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2008
For
United States
of
America km 8 01-E Us
Vol.
51,
N
BibleStudentsto Bacome
must believe and be abl
explain
basic Bible teachi
of theKingdomGoodNews
(seeOrganized p. ~+82.)H
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ingcompletelyseparated th
The commission that Je- ers become disciples of Jesus selves
the
Gr
laid upon his disciples as Christ.-Luke 6:40.
and
ll involvement in pol
they should be attending
at Matthew 28:19,
3 P r e ~ a r e hem to Give a gregation
meetings regul
was far-reaching indeed.
Witness:
rge those Y U study Rctv. 18:2, ; John 17:16;
iscipleswere instruct- with to share with others what
10:24,25.
to make more discipleswho, ~ ~ a B g : ~ , f i ~ ~ b r ~ ~ t ~ ~ ~
s soon as you believe
turn,
carry
n
with
the
riences to them. Train your Oneof yourBible students
work.
A
fom- children from
an
early a@ to mes to be an unbaptized
be laid forthe final pbicipate in the ministry in lisher, this should be bro
proclamation of the a meaningful way according to t* attention of the pre
news of God's Kingdom
to their ability. (PS. 148:12, 13) ingoverseer.Hewillarrang
the momentous time of
Showbyword and exampleyour two eldersto meet withyou
end,wherewe now our- appre~iation or the ministry. yourBible student to determ
2414. 1
Tim.
1:12.
whether he qualifies as an
4 Jehovah uses onlythosewho baptized publisher of the K
Our
students may
be accept and abide by his righ- dom good news in associa
children r thers w o are teous standards. Of course, with the congregation. It
to
the
with new publishers do not know then be your privilege to br
We genuinely h ant to help
as much as experienced, ded- en the training of your B
ones to accept individu-
icated, and baptized Kingdom student as he accompanies
responsibility to help oth-
ministers, but the new ones in field service.
the
Mostof Your
Time
the
Ministry
There is certainly much to
If
you are assigned to con-
accomplished in our min- duct the meeting for field ser-
and the time left
is
re- vice, begin on time. Keep the
(John 4:35; 1 Cor. 7:29) meeting brief-no n~ore han
good organization
and
ad-
10to 15minutes.BeforeY U dis-
planning, we can make miss the group, make sure that
most of the time we have eachone knows where and with
for the ministry. whom he
is
going to work.
While In the Ministry:
Once
Be Prq.red Before going
the meeting for field service
the meeting for field service,
ends
do not
linger
-we&-
sure that you have the lit-
,
beginmaking
your
way to
you will need
and have
the territory. If you anticipate
presentation well in mind. having
to
eavethe territoryear-
the meeting
is
closedwith
ly,
perhaps you rrange for
go directly into the field. your own transportation so that
allow You and those the rest of the group does not
withyou to accomplish have to leave early. When work-
ing for you to finish a dis
sion. That could involve w
drawingtactfully from a pe
who isargumentativeor arr
ingto callback ononewho
i
terested.-Matt. 10:ll.
When m king return v
you can avoid unnecessary
el by caring for calls in
neighborhood before goin
another. It may be possib
telephone certain individ
to make sure that they wi
home. (Prov. 21:5) If you a
ipate a lengthy visit,
arra
ments can be made for tho
your group to preach nearb
to make another return vis
We are livingin the time
great spiritual harvest. (Ma
37, 38) Soon the work will
Therefore, our desire shoul
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StartingJanuary 14
in advance. Briefly highlight the
41
yeartext for 2008.
minz
~ ~ a lnnouncements.
25 mln: "Bear Thorou h Wit-
from ness to the Good News % (Pars.
Kingdom Ministry. Using the 1-10) To be handled by the ser-
on
page 8
or
oth-
vice overseer. Interview one or
two publishers who auxiliary
presentations approphte for
pioneered
within the lsst year
territory, demonstrate how despite having a full schedule
Offer the
January
Watch r physical infirmities. How were
and
the JanuaTyAwalce
they able to do it? What joys
mln: "Make the Most
Of
Your did they experience? When con-
in the Ministry."* Inter- sidering paragraph 7, outline the
a brother who is exemP1arY schedule for meetings for field
taking out the group for-aeld service during March, April, and
What does he do to p r e May.
to take out the group Wid Song 177
the most of the time spent
the ministrv?
Week StartingJanuary 28
min: "Let Your Utterance Song52
~ l w a y s . Seasoned $y&h 1 mln: Local announcements.
m e n coaidering p q - Remind publishers to turn in
2, read john 4:7-15,3g. ::
field service reports for Janu-
85
ary. Read accounts report and
donation acknowledgments.Au-
StartingJanuary
PB.' dience discussion based on the
215
February 1
Watchtower
and the
min: ~ o c a l nnouncemen&. F @ b m a ~
wake
After giving a
the literature offer for
Overview Of
each
issues
ask
the audience which articles may
and have One
appeal to people in the territo-
demonstrated. Encour- ry and why.
Invite
audience to
everyone to view the video mention specific points in arti-
Health
cles they plan to feature
What
Patient Needs
@stion
could
be
asked
to start
Rights
in
reparation for the a conversation? Which scripture
that
be
at in the article could then be read?
Service MeethZ
the
week
Of
How could the scripture be tied
4.
iri Using the sample presen-
mln:
Are You Using
l3xamin-
tations on page
8,
demonstrate
the S c r i p t ~ ~ e Saily?
Talk how each magazine might be of-
audience discussion based fered.
t h e foreword of Exam in -
2
in: Bear Thorough wit-
the Scriptures Daily-2008.
ness t o t h e ~ o o d ews."*
the value of taking tiI'ne (pars. 11-17) f the special Me-
day to review the Scripture morial invitations are available,
andmm-nents. Invite audi- distribute a copy to everyone in
to comment on their rou- the audience when considering
for considering the text and paragraph 14. Outline local ar-
they have benefited. One or rangements for covering the ter-
comments may be arranged ritory.
1S mln: "Help Bible Studen
Become Publishers of the K
dom Good ~ews ."*
As
time
mits, invite audience to c
ment on the cited scripture
Song 22
Week
StartingFebruary
Song 161
1
mln:
Local announcem
Review Question Box.
1
min: Local needs.
2s
min: "Are You Pu t t in
OE To be handled by a
der. Get right into
a
discussi
the
Patient Needs and Rights
eo with the audience, using
questions that are provide
the article. In conclusion,
the last paragraph and enc
age
ll
to review carefully
cited articles from The W
tower and OurKingdomMin
Explain how each one who
not already done so can us
helpful work sheets in the
vember 2006 Our Kingdom M
try insert to make personal
sions about blood fractions
medical procedures and
transfer his choices to the
card. Those who have alread
ecuted a DPA card
may
to review their previous ch
and,
if
necessary, execute a
card.
Song 4
*
Limit
lntsaductory
c
mwta to W thaa a
mln
and ow
wlth
a
puesth-
answer
discussion.
SEPTEMBERERVICE REP
Au
Number of:
Hrs
s. h
Sp l Pios.
426 101.7 73.3 43.0
Pios.
108 631 67.5 42.0 10.9
Aux P i i
47 562 S0.8 31.1 11.8
Pubs.
888 144 30.1 8.4 3.1
TOTAL
1 044 763
Baptized:
2
of
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BearThoroughWitness to theGoodNewsn
' In a world where good news is
we have the privilege "to bear
witness to the good news
the undeserved kindness of God."
20:24) This includes letting peo-
know that "the last days" will
give way to Jehovah's righteous
world, where "the former things
have passed away." 2 Tim. 3:
Rev. 21:4)
At
that time there
will
no more sickness. (Isa. 33:24) De-
loved ones will come out of
memorial tombs and
reunited with family
friends. (John 5:28,
The whole earth will
made into a beautiful
(Isa. 65:21-23)
is just a sampling
the goodnews we have
share
The months of March,
and
May
will p r e
excellent opportuni-
to declare such good news. Dur-
these months the weather and longer
hours
in
many partsof theworld
favorable for spending more time in
ministry. In addition, the most im-
occasion of the year, the Memo-
will
be observed aroundtheworld
af
sundown on Saturday,March 22. Now
the time
to
begin
making
preparations
increase our activity.
Auxiliary Pioneer:
Could you ar-
your schedule to auxiliary pio-
for one, two, or all three months?
What good news do we have to share?
hy
does the Memorial seasonprovide excel
opportunities to bear witness to the good
What will help us to increase our activity as
L.
Who MayBeIncluded
j
AmongThoseAble
to
Auxiliary Pioneer
Families
Those who work
full time
The elderly
and
infirm
Those in school
hy
not take some time during y
next family study to consider this m
ter? With good cooperation, one
more members of the family may
able to auxiliary pioneer. (Prov.
