from the court's web site once they were published, documents relating to the current case (A136641) before the Appellate Court, can not be downloaded from the court's web site. These must be obtained directly from the court... or via other sources such as:

  http://jwleaks.org/candace-conti/

  Keep in mind that to fabricate court documents, including the signatures of an attorney, such as Rick Simons (Candace Conti's attorney) or those representing the Watchtower Society, is a serious criminal offence and one that JW Leaks is not willing to commit.

  If in doubt about the authenticity of documents on JW Leaks ring the legal department of Watchtower Bible and Tract Society of New York [Tel: (845) 306-1000] and ask for their attorney, Mario Moreno; or ring their California attorney Jon Williams [Tel: (619) 238-0370].
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  Czech Government Collapses over Spying Scandal which now links Prime Minister's wife to becoming a Jehovah's Witness

  by jwleaks in

  1. watchtower
  2. scandals

  czech government collapses over spying scandal which links prime minister's wife to becoming a jehovah's witness.

  prime minister: sex, mistress, gold, espionage and a jehovah's witness wife?.

  government cabinet resigns.

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  Czech General Kovanda Arrested

  Neccova was collaborating with people from the Jehovah's Witnesses

  Speaking through his lawyer, General Kovanda, who was also arrested, said he believed at the time the operation to follow the prime minister's wife was in the interests of national security.

  But his orders came from Ms Nagyova, rather than his superiors in the defence ministry...

  Police accuse Ms Nagyova of asking military spies to tail Mr Necas's estranged wife. It is thought she cajoled friends in Czech military intelligence to find incriminating information on Mrs Necasova.

  Eduard Bruna, Ms Nagyova's lawyer, has denied this, saying his client was worried the prime minister's wife had fallen under the influence of Jehovah's Witnesses.

  "Necesova was collaborating with people from the Jehovah's Witnesses, and had begun to collect money for presents for some people," said Mr Bruna. "My client thought this merited an investigation and surveillance.

  http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/worldnews/europe/czechrepublic/10125788/Czech-premiers-wife-followed-by-spy-chief-under-orders-of-lover.html

  http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-22943871
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  Czech Government Collapses over Spying Scandal which now links Prime Minister's wife to becoming a Jehovah's Witness

  by jwleaks in

  1. watchtower
  2. scandals

  czech government collapses over spying scandal which links prime minister's wife to becoming a jehovah's witness.

  prime minister: sex, mistress, gold, espionage and a jehovah's witness wife?.

  government cabinet resigns.

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  CZECH GOVERNMENT COLLAPSES OVER SPYING SCANDAL WHICH LINKS PRIME MINISTER'S WIFE TO BECOMING A JEHOVAH'S WITNESS

  Prime Minister: Sex, Mistress, Gold, Espionage and a Jehovah's Witness wife?

  Government Cabinet Resigns

  Details of the investigation, which began with a raid on the seat of government in the early hours of Thursday (13 June), have on ly emerged in fragmentary fashion, but the investigation appears to be following three strands.
  
  One line of inquiry is into a decision by Necas's aide, Jana Nagyová, to ask the head of military intelligence, Ondrej Páleník, to tap the phone calls of Necas's wife. The surveillance was continued under Páleník's successor, Milan Kovanda. Kovanda told a court on Friday, before being released on bail after admitting his role, that he thought he was acting to protect the prime minister. Details of a statement given by Nagyová to police have given the Czech media space to infer that Nagyová, who had worked with Necas since 2004, was romantically involved with the prime minister. However, her lawyer said yesterday that she wanted to prevent a scandal if it emerged that Necas's wife had joined the Jehovah's Witnesses...

  Prime Minister using government resources to spy on wife in relation to her activities with Jehovah's Witnesses. http://www.europeanvoice.com/article/2013/june/czech-government-collapses/77549.aspx

  http://www.radio.cz/en/section/news/news-2013-06-16

  http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424127887324520904578549910599676242.html

  http://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/europe/czech-prime-minister-petr-necas-to-resign-mr-clean-hands-to-quit-in-effort-to-end-political-turmoil-over-aide-spying-and-corruption-scandal-8661418.html

  http://www.praguepost.com/news/16509-monday-news-briefing.html

  http://www.radio.cz/en/section/breaking/prime-minister-necas-to-tender-resignation-on-monday

  http://www.presseurop.eu/en/content/news-brief/3886601-petr-necas-s-rough-landing
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  Watchtower's April 9 BOE Confidentiality Letter - Child Abuse - Did Jane Doe lawsuit play a major part?

  by SweetBabyCheezits in

  1. watchtower
  2. child-abuse

  i'd bet my left.... pinky toe that the wt's monster 4/9 confidentiality letter was put out as a direct result of the jane doe/candace vs wt case as they were preparing to go to trial.

  there had already been a year of legal proceedings - surely the wt knew the shit was about to hit the fan.. thanks goes to atlantis for posting the boe letters originally as pdfs.

  the person that a restraining order is a personal legal matter that does not involve the congregation.. thereafter, the elders should call the legal department immediately for direction..

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  BOE Letter for 10/01/2012

  Body of Elders letter issued by Jehovah's Witnesses, October 1, 2012 re: child abuse handling procedures
  
  http://jwleaks.org/boe-letters/
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  Candace Conti v Watchtower Society | June 3, 2013 | Respondent's Brief - prepared by Rick Simons | A136641

  by jwleaks in

  1. watchtower
  2. child-abuse

  jw leaks has published the respondent's brief prepared by rick simons in the case: candace conti v. watchtower bible and tract society of new york & fremont congregation of jehovah's witnesses.

  (90 pages).

  http://jwleaks.org/candace-conti/.

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  JW LEAKS has published the Respondent's Brief prepared by Rick Simons in the case: Candace Conti v. Watchtower Bible and Tract Society of New York & Fremont Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses

  (90 pages)

  http://jwleaks.org/candace-conti/

  

  JW LEAKS
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  Anyone ever written an ''Assertive' letter to GB ?

  by *lost* in

  1. watchtower
  2. scandals

  curious.. if not would anyone like to help me pen a very 'assertive' letter ?.

  just for the hell of it, see if we get a response ?.

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  Open Letter from the Children of Jehovah’s Witnesses to the Governing Body of Jehovah’s Witnesses (January 2012)

  http://jwnews.org/2012/01/12/open-letter-from-the-children-of-jehovahs-witnesses-to-the-governing-body-of-jehovahs-witnesses/