An Introduction to Scientology

Ministry Training Program

1. Introductory Video Clips

2. PowerPoint: An Overview of Scientology

3. Scientology The Ex Files Documentary

4. Application & Open Discussion

Ministry Training Program

1. Introductory Video Clips

2. PowerPoint: An Overview of Scientology

3. Scientology The Ex Files Documentary

4. Application & Open Discussion

Ministry Training Program

1. Introductory Video Clips

2. PowerPoint: An Overview of Scientology

3. Scientology The Ex Files Documentary

4. Application & Open Discussion

An Overview of Scientology

The Definition of Scientology

“knowing” “study of”

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The Study of Knowledge/Truth

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The Fundamental Truths of Scientology

1. Man is an immortal spiritual being (thetan).

2. His experience extends well beyond a single lifetime.

3. His capabilities are unlimited, even if not presently realised.

4. Man is basically good, and that his spiritual salvation depends upon himself, his fellows and his attainment of brotherhood with the universe.

Knowing What?

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Knowing What? - The 8 Dynamics of Scientology

A Question Since the Origins of Mankind

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Science + Technology = New Religion

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The Founder of Scientology: L. Ron Hubbard (1911-1986)

• 1950 – Dianetics • A methodology to alleviate

unwanted sensations and emotions, irrational fears and stress related illnesses (engrams) to free the spirit

• 1952 – Church of Scientology

• Created all the books, courses, recorded lectures and materials

The Leaders of Scientology

David MiscavigeEcclesiastical Leader of

Scientology

Tom Cruise“The most important

Scientologist since Hubbard”

Not Faith but Observations/ Experiences

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Not Something You Believe But Something You Do

1. Purification Rundown

2. Auditing

3. Training (incl. Sunday Services)

4. Processing

1. Purification Rundown

2. Auditing&

4. Processing

3. Training

(incl. Sunday Services)

Scientology Spiritual Hierarchy

Operating Thetan (Levels I – VIII)

Clear

Preclear

(1) Purification Rundown

(2) Auditing

(3) Training(4) Processing The Bridge to Total Freedom

Answers to All Questions

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Scientology Tools for Life

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Scientology Tools for Life (Courses)

• The Technology of Study• The Dynamics of Existence• The Components of

Understanding• Assists for Illnesses and

Injuries• Integrity and Honesty• The Cause of Suppression• Children• Basics of Organizing• The Emotional Tone Scale• Answers to Drugs

• Ethics and Conditions• Solutions for a Dangerous

Environment• Targets and Goals• Investigations• Communication• How to Resolve Conflicts• Marriage• Tools for the Workplace• Fundamentals of Public

Relations

Global Presence

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Ideal Organisations

Sea Organisation

Recap of Scientology

Ministry Training Program

1. Introductory Video Clips

2. PowerPoint: An Overview of Scientology

3. Scientology The Ex Files Documentary

4. Application & Open Discussion

Ministry Training Program

1. Introductory Video Clips

2. PowerPoint: An Overview of Scientology

3. Scientology The Ex Files Documentary

4. Application & Open Discussion

How Should Christians Respond to Scientologists?

Scientology Controversies

• Physical and psychological abuse• Forced abortions• False imprisonment• Unpaid or underpaid labour

• Slater & Gordon is investigating a possible class action against the Church of Scientology in Australia for the recovery of unpaid or underpaid wages and statutory entitlements such as superannuation and holiday pay for former and current members who worked for the organisation.

Evidence that Scientology is a Cult

• Central authority in one man

• Strict control over members’ lives

• Separation from others outside the Church

• Criminal prosecutions and civil lawsuits

• Large required donations

• Polarised worldview