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Dedicado a Jehovà y a sus Testigos Unos 3.200 testigos de Jehová, procedentes de las provincias de Córdoba, Badajoz y Sevilla, acudirán desde hoy al recinto ferial de Ifeco para asistir, hasta el próximo domingo, a una asamblea de tres días que tratará sobre dónde encontrar una guía confiable en la vida. Según la información facilitada por la organización de dicha asamblea de distrito, que se desarrollará bajo el lema de Guiados por el espíritu de Dios , el contenido de la misma se centrará en dos aspectos fundamentales: por qué se necesita una guía confiable hoy día, y quién puede dar a las personas los mejores consejos en todo aspecto de la vida. Los testigos de Jehová que integran las 19 congregaciones de la zona de Córdoba y su provincia prevén una excelente asistencia a la asamblea, que será de libre acceso y sin colectas, “tras la magnífica acogida” de su asamblea de distrito del año pasado. http://www.diariocordoba.com/noticias/noticia.asp?pkid=413409 New Jersey congregations of Jehovah’s Witnesses will travel to Reading, Pa., this weekend for their annual convention. This year’s theme is “Guided by God’s Spirit.” The three-day program will feature Bible-based talks, skits, interviews, baptism and a costume Bible drama that focus on Jesus Christ’s promise to his followers that God’s holy spirit would provide reliable guidance. Jehovah’s Witnesses believe that the Bible is a product of God’s holy spirit and that people should read it regularly for practical advice and wisdom that is unmatched. The program begins at 9:20 a.m. each day and resumes around 1:30 p.m. after intermission. More than 20,000 Witnesses are projected to attend during eight weekends at the Sovereign Center at 700 Penn St. The public is invited to attend all or part of the convention. Witnesses from Pennsylvania, Maryland and Delaware will be in attendance. Each day’s program will share specific examples of how children and adults can follow the leadings of God’s spirit at school, work, within the family circle and congregation, during social activities and when alone or participating in the Christian ministry. Saturday’s highlight is the baptism of newly ordained members. The program will emphasize how God’s spirit operates in the ministry work and personal life. On Sunday, there will be a fast-moving series of talks that examines the nine qualities, referred to as “fruitages of the spirit,” that give evidence that one is being led by God’s spirit. The highly-anticipated full-costume drama leads off the final afternoon session http://www.courierpostonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080620/GETPUBLISHED/806190398/1069/ENT • The people: Witnesses are members of a worldwide Christian religion who actively share with others information about God, whose name is Jehovah, and about his son, Jesus Christ. They view first-century Christianity as their model. • The Bible: It is God’s infallible, inspired word. However, some portions of the Bible are to be understood figuratively; or symbolically. • God: Jehovah, the creator of all things, is worthy of worship and devotion. His outstanding qualities are love, justice, wisdom and power. • Jesus: He is the son of God. He came to Earth from heaven and gave his perfect human life as a ransom sacrifice. His death and resurrection made salvation to eternal life possible for those exercising faith in him. • Interaction with society: Jehovah’s Witnesses are found in all levels of society. However, they strive to avoid prejudices and controversies. Although not ascetics, they avoid being excessive in the pursuit of wealth, pleasure or prominence. • Family life: Witnesses view marriage as a serious, lifelong commitment. Parents should teach children scriptural values and provide loving discipline. They believe the Bible does not condone harsh physical punishment. • Other beliefs: While the church’s opposition to blood transfusions is well-documented, the church does not oppose all medical intervention. • Spreading beliefs: The door-to-door visitation for which the church is known stems from a desire by each congregation to visit all the people in a neighborhood at least once a year with a Bible-based message. Contacts are also made on street corners, in parks and at other public places. • Stance on war: While the church recognizes the authority of nations to raise armies and defend themselves, members are expected to follow the example of Jesus and early Christians and refrain from participating in the wars and politics of the various nations. They firmly believe they must beat their swords into plowshares. OGDEN — An estimated 11,000 Jehovah’s Witnesses from Utah and several surrounding states will gather at the Dee Events Center the next two weekends for their 2008 District Convention. For the second year in a row, a separate Spanish-language-only convention will be