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OUR Offer Bible Literature HOW-thankfulwe are for the Bi- Sometimes people are genuinely ble literature Jehovah regularly pro- very busy when we call. Under those vides through his organization! We circumstances, we may want just to highly value this spiritual food. offer the book as suggested in the Upon receiving a new publication, second example on page 20 of the we eagerly leaf through it. Then, as Reasoning book. Or we might ex- we read it carefully, we gain under- press in our own words something standing. Our appreciation for Jeho- along the limes of the third example JANUARY 1990 vah and his purposes grows. Vol. 33, No. 1 on that page, showing appreciation The personal beneflts we receive of the householder's situation and move us to share with others the saying in a persuasive way: "But good things we have learned. (Matt. since you don't have time to talk 24:14) We are anxious to get the now, we suggest that you accept Meetings for Add Sdce Society's publications into the hands these two magazines on a contribu- of as many people as possible. This tion of 506 and read them when it enables them also to learn the truths JANUARY 1-7 is more convenient. You will enjoy contained in these instructive Bible learning about God's promise of R-lr How will you publications. If we are well prepared something new." These approaches and alert to take the initiative to 1 Introduce new Topic for Con- show consideration for the house- present the current literature offer, holder's circumstances, and at the versation? we may be able to help other sincere same time, the literature is pre- 2. Make transition from Topic to people turn to Jehovah and join us in sented. current offer? his service. What can be done if a person al- FROM HOUSE TO HOUSE ready has the publication we are of- JANUARY 8- 14 During January and February fering? Why not apply the Bible we will be offering a variety of 192- principle found at 1 Corinthians 3: What will help you to page books on a contribution of 504 6-9? The seed has already been 1. Be more alert to offer Bible lit- each. The books to be offered in- planted. TaJce advantage of the op- clude any 192-page book pub- portunity to water it by giving a fur- erature? lished prior to 1980 except Fami- ther witness to the individual. Or 2. Present the publications infor- ly Life, Great Teach, This Life, we might say something like: "I am mally? Truth, and Youth. Congregations very pleased that you already have a that do not have these books in copy of this publication. No doubt JANUARY 15-2 1 stock may offer the .Worldwide See* you have enjoyed reading it. If I rity book for a contribution of $1.00. (Continued on page 7, col. 2) Using tracts effectively 1. What w~gestionsare made in Impn,ving Our Effwtivemas Minist- this issue of Our Kingdom Min- istry? ' Since Kingdom interests take appeal to the people we meet. The 2. what tracts will you feature? flrst.Place In our lives, we sh?uld be quality of our ministry may need to motivated to excel in the mnlstry as be improved. our chosen career. (Mark 13:lO) NO 4 ~tis necessary to maintain a posi- JANUARY 22-28 matter how long we may have Fen tive attitude in speaking with people Improving our effectiveness in preaching, we want to keep on Im- in order to be truly skillful in our the field proving our effectiveness as minis- work. Making good use of the practi- ters. How can we do this? cal suggestions given in the July 15, 1. Why be concerned with effec- Many people who are success- 1988, issue of he Watchtower can tiveness in the field? ful in professional fields continually help us in this. For example, page 16, 2. In what ways might we im- seek to update their knowledge and paragraph 6, discusses how to intro- prove? SMS.Thew llvel~hoodmay depend duce yourself in a pleasant and posi- on it. AS CO~SC~~~~~OUSministers, we tive way in territory where you call also need to be diligent to improve every week and you are well known. JANUARY PB-FEBRUARY our ablllt~to make asclples, teach- Information on how to approach a How might an introduction ing others about God's Kingdom. We person who told you last week, "I am should look for new and fresh aP- involved in my own church, and it 1. Arouse interest? proaches that appeal to all sorts of cares for all my spiritual needs," is 2. Demonstrate personal concern people--Matt- 28:199 20- found on page 16, paragraph 5. for- others?-. - - I MEET THE CHALLENGE Have you worked your territory Now that ~ehovahisspeeding up with a direct offer of a free home TOPIC FOR CO~ERSAT~ONthe ingathering of sheeplike ones, Bible study? Do you work business many of us are calling on our neigh- territory held by your congregation? Peace-Can It Be Yours? bors more often. Increased witness- Is it possible to do street witness- Ps. 37: 1, I 1-Earth-wide ing activity by so many more publish- ing at appropriate and productive peace promised. ers and pioneers is stirring up the hours? By all means, review the fine world field. Because of our increased suggestions given in the July 1 y* Ps. 37:34-Importance of activity, presentations that were ef- 1988, Watchtower. Applying suc I,. .i keeping God's way. fective at one time may no longer (Continued on page 8, col. 1) Meetings to Help Us Make Disciples worked. Make fo applica-

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0 1990 Watch Tower Blble and Tract .iuc~ctyof Peonsylvanla. All rlghts reher\&. Our Ungdom Minlstry (ITSPS 295-360) is published monthly by IVatchtower Bible and Tract Soclety of New Yurk, Inc.. and Internattonal lble Students Assuclatlon, 25 Columbia IIe~ghts,Brooklyn Y Y. 11201. Sccond-class Dosraae raid at Brooklvo. N.Y.. and at additional mailin? otlices. POSTMASTER: Send addmss chanees to watchtbwkr. 25 Columb~a~elghti, ~rookijll, N.Y. 1120i Pr~ntedm U.S.A. 2 * 1 1990 "PURE LANGUAGE" DISTRICT CONVENTION 1 Over the past one hundred years, con: Conventions planned for this summer and ventions have been an outstanding feature receive counsel and encouragement as we of our worship. Particularly since the reviv- continue to speak the "pure language" of the al of our preaching activity in 1919, these truth in these critical times. (Zeph. 3:9) By gatherings have been marked periods of making the necessary arrangements to be - spiritual refreshment as revealed flashes there, you can share in the fine spiritual of light from God's Word have been made blessings that certainly await those in atten- known. dance. Truly, we look to Jehovah to make Recall, for instance, the unbounded joy this another thrilling convention season as manifested at Columbus, Ohio, in 1931when we move forward in unitedly worshiping God's people received the new name, Jeho- him. vah's Witnesses. Also, great rejoicing ac- ROOMING ARRANGEMENTS companied the truth revealed at Washing- 6 Following the Service Meeting for the ton, D.C., in 1935, showing that the destiny week of January 1, congregations should of the "great crowd" was to survive into post on the information board the R~~~~- Jehovah's new world.-Rev. 7:9. ' mended Lodging Locations list for the dis- As Our numbers increased trict convention to which your congregation World War 11, it Was necessary to spread Out is assigned. list gives all the motels over the United States with several district presentlycooperating with the Society*s conventions. Six of these were held in 1948 rooming arrangement. cooperating with with some 66,000 in attendance. Just 41 these arrangements, the congregations will Years later, over 1,360,000 attended 132 help the convention organization in its ef- ''Godly Devotion" District Conventions. fortsto provide ~uflti~i~~tseats, food, lit- what a tremendous increase in happy con- erature, and rooming accommodations for ventioners! NOWit is time to be making the everyone, AS you make your plans, lovingly necessary arrangements for attending the include others who need assistance, espe- 1990 "Pure Language" District Conven- cially newly interested ones, so they also tions. can attend every session. (Gal. 6:10) The All Christians must put language to its program will start at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday. most exalted use, praising their Creator and 7 WHAT you SHOULD DO: AS soon as upbuilding their neighbor with wholesome, --but NOT bef ore-your congregation truthful speech, especially the good news posts the Recommended Lodging Locations about God's Kingdom. (Matt. 24:14; Titus 2: list containing the addresses, phone num- 7,8; Heb- 13:15; compare Psalm 109:30.) bers, and agreed-upon rates of the motels, The 'purity' of this language is also reflected you should phone the motel of your choice in its being free from words expressing ma- and make reservations, identifying yourself licious bitterness, anger, wrath, screaming, as one of Jehovah's Witnesses and as a dele- and similar abusive speech, as well as being gate attending the Watchtower convention. free from deceit, obscenity, and corrupt- Doing so will qualify you for the rates listed, ness.-Eph. 4:29, 31; 1Pet. 3:lO. which in most cases have been greatly re- Hence, what a pleasure it will be to at- duced. One night's DEPOSIT WILL BE RE- tend the four-day 'Ture Language" District QUIRED at all locations in order to hold the 3 OUR KINGDOM MINISTRY, JANUARY 1990 room. Your deposit should be sent directly to that publishers consider the needs of those the motel AS SOON AS you make your res- in full-time service, the elderly, the infirm, ervations. If your deposit is not received by the deaf, and perhaps others, which may the motel within three weeks, your reserva- include taking such ones with them. Pub- tions can be canceled. MOTELS ARE NOT lishers may care for such ones in other OBLIGATED TO HOLD THE ROOMS OR ways also. (Jas. 2:15-17; 1 John 3:17, 18) EXTEND THE SPECIAL RATES WITH- Of course, the convention Rooming Depart- OUT A DEPOSIT. Please do not make res- ment will endeavor to provide rooming ac- ervations at more than one motel or at mo- commodations for publishers with special tels that you do not intend to use. (Matt. needs who are unable to care for themselves 5:37) This is unkind because it prevents the and who cannot be assisted by those in the motels from getting business they could congregation where they attend. These pub- have had and deprives other publishers from lishers may ask the congregation secretary using those rooms, which often are vitally for a Special Needs Room Request Form, needed. If you must cancel your reservation, discussing their situation with him at that you should immediately notify the motel. time. The secretary should first speak with This makes the room available for other the Congregation Service Committee to see delegates. If the motel you call first is filled, if it is possible for the congregation to assist call your next selection from the list and so these persons to care for their own rooming on. The convention Rooming Department accommodations. If not, then he may give will continue to provide the congregations them a copy of the Special Needs Room with revised lists as long as necessary, delet- Request Form. Those with special needs are ing motels that have been filled and includ- the only ones that should fill out this form. ing additional motels until everyone has a It is to be returned to the secretary and . room. Thus, if all the motels on the list are checked for completeness, accuracy, and filled, please wait patiently for the next list, verification of the circumstances that qual- and you will be able to obtain a room. ify the person or persons for special needs * DORMITORIES: A few conventions use consideration, which are to be explained in school dormitories in order to accommodate detail in the space provided on the form all of those attending. Usually congrega- This should be done well ahead of the con- tions will receive information on these a vention. The secretary will then forward the month or so after the first motel listing. form to the convention Rooming Depart- Those needing accommodations of this type ment. The individual making the request should follow the instructions on the list will be notified directly about the accom- that is sent to the congregations by the modations. Those with special needs should convention. NOT go to the convention and request a SPECIAL NEEDS: This provision is only room when they arrive because the conven- for baptized Witnesses and unbaptized pub- tion Rooming Department must have the lishers, including their children, who are all verification of the Congregation Service in good standing in the congregation. Ar- Committee. rangements to care for such ones with spe- lo Private-home accommodations are usu cial needs should be made by the congrega- ally set aside for those who would experi tion where these attend. Elders and others ence real hardship if such accommodations aware of the individual circumstances can were not available. They are not intended lovingly extend help. This often requires for those who can afford motel rooms but

4 > ,-,&I , . -*&LA -+ > , , , 1 J , ?i, fi~~-r%&A&..l&!&&&@g- who want free or inexpensive rooms just to as to avoid major difEcWes that we are save money. Similarly, it is not proper for experiencing in our negotiations. Mpy are delegates to presume upon-the hospitality of taking to heart the clear direction that has our brothers by expecting to be accommo- been given in the January Our Kingdom dated extra days in order to visit vacation Ministry convention inserts for the past few spots or do other things before or after the years, and many good results are being ex- convention. These rooms are for the conven- p_erienced. However, it is still necessary to tion period only. Those receiving such ac- encourage everyone to observe the follow- commodations should see that they and ing guidelines for obtaining motel accommo- their children act respectfully toward the dations : home of their host and do not damage any- a) Make reservations ONLY AFTER the thing or rummage through the possessions congregation ppsts the Recommended Lodg- or private areas in the home. If householders ing Lacations list from the convention. experience any difficulties along this line, b) You should not accept a higher -price these should immediately be brought to the than what is quoted for a motel on the list. &tention of the Rooming Department at the C) Please do not make reservations at convention, and the brothers there will be more---- than one motel with the idea of check- happy to help. ing each one, selecting the best one, and l1 DELEGATES ATTENDING FROM OUT- then canceling the others. SIDE THE ASSIGNED AREA: In nearly every d) Do not reserve rooma for yourself or case, the location assigned for you to attend others hthout giving names and sending is the one nearest your congregation. Seat- the deposits for each room immediately. If a ing, literature, food orders, and so forth, are deposit is not received within three weeks planned on the premise that the majorit3; after the reservation is made, the motel can will attend the convention to which they are assigned. However, if for some reason you cancel the reservation. will be attending a convention other than e) Do not put more people in the room than the one assigned and need accommodations, the law Adthe management allow, which is the congregation secretary can give you normally no more than four or five persons, the address of the convention headquarters including children. Remember, you are pay- where you desire to attend. These addresses ing a rate based upon no more than four or we listed on the back of the Special Needs five persons in the room. Room Request Form. Then write to that f) Do not check in before 1:00 p.m. or convention headquarters and request a copy whatever ik the motel policy. You may check of the motel listing for that location, sending in after the prigram that day, since your along a stamped, self-addressed envelope. deposit guarantees your room. g) Do not cook or heat food in the room, -it has a kitchenette for that purpose, soilanythillgh the smoothness and success of this rooming ar- room with food. rangement dependsthe cooperation of h) Children- should not be allowed in hall-

ment and use ONLY tp motels on the list so closing time. *go&'+4 .l" 5 w ld om; violationgfn-' these "heas make it 15 ~~y~~~ver~much'the difficult to negotiate good rates and- also fine- support you brothers and sisters have bring reproach on Jehovah's name and orga- been giving to the food service arrange- nzation.- (Ps. 119 : 168) Therefore; the Soci- the district conventions over the -will be asking the Rooming Departments it possible to rent ~ood to check with the motels duggthe coxn- d care for the convention ex- enabled you to remain at t&n to determine if any are experiencing -C such problems and who is involved. Your the convention site durinp the short now compliance in these matters is earnestly break and to be present, on time and re- sought so that the Society may continue freshed, for the more important s iritual assisting delegates to obtain reasonably program. +- J. priced accommodations. On the other hand, SIGN-LANGUAGE SESSIONS IF- YOU EXPERIENCE A PROBLEM l6 AS you will note in the February 15, WITH A MOTEL, please do not hesitate to 1990, Watchtower, sign-language interpret- bring it to the attention of the Rooming ing will be provided at ONLY 16 specific Department overseer during the conven- convention cities. NO proasion will be made tion, so he can assist you in resolving the at any other conventions for sign language. - r matter that day. The convention organiza- This has proved to be a real blessing for a . tion is working hard to save our brothers as number of ye now for those with this much expense as possible, so it is in the best special ne& b- roviding good-quality inter- interests .of sfor everyone to cooperate preting larger groups with which to fully with the Society's rooming arrange- enjoy upbuilding fellowship. Those who are ment. The listing is comprehensive enough signers should let the deaf in their congre- to give a choice of good-quality accommoda- gations know of the arrangements and help tions and yet give preference to the motels them to attend where the sign-language pro- ? that coo rate?~uraim-rrange- vision is made by the Society. &delegates to be accommodat- ed as comfortably and economically as possible so they will be refreshed and fully able [NOTE TO THE BODY OF ELDERS: Please read to enjoy the fine spiritual program, the Society's December 15, 1989, convention assignment letter for your congregation during your FOOD SERVICE Service Meeting for the week of January 1, and l4 A simplified food service arrangement after that meeting post the Recommended Lodging similar to last year is planned for 1990. This Locations list on the information board. NO ONE, INCLUDING THE ELDERS, SHOULD MAKE greatly- eases the work load and allows more attention to be given to the spiritual aspects ANY MOTEL RESERVATIONS BEFORE THIS of the convention, with the workers being SERVICE MEETING. Please read the assignment letter again at your next meetiig, and put it back able to enjoy more of the program. (Ex. on the information board. In this way all the con- ,l2:16b; peut. 31:12; it Vol. 1pp. 503, 821; .gregations will receive the information the same week. The congregation secretary should handle convention-related material and announcements on future meetings. All elders will want to cooper- / his own arrangements, although some food ate fully to ensure the prompt, enthusiastic, and I will be available at the convention. effective handling of convention matters.] 6 7 2- - -4- d Announcements Effective Introductions Literature offer for January and Feb- ruary: Any 192-pagebookpublishedprior When sharing in the cia1 to anticipate their comment and to 1980 that the congregation has in stock house work, we are constantly faced bring up the subject first. For ex- for the reduced contribution of 506, with with the question, "What will I say ample, after an initial greeting, you the following exceptions: Family Life, Erst?" Experienced publishers who might say: you have your own Great Teacb.37, This Life, Truth, and get good results in the Eeld service religion? [Listen to their reply.l I Youth. There is a limited supply of Corn- offer a number of helpful sugges- thought you might because most mntaw on James that may be ordered tions. What are some of these? frOmBrOOklyn. Obtainingcredit, people in this area do. However, the First, it is important to be sin- reason for my call this morning is ders should refer to the guidelines in the cerely interested in the people to Society's letter Of December 21v lgS8')If . . . " Then continue with the subject the congregation has no stock of books to whom we speak. Such personal inter- you wish to discuss. be offeredat the reduced rate, the World- est is demonstrated in both words If many householders say, "I'm wide Security book should be offered for and actions. It is important to take busy," you could select one or more a contribution of $1.00. This book may be the of the ideas expressed on pages 19-20 ordered from Brooklyn. March: TheBible the householder. Ask appropriate of the Reasoning book and adapt -God's Word or Man's? for a contribu- g)lestions and then listen carefully to them to the needs of your territory. tion of $1.00. April and May: Watchtower his response. By all means, we must variations of these expressions may subscription. Where a subscription is not try to help the householder see how be used in anticipation of obtained, two magazines and a copy of he can beneflt personally by consid- that are heard frequently. any byhure may be offeredfor the con- ering the subject we are discussing. tributlon of 806. USING INTRODUCTIONS FROM Congregations should be sure to order VIEWPOINT THE REASONING BOOK an ample supply of the God,s Word book When Jesus was witnessing to the Many are Ending good success well in advance of the month of ~~~~h.Samaritan woman at a well near SY- in using the introductions on starting in February and no later than char, some of his expressions sound- pages 9-15 of the Reasoning book. March 1, the new public talk for circuit ed strange to her. They were not in You will notice that these consider overseers will be "Exulting in Jehovah at harmony with her thinking or the the subjects people are generally Poland Conventions." This will be a slide way she worshiped. Jesus carefully concerned with, such as current presentation recounting some of the listened, and when making a reply, events, personal safety, employ- highlights of the 1989 "Godly Devotion" he took into consideration what she ment, housing, family life, and the District Conventions held in Poland. said. He wanted to help her. (John 4: future. However, notice also that the The special public talk for the 1990 13,14,19-26) Do we endeavor to fol- wording of the suggested introduc- be given low Jesus' example in this respect as tions in the Reasoning book invites on Sunday, March 25,1990. The subject we share in the witness work? the householder to express himself. of be "ReachOut for the It helps him to see the importance of Life!" An outline will be provided. Those If people in your territory re- congregations having the visit of the cir- spond to your opening words by say- the subject presented and that it af- cuitoverseer, acircuit assembly,or a spe- ing, "I have my own religion," what fects him personally. Effective use cial assembly day that weekend will have might you do? The Bible writer said: of these introductions may prevent the special talk the following week. NO "The heart of the righteous one med- householders from using some of the congregation should have the special talk itates SO as to answer." (P~ov.15:28) more common objections. before March 25. Do you do this? Have you considered * Give careful thought to introduc- U.S. Selective Service regulations re- the information on pages 18-19 of the tions that you believe will be most quire that all men register when reaching Reasoning book with the principle of effective in your territory. Learn to 18 years of age. All of thoserequired to do this scripture in mind? You might use the introductions in the Reason- so should take care of.the matte: Prompt- also work with publishers who are ing book. Benefit from the experi- ly*viewing It as a Christian's ObllgatlOnto effective in Eeld service in order to ence of other publishers. Pray for thesuperiorauthOrities.E1derswiuwant learn how to make your introduc- Jehovah's blessing on your efforts. to have this in mind and give appropriate reminders to young brothers nearing the tions more effective. With good effort and Jehovah's bless- age of Questions as to the young = In areas where many people use ing, it may be that more people in Christian,sresponsibilities in this regard the objection that they have their your territory will respond favorably may be answered by the elders. own religion, you may End it beneE- to the good news of salvation. New Publications Available: Offer Literature (Cont'd) schoolmates, people we meet when Aid to Bible Understalading~V~f5~~c~ shopping, and those we meet be- (Li-Oven) may, I would like to point out how you can benefit even more from the tween homes or doors when we are Did't Get By Evolu- in the Eeld service. Plan ahead, hav- tion or tq Creation? (Small size) book. ~t will only take a few min- Utes." Then demonstrate how we ing literature available to present On -Croatian, Polish such 0CCaSi0nS whenever possible. My Book of Bible Stories -Icelandic study the Bible with the help of the publication. Our purpose at the Often, it is not dimcult to carry one Questions Young Ask-An- or more of the Small publications swers That Work -Japanese door does not change when the householder already has a book. Re- with us. Much good can be aceom- The Bible--God,s Word or plished through informal witness- -Japanese, Korean member, our primary goal is to "make disciples."-Matt. 28:19. 1W.-1 Pet- 3:15- United in Worship of the Only TmLe Jehovah's organization has gen- God -Swahili INFORMAL WITNESSING erously supplied us with literature WorMmSecurity Under the "Prince We should also be alert to the to keep us spiritually strong and to of Peace" --Ukrainian many opportunities we may have to aid us in spreading the good news. Jehovah's Witnesses and the Question present literature in informal, wit- Being alert to opportunities to offer of Blood --Arabic nessing. Think of ways to witness Bible literature will help us magnify (Continued on Page 8, col. 3) to visitors, relatives, workmates, Jehovah's name.-Ps. 34:3. 7 4 Belgium reported a new peak of 24,464 publishers during August, an By Using Tracts Effectively IN FIELD SERVICE 8-percent increase over last year's - Have you taken advantage of the I ~~~i~~ the 1987 "Trust in Jeho- average. Total baptized for the year vah,t ~i~~~i~~convention, four new thought-provoking titles of the tracts was 1,573. tracts were released. l-hey are enti- to cultivate interest in the Kingdom + Brazil finished the 1989 sewice tied you can ~~t the ~ibk,message when working from house to year with 266,720 publishers, a 17- mat ~~h~~~h~~witnesses B~-house? Some publishers highlight the percent increase over last year's aver- tieve?, if^ in a PeacefUINm worl& title of a tract right away in their aae.- and matHw forDeadLovedOnesf introduction. Why not try this ap- Have you been using these tracts ef- proach yourself? You might Say: OCTOBER SERVICE REPORT fectively in the field? "Hello. I'm glad to find you at home. I Av. Av. Av. Av. Pubs. Hrs. Mags. R.V. Bi.St. 2 M~~~ publishers leave tracts at have volunteered to share in deliver- doors where no one is at home. And ing a Very important message. It is Spl Pios. 236 128.4 97.1 56.5 5.3 they give them to people who are too found in this tract Life in a Peaceful Pios. 65,630 84.0 43.0 27.5 2.5 busy to listen at the time a call is IVm world. This is Your COPY. It is Aux. Pios. 38,829 59.7 32.0 16.6 1.3 made. Some find that if they use a free. [Give it to .the householder, Pubs. 708,916 9.8 6.6 3.7 0.4 tract to introduce themselves at the and direct attention to the cover.] TOTAL 813,611 door, it helps to stimulate the house- Wouldn't you like to live in such Newly Dedicated Ones Baptized: 3,494 holder's interest. Others prefer offer- peaceful surroundings?" If circum- ing them as a free gift on calls where stances then allow, continue with the The October report shows an outstanding new peak in regular pioneers, up 1.1 10 over the pre- no literature is placed but where Topic for Conversation, and tie in the vious peak in September. some interest is shown. offer for the month. Wepending on where you live, you WHEN AND USE THEM Ickntitying~)3tlb By being versatile and alert to sp- may flnd it beneficial to state that Each Kingdom Hall should be portunities, you may find many oc- YOUP message is from the Bible. The clearly identified by an appropriate casions to offer tracts. For instance, tract Why You Trust the sign that reads: "Kingdom Hall of Je- tracts can be helpful when witnessing may be very effective in area. hovah's Witnesses." The sign should to relatives. you can use tracts when For instance?you might say: "We are be neat, in good taste, and well main- you are on vacation, while shopping leaving a free Bible message with our tained. and traveling, at school, or at your neighbors today. Here is your copy. Where congregations using dif- place of employment. D~ you keep [Give it to the householder.] Notice ferent languages meet in the same tracts within easy reach,.perhaps in the subject is about the Bible. Do Kingdom Hall, ordinarily a Kingdom your coat or shirt pocket, purse, or YOU think that People have lost confi- Hall sign should be posted in each briefcase? ~~~i~~ tracts with you at dence in the Bible today? [Allow for a language. This undoubtedly makes it all times may encourage you to wit- response.] This tract will help You easier for people who speak those ness informally. Why not look for oc- See why we can trust what the Bible languages to identify our place of casions to offer tracts? says." Continue with the Topic for worship. The bodies of elders of the 4 Regardless of the occasion, you C~n~erSati~n,showing the blessings congregations concerned should be can use the tracts to give a more ef- God has in Store for the earth. able to make arrangements for post- fective witness. Although the mes- Distributing Bible tracts is a time- ing appropriate Kingdom Hall signs sage they contain is brief, what they tested and effective means of pre- in the languages of the congregations say is very convincing and is support- senting the "good news." (Matt. 24: using a particular Kingdom Hall. ed with clear Scriptural argumenta- 14) They play an important role in -Phil. 2:4. tion. The tracts are colorfully il- our public ministry and when we are Additionally, where practical, lustrated and can be useful tools to witnessing informally. Let us use our meeting times should be posted and kept up-to-date. A Kingdom Hall accomplish much good in the minis- beautiful tracts effectively to give used by more than one language try. Be alert to offer them to people a fine witness and thus help others group should have a composite sign everywhere. learn about God's Kingdom. signifying the meeting times of each Improving Effectiveness (Cont'd) MAKE IT OUR GOAL language group. suggestions can help us to improve 'Improvingour effectiveness in the Announcements (Cont'd) ministry is a worthy goal most of us our effectiveness as ministers. Jehovah's Witnesses-Unitedly Doing Being effective also involves can attain. It takes heartfelt prayer God's Will Worldwide thoroughness. (Eph. 6:13) Be alert to and advance Preparation. As our ef- -Tamil, Turkish notice where more than one family fectiveness in the field service grows, School and Jehovah's Witnesses lives in a house. Some people live We may be able to help Someone else -Chinese in basement apartments, above ga- to make similar progress.-Gal. 6:6. Remember* Our teaching work Should You Believe in the Trinity? rages, or in other locations not di- -Dutch, Hungarian, Korean rectly accessible from the front door. $~o;~~~g$t~~~~p~;;FiE~;"This Good News of the KingdomU Seek Out members years of helping resurrected ones to -Haitian Creole -an older person who may not om- learn Jehovah's ways. Our joy during New Cassette Recordings Available: narily to the door Or 'Omeone the Millennium will surely abound as Listening to the Great Teacher (set may be at when are we see taught ones loyally submit to of five cassettes and a book in an usually made at the home. It may be Christ's reign. BY improving our ef- album; congregation and public: that by calling at another hour, You fectiveness in the preaching and $11.25: pioneers: $9.50) -Greek may meet other family members. teaching work, we can accomplish A Revelat& to John (single cassette; Evening witnessing often provides more in our ministry-to the honor congregation and public: $2.00; pio- such opportunities. and praise of Jehovah. neers: $1.75) -Portuguese 8 Skilled Worke