22)
Make this a matter of prayer, a
see how Jehovah blesses your effo
(Prov. 16:3)Even if no one in the fam
can auxiliary pioneer,
all
family me
bers can set speciflc goals to incre
their share in the ministry whilewo
ing along with those who are able
pioneer.
41f
you have a fu
time job, a good sch
ule may enable you
auxiliary pioneer. P
haps you can use p
of your lunch break
preach. Or you can
tain a personal t
ritory near your ho
or place of employm
and share in the min
try for an hour or so before or a
work. You may be able to make ad
tional time in your schedule by m
ing nonessential activities to anot
month and by spending
ull
days in
ministry on the weekends. Some h
been able to take a day or two of va
tion time to spend in field service.
If
you are elderly or infirm or h
limited energy,you may be able to a
iliary pioneer by spendinga little ti
each day in the ministry. Ask Je
vah to supply you with "power beyo
what is normal."
2
Cor.
43
One sis
4.
How could we schedule our flairs to aux
ry
pioneer if we have a full time job?
5 How might you assist the elderly or infirm
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able to auxiliarypioneer at the age
106 With the assistance of her Chris-
relatives and others in the con-
she preached from house to
made return visits, went on Bi-
studies, and shared in other fea-
of the ministry. She assisted in
Bible studies with ten people.
think about the wonderful privi-
I
had to serve as an auxiliary pio-
she says, "my heart swells with
and appreciation for Jehovah, his
and His lovingorganization.
I
tru-
want to say 'thank you, Jehovah '
61f
you are a baptized youth still
school, you too may
to enroll as an
pioneer. Like
who work full-
you will prob-
utilize primarily
weekends for your
for the min-
Perhaps you can
go out for an hour
so after school on
days. Is there a
holiday that you can use for
in the ministry?
If
you would
to auxiliary pioneer, t lk to your
about it.
Build Enthusiasm
The elders can
much to build the congregation's
by their example. 1 Pet.
3)
They may determine to sched-
additional meetings for field ser-
for those who will be sharing in
ministry early in the morning,after
or after work. The serviceover-
should make sure that
qualWed
are assignedto takethe lead
that there
is
sufficient territory
When Distributing
Memorial Invitations
Be brief; speak with
enthusiasm
Make noteof interest
and call back
Offer magazines
on
the weekends
How s it possible for baptized youths still in
to auxiliary pioneer?
What may the elders do to build enthusiasm
as well as magazines and literature
hand for these months of special ac
ity.
In one congregation, the elders
gan
encouraging auxiliary pioneer
several months in advance. They k
the congregation informed each w
regarding how many publishers w
approved to auxiliarypioneer. This
sured those desiring to increase th
share in the ministry that they wo
have good support. Additional me
ings for field servicewere arranged
the earlymorningand the evening.T
result was that 53 publishers auxi
ry pioneered in April,
most half of the cong
gation
HelpOthers Prea
When new ones a
youths qualify to
gin publishing,theym
be invited to work
field servicewith exp
enced publishers. Su
an opportunity m
come during the Mem
rial
seasonwhen many in the congre
tionw llbe increasingtheir activity.
you have a progressive Bible stud
who has brought his life into harm
ny with Jehovah's righteousstandar
Doyou havewell-behaved childrenw
are making good progress but who
not yet publishers?
If
such ones h
expressed a desire to become unb
tize publishers and you feel that th
qualify,then let one of the elderskno
The presiding overseerw ll arrange
two elders to discuss the matter w
you and your child or student.
8.
What dow learn from the experience of
congregation?
9 hy s
the Memorialseason
an
excellent t
for those who qualify,
to
begin publishing
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lo
The coming months would also be
excellent time for those who have
inactive to resume their activ-
with the congregation. Congrega-
Book Studyoverseersandother el-
should make a concerted effort to
such onesand extendawarm per-
invitation to work with them in
ministry.
If
they have been inactive
a long time, two elders should first
with them to determine if they
11/00 p. 3.
l
Prepare for the Memorial
The
is
the greatest expression of
undeserved kindness of God."
20:24 Millions of appreciative
around the world
w ll
gather
Saturday, March 22, after sundown,
observe the Memorial of Christ's
We want to invite and help all
ones to attend this
im-
occasion that bears witness to
undeserved kindness toward
l2
Make a list of thoseyou want to in-
No doubt your list w l l include rel-
neighbors, acquaintances from
school,past and present Bible
and all others whom you vis-
on a regular basis. If some you in-
have questions about the Memori-
you may find it helpful to use the
article regarding the Lord's
Meal on pages 206-8 of the Bi
Teach book. This may even open
way for a Bible study, since it w ll
you an opportunity to introduce
publication we use to conduct Bi-
studies.
. What
can
the elders do
to
assist those who
inactive?
What is the greatest expression of theun-
kindness of
God?
l3
One sister made a list of 48 fa
lies to invite. As she invited them,
crossed off their names and wrote d
the date she invited them. How ha
she was that
26
people she invited c
to the Memorial
A
brother who ow
store invited an employee who was
merly a priest. The man attended
afterward exclaimed, "I learned m
about the Bible in one hour than I
in the 30 years
I
spent in the Cath
Church." Soon after the Memorial
accepted a study in the Bible T
book.
l4 Campaign
Beginning on Satur
March
1
and continuing to March
2
special invitation to the Memorial
be distributed earth wide.
All
w ll
w
to have a
full
share in this impor
campaign.It is better to give the ho
holder an invitation personally t
to leave one at the door. Howeve
you have a large territory, the el
may determine that invitations can
left discreetly at not-at-homes. On
weekends we
will
also be offering
current magazines.
5 Since we have a limited time
distribute the invitations, it is bes
have a brief presentation. Be frien
and enthusiastic. You might say so
thing like this: "We want to make s
that you, your family members,
your friends are invited to an irnp
tant event being held on March
Here is your invitation. The details
printed on the invitation." The hou
holder may have questions. Or he m
accept the invitation and even exp
that he
w ll
be present. Make note
the interest shown, and arrange to
back.
3
Howdid Jehovah bless the efforts of two
lishers who made it apoint to invite otherst
Memorial?
14.
What earth-wide
campaign
w ll
begi
March I?
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l Last year a soldier found the invi-
to the Memorial at his door. He
to attend but had to get per-
from his sergeant. When he
the invitation to the sergeant,
sergeant became quiet and then
that his parents areWitnesses and
he used to attend meetings with
Not only
did
he give permission
the soldier to attend but the ser-
accompanied him to the Memo-
l
Manifest Appreciation: AS
the
What experience illustrates the value of the
to invite people in the territory to the
How do we demonstrate that we have not
the purpose of God's undeserved kind-
2008 Memorialseason approaches,m
each one of us reflect on the un
served kindness of Jehovah in our
half. The apostle Paul wrote: "We a
entreat you not to accept the un
served kindness of God and miss
purpose." 2 Cor. 6:l) How do we de
onstrate that we have not missed
purpose of God's undeserved kindne
Paul wrote: "But in every way we r
ommend ourselvesas God's ministe
2 Cor. 6:4) Therefore, we demonstr
our appreciation for Jehovah's gif t
our good conduct and zealous prea
ing of the good news. This Memo
seasonwe will have an excellent opp
tunity to increase our activity, bear
thoroughwitness to the good news
You Putting I tOff?
primary ethical principles
good medical care? 12)
W
is it important for Christia
Putting what off? Filling out
have been performed without to make nonblood treatme
DPA (durable power of at-
blood transfusions.
(3)
HOW choices in advance? HOW c
card that is provided
many physicians and surgeons we do this?
baptized Witnesses. Since worldwide have indicated their
Acceptance
of some of t
not know what your life willingness to treat patients
featured In
th
be tomorrow,"
it
is cru- without blood transfusions? video Is
a
matter for
pr m
l that you decide in advance W h y are they willing to do so? vate
in
accord
wi
indicate in writing what
4)
What have recent hospital
one,s
Biblemtrained
and procedures studies revealed about blood
ave you taken
would accept in a medical use? (5) What are the medi-
clear position on which med
(Jas. 4:14; Acts 15: cal risks associatedwith blood
cal
treatments and procedur
29)
To help you, the video transfusions?
(6)
What con-
lternativeHealth
clusion have many experts you are accept f
Fatient Needs
reached regarding the bene- yourself
and yowr F
Rights
has been produced.
Ets of transfusion alterna-
a more
it, and then prayerful- tives?
7)
What causes anemia?
these
see
"Questio
review what you learned How tolerable
is
it in humans? F"Om & adersn in the Jlme
the help of the questions What can be done to cornpen- 2004, and October 15, 2000,
out below.-Note: Because sate for it? 8)
HOW
can red- Sues of
he
Watchtower
a
e video includes brief surgi- cell production be stimulated the insert "HOWDo
I
Vie
scenes, parents should use in a patient's body?
