Scientologists Explain Religious Views

This article was in The Heights and was posted on miscavige.blog-city.com


"Scientology is just not like anything
else," said Rev. Robert Castagna of the Church of Scientology in Boston
on Tuesday night. "Some say it is a blend of Eastern and Western
religious customs. Others try to label it as a 'self-help' kind of
program. The fact of the matter is that there is just nothing like it
in the entire world."

Castagna's opening remarks set the stage
for the night as he and his colleague and fellow Scientologist Erik
Bayersdorfer attempted to answer many questions about the history and
beliefs of the Church of Scientology.

Scientology, Castagna
said, is now the fastest growing religion in the world. He points to
the inherent flexibility of the religion as its major appeal.

"In
Scientology, we don't tell you how to worship and we certainly don't
tell you who to worship," he said. "What's true for you is true for
you. We, instead, help you to strengthen your spiritual life."

Next, Castagna recounted the life of
L. Ron Hubbard, the founder of Scientology. Hubbard, already an
esteemed writer by his early 20s, began to travel the world in search
of "a common denominator unifying all knowledge." >> more

SCIENTOLOGY VOLUNTEER MINISTERS


L. Ron Hubbard started up the Scientology Volunteer Ministry many years ago with the express purpose of helping people with their day to day problems. He also envisioned a corps of volunteers who could use Dianetics and Scientology techniques in emergency/disaster situations.

Over the years the Scientology Volunteer Ministers corps has built up to over 10,000 around the world.
They were active in New York during 911, they have helped with disaster relief in Florida during hurricane season and were also very much on the scene in South East Asia after the Tsunamis hit.

These people are highly trained and know what to do to help in these situations, as well as help people with personal trauma. Their motto is "Something can be done about it!"

SCIENTOLOGY IN THE UK

In the 1960's L. Ron Hubbard purchased and resided at St. Hill Manor in East Grinstead, England.

Saint Hill Manor, with its beautiful grounds, is the international training location for the "Saint Hill Special Briefing Course."

Back in the 60's Scientology Scientologists would travel from around the world to come to England for the lectures and training to become professional audidtors (counselling).

Scientology in the United Kingdom is not limited to East Grinstead, there are organizations in man cities in england, as well as an organization in Scotland.

Recently, following the bombings in London, Scientology Volunteer Ministers were on the scene working with emergency services, providing food and drinks for the rescue workers and assisting people who were in shock or upset in the area.

Scientology continues to grow England, as it does around the world. Continuing L. Ron Hubbard's legacy.