happens, you can look up the scripture in your New World Translation with cross-references and find five scriptures referenced-on the woFd tures in your fleld ministry and in ~?~~~k-~~~.nl-hese scriptures show ITpmtingg iff wd wb YO^ ~emnalBible study? that Christ, rather than Peter, is the A VERSATILE PROVISION Foundation of the congregation. By IF$ When the New Wmld fiansla- consulting the same text in the New k : FEBRUARY 5- 1 1 tion of the Christian Greek Scrip Wwld Translation Reference Bible, wtnessing with the Bible tures was released in 1950, we found you will flnd additional information the cross-re notes, ap- in the footnote on the word "rock- 1. Why use the Bible? pendix. ana w-o TE mass," explaining its meaning in the very helpful in our mims y, in pre- original Greek. 2- HOW Can YOU encourage the paring for congregationmmeetings. A section entiw "S householder to use his Bible? and in general personal study. Then, fo ' is anoe 3. i-, how thrilled we were to tGdto be helpful in the what features of the ~it,l~do receive the New, World fianslation fleld ministry. When working in ter- you use? Rsference Bib e. What a superb pro- ritory that is frequently covered, Vision to assist us in our effort to you may want to select a FEBRUARY 12-18 become skilled workers who use ferent from what 1sTf-3?'-- ea red in Our God's Word aright! Through diligent Kingdom Ministry. Under subjects Informal witnessing use of this versatile provision, we such as "Em,""Kingdom," and 1 why is such activity important? are now better equipped than ever (Continued on page-. t) 2. Where may it be done? Outstanding Maguhrw Featured 3. What discretion should be exercised? The April and May issues of Ths r mt will help us increase r Watch- and Awo~&?!will feature ma azlne lac ts? To7Je&jii&&, striking articles of interest to allwho aegayema - FEBRUARY 19-25 seek a happy future- For example, ou h The more "Who Will Lead Mankind to Peace?" w#he . m~azines,famethe greater our "OW can we nspond and "World Peace-What Will It to those who say: ,* be in otlering them. While Really Mean?" are the subjects of the reading, we should try to find oints 1. "I am busy"? April and 'April 15 issues of Ths to highlight in varioudat Watchtouwl= Few people know the ere i, each article that might 2. "1 am not interested"? correct answers to these questions. to cemin types of people? But Jehovah has not left us in doubt. rpEal we 3. 'We have our own religion"? (&nos 3:7) Surely, millions of can ask ourselves: 'Who would es- honesthearted ones would also like =:ly apDreciatr arncm? would appeal to a neighbor, FEBRUARY 26-MARCH 4 to have a truthful answer. How can parents help their children 1. Prepare for magazine activity? and enjoyment of the 2. Share a Scripturalthought with Possible?" DO YOU agree that people in your territory should have the op- SET A PERSONAL GOAL householder? portunity to read these issues? Some may want to set a ~erson- 3. Maintain proper conduct in field INCREASED PARTICIPATIOF(. goal for magazine placements in service? 3 We should p te Aprd and May. If you do that! be sure fully in the d'i%%%%%%kto uest e . This should TOP* FOR ~~~~~~~~ outstandingand May. Why issues not comingmake arrange-in April bein y- done right away, especially if Peace-Can It Be Yours? ments to devote 1 you plan to auxiliar pioneer dur- Ps. 37:1,1 l-Earth-wide amount of ing these mont*ay the peace promised. Tdtirnelysubjects being congregation can order extra considered, we can offer the mags- zines in sufecient time to have them Ps. 37:34-Importance of zines with confldence and enthusi- on hand when needed. keeping God's way. asm. (Continued on page 4, col. 3) Meetings 'to Help Us Make Disciples

10 min: Local announcements. Plan now to auxiliary pioneer in April. 7~rder magazines you need for April and May. Inform congregation of what older books are available, or encourage use of Worldwids bonk-ter- nate offer. EK STARTING FEBRUARY 19 20 min: "Skilled Workers Using God's Word Aright." Question-and- answer coverage. Read scripture citations as tirne Emphasize that flrst and foremost we are minis- brs. Strive to be skilled in use

the benefits have been many. Such study has contributed to a spirit of

vants of Jehovah, have exerted a gregation, and often have entered

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ary 5: Pages 215#to 220 ary 12: Pages 221 to228 ary 19: Pages 229 to234 ary 26: Pages 235 to 243.

8 1990 Watch Tower Bible and Tract Society of Pennsylvania. All rights reserved. Our Kingdom Ministry (USPS295+0).is published monthly by Watchtower Bible and Tract Society of New York, Inc and International Bible Students Ashtion 25 Columbia Heights Brooklyn N.Y. 11201. Second-classPostage paid at Brooklyn, N.Y., and'h additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: iend addre* ehanges'to ~atchtkr, 25 Columbia Heights, Brooklyn, N.Y. 11201. Printed in U.SA c. c. Announcements Showina in Jehovah Literature offer for February: Any nust 192-page book published prior to 1980 that the congregation has in stock for biPioneering the reduced contribution of 506, with Putting Kingdom interests fist merit was printed in 1982, have your the following exceptions: Family Life, requires trust in Jehovah. (Ps. 56: circumstances changed? In the Unit- Great Teacher, mis Life, Truth, and Prov' 3:5; Matt. 6:33) We have Youth. There is a limited supply of Com- ed States, over 17,000 pioneer appli- mntaly on Jams that may be ordered ~e~~r~~O~6~",~w~P~$~tw,"~~cations were processed last year! from Brooklyn. (For obtaining credit, concentrate on spiritual values. NO doubt many of these applicants elders should refer to the guidelines While the world appeals to the de- wanted to become pioneers earlie) in the Society's letter of December 21, sire for material things, Jehovah en- but had to wait for a change in "' 1988.) If the congregation has no stock treats us to be content with the real- cumstance'. of books to be offered at the reduced ly important things.-l ~i~.6:s; some cases, the necessary rate, the Worldwide Security book change may have to do with one's should be offered for a contribution of Phil. 1:lO. 2 hi^ is a challenge to mental attitude about pioneer ser- $1.00. This book may be ordered from vice. Or it may simply involve mak- Brooklyn. March: The Bible-God's christian youths who want to take Jehovah's commands seriously. They ing a good schedule for service. At Word or Maa'sL for a contribution of times a change in personal responsi- $1.00. April and May: Watchtower sub- may be pressured by their teachers scription. Where a subscription is not and their peers at school who consid- bilities and obligations is needed for obtained, two magazines and a copy of er higher education essential to sue- opening the way to pioneer service- any brochure, except the School bro- cess in life. While recognizing they Therefore, it is good to make this a chure, may be offered for the contribu- have material needs, many Christian regular matter of Prayer to Jehovah tion of 806. youths wisely resist such pressure along with an honest evaluation of The secretary and service overseer Lnd choose the pioneer as ourselves and our circumstances. should review the activity of all regu- their career. Trusting iq Jehovah's Thousands have done so and are lar pioneers. If any are having dimcul- promises, they look to him to care for now enjoying the blessings of pio- ty meeting the requirement of hours, their need%-Ps. 62:2; 68:19; 1Tim. neer service. elders should arrange for assistance to 5:s: 6:9.10. If a frank appraisal of your cir- be given. For suggestions, review Soci- cumstances indicates YOU may be ety's letters (S-201) of October 1, 1988, REVIEW PERSONALCIRCUMSTANCES and October 1, 1989. Also, see para- The of November one who could begin pioneering in graphs 12-20 of the August 1986 Our 15, 1982, encouraged each one of us the not-too-distant future, why not Kingdom Ministly insert. to ask: I really justify before start auxiliary pioneer service on a On April 28 the Brooklyn Bethel ~~h~~~hthe fact that I am not a continuing basis now? Within a few Home and factory and Watchtower pioneer?" obviously, many were not months, YOU will likely develop re- Farms buildings will be closed for then in a position to pioneer. B~~ turn visits and Bible studies. This spring cleaning, so there will be no ar- they did not become discouraged, Can aid you in making a rangements for tours or for congrega- knowing that wholehearted service transition to the regular pioneer ser- tions to pick up literature on that day. in any amount is always acceptable vice, possibly before the beginning The Memorial celebration will be held to Jehovah. (Mic. 6:s; 2 Cor. 8:12) Of the new service Ye*. Tuesda A ril 10 1990. Although the Later, as personal circumstances Jehovah is accomplishing great Pta'lk mzst:rt eariier, please remember changed, prayerful reconsideration things in the 1stdays of the present that the passing of the Memorial bread of that 1982 Watchtower article has wicked system. Now is the time for and wine should not begin until ~J%T us & sundown. Check with local sources to enabled some to be among the thou- all of to draw Close to him and to determine when sundown occurs in sands of individuals who have more bless his name "all day long." (Ps. your area. No other meetings are to be recently taken up the regular pio- 145:2; Jas. 4:s) If your circumstanc- conducted on that date. If your congre- neer service. es allow you to do so and you quali- gation normally has meetings on Tues- *If personal circumstances pre- fy, let pioneer service be another day, you may want to switch those to vented you from entering the pio- evidence of your trust in Jehovah. another time of the week if the hall is neer service when the above state- -Ps. 94:18. available. If your Service Meeting is affected, it may be possible to incorporate Skilled Workers (Cont'd) also proves Scripturally what "Ge- into another Service Meeting any parts "L-," you will find scriptures henna," "Hades," "She01 " and "souti scheduled for that week that are partic- that could be used in a house-to- mean. ~dd-meferring to ularly applicable to your congregation. house presentation or a Scriptural the "Table of the Books of the Bible" Every baptized publisher who has discussion on a return visit. on pagss we can flnd out whor~ been issued an imtification wrote eac book, where it was writ- should turn in the old card to MEMORY AIDS ten, when it was written, and the ing overseer in exchange for an updated If YOU cennot remr~heretime and revised card, if this has not been a certain i~tureb located when 8 T~~~~,Jehovah has provided done already. A supply of the new cards having a Byble discussion, you can what we need to be 6~completely was included with the annual shipment turn to "Bible Words Indexed" in the equipped for every good of forms. Please refer to the Febru- back of your Bible and get the need- ary 1989 Our Kingdom Ministv for de- (2 ~i~.3:17) BY using the N~~ ed help. Do You use this valuable World Transhtion along with the Bi- tails. feature? Starting with the January 1, 1990, ble publications we will be offering, issue, the -an WWcbibuw be- 'The f~rewordon r&!&gives we can egectivel do the work as- came a semimonthly edition. Begin- convincing evidence to show that the sieed. (Luke 6:4;, 48) As we prove ning with the January 1990 issue, the New IVorld Trmnis a _schol- '5be skilled workmen, using God's Ukrainian Awake! became a quarterly arb work. The avvendix provides a Word aright, we can confldently ex- publication. clear explanation of w- of pect the Master to say: "Well donen! (Continued on page 4, col. 3) the divine name is appropr~ate.It -Matt. 25:21. m.. -m mE 'OoD ) + Japan's new publisher peak for September was 138,975. The num- With the God's Word Book timepermits, readparagraph4.1This ber of regular pioneers increased by 1 his letter to a fellow evangeliz- publication will help You appreciate about 2,200 over the previous peak er, the apostle paul wrote: <'A11scrip- that the Bible is indeed God's Word in August. Five new circuits have tureis inspired of ~~d and beneficial and that it contains practical guid- been started in the new service year. ance in all matters of life. This book In September, 128 Pioneer Service for teachifig, for reproving, for set- School classes were held In 99 clr- ting things straight, for disciplining IS yours for a contribution of just $l.OO." cuits, and a total of 3,068 regular pio- in righteousness."-2 Tim. 3:16. nee's went through this course. As modern-day proclaimers of the 5 A householder may appear to be good news, we believe this statement :nz:g~:w~~t",","~,"~~&P~r~~ with all our heart. We accept the Bi- $sggs&Y$~~~\~f~~~~",H~{~ peak of 2,272 publishers reporting. ble as God's inspired Word. We wel- make a brief presents- + Sri Lanka had a new peak of 1,249 come its guidance in every aspect of tion, you might say: you publishers reporting in September. our lives. (Ps. 119:105; John 17:17) agree there are many prob- + Uganda had a new peak of 642 pub- But how can we help others to accept !ems facing mankind." Then read the lishers in September. Two circuit as- the Bible as God's Word and apply its introductory paragraph of chapter 1. semblies had a combined attendance principles in their daily living? After the householder comments on of 1,374 with 34 baptized. the concluding question in that para- HOW TO DO IT graph, you could say: "The Bible tells NOVEMBER SERVICE REPORT As we share in the flrst public dis- us that very soon now GO^ himself Av. Av. Av. Av. tribution of the new book The Bible will solve all mankind's perplexing pubs. Hrs. Mags. R.V. Bi.St. -God's Word Or Man's? during the problems. This book gives powerful spq pios. 243 128.1 81.8 54.6 5.4 month of March, we will be building evidence to show that the Bible is pios. 64,351 80.9 35.0 26.7 2.6 confidence in the Bib1e and helping true, since it is God's Word and not pios. 32,821 58.2 25.9 16.3 1.4 people see the benefits of llvlng ac- man's. I would like you to have it for pubs. 705,095 9.7 6.1 3.7 0.4 cording to its inspired counsel. What, a contribution of just $1.00.11 a privilege this will be! TOTAL 802,510 What can we say when offering FILLING THE NEED Newly Dedicated Ones Baptized: 3,508 the book? After a friendly greeting, This new book, The Bible-God's Outstanding Magazines (Cont'd) we might call attention to Proverbs Word or Man's?, will enable sincere 14312 to show that successful living readerstounderstandandappreciate 60f COUrSey there are many ways requires wise direction. Wrong direc- that the Bible is truly God's Word. ~~~~o~~~~~n~,"~~ tion can be calamitous. Then read Honestly considering what it says $yckt,": Proverbs 2:6,7 to show that Jehovah may start them off on the road to life. ~d~hg~~~l~~~~~~~~~~~~~",i~~ provides true wisdom. We could rea- Therefore, make a special effort to son with the householder regarding place this book with as many people as you can. ~~~&i~~~~~~~.~~ne~~~~~~h~~ the need to turn to the Bible to flnd On interested the godly wisdom. Then we could say: All of us should have read the new "This publication shows that the Bi- book through before the March cam- latest can be left' Informal ble is a reliable source of sound advice paign begins. We will want to give the witnessing is an way to on problems people face. Please note God's Word book the widest distribu- give a witness and magazines' what is stated here in paragraph 2 tion possible, featuring it in every as- ~~~~!~~~O$~~~h~,"d'~~ht~,"'~t$~~ on page 5. [Read paragraph 2, and if pect of the ministry. conversation or to place them. I Remember thG our magazines Question Box are different. They point the way to peace, happiness, and everlasting How can we display Christian we are joyful whenever we meet, manners when attending the Congre- and this often results in animated life. (John 17:3) So plan now to enjoy gation Book Study? extra activity with the outstanding conversation before and after the articles to be published in the April We are usually observed by our meeting. (Mic. 2:12) Good manners and May issues of The Watchtower neighbors, and they will at times com- and consideration for others would and Awake! ment on and even react to our con- dictate that the volume of our conduct. (Compare 1 Corinthians 4%) versation be kept at a modest level. Announcements (Gont'd) As Jehovah's servants, we want their (Matt. 7:12; Gal. 6:lO) Christian love The Arabic Awake! magazine became comments and reactions to our be- would also impel us to restrain our a semimonthly publication as of the Jan- havior to be favorable. (1Pet. 212) children from running outside and uary 8, 1990, issue. This is true in connection with our from damaging other people's prop- New Publications Available: activity at the Congregation Book erty. (Prov. 29:15; 1 Cor. 13:4, 5) Questions Young People Ask-An- Study. Since the majority of these are This would include respectful con- swers That Work held in private homes, special care duct in the home where the book -ChiIn_es_eJQixm must be exercised so that our man- study is conducted. If any improp- Should You Believe in the Trinity? ners reflect well on everything we do. er conduct is observed, the elders -Indonesian Where parking is limited, why not should not delay in giving loving and -__- make arrangements to carpool so as firm counsel so that problems do not New Cassette Recordings Available: to prevent undue irritation to those in arise that could result in complaints Exodus (set of three; congregation the neighborhood of the book study? from neighbors, difficulties for the and public: $4.50; pioneers: $3.75) Our love for our neighbor will make householder who has hospitably -Spanish us refrain from inconsiderately park- opened his home for the study, or Leviticus (set of two; congregation ing our car in a way that could cause inconvenience for those attending a and public: $3.00; pioneers: $2.50) him inconvenience or distress. particular book study location. -Spanish OUR Build Faith in God% Word If ever there was a time when time in the Eeld. The purpose of this strong faith was needed, it is now- new book is to help people see that Many people have no faith at all and the Bible is God's Word. It discusses KINGDOM the future- and and refutes many of the false charges political leaders have raised false leveled against ~~d*~word. ~t gives Often that many people satisfying answers to a number of openly despair. Truly, as the apostle questions, such as: 1s the Bible un- Paul explained, "Faith is not a Pas- scientific? Does it contradict itself? 1s session of all people." (2 Thess. 3:2) it just myth and legend? Did the mir- #ARCH 1990 However, faith is a possession of Je- acles mentioned in the Bible really hovah's Witnesses. We have corn- Vol. 33, No. 3 happen? Has archaeology disproved plete c~nfldencethat the promises the historical accuracy of the Bible? FOR UNITED STATES OF AMERICA found in God's Word will be fulfilled. In addition, this presents Strong faith makes Jehovah's many fine proofs of the inspiration of Witnesses stand out as different from the Bible. It also calls attention to the dwtin(ls for Field 86r~i~other people. It motivates fine works infallible prophecies of the Bible and that benefit others as well as our- its wonderful overall harmony. selves, while bringing honor to God. 4 he profound practical wisdom of MARCH 5-11 Such faith results from allowing the Bible and its power to change Offering God's Word book exert Power in our people for good are only part of the lives. The present-day international evidence that proves that the Bible is 1. How will you introduce the Top- brotherhood of genuine Christians ~od'sWord. We are responsible to ic for Conversation? dqmonstrates the value of building help people learn of this evidence. To falth in the Bible as the insplred do this, we must first teach them to 2. What specific points will YOU word of GO^.-2 Tim. 3:16. believe what the Bible says. refer to? WHY HELP OTHERS BUILD FAITH HOWwere most of US helped to 3 Since lives are at stake, we have build faith in God's Word? Most likely MARCH 12-18 strong reason for helping others to lt was by means of a home Bible study build their faith. With this in mind, that someone patiently conducted Calling back on Placements during March we will offer The Bible with us. So the placing of a Bible 1. will you introduce your- -God's Word or Man's? for the Erst (Continued on page 8, col. 1) self? 2. What will you talk about? Continuing Our Ministry Without Letup 3. The Scene Of this is territory? And what about our in- How will you suggest a Bible ing rapidly as we move deeper into study? dividual ministry? Are we rejoicing the time of the end. (1 Cora 7131) In over our part in the ministry as well fulallment of Bible Prophecy, world- as over the collective ministry of our MARCH 19-25 shaking events are taking place. As fellow workers everywhere? Are we The Lord's Evening Meal ~~t{~~~~~~~~~~$$u,"~~~~~&g;;~~;~~f&o;td;,"~~d? effort in 1. Why start talking about the Me- in the theocratic organization, we morial celebration now? can appreciate how urgent it is that OUR INDIVIDUAL PART we preach athe good of the Quite obviously, not all territo- 2. How will you invite newly inter- Kingdom.-Mark 13:lO. ries are equally productive. (Com- ested ones? 2 ~t was our ~~~d~~and ~~~~~l~~,pare Matthew 13:23.) It is also true J~~~~christ, who gave the that some territories, such as Ireland 3. Why explain what will take to make disciples. doing so, he and Quebec, have become productive place? guaranteed the success of that work only after many Years of hard work by his promise, "1 am with you all the On the part of Zealous ministers. MARCH 26-APRIL 1 days until the conclusion of the sys- There are many OPPoSers in tem of things." (Matt. 28:19, 20) Je- areas, and in others the people in 1. Why should We keep speaking SUS~disciples took his words seri- general are apathetic and unrespon- the good news without letup? ously, and even when facing strong sive toward the Kingdom message. In opposition, "they continued without still other places, there are so many 2. How can we maintain a proper letup teaching and declaring the workers in the Eeld that there is little attitude? good news about the Christ, Jesus." territory to be covered. But regard- 3. Why offer the Watchtowersub- (Acts 5:42) What a flne example they less of the type of territory we have scription? set for us! to work in, our zeal must never 3 AS we read the 1990 Yearboo7c, we falter. The apostle Paul wrote, "Let TOP^ FOR CONVLRSA~ON see that Jehovah has blessed our min- US not give up in doing what is.Ene, istry by bringing about Ene increases for in due season we shall reap lf we Man's Need for Wise Direction. in new disciples. In some lands the do not tire out." (Gal. 6:9) HIS words pro,,. 14: 12-~~~~~wisdom increases reported are truly spectac- of admonition apply to all Christians. ular. The overall increase worldwide How will we be able to do that? What not reliable. exceeds by far what any of us could will help us to continue our ministry Prov. 2:6,7-Jehovah gives have imagined just a few years ago. without letup? practical wisdom. (Isa. 60:22) But what about our local (Continued on page 4, col. 3) Meetings to Help Us Make Disciples WEEK STARTING MARCH 5 . 1) Song 10s 6 10 min: Local announcements and appropriate Announcements from Our Kingdom Minist7y. Warmly commend publishers who have had a share in the fleld ministry already this month, and encourage all to participate zealously in the fleld during March. Give practical suggestions for offering current magazines in local territory. Remind publishers of congregation's arrangements for fleld service. ;20 mln: "Build Faith in God's Word." p Questions and answers. When discussing paragraph 3, have effecti e publishers in audience o4c s ons and comments on talking p~~tcZG k5mfleld service. Have these comments prepared in advance. L 15 mln: Call Back to Stimulate Fur- ther Interest. Encourage publishers itCtomake return visits promptly qn all who showed interest in Cod's Word book. Previous part mentioned need to make return visits and start Bible studies with interested persons. Af- ter brief discussion of need and warm encouragement for all to call back where interest was shown, present one or two brief demonstrations sfiowing how to make a return visit where new book was placed. Song 23 and concluding prayer. WEEK STARTING MARCH 12 new world. Demonstrate subscrip- Song 192 7 mln: Local m'ouncements. &- 5 counts reput, including achowl- bedgments from the Society of any contributions sent in during Febru- ary. Warmly commend conmgation for generous support of Kingdom work through their monetary contributions. Review congregation's field service arrangements, and enFur- age publishers to work with a- service ~OUDSon wm. congregation that special Song 7l and concluding prayer. Build Faith (Cont'd) accept that the Bible is God's Word. and every righteous judicial decision or a book is not the end of our faith- This new book presents much of that of yours is to time indefinite."-Ps. building efforts; it is only the begih- evidence in an easily accessible form. 119:159,160. ning. If we have benefited from hav- We want to encourage others to ac- Through his Word, the Bible, ing someone study with us, we will cept the Bible as God's Word and to Jehovah lovingly provides direction want to return promptly to those live by its inspired counsel. Those for all who seek his way of protec- with whom we place literature and who do so will come to echo joyful- tion through the "great tribulation." offer a hpme Bible study to help them ly the psalmist's heartfelt prayer: (Matt. 2421) During March, we can bulld fmth. "0 see that I have loved your own encourage others to read and study NEW BOOK HELPS BUILD FAITH orders. 0 Jehovah, according to your God's Word by offering the book Ths When honestly evaluating the ev- loving-kindness preserve me alive. BibIs-GW's Wdor Man's? for a idence, no sincere person can fail to The substance of your word is truth, contribution of $1. Announcements A Time for Increased Activity a Literature offer for March: The Bible --G~J~word or Man's) for a contribu- As the end of this present wicked lo fo s by exerting ourselves tion of $1.00. April and May: Watchtower system of things draws ever i~~re&~~~~aboutthe KingdomXSd subscription. One-year subscriptions to and we see how Jehovah is richly in makingdisciples? In a special way semimonthly editions are $5.00.One-year blessing our ministry, it is imperative each year at the ~~~~~i~lcelebra- subscriptions to monthly editions and six- for us to heed the apostle Peter's ad- we remember what Jehovah month subscriptions to semimonthly edi- monition to 'brace _upour minds for and Jesus have done for us' (Luke tions are $2.50. Where the subscription is activity.'-l pz.,cl3; fi-. not two magazines and a 2 . . or. : ' , 4) Suchcontem- When Peter gave the above admo- pf;~~e~~me~~r~~C~should move us of any brochure, except the School bra- nition, he was wru~pabout the salva- chure, may be offeredfor the contribution to positive action according to our in- ' of 80d. June: Su~vivalInto a New Earth div~dualabilities and circumstances. for the contribution of $1.00. * On Mar&25 most congregations a The presiding overseer or someone as- of Jehovah's Witnesses around the signed by him should audit the congrega- world will present a special talkon the tion accounts on March 1 or as soon as possible thereafter. subject "Reach Out for the Real Life!" a New Publications Available: ceive because of Jehovah's love ex- What a new Ones New World Translation of the .Holy pressed through the gift of his Son. begin associating with the 'Ongre- Scriptures (Deluxe.pocket edition; (John 3:16) The Memorial season is a gation! who attend the 'pecial DLbM), ava~lablein black or ma- tirne to be even m&e ac-ivexthis talk should be encouraged to be pres- + ent for the Memorial celebration on roon -Dutch God-ordained woi%i;- - Life-How Did It Get Here? By Evolu- April 10. tion or by Creation? (Small size) MEMORIAL CELEBRATION -Romanian AND SPECIAL TALK INCREASE DISTRIBUTION OF