part of the program. The Spanish Jehovah’s Witnesses Convention will begin at 9:20 a.m. Friday. There’s a lunch break about 12:15 p.m., and then sessions resume at 1:30 p.m. That also will be the schedule for June 28 and 29. Then, from July 4 through July 6, the English-language conference will be held, using the same daily schedule. According to Warren Beers, an elder in the Millcreek Jehovah’s Witnesses, who is helping organize this year’s convention in Ogden, the English event is expected to attract at least 7,000 people. That’s down from recent years, but there are another 4,000 or more who will attend the Spanish version, and until 2007, they all attended the same convention. “Guided by God’s Spirit” is the theme of this year’s conventions nationwide, and Jehovah’s Witnesses enthusiastically invite the public to attend any or all of their conference sessions. “It’s hard to find guidance today that doesn’t change,” Beers said. “We’re excited about this year’s conventions. They are the high point of our year spiritually.” Jeff Tackett, another elder, said this year’s theme is particularly relevant because of the uncertain economy and world turmoil. “Follow the Christ” was the convention’s 2007 theme, and “Jehovah’s Role” was the 2006 focus. This year’s convention will explain why humans need reliable guidance and how God’s holy spirit provides it. The convention theme will develop Jesus Christ’s assurance to his followers, as recorded at John 16:13, that God’s spirit will guide them. Other key texts that will be discussed at the convention include Jeremiah 10:23, Romans 8:6 and Galatians 5:16. Beers also said the Friday afternoon sessions will focus on teenagers, with the title, “Young People — Walk by Holy Spirit.” The Sunday afternoon session will feature a Bible drama, presented live and in full costume. Dan Wilde, a Jehovah’s Witness from Vernal, has been attending the annual conventions in Ogden for a decade. He said one of the best things about the gatherings is having so many church members together in the same place. “We get some great instruction, too. It’s an event we all look forward to” and one that energizes the Witnesses to live better lives, he said. Francisco Montano is helping organize the Spanish-only convention in Ogden. He said last year’s inaugural convention attracted 5,500 people — far more than was hoped for. The decrease to about 4,000 people this year is because a boundary change means some Colorado Witnesses will be going to conventions there. Otherwise, Witnesses from most of Utah, some of southern Idaho, western Wyoming and eastern Nevada will attend the conferences at the Dee Events Center. “We received a lot of good comments” about last year’s Spanish convention, Montano said. He also said that as Ogden-area residents mingled with Jehovah’s Witnesses in local restaurants, some did ask for more information about their faith. Despite the drop in Utah convention attendance, Montano said the growth in Utah Jehovah’s Witnesses Spanish-speaking congregations is up 20 percent over a year ago, rising from 1,600 members to 1,900 now. The Utah Jehovah’s Witnesses Convention has been held at the Dee Events Center, 4450 Harrison Blvd., for almost 30 years. There will be a total of 305 Witnesses conventions in 76 cities in the United States this summer. Conventions will be held in English, as well as 15 other languages, including American Sign Language. There is no admission fee or collection taken at any convention or meeting of Jehovah’s Witnesses. There are nearly 7 million Witnesses associated with more than 101,000 congregations worldwide. A Monza i testimoni di GeovaAl Brianteo via ai raduniL’agenda dei Testimoni di Geova di tutta Italia prevede un’estate piena di impegni. Inizia, infatti, il ciclo di 85 congressi a ingresso libero che si svolgeranno negli stadi italiani da giugno a settembre. Tema delle assemblee di quest’anno, che dureranno tutte tre giorni è “Guidati dallo spirito di Dio. Il tour partirà dallo stadio Brianteo di Monza, dove sono previsti tre incontri. Il primo avrà luogo dal 20 al 22 giugno. Seguirà un raduno dal 27 al 29 dello stesso mese, mentre il terzo appuntamento è previsto dal 4 al 6 luglio. “E’ stato necessario prevedere tre date a causa del forte incremento in Lombardia, regione italiana con il più alto numero di testimoni di Geova” ha detto Frecciero, presidente del comitato organizzatore del primo congresso. Si stima che gli incontri porteranno al Brianteo circa 30 mila persone. Quanto ai temi, Frecciero ha anticipato che “si presterà grande attenzione ai giovani”. In Italia i testimoni di Geova associati sono circa 430 mila, 35 mila dei quali presenti solo in Lombardia. http://www.tgcom.mediaset.it/cronaca/articoli/articolo418516.shtml Il tema dell’assemblea dei Testimoni è la guida affidabileVenerdì inizia l’assemblea di distretto dei testimoni di Geova. Tema ‘Guidati dallo spirito di Dio’.
