My fellow blogger djdiaz answered the question: "What are scientology's teachings on contemporary issues such as: Homosexuality (sex, marriage, adoption etc.), abortion, global warming & 'going green', euthanasia, and finally the relationship between church and government?"
Good questions and he gives good answers.
Thursday, June 24, 2010
Tuesday, June 08, 2010
Truth versus Hatchet Job
A hatchet job is defined as "a very strong and unfair criticism, especially in the form of a newspaper article". That's a rather mild definition. I'd call it a deliberate attempt to harm or destroy in a news media article.
In an attempt to recover his dismal ratings, Anderson Cooper, that handsome CNN presenter (I won't call him journalist as that would insult real members of the profession), did a hatchet job recently on Scientology . The facts of what happened may fascinating reading. You can read all about it (and see some really good videos) here: CNN The Least Trusted Name in News - AC360: See Anderson Cooper Run for Ratings
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In an attempt to recover his dismal ratings, Anderson Cooper, that handsome CNN presenter (I won't call him journalist as that would insult real members of the profession), did a hatchet job recently on Scientology . The facts of what happened may fascinating reading. You can read all about it (and see some really good videos) here: CNN The Least Trusted Name in News - AC360: See Anderson Cooper Run for Ratings
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Monday, June 07, 2010
More Questions from a Nurse (10)
Taylor asked a number of questions here: More Questions from a Nurse. Here are more answers:
16. When I give the report I'm supposed to provide handouts for the class. Is there anything that you can think of that would benefit?
Regarding health, Scientologists tend to follow the advice in Chapters 1 and 2 of The Way To Happiness. I recommend you download the book and read those chapters (they are short). This will give you the basic idea of our views on this area.
One other important thing is that when ill or injured Scientologists like to get "Assists" which are spiritual healing procedures. You can read all about them here: Assists for Illness and Injury. These can really help speed up recovery.
The Scientology Web Site has a very good search feature. Just go to the site, type in the "Search" and press the Enter key.
That was the last question. Thank you Taylor for asking them. It's always a pleasure to clarify questions about Scientology and Scientologists.
16. When I give the report I'm supposed to provide handouts for the class. Is there anything that you can think of that would benefit?
Regarding health, Scientologists tend to follow the advice in Chapters 1 and 2 of The Way To Happiness. I recommend you download the book and read those chapters (they are short). This will give you the basic idea of our views on this area.
One other important thing is that when ill or injured Scientologists like to get "Assists" which are spiritual healing procedures. You can read all about them here: Assists for Illness and Injury. These can really help speed up recovery.
The Scientology Web Site has a very good search feature. Just go to the site, type in the "Search" and press the Enter key.
That was the last question. Thank you Taylor for asking them. It's always a pleasure to clarify questions about Scientology and Scientologists.
Sunday, June 06, 2010
More Questions from a Nurse (9)
Taylor asked a number of questions here: More Questions from a Nurse. Here are more answers:
14. If caring for a family member in a nursing home and is going to die, is there someone to prepare the body?
There are no special religious requirements for preparation of the body after death. The normal traditions of the individual would apply. For me it would be finding an undertaker.
15. Is there a particular process for the funeral?
We do have a funeral service in Scientology. What is the Scientology funeral service?
Whether the coffin is there or the service is held after burial (as in a memorial) is a decision of the loved ones.
More tomorrow.
14. If caring for a family member in a nursing home and is going to die, is there someone to prepare the body?
There are no special religious requirements for preparation of the body after death. The normal traditions of the individual would apply. For me it would be finding an undertaker.
15. Is there a particular process for the funeral?
We do have a funeral service in Scientology. What is the Scientology funeral service?
Whether the coffin is there or the service is held after burial (as in a memorial) is a decision of the loved ones.
More tomorrow.
Saturday, June 05, 2010
More Questions from a Nurse (8)
Taylor asked a number of questions here: More Questions from a Nurse. Here are more answers:
13a. What are the thoughts on Divorce?
There is a good chance that a marriage that is heading for divorce can be put back together again with Scientology Marriage Counseling. It has a very good success rate.
If at all possible a marriage should be saved but there are circumstances where the best course for all involved is divorce. That sums it up for me and I think for Scientologists in general.
More tomorrow.
13a. What are the thoughts on Divorce?
There is a good chance that a marriage that is heading for divorce can be put back together again with Scientology Marriage Counseling. It has a very good success rate.
If at all possible a marriage should be saved but there are circumstances where the best course for all involved is divorce. That sums it up for me and I think for Scientologists in general.
More tomorrow.
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