9)
What Blood Fractions and Medic
in viewing the video
techniques are being used to Procedures Involving y Ow
young children. minimize blood loss during Blood?" in the November 20
1)
Why are some in the surgery?
10)
Can transfusion issue of
Our Kingdom Min
community reeval-
alternatives work for young
try.
Your selected health-ca
the use of blood trans- children or for people involved agents and
any
non-Witne
2) Give three exam-
in life-threatening emergen- family members should be fu
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Literature offer for January
o he Watch Congregations
do not have a supply of such
may offer any 192-page
printed on paper that dis
or any book published pri-
to 1991withthe exceptionof Cre-
Mankind's Search fm God,
YoungPeopleAsk.
February
Is
a Creator
Who
Cares About
As an alternative offer, you
use The Semet
of
Family Hap-
March What Does the ible
Teach? Make a diligent ef-
to start Bible studies.
Aprll
WatchtowerandAwake ma@
A specialeffort will be made
visit newly interested ones who
the Memorialor the spe-
public talk but who arenot ac-
associatedwith the congre-
The purpose of such visits
be to start a home Bible
with those who have not yet
one.
Since March has five
full
week-
it would be an excellent
to auxiliary pioneer.
Starting nFebruary,andnolat-
than March 2, the new pub-
talk for circuit ovelseerswill be
CanYou GetHelp inTimes
Distress?"
Congregationsshould make ap-
arrangementsto observe
the Memorial this year on Satur- electronically, a set of inst
day, March 22, after sundown.
Al-
tions is available to explain
though the talk may start earlier, arrangement.For further infor
the passing of the emblemsshould tion, call (718) 560-5000 or wri
not begin until after sundown. Watchtower,Attn: Treasurer's
Check with local sources to deter- fice, 25 Columbia Heights, Bro
minewhensundownoccursinyour lyn NewYork 11201-2483.
area.Eachm-uzregationshouldtry .S. Selective Service r e
its Own
Obser
tions require that all men un
this
may
not the age of
26
who are
1)
citi
ways be possible. Where a number and have reached 18 years of
Of
use
the or (2)noncitizenswho move to
same -gdom perhaps
One
United Statesmust registerwi
or more congregations can Obtain 30days.Fromthetimeaman re
the
of another facilityfor that
tersuntilheturns26,hemust n
evening. Where Possible, we sug- y SelectiveServicewithinten
a minimum Of
40
minutes be of any change of address. Com
tween
the
programs
so that
may
ance with this law is a Christ
fullJ'from some association
obligationto the superior auth
after the Memorial. Consideration
ties.
Elders
should remind tho
should also be given to traffic con- whom this
or
soon
ditions and parking, including the
ply
of
their
duty
to
register.
droppingoff andpicking up of p a -
sengers.The body ofeldersshould Packet of. legal materi
decide what arrangements would available to ~ublfsher
be best locally.
are involved in lawsuits over c
custody and visitation matter
Congregationsecretaries should which our
religion is
under att
me sure
that they have a Thepacket shouldberequeste
wer appointmentletter 5-202) for the body
of
only in a cas
eachremar pioneer inthe conwe- which it is evident
that
the
gation.Iftheydonot,please inform lisher's religious beliefs will b
the branch oftlcein writing.
issue. For those facing secula
Be@nninghe weekofAugust 4, suesonchild custodyorvisita
2008, We will study Live ithJeho- helpful nformationcanbefou
vahJsDay inMindat the COngrega- Awake ofDecember 8,1997,p
tionBook Study.
3-12; inAwake of October 22,1
Fbr
thosewho wish to make do- pages 2-14; and on the chart fo
nations to the worldwide work in Awake of April 22,
1991,
pa
u~srronr
OX
We hope that it will help yo
to grow spiritually and to
better equipped to walk th
What two publications usingthe ible Teachbook
to narrow road leading to life
should be studied with inter- start stmiies. God's righteous new world.
ested ones?
Once the ible Teach book
If
the
student qualifies f
The ible Teach book is has been completed and the baptism before completin
our main tool for starting stud& is
making
progress,
books,
the
study
shou
and conducting Bible stud- the
orship
God book should continue until the secon
ies. While there is no objec- then be studied. (Col. 23 book is finished.men thoug
tion if another publication, Page explains that book's the student is baptized, th
Such
as
an appropriate tract, purpose: "The Bible urges
ll
conductor may count th
is
used to start a study,efforts
who love God to 'grasp men- time, the return visit, an
should be made to switch to
tally . [the] height and the Bible study.
A
publis
the
ible Teach
book as soon depth' of his precious truths. er who accompanies the co
s possible. Exceptional re- (Ephesians 3:18) To that end, ductor
and
participates m
sults have been obtained by
this book has been prepared. also count the time.
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LetYour UtteranceBeAlways..
SeasonedWith Salt
"Let your utterance be al- es a wrong viewpoint, our re
with graciousness, sea- ply need not challengehim.
Is
with salt, so as to know there something in his com-
you ought to give an
an-
ment that
we
canagreewithor
t
each one." (Col. 4:6) useas a basis forgenuinecom-
our utterances with mendation? Perhaps we could
means choosing m-rect introduce a scripture by say-
and speaking in a man- ing, "Haveyou ever considered
that
will
make our com- this as a possibility?"
palatable to the hearer.
4
t i the householder s
so while sharing in the abusive or it s apparent that
very important-
he just wants
t
argue? We
Jesus' Example:
While should continue to demon-
Ilear a well, Jf?stSook strate gentleness and mild-
initiative
to
speak to a in
ur
bearing and words.
woman who ap- (2
~ i ~ ~ .:24
25) ~ the hdi-
t get water. Several vidual does not appreciate the
during the conversation, ~ i ~ ~ d ~ ~e- it is best
raised points reflectingthe
to
ourselves tactffilly.
feud between Matt. 7:6; 10:11-14.
and the
Samaritans' Good ~ s u ~ t s :hen a sis-
als'
expressed
her belief ter tried to witness to her
the
descend-
neighbor, the woman erupt-
from Jacob, though the
felt strongly that
mar-
ed angrily, using profanity.
descended from foreign-
In
a
kind
manner,
Our
sister
Rather than taking mcep- Said: "I'm s rry you feel that
to her comments, Jesus ww lease, have a good
the conversationpositive.
later,
the
a result, he was able to give kWcked on the sister's door,
witness that benefited her apologfzed for her conduct,
the men of the city.-John and expressed a m g n e s s o
listen to what the sister had to
3
we preach
w
should Sw A graciousreply oftengeb
in mind
our
objective-to good results -ROV. 15~1;5~15.
good news of good Endeavor to me S~?asoned
(Rom. 10:15) We want speech when declaring the
share with the household- good news. Even if the house-
an appealing and upbuild- holder is unreceptive, he may
thought from the Bible, be more willing to listen the
give
him
the impression next time Jehovah's Witnesses
we are attacking his per- call at his door.
beliefs. If he express-
4. What should we do
if
the
What does it mean
t 'season
householder
s
abusive?
utterances with salt'?
5.
How
did
one sister experience
How
was
Jesus able
to
witness good results from replying with
a amari tanwoman? graciousness?
What to SayAbo
the Magazines
m~~&~4Z 7EJh Jan
"Would you agree w
what is said here? [R
James 3:2.]Thisarticleg
some practical suggest
from the Bible to help u
avoid hurting
family
m
bers with our speech."
ture the article that be
on page
10.
Jan.
"Every marriage has c
lenges. Where do you th
couples can go for reli
advice? [Allow for respon
Note this practical di
tion. [Read Ephesians 5
25.1 This article exp
what it means for a wi
be in subjection to her
band." Feature the ar
that begins on page 28.
-W mJyg@
Feb
"With
all
the problems
have today, do you thin
is possible to obtain
peace of mind? [Allow fo
sponse.] Considering the
ble's hope for the future
helped
many.
mead on
the quoted or cited sc
tures found in the ar
you
will
feature.]Thism
azine shows what the B
says about where
we
c
&om, the purpose of
and what the future ho
eb.
"Because of the ups
in crime, many people
insecure. Do you think
things will ever impr
[Allow for response.] N
an
interesting Bible pro
cy. [Read Psalm 37:lO.l
magazine discusses the
derlying cause of crime
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MEETING HEDULE
Week Starting March
Song223
Starting February 11 Week Starting February 18
10 mln:
Local announcem
168 Song 17
Review main points from the
min: Local announcements. 10 min: Local announcements.
"Memorial Reminders."
the suggestions on page 8 Selected Announcements from
20
Can
You
Start a
other presentations appropri- OurKingdomMinistry.