Venerdì i testimoni di Geova accoglieranno migliaia di persone che assisteranno a un programma di tre giorni nel corso del quale si parlerà di una guida valida per tutti. Verranno presentate informazioni incoraggianti preparate espressamente per i giovani. Venerdì inizierà l’assemblea di distretto dei testimoni di Geova del 2008, dal tema “Guidati dallo spirito di Dio”. In questo mondo travagliato le persone sono alla ricerca di guida e consigli e la Bibbia indica che lo spirito santo di Dio può fornire proprio tale guida necessaria. Questo è il tema che verrà messo in risalto nel corso delle parti presentate durante i tre giorni di assemblea. La parte iniziale del venerdì mattina svilupperà l’argomento “Perché lasciarsi guidare dallo spirito di Dio?” Il discorso chiave indicherà poi il ruolo dello spirito santo nella realizzazione del proposito di Geova Dio per l’umanità e la terra. Una parte significativa del programma del venerdì pomeriggio offrirà informazioni particolarmente utili per i ragazzi. I Testimoni sono convinti che per i giovani vivere seguendo la guida dello spirito santo di Dio sia una protezione. Credono inoltre che le istruzioni divine possano aiutare i ragazzi a evitare le molte trappole morali e spirituali che si incontrano nella giovinezza. La sessione si concluderà con uno dei suoi aspetti salienti, il discorso “Giovani, salvaguardate la vostra relazione con Geova!” Nel corso del programma non verranno trascurate le persone d’età avanzata, dal momento che la Bibbia indica che anche loro, per quanto abbiano esperienza, traggono beneficio dalla guida divina. Il programma di sabato metterà in risalto come giovani e meno giovani, grazie alla forza che viene dallo spirito santo, possono combattere le tentazioni, affrontare lo scoraggiamento, resistere alle pressioni di chi esercita su di loro un’influenza negativa e perseverare nelle avversità. La parte intitolata “Gli scrittori della Bibbia furono ‘sospinti dallo spirito santo’” indicherà che fu lo spirito santo di Dio a ispirare gli uomini che misero per iscritto i libri della Bibbia. Durante tutta l’assemblea, in particolare grazie a scene e interviste, verrà messo in evidenza l’effetto benefico che i consigli e il messaggio della Bibbia hanno sulla vita di milioni di persone. Tale effetto sarà evidente in modo particolare sabato mattina, quando alcune persone della zona che hanno studiato la Bibbia dichiareranno pubblicamente la propria dedicazione a Dio nel corso di una cerimonia di battesimo. La cerimonia di ordinazione dei nuovi ministri includerà una trattazione in cui si spiegherà cosa significa essere battezzati nel nome dello spirito santo. Domenica mattina, il discorso pubblico, intitolato “Ricche benedizioni grazie al Re guidato dallo spirito di Geova”, si incentrerà sulla figura di Gesù Cristo, l’unico incaricato da Dio di governare con autentica giustizia e amore. Nel pomeriggio verrà poi presentato un dramma in costume ambientato ai tempi del cristianesimo primitivo. Il programma inizierà ogni mattina alle 9,20. L’ingresso è libero e non si effettueranno collette. 