by John Aquila 39 Replies latest jw experiences
"To add insult to injury the CO recommended that since the congregation could afford to save $70,000 so quickly, then it would only be appropriate to raise the monthly contribution that is sent to the Society by another $1000 a month."
“This is what Pharaoh says: ‘I will not give you any more straw. Go and get your own straw wherever you can find it, but your work will not be reduced at all.’” Exodus 5:10-11 New International Version
Village Idiot
“This is what Pharaoh says: ‘I will not give you any more straw. Go and get your own straw wherever you can find it, but your work will not be reduced at all.
Lol! I never thought of that. On the other hand, didn't the Nation rebelled and leave Egypt because of that? The Exodus has begun!
Magnum
It's like the org is getting blatant now - like it doesn't even care that it might alienate some (many?).
You know I really believe they don't care who leaves or who gets mad. They demoted DOs, old elders and COs, removed elders, kicked out many serving in Branches and Bethel for years. They don't seem to care how many leave as long as they can get as much money as possible in this short term. They are not thinking or caring about long term anymore.
The Searcher
Lovely, and heart-warming to read. I just wish that one, just one body of elders - and the congregation - would unanimously stand together against the Org in something like this. Show unity against the bully, they can't demand private funds!
Plus all the members who contributed to that fund are split. Some are mad at the Watchtower and some are still loyal because they think God is behind them and not the elders.
If I had contributed my money specifically for a remodel and the remodel was cancelled, I would demand my funds be returned. (In the US) it is illegal to use funds for a different purpose than for what they were solicited.
Doc
@John Aquila:
Can you share the name of the congregation here or perhaps in a pm?