Study in March? Audience
for your territory, demon-
10
min:
Local needs. cussion. During March we
offer the Bible Teach book
how OEer
the
25 Inin:
"ATestimonyt Faith "" the goal of Bible s
and the February
TO e
handledby the s H T ~ c ~ver- ies. Review some
of
the bo
Seer. &nclude with a positive re- outstanding features. Dis
min: Can YOU Serve Where view of what the congregdtionhas how it may be presented w
Need Is Gtreater? Talk and acoomplished during the past ser- returning to visit someone
discussion based on vice year
showed interest at the tim
July 15, 2003, Watchtower,
Song
194
left him a Memorial invita
20. Include comments on
when returning on a maga
Organized book, page 111,
Week Startlng February
25
placement, and when offer
1, to Page 112, para- Song81 in the door-to4oor ministr
1
Briefly interview
ny
4 0 in: o c a l nnouncements.
ter March 22. (See
m
8/07
have moved where the need Remind publishers to turn in
m
3/06 p. 1, par.
; kV
greater. What challenges did
field
service reports forFebruary. PP. 3-6.) Have One Or two Pre
encounter, and how did they Read accounts report and dona- tations demonstrated.
them?
What
tion a&nowledgments. Demon- 15
min:
Use the BibleWhen
they enjoy?
strate how
to
use the Memorial swering Questions. Talk
mln: Help New Ones to invitationto invite a familymem- audience discussion based
as Ministers. Follow- ber or a neighbor.
the Ministry School book,
an introduction of less than
20
in: Remembering
the es 143-4. Include a brief d
minute,conduct a question- Ransom with ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ i ~ t i ~ ~ . "nstration of a publisher
discussion of the ime permits, invite audience ing asked a question ~omm
1, 2005,
Watchtower,
to comment on the cited scrip heard in the local territory
31, using the study ques- tures.
then using the Bible
to
giv
answer.
that are provided-
Af
15
mh
Prepare to Offer the
Song 145
discussing paragraph 18, Current Magazines. Audience
a
showing discussion. After
giving
a brief Limit introductory c
raising an ob- overview of the March 1 Watch- ments to less than a min
a new pubusher
tow r and the March Awake and follow with a question-
working with an experienced
ask the audience which arti- answer discussion.
The new publisher's ciesmay appeal to people in the
is not effective,and the territory and why. Invite audi-
ends the conversa- ence to mention specific points
After leaving the door, the in art;fcles they plan to featwe.
Pubusher warm& What question could be asked
the newer one for to start a conversation? Which
effort
and then shows him scripture in the article could
he might use theReasoning then be read? Using the sugges-
to reply to that potential tions, demonstrate how to offer
stopper in the
fu
he March
1
Watchtowerand the
March Awake
50 Song 119
OCTOBER SERVICE REPO
At Av
Number of tirs. s. R
PiOs, 425 lo4.0 68.9 41.7
pros. 110 681 67.9 40.4 20.4
Aux,pios
38 2w
31a
12.6
pubs. 899 266 9.8 8.0 8.5
TOTAL
1 048 592
Baptrzed:
2
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2007
SERVICEYEAR REPORT OFJEHOVAH S WITNESSES WORLDWIDE
2 7
Ratio
2 7
nc
UX16 2 7
Av. Aux
Av.
Peak
Pub- Av.
ver
Av. No.
a
Pia
No of
Country
or Territory Population Pubs lisherto Pubs 2 6
Puhr Bptzd.
Pub
Pubs
COW.
Av.
.notar Bible.
I W f s S t u d k d n a c
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Ratio
Xn Inc UM6
UX 7 Av. Aux. Av. Av.
Mem
Peak 1 Pub
Av.
Over
Av.
No. H a Pio. No. of Total B i l e
Att
Coun or erritory
w o n
P u b Usher to Pubs.
UX 6
Pubs
Bptzd.
Pubs. Pubs. Congs Hours
Studies
da
-& t;R-d:
Denmark
Dominica
Dominican Rep.
East
Timor
Ecuador
El
Sa1vada
Equatorial
Guinea
Estonia
Ethiopia
Faeroe lslands
Falkiand Islands
Fiji
Finland
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2007 Rarto, 2a 7
%
w U106 2007
Av. Am. Av. Av.
Peak 1 Pub- Av. ver Av. Na Pio, Pro. N a o f Total B i l e
CountrvorTerrirory
Population
Puba
lisherto Pubs UM6 Pubg
B .
Pubs
Pubs € ags.
Hours
udh
d
Malawi 12,767,761
Malays~a
28,000,000
Mali 11,995,402
Malta
404,039
Marshall Islands
73,434
Marr~nlque 399,000
auritius 1,219,220
Mayom
Mexico
105,338,769
Moldova 4,121,700
Mongolia 2,951,786
Montenegro
620,145
Mmmrrst
3,000
-@ ambique ; 20,363,383
yanmar 51,000,000
Namib~a 2,027.870
Nauru 10,MX)
Nepal 28,901,790
Netherlands
16.372.715
Nevis
New Caledonia
Pakistan
Palau
Panama 3,339,781
12,354 270
11,813 4 11,406 498 572 1,162
245 2,625';039
15,682
Papua New Guinea
6,286,873
3,613
1,740
3,462 9 3,187 185 195
277
55
735,938
4,008
6,588,079 8,212 802
8,098 4 7,803
498 353 975
140 1,890,925 9,216
Peru 27,621,264
101.703 272 93,300
3 90,212 5,942
5,536
20,242 1,084 29,316,608
148,881
Philippin,
87,&,000 155,286
56
152,290 4 147,122 9,544 6,%9 20,674 3 136
q
Pohnpe~ 35,000 89 393
3
12 74
5
Poland 38,125,479
128.235
787 126,967
0 126,821
3,811 4,666 5,82;
A ;,:
Portugal 10,120,177 48,878
207 48,093
1 47,551
1,441 2,171 2,434
Puerto Rico
3,944,259 24,976
158 24,7&3 2 q ,3 &5
951 2,234 lp
?do-
785 00
2,729 288 W60
2
155 107
*
35 -
Rodriguer
37,230 37
1,006 33 10 30
1
4 1
Rornan~q
21,565,100 38,544 559 38,230 1 37,956 1,353 1.294 2,600 544 6,338,219 19,362
Rota
2,899 10
290 8
-20 10
1
3 1 4,192 22
Russia 143,221,000
150,056
954 146,377
4 140,244
9,121 10,998
19,847 1,663 39,615,248 118,606
Rwanda 9,290,911 14,597 636 13,939 8 12,935 1,242 1.075 2,293 316 5,332.870 32,135
Saba
1
m
11 145 7 17 6 1 3 1 2,364 20
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Peak
Population Pubs.
Ratio, 2007 Inc.
1
Pub-
Av. Over
liiher to Pubs. 2 6
120 16 4
2006
Av. Av.
Av. Pio. No.
of
Total Bible
Pubs Pubs. Congg Hours Studies
Me
A
duntry or I
Eustatius
SL Helena
St. Kitts
SC Lucia
St. Maarten
SL Plerre Mquelon
St. Vincent
OYY
422;
s p a n
amoa
San Marino
S o Tome Principe
Senegal
Serbia
Seychelles
Sierra Leone
Slovakia
Slovenia
Solomon lslanns
South Afr~ca
Spain
Sri Lanka
Sudan
Surname
Swaziland
Sweden
Switzerland
Tahiti
Taiwan
Tonga
Tnnidad Tobag
T ~ r k e y
Turks Caicos
Tuvalu
Uganda
Ukraine
U.S. of America
Uruguay
Vanuatu
Venezuela
Virgin Isls. (Brit.)
Virgin Isls. (U.S.)
Wallis Futuna
Is
Yap
Zambia
Zimbabwe
30Other Lands 15,970
G r a d
Tvtal 236 Lands 6,957,854
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O R L D ~ E :
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,
19,013
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298
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maton in caring for specla1
pioneers
mwomries, adnavel ing overseers in then held servlce
assignments.
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2008 For UnitedStatesof America
km 8
03-E Us Vol 51 N
CanGive
t
Jehovah
our burden upon ~ehovah' -
55:22; Phil. 46, 7.