200 Testimoni di Geova della penisola a Forchia (BN) per la loro assemblea annualeCASTELLAMMARE Il prossimo week end, da venerdì a domenica, i Testimoni di Geova della Penisola Sorrentina, di Castellammare di Stabia, Gragnano, Cava de’ Tirreni, Pagani, S.Egidio del Monte Albino, Angri, S.Antonio Abate, e da parte della provincia di Napoli, affluiranno a Forchia in Contrada Rella (BN) da per assistere a un programma di tre giorni durante il quale verrà spiegato come si può trovare una guida affidabile. I testimoni di Geova terranno la loro annuale assemblea di distretto nella loro Sala delle Assemblee; questa è la prima delle otto assemblee in programma in questa struttura, al termine delle quali si prevede la presenza di oltre 40.000 delegati. Inizierà venerdì alle 9,20 del mattino. L’assemblea di distretto del 2008 dal tema “Guidati dallo spirito di Dio” è aperta al pubblico. L’ingresso è gratuito e non si faranno collette. Il programma metterà in risalto perché oggi c’è bisogno di una guida fidata e dove si possono trovare consigli affidabili su ogni aspetto della vita. Anche quest’anno il momento più atteso sarà la cerimonia del battesimo in acqua. Alcuni dei battezzandi saranno adolescenti della penisola e dei paesi limitrofi. E’ straordinario notare la loro fede pur essendo così giovani. Abbiamo chiesto ad Eleonora che frequenta la 2° G del Liceo Scientico “Don Milani” a Gragnano: “Come mai una scelta così importante ad appena 15 anni?” La sua risposta non ha lasciato dubbi sulle sue motivazioni: “Non si è trattata di una decisione improvvisa. E’ maturata nel corso del tempo. Giorno dopo giorno i principi e le leggi di Geova sono diventati sempre più reali ed importanti. Quando ho avuto bisogno di Geova, Lui c’era sempre. Conoscerlo e amarlo mi ha reso migliore e per ringraziarlo e renderlo felice ho deciso di dedicare per sempre la mia vita a Lui. Sono felice di averlo fatto e spero di tenere sempre alto il valore di questa dedicazione!” In Italia si terranno 86 assemblee in 21 città. Nel mondo ci sono quasi 7.000.000 di Testimoni che formano oltre 101.000 congregazioni. Nel 2007 più di 12 milioni di persone hanno assistito alle oltre 3.200 assemblee di distretto che si sono svolte in varie parti della terra. Cenni storici: Assemblee di questo tipo sono state tenute anche nelle vicinanze, precisamente a Castellammare di Stabia a metà degli anni 80. A queste assemblee che si tenevano presso il Cinema Monti vi partecipavano Testimoni di Geova da ogni parte della Campania. Col passare del tempo i Testimoni di Geova sono aumentati di numero. In penisola, per esempio, ci sono due congregazioni, una a Piano di Sorrento e l’altra a Massalubrense. In queste congregazioni ci sono dei Testimoni che stanno imparando il russo per aiutare gli immigrati dall’Europa del Est a conoscere cosa insegna la Bibbia. L’ADFI et les contribuablesL’ADFI perd un procès et hop ! l’argent du contribuable a disparu… L’UNADFI, c’est l’Union Nationale des ADFI, qui regroupe l’ensemble des “Associations de Défense de la Famille et de l’Individu”, un nom trompeur pour les responsables de nombreux drames familiaux notamment lorsqu’ils ont préconisé le “déprogramming” à l’instar de leurs ex-homologues américains, le CAN (Cult Awareness Network, démantelé depuis).
On sait aujourd’hui l’argent que coûte aux contribuables ce type d’associations.