(Brochure) The Divine Name That Wil Forever -Malagasy The Government That Will Bring Par- adise -Luganda Question Box Watch Tower Indez How should Jehovah's Witnesses 1986-1988 -French discreet slave,~-i tor. 46; ~~tt. view tape recordings from sources 24~45-47. a New Cassette Recordings Available: other than the society? My Book of Bible Stories (set of four In some areas tapes for teaching cassettes in an album; The Society provides an abundance children the Bible are being adver- and public: $8.00; pioneers: $6.00) of Spiritual food in various forms, tised and sold. These tapes purport- -Chinese (Mandarin) including cassette tape recordings. edly originate with brothers and have Jeremiah, Lamentations (set of four These include cassette recordings of been circulated among some congre- cassettes; congregation and public: the Bible itself and others based on gations. While the motive may ap- $6.00; pioneers: $5.00) -French Society publications, such as The pear to be good, would this not a The February 15, 1990, Spanish- Watchtower, Awake!, My Book of Bi- amount to using theocratic connec- language issue of The Watcht~werble Storks, and Listening to the Great tions for per&nal advantage? (See have listed an Teacher. Kingdom melodies and sev- Our Kingdom Serufce, June 1977, language convention for JUNE 21-24 as follows: era1 dramas have been produced. page 4, and December 1979, page 4; LOS ANGELES,CA (Sign language also), However, we need to exercise caution Our Kingdom Ministry, Septem- Dodger Stadium, 1000 Elysian Park Ave. with regard to private tape record- ber 1987, page 4.) Jehovah's organi- The Los Angeles CA convention listed ings that circulate and that may aP- zation is providing more than enough for JULY 12-15 shbul& have read as fol- pear to be similar in nature. Because Bible-based instruction to train our lows: of our be~ngsuch a trustlng brother- children. Therefore, we discourage LOS ANGELES, CA (Spanish only), ~odg-hood, some may at times accept and the circulation of such tapes. er Stadium, 1000 Elysian Park Ave. listen to copies of tapes from others Some individuals may make tape Also, please note that the three New without ascertaining their origin. recordings of congregation meetings York, N.Y., district conventions are now Sometimes recorded talks that or assembly and convention pro- confirmed and are no longer tentative. circulate border on speculation or grams for their personal use. Such make use of sensational information. recordings may also be appreciated Would it not therefore be wise to fol- by members of the congregation who inS~~~~d~~$~~$~~$~~~S$~~~low Paul's counsel at 2 Timothy 3:14? for some good reason are not able to CZimas At Hand!: There Paul, after warning about im- be present at the meetings. However, March 5: Pages 243* to 251" postors, stressed the importance of these should not be made for distribu- March 12: Pages 251" to 258' knowing the persons we are listening tion among the brothers in general March 19: Pages 258" to 264 to. We need to make sure that we do or offered for sale to others. May we March 26: Pages 265 to 270* not listen to anything that goes "be- make full use of all that Jehovah has - yond the things that are written" in provided through his organization for * To or from subheading. the Holy Scriptures and in the spiritu- our spiritual encouragement and up- *To or from chapter heading. al food provided by "the faithful and building. 3 + Australia was pleased to report a new peak of 51,152 publishers in October, a 5.3-percent increase over the same With Discernment might open the present Topic for month last year. There were 5,422 sub- 1 The apostle Paul emphasized the Conversation by saying: "We have scriptions obtained, an excellent total need to use discernment in present- been talking with parents in the com- compared with 2,981 last October. ing the good news to people with dif- munity about guidelines they provide + Hong Kong reported a new peak of fering beliefs and backgrounds. In for their children. Many parents are 2,032 publishers for October. The total our day, some people profess to be concerned the lack Of of 4.51 1 subscri~tionsobtained was the in best ever in a subscription campaign, religious, while others are not spiritu- guidance for children the school more than twice the number ~reviouslv ally inclined and do not appreciate System. Have you Observed a prob- obtained in one month. spiritual values. AS publishers of the lem along these lines?" Listen to the + Jamaica had a peak of 8,701 publlsh- good news, we must make the ~i~~-householder's response. If the re- ers in October. dam message appealing people of sponse indicates that the household- + In October, Nigeria reported 139,150 all sorts" by using discernment in the er has a religious leaning, You might publishers, their second peak for the ministry.-1 Cor. 9:19-23. continue: "It is interesting that the new service year. They also had new Bible points to the need for us and peaks of 9,244 regular pioneers and UNDERSTANDINGTHE HOUSEHOLDER 183,701 home Bible studies. Our children to receive wise direc- + District conventions in the Solomon The practical a~~licatio?of dis- tion. Notice what is stated here at Islands were attended by 2,339, with 37 cernment in the field SerVlCe lnv0lveS Proverbs 14:12." After reading the baptized. The peak publisher figure was the ability to adapt our presentation scripture, you might say: "1 was 777. to the householder's interests. This reading something just recently that DECEMBER SERVICE REPORT requires good preparation. BY being stressed how practical the Bible's thoroughly familiar with the wide va- counsel is for us.n T~~~ to page 174 Av. Av. Av. Av. riety of subjects considered in the of ~h~ ~ibl~-~~d~~word or M~~'~? Pubs. Hrs. Mags. R.V. BI.St. books and magazines available, the and read the last paragraph in the Spl Pios. 226 125.4 74.5 55.5 5.5 publisher can be ready to present the chapter. Offer the book for $1. Pios. 65,050 75.6 32.1 25.8 2.5 Aux.Pios. 44,672 55.7 24.2 15.0 1.2 good news with a variety of talking 5 If the householder's response indi- points. As we talk to older ones, cates that he does not value the Bi- Pubs. 696,274 9.2 5.6 3.6 0.4 youths, family heads, housewives, ble's advice, you can show discern- TOTAL 806,222 women in the work force, and others, ment by altering your presentation Newly Dedicated Ones Baptized: 2,556 we need to take into account their and saying: i'~~you mind if I ask why Without Letup (Cont'd) personal circumstances and use dis- you came to that conclusion?^ ~ft~~We can keep active and make cernment in selecting material to listening to the response, you might present. our ministry successful if we put our continue: "I can understand why you trust in Jehovah and rely upon his AS You the.househo1der9 feel the way you do. In fact, recently be alert to the surroundings. You may strength to sustain us. Always have I read something in this in mind that Jehovah is the one who be able to discern that the household- that sure you would find interest- er is a parent, of a particular religious makes the field productive. (1 Cor. ing." Turn to page 6 and read para- 3:6) In answer to our prayers for background, quite interested in the graphs and 4. Also, read the first care of his home, and so forth. With help, Jehovah provides counsel, prac- sentence in paragraph on page 7. tical instruction, and an abundant ~~~~2~t~nt~iif~~~0~~$"1~~~fAsk the householder if he would like supply of Bible literature for our per- circumstances and interests. By tact- to 'Onsider what Other sonal use and for helping others to ful, discreet questions and attentive- cept as proof of the authen- come to know him. Are we taking full ly listening to the person's comments, ticity. advantage of these provisions? AS We prepare and show dis- you may discern his beliefs and feel- MAINTAIN A RIGHT ATTITUDE ings and then determine the best way cernment in Jehovah's service, we Vf we have a negative attitude, to continue your presentation. will be able to say as did the apostle Paul, "I have become all things to peo- that can be a serious obstacle in the TAILORING YOUR PRESENTATION ple of all sorts, that I might by all way of a productive ministry. If we If on your approach to the house means save some."-1 Cor. 9:22; have formed an unfavorable opinion you observe toys or children, you Prov. 19% about the people in our territory on the basis of their previous unrespon- Increased Activity (Cont'd) ments for gr_orp_ witnessing where siveness, that attitude will be reflect- subscriptions. Endeavor to become necessary. ed in our tone of voice, facial expres- thoroughly familiar with- es-h issu6 Thin$ serious1 about your sion, and lack of diligent preparation arSoon-as-m-f@eiv~~i~iTTcircumstances, szh as family re- for the field service. We have re- stiinulate your zeal for presenting it spo'nsibilities, physical hea1th;wm: ceived the commission to preach and in the field when offering subscrip- lar work 3r school scheXiG. If you teach, and we have not been told that tions and individual copies or when are unabie to pioneer aMiis time, to the work is finished. Our desire to be presenting two magazines with one of what eXFZif-TaX-yas tncrease. yau obedient and submissive to divine di- the brochures to those who do not parbcipad1n~e~k-nwss.by?rection should move us to continue subscribe. Certainly Jehovah is pleased with our ministry without letup. Can you make room in per- wk?plersouled ser-at expresses Jehovah's purpose regarding the sonal scheame to auGliar~jioneerour love and appreciation for him and warning of the wicked and the gath- during April and MayzIf several pub- for the precious gift of his Son, Jesus. ering in of disciples will be accom- lishers in the congregation arrange to As we examine ourselves in the light plished before the end comes. We can pioneer at the same time, they can of God's Word and brace up our minds share in the joy of the ministry now help and encourage one another dur- for activity, we can be confident of and look forward to eternal blessing this special period of increased having Jehovah's spirit to sustain us ings among God's people if we dem- activity. The elders will be please4 to in offering acceptable sacrifices of onstrate our faith and love by con- help by m@ng additional arrange- praise.-Heb. 13:15. tinuing our ministry without letup. 4 Understanding the role of Jesus what we learn from Word. Je- Christ in the outworking of Jeho- sus was a high priest without fault, vah's purposes is vital. Jesus gave his "separated from the sinners." (Heb. life as a ransom- obedient man- 7:26) H~ was not uilt of sa one kind. (Matt. 20:28) Without Jeho- thing a*d dOinL'\*otyeri r2 low vah's loving provisions through Jesus sl&z -' ., How would you make ; and adorn our ministry by applying (UOntinueZn page 7, col. 2) a return visit 1. On a Memorial attender? I Boldly Marethe Good News ii l 2. On a magazine placement? ed back to their fellow disciples. In 3. Where previous call was brief or interrupted? rye, ;' ' Lk "' APRlL 23-29 Preaching with discernment 1. Why do we need to be discerning in offering subscriptions? DISPLAYING CONFIDENCE 2. How can we offer subscriptions IN JEHOVAH on a complete donation basis? The apostles were confident m- 3. Are we soliciting funds? (rs, vah was backin theniTAll the promises ~ehova: had made through p. 20, last subhead) his Word were proving true. And the &?; , ' ones to be fulfilled were guaranteed . APRlL 30-MAY 6 by means of Jesus Christ. Do we have Topic for Conversation for May this same confidence to ly tlie good news? While we o not 1. Review the main points. skeak in to- or heal the am, 2. Who bears the costs of our yenevertheless hftve abundant evi- ministry? dence of Je-. When we see the fulfillment of- Bible proph- 3. Are we engaged in public fund- ecy, are we moved to.speak the good raising? (Continued on page 8, col. 1) Meetings to Help Us Make Disciples