Did you know tha t humans schedule in order to auxiliary
able
to
give something to pioneer one or more months a
sacrificed some of
year
Maybe
we
could lengthen
precious livestock to Jeh* the time we usually spend in the
and Noah and Job made ministry. Staying out an extra
Offerings. (Gen. 44; 8: 30 minutes each week would in-
1:5) Of course, such of-
,,,,
ministry by at least
did not enrich the Cre- two month
in
w
Since he
al- 3
Energy:
Having energy to
possesses everything.But
did demonstrate
use in the ministry requires that
deep love thos faithful men we avoid recreation and em-
for God, Today, we can use ployment that leave us so tired
time, energy, and resources that we
-0t
give Jehovah our
giving Jehovah "a sacrmce of best. We also need to put aside
13:15. anxieties that could make our
Time:
How commendable it heart ''bow down," robbing us
to 'buy outf time from less of energy that we could use in
things to share more servingGod. (Prov. 12:25) Even
if
in the ministry (Eph. 5:15, we have a legitimate concern,
Perhaps
we
could adjust our how much better it
is to
'throw
One
Another
Up
While
the Ministry
All of us appreciate receiv- we recently heard at the King-
an encouraging "word spo- dom Hall.
a t the right time." (Prov. 25:
We may feel disheartened
When we work with others in when a householder raises an
ministry, how can
we
make objection that we are unable to
that our mnversation re- overcome.I t would be beneflcial
in encouragement? for us to take a few minutes
af
Upbullding Conversation:
ter leaving the door to consider
upbuilding i t is to include with our partner how such a sit-
matters in our con- uation might be handled in the
while engaging in the future, perhaps by consulting
work (Ps. 37:30) We the easoning book. And if we
talk about our presenta- appreciated something about
relate encouraging fleld our partner's presentation, a
experiences we recently word of sincere commendation
(Acts 15:3)Did we glean would provide welcome encour-
interesting point from our agement.
Take the Initiative:
Are
magazines, or a congrega- there some in our book study
Resour~8s:
We can also
of our material resources to
port the preaching work.
encouraged fellow Christian
"set something asiden regu
so as to have something to
to those
in
need.
1
Cor. 16
In
a similar way, we may be
to set aside funds to donat
local congregation needs as
as for the worldwide work
hovah appreciates what we
from the heart, even
if
it is ju
little.-Luke 21:l-4.
Jehovah has given us m
(Jas. 1:17) We show our ap
ciation by giving generous
our time, energy, and othe
sources to serve him. Our
ing so pleases Jehovah, "for
loves a cheerful giver."-2
9:7.
personal invitation to accom
ny
us in the ministry may re
in
"an
interchange of enc
agement." (Rom. 1:12) Reg
and auxiliary pioneers app
ate having others to work w
especially in the early m
ing or late afternoon, when
er publishers may be sha
in the ministry. We can
port the pioneers by ma
ourselves available. Is ther
iMrm publisher whose he
limits what he is able to
in the ministry? Arranging
such a one to accompany
perhaps on a Bible study,
be beneficial.-Prov. 27:17.
Commendation and exp
sions of appreciation are alw
encouraging,even in small
ters. We should have tha
mind when working with ot
in the ministry, since we wa
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Starting March
1
ng 131
min: Local announcements.
ing the suggestions on page 4
and the March
along with the Memorial
min: Why Meet Together?
the ay
15,2007,
Watch-
pages 11-13. Invite audi-
fited them and how they
e overcome obstacles in order
attend meetings regularly.
min:
We Can Give to J ehe
As time permits, invite
ence to comment on the cit-
Starting March 17
min:
Local announcements.
Watchtowerand the April
to the Service Meeting
discuss appropriate presenta-
fromOur
Ministry.
min: Question Box. To be
ss entire article.
min: How May We Assist
Attenders? When
ring paragraph 5, briefly
y be started with avisitor who
ed the Memorial.
214
Starting March
24
min:
Local announcements.
15
min:
Building One AI
Up While in the Ministryni
Read accounts report and
dona-
Song 122
tion acknowledgments.
Week Starting April
7
15
mln: Prepare to Offer the
Current Magazines. Audience
Song 186
discussion. After giving a brief 10
min:
Local announcem
overview of the April Watch-
20
mln: Why Put Off Ge
tower
and the April
Awake
ask Baptized?Talk by an elderb
the audiencewhich articles may on the July 1, 2006, Watchto
appeal to people in the tenit* pages 29-30, paragraphs 1
ry and whY. Invite audience Include a brief interview of
mention specfic points in arti- or two publishers who were
cles
they plan
What tized as teenagers. What m
question could be asked to
them to take this important
a conversation? Which scrip-
ture in the article could then at oung age? ow did
be read? Using presentations baptism help them develop
suggested for the local territo- itual maturity,which is a pr
ry, demonstrate how to oBer the tion?
April Watchtowerand theApril
15
min: Have You Tried the
Awake
rect Approach? Talk and
20
min:
We Bring Good News dience discussion based on
of Something Better. Follow- January 2002 Our Kingdom
ing an introduction of less than istry insert, page 6. Discus
one minute, n elder gives a sample presentations and
talk based on the July 1, 2005, they
m y
be modified to st
Watchtower, pages 18-19, para- Bible study in the Bible T
graphs
Invite the au-
book.Thenhave oneor two
dience to comment on how the onstrations. Encourage audi
Kingdom message gave them
comfortand hopewhenthey first to try at least Once during
heard it.
next week to start a Bible s
Song
29
inthe
Bible Teach
book usin
direct approach.
Week Starting March
31
song
25
Song37
l o
min:
Local announcements. *
tfimlt
~ n ~ r o d ~ c
Remind publishers to turn in Im @
@ leaup blI t W
field service reports for March. and fim W - L
20
min:
Make Good Use of the ~ ~~
2008
Yearbook.
Talk and audi-
ence discussion.Discuss A Let-
ter From the Governing Body,
on pages 3-5. Have two or three
Hrs. Mags. k
in the audience relate an expe-
rience from the Yearbook that
has
been especial1y encouraging P i lIO, SO2 04.5 38.7 19.6
to them. Arrange in advance for
one or two publishers to cam-
ment on how they scheduletheir
personal reading of the Year-
Au xP i o s 32,831 49.3 32.9 12.4
Pubs.
~01,220 9.8 8.0 3.5
book. Conclude by encouraging
ll
to read the entire book.
,,048,980
Baptized:
3
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Literature offer for March
What
the ible
Really Teach? Make
effort to start Bible studies.
and May The Watchtower and
magazines. A special effort
be made
to
visit newly interest-
oneswho attendedthe Memorialor
special public talk but who are
actively associated with the con-
The purpose of such visits
be to start a home Bible study
those who have not yet accepted
June W M oes the
ible Really
Make a dillgent effort to start
studies.
Congregations should release the
issues of
The
Watchtower and
as soon
as
they are received.
will
allow publishers to become
with the contents before of-
he magazinesin fleldservice.
Someone designated by the presid-
ing overseer should audit the con-
gregation's accounts for the months
of December, January, and February.
The same person should not be used
for consecutiveaudits.When the audit
is complete,an announcementshould
be made
to
the congregation after
the next accounts reportis read.--See
I n s t r u c t i m or CongregationAccount-
ing
(S-27).
Thetheme for the 2008districtcon-
ventions is Guided by God's Spirit.
The April issue of Our Kingdom Min-
i s t y will furnish helpful detailed in-
formation for finalizing your personal
plans for attending all sessions of
this three-day convention.If you need
to request time off fromyour employ-
ment in order to be present all three
days,do not hesitate to doso
Immediately after the Memorial,
the total attendance and number of
partakers should be submitted
to
the
branch oface
using
the jw.org
site.
If
this is not possible, a l
maybe sent.Whenmultiplecong
tions meet together, only one con
gationshould submit the total a
danceflgure.
It
is
important that group
20 or more planning
to
visit theU
ed States branch omce faciliti
Brooklyn,Patterson,andWallkil
correspond by mail with the Ce
Tour Desk at 100 Watchtower D
Patterson, Y 12563-9204. You
also use the following fax num
(845)306-0200. At least two week
or tovisiting, please send inform
on the number coming and the d
and times for visiting each loca
Lodging information may be obta
lm
the congregation
secretary
foreyour visit, please reviewthe Q
tion Box in this issue of OurKing
Ministry
regarding proper dress
groomingwhenvisitingBethelho
QUESTIONOX
headquarters facilities
in
New
worship of Jehovah. Howev
York as well as the branches it has been noted that wh
around the world. visiting facilities used for J
w
meOf lotbing
In discussing the iplpor- hovah's service, a few brothe
when Hsieing tance of proper dress ;and andsisters tend to be extrem
used
for
Jehovah s
grooming, rganized
to a o
Je casual, sloppy, or revea
hovah s
ill comments on ing in their dress. Such atti
Around the world, Kingdom the need for physical
qJeah is
not appropriate for Chr
Assembly H W , Beth- ness, modest dress, and :@od tians at
any
time. In this ma
homes, and branch facili- eooming when we engage
in
ter,
as
in
all
other aspects
stand out as places dedi-
the field ministry and attend our Christian life, we desire
to Jehovah's service. Christian meetings. Then, on
maintain the high standar
are modest, clean, and page 138,paragraph 3, it states:
that distinguish God's pe
reflecting dig-
"Remember, the name Bethel ple from the world, doing
in appearance. The con-
means 'House of God.' There- things for God's glory.-Rom
with what is often seen fore, our dress, grooming, and
12:2; Cor. 10:31.
