Posts by OwnAccord

We wrote these figures as quickly as possible, but could not keep up 100%). You get to check these figures out when you get your 2014 yearbook.
Peak Pub = 7,965,954 = 2.4%^ (^stands for increase over 2012 service year)
Bapt = 277, 344 = 3.2%^
Hrs = 1,841,180,235 = 5.3%^
Reg Pio = 997,123 = 8.2%^
Av. B. Stud = 9,254,963

Nov. 2012: 2 initiatives were launched. 1. Special Metrop. Witnessing program organized by Branch Office 2. public witnessing project org by local congregations.

Colombia: permission was given to set up a booth at Bogota Int. Book Fair from April 12 - May (date?) More than 500,000 attended. Some called our stand "the best in the whole fair". A special display was set up to help blind/deaf as well translation in many languages. A woman and her daughter approached and listened as a brother explained Braille display. She said, "I have a confession to make. I never liked
Jehovah's Witnesses. Although I found your topics interesting, I did not listen. As of today I have changed my stand on you. I congratulate you, now I understand." She & her daughter accepted Bib. studies. At the fair, 23,793 publications were distributed in 18 languages with more than 400 follow up forms (averaged 20 a day)

Mexico: It has been approved by the Service Committee to set up enter the International Book fair to be held 11/28 - 12/8 in Guadalajara. 90,000 are expected to attend. A mobile truck with Jw.org on the
outside will be set up.

Bulgaria: July 26-Aug 4. 4,000 including athletes from 9 countries attended the 2nd International Deaf Olympics. Displays were set up at sporting events featuring 33 publications in 9 languages. 5 hotels displayed posters and some had DVD's for the deaf. A deaf woman is a coach from India. She watched intently as a DVD in Indian Sign Language played, even grabbing it from the publisher. She signed that
there is a great need for this type of information. At the end of 10 days, 203 individuals gave their contact information.

April, 2013: US Branch expanded the Metropolitan Witnessing to Atlanta, Boston, San Juan-Puerto Rico, San Francisco & Washington, DC (Metrop. Witnessing was est. in LA & NYC in 11/12). 90,896 mages and 66,263 books, 5,173 Bi. Studies started. We were shown a photo of the first brother baptized in NYC as a direct result from Metrop. Witnessing. A special Field Service Campaign: Branches invited publishers from other lands to share in Unassigned territory.. 1. Romania - 2003 came from Britain, France, Italy, Spain, US, Ukraine, Portugal. 4,500,000 live here in small towns & villages. Many comments "God must have sent you" "You are God's answer" "I have been waiting a long time for you". Most are humble and poor. Delighted esp. for the Good News from God brochure. Priests were not happy. One grabbed it from a Householder's hand. The householder grabbed it back! 1,050,000 were reached = 41% of unassigned territory. 89,666 mags, 6,127 bks, 116,716 brochures, 31,379 b. studies started!

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No more by us!

by Atlantis in

no more boes or kingdom ministries will be posted by us on this board.

there is a very important reason why!

beware of anyone encouraging you to post any boes on this board.

OwnAccord

Why not provide them to the owner of this blog (http://hildeydesa.blogspot.com/) and have him post them? I've seen several english letters there and he makes the translations to spanish. Possibly post a topic like 'check hildeydesa's blog for new letters'. That way everyone benefits .

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New Bible info, Jah name x6 locations & other reports

by OwnAccord in

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friends

here's some info i came accross & that's been circulating via email (i did not write it).

bethel lecture on the new bible.

by governing body bro geoffrey jackson.. use the new bible and get to know it read it.

OwnAccord

Here's some info I came accross & that's been circulating via email (I did not write it)

Bethel Lecture on the NEW Bible

by Governing Body Bro Geoffrey Jackson.

Use the New Bible and get to know it – Read it

They started working on it in 2008

Three reasons for it:

1. Avg person doesn’t know KJ bible; last bible stuck to the Hebrew and Greek, because of bible thumpers

2. People want it clear & now today

3. Most people have a non-biblical view of life.

He review/read pg 1718 and then asked us to look up and study the changes in the following verses:

Duet 32:14 and Prov 28:25 – What does Fat mean to you???