“Le cri du contribuable“, journal de l’association “Contribuables associés” qui revendique 140 000 membres, dénonçait dernièrement le gouffre du financement par l’état des associations anti-sectes : 368 000 euros pour l’ADFI, 897 000 euros pour le CCMM (Centre Contre les Manipulations Mentales) Centre Contre les Manipulations Mentales), le tout sans aucun résultat autre que de mettre la France à l’index de l’Europe, parce qu’au lieu d’écouter les spécialistes, l’état français finance des associations dont on sait aujourd’hui qu’elles servent d’autres intérêts, au mépris des directives européennes sur le respect des droits de l’homme. Mais lorsque cet argent est nécessaire à l’association pour payer les frais d’une énième condamnation pour diffamation, comme ce fut le cas en mai 2008 pour l’ADFI des deux Savoie et de l’Isère, l’argent n’est plus là… et l’ADFI est obligée d’en réclamer plus. En effet, en mai 2008 une condamnation prononcée en première instance a été confirmée en appel lors d’un procès contre un membre de l’ADFI 2 Savoie-Isère, coupable de diffamation envers un mouvement nommé “la Fraternité Blanche Universelle“. Et misère, il n’y avait plus d’argent dans les caisses puisque l’ADFI a du lancer un appel à soutien pour financer les amendes et dommages et intérêts que lui a valu son statut de coupable. Où est passé l’argent du contribuable ? Dans de précédents procès où des responsables de l’UNADFI ont aussi été reconnus coupables ? Telle Catherine Picard, Présidente de l’UNADFI condamnée il y a un an à verser 6.750 euros aux Témoins de Jéhovah pour diffamation… Non, cela ne fait pas encore le compte. Mais l’ADFI ne s’arrête pas là, puisque dans son appel à soutien, elle déclare : “Tout surplus sera conservé comme fond de secours et sera octroyé à toute association anti-sectarisme soumise au prochain procès du même type.” Donc, non contente d’avoir gaspillé l’argent du contribuable au point ou elle ne peut plus payer les pots qu’elle casse, L’ADFI n’apprend pas de la justice, et prévoit encore de pratiquer la diffamation. Ce qui ne répond toujours pas à notre question : où est passé l’argent du contribuable ? Et l’autre question qui me vient de suite : serons-nous encore obligés de payer l’an prochain pour voir notre argent englouti dans des poches sans conscience ni vergogne? Congreso anual de los Testigos de Jehová en Palma
– 19 Junio 2008 Palma (ABN).- Los próximos días 20,21 y 22 de Junio se celebrara en Palma de Mallorca el congreso anual de los Testigos de Jehová. Se espera una asistencia de más de tres mil personas en el pabellón multideportivo Palma Arena, según informó la organización a ABN. Los testigos de Jehová darán mañana una cordial bienvenida a los miles de personas que asistan a su asamblea de tres días, se explicó en una comunicación de prensa. El programa, que explicará dónde se puede encontrar guía confiable, ofrecerá información muy útil para los jóvenes. Este viernes se dará inicio a la Asamblea de Distrito de los Testigos de Jehová “Guiados por el espíritu de Dios”, explica el colectivo. En estos tiempos difíciles, las personas buscan guía confiable y consejos bien fundamentados. La Biblia enseña, aseguran, que el espíritu santo de Dios suministra esa guía que tanto necesitamos. En algunas de las intervenciones de este congreso de tres días se abordará este tema. El primer discurso del viernes por la mañana se titula “¿Por qué debemos ser guiados por el espíritu de Dios?”. Más tarde, el discurso que explica el tema central de este congreso aclarará cuál es la función del espíritu santo en el cumplimiento del propósito de Dios para la humanidad y la Tierra. Una gran parte del programa del viernes por la tarde se dedicará a los jóvenes. Los Testigos creen que no hay mejor protección para los jóvenes que seguir la guía del espíritu santo de Dios. También creen que la guía divina puede evitarles muchos de los problemas morales y espirituales a los que se enfrentan. La sesión concluirá con un discurso especial titulado “Joven, protege tu relación con Jehová”. El programa también dará atención a los mayores, pues aunque ya tienen experiencia, la guía divina también les beneficia. El sábado se hablará de cómo el espíritu santo puede fortalecer a todas las personas —sin importar su edad— para resistir las tentaciones, hacer frente al desánimo, aguantar la presión de grupo y sobrellevar los problemas. El discurso titulado “Los escritores de la Biblia fueron ‘llevados por espíritu santo’” mostrará que el espíritu santo de Dios los inspiró para llevar a cabo su tarea. También se realizarán escenificaciones y entrevistas que ayudarán a visualizar el efecto que tienen los consejos bíblicos y su mensaje en la vida de millones de personas. Como muestra del efecto que ha tenido en ellos, habrá entre los presentes personas que han estudiado la Biblia con los Testigos y que harán pública su decisión de dedicar su vida a Dios, bautizándose el sábado por la mañana. Esta ceremonia para ordenar nuevos ministros será precedida de un discurso en el que se explicará qué implica bautizarse en el nombre del espíritu santo. El domingo por la mañana se presentará el discurso público, titulado “Las bendiciones que nos ofrece el Rey que Jehová guía con su espíritu”. Esta conferencia girará en torno al único gobernante elegido por Dios que reinará con verdadera justicia y amor: Jesucristo. Por la tarde habrá una representación con trajes de época ambientada en tiempos de los primeros cristianos. La asamblea comenzará los tres días a las 9.20 de la mañana. La entrada será libre y no se harán colectas. Estadio Cuscatlan Domingo 17 de Febrero 2008.