Satan's system of things
is
conduct should be sirrrilar to
So when visiting the hea
indeed. Those who visit
what isexpectedof us whenat- quarters and branch in Ne
used for Jehovah's ser- tending meetings for worship
York State or other branch f
also be recognized
at the Kingdom Hall. This cilities, whether on a plann
belonging to Jehovah, ones high standard should be ob- visit or while on vacation
are doing his will.
served by Kingdom publishers tourist areas, ask yourse
As Christians, we "recom-
visiting Bethel from the local 'Does
my
dress and groomi
ourselves as God's min- area
as
well
as
hose frommore
reflect the modesty, the clea
in every way, including distant places. In this way, the
liness, and the dignity of t
appropriate,well-arranged visitordemonstratesappropri-
place I will be visiting?Does
and grooming. 2 Cor.
6:
ate appreciation and respect. reflect well on the God th
4) We are also expected to -Ps.
292.
I worship? Would others
proper decorum. At Our clothing should identi-
distracted or offended by
m
ll
times our dressand groom- fy us as those "professing to
appearance?' By our dre
should reflect the decency reverence God." (1
Tim.
2:lO)
and grooming, may we alwa
digni ty
that befit servants Appropriatedress and groom- "adorntheteachingof our Sa
f Jehovah God. This is espe- inghave apositiveinfluenceon ior, God, in all things9' -Titu
true when visiting the the way others view the true 2:lO.
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What to Say Abo
Memorial~ttender~s?:
, . the Magazine
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A LA.
On March 22, 2008, millions ent may be acquaintances or
people around the world family members whom we per-
receive a powerful wit- sonally invited. Others may
Every day we hear a
havereceivedaninvitationdur- suffering, disease,
will hear about Jehovah's ing the specialcampaign.
If
you death. Do you wond
love in providinga ransom see individuals you do not rec-
We ever be saved
mankind. (John 3:16) They ognize, take the initiative to in-
Of this?
fo
sponse ] This Bible v
learn about the Kingdom troduce yourself and welcome
has
millions h
how Jehovah will use it to them. ~t may be that they have
[Read
John
3:16.]
his will for all the not attended one of our meet-
sus, Death Can save
(Matt. 6:9, 10) They will ings before. In your conversa-
the subject of this m
firsthand the love
nd
mi- tion you may be able to find out
zine.
of God's People and experi- how to contact them. By a per-
Our Warm hospitality.-Ps. sonal visit or a brief telephone
Mar.
call a few days after the Memo-
Do You think tha
Bible Students:
Some in at- rial, you could try to cultivate
perstitions are harmles
willbe those who have further interest and offera Bi-
fo
started studying the Bi- ble study.
sponse.] The Bible m
this interesting comm
us Introduce them to
The iIlf0XIlati0n in the Me-
[Read Isaiah 65:ll.l
brothers and sisters. EX-
morial talk can be used
as
a
article discusses wh
the
and
basis for introducing the
ible
superstition is compa
them a
brief tour
Of
the
Teachbookon a returnvisit.For
with Bible teaching.
Hall.
During the talk, example, the Memorial speaker
ture the article that b
speakerwill encourage such will read Isaiah 65:21-23. On the
0 page 10.
to continue making spiri- return visit,
you
might mention
progras. You can use his the t a nd say, ~ e t e show
T H L v
p
as
a
you other blessings the ransom
Wouldn't you like t
your students.
makes possible. Then consid-
this prophecy come
Inactive:
Some attending er pages 4-5 of the
ible Teach
[Read Isaiah 2:4. The
be inactivepublishers. Take book. Or you could say, Many
low for response.]
initiative to greet them wonder when we will experi- that God will interve
Avoid asking person-
ence
the mlment of Isaiah's
man's affairs and 'set
questions or making state- prophecy. Then consider para-
ters straight.' The B
indicatesthat God will
that may cause em- graphs 1-3in chapter 9.Another
a war called Armage
after
the
option is simply to refer to the
that will end d l wars.
the eldersshouldvis-
Memorial
speaker,s comments, magazine explains whawinactive
Ones
who
introducethe ible Teach book,
mageddon is and wh
Ommend them for
their
and demonstrate the study.
to attend,and warmly in-
should look forward to
them to the next congrega-
Mayeachof us be alert to op-
portunities to assist Bible stu-
e pr.
meeting.
Do you think tha
Visltors: Someof those pres-
dents, inactive publishers, and
maybe living in the tim
visitors who will be in atten-
riod described here? [
.
What powerful witness will be dance. (Luke22:19)
Jehovah
2 Timothy 3:l-4. Then
on March 22,2008? surelybless increasedactiv- for response.] There is
How may we assist Bible stu- ity in our Kingdom service.
reason to be keenly i
who are present?
ested in the last day
What can be doneto encourage
5
What might we say to start a cause their occurrence
publishers who are in at- Bible study?
cates that good thing
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A ServiceMeeting will
scheduled in Our King-
Ministry for each week
the summer months.
may make ad-
as needed to allow
attending the Guided by
Spirit DistrictConven-
Where appropriate, use
minutes on the last Ser-
Meeting before attend-
the convention to repeat
and reminders from
month's insert that ap-
locally.
A
month or two
your convention,set
15 to
2
minutes on a
Meeting (perhaps us-
a local needs portion) for
review of points from the
that the publish-
have found to be helpful in
ministry.Theserviceover-
should handle the review.
the audience to com-
onhowthey areapplying
to apply that inforrna-
in their ministry.
Starting April 14
183
min: Local announce:
Selected Announce-
from
OurKingdom Min-
Usingthe suggestionson
8 or other presentations
for your territory,
how to offer the
1 Watchtower and the
Awake
min: Show Yourselves
As time permits,
audience to comment
the cited scriptures.
min: Comfort the Mourn-
Ones. * Inviteaudienceto
outstanding experienc-
they have had giving com-
fort to someone who lost a
loved one in death.
Song
42
Week Startlng April 21
Song 171
1
min:
Local announce-
ments. Read accounts re-
port and donation acknowl-
edgments. Remind audience
to bring the May
Watch-
tower and the May Awake to
theServiceMeetingnext week
and to be prepared to discuss
appropriate presentations for
the local territory.
1
min:
Local needs.
25 min:
An Occasion to Eat
Spiritually and ~ejoice. To
be handled by the congrega-
tion secretary. Mention the
convention to which the con-
gregation is assigned. Review
the box District Convention
Reminders.
Song 197
Week Starting April 28
Song 55
1s min:
Local announce-
ments. Remind publishers to
turn infieldservicereports for
April. Using the May 1
Watch-
tower and theMayAwake give
a brief overview of each issue
and ask the audience which
articles may appeal best to
people in the territory and
why. Invite audience to sug-
gest presentationsusing arti-
clesthey plan to feature.What
question could be asked to
start a conversation? Which
scripture in the article could
then be read? How could the
scripture be tied in? Using a
presehtationsuggestedby the
audience or sample presenta-
tions from
Our Kingdom
istry,
demonstrate how
magazinemight be offer
1 min:
Question Box. A
ence discussion.
2 min:
Follow His S
~losely. As time per
invite audience to com
on the cited scriptures.
Song 65
Week Starting May
5
Song 217
1 min:
Local annou
ments.
15 min:
Jehovah Will B
Means Leave You. Enco
ing talk based on the O
ber 15,2005,
Watchtower
es 8-11.
2
min:
Be a Progre
~inister. When cons
ingparagraph 3, include
ments on the
Ministry S
book, pages 6-8, unde
subheading How to Be
to the Full.
Song 11
Limit introductory
ments to less than a mi
and follow with a ques
and-answer discussion.
Av. Av. AM
Number of: Hrs. Mags.
UnitedStates
Sp l Pim 427 106.5 65.1 43.2
Pios. 111,332 62.5 35.6 19.1
Aux.Pios.
40,874 48.6 30.2 11.5
Pubs. 906,189 9.6 7.7 3.5
TOTAL 1,058,802 Baptized:
Bermuda
Pios. 67
Aux.P~os. 15
Pubs. 362
TOTAL 444
Turks Caioos
Sp l Pios. 1
Pios. 20
Aux.Pios. 10
Pubs. 139
TOTAL 170
72.0 26.0 22.0
63.1 35.0 28.9
50.5 25.3 15.4
12.8 7.6 4.6
Bapt
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66Follow
isSteps Closelyvv
Jesus was not educated in the rabbinic from the Biblewhenever possible. We want
yet he was history's greatest Minister. householder to see that we are not expr
a written record ofJesus' mini st^ ing personal opinions but adhering to G
been preserved for our benefit.