Gen 9:4 and Gen 35:18 – Soul has many meanings

Ps 113:6, Ruth 2:15, Josh 23:14, 1 sam 18:13, Ex 12:6, 1 cor 7: 36-38, Ps 51:12 – compare them with the Old Bible………Too Cool

Then he reviewed the four types of Footnotes – Pg 1725

Or – Ps 51:5, Job 21:13, Acts 15:20&29 – footnote is combined, Lk 14:16

Or Possible – Eccl 7:9, Gal 5:14

Literal Meaning – John 2:4

Background – Gen 24:32, Gen 25:8, Judges 7:19, Josh 3:4

Jehovah’s name – six more times in the bible. The Evidence has been found and confirmed in the Dead Sea Scrolls and other manuscripts – since our last bible.

Judges 19:18, 1Sam 2:25, 1Sam 6:3, 1Sam 10:26, 1Sam 23:14, 1Sam 23:16

Then he said to read the following changes – due to the Dead Sea Scrolls and other manuscripts – since our last bible:

Mt 27:49, 1pet 5:2, 2sam 13:21, Mt 13:14

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Here are a few details about the production of the Bibles:

The Bibles were printed in Wallkill and at the Japan branch. The project was highly confidential, with curtains up around the bindery production area. 1.3 million English Bibles needed to be printed at Wallkill from August 13, the project start date, to the annual meeting. This included printing them, binding them, gilding them, making the covers, putting the cover on, and shipping them out.

To do this, gilding would have to run nearly 24/7, with three shifts rotating in an out. Other parts of the bindery ran on double shift (6 am-11 PM). The night crew made a big sacrifice, working from 11 pm-7 am for the entire project. Many new workers were brought in to all parts of the printery to help out. Bindery oversight scheduled it so that the project would be completed if everything went well, but still it was a huge goal with a solid deadline. Would it get done? Not without Jehovah's help.

Consider the weather, which was mentioned in the annual meeting. Take a look at this link. http://www.accuweather.com/en/us/wallkill-ny/12589/august-weather/2146096?monyr=8/1/2013

First look how hot it was during the first half of July. With temperatures like that, it was very difficult to bind books and have the glue set properly. It brings production to a snail's pace. But now look at the temperatures from August 13-October 5. With the exception of one 94 degree day, the temperature never rose above 86, with many moderate days. As a result, enough books were bound.

Brother Pierce showed us how to loosen up the gilding so that the pages will not stick together. This is called "breaking". It is necessary because when it comes out of the gilding machine it is hard as a rock. Each book was hand broken, 3 books at a time. This was done 3 times for all the books, once for each gilded side. Also each time it was broken it was checked for any errors, such as white spots or scratches.

After gilding the sides, it was sent to have the corners rounded and gilded and then to have the ribbons inserted. Two more checks of each book were done, and then it would be sent to have the cover put on and then to be shrink wrapped, boxed, and shipped. It was checked at least twice more during that process.

The purpose of all those checks, and also for the beautiful appearance of the book, is that the Governing Body wanted the Bibles to have a dignified, beautiful appearance that would stand out, considering it is our most important book. Hopefully your copy looks very good.

The books produced at Wallkill were for the Eastern and Central United States, and the Japan branch produced 500,000-600,000 for the Western United States. The Shipping Department had to coordinate it so that all the books would get out to the thousands of locations on time, all while keeping the project confidential.

The revised New World Translation, which has been modernized and simplified, will be a great tool both to improve our own spirituality and to help others come to understand it. There will be many scriptures that have a whole new meaning, and we will be discovering these for a long time to come. Scriptures like John 17:3 may open some people's eyes about the action they need to take. Jehovah's blessing was certainly on the production of these books, and it will also be on your use of them.

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WATCHTOWER IN A PANIC!

by JW GoneBad in

jws are in need of more kingdom halls in many major u.s. cities.

at this years agm where it is expected that most of the faithful will be able to listen to the meeting (being tied in by video), dont be surprised if the wts 8 gb members take part in a symposium delivering some long winded appeal, petition, plea, proposal, proposition, solicitation or otherwise hit-on the masses for $$$ in order to lighten the burden and overuse that many kingdom halls are experiencing.

an acquaintance from the west coast mentioned to me that in late august thru early september of this year that a number of pow-wows involving close to 5,000 elders from numerous areas (riverside, los angeles, ventura and orange counties) took place to drum up financial support from the 800+ (not sure) congregations in those areas.