Arabic speakers extend Jehovah’s Witnesses’ reachArticle Created: 06/18/2008 05:03:42 PM PDT
BURLINGAME — A quote from the Book of Exodus is scrawled in Arabic: “Stand still and see the salvation of Jehovah.” The message is truth to the Jehovah’s Witnesses who attended service at Our Kingdom Hall on Sunday morning. They all speak Arabic. Many are fluent, as it is their native tongue, while others are learning the Semitic language. The small congregation — established in 1997 — has a large reach. From Marin County to Monterey, its 55 members focus on converting Arabs with ties to the Muslim or Christian faiths. “In our belief, not all Christians do God’s will,” said Emad Salih of Menlo Park, a former Muslim. “There is only one true religion doing God’s will, and that’s the Jehovah’s Witnesses.” Salih was born and raised in Iraq. He moved to the United States in 1993. While living in Los Angeles, Salih was approached by a Jehovah’s Witness from Egypt. After studying with him for four months, Salih said he found something in the faith. He was baptized three years later. In July, members are expected to attend the annual Arabic District Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Norco. Some have already attended the 2008 district convention at the Cow Palace, which meets every weekend from now until Aug. 17. Lamar Bingham of South San Francisco was one of the founding members of the Burlingame congregation at 2828 Trousdale Drive. The 78-year-old and his wife were missionaries in Lebanon from 1951 to 1985. Their mission became difficult in 1975 when civil war broke out — but it didn’t stop them.Even today, their need to reach out and share the Bible with people has not dimmed. “People need comfort from God’s word now,” Bingham said. “We’re not interested in bringing them a new religion. We present what the Bible said, then they’ll be in the position to decide.” For the last 15 years, Jehovah’s Witnesses have reached out to communities where there are large concentrations of ethnic groups. Witnesses learn Portuguese, Russian, French, Mandarin, Punjabi, and American Sign Language. And in Burlingame, the congregation offers Arabic classes. “We reach out to people,” said Bingham, who cited a passage in the Book of Matthew. “Good news of the kingdom will be preached. Everybody should hear what God says he’s going to do.” Bingham said similarities between the Muslim and Jehovah’s Witness faith include the belief that God is the supreme creator; that there are no religious images; and that Jesus Christ was born of the Virgin Mary. Anthony Smith and his wife LoRain of San Mateo were Witnesses who attended the English-speaking congregation. When they heard Arabic classes were going to be offered, they jumped at the chance. The Smiths have taken three classes and gone through informal training. “We had a desire to want people to come to know the God of the Bible whose name is Jehovah,” said Anthony Smith, 49. Bingham — who grew up Mormon — is heartened that some people in the Arabic community of about 150,000 in the Bay Area are open to a conversation. Samir Dahbour of South San Francisco agrees. Dahbour was born and raised a Roman Catholic in Jerusalem. The 62-year-old was baptized as a Witness in 1984. He helped Bingham start the Arabic group, which was originally a part of the English-speaking Jehovah’s Witnesses. Dahbour said he devotes his weekends to going to people’s homes. Often, he makes return visits. “It takes a lot of time and effort,” Dahbour said. “Hopefully, in the future, they will strengthen their faith, and come to the point where they can dedicate themselves in baptism.”
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