In
order for thoughts.
to be effectiveministers,we must followhis
Reach
the in Your Teaching:
closely. -1 Pet.
2:21.
has another man spoken like this. (Joh
Demonstrate Lovefor People: Lovingcon-
46) So said the officersabout Jesus when
forpeoplemotivated Jesus. (Mark630-34)
chief priests and pharisees asked why the
in our
are
in
pain and in
great
ficers failed to arrest him. Rather than s
of the truth. (Rom.8:22)Our reflecting on
ply conveying facts, Jesus taught in a
dire situation and on Jehovah's loving in-
that reached the hearts of
those he
instruc
in them
will
motivate us to persist in
2
Pet. 3:9)Furthermore,peoplewill
(Luke 24:32) He used true-to-life illustrat
readily respond to our message if they
t breathe life into his words. (Matt. 13:34
that we genuinely care about them.
SUS
did not overwhelm his listeners with
Speak at Every Opportunity: Jesus took
much information.(John 16:12)He drew at
of
every opportunity
to
share the tion
t
Jehovah rather than to himself. Like
news with others. (Matt. 4:23; 9:9; John sus, we can b f ~ o m eood teachers only
Similarly, we want to be prepared to P@W ' ~ ~ n s t a n tttention to our teachi
about the truth
as
we go about our
dai- 1
Tim.4:16
routine. Some keep a Bible and literature
Persist Despite Apathy and Opposit
so that they may witness at work, at Though Jesus performed powerful wo
when traveling and shopping, and so many did not listen to him. (Luke 10:13)E
membersof Jesus' own family felt that he
FOCUSn the Kingdom: The good news of gone out of his mind. (Mark 3:21) None
Kingdom Was the tAeme of JCSus' preach- less, Jesus persisted. He maintained a posi
(Luke 4:43) Although our presentation attitudebecause hewas totally convinced
immediately Or directly the hehad the truth that could set men free. (J
we keep in mind helping the house-
832)
W i t h
Jehovah's help, we too are de
seethe need for it.Evenwhen mention-
mined
not
to
give
up.-2
4:1.
bad world conditions that indicatethat we
in the astdays,we primarily declare
Make Needed Sacrifices to Have a
news of good things. -Rom. 10:15.
Share: Jesus sacrificed material comforts
on God s
Word: Throughout
Jesus, the ministry.(Matt,8:20)He preached tirel
he relied on the Scriptures.Hetaught
sollletimes late into the day. (Mark 6:35
of his own originality. (John 7:16, 18)
knew that he had a limited amoun
fed on ~ o d $ord and applied
it
to himself
tim? to accomplish the work. Since the t
under satanic attack. (Matt.
4:l-4)
In or- left
is
reduced, we too need to make perso
for us to teach others effectively, we must sacrificesof our time, energy, and resource
the Bible daily and make personal ap- imitationof Jesus.-1 Cor. 7:29-31.
Ram.
2:21) When answering Clues-
First-century Christians were effec
in the ministry,We should cite Scriptur-
ministers because they learned from Je
backing for what we say and read directly
( ~ c t s:13) We too can fully accomplish
How may we become effectiveministers?
ministry if we imitatehistory's greatestM
What
will
help
us
to cultivate Christlike love for ter.-2 Tim.
4:5.
Onwhat occasionsdid Jesus preach to others?
6
What
did
Jesus do to reach the hearts of his
Howmaywemake the Kingdomthe theme of our teners?
7. Why
did Jesus persist in the ministry?
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District Convention Reminders
ProgramTimes:
The program will begin at
brought to the convention site. Howe
a.m.
all
three days. The doors will open child-safety seats that can be secured
t 8:00 a.m. When the introductory music be- seat next to the parents are acceptable.
all
of us should take our seats so that
Fragrances: Most conventions t
P ro B 'm can begin in a dignified minner.
place in enclosed areas where we depend
Proflam will ~onclude t 455 P.m. on Fri- mechanicalventilation. Therefore, it woul
and Saturday and at 4:00 P.m. on Sunday.
a kindness for us to limit the use of str
arking: At all convention sites where We
fragrances, colognes, and perfumes that
secured control of the parking facilities,
cause reactions in those who s m e r from
spaces will be ~ ~ a d evailable a t no charge
spiratory or related problems.-1 Cor. 10:
a first-come, first-served basis. Conven-
Follow Up
Forms:
A leme ~
cards will serve as identification (5-43)
form
should be used to provide in
parking. Only those disabled persons who mation regarding anywho show interest
a state-approved disabled license plate
result of our informal
witnessing
during
be allowed to
park
In
the
area convention. Publishers should bring on
for the disabled.
two follow-up forms to the convention. C
Seat Saving: Seats may be
saved
only for
pleted forms may be submitted to the B
traveling with you in the same vehicle
oom
for
handling
or to
your
r living with you in the same home.
secretary upon your return.-See the Fe
Noon Meal: Please bring a lunch rather
ary 2005 ur ingdom
p,
6.
leave the
convention site to obtain a
Restaurants: Honor
Jehovms nam
during the rmon break. A fanall o l e r
your fine
at resthurants. In
m
can be placed under your seat may be
Large family-size picnic coolers, glass
places, it is customary to leave a 15to 20
and alcoholic beverages are not
cent
tip, depending
On the
service.
in the convention facility.
D
Hotels:
(1) Please do not reserve m
Donations: We can show appreciation for
than
be
needed, and
convention arrangements by making vol-
not have more
people
stay in your
ro
contributions to the worldwide work than
what
is allowed.
2)
f you must
t our Kingdom Hall or a t the convention. YOU' reservation, notify the hotel immedi
ny checks contributed at the convention ly. 3) Take a luggage cart only
when
You
be made payable to Watch Tower. ready to use it, and return it immedia
. ccidents and Emergencies:Emergency-
SO
that others may use it. (4) Do not c
services have complained that they in rooms where cooking is not permit
many cell-phone calls over minor mat- (5) Lkave a tip for the housekeeper each
If
a medical emergency arises at the con- (6) Do not abuse any complimentary br
site, please contact a nearby atten- fast, coffee, or ice provisions that are m
who will immediately notify First Aid so available for guests to use while they ar
our qualified first-aid personnel on-site the hotel.
(7)
Display the fruitage of the s
assess the seriousness of the situation i t in dealing with the hotel staff a t
all
tim
render assistance. If it is necessary, our 8)
The room rate shown on the Recomme
personnel will call 911.
ed Lodging List is the
full
price per day
Hearing Impaired:
The program will be
cluding tax. If you are overcharged or b
in the auditorium on an F M radio for things you did not request or use, re
To make use of this provision, you
these charges and inform the Rooming
need to bring a small battery-operated partment at the convention as soon as po
M receiver along with earphones. ble.
(9)
If a problem arises with your h
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Jehovah lovingly cares for the spiritual In recent years it has been observed
of his servants. While the world in some youths sit together at the conven
is spiritually starved, we eat very and converse during the program or eng
indeed. (Isa. 65:13) One way that Jeho- in text messagingon their cell phones. I
nourishes us spiritually is through our have children, including teenagers, it
district conventions. Are you mak- be advantageous for
us
to sit together
preparations to attendall sessions of the listen to the program as a
f mily
rather t
"Guidedby God's Spirit"District to allowour young ones to
sit
apart from
A tasty and nourishing spiri- with other youths.
banquet has been arranged.
Enjoy FellowshPp:A tasty meal is m
Plan Ahead:
"The plans of the diligent enjoyable when shared with frie
surely n~akeor advantage." (Prov. 21:5) (Prov. 15:17)Similarly, associationwith
in finalizing Your plans to be brothers and sisters heightens our en
all t2ree days of the convention, do ment of the convention. Therefore, w
put off speaking with your employer if the program is not in session,how plea
need to take time offwork. If You will it is to take the initiativeto meet other
overnight accommodations) have
egatesand enjoyfellowship (Ps,133: )W
been arranged? YOUwill also want to
the chairman kindly invites
us
to take
your
noon
so that you can eat seatsbefore the music starts, we should
your brothers at the convention site.
our
conversations and be seated for the
arrangements to arriveat the conven-
ginningof
the
program.
'arb' enough each day to
find seating
B~
lert to Witness:
Conventions u
share
in the
and prayer'
ally provide excellent opportunities
o
We
want
to
make
sure
that the
'lothing a witness. any conventioners who g
wear
is
modest
and
arranged. restaurants after the program are aske
Tim. 2:9,10)District conventions provlde
waiters and others about the
theme
sh
for
us to
give
on the convention badge. This has le
the
maintaining
a
conversations and giving a me
witne
appearance
while
in
the
Onven- the truth.
