I quit the Theocratic Ministry School

by My Name is of No Consequence 41 Replies latest jw experiences

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  My Name is of No Consequence

  After almost 24 years in the school and doing it since I was nine years old, I officially resigned. It has become increasingly difficult to prepare talks, especially with the new format for brothers. I did not mind doing them; I actually put the time and effort into getting them out. Not to pat myself on the back, but I thought I was very good at it. I only loosely followed the “suggested” material for talk no. 3’s and used many other sources for material. I tried my best to keep it interesting. Even with bible readings, I would practice constantly until it was perfect.

  But no more.

  Theocratic Ministry School (1991-2015)

  May it rest in peace.
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  sir82

  You graduated!
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  NewYork44M

  Sir82 "You graduated!"

  We all know you never graduate. It is like the Hotel California. You can check in but you can never check out.

  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lrfhf1Gv4Tw
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  My Name is of No Consequence

  I might have stayed in if it wasn't for the new format. I simply don't have the time and energy to coordinate with someone else to do an unrealistic settling that no one is paying attention to anyway. The school has essentially become a joke at this point. No one seems to put any effort or imagination into their assignments.
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  brandnew

  Next thing you know, they are gonna be giving out red squeezable " BOVIT - BOVIT " sounding noses at the door. Ha ha ha!!! As in....clown apparell.
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  NewYork44M

  I am out of the loop, what is the new format?
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  Giordano

  I used to be the Ministry School Servant way way back when leadership meant serving the needs of the congregation. What a concept!

  What is the new format that took your pleasure away?
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  My Name is of No Consequence

  @NewYork44M

  @Giordano

  Brothers on the school can now be given assignments with assistants, just like the sisters.
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  ctrwtf

  Yaaaaaaay! Pop a bottle of bubbly and Cheers!
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  My Name is of No Consequence

  I feel a little sad about it actually. The TMS was something that has been apart of my life since the age of 9. It certainly has helped me to become a better speaker and communicator. However, it has outlived its usefulness for me.