How Many Know Any COBE's that are 80 years old or more???

by LoisLane looking for Superman 8 Replies latest watchtower beliefs

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  LoisLane looking for Superman

  I knew one that died not too long ago.

  He was an old Presiding Overseer of one congo since the early 1960's.

  He died in the saddle with his boots on.

  He was Watchtower Overseer and COBE.

  He died at 90.

  He was beloved by many.

  If this new change of getting rid of COBE's happened 10 years ago, when this "honored" one was just 80, I have no idea how he and his family would have taken it.

  It certainly would have shaken them and their congo up.

  -----> Getting rid of CO's at 70.

  -----> Getting rid of all District Overseers.

  -----> WT has already let go thousands of Bethel workers.

  -----> Selling off properties and pocketing their profits for themselves.

  ----->Monthly "donations" from each KHall WT/GB owns already.

  What a man made up religion.

  What a snare and a racket!

  LoisLane
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  a watcher

  Mine is.
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  LoisLane looking for Superman

  A watcher... How do you think your COBE, his friends, family and congo , will take the news?

  LL
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  daringhart13

  They're flushing out all of the old school guys.....they might be getting grumpy
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  prologos

  wt owes them too much, although they have their reward already and

  they know too much
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  DesirousOfChange

  Prov 16:31 ~ Gray hair is a crown of glory; it is gained in a righteous life.

  Last year they threw Chuck Russell under the bus.

  Now Solomon.

  Doc
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  a watcher

  Lois, in our case it's a mixed blessing. Our COBE is very theocratic and does the job well, but he has been ill for a couple of months now, so I think everyone would reluctantly agree that he should step aside.
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  frankiespeakin

  Looks like some kingdom halls will be left elderless and likey candidates for the auction block which means more money in the WT's coffers.
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  Separation of Powers

  On the premise of love and compassion, there is an underlying element that strikes a nerve.

  The old guard, or as one CO used to call them..."War Horses" have grown with this organization. They have been steadfast in their allegiance. However, they are typically well versed in procedure and theocratic "common sense" if there is such a thing. In my opinion, this can only mean one thing...significant changes are coming....things that may well shake the very foundation of this organization. Things that these old timers will question or grumble about...we shall see.