Some
who inqmed were t
city and by wearing our convention
invited to the convention session and
we stand out from unbelievers and
tended.
a favorable impression upon observ-
7Thousands of hours have been sp
4
Listen Carefully;We surelydo not want
preparing the Program)arranging for f
miss
out
on
any
morsel
served
at
this
ities, organizing convention departme
banquet (Prove22:17,18)Following
and preparingthe parts-All the lovingla
in our Bible as texts are read and tak- that has been invested in preparing
brief notes will helpus keep our mind on
spiritual feast indicates Jehovah's ten
program and avoid distraction. Then in
Care of his people. May ll of us be pre
evening,we can use our notes to discuss
and eat heartily
As
we do, unlike the w
highlights of the program with others.
"cryOut
joyfully
because of the g
condition of the heart."-Isa. 65:14.
How doesJehovah care for the spiritual needs
his servants?
5. How may we increase our enjoyment of
Planning ahead for the convention involves
convention?
6.
Relate a personal experience that shows
What type of clothingshould we plan to wear? we may witness to people in the convention
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C?UEST OM OX
other facility nearby, the gious titles, such as F
onewith possible religious ther or Sister, to in
S it proper for one
of
Je-
connections may have a viduals who may work
hovah'sWitnesses
to
receive,
reputation for superior or visit the facility. (Ma
treatmentandcare
ata
hos-
service. Such a hospital 23:9) You would have
pita1 or nursing home oper-
with a religious name may see to it that the mat
atedby
a
re 'iousor-a-
be the only one equipped is strictly a business
tion?
to provide the particu- rangement in which Y
Various religious orga-
treatment needed, or are receiving treatme
nizations operate hospi- it may be the only hospi- and service, and nothi
tals Or nursinghomes that td where your doctor or more.
provide medical treat- surgeon is able to ban- When being admitted
ment or long-term Care. die cases. A~SO,ometimes the hospital, you may
Generally, such facilities hospitals with religious dicate that you are one
are not established for connections may respect Jehovah's Witnesses a
the outright promotion of your viewpointas a Chris- that you would like to
Babylon the Great. (Rev.
tian
on
the
use of
blood,
ceive visits from local
18:2, 4 They original-
whereas some other pri-
ders. This will ensureth
ly have been
vat, or municipal hospi-
you receive proper spi
to servea religiousorgani-
tual support during yo
zation as a source of in- ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ , a , ~ , ~ , ftay.-1 Thess. 5:14.
come. Today, some hospi-
Believing family me
tals are religious in their tidingave towhatOnsiderfatuityheno use.e- bers, local elders, and o
name only,whereasothers
ers in the congregati
If you
do decide
use a
should responsibly ca
re still partially stafPed hospital or nursing
home
by members of the clergy.
for the spiritual needs
If one of Jehovah's Wit-
ith
Onnec-
any elderly brothers a
nesses requires hospital
tions,
You might view it sisters who live in nursi
or nursing care, he must
as paying for ser- homes, particularly wh
make his own decision as
rendered. You might
operatedby a religious
to whether he will go to a view it
as if
the
ganization. Diligence
facility that may possibly Organization
were
this regard will be of gr
be connected with a re- sting a
bussness, encouragement to su
ligious organization. The and in purchasing a ser- older ones and will p
conscience of one might
vice
from such a business vent them from inadv
permit him to do so, but YOU would not be making tently being included
the conscience of another a direct,voluntary contrl- religious services,celeb
may prevent him from do- bution to the support of a tions, or other similar a
ing so. 1 Tim 1:5) There false religion. You would tivities held at such fac
are certain circumstances merely be paying for a ties.
that may have a bearing product or a service. With these points
on one's decision,and it is Of course, as a CXris- mind, each one will ha
good to consider these. tian, in such circumstanc- to consider all the c
For example, a hospital es you must definitelysee cumstances involved a
or nursinghome with a re- to it that you do not en- then make his own de
ligious name may be the gage in any acts of false sion as to which hospi
only one in the irnmedi- worship. Also, you would or nursing home he w
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r Beginning in April, district conven- branch otllce,make sure they are
tion badge cards for 2008w ll automat- pletely fllled out.
ically be included with literature s h i p
Since the operating hours o
offer for April and May
merits. I t w l l not. be necessary to Bethel switchboard have changed
Watchtower and
Awalce
maga-
request these. I f a d a t l o n a l b a d ~ards no longer possible t
call
the branc
A special effort should be made are
needed
by the
these
fice from 11:55 a.m. on Saturd
visit newly interested
ones who
Should be requested using the jw.org 8:00 a.m. on Monday, eastern tim
the Memorial or the spe- Web site Or, if that
s
not possible~
obtain information regarding K
talk but who are not actively by Submitting the Literature Pest dom Hall locations and me
with the congregation.The Form ( -I4)
badge
card
times. Publishers shouldconsider
pose of suchvisits shouldbe to start
must
be
requested
for
any
in
the
On-
needs for such information in advgregationwho desire them.
Bible study with those who ongregation secretaries should and call the branch office during
not yet accepted one.
June What
an adequate supply of the
ular working hours (on weekdays
the
Bible%allyTeach?Makeadil-
fom Application for %gular
m
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and on Satu
effort to start Bible studies.
July:
s w e s-205)
~ ~ ~ l i c a t i ~ ~rom 8:00 a.m. to 11:55 a.m.). Or
on the Watch If the congregation or A&ia r y Pioneer Service (~-205b). may choose to consult a n elect
not have this brochure
in
Stock,
These may be requested by using telephone directory on the Inte
heck
if
nearby Congregations
thejw.org Web site or, if that isnot
pas-
Congregation Secretaries Should
a surplus on hand that you can
sible, by submi t t iw the Literature Re firm that their Kingdom Hall info
If that is not possible,offer another
qu st
Form (514). Maintain at least a tionis
accuratelylistedinthelocal
brochure that the congre-
one-year supply. Before sending regu- phone directory.-See the June
has in stock.
lar pioneer application forms to the
urKingdomMinistry
QuestionB
THEOCRATICMINISTRYSCHOOLREVIEW
following questions will be considered at the Theocratic Ministry School during the w
April 28,2008. The school overseer will conduct a 30-minute review based on mate
in assignments for the weeks of March 3 through April 28,2008.
QUALITIES
9. What is involved in study? [ b e p
. Why is it important to build our talks
par. 3-p.
28
par.
l
around the assigned material. and how can
10. How does the Gospel of Luke build
we do this?
[be
;
234 par.
1 1;.
235 par.
11
fidence in the divine inspiration of
. Why are questions so valuable when we are
Hebrew Scriptures?
[si
p. 192 pars. 30-1
teaching? [be p. 236 pars. 1-51
W KLY
BIBLE READING
How can questions help our listeners to u. Why did Jesus Correct a certain man
reason on a subject? [bep. 237 par. 3-p. 238 calling Him Good Teacher ? (Mark
par. 11
17, 18) [w08 2/15 Jehovah's Word Is A
-Highlights From the Book of Mark ]
. When teaching, why is skillful use of ques-
tions important
to
draw out inner feelings 12. Jesus used the fig tree to illustrate w
of the listener? (Prov. 20:5; Matt. 16:13-16; with regard to the nation of Israel? (M
John ll:26) [be D. 238 Dars. 3-51
ll:12-14, 20, 21) [w035/15 p. 26 pars. 2-
What is the value of using similes when
teaching? (Gen. 22:17; Jer. 1311 [be p. 240
pars. 1-31
NO.
1
What are some of the guiding principles
highlighted in the book of Mark that will
help us gain life under God's Kingdom? [si
p. 186 par. 321
. How does holy spirit help God's servants to-
day? (John 14:25, 26)
[be
p. 19 pars. 2-31
What was indicated by the wording the
gel Gabriel used when he said that M
would 'conceive in her womb' as the re
of God's holy spirit coming upon her
God's power overshadowing her? (Luk
30,31, 34'35)
[w08
3/15 Jehovah's Wo
Alive-Highlights From the Book of Lu
it 2p. 56 par. 21
Were Jesus' disciples actually doing 'w
was not lawful on the Sabbath'? (Luk
1,
2)
[g t
311
What is the lesson to be learned from Je
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,lourningOnes
Losing a loved one in dea th
atic experience, espe-
lly for those who do n ot have
e Kingdom hope. (1 Thess. 4:
) Many o ften wonder: 'Why do
I ever see my loved one
ourning th e death of
relative or a friend,-Isa. 61:2.
2F ro m Door to Door:
A
lder may tell us th at he
t had a dea th in his family. Is
emotional turmoil? Is the
se filled with grieving rela-
In
su ch cases, it may be
7)
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