OwnAccord

There's a letter in spanish over at extj.com http://www.extj.com/showthread.php?23877-Carta-para-los-alone-en-California

and also a thread with the survey, but its a copy and paste (post #15 & #16)

http://www.extj.com/showthread.php?23861-72-Salones-Millone-Sur-de-California/page2

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Witnesses buying backpacks in spain

by OwnAccord in

jw
friends

has anyone heard any info about the backpack in the us?

there's a topic with about 10 pages about it over in the spanish forum.

http://www.extj.com/showthread.php?22472-la-mochila.

OwnAccord

Sorry, it was Lois not Louis.

Thanks Blondie for the information.

Of course, in addition to emergency situations, it is helpful when publishers communicate with their Congregation Book Study overseer or another elder if they will be away for extended periods, such as when traveling on vacation or business, during a hospital stay, and so forth.

I guess eventually they'll start asking if you have regular bowel movements throught the day since they wanto to know pretty much everything else. Who, when, where, what, how.

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Witnesses buying backpacks in spain

by OwnAccord in

jw
friends

has anyone heard any info about the backpack in the us?

there's a topic with about 10 pages about it over in the spanish forum.

http://www.extj.com/showthread.php?22472-la-mochila.

OwnAccord

Thanks rip van winkle for the answer

and Louis

While it is a great post it wasn't by my hand. I used google translate and copied it over here. I'm also nowhere near the 9 decades the poster has . Someone on the spanish forum created the thread and I was just wondering if there was a similiar letter read in the US recently. I hadn't read anything on here about people going out and purchasing backpacks and was curious if it had been done or not.

Thanks for the words of encouragement too. I'll type up something about myself sometime soon.

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Witnesses buying backpacks in spain

by OwnAccord in

jw
friends

has anyone heard any info about the backpack in the us?

there's a topic with about 10 pages about it over in the spanish forum.

http://www.extj.com/showthread.php?22472-la-mochila.

OwnAccord

Thanks .

It was mentioned in the spanish forum that several governments encourage them (I think they mentioned Canada). What I dont know is why the info was sent to Spain & read to all congregations and elders were told to adjust the other talks to accommodate this important info. Has it also been read in the US congregations this year?

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Witnesses buying backpacks in spain

by OwnAccord in

jw
friends

has anyone heard any info about the backpack in the us?

there's a topic with about 10 pages about it over in the spanish forum.

http://www.extj.com/showthread.php?22472-la-mochila.

OwnAccord

Here's the translated version of a talk that was given

WHY WE MUST BE PREPARED? (3 min.) Jesus predicted that natural or manmade characterize our times (Matt. 24:3, 7, 8) Lord prepares your organization as a whole, to act quickly in the event of disasters or emergencies Relief committees were organized to help victims of natural disasters, civil unrest, etc.. All Bethel homes have updated emergency plans and annual drills Lord instructs us to avoid many of the losses that cause such disasters (read Proverbs 21:5)

Prepare ourselves as a congregation (2 min.) The bodies of elders take the steps necessary to meet the needs of siblings Have the contact details for the publishers and the circuit overseer Prepare an action plan defined which includes those with special needs They review the plan annually, including a drill and provide reminders to the congregation

Prepare ourselves individually (8min.) As families or individually, is also expected to take practical steps to be ready Scan in the family worship night the suggestions we offer Decide what action we will take in an emergency Mentally prepare for evacuation if necessary and know where to go (read Luc. 12:15)

Prepare a bag with important documents resistant personal and basic need (at this time provide attendees a copy of the Checklist of items disaster necessities and review the list of basic guidance need disaster at the end of the sketch)

The purpose of this is to facilitate the preparation and review of the contents of the backpack staff The list is based on general recommendations for agencies and emergency experts There will be items that may be in the backpack, and others will be put on when arises emergency (mobile phone, identity card and passport, medicines, etc.)

The model is ready to record the expiration date of perishable items and make Two reviews of the content If you receive a notice that a disaster is imminent, pay attention to the instructions of the authorities and elders (Rom. 13:1, Heb. 13:17)

BENEFICIÉMONOS be prepared (2 min.) What will we do after a disaster? Being prepared will stay calm and take action immediate Let us follow the instructions of the authorities (see Rom. 13:5, 6) Let's contact the Superintendent Group, even if we are well and do not need help

In these last days we can all be victims of a disaster. Let the suggestions received Do individually, as a family and as a congregation will protect us while showing our respect for the precious gift of life

BE SUBMITTED IN 15 MINUTES

Indicative list of basic necessities disaster Backpack resistant and easy to carry Copies of important documents in a waterproof bag (license, passport, etc.). An extra set of car keys and house, Cash Bottled water and nonperishable food Flashlight, Radio AM / FM, cellular phone, extra batteries Medications for at least a week with the doses listed, recipes and the name and telephone number of the doctors (make sure the drugs are not expired) First Aid Kit Sturdy, comfortable shoes, warm clothes and a raincoat Data about where to meet (meeting point) and how to contact the family, as well as a map area

NOTE TO SPEAKER: The indicative list of basic necessities is disaster based on recommendations of reputable international organizations. It can be adjusted according to need.

