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2017-10-24T05:05:33-07:00

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On Religion & Politics, or What Not to Discuss at a Dinner Party

Last updated on: October 24, 2017 at 5:05 am By ScientologyBeliefs

This blog by Jenny Good is published courtesy of the website of STAND, Scientologists Taking Action Against Religion, and deals with the bias and bigotry that can threaten otherwise harmonious relationships when the subject of religion and politics invade a social gathering. “Nothing ruins a dinner party faster than religion or politics.” It’s the unspoken agreement of a polite dinner host and guests. Why? Because people can’t keep their manners in when talking about these two subjects. They’re especially volatile... Read more

2017-10-24T05:05:33-07:00

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Scientologist Shares “The Power of Listening”

Last updated on: October 24, 2017 at 5:05 am By ScientologyBeliefs

Scientologist Jim Kalergis shares the “magic” of learning to listen–an ability he gained on his first Scientology course. The blog is published courtesy of STAND (Scientologists Taking Action Against Discrimination). The first course I took in Scientology was called the “Communication Course.” The first exercise on the course was called “TR 0.” The “TR” stood for “Training Routine.” The “0” designation was because the skill gained on the drill was a prerequisite to all the exercises that were to follow: the... Read more

2017-10-24T05:05:34-07:00

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Finish Religious Scholar Gives Her Opinion on the Scientology Religion

Last updated on: October 24, 2017 at 5:05 am By ScientologyBeliefs

The late Harri Heino, who was professor of religion at University of Tampere, Finland, published an expertise on the Scientology religion titled “Scientology: Its True Nature.” This and other religious studies on Scientology are available on the Scientology Religion website, www.scientologyreligion.org. ecent years on several occasions, including in Finland, become the subject of public debate. Compared to some countries, very little has been said in Finland about its religious nature. In the following treatise, I focus on the question of whether... Read more

2017-10-24T05:05:34-07:00

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Happy Father’s Day from the Church of Scientology

Last updated on: October 24, 2017 at 5:05 am By ScientologyBeliefs

In this video, illustrating a precept of The Way to Happiness, the essence of what it means to be a father comes through. It is this care and tolerance, understanding a love that is the hallmark of a truly great dad. Read more

2017-10-24T05:05:34-07:00

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Commentary on the Humanitarian Perspective of the Scientology Religion

Last updated on: October 24, 2017 at 5:05 am By ScientologyBeliefs

In subscribing to the Code of a Scientologist one pledges to “support true humanitarian endeavors in the fields of human rights.” And the Aims of Scientology are”A civilization without insanity, without criminals and without war, where the able can prosper and honest beings can have rights, and where Man is free to rise to greater heights.” This is clear in the emphasis Scientologists place on the humanitarian activities the Church supports. A video interview with Mr. Sebonyane Alfred Tsetsane, who served as Regional... Read more

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2017-10-24T05:05:34-07:00

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World Needs “Revolution” in Mental Health Care, U.N. Health Rights Expert Reports

Last updated on: October 24, 2017 at 5:05 am By ScientologyBeliefs

This press release from Citizens Commission on Human Rights, published today, presents a fresh view of the solution to a mental health industry that has failed. The Citizens Commission on Human Rights was co-founded by the Church of Scientology, which supports its activities. Human Rights group says overhaul of psycho-pharmaceutical industry should begin with investigation into the drugging of 6- 12-year-olds. A United Nations Health Rights expert, Dr. Dainius Pūras, has issued a report calling for mental health care to... Read more

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2017-10-24T05:05:34-07:00

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Scientologist Asks: It’s Your Right, But Is It Right?

Last updated on: October 24, 2017 at 5:05 am By ScientologyBeliefs

In a blog on the STAND (Scientologists Taking Action Against Discrimination) website, Scientologist Jenny Good looks at the First Amendment and the conflict that often arises between the two freedoms it stands to protect. Republished courtesy of STAND. I believe in the power of speech. I believe in freedom of speech. I believe in my First Amendment rights. I believe in our country and our government. Mostly. I believe that our Constitution is there to protect us. All of us. And... Read more

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Scientology: Science and Religion

Last updated on: October 24, 2017 at 5:05 am By ScientologyBeliefs

This blog by Scientologist Wil Seabrook gives his perspective of the Scientology religion as a meeting ground of science and the spiritual. It is published courtesy of STAND (Scientologists Taking Action Against Discrimination). When I was a kid I asked a lot of questions. That wouldn’t surprise anyone who knows me now. I can be a little obsessive when I get interested in something. I want to know all about it and understand exactly how it works. I distinctly remember being... Read more

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Why Our New Church of Scientology of the Valley Makes Me Proud

Last updated on: October 24, 2017 at 5:05 am By ScientologyBeliefs

Scientologist Sandra Richmond writes about what the new Church of Scientology of the Valley means to her. Published courtesy of STAND (Scientologists Taking Action Against Discrimination). Have you ever been proud of some special achievement in your life? Perhaps it was something you did on your own, or perhaps you worked with others to bring a project to fruition. I experienced an immense sense of accomplishment when I joined other parishioners, community leaders and friends to celebrate the grand opening... Read more

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2017-10-24T05:05:35-07:00

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Ask a Scientologist–Scientology Parent Answers Four Questions Including “What Are Common Misconceptions About Scientology?”

Last updated on: October 24, 2017 at 5:05 am By ScientologyBeliefs

Tad Reeves, of the Scientology Parent blog, answers 14 questions posed by a student about Scientology. Here are the last four answers. Published courtesy of the Scientology Parent website. 11)IS THERE A SCHOOL SPECIFICALLY FOR PEOPLE TO LEARN ONLY SCIENTOLOGY THAT IS SEPARATE FROM THE TRADITIONAL SCHOOL SYSTEM? Scientology is a religious philosophy, but it is not and was never intended to be a replacement for a full education. Clearly, if one wanted to become a Scientology practitioner, one would obviously... Read more

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