WEEK STARTING APRIL 2 * q%min: The Bible's Viewpoint. Talk problems encountered at place of em- brig 87 and demonstration. sincethe July 8, ployment; how to resolve problems o min: Local announcements. Re- 1985, issue of Awake!, "The Bible's between brothers or marriage mates. mind all that Memorial will be Tues- Viewpoint" has been an interesting Use information that will be most day evening, April 10. Give time of feature of the magazine. The arti- helpful to local congregation. celebration, and outline local ar- cles concerning the Bile's position 10 min: Blessings From ~pplyingr rangements. Special effort to be on the subjects discussed are de- What We Learn. Have well-prepared made on weekend to invite interest- signed for the inquiring mind, experiences related on how things ed persons. Demonstrate inviting Bi- whether a person believes in the Bi- ble student to Memorial. learned have been applied and the ble or not. Oftentimes the articles blessings that have come to individu- 20 min: "Presenting the Good News give a fresh approach to subjects -By Boldly mering Subscriptions." als who have applied them. Local ex- - explained previously. Are we using periences are best, but if needed, Questions and answers. After para- this feature in the field ministry? graph 4, present a demonstration us- ones from 1990 Yearbook may be The articles are short and to the used.-See pages 7-9, 43-5 50-3, ing new Topic for Conversation. Fea- point, being two pages in length. Re- 57-8.64. A/& -%wA $..BC?C-5 ture points from lead articles on view with audience several of these - peace in The Watchtower. One mak- Song 75 and concluding prayer. ing presentation should be positive articles that are appropriate to your T. p/o- local territory. Demonstrate how ar- when offering subscription on a com- WEEK STARTING APRIL 30 plete donation basis. ticles may be featured in the minis- -..ny. Song 200 Rfi 15 min: "Memorial-The Christian &e~g92 and concluding prayer. 10 min: Local announcements. Ask Celebration." Questions and answers for experiences enjoyed by those WEEK STARTING APRIL 23 After aaraera~h6, briefly demon1 W. who auxiliary pioneered during strate ialliig io remind one previ-Wg lO6dLJ April. ously invited, then ask congregation 10 rnin: cal announcements and 15 min: Planning Ahead for SpiritualJ to relate how they plan to invite new Theocratic News. Speaker should Good Times. Presiding overseer dis- ones to the Memorial and help them also discuss with audience what cusses with audience the plans that to attend. Remind congregation that could be said when featuring May 1 need to be made for coming months, printed invitations are available. issue of The Watchtower. One might including attending assigned p- Song 181and concluding prayer. Say that true peace could only come vention (accommodations, travel ar- by means of a ruler strong enough to isments, time off from work, guarantee it. Psalm 72:7 says God's preparatiola for baptism by pro- $BN^w~~~s'T~R~~~~ APRIL Q C/ 4 Kingdom under Christ will bring spective candidate- so forth), Song 148 abundance of peace. As a righteous auxiliary pioneering, and possibly ruler, he could do away with the working seldom-work Y- wicked and even assure the resur- ~Hed rection of those who have died. (Ps. activity by youngstws who are QP 37:10, 11) Point out specilk points vacation. Make this a summer to re- from May 1issue that may be used rn-r by wise planning now. March. Commend for good work ac- on magazine day or when offering 20 min: "Bearing Fruit With ~n-? ,complishfq fi~rr,Ke :zt.gr subscription on a complete donation durance." Talk on material on pag- Mmin: Honor Jesus &st- he basis. J es 253-5 of the 1990 Yearbook. Foundation of our Faith." Question- 2. minE4Be Wise-Apply the ~h~~ 1 Warmly commend publishers for the and-answer discussion. / That You Learn." discusses local congregation's share in boldly :, The Value of the Good News material with audience. Emphasize witnessing and bearing fruit despite in Our Lives. Talk. Material can be need to study publications carefully trials and dimcult circumstances. found in January 1, 1990, watch- so that what is learned may be re- Song 72 and concluding prayer. toeaer~pages 4-6. Arrange prepared membered and applied. Call attention from the congregation as to practical points from recent publi- Schedule for congregation studies to how the good news has in the book Revehtion-Its Grand cations that have local application. 1 Climaz At Hand!: them to improve their lives. Examples: how youths can deal with mglg3 and prayer' 1 April 2: Pages 270%to 275% .. "A. situations at school; how to handle April 9: Pages 275%to 279* WEEK STARTING APRIL 16 JANUARY sERV'CE qg23 April 16: pages 279' to 282% I."LT a d.&gand Av. Av. Av Av 10 min: Local annou ce Pubs. Hrs. Mags. ~.i.BI.S~. April 23: Pages 282%to 286* Lpertinent Announcements "Om Our Spl Pior 239 128.4 82.0 55.1 5.4 April 30: P~s286* to 290A Kingdom Ministry. Pios. 64,570 82.6 35.3 27.9 2.7 - 20 min: "Boldly Declare the Good AUX. Pios. 28,093 58.9 25.3 17.2 1.5 r TO Or from subheading. News." Question-and-answer discus- pubs. 714,934 9.7 6.0 3.8 0.5 sion of material. Read paragraphs as TOTAL 807,836 * TOo

8 1990 Watch Tower Bible and Tract Society of Pennsylvania All rights reserved. Our Kingdom Ministry (USPS 295-3613) is published monthly by Watchtower Bible and Tract Society of New York, Inc., and International Bible Students Association, 25 Columbia Heights, Bmoklyn. N.Y. 11201. Second-class postage paid at Brooklyn. N.Y.. and at additional mailKg o5ees. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Watchtower, 25 Columbia Heights. Brooklyn. N.Y. 1l201. Printed In USA n Be Wise-Apply the Things That You Learn

It is the goal of most humans to live a the happiness that could be theirs. They happy, peaceful life. Thousands of books may even adversely affect the happiness of and articles give advice on how to have a others around them by the things they say successful marriage, how to raise children, and do. How could this be so? It is simply how to succeed financially, how to acquire because they do not apply God's wisdom in and maintain good health, and numerous their lives. They may attend congregation other subjects related to helping people meetings, circuit assemblies, and district achieve happiness. Although some practical conventions. They may be up-to-date on wisdom may be found in worldly publics- what the Society's publications say, but tions, most people in the world are anything their life-style and the manner in which but happy and peaceful. Why is this so? they deal with others, including fellow 2 ~h~ answer can be found in the ~ibl~at Christians, does not reflect application of Proverbs 1: 7, which says: "The f ear of Jeho- the truth they have learned. What needs to vah is the beginning of knowledge. wisdom be done? Such persons need to concentrate and discipline are what mere fools have de- on "sowing with a view to the spirit" so that spised." A person cannot expect to have they may bring true happiness into their peace and happiness if he does not acknowl- OW" lives and contribute to the happiness of edge and respect the Source of true knowl- 6:79 '. edge and wisdom, Jehovah God. WHAT TO APPLY The world is spiritually impoverished 5 ~f we individually become lax, let dom -famished. ~ronically,this sad state of af- 0, guard, and succumb to Satan, the world, fairs is self-imposed, since an abundance of 0, 0, imperfect flesh, we will lose the joy spiritual food is available to all throughout of having a close relationship with Jehovah, the earth, and it is free for the taking. (Prov. Now, more than ever before, it is necessary 1:20, 21; Rev. 22:17) Because people in the to be alert to apply the things we learn at world reject wisdom from Jehovah, they our congregation meetings and assemblies continue to stumble about in spiritual dark- as well as through other provisions of the ness. (Prov. 1:22-32) On the other hand, as organization. The world in which we live is J&ovah's people, who respect his laws and a dangerous place that is constantly chang- follow his commandments, we are spiritual- ing. We need to be alert to apply the coun- 1~ well-fed and happy. (Isa. 65:13,14) Also, sel Jehovah lovingly provides through "the the love that abounds in God's organization faithful and discreet slave," recognizing it identifies us as Christ's true disciples. (John as food at the proper time.-Matt. 24:45-47. 13~35)Yes, the worldwide brotherhood of 6 1, the current program for our special Jehovah's Witnesses gives living proof that assembly day, much good information is adherence to Bible teachings is the wise provided on how to stand fim as one flock. course to follow. Practical suggestions are given on how to Still, some who are associated with Jeho- combat weakening influences, such as dis- vah's organization may not be experiencing couraging circumstances, the worldly spirit 3 OUR KINGDOM MINISTRY,APRlL 1990 of independence, and time-wasting distrac- ment for others inside and outside the con- tions. Are we putting into practice the good gregation.-Eph. 6:4; 1Tim. 3:4,12,13. counsel to trust fully in Jehovah and his ways, to recognize and submit to theocratic WHO TO HELP authority, to be humble and modest, and to Among those attending the Memorial buy out the opportune time for theocratic each year are many who need further en- pursuits? (Mic. 6:8; Eph. 5:15, 16; Heb. couragement to apply what they learn and 6:lO; 13:17) Are family members helping to associate actively with the organization. one another to conform to a Christian Loving consideration can be shown to our course of life? Our selection of entertain- Bible students by teaching them how to ment, our habits, and our daily routines apply Bible principles in their lives and how should be affected by the counsel we receive to carry out God's righteous commands. We from the Scriptures. Unless there is diligent should demonstrate concern for those who effort to apply the things learned, there will are progressing toward becoming our broth- be little or no spiritual progress, and our ers and sisters in the faith. peace of mind and happiness will be dected Any who have become irregular or inac- adversely.-Phil. 4: 7-9; Jas. 1:22-25. tive should be helped to see the need to A concerted effort in person'al and fami- share in regular activity with the organiza- ly study is needed. The Watch Tower Publi- tion. They need to regain the peace and cations Index can direct us to detailed in- happiness that they previously enjoyed formation about the application of Bible when serving Jehovah more fully. (John 13: principles. The Young People Ask book is an 17) By kindly helping them to rekindle their excellent aid for parents to use in helping appreciation for the truth and "offer to God their children cope with today's complicated a sacrifice of praise," they will be able to satanic world. By referring to such materi- apply the things they learn and stay on the al, we will get Jehovah's viewpoint on mat- road to life.-Heb. 13:15; see Our King- ters and can be guided by righteous princi- dom Service, June 1979, page 7, and Feb- ples. Not doing this would be like having ruary 1977, page 3. medicine for an illness but never taking it, l1 All God's people need to keep pace with even though we know it would alleviate the Jehovah's fast-moving organization. We malady afflicting us. Regular personal and cannot allow ourselves to be lured into com- family study will make our faith grow and placency. We must always maintain our give us the strength to endure. In a time of spirituality, keeping abreast of the latest testing, our faith will not wither, causing us information provided through God's organi- to fall away.-Matt. 13:6; Luke 8:13; Heb. zation and making ready application of it. 2:l. This takes diligent effort and at times per- Elders and ministerial servants must set sonal sacrifice. But Jehovah does not ask of an example in presiding over their house- us what we are not capable of doing. He is holds. This would include helping their our Creator, and he knows what is best for wives and children to apply the things they us. Let us therefore prove ourselves wise by are learning from God's Word and organiza- continuing to be taught by Jehovah and to tion so as to keep spiritually strong. In this apply the things we learn. This will bring way, the family as a whole can be exemplary praise to him and result in everlasting ben- in Christian living and provide encourage- efit for us.-Isa. 48:17; 54:13. Closed-book review on material covered in Theocratic Ministry School assignments for the weeks of January 1to April 23,1990. Use a separate sheet of paper to write down answers to as many of the questions as you can in the time allotted. [Note: During the written review, only the Bible may be used to answer any question. References that follow the questions are for your personal research. Page and paragraph numbers may not appear on all references to The Watchtower.]

Answer each of the folzowing statements 9. Only Luke records that on one occasion True or False: Jesus miraculously restored the ear of 1. First Thessalonians apparently enjoys the high priest's slave. [Weekly Bible the distinction of being the first of Paul's reading; see w89 11/15 p. 24.1 letters to become part of the Bible canon. [si p. 227 par. 11 10. Jesus' statement at John 9:41, ''If you were blind, you would have no sin," 2. Although the Mosaic Law covenant had means that some humans are sinless. fenced off Gentiles from Jews, they be- [Weekly Bible reading; see w88 8/1 came united in approach to God through p. 31.1 Christ. [si p. 220 par. 101 Answer the following questions: 3. One of the benefits of Paul's imprisonment at Rome was that the brothers 11. What release were the Galatians ignor- were encouraged to speak the word of ing? [si p. 217 par. 111 God fearlessly. [si p. 223 par. 81 12. How did the Philippians come to hear 4. The congregation at Colossae had the good news? [si p. 222 pars. 1'21 learned of the undeserved kindness of God as a result of Paul's preaching the 13. What resulted from the eafly success good news among them. [si p. 225 par. 61 of Paul's ministry at Thessalonica? [si p. 227 pars. 3'41 5. The modern-day remnant of anointed Christians will not precede early anoint- 14. What is the point of the illustration at ed ones in the resurrection. [si p. 228 Luke 12: 16-21? [Weekly Bible reading; par. lo] see w86 7/15 p. 31.1

6. Some misunderstood ~aul'swords in his 15. What meaning did Jesus' words at Luke first letter to the Thessalonians and con- 23:30 have in his generation? [Weekly tended that the presence of the Lord was Bible reading; see re p. 112 par. 28.1 imminent. [si p. 230 par. 31 7. Luke 3:1, 2 would indicate that Luke 16. According to John 4:27, why was was a careful researcher and that he there such a reaction to the fact that consulted public records. [Weekly Bible Jesus spoke with the Samaritan woman? reading; see w89 11/15 p. 24.1 [Weekly Bible reading; see w90 3/15.] 8. At Luke 17:30 Jesus was illustrating an 17. What two groups of people today re- attitude; eternal judgments were not in- spond to Jesus' voice, follow his lead, and volved. [Weekly Bible reading; see w88 enjoy his tender care? (John 10:27, 28) 6/1 p. 31.1 [Weekly Bible reading; see w90 3/15.] 18. When was 2 Thessalonians written? [si 27. While Paul was in Corinth, he sent (Tim- p. 230 par. 41 othy; Titus; Barnabas) to the congregation at Thessalonica in order to make Provide the word or g~hraa; needed to their faith firm and to comfort them. [si complete each of the foZZowing p. 228 par. 81 statements: 19. In Galatians, Paul argued 'mat a man is 28. It seems that the only one of the 12 declared righteous, not due to works of apostles from Judea was (Peter; Mat- law, but . [si p. 217 par. 91 thew; Judas Iscariot). (Luke 6:12-16) [Weekly Bible reading; see w86 9/1 20. Wives should be in to hus- P. 8.1 bands, even as the congregation is in to the Christ. [si p. 221 29. Only (Mark; Luke; John) tells us of Je- par. 141 sus' prehuman existence. [Weekly Bible reading; see w90 3/15.] 21. A Bible book that emphasized the God-given superiority of Christ in the 30. The great goddess in Ephesus was face of heathen philosophy, worship (Venus; Artemis; Aphrodite). [si p. 219 of angels, and Jewish traditions was par. 51 . [si p. 225 par. 51 Match the following scriptures to the statements Zisted below: 22. According to 2 Thessalonians, the day of Jehovah will not come unless Luke 5:l-6; Luke 8:30-32; Luke 16:9; comes first and gets revealed. John 7:37; Col. 2:8 [si p. 230 par. 61 31. As long as we are alive, we should use our money in a way that will make 23. The only Gospel account that gives the friends with Jehovah God and his Son, parable of the neighborly Samaritan is Jesus. [Weekly Bible reading; see g88 that of . [Weekly Bible read- 4/22 p. 8.1 ing; see w89 11/15 p. 24.1 32. Jesus here alluded to a custom added to 24. Being of short stature, , a the eight-day Festival of Booths. [Week- chief tax collector, climbed a tree to see ly Bible reading; see w90 3/15.] Jesus. [Weekly Bible reading; see w89 11/15 p. 24.1 33. The demons are aware that an abyssing is God's eventual judgment for them. Select the correct answer in each of the [Weekly Bible reading; see w87 5/15 foZZowing statements: P. 8.1 25. 'The disciple Jesus loved' was (Peter; John; Paul). (John 13:23) [Weekly Bible 34. The apostle Paul here sounded a warn- reading; see w90 3/15.] ing. [si p. 225 par. 91