NOTE FOR THE ELDERLY: Preparation of annual drill Its duration shall not exceed 20 minutes, after hours of meetings and with the assistance of Ushers (it is desirable that some of the elders also attend) They cover the following aspects: Identification of signaling evacuation routes, emergency exits and location of extinguishers and other fire protection through the local Define a safe place outside (safe for vehicle traffic) where the congregation can gather in case of evacuation Complete a simple minutes where indicated date, the names of the participants and a evaluating the results. Attendees will sign the minutes, keeping a copy on file each congregation (3 min.)

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Witnesses buying backpacks in spain

by OwnAccord in

jw
friends

has anyone heard any info about the backpack in the us?

there's a topic with about 10 pages about it over in the spanish forum.

http://www.extj.com/showthread.php?22472-la-mochila.

OwnAccord

Has anyone heard any info about the backpack in the US? There's a topic with about 10 pages about it over in the spanish forum. http://www.extj.com/showthread.php?22472-La-mochila

Here is the post from Google Translate

Meeting. Thursday. 20:50 hours. "The needs of the congregation." Needs are deleted and reads a letter. I almost peed from laughter! Or how I could not hold the laughter in full session! I think in my 9 decades attending meetings, I have never heard such jilipollez board. Is the topic? The backpack. (Attached the printed distributed at the meeting all present where the articles list must contain the backpack and a column for the successive revisions of its contents). The backpack. It seems that the CG is bored and has nothing more interesting to do than regulate down to the smallest detail of our lives. We like we're fools, idiots, imbeciles, poor, retarded, idiots, stupid, foolish, or abnormal (not subnormal, they have my respect and appreciation). I thought that the CG was to give us the food "spiritual" in due time, but I see that, for a long time, someone has gotten out the clip (Spanish expression) and has lost its way. They have lost sight of what their role and what they are. Let's see, CG. What should you see your role as spiritual food cooks and also you will serve us in the table, warm, with how we have to act and regulate down to the smallest detail of our private lives, as in the case at occupies a catastrophe? Do you think you can? Where in the Bible states that your performance would go beyond the mere provision of spiritual food and assuming the role "the diligence of a good father"? Parents already are a few. Others, who are not, are also sensible and well furnished their heads. Most of us are diligent and responsible. CG need not "that" kind of advice or guidance. Engaged the congregation needs to show us that we have to prepare for a "supposed" disaster, uncertain, insecure, ... I think ... to see how I say it mildly ... an insult to the intelligence and reason and interference in personal autonomy. CG who you think you are? What do you think are the government authorities, agencies and Civil Protection, ... etc. Do not you have anything better to do, for example, worry that the elderly make pastoral visits "every year" or enhance the quality of love from the top of the organization down to the last monkey, for example (I mean the love of truth, the real, not affected, the false, the pose, the look good)? AWAY a little thing and imanaros this, instead of TJ, I had done the Catholic Church, Protestant, Muslim, Jewish, Pentecostal, ... what would you think of them? What are some taraos? Well, the same of us ... One last note: Can you imagine that submissive sister, who goes and pays attention to the aforementioned "suggestion" and prepares a backpack with the suggested content? What a shame! And long story if three, four, five, six or more family members. Do three backpacks, four, five, ...? Where do we store? A more junk in the house? And what of those very few brothers and sisters who have no resources to eat and now they are told they have to mount a "grab-bag", which will be updated regularly, with the resources they have and everything "just case "? And at headquarters and branches? Enabled and saved many backpacks as brothers and sisters working there, ... 100, 200, 500, 1,500 backpacks? Honestly, I do not think so. The CG is losing his mind, intruding into what nobody sends suggesting idiotic as a cathedral and making us incurring a waste, which, incidentally, do not pay them. How easy is absurd suggestions! ! Since they do not cost a penny! Just missing that in April or May Ministry come you can request special request approved WT backpack with a family photo silkscreen CG. Oh my God! Which organization ...!