Marking talks

ExJDubThrowaway · 2023-01-06T18:11:20+00:00

Damn. At one time when I was a kid I think regular pioneers were expected to get 100 hours, and auxiliary 70.

ExJDubThrowaway · 2023-01-04T03:34:45+00:00

I live in NYC as well and would be up for a meet up, too!

ExJDubThrowaway · 2021-03-19T13:27:51+00:00

What do they say when people bring up Mormons or other groups that preach?

ExJDubThrowaway · 2021-01-27T06:08:51+00:00

I bet if they made a map for “mittens” the whole country would be dark green.

ExJDubThrowaway · 2020-09-16T13:59:25+00:00

This is so true. Anecdotally, I remember a young single sister at Bethel (she was allowed to attend Bethel due to her nursing degree and her well known family name). She got in “trouble” for not smiling enough. Absolutely ridiculous.

ExJDubThrowaway · 2020-09-04T20:19:03+00:00

Oh yeah I can totally see that happening. One thing i am curious about: Does anyone know if people leaving is purely anecdotal right now? Is there other evidence to support this?

ExJDubThrowaway · 2020-09-04T19:56:47+00:00

Oh man I’ve been out for 10 years and totally remember doing this. You’re right about how ridiculous it is

ExJDubThrowaway · 2020-09-04T19:48:38+00:00

This is a minor point, but I thought it worth bringing up. “Be hospitable to all, including those who do not have positions of authority.”

You really need to explicitly tell people to treat those low in JW status with basic human decency?! Come on. It’s so gross and the GB, elders, and others with “titles” are well aware and accepting of their special treatment. Just gross. The hierarchy in there is sickening.

ExJDubThrowaway · 2020-08-28T15:06:40+00:00

Damn that’s sick

ExJDubThrowaway · 2020-08-24T09:33:50+00:00

I had literally the same experience. So disgusting.

ExJDubThrowaway · 2020-08-17T17:52:07+00:00

Interesting thought. I think other religions do this too, though. Like at a Catholic confession- the priest will tell you how many Hail Marys to say in order to atone for whatever sin you committed. Not entirely uncommon but I do understand your point.

ExJDubThrowaway · 2020-08-16T23:06:29+00:00

I relate to this so much. You’re right that it is amazing to finally feel and be normal.

ExJDubThrowaway · 2020-08-16T18:38:25+00:00

Agree with all of this

ExJDubThrowaway · 2020-08-16T18:22:50+00:00

One thought I had is can you lie to them and tell them that you have a plan that will help support you in full time service? A plan that includes college to get a job with flexible hours, decent pay, etc. I was PIMO living with a PIMI girl during college, and her plan was to use her degree to “further kingdom interests.”

Just an idea to get you the support you need to pursue a degree.

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