May 19, 2017

May 19, 2017 By

The finale of the 14th annual Youth for Human Rights International World Tour on Capitol Hill acknowledged stellar volunteers.  Outstanding human rights volunteers were honored with Presidential Volunteer Service Awards in a Capitol Hill ceremony marking the finale of Youth for Human Rights International’s 14th annual World Educational Tour. Ambassador Don Bliss (Ret.), President of the National Capital Area Chapter of United Nations Association of the United States of America, acknowledged Youth for Human Rights International President and Founder Dr.... Read more

May 17, 2017

May 17, 2017 By

Published courtesy of the Scientology Religion site. The Creed of the Church of Scientology was written by L. Ron Hubbard shortly after the Church was formed in Los Angeles on February 18, 1954.                   After Mr. Hubbard issued this creed from his office in Phoenix, Arizona, the Church of Scientology adopted it as its creed because it succinctly states what Scientologists believe. We of the Church believe That all men of whatever race, color... Read more

May 17, 2017

May 17, 2017 By

In the following article on the STAND (Scientologists Taking Action Against Discrimination) website Scientologist Roger Clark presents his theory on attempted stigmatization of Scientologists and other religions. Most people are born good. Most people are born with an innate sense of decency, a good concept of justice, and an inborn understanding of right and wrong. One of the first things you’ll hear out of a child’s mouth is “It’s not fair.” Nobody has to teach them of the principle of... Read more

May 17, 2017

May 17, 2017 By

Taken from a press release by Citizens Commission on Human Rights Florida.   The only state in the country to issue an annual ECT report is Texas where in 2014 six deaths were reported following the use of electroshock.  CCHR has now filed Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests to the remaining U.S. states for the purpose of obtaining statistics on how many children and others are receiving ECT. These FOIA requests revealed that in one state alone, Utah, electroshock... Read more

May 17, 2017

May 17, 2017 By

Scientologist presents his perspective on fake news created to generate bigotry against the Church of Scientology. Published courtesy of the STAND website. One thing I have to admire is the level of integrity in an organization that will kick someone out, knowing full well that in doing so, it may blow up right in its face. My hat is off to the Church of Scientology for sticking to its policies on an even playing field, no matter the fame or... Read more

May 14, 2017

May 14, 2017 By

This article from the Scientology Religion website discusses the commitment Scientologists feel about volunteering to make this a better world. The Code of a Scientologist requires every Scientologist to make a solemn commitment to benefit others: As a Scientologist, I pledge myself to the Code of Scientology for the good of all. … To use the best I know of Scientology to the best of my ability; to help my family, friends, groups and the world. … To make this world a saner... Read more

May 14, 2017

May 14, 2017 By

Originally published by the Church of Scientology Nashville For anyone who has experienced self-doubt, depression, anxiety or unreasonable fears, the book Dianetics: the Modern Science of Mental Health is the resource to turn to for answers and guidance. This book was authored and published in 1950, launching a movement for Man to know and help himself. L. Ron Hubbard began the book with these words, “Dianetics is an adventure. It is an exploration into Terra Incognita, the human mind, that... Read more

May 11, 2017

May 11, 2017 By

Scientologist Vincent Grieg writes about bigoted individuals trying to put the “cult” label on his religion. Republished courtesy of the STAND (Scientologists Taking Action Against Discrimination) website I am a Scientologist who has studied Scientology for years. Decades actually. I know a lot of other Scientologists and, while I can’t speak for all of them, I think plenty of us want to know why we’re mislabeled a “cult” by some. Like, for real? A cult? WHAT IS A CULT? For me, the... Read more

May 10, 2017

May 10, 2017 By

For anyone concerned someone they know may be addicted to opioids, these ten warning signs from the Foundation for a Drug-Free World can help you decide if it’s something you should look into further. (republished from the Utica, New York, Observer-Dispatch) When pain pills become a problem Prescription painkillers can relieve pain, but the body can, over time, start to depend on them. Here are 10 warning signs of dependency from the Foundation for a Drug-Free World: 1. Dosage increases as... Read more

May 9, 2017

May 9, 2017 By

67 years after L. Ron Hubbard published Dianetics, the 1950 self-help best seller, and precursor to the Scientology religion, the Church of Scientology brands all of its social channels to celebrate the seminal book’s anniversary. Five Things to Know About Dianetics, 67 Years Old Today Published May 9, 1950, Dianetics ignited a global movement and laid the groundwork for the Scientology religion. 1. Known as the modern science of mental health, the word Dianetics is derived from Greek dia, “through,”... Read more

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