26. Paul especially commended the congre- 35. One of six miracles that are unique to gation at (Corinth; Ephesus; Philippi) Luke's Gospel. [Weekly Bible reading; for generous giving. [si p. 223 par. 111 see w89 11/15 p. 24.1 6 Announcements I Memorial Literature offer for April and May: Watchtower subscri~tion.one-vear I -The Christian Celebration subscriptions to semhonthly editions Jesus instituted the Memorial on are available on a complete donation 5 ~h~ elders will also want to se- basis. Six-month subscriptions to semi- Nisan 14,33 C-E-,and he instructed lect brothers who are exemplary monthly editions and one-year sub- his apostles: "Keep doing this in re- and well-qualified, preferably elders scriptions to monthly editions can also membrance of me." (Luke 22:19) or ministerial servants, to serve be obtained. When the subscription is The apostle Paul explained that by the emblems. They should be well- not obtained, two magazines and a so doing "you keep proclaiming the organized and should understand copy of any brochure, except the death of the Lord, until he arrives." precisely what their assignment en- School brochure, may be offered. June: (1Cor. 11:26) It is fitting to memori- tails. Those serving as attendants Survival Into a New Earth. July and alize Jesus' death because of all it should be briefed as to their duties, August: Any 32-page brochure, except accomplishes in the outworking of such as directing persons into and Jehovah's purpose. The sac- out of the hall as well as controlling rifice provides the very basis for our the added automobile trafic. Par- faith and gives us hope of future ex- timllar,v------is this.. .. - im~ortant...... ? . in.. . cases.. . consigned tocongregations and includ- istence. where several congregations will be Since the beginning of the Chris- ed~~rilliterature shipments. It the same Kingdom Or will not be necessary to order these. tian congregation, Jesus' disciples Kingdom Arrange- Based on the size of each congrega- have faithfully celebrated the Me- ments be made to en- tion, consignments in lots of 25 will morial of his death. In modern times sure that the speaker is properly in- it was reported as early as 1899 that be made. If additional badge cards are formed Of the time and Of needed by the congregation, these 2,501 in the United States participat- the celebration.-For additional re- should be ordered on a Literature Or- ed in the Memorial celebration, Now, der form (S-14). It is necessary to or- 91 years later, Nisan 14 falls on minders on things to prepare for the der plastic badge card holders for any Tuesday, ~~~il10, after sundown, Memorial, see The Watchtower, Feb- in the congregation that desire them. ruary 15,1985, page 19, and Febru- and close to two million people in ary 15,19903 pages 16-18; Our King- The holders are available from the So- the United states are expected to 4. ciety. observe this annual celebration. dom Minist~y,March 1989, page PERSONAL PREPARATION Where practical, elders should in- PREPARATION REQUIRED tensify arrangements for. congrega- BY ELDERS All of us should endeavor to de- tions to share ' g as In view of the importance of this rive full beneflt from this most sacred daylight horoccasion and the expected large at- celebration. Among other things, we The material on pages 266-9 of the tendance, the congregations make can prepare ourselves mentally by Reasoning book may be helpful in in- advance preparation. (1Cor. 14:40) following closely the Bible reading viting persons to attend the Memori- Ritual and stiff formality are not infor April 5-10, as noted on the 1990 al. However, for up-to-date informa- volved. No, for at Matthew 26:26-30 Calendar of Jehovah's Witnesses. tion on John 6:53, 54, refer to The we note the simplicity with which Also, we should make plans to invite Watchtower of February 15, 1986, this very important celebration was and assist as many persons as possible pages 19, 30, 31. initiated by Jesus. (1Cor. 11:23-26) to attend this very special occasion. And we should make those who at- a Sta ' with k of June But some essential details must be 199c%continu=ough the we% observed if the Memorial is to be cel- tend feel welcome. of September 17, the brochure Should ebrated correctly. What do these in- By thorough advance prepara- YOU Believe in the Trin&i? wme clude? tion, we will show that we view considered at the Congregation Book Among other things, the elders attendance at the Memorial as a Study. Questions to be used for this make sure that respect is shown for privilege and as an opportunity to study will be published as an insert to the Lord's Evening Meal by having show appreciation for the sacrace of the June 1990 Our Kingdom Ministry. the proper type of emblems. Unleav- Christ. May this year's Memorial cel- This detailed consideration of the Trin- enedbread,suchasunseasonedJew- ebration prove to be a time of up- itg brochure will require careful prepa- ish matzoth, made only with wheat building encouragement to all of Je- ration on the part of the book study flour and water may be used. Also, hovah's servants. May it instill in all conductor and all who attend. Being only an unadulterated red grape of us the spirit of confidence dis- present each week at the Congregation wine, such as Chianti, Burgundy, or played by Jesus. Our trust in Jeho- Book Study will help equip us to use this a claret, should be used. A home- vah will help us conquer the world brochure more effectively in the field made red wine may be used if it has and gain our respective rewards. service. not been sweetened, spiced, or forti- -John 16:33; 2 Pet. 1:lO; Rev. 7: a New Publications Available: fled. 9.7 10.--, 14.-- The Bible -Laotian Honor Jesus Christ (Cont'd) to make sure that someone c The able-God's or Man'S? the pu@h-ho ta'ned the sub- ttan o ers e e p the:% -Cebuano' 110k07 scri tion may hav::n increased re- With lofzmay Questions Young People Ask-An- dityand privile to progress to the point of sharing in swers That work -Cebuanop Je ova aiithdblethz the ministry before the next celebra- Iloko, Tagalog -;rovh3:9. tion of the Lord's Evening Meal. Reasoning From the Scriptures A huge- crowd of ~eo~lewho are HOWthankful we are Tor the lov- -Romanian not yemnesses shbw-res~f~ ing sacrifice of our Redeemer, Jesus! Should You Believe in the TriniCyB Jesus by attending t~6-~oriil.He has provided us with a sure hope. -Cebuano, Iloko, Could these be helpeg to make great- His life pattern and thp.rer?nrdnfbia Japanese, Tagalog eFs~iritua1Dronress through a Der- ministry serve ~erfertexmnpk~ (Continued on page 8, col. 3) sonil Bible stuzy? It woulz be good for us to-w. + ring the months of October ant November, 28 district conventions By Boldly Offering is necessary in order to "keep liv- were held in Argentina with an atten- Subscriptions ing." (Prov. 9:l-6) Being thus con- dance of 130,262. The 79,858 pub- vinced, we will offer the subscription lishers reporting activity for Novem- The Watchtower is unquestion- ber represents a new all-time peak. ably the finest Bible study magazine with a positive attitude, recogniz- on the face of the earth! Are you ing that we have what others need. + Iceland reported a new peak of 233 Carefully pore over each issue to publishers in November. There was a convinced that this is true? If so, find statements that you believe may peak attendance of 382 at their re- then should not everyone be given be helpful to householders. Such ad- cent special assembly day. the opportunity to obtain it? vance preparation will aid you in + Ireland reported their 20th consec- ZHow have you personally been reflecting a positive spirit when pre- utive publisher peak of 3,255 during helped by reading The Watchtower senting these magazines in the min- November. It was encouraging to note and Awake!? Likely we could each istry. that 78 were baptized at the recent relate ways the magazines have In the past, some may have been series of special assembly days. helped us. Some might say that they negative about offering subscrip- + Madagascar had an 8-percent in- have been the primary means of tions. Perhaps the cost of the sub- crease in November with a new peak alerting us to the significance of the scription has held some publishers of 3,424 publishers reporting. times in which we live. Or they have back from offering it. Offering sub- + St. Maarten had a new peak of 141 enabled us to learn the true meaning scriptions on a complete donation publishers in November,a 17-percent of "the signs of the times" that per- basis should prove exciting to all increase. Their special assembly day plex mankind today. (Matt. 16r3) proclaimers of the good news. It will was attended by 282. Others would say that they have also be challenging. Why? Costs for + Zimbabwe reached a new peak of been comforted by the good news mailing, paper, and printing presses 17,113 publishers for November.They that God's Kingdom will soon de- continue to rise. We cannot afford to are conducting a total of 19,190 Bible stroy those who oppress their fel- waste our valuable magazines. For studies. lowmen. The Watchtower has cham- the Society's subscription arrange- + The fifth class of the Ministerial pioned that thought from its very ment to continue, contributions to Training School in the United States beginning over 110 years ago. The the Society for its worldwide work graduated in Los Angeles, California Awake! has alerted people to the sig- will have to keep pace with these on Sunday, January 14,1990. The 20 nificance of the events in our time graduates were assigned to serve in costs. six different lands outside the United for over 70 years. Undoubtedly we States. would all say that these remarkable CARRY ON WITH BOLDNESS Bible journals have helped us to We have every reason to be bold Announcements (ContJd) build faith in the ransom provision in our ministry-we have Jehovah's New Cassette Recordings Available: that gives imperfect humans the op- backing. (Acts 14:3) One of the pri- Jehovah's Judgment Against Law- portunity to gain eternal life. Others mary instruments that Jehovah is Defying People-Drama (single need to learn these truths. using to spread the good news today cassette) -English is The Watchtower. If we place sub- Listening to the Great Teacher (set BE POSITIVE IN YOUR OUTLOOK scriptions and then follow up with of five cassettes and a book in an God's wisdom and not human rea- encouragement to read the maga- album) -Portuguese soning is stressed in Watch- The zines, our diligent effort may save Numbers (set of three cassettes) tower and Awake! (Isa. 55:8,9) Such people's lives. So let us enthusiasti- -Spanish wisdom is desperately needed by cally and boldly offer subscriptions everyone today. It can improve lives to all we know and to those we meet Deuteronomy (set of three cassettes) and help develop right motives. This in the field ministry. -Spanish The February 15, 1990, Spanish- Declare the Good News (Cont'd) good news. M@y .will be auxiliary language issue of The Watchtower news of God's Kingdom with bold- pi- should have listed an additional ness? while others are arranging to do so English-language convention for It is to be expected, though, that during the summer months. Will JUNE 21-24 as follows: your circumstances allow you to ap- LOS ANGELES, CA (Sign language also), such bold. . prmwjll meet with Dodger Stadium, 1000 Elysian Park Ave. O&QQ&UIL(John 15:20) Such was ply? By makin the effort to share in the auxill-rk, wmThe Los Angeles, CA, convention the case with Jesus and the first- listed for JULY 12-15should have read century Christians. But this did wt ourselves to be like Paill and bas. At Acuitsays as follows: hinder them nor diminish the inten- - LOS ANGELES, CA (Spanish only), Dodg- Gty with which they preached. In spent considerable time with bo dness by the authority of Je- er Stadium, 1000 Elysian Park Ave. fact, such o-u-ve hovah.'jIf we are able to buv-out time The dates for the Bismarck, North them greater G~ortunitiesto spread from other activities30 mend at least Dakota, district convention have been the Kinadom good news.i (Acts 4: I 60 hours in the field min'istry during changed to June 28-July 1, 1990, one 3, 8-13aT ~ecGseof our dhristian one month, our blessings will uk week earlier than previously listed. adherence to God's Word on vital is- d-tedly -. sues, we are oftentimes called on to Being bold in the ministry is espe- TOPIC FOR CONVIRSATION give a reason for our stand. W-mcially helpful when offering subscriptions. The magazines contain a lifi- God Will Soon Bring Peace. saving message based on God's Ps. 72:7-God's Word Word. So let us not h-but promises peace. his apostles. preach with boldness in imitation of Auxiliary pioneering affords us our Exemplar, Jesus, and his apos- Ps. 37: 10, 1 1-True peace will greater opportunities to declare the tles. come soon. Shar@piiitual Riches With Others 121 Moses, m*ern-day and help them fill thespiritual need Witnesses of Jehovah know that the (Matt 5.3) This requires that we taki material treasures of this world can- of every opportunity to not compare in value with spiritual adv&tage riches. Web. 11:26) Money may buy witness formally and informally. houses, cars, and other possessions, ing5 In has some been veryareas, productive evening witness- because but it cannot buy life, peace of mind, to be MINISTRY or the approval and blessing of Jeho- then.more Havepeople you are tried likely working doorhome to ) vah God. door an hour or so before your Con- ' mowledge and undemtanding Of gregation Book Study or on another MAY 1990 God's Word and Purpose are true evening during the week? Why not Vol. 33, No. 5 spiritual riches. (Col. 2:3) These make definite arrangements to do unique riches can bring genuine hap- this? ~t may prove to be very reward- FOR UNITED STATES OFAMERlCA piness now, along with a solid hope ing for you. for the future. How favored we are to 6 canyou find appropriate times to have received such spiritual riches! witness at your place of work? one Meetings for Field h~i- HOW TO WE OTHERS RICH sister laid several magazines on her We can help make many others desk so that fellow employees could MAY 7- 13 spiritually rich by introducing them see them as they passed by. Before How can we effectively to 1% Watchtower, since it can lead the morning was over, all the maga- them to 'hidden treasures' of godly zines were placed. Quite a number of 1. Make return visits? wisdom. (Prov. 2:4) During May, we her coworkers showed genuine inter- 2. Start magazine routes? will offer the Watchtower subscrip- est, and she was able to place 18 sub- 3. Cover our territory? tion on every appropriate occasion. scriptions. If we keep in mind how The Watch- Silver, gold, and all other materi- MAY 14-20 towfir has enriched our lives, we will a1 treasures cannot compare to the not hold back but will seek out ways spiritual riches of knowledge and How may a Bible study to offer it to as many people as we understanding that we have gained be started can. (Prov. 3:27) Make notations of through Jehov~h'sorganization and 1. With a householder on your addresses where individual maga- our study of the Bible. Genuine hap- magazine route? zines and brochures are placed, with piness, ways of pleasantness, peace, a view to following up and regularly "length of daysw-even eternal hfe- 2. In territory where much litera-supplying magazines by having your all become possible to those who seek ture has been placed? own route. spiritual riches. (Prov. 313-18) By 3. By just using the Bible? In a spiritual sense, how can sharing our spiritual riches with oth- we be lie the God-fearing man of ers, we show our appreciation for MAY 21-27 Psalm 112 who distributed widely his what we have received and we How might we reply valuable things? (Ps. 112:1,3,9) We gain Jehovah's continued blessing. if householder says: need to search for sheeplike people -Prov. 19:17. 1. "I am familiar with your work? Bear Witness to the Truth (rs p. 20) Jesus made it clear that he had 145.10-13) 2. 'Why don't you get in come into the world to bear witness to helping the community?" (rs the truth. He declared: "For this I of dall llvmg, the p. and b~undanceof . 207-8) have been born, and for this I have could easily divert us fr- 3. Why does God permit such ~~~~~t~~~~~h~nessinp actrwty. rnererore, we need (rs wickedness?" p. 430) 18:37. toxeep in focus the urgency of bearing witness to the truth about God MAY 28-JUNE 3 z By his zealous Jesus honored Jehovah's name. He also and his Kingdom. we must nmw When speaking to showed enuin lo for the people Om- fmmthis a householder, how can 7niEirsad spiritual that we hkve -Matt. b 24: 1. Questions be used to draw him state- M r' hew wrote come into a conversation? activity.&d Jesus set out 14i 28:191 20) K e~ingbusyhJeh0- of all the cities and villages, teach- V" service is! rofWkion for US, 2. lllustrations be used to awaken ing in their synagogues and preach- and it Can bring bene#s to his interest? ing the good news of the kingdom. . . those who are in need of hearing the 3. We show discernment and re- On seeing the crowds he felt r for message of truth.-1 Cor. 15:58. spect for his time? them, because they werdand Can you serve as a regular or an thrown ab ut like sheep without a a-ioneer.' Why n-onsider shepherd."gW6) Like Je- your ckc tanczs to see if you can ~NVERsAT'c-- sus, our devotron o e ovah along enlar e yzservice in this way. Are What God's Kingdom Will Do. with our love for others should move from secular work? Why Ps. 72:7-Christ the King usto. not use your time more fully in brings peace to earth. OUR VITAL ASSIGNMENT preaching? Many young ones still in Ps. 37:1 3 Genuine love for people and for s-1 have mxiliar Ion red reg- Jehovah motivates us to t-. - ularly. The:e.-&&- at Armageddon. 'ty to teach @$ both F-, Ps, 37: 1 1-Meek will live. -Jehovah and brmging JOY of heart. Dead will be resurrected. his wonderful works. (Ps. 96:2, 3; (Continued on page & col. 1) Meetings to Help Us Mqke Disciples WEEK STARTLNG MAY 7 (I?) local congregation is doing as to help them make arrangements to at- Song 67 meeting tend. Song l27and concluding Prayer- ,,,in: ~~~~l announcementsand 22 min: 'Pure selected Announcements from OUT ~~~g~~g~'D~~~~~~~convention.'' & WEEK STARTING 28 ~24 ~i~~d~~~i~i~t~.~~~i~~ -Part One. Audience discussion of and group witnessing ar- paragraphs 1-15 and a brief review of Song 29 "District Convention Reminders." 13 mi": Local ann0~nCenlentSand $ Song 65 and concluding prayer. Question Box. Discuss with audience d spiritusl Riches With offer of Sulwiva2 book during June. Others." Question-and-answer dis- i'P-' Point out how survival of God's im- cussion. Warmly encourage generos- IJ WEEK 21lzq' pending war is vital today ity in our spiritual giving. As time Song 133 P $ and that we must keep in expectation allows, have selected experiences re- 5 min: ~dcalannouncements. Brief- of this war, according to Zephani- lated on placing. Watchtower and ly highlight one or two talking points ah 3:s. To survive, we must Prac- Awah! subscriptions. from the current magazines. Outline tice God's judicial decisions. (Zeph. I 20 min: "Use Our Literature Wise- local arrangements for field service on 2:2, 3) This book shows what God ly." Question-and-answer discussion. May 28. c~ requires for survival into new world. After discussing paragraph 7, pre- upresenting the ~~~d N~~~ 17.min: ''Bear Witness to the Truth." sent two or three brief demonstra- --~.,~~~~h~ibl~studies." mestion- Question-and-answer consideration tions using some of the suggestions and-answer coverage. commendof article. Interview publishers who offered in paragraphs 4-7. publishers conducting studies and have been to arrange their Song 19 and concluding prayer. schedule so as to share in the auxilia- kindly encourage those who do not to ry pioneer work. consider what they can do to improve WEEK STARTING MAy 14b7) 15 min: 'Winning the ~attle~gainstg the situation. Briefly demonstrate Talk by ,based on Song 28 in parasaphs and 5. article in the March 890,Watch- 5 amin: Localannouncements, Tbeo- 25 min%me to the 1990 'Pure tower, pages 5-9. Introduce talk cratic News, and accounts report. Language' District Convention." by referring to the roots of severe Include any donation acknowledg- -Part TWO.Discuss with audience depression listed on page 4. This ments. Warmly commend congrega- paragraphs 16 to 36 of insert. Em- material should be presented with tion for their financial support of phasize the Scriptural principles that compassion and understanding. En- Kingdom interests. should govern our conduct at conven- courage brothers to benefit from in- ! 15 min: "What Is Your Custom?" tions. Encourage brothers to review formation and share it with others. Question-and-answer discussion. the insert with Bible students and Song 30 and concluding prayer. Highlight appreciation for meetings and need to avoid the custom of miss- Question BOX i ing meetings. Brother handling this part can include information on how What be song. The circuit overseer then uses in the special meeting that includes 30 minutes to the portion Bear Witness (Cont'd) the Congregation Book Study during c:~-yOu 5 Effectively bearing witness to the the week of the Circuit overseer's ~~~~~mArter that, he delivers a tru& reguirhs caref-g of visit? 30-minute service talk adapted espe- Our time. (Eph. 5:15, 16) -Y During the visit of the Circuit Over- bm y ? e needs of the congrega- pioneering requires an average of seer, arrangements are made for the tio~b~n~~erved.In the service talk, only two hours a day for the month. entire congregation to assemble at he gives appr ri ion Some choose to rise an hour earlier the Kingdom Hall for a special meet- and counsel ~es~~e~ so they can go out in service before ing that includes the Congregation the co% re ation an encourage going to school or work. Many con- Book Study, a consideration of Scrip- tg gregations have helped auxiliary tural and organizational information brotherfto:emain stadfanlnKing- pioneers by arranging for evening entitled "Continue in the Things domservicce' wi-. Also, youmay be That You Learned," and a service The meeting is concluded with aged and get helpful suggestions by talk by the circuit overseer. This and prayer. thf? used -- Over- tjllkin~with othe,rs yho have done meeting is preferably held on Thurs- are to be by the circuit well in scheduling their time to auxil- day or Friday night. seer. The entire program, including iary pioneer. The meeting begins with son and Songs and Prayers, should not exceed Jehovah God has always shown prayer, and thedderstwo hours. goodness to his servants. Those serv- conducts a 45-minute Congregat' n This arrangement initiated in 1977 ing him in faithfulness have received Book ~tud~.srEFG5Uldbe mzto has contributed much to making the blessings in great abundance. Jeho- cover all the material assigned for visit of the circuit overseer some- vah's goodness is still being exer- the week, having s thing special for the enjoyment and cised toward those loving him. He is rg&jmnbenefit of the whole congregation pleased to acceDt whatever our cir- the regular weekly study. The Con- and for the individual publishers who cumstances allow us to do as we bear gregation Book Study is followed attend and participate in this fine witness to the truth.=eb. 6:lO. by the singing ~f another Kingdom provision of Jehovah's organization.

B 1990 Watch Tower Bible and Tract Society of Pennsylvania. All rights reserved. Our Kingdom Mimstry (USPS 295-360) is published monthly by Watchtower Bible and Tract Society of New York, Inc., and InternationalBible Students Association, 25 Columbia Heights, BiOoklyn, N.Y. 11201. Second-class postage paid at Brooklyn, N.Y., and at adbtional mailing ofEces. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Watchtower, 25 Columbia Heights, Brooklyn, N.Y. 11201. Printed in U.S.A. 2 Come to the 1990 "Pure Lahguage" District Convention The 1990 district conventions will have the theme tion of our reverence and respect for Jehovah and of "Pure Language," and you are invited to attend. In the our love and consideration for our brothers. United States, 142 conventions are scheduled. They A FOUR-DAY CONVENTION: The "Pure Language" will commence on June 7 and will run for nine consec- District Convention will last four days. It will begin utive weeks. Although most will be in the English on Thursday at 1:30 p.m. and will conclude about language, there will also be cw-d in 5:10 p.m. onursday, Friday. and Saturday, and Chinese, French, Greek, Italian, Japanese. Korpan, 4:00 p.m. on Sudtlay. On Faay t-y the -se. and Spanish. Additionally, sign-language program will begin at 9:30 a.m. Each day will be filled interpretation will be featured at 16 convention; with vital information related to speaking the pure -See pages 30-1 of The Watchtower of February 15, language. There will be talks, demonstrations, expe- 1990. riences, symposiums, and t-. Jehovah's prophetic word at Zeghaniah .?:S,says: Make it your resolve not to miss even one session. ,"Then I shall give to peoples the change to a pure This may require personal sacrifices and adj~stments language, in order for them all to call upon the name in your schedule. Some may find it necessary to make of J hovah, in order to serve him shoulder to shoul- special arrangements with their emulover. Many even derjThe convention this year not only will identify fwaladvantag~es in order to attend all ses- what the "-em is but will also to sions. However, think of what many of our brothers ap~reciatewhy learning it and sea kin^ it flueqtly are smand had to go through in order to attwhe e conventions in6P01an4 last year. Does it not incite you all the more to be resent at vour convention for everv ARRIVE EARLY: Jehovah's organization is inviting session? ~e@ovah-allcertakly bless those who make us to feed at his spiritual table. It is a si n of res the m@ter a subject of sincere prayer and put forth and appreciation to arrive on time. $---"-' ctually, this heartfelt effort to attend.-Heb. 10:24, 25. means that we should apive earlv _each day and be Consider the j d by afwfromthe seated before the prograh begins. This requires& Midwest after a ewyear'sdistrict conven- lawing sufficient time to care for matters that need tion. They said:$t was a wonderful program of in- attention, such asparking our vehicle and"- struction, whlch we all appreciated. One outstanding suitabless for our family.-1 Cor. 14:40. new feature that really touched our hearts was the Delegates to the conventions in Poland last year wav_vollrclPnsPn..thcnpwnllhlir?;ltjnns.My wife and I were imnrPfifiPrldly devotion, laze,,and unity were mpved to 'really open up' and give far more than of their brothers. Deep appreciation for the spiritual we ever have at any assembly throughout the many provisions the convention would bring was evident. years we have been associated. We were not alone. Each eg,the b-ere at the convention There as just something about the new arrangement sfies e*, s=d and ready for the opening song and that motivated"( us to do more than usual. Of course, prayer. They stayed for the closing song andxer, none of us could ever give enough to Je ovah for all and they lingered after the program so as to fellow- he has done for us and continues to do." 3 ship with their brothers. lo LISTEN INTENTLY: At Ps* 50:7 Je ovah says: The orderliness of the brothers was exemphy. DO listen, 0 my people, and I will speak."h herefore, They had come to listen and to learn. Even rain falling during the convention program, d- on the open stadiums at Poznan and Chorzi5w could by sights and sowtothe material being not divert their attention from the program. The presented from the platform. Our desire to speak the yo_unsr ones present, including small children, were pure language fluently should motivate us to omply well-disciplined, quiet, and attentive to the program. fully with Jehovah's request at IsaufListen Fpilies were seated together. They were exemplary intently to me.") in their display of deep respect for Jehovah's table. l1 All the material to be presented at this conven- How can we benefit from their example? tion is for our spiritual well-being and will veto "t is Scriptural to imitate the good example of strengthen our resolve to remain steadfast in our others. (2 Thess. 3:7) While our personal circum- service to Jehovah and at unity with our broth6rs. The stances may be different, we too want to get the most convention will bring us up-to-date with the current out of our conventions. To prevent anxiety and frus- needs and help us to keep pace with Jehovah's organi- tration because of getting a late start to the assembly e.Inattentiveness will result in our being lefi site, some families find it beneficial tombehind. We must @e~ourselves absorbed in the pro- time for reti-. By -ing to a schedule, gram in order to derive full benefit from it and there- they are more likely to get a gogd night's sleep and be after put what we learn into practice.-Jas. 1:25. ready. . for an early start the next day. This ass l2 Is there s-o as to pay better a-am a-am is in .progress, which is attention to the program and remember the informa- distracting and can be an annoyance to those already tion presented? there is. Many convention dele- seated. Our thoughtfulness in this regard is gates have developed the useful h@it of taking notes 3 OUR KINGDOM MINISTRY, MAY 1990 during the program. Appropriate note-taking materi- la A yis$r at one of the conve tions left the follow- als should be included with Bibles and songbooks as ing note in a contribution box: "I enjoyed your pro- standard equipment when attending a convention. If gram very much. I will now stu !% the Bible with one you have viewed note-taking with skepticism, why not of [the] brothers. This was my first visit to any of your tyy it during the "Pure,Language" Convention? You assemblies. I planned to come only on Saturday, for may find that it is a good way to keep your attention Sunday is my church day. But so impressed was I that riveted on what is beingthat it protects you I came today and brought my entire family with me. from allowing your mind to wander. But I was disappointed by the adults talking loudly l3Notes need not be extensive or elaborate. Usually while the speaker was speaking." a phrase or two will suffice for a key point. Elders find l9 It has &so been observed thd at some conven- it advantageous to have neatly arrangedzs for tions a few teenagers sit in upper portions or remote conducting a meaningful review of the convention areas of the auditorium, pa-tes, w-r, and program on the Service Meeting. Also, they may wish generally do not pay atte- to the program. Con- to intor~orate. . manv of the points presented at the duct of this nature indicates that they still need pa- co-'- co-'- t'=- rental su~eryi&nand should be seated w-- l4 SONG AND PRAYER: We honor Jehovah by sing- ily. Responsible pareQts will give attention to these ing his praises. It is a part of our worship. Jehovah is matters and provide the guidance needed by their also ,pleased when his people approach him in earnest children. (Eph. 6:4) Brothers, sisters, and young ones prayer. (Prov. 15:8b) District conventions afford us a should appreciate that when the pwram is on, it is a unique opportunity to be witedwith thousands of our time to be listening, not talking.-Deut. 31:12. brothers and sisters in praising Jehovah in both song 20 where consideration and courtesy and prayer. However, some have shown a lack of, should be displayed is in connection with our place of respect meseimportant Darts of our worshig. lo*. We are acquiring good motel rooms at signif- How? By unnecessarily arriving at the convention icantly reduced rates. We should sh-on during or after the opening song and'prayer. Or at the and be considerate of-el, being cs- conclusion of the program, so-me leave tkkss&& texand not overly demand-. (Gal. 6:10) Good dumngand before the prayer. Why? On rare counsel has been given regarding proper conduct at occasions there may be good reason for doing this. motels. Many have responded favorably and are ear- However, ivo~errespect and appreciation being -nestly striving to cooperate fully with motel person- s for Jehowlewhen some relinquish the ' privilege of singing and joining in prayer just so they can get an early start to their cars or to eat?-Matt. tI:3a." ".. 21 Most of the brothers have displayed- - a fine attitude about the articles " i -Or Not" and "Ten l5 care muat be exercised that in the pursuit of Tipping,,, on pages 24-7 2:: June 22, 1986, issue of personal convenience, we ~QJL~~~the worldly A'Wmhis information was referred to in the insel;t me-first attitude or ungodly traits such as greed and for last year,s district conventions. It deserves selfishness to hamper our spiritual progress. May we as th;y show the same spirit of appreciation for sacred things our attention. Please reread these specifically define who expect tips and how much, as our brothers did at the conventions in Poland last year, and may we walk shoulder to shoulder with them according to the custom in different countries. by showing appropriate respect for such lofty fea- 22 Additionally, the above-mentioned Awake! arti- turesof our worship, namely, prayer and the singing cles stress that when "attending a convention, what of praises to Jehovah.-Ps. 69:30. you do personally reflects on the whole proup. ~ae will judge the group by your behavior." So ws@kss 16 OUR CHRISTIAN MANNERS:our christian ms-- ners and a earance at conventions earned us a of Your personal views about tipping, when You visit a good reDuf,"ti9n as Jehovah,s Witnezs.This is be- city as a delegate to a convention of Jehovah's Wit- cause we are s- sp of Jehovah and nesses, use gopd judgment and discernment and be because we do not view asaconventbnas a ready to Ydoa11 things for the sake of the good news." mere social outiag. When corning together for such 9:19-23. special occasions, we should maintain Christian dw tv and a- conducting ourselves as ministers at all times.-1 Cor. 10:31-33. 17 However, it is disturbing to see that a f~ attend- d tip for me. . . - Thanks to you7 ing the conventions have become unduly casual in I am now hi~vingBible studies and learning to appre- their attitude, Cl~ss,sp~h, and conduct. What can ciate our Father Jehovah and his Only-Begotten, Je- be donexen such things become evident in the local sus Christ. . . I am happy You enjoyed Your stay a congregation or at a convention? ~hggwho have our hotel. I hope to see you at the next convention."5 spiritual qualifications should offer loving counsel The maid had underlined the words "booklet" and "tip" wit-ustment. (Gal. 6:l; Eph. 4:11,12) in her letter. Speaking the pure language should incite us to uphold 24 Although the vast majority of the brothers bring our good reputation and high standards of conduct. honor to God's name, we must admit that a few families attending conventions have given reason for com- disrespectful to older brothers auI-le$s who have plaint. For example, after renting&raam_srith_the fried to correct them in a kindly way. Such unruliness reaca~acityof no more than four or five persons, dnwuGnbefittingChristians is often the resu including children, so- tn tan of permissiveness and a lack of discipline in the home. persons, and th-st. To accommodate them, It certainly should be corrected. All Christian parents m--es were taken off the beds and placed on the should give ciGsupervision to their children at all floor so that some could sleep on the mattresses while times as they bring "them up in the discipline and others slept directly on the-box springs. Then extra mental-regulating of Jehovah."-Eph. 6:4. linen was requested from the manavement. In a= 29 YOUR FULL COOPERATION IS APPRECIATED: tion, sleeping- bags were used for children to sleep in. Considerable planning and work have been done to see zs There are motels that no lon~pr that sufficient seating, literature, food, and other pro- tlgir rooms to Jehovah's Witnesses because some visions are available for everyone attending the con- have violated regulations prohibiting the cooking vention. To ensure the effectiveness of these ar- of food. Another complaint is that brother-e rangements, each con-qgegen has been speciEcally checked out of motels, leaving their rooms in an assigned to a p&.ccl_ar convention. Your full cooper- unsi~htlycondition. Cleanliness and consideration ation is vital in order to prevent overcrowding. Of should be manifested not just in our dress and conduct course, there mabgcircumstances that make it nec- but also in the way we treat the property of others. Is essary for a few to attend a convention in another there any reason why a rented room should not be left arrHowever, most should be able to atteme neat and clean? Inconsiderate behavior mars our good convention at their assigned location.-1 Cor. 13:5; nEe. During the'coming district conventions, let all Phil. 2:4. of us strive to conduct ourselves so as to "adorn the 30 Your full cooperation is requested in the matter teaching of our Savior, God, in all things."-Titus q.in of saving seats. Please keep in mind that SEESMAY L.J.U. BE SAVED ONLY,FOR YOUR IMMEDIATE FAMILY 2VOR PARENTS: Young chmnand teenagers are MEMBERS AND ANY WHO MAY BE ~A-H among those ipvited to the "Pure Language" Dmt YOU IN-WUR OWN CAp.. Please do not reserve seats Cgnvention. They too must speak the pure language for others. At times, extra sessare reserved for no fluently. How Ene it is to see young ones who have on-. This is unloving and ismisleadigg to learned to pay close attention at all Christian meet- the attendants and others looking for available seats. ings and who are intently interested in the convention In harmony with the Bible counsel, we should strive program! (Ps. 148:12, 13) But much depends on the to display brotherly affection and cooperate fully with example and supervision of the parents. ~anFoung the approved arrangement for saving seats.-2 Pet. 1: ones have been well-trained to take notes. If as a 5-8. parent you have not as yet taught your children how to take notes, why not use the time remaining before 31 It is suggested that good judgment be used in your convention to do so? Even the vexymcan be bringing ppnsite. In the encouraged to write down Scripture citations and re- past, some have brought large coolers or other bulky lated key words they hear expressed by the speakers. items that could not be s laced under their seats. Some parents arrange to review main points from the These were placed in the aisle or on seats. This result- day's program after returning to their place of lodging ed in depriving others of a

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O 1990 Watch Tower Bible and Tract Society of Pennsylvania All rights reserved Our nngdom Mlnistry (USPS 295-3630) is published monthly by Watchtower B~bleand Tract Society of New York, Inc., and International Bible Students Association, 25 Columbia Heights, Brooklyn, N.Y. 11201 Second-class postage pald at Brooklyn. N.Y., and at ad&tional mamg ofeces POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Watchtower, 25 Columb~aHeights, Brooklyn, N.Y. 11201. Prmted m USA 2 Announcements I Your Part in Making Meetings Beneficial Literature offer for July and August: Any 32-page brochure except the School brochure. September: Life-How Did It Get Here? By Evolution or by Creation? October: Subscription to either Awake! words, or must or The Watchtower or both. Anyone making plans to begin regular pioneer service on September 1, 1990, should fill out an application promptly and submit it to the elders for review. After the application is approved and signed by the Congregation Service Com- THEOCRATIC MINISTRY SCHOOL mittee, it should be mailed to the Society by the early part of August. By forward- ing approved applications early, requests for retroactive appointments can be vah and reflea this in how you pre- avoided.-See August 1986 Our King- pare? Make sure you understand the dom Ministry insert, paragraphs 21-26. material and can present it appeal- An adequate supply of forms for use during the 1991 service year is being sent to each congregation. These forms should not be wasted. They should be used only for their intended purpose. A supply of Medical Document and Identity Cards is being shipped to the congregations. These cards are not to be given out immediately upon their receipt but should be held until further direction is given on issuing them to the brothers at the end of the calendar year. Publisher identification cards (S-65) may be issued according to what was stated in the February 1989 Our Kingdom Ministry, page 4. Beginning in September, circuit overseers will give the public talk "Live With Soundness of Mind in a Depraved World." New Publications Available: Bible Topics for Discussion -Samoan Enjoy Life on Earth Forever! -Tiddim Chin "Look! I Am Making All Things New" (Brochure) -Chitonga Watch Tower Publications Index 1986-1988 -German Watch Tower Publications Index 1987 -Portuguese Tract No. 13 -Hmong Tract No. 14 -Hmong Tract No. 15 -Hmong Tract No. 16 -Hmong New Cassette Recordings Available: Stay Awake and Keep Your Senses My Book of Bible Stories (set of four cassettes in an album) -Croatian In view of the oft-changing world our attention drawn to practical The Second of Kings (set of two cas- scene, how appropriate that the cir- counsel contained in the publication cuit assembly theme for the 1991ser- ' settes) -Italian Questions Young People Ask-An- Judges, Ruth (set of two cassettes) vice year is "Stay Awake and Keep swers That Work. You may wish to -Spanish Your Senses." (1Thess. 5:6) This se- bring your copy with you. Young ones Kingdom Melodies Album (empty) ries will begin in September. All of us in particular will want to pay special --Spanish should make preparations to attend attention to the information directed as soon as our circuit overseer in- to them by the circuit overseer on Schedule for congregation studies forms us of the dates. Saturday. As usual, there will be ar- in the brochure Should You Believe in Some of the program highlights rangements for baptism on Saturday, the Trinity? (See Our Kingdom Minis- will include a four-part symposium so those desiring to symbolize their try insert for June 1990.): designed to help us 'keep our senses dedication at the circuit assembly in all things.' (2 Tim. 4:5) In spite of a July 2: Third Week should let the presiding overseer possibly senseless past, how can we know in advance as soon as possible. July 9: Fourth Week now be successful in avoiding Satan's On Sunday morning valuable les- July 16: Fifth Week snares and resisting the spirit of the sons will be driven home by a series of world? Be sure not to miss out on this demonstrations showing how we can July 23: Sixth Week vital information. Throughout the beneflt from adversities, including July 30: Seventh Week two-day assembly, we will also have (Continued on page 4, col. 3) PR-WQ THE THBOCMpiSe Nswaf; [ ) + The Azores are happy to report a new peak of 419 publishers in Febru- By Telephone ever thought about. . . ?" There are ary, a 31-percent increase over last - year's average. Publishers are active We prefer to preach the good no -wrong answers to these ques- ' tions, and they provide an easy way on eight of the nine islands. news to people face-to-face, but cir- + Korea had a new peak in February cumstances may make witnessing for the to enter the 'On- of 59,483 publishers This is their over the telephone a necessary al- versation. not invite negative re- 29th consecutive peak ternative. publishers temporarily or SPOnSeSby "1 hope I am not + Arrangements are being made to permanently confined to their homes interrupting YR~"Or "1 hope You are build another small riverboat for ser- because of illness or physical disabil- not too busy. Assume it is a good vice In the southeastern part of Peru. ity may make good use of the tele- time unless the householder tells Plans are to witness to all the gold- phone for witnessing. Also, tele- You mining settlements along the rlvers in If the PerSon asks. "Whom do You that area- phone calls can be very successful + St- Lucia had a new peak Of 449 in the residents of high- ~epresent?"simplysay without paus- security buildings, mobile-home lng. "I am one of Jehovah's Witness- 'Or a 14- eS, am ~~,bc'&~~~~r~~~seFebruary courts, or other areas where one and I to invite your + During the months of December may not be permitted to enter with- Opfion On this interest'mg question- and January a special effort was out a prior invitation. Telephone wit- Have You ever wondered . . . ?" If the made to cov& some of the less fre- nessing presents unique challenges, householder asks, "Where did you quently worked territories in Vene- but with thought and plan- get my telephone number?" you zuela. A total of 123 different towns could reply, "From the directory, and villages were temporarily as- ning, these can be overcome. signed by the branch to be worked- 2 and 1 am calling to invite your opin- Sometimes names may be ~b- A total Of Biblestudies were tained from directories in lobbies of ion on this interesting question. Has started. buildings or from mailboxes. Tele- it ever occurred to You - . . ?" phone directories can then be used Some have had success in simply Stay Awake (ContJd) to locate the telephone numbers. telling the householder that we have our own mistakes. In the afternoon This should be done under the direc- a free Program for answering Bible the district overseer will deliver a tion of the service overseer so that questions and then mentioning some public discourse on the subject "Act- telephone territories can be orga- of the chapter titles in the Lave For- ing Wisely in a Senseless World." All nized and complete records kept. eve?' book.. Or .You could say, "Since Kingdom publishers and interested Your bullding 1s secured due to high persons should make every effort to HOW TO PREPARE crime, I am calling to invite your bepresent. A warm, pleasing is need- opinion. Why do you think there is 4 Since the pressures of life are con- ed for effective telephone witness- such a high crime ratetoday?" tinuing to mount, we believe all will ing- Avoid making in the 1, One high-security building, not derive benefit and refreshment from day, late at night* and during much success was experienced until this material prepared for our en- times. It is not to let the telephone witnessing was tried. The couragement. We will see ways by ring many tunes- If you result was that 14 new Bible studies which we can be even more alert reach a antwering ma- were started. Thus, limited-access to our personal spiritual needs and you might say: My name Is buildings can constitute virtually those of our families and others in the - - . 9 and I am to share the untouched territory and have tre- congregation. Determine to be pres- hope the future. I mendous potential. With a positive ent for the entire circuit assembly you again-" It may be best to treat attitude, knowing that we have Je- and to keep attentive throughout the the call a not-at-home and hovah's help, we may End telephone program, "for now our salvation is phone agam at another time. witnessing another effective way to nearer than at the time when we be- ThOrOugNy rehearse your pre- present the good news.-2 Tim. 4:5. came believers."-Rom. 13:ll. sentation beforehand so that it does not sound as if you are reading it. Encourage Progress (ContJd) As prospective fellow Witnesses Make the householder feel that YOU in knowledge, understanding, and of Jehovah, Bible students need our are personally interested in him by application of its principles. For this help if they are to grow to maturity. attempting to involve him in the con- reason we will continue the study in (Heb. 5:14) We should offer appro- versation. Personalize your call by the Live Forevm book and United in priate commendation to encourage using your first and last name in Worship or TW peace book even progress. (Phil. 3:16) Is he sharing Your introduction, and strive to use if the student gets baptized before with family and acquaintances the the householder's name throughout completing these publications. The things he is learning? If he qualiies, the conversation. student can receive copies of these has he joined the Theocratic Mineistry Speak slowly and deliberately, books even if he will not be ready to School? Is he desirous of becoming a but do not pause unless actually ask- begin studying a second book for sev- publisher of the good news? @g a question, as a pause may be era1 months. This may whet his spir- If we as teachers do our part, we Interpreted as a question. You mlght itual appetite, stimulating him to do can look forward to Jehovah's rich say,. "MY name is . . . , and I am additional reading that will hasten blessing. (2 Cor. 9:6) Never shou!d calllng you because I am not able to his progress. Also, we should point we forget the power of prayer in come to see you personally." Then, out the value of having Watchtower behalf of Bible students. Ask Je- without pausing, you can continue as and Awake! subscriptions and ob- hovah to direct them to respond follows: "The purpose of my call is to taining other publications of the So- to what they are learning. (1Cor. 3: invite your opinion on a very inter- ciety in order to keep up with the 6, 7) May they take decisive action esting question. Have you ever won- "measure of food supplies at the to become actively associated with dered if . . . ?" You can change the proper time." (Luke 12:42) Those the congregation and thus add fur- question by asking, "Has it ever oc- who do so will be rooted, built up, and ther glory and praise to Jehovah's curred to you . . . ?" or "Have you stabilized in the faith.-Col. 2:7. name. 4

Meetings to Help Us Make Disciples WEEK STARTING AUGUST 6 1 brothers for such contributions and I A~ril15. 1990. Watchtower, -Dag- - Song 30 for support of local congregation. es26-8. Encourage all to have a part in week- Song 191 and concluding prayer. min: Local announcements and end fleld service activity. selected Announcements from Our l8 "Keep Bearing WEEK STARTING AUGUST 27 Kingdom b4inistry. Read Question #aWithSong 92 Box and comment brieflyon impor-Endurance." Talk based on the Au- gust Our Ki@ilBn Ministry insert. 7 min: Local announcements. Dis- tance of proper dress, grooming, and cuss May service report for the Unit- decorum when representing Jeho- Make local application of the material, encouraging all to view their per- ed States and any positive aspects organization. Encourage mag- sonal circumstances from Jehovah's of congregation's report for that azine witnessing for this Saturday. month. Mention importance of turn- 18 min: 16Be Zealous in Spreading ~~~~k&~ushould Want to ing in fleld service reports prompt- the Kingdom Message." Question- Conduct a Bible Study." Question- ly. Announce field service arrange- and-answer consideration. After dis- and-answer consideration. Briefly in- ments for Monday, September 3. cussing paragraph 6, demonstrate terview a publisher or pioneer who 23 min: "Presenting the Good News 7 how to offer brochures 6 suggested has msisted someone to the point of -By Making 0pportunities.to Give. . in paragraph. Use Topic for Conver- dedication and baptism. Ask what an Informal Witness." - - sation. Highlight need to be zealous kind of relationship developed be- answer covera e. After considering in the field service. tween him or her and the student(s) paragrap ask audience for sug- 15 min: "Using the School to Im- and what benefits were received by gestions On Other occasions that prove Field Ministry." School ove conducting studies. might be open to giving an informal seer discusses with t e audience witness' Point Out how new +-Song 133 and concluding prayer. year affords youths the opportunity Study 19 in the Theocratic Ministry to speak about the truth. Following School Guidebook. Highlight ways in ' WEEK STARTING AUGUST 20 paragraph 6, briefly interview one or which the school contributes to our Song 29 two publishers who have had success in the fleld ministry' En- 10mln: in informal witnessing. Ask: 'On 'Ourage in the cratic News. Highlight main points in what occasions do they preach? Why make settings and ppactical “Become Holy in All Your Con- do they find this avenue of preakhing for use in the local territory. duct." Also, encourage participation effective? How have they personally song 3l and prayer. in wedfield activity. R beneflted?' Encourage all to make it 20 min: "Are Your Children Ready a goal to share good mws every day- WEEK STARTING AUGUST 13 to R~~~~~to ~~h~~l?~,uestion- - Conclude by emphasizing the need to Song 211 -er consideration w-e. show deep lorpeople. 10 min: Local announcements and Have ara a . 15 min: Feature the accounts report. Read acknowl- If the:eargg?t In September. Ta edgments from the society for con- illustrate points made, these can be th& Discuss ta%ing points tributions made to the Society's Pres d as time permits. book that can be featured when offering the creafim book in SePtemm worldwide work and to the Society 15 @ Local needs or talk on ber Perhaps material in chapters 16 Kingdom Hall Fund. Commend the "'Stand Firm'-Do Not Stumblewin on ,,Why Would God Permit Be Zealous (Cont'd) may wish to use paragraphs [email protected] Suffering?" and "Can You Trust the SUGGESTIONS FOR fn brochure to explain Bible?" would appeal to household- OFFERING BROCHURES :dy$@mgdom wado for man- er. Have quaed publisher d-n- After introducing yourself, you kind. strate offer, using scriptures such as might say: "Have you ever wondered 7 Since these are critical times, the H%EiEF3:4 and Revelation 4:11 to whether God is concerned about the messa e we bear is urgent. There is refute evolution theory and build wickedness in the world today? [Al- g&r us to be spread- faith in God as man's Maker. Materi- low for response.] The Bible explains ing the Kingdom message, encour- al in the Reasoning book under the that soon wicked ones will be annihi- aging others to become acquainted heading "Creation" can be used as lated. wm92:T.I Since this with God and his Word. BY zealous- time permits. Announce COngrega- is the case, o nom meturn for ly spreading this life-giving knowl- tion's fleld service arrangements, true guidance and protection? [Read edge, we give evidence of our godly and invite all to share. Psalm 145120.1 SOour only means of devotion and our love for Jehovah. Song 129 and concluding prayer. sa~vatlcrmstkrougha relationship Ask yourself: 'Am I zealous for schedulefor studies with our Creator, Jehovah God. We flne works? Can m support of €lie inthebrochure~houl~YouBe~~ve~n need to consider the blessings that he .preacning activity bz descr " the Trinity? (See Our Kingdom Minis- promises for all obedient mankind." dent and whole-souled?' Ou=s try insert for J~~~1990.): Then you can turn to picture 49 in the tell us much ab6ut the quality Li e on Eart brochure andread the of our zeal. The more we share in August 6: Eighth Week caption,-%+ ighlighting the blessings il- spreading the Kingdom message, the August 13: N~~~~Week lustrated. Or turn to pagein the greater our zeal will be. Others will Lkwmmmt brochure, and discuss see that we truly hre a people zealous 20: Tenth Week the blessings explained there. Some for flne works. August 27: Eleventh Week

C3 1990 Watch Tower Bible and Tract Society of Pennsylvania. W-rights resewed. Our Kingdom Ministry (USPS 295-360) is published monthly by Watchtower Bible and Tract Society of New York, Ine., and International Bible Students Association, 25 Columbia Heights, Brooklyn, N.Y. 11201. Second-class postage paid at Brooklyn, N.Y., and at additional mailing ofllces. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Watchtower. 25 Columbia Heights, Brooklyn, N.Y. 11201. Printed in USA. 2 Keep Bearing Fruit With Endurance

When writing to the congregation in Colossae, vigorously in Jehovah's service, not tirjng out in less than 30 years after the death and resurrec- the preaching work. In some lan& whe5eTX- tion of Jesus Christ, the apostle Paul could say portation is more difficult, where material neces- that the truth of the good news was bearing fruit sitiesare lacking, and where there are economic and increasing in all the world. (Col. 1:5, 6) On a problems, there is no letup in preaching the good much grander scale today, Jehovah's Witnesses news. In a few such countries, congregation pub- have literally reached "the most distantxartof lishers regularly average 14 to 17 hours in field the earth" with the good news of the Kingdom. service each month. manksare (Acts l:8; John 14:12) During the 1989 service steadily increasing too. It makx--s who year, there was a 5.6-percent increase in the have many material conveniences stop and think. average number of Kingdom publishers world- Can we increase our regular shar??ii- wide, and we reached a new peak of 3,787,188 important Kingdom-preaching and disciple- publishers inZ2 countries! making work? In countries where preaching about God's Kingdom is banned and reports are incomplete, CAN WE DO MORE? an even greater in&ease of 7.6 percent Was re- 6 Spending more time in field service may reported! Despite the many problems that exist in quire adjusting our schedules slightly. If we have those lands, the publishers continue to "bear fruit been spending an hour in the field ministry on with enduranc_e." (Luke 8:15) In some places the Sunday, could we perhaps lengthen that time by pressures have lessened, but difficult conditions spending another hour making return vlsiB or continue unchanged in other countries. conducting a Bible study? Or if we conduct a In countries where there is greater freedom Bible study, could we include an hour or so of to Gary on Kingdom-preaching activities, we face house-to-house service or make a few return vis- different problems. Much apathy and indifference its before the study? On Saturday after spending is encountered, especially where there is material two hours in magazine activity, perhaps we could prosperity. Jehovah's servants must be on guard deliver magazines on a magazine route we have not to adopt such attitudes. We do not want developed or try to make a few return visits. materialinterests, pleasures, recreation, and 0th- Those who live in an urban area may find it er distractions to encroach on our theocratic ac- convenient to spend some time in street witness- tivities. Otherwise we could become indifferent ing. In these or other ways, we may be able to and fail to appreciate the need to keep bearing increase our participation in the field service. fruit with endurance.-Luke 21:34-36. Good results should increase proportionately. More time in the field service making return ENDURANCE AND EXERTION NEEDED visits would no doubt result in more Bible studies 4 Endurance is a requirement whether we face being conducted. In time this will mean more opposition to the good news or have relative free- People coming into the truth and helping us to dom to carry out our Christian responsibilities. In accomplish the Kingdom-preachingwork.-J'Iatt. some lands, our brothers have been working un- 28:19, 20. der adverse conditions for decades. Their endur- apce under such adv&y has worked out PRAYER ESSENTIAL approved condition, and they are now reaping 8 If we are to keep bearing fruit with endur- rich blessings. (Rom. 5:3-5; Gal. 6:9) Whatever ance, we must seek Jehovah's blessing and yield difficulties we'may encounter, we want to keep on to the direction of his spirit. We must our enduring. The Kingdom witness must be ~iven, ministry a matter of prayer to Jehovah. When and all of us must Continue to demonstrate our to Jehovah about our field activity, we integrity. BY endurance on our Part, we will se- are reminded that we are his fellow workers. cure our soul, or life.-Mark 13:lO; Luke 21:19. (1Car. 3:9) With Jehovah's help, we can endure We can demonstrate that we do not take spir- in our ministry even when we do not see immedi- al things for granted by exerting ourselves ate results. In some areas, increase has come only 3 OUR KINGDOM MINISTRY, AUGUST 1990 after many years of faithful endurance on the OTHER NEEDS part of Kingdom proclaimers. As we look to the l3Because of being in the world though no part future, it is necessary always to seek divine guid- of it, Christians will continue to face tests and ance and help in order not to give up but to trials, and these will yet intensify in these last accomplish our ministry fully. (2 Tim.-4:5) There days. Some now are enduring persecution or oth- is still much fruitage being produced in the er difficulties. Others must carry on their Chris- Kingdom-preaching and disciple-making work. tian activities in war-torn lands. Our brothers Vesus stressed the need foy us always to pra have exdenced disasters such as earthquakes, (~ukg18: 1) Paul exhortedpy incessantl;$ typhoons, and hurricanes. When this happens, we (1Thess. 5:17) There are urgent reasons for us sa- for our brothers in such locations. to persevere in prayer now. Many responsibilities (Compare Acts 12:5; 2 Corinthians 1:ll.)Some- are involved in caring for the growing flock year times it becomes necessary to approach 05-e tomsin high stations about bans on our by year. We want to help others to bear fruit with c-- endurance. Attention must be given to the vari- work, persecution of our brothers, or other mat- ous needs of individual publishers and of the ters affecting Kingdom interests. Under such cir- organization as a whole. Seeing the need for do- cumstances, we do what we can personally, and nations to support the work and to make contin- we offer prayernconcerning these individuals that ued publication of Bible-based literature possible, they may be favorably disposed toward our fellow we want to pray that Jehovah will keep on moti- servants.-1 Tim. 2:1, 2. vating God-fearing people to be generous in this l4There are many pressures brought upon fam- regard.-2 Cor. 9:8-11. ilies living in Satan's wicked world. (2 Cor. 4:4) loAs portions of the worldwide field open up for Married couples may be cow theocratic development to a greater extent than pes.They should be e-for ever before, the Scriptural exhortatiop at Colos- divine guidance, and we also may pray in their sians 4:2 becomes more meaningfu Be perse-- behalf. (1 Cor. 7:5; 1 Pet. 3:7) Family heads should a~sreciatethat Jehovah will listen to their vering in pra er, remaining awakeY' in it with * - thanksgivingjour prayers should be in behalf of sincere prayers for direction in presiding well ou-erethatthey continue to ocer their households. (Judg. 13:8; Phil. 4:6, 7) bear fruit, helping other sheeplike ones found in Young as well as old are faced with trying situations. This may be at school, on the territories where witnessing has been more dif- T ficult in the past. job, when travsng, or in other circumstances. prayer helps us to resist the spirit of this wicked world and to keep bearing fruit as we continue MANIFEST THANKFULNESS doing what is pleasing in God's sight.-Matt. l1 How thankful we are for the abundant spiri- 6:13; Eph. 6:13-18; 1John 3:22. tual provisions we so much enjoy! We want to l5Jehovah is the great Hearer of prayer. (Ps. thank Jehovah for these, and we also pray for his 65:2) At all times we need to cast our anxieties continued blessing on the work of the faithful upon him. (Ps. 55:22) We have opportunities to slave and its Governing Body. Their humble, un- show our concern by means of prayer for all the tiring efforts in& behalf and in behalf of sheep- Kingdom interests and for the welfare of our like ones around the world are very much appre- brothers everywhere. When reflecting on the ciated. work of those taking the lead in the congregation lqn sowing Kingdom seed, a trzmendous and those directing the worldwide expansion pro- amount of literature -d. (M- gram, when dealing with those who are spiritual- 3-8, 18-23) Yet, there is a cmtinuing demand for -*or when caring for other problems small Bibles and Bible literature in the field. The world or great, all of us should keep such matters report indicates that a great deal of cultivating befare Jehovah in prayer. (1Thess. 5:25; Jas. 5: and watering in the form of return visits and 14-16) Yes, our anxieties should be cast upon home Bible studies has been done. As we continue Jehovah with full confidence that no matter what to do our part in these important features of our it is we ask in harmony with his will, he will hear ministry, we thank Jehovah for his continued us. (1Pet. 5:7; 1John 5:14) May we be zealous in blessing that makes things grow. Indeed, we pray Kingdom service and continually look to Jehovah for that blessing.-1 Cor. 3:6, 7. to help us keep bearing fruit with endurance. THEOCRATIC MINISTRY SCHOOL REVIEW Closed-book review on material covered in Theocratic Ministry School assignments for the weeks of May 7 to August'20,1990. Use a separate sheet of paper to write down answers to as many of the questions as you can in the time allotted. [Note: During the written review, only the Bible may be used to answer any question. References that follow the questions are for your personal research. Page and paragraph numbers may not appear on all references to The Watchtower.]

Answer each of the following statements their imprisonment, with a release True or False: from prison by an earthquake. [Weekly - 9JL.L L'Z Bible reading; see w90 5/15 p. 25.1 -, 1. The things Timothy learned from Paul were not to be revealed to others [si '7%. It was at at Paul met with p.236par.61 #L~&F the elders and spoke of how he had taught them publicly and from house ' .2. Anticipating his final judgment and ex- to house. [Weekly Bible reading; see '7 ecution, Paul twice urged Timothy to w90 5/15 p. 26.1 ":7 come to him quickly, bringing with him ~wkand the scrolls that were left at GO.If baptismal water would itself wash Troas. [si p. 235 pars. 2, 31 away sins, then a person would have to aet reba~tizedafter evew new sin. r 3. Although Paul's name does not appear (A& 22: 16) [Weekly Bible reading] in the letter to the Hebrews. there can B. * -! be no doubt that he wrote it: [d p. 241 Answer the foMng quesCions~- pars. 2331 .*A 4. Although Hebrews contains valuable 11. Why did Paul encourage Timothy tc emlanations of deep Scriptural truths, stay in Ephesus? [d p. 233 par. 71 it had little practic& value in the day- to-day living of the Jewish brothers. [d 12. How weFe Christians affected by the p. 242 par. 93 go rc T&k - A?,.r &,u7rk, par. 11 4 5. The Bible writer James, Jesus' half 13- Who was the ownei of the brother, was not a disciple of Jesus s ve Onesi us si 39 pars. 1,2] during His earthly ministry. [si p. 246 A~~taYPh Par. 11 6. The miraculous events on Pentecost 1 33 C.E. occurred late in the afternoon. [Weekly Bible reading; see w90 5/15 p. 24.1 (7. The baptism of Cornelius, the first Gen- write during his first imprisonment tile convert, marked the end of the at Rome? [Weekly Bible readin "seventy weeks." (Dan. 9:24) [Weekly w90 5/15 p. 26.1 ~,fu) Bible reading; see w90 5/15 p. 24.1 17. How was Paul (Saul) "kicking against '8. The witnessing of Paul and B&h$%s the goads"? (Acts 26:14) [Weekly Bi- at Philippi resulted in an uproar and ble reading; see w78 4/1 p. 23.1 c-97 *271 8/90 18. Why did Paul very much want to go to 27. Jesus is the Mediator of the (new cove- Rome? (Rom. 1:11,12) [Weekly Bible nant; Abrahamic covenant; covenant reading; see w90 8/1 Faheavenly kingdom). [si p. 243 & ~~~ .dc fi par. 171 Q Provide the word or phrase needed to com- 28. The Herod mentioned at Acts 12:1, 2 plete each of the following statements: was (Herod the Great; Herod Antipas; Herod Agrippa I). [Weekly Bible read- 19. First Timothy was written by Paul being; see w90 5/15 p. 24.1 tween the years &/-& yh

22. God's promise to Abraham was made ~atchthe fo~lowingscriptures to the state- sure and firm by two unchangeable ments listed hew: e3:IL,3&243par' 14] John 1427; 20:31; Acts 6:3; Rom. 1:16, 17; 23. Aqong the Gospel writers, only 6:12 'j&4- records heart-to-heart , talks Jesus gave and the prayer He 31. What provision did the early Christians offered in behalf of his apostles on his make for caring for the needy? [Week- final night. [Weekly Bible reading; see ly Bible reading; w90 3/15 p. 24.1 par. 2.1 24. According to ~cts8:g-24, Christians in 32. The new life that Christians have i responsible ositions must not become Jesus obligates guilty of $- . [Weekly Bible fleshly weaknesses. [Weekly Bible ' reading; see w86 8/15 p. 15 par. 9.1 reading; see w90 8/1 p. 24.1 6 L, 33. This was the apostle John's stated pur- Xelect the correct answer in each of the fol- pose in writing his Gospel. [Weekly Bi- bwing statements: ble reading; see w90 3/15 p. 24.19- mr3/ 25. Persons who practice sin are to be re- 34. The righteous one lives by means proved before (the elders only; au- of faith. [Weekly Bible reading; see lookers; the entire congregation). [si w90 8/1 p. 23.1 $-? /:(I&,/? pmpar. 131 35. The peace that Jesus gave his disciples 26. Paul wrote his letter to Titus when Ti- served to calm their hearts and minds, tus was in (Rome; Corinth; Cse). [si [Weekly Bible reading; see w90 3/15- p. 237 par. I] p. 25.1 3 /j'--'i 6 Announcements Are Your Children Ready Literature offer for August: Any 32- to Return to School? page brochure except the School brochure. September: Life-How Did It Get In just a few more weeks, Chris- that sex education lectures were to Here? By Evolution or by Creation? Oc- tian- youths will be returning to be given to the students by people tober: Subscription to either Awake! school. This may be with a measure of known to be of loose morals. With the or The Watchtower or both. November: excitement and possibly certaiq ap- brochure in hand, the parent was able New World Translation of the Holy prehension. These inner feelings are to discuss her Scriptural objections Scriptures and either Should You Believe created by the anticipated opportuni- and succeeded in having appropri- in the Trinity? or "Look! IAm Making All ties and challenges. Some youths will ate changes made in her daughter's- Things New.." be meeting new classmates and teach- classes. The 1991 Calendar of Jehovah's Wit- ers. Christian youths also realize that Before school begins, parents can nesses will feature our ministerial activ- each new school year is accompanied fortify the minds and hearts of their ities in six lands with a number of at- by tests of their faith, integrity, and children by taking time to refresh tractive color photographs of branches, love for Jehovah. Are you young ones their memories on the contents of the Kingdom Halls, and scenes of Kingdom in the congregation ready to return to brochure. With due consideration to witnessing. Congregations should begin the children's particular age, grade, requesting the 1991 Calendar with their school? How can YOU ~arentsfortify - your children for the tests ahead? and school, parents can emphasize September literature request. The calen- choice points from the brochure that dars will be available in Chinese, Danish, USE THE SCHOOL BROCHURE Dutch, English, Finnish, French, Ger- might be especially helpful during In 1983 the brochure was the year. (Prov. 14:15; 22:3) Re- man, Greek, Italian, Japanese, Korean, provided especially for Christian par- Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Spanish, hearse with your child situations that ents and their school-age children. It mightconfront him, and demonstrate and Swedish. Calendars are special re- is designed to help clearly present to quest items. Until the calendars are how the published material can be of available and shipments are made, these teachers and administrators the be- benefit in $making straight paths for will appear as on congregation liefs and practices of Jehovah's Wit- his feet?-Heb. 12:13. packing lists. nesses as these relate to certain 5 Parents can do much to help their School activities. It also provides Starting with the week of Septem- children ''make a defense before ber 24, 1990, The Bible-God's Word or guidelines as to the unified position of everyone" who might question them Man's? will be considered in thecongre- Jehovah's Witnesses with respect to as to their personal views and hopes. gation Book Study. moral conduct. (1Pet. 3:15) In some cases parents From August 29 through September 1, For many youths this brochure may choose to talk personally with the Society will be taking an inventory of has proved to be a real protection. For the teacher. Some Christian parents all literature on hand in Brooklyn Bethel. example, a Witness parent learned (Continued on vaae 8, col. 2) Because of this inventory, no congregation literature requests will be processed Question Box for shipment or for pickup during those days. Why should we give special atten- should have a positive influence on tion to our dress and grooming when Each congregation will receive three others as to how they view the true. visiting Brooklyn Bethel, Watchtow- worship of ~~h~~~h.H~~~~~~,it has-- Literature Inventory forms and should er Farms, and all branch facilities take an actual count of campaign litera- been noted that some brothers and \ ture. Please ffll out the forms completely, throughout the world? sisters. when visiting the Societv's and send the original to us no later than Christians are expected to main- branches, tend to be Ixtremelv September 6, 1990. Keep a carbon copy tain proper decorum. Our dress and a1 in their -ot for your mes. We are sending a third copy grooming at all times should reflect appropriate when visiting the branch for use as a work sheet. the decency and dlgnlt~that befit facilities. In this matter. as in all oth- All publishers should renew their servants of Jehovah God. This is es- er aspects of our ~hristianlife, we subscriptions to The Watchtower and pecially true when visiting Brook- Awake! through the congregation. It will lyn Bethel, Watchtower Farms, and also be if pumwill order branch ofeces and facilities around personal 1- and other it%%% the world. In discussing the impor- through the congregation rather than tance of proper dress and grooming, senalng ~n ~n-rders to the Organazed to Acconaplt~hOur Minis- speak with our Bible students and Brooklyn branch. try comments on the need for physi- others who may be visiting Brooklyn New Cassette Recordings Available: cal cleanness and modest dress and Bethel or any of the Society's branch Kingdom Melodies No. 2 (revised; sin- grooming when engaging in the Eeld ofaces for the flrst time to remind gle cassette tape) ministry and attending Christian them of the importance of giving at- This is a new recording featuring new meetings. Then, on page 131, para- tention to proper dress and groom- arrangements of songs from the 1984 graph 2, it states: ''The same would ing. son~book.- apply when visiting the Btit3i-e So when visiting the Society's facil- at'-l or any of the YOCletY'S ities, ask yourself: 'Is my dress and MAY SERVICE REPORT branch offices. Remember, the name grooming modest? (Mic. 6:8) Does it Bethel means 'House of God,' so our reflect well on the God that I worship? Av. Av. Av. Av. Pubs. Hrs. Mags. R.V. Bi.St. dress, grooming and conduct should Would others be distracted or offend- be similar to what is expected of us ed by my appearance? Am I setting ' Sp'i Pios. 241 128.3 87.4 55.3 5.7 when attending meetings for worship the proper example for others who Pios: 61,850 81.9 39.7 27.3 2.8 at the Kingdom Hall." may be visiting for the first time?' Aux. Pios. 42,933 58.1 29.4 16.1 1.4 The apostle Paul said that we are "a May we always, by our dress and Pubs. 711,239 9.7 6.5 3.7 0.5 theatrical spectacle to the world, and grooming, "adorn the teaching of our TOTAL 816,263 to angels, and to men." (1Cor. 4:9) Savior, God, in all things."-Titus Newly Dedicated Ones Baptized: 2,487 Therefore, our dress and grooming 2:lO. THEOCRATIC NEWS Martinique had a new peak of 2,004 ~ublishersin March. By Making Opportunities to waiting, we could takealong tut- i In March, Myanmar had a new peak Give an Informal Witn- est magazines and be prepared to dis- of 1,667 publishers, a 7-percent in- CUSS-anarticle of interest athsome- I J~~~~instructed his disciples to crease over last year's average. let their light shine. (M tt. 5: 4-16) Or!!-- Or we use r! $r3t 6 Trinidad had a new peak of 5,685 He wanted them to tell-t Or brQ.&UE as a basis for sraffmg a publishers in March, their third con- the good news om on conversation. In such a setting, some secutive peak. every appropriaxIntm have found it effective to begin the regara, Jesus was a moael. An exam- con-king Became Hdy in ple of this was when he seized the statement based on a cu!Leyat All Your Conduct opportunity to eak the trufb to a and thefi asking for the person's reac- s l Just as in the past, holiness is Samaritan woma! at a well in Sychar. tion. Others have found that asking a a divine requirement for God's ser- (John 4:5-30) What about us? Uo we tK6iught-~rovokingquestion regard- vants today. A pressing need thus ex- make such opportunities to give=- ing some current event can lead into ists for each Of us tounderstandclear- ness? a fine witn&<~.~~~ases,initiative is ly not only what holiness is but also Not all of US can engage in the field what is needed to make things hap- how and why it should characterize service every day. But there may be pen. our worship of Jehovah. To this end, occasions nearly every day when we "Become Holy in All Your Conduct" is car ve a witness. In what way? By WITNESSING AT WORK the theme discussed in the special as- infoFrnalwitnessing. Many thousands Those who have secular jobs can sembly day program for the 1991ser- have become acquainted with the make opportunities to witness to vice year.-1 Pet. 1:15. truth in this way. If we .are alert to workmates. Two sisters in Georgia Since Jehovah's righteous princi- re-the opwrtwsand then made a list of Tellow workers they ples and laws originate with him as make the effort, many more people thought might be interested in the the Holy God, the righteous standing can be reached. tra. By t;lkinp with ye on the we enjoy is a direct result of our close, TO WHOM CAN WE PREACH? list and a ew others they were personal relationship with him. Con- In addition to formal house-to- able to place over 65 Revelation Cli- sequently, the program will develop a house witnessing, return visits, and max bOoma-tivate much inter- number of ways to show how we can Bible studies, we can witness to our est- improve our relationship with God. workmates, schoolmates, business In another a re- These involve obedience to his holy ams,relafisnd othGc- solved that he would witness to the standards, even in what might be con- quaidt~ces.oG informal bas!s. first PerSon who Sat down next to him sidered little things. (Luke 16:lO) We When tr r- during his 15-minute break at work. will be helped to cultivate a deeper p& wwaThe man to whom he spoke knew appreciation for Jehovah's holy re- conversation with fellow travelers. about the truth but said that he did quirements and be reminded why While on vacation, we might share not want to pursue the matter. None- these should influence all our think- the goo news with hotel and m - thelesS,o?irEo er e lit e ing, attitudes, and ways. tel pers:nnel, service dn-where the man czde~s$pic'~~~Yf,. TWOprincipal discourses to be de- darrts,TEEiJj'an-nd taxi Within six mont s hat man and his veloped will be "Submitting to Being drivers. We could talk to otiers W- Progressively Cleansed" and "Ex- fasl were all &ed. panding Activities of Jehovah's Holy waiting at a .doctor's ofice or PM~ r the world," Jesus la- la- can per- lighpo. People." As exciting world happen- made opportunities to give an infor- ings daily impress upon our minds the hamtnessqrs. mal witness. (John 8:12) If we are or deliverymen. Even if we are hospi- urgency of our times, the special as- amand willing to share our ~i~~~-sembly day program for the new ser- ta1iz6a-n dOctQrs,based hope, we too will not miss op- nurses, and other pafients. vice year will motivate us to continue - ~ortunitiesto give a witness. Thus. looking to Jehovah for direction and HOW TO GET STARTED iike Jesus' discbles, we will 'shine as seeking to be well pleasing to him If we have an appointment and illuminators in the world.'-Phil. 2: I by conducting ourselves in holiness. know we will have to spend some time 15,16. 'I1 -1 Pet. 1:14,16. Bible Study (Cont'd) Return to School (Cont'd) with difficult words he found when During the past four service years, schedule periodic visits to the school, reading Examining the Scriptures 959,834 persons have been baptized as this can help to create a good booklet each day. One day he noticed worldwide, and 172,659 of these were relationship between them and the that his booklet was missing. He later in the conereeations in the United teachers. Such personal interest also found out that his teacher had "bor- States. ~hekiii-y of these peo- strengthens the relationship between rowed" it for the day when she left ple revwith parent and child. Some parents have School early because of sickness. She the h~conductinga Bi- heeded the suggestion to take time did not want to miss reading the text. ble study with them. Attendance at even to in on the classroomdis- This led to providing her with her own the Memorial and at our district con- cussions where this is dowed. Some- COPY of Examining tbSc*tures. ventions indicates there are many times this gives the parenta real feel It is true that the new school Year more who may be helped to progress for the environment and unique day- brings moments of apprehension and to baptism. By continuing our efforts to-day pressures our children face. anxiety- However, a positive view ' to start and conduct Bible studies along with diligent preparation will with such ones, we may be able to help -1 Pet. 3% help both parents and youths to many more to become disciples and BE A WITNESS EVERY DAY 'brace up their minds for activity' to eventually enjoy everlasting life. A young Witness in Colorado Jehovah's praise during the coming -1 Tim. 6:12,19. would ask his teacher to help him school year.-1 Pet. 1:13. 8 Honor then , Creator of All Things

OUR 4 If the person appears to be somewhat religiously inclined, you could mention that religious persons as well as those who believe in evolution often give credit to an impersonal "Nature" or aperson1nea"IClom- ture" ai being the creative force be- hmall the marvelous things we see about us. But the Bibledoes not lea SEPTEMBER 1990 unidentified our &nd Benefact: Vol. 33, No. 9 FOR UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Hwtlngs for Field Service SEPTEMBER 3-9 encourage him to read it. . ; $ Topic for Conversation AT SCHOOL , r :,of.% 1. Review scriptures used and what you will say. 2. How will you introduce Creation book? SEPTEMBER 10-16 How will you interest those who believe, 1. In creation? 2. In evolution? (rs pp. 126-8) merous expressions have been made way' All of us rejoice in the prospect of SEPTEMBER 17-23 regarding the question as to whether the theor of evolution smdliving in a world where everyone will How do you be taught in The ublic schools. ~1-honor Jehovah. In the Revelation, start Bible studies tKough a person Layhave read or John saw magnificent spirit creatures 1. On the initial call? heard much about related arguments bow before Jehovah and proclaim, and even heated debates on this sub- "YOUare worthy, Jehovah, even our 2. On a return visit? ject, he will no doubt find quite inter- God, to receive the glory and the hon- esting astraightforward statement in or and the power, because you creat: SEPTEMBER 24-30 the Bible that has a direct bearing on ed all things, and because of your will Offer current magazines thesubject. Thenrefer to what is stat- thi5ji~i~and were created." (Rev. 1. What articles will you feature? ed at Hebrews 3:4. Read the text and 4:11) May we echo those words in our comment briefly on it. ministry during September! 2. What specific points will you use? Qot Acquainted With New Commtlon Releases 3. How can you determine inter- I est? Two new releases, a book and a your own faith and to be prepared to brochure, have been added to our rich help others understand the Christian Schedule for congre ation studies supply of spiritual food. Released at view of blood.-Acts 15:28,29. in the brochure ~houlfEYou Betieve the "Pure Language" District Con- The well-documented informa- in the Trinity? (See Our Kingdom ventions, these new publications are tion in the brochure will further equip Ministry insert for June 1990.): sure to have a powerful impact on our you to explain your stand and wish& September 3: Twelfth Week I field ministry in addition to helping all I to anv doctor. However. this new bro- September 10: Thirteenth Week of us to speak the pure language more chur;? is not primarily for doctors or September 17: Fourteenth Week distinctly.-Zeph. 3:9. lawyers. It is designed and specifIca1- When releasing the new brochure, ly written for the public. You can see Schedule for congregation studies the convention speaker said: "In the how its twofold purpose makes it a in the book The Bible-God's Word field ministry-house to house, on re- most valuable instrument for our use or Man's?: turn visits, and during Bible studies- at this time. It is suggested that you September 24: Page 5, par. 1, we are often asked why we will not carry one or two copies of it with you to page 14, par. 3 take blood. To help you to answer that in the field. Make full use of this valu- question, it is a joy to release a new able information for your personal publication. It is this magazine-size benefit and for helping others to show TOPIC FOR CONVERSATION proper respect for blood. -. Why Worship Jehovah God. brochure, How Can Blood Save Your Life?" Have you made the vital infor- A NEW BOOK 7yM :>5 Heb. 3:4-He is our Maker. mation in this brochure your own by Just imagine the value of the new Rev. 4: 1 1-He is worthy of our reading it carefully? It is important book Mankind's Search for God for worship for you to do so in order to strengthen (Continued on page 8, col. 1) Meetings'to Help Us Make Disciples WEEK STARTING SEPTlw ER 3 answer discussion. In considering makes specac appointment to re- Song 154 paragraph 8, devwmaga- turn. Next, demonstrate direct ap- 10 ,,,in: announcements and zine route can set up with person proach, using one of the intro- selected ~~~~~~~~~~~t~from mr who shows genuine interest, high- ductions in Reasoning book, page 12, KingdomMinistry. Are you Equipped lighting article of local interest in under "Home Bible Study." Comment for the Field? Outline essentials for magazine. 8' 1 on how evening witnessing affords field senice bag, including Bible, 15 "1": "Get ~d&%ted With New greater opportunity to start studies ~~~~~i~ F~~ the ~~,+~t~~~~~the Convention Releases." Pointed dis- with whole families, since husbands booklet ~~~d i-qezos for.~n Nations, cussion with audience, emphasizing are usually at home then. tracts, pencil, current offer and mag- Some key points from each publi- 17 min: "When You Teach, Reach the ' azines, house-to-house record, and so cation that be helpful locally- Heart." T& discussing four main forth. Being mentally equipped calls Brothers not delay ma@g points in August 1, 1984, Watch- for review of points to be highlighted this information their own. - / tower, pages 13-17. Help audience in literature. Also, pray for holy spirit lomin: "We the 0 er appreciate need to conduct progres- and help in finding sheeplike ones. Ones!" Talk by.elder, based On sive Bible studies. Also, comment on matlon February 1,1986, Watch- when to discontinue unproductive ,-Phil. 4:6 7 toW6r, pages 28-9. Make local a~~li- ,220 min: '~Ho~orthe Creator of All studies. Things.' Question-and-answer dis- pqg121 and concluding prayer. cussion. In considering paragraphs 3 ~~t~;~~l$~~~~~~~~~a~~fi~ and 4, have effective p-ublisher de FEKSTARTING SEPTEMBER 24 onstrate TO ic for Conversa on and +-merits, and so forth, and benefit mm %ng 69 ti,-. 2 ma e offer. Show s~ecacarrange- + their wisdom and experience.-~ob 10 min: Local announcements. En-

magazines but agrees to read tract. Where interest is shown, publisher

sion. Gve information on number of that is supported by voluntary do- WEEK STARTING SEPTEMBER 10 A 1 studies congregation is conducting. I nations. Conversation may open the TSong 71 On paragraph 5, s - w how study c way to offer a free home Bible study. 5min: Localannouncements.Theo- bestarted on initlhd20 min: 'Appreciating Our ~i0-A

cratic News. Give reminder of fleld onstration wth householaer sho- neers.' & ie overseer discusses in- service arrangements, encouraging hmrestin evolution but glad- f0rmatibnZh"twoor three pioneers. support for evening witnessing. ly accepting tract Life in a Peace- Draw out pioneers on how they have 15 min: "Presenting the Good News ful New World. Publisher considers encouraged others, and have them -With Magazines." Question-and- a paragraph or two from tract and comment on what has especially en- Convention Releases (ContJd) has been researched and reviewed by 'Ouraged them locally' 'Ommend individuals who are thoroughly famil- Congregationfor Of pioneers. helping us in our ministry. Studying l5 needs. Or itwillgiveusaclearerunderstanding iar with the subjects discussed. Theref ore, we can speak authorita- Overseer discussion of "Ques- of other religions and their historical January background. It will help us become tlvely when Wing statements found in better equipped to preach to people of jn the b~k.Certai?ly,.pro?ding such lgg3*watchwe'> pages 30-1s "How Christendom as well as those who ad- lnformatlon at thls tune 1s another Can We assist those in Our 'Ongrega- here to other religions. Because of the evidence of Jehoyah's great love for tion who have a disf ellowshipped mass movements of population dur- people of all nations. Let us make a ative?" ing this 20th century, we may flnd concerted effort to get well acquaint- 62 and prayer. people of many different languages ed with this new publication and then and religions when we preach from use it effectively in helping sincere JUNE 8ERV,CE REPORT house to house. This presents a real people of different national and re- AV. AV. AV. AV. challenge when we are not familiar ligious backgrounds. Yes, using this Pubs. HIS. Mags. R.V. BI.St. with the beliefs and customs of these new publication effectively will give Sp'l ~ios. 205 122.9 77.5 51.2 5.5 people. With the aid of this new book, usthe satisfaction of knowingthatwe Pios. 60,534 72.6 32.8 24.3 2.7 we need not feel at a loss when we are making the good news known to AUL Pioa 30,670 57.5 26.0 14.6 1.3 encounter people of a variety of reli- all sorts of people as we find them in Pubs. 715,496 9.9 6.3 3.7 0.5 gious backgrounds in our territory. our assigned territory.-Matt. 28: TOTAL 806,905 The information in this new book 19,20; Titus 2:ll. Newly Dedicated Ones Baptized: 9,880

O 1990 Watch Tower Bible and Tract Society of Pennsylvania. AU rights reserved. Our Kingdom Ministry (USPS 295-360) is published monthly by Watchtower Bible and Tract Society of New York, Inc., and International Bible Students Association, 25 Columbia Heights, Brooklyn, N.Y. 11201. Second-class postage paid at Brooklyn, N.Y., and at additional mailing o5ces. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Watchtower 25 Columbia Heights, Brooklyn, N.Y. ll201. Printed in U.S J 2 Announcements Appreciating Our Pioneers Literature offer for September: Life -How Did It Get Here? By Evolution or the Kingdom fect, planting and watering seeds of by Creation? October: Subscription to ei- Of strengthen One (CO1. truth-can only lead to a more pro- ther Awake! or The Watchtower or both. 4:11) we thatthe pri- ductive territory.-1 Cor. 3:6. November: ~m World T~anslationof mary work of the Chrlstlan con- the Holy Scriptures and either Should gregation is to preach the good news, IN THE CONGREGATION You Believe in the T~inity?or "Look! I there are compelling reasons to ap- * Many have been Am Making An Things Nm." December: preciate the full-time workers in our enter service because their Mankind's Search for God. midst.-Mark 13:10; Ram. 16:2; heart was touched by the zeal and s The presiding overseer or someone as- phil. 4:3. enthusiasm of faithful pioneers. One signed by him should audit the congrega- sister had been hesitant about becom- tion's accounts on September 1or as soon WHY? ing a regular pioneer because there as possible thereafter. In a direct way, pioneers build UP were none in the congregation. But ~t is important that brothers planning the C~ngregationby working with when encouraged by the circuit over- charters to visit Bethel correspond by less experienced publishers in vari- seer, she went ahead and enrolled. mail with the Bethel Oface &st. Please ous features of the preaching work. Others soon followed, and that con- provide information on the ?umber corn- This includes magazine witnessing, gregation now has a sizable number ing and the dates. The Society wlll pro- preparing for and making return vis- of zealous pioneers. vide and the charter its, and starting and effectively con- There may be times when the el- buses should take. Letters to Brooklyn ducting home Bible studies. In addi- Bethel should be addressed to Watch- ders will ask a pioneer to assist a per- tower Bethel Oftice 124 Columbia tion, pioneers can set an example in son who has become irregular or in- Heighjs, Brooklyn, Nb 11201. Those courageously witnessing informally. active. This assistance could include brothers planning ,.harters to visit Their support of midweek group wit- conducting a Bible study with the in- Watchtower Farms should address cor- nessing arrangements Herds them dividual. The pioneer's faith and zeal respondence to Watchtower, Bethel Of- opportunity to be of assistance to 0th- could thus contribute to rekindling fice, R R 1, Box 300, Wallkill, NY 12589. ers. Their positive influence in the the person's love for the truth and A new Watchtower Publications List field can be felt especially when pio- help reactivate him to work at fulfill- has been prepared, and four copies are neers support field service on the ing the obligations of his dedication. being sent to each congregation. They weekend, a time when most other -1 mess. 5114. should be distributed to the secretary are able to share. and the brothers caring for literature, ENCOURAGE THE PIONEERS 1 magazines, and accounts. Pioneers help congregations in 6 The pioneers, while doing much to During the next round of visits begin- thoroughly and frequently covering encourage others, themselves need ( ning in September 1990,the circuit over- the territory. This enables people to encouragement in order to continue - seer will spend some time with the con- become better acquainted with our joyful in their service. (Rom. l:12) Do gregation secre ary the accounts message and to feel more at ease you speak positively about the pio- servant to.=ountingm- when we visit them because they neer ministry? When did you last dures. This personal assistance on the know who we are. The many hours commend a pioneer for his or her part of the circuit overseer will help as- pioneers spend in the territory leav- work and self-sacrificing spirit? Pio- sure that the congregation accpunts are ing literature with interested persons neers especially appreciate having being properly according the and cultivating the interest-in ef- 1) Society's instructions on caring for the (Continued on page 4, col. congregation's records. New Publications Available: Be Alert to Start Bible Studies all Scripture Is Inspired of God and Beneficial," 1990 Edition -English Starting and conducting home Bi- chosen question or a word at the right Mankind's Search for God ble studies is part of our commission -Chinese, English, French, Greek, time may awaken their interest in the as Jehovah's Witnesses. (Matt. 28: truth. menan individual*scuriosity , . Itdian, Korean$Spanish 19, 20) Therefore, will you be one of - S'ngPra'ses to Jehovah(Large sue) is aroused, fruitful discussions God's fellow workers in doing this? follow, and a Bible study may be -Thai (1Cor. 3:9) What a privilege it is to United in Worship of the Only TTWGod started. -Kinyarwanda, polish, Vietnamese help others c~meto know the great- In many cases the fine conduct of Watch Tower Publications est Personage in the universe! a Christian mate has served to open 1950-1985 -Spanish With many PFoblems the way for an unbeliever to come Enjoy Life on Earth Former! ed with fast-chan~ngworld events, into the truth. (1 pet. 3:1, 2) Unbe- -~~~s~~many honesthearted individuals are lieving mates and other unbelieving How Can Blood Save Your Life? looking answers as these family members generally appreciate -Chinese, English, French, Greek, things are happening. Long ago Je- it when they are recognized and re- Italian, Spanish, Swedish hovah provided the answers to their spected by members of the congre- Is There a God Who Cares? -Hindi questions. When sincere ones are in- gation. showing personal interest in Jehovah's Witnesses-Unitedly Doing structed in the Word of God, they are them can go a long way toward build- God's Will Worldwide comforted. Hence, we need tobe alert ing friendly relations. BYworking to- -Persia?, %noan to opportunities to start Bible stud- gether with the mate or family mem- "Look! I Am Making All Thangs New" ies.-Prov. 3~27. (Brochure) -Persian ber in the truth, you may be able to watch T~~~~ publications zndeZ BE ALERT TO OPPORTUNITIES establish a Bible Study. 1986-1989 -~~~li~hHave you considered starting a While engaging in the house-to- watch ~~~~~p&li~~t-1988 Bible study with a close relative or an house work, we may try to start a -portupuese acquaintance who is not in the truth? Bible study on the initial call. How Tract No. 13 -Samoan Knowing them will give you an edge can this be done? Some publishers Tract No. 14 -Samoan in using discernment as to the appro- have had success in doing this when Tract No. 15 -Samoan priate time to discuss the matter the householder is asking questions Tract No. 16 -Samoan with them. Have in mind that a well- (Continued on page 4, col. 3) 3 rHEOCRATlC NEWS PRESLwnna ''OD + Canada surpassed the 100,000 [ "-) mark in total publishers during April, With ~agazines. witnessing for magazine distribu- with a new publisher peak of 100,368. + Cape Verde Islands had a peak No Other journals in history have by having the cur- of 410 publishers in April for a 19- had such an impact for good on the rent magazines with us shop- percent increase over last year's av- lives of people as have.The Watch- ping riding transportation, at erage. Congregation publishers aver- tower and Awake! Every issue is full schobl, at our place of employment, aged 14.5 hours, and a peak of 856 of life-giving spiritual food. The re- Bible studies was reported. or wherever we go, we will be able 4 April was an outstanding month in sults of in-depth research presented to seize appropriate opportunities to with Scriptura1 im- Honduras. They reached new peaks witness. A well-chosen introduction in publishers, pioneers, hours, presses the message of truth On Our from the Reasoning book coupled zincs, return visits, and Bible stud- minds and hearts. with a point from one of the articles ies. Three new congregations were The Watchtower, through its may arouse a person's desire to read formed also. The 5,706 publishers pages, explains Bible teachings and our magazines. conducted 9,614 home Bible studies. calls our attention to the fulfillment 7 Although our conversations may + South Africa had a new peak of 48,- of Bible prophecies. It encourages all bebrief when offeringthemagazines, 590 publishers in April. They also had who are spiritually hungry to trans- we do not have to limit our discussion an outstanding new peak of 49,967 form their mind and to put on the to just a minute or so. We want to Bible studies. new personality. (Rom. 12% Eph. 4: take time to determine whether the studies (Cont'd) 22-24) Awake! alerts its readers to person is really interested in the mes- significant happenings in the world. sage and if he will read the magazine. that can be answered a Its striking illustrations depicting If questions arise, we should always publication. If the pefson agrees the marvels of creation stir interest endeavor to answer the inquiries by read the literature Or lf he invites us making full use of our Bible or the in! We can seize the opportunity to in the new world and deepen appre- continue the discussion and perhaps ciation for the loving Creator. . ~~~~~~i~~book, B~ being ready to defend our faith, we can reap marvel- demonstrate a study. Use your judg- NOT LIKE SECULAR MAGAZINES ous blessings.-l Pet. 3~15. ment on how long to stay on the initial 3 call. It may be beneficial to return at Secular magazines do not show 8 ~f the individual agrees to read people how to enjoy satisfying lives in the magazines we can speak about a later hour or alater date to continue this world. They offer no hope for the the nature oiour work and how the discussion. On future calls, You future and fai! to teach people how these magazines are published twice may wish to continue discussing the to get everlasting life. Those worldly a month as part of a worldwide Bi- Subject you introduced On the firs' magazines are designed to promote ble educational work. The informa- Call. Or you take up a questinn the things of the world. What a tion on page 2 of The Watchtower or raised at the the pre contrast with The Watchtower and page 4 of Awake! explains this very OUS visit. Awake!-1 John 2:15-17. nicely. Since the contents of the next INFORMAL OCCASIONS No doubt you yourself feel a deep issue are always listed, we can pro- Informal witnessing can be anoth- sense of gratitude for every issue of pound related questions or call atten- er fruitful avenue in our efforts to The Watchtower and Awake!-mag- tion to the upcoming articles. This start home Bible studies. In our day- azines that contain sweet fragrances may whet the appetite of the person to-day activities, we come in contact of truth from $'thefaithful steward." and move him to express a desire to with many individuals who may wish (Luke 12:42) What can we do to im- obtain that issue when it comes out. to study. To aid us in being effective, prove our placement of magazines This could be the start of a magazine we can use some of the tested intro- and thus help more to benefit from route. ductions from the Reasoning book to start Con~erSationS.And do not hold our journals? 9 As the end of this system draws near, may we quicken our pace to back from offering a Bible Study ini- DOING OUR PART help honesthearted ones escape from tially because the Person lives else- Before We can properly encour- Babylon the Great and come into the where and we may not have the age honesthearted ones to read our truth. (Rev. 18:4) ~h~ watchtower opportunity to conduct the study our- magazines, we need to know what and Awake! play a powerful part selves. ,each journal contains. This calls for in our worldwide Bible educational Be alert to occaSi0nS for informal us to read each issue before using it work. We are thankful that Jehovah witnessing, and be prepared by carry- in the ministry. Being thoroughly fa- has provided them for our use in the ing a good Supply of tracts and mags- miliar with its contents, we can use ministry. May Jehovah continue to zincs that will heighten the listener's the avenues of the house-to-house bless our careful and intensive use of interestinthetruth.(Eccl. 1l:l)If an ministry, street work, and informal these journals! individual shows interest in the truth and is not in your congregation's ter- Pioneers (ContJd) voluntarily assisting them with their ritory, obtain his address and other someone to work with in field service travel expenses, and in other ways necessary information and pass this during those hours of the day when supporting them as you are able. on to the congregation where he lives few publishers are out. Can you ac- -Compare 1Thessalonians 5:12,13. so that someone can properly care for company the pioneers and perhaps With elders and ministerial ser- him. spend longer hours in support of the vants taking the lead in the congrega- The disciple-making work is not preaching work? tion, pioneers and publishers will give for just a few. It is for all in the con- HOWelse can you encourage the full support to well-organized ar- gregation. Keeping in mind that it is pioneers? Besides giving commenda- rangements for seryice. All of us will a Christian commission to become tion, you can express your apprecia- thus be using what gi tion for such hard workers in a tangi- "ministering to one an ble way by sharing a meal with them, 4:10,11. 4 ------u ---- lThe does not leave us in tage of the suggesnon maae at ou doubt about the kind of territory that district conven on an g~ the apostlesand early Christian disci- *=inistryfo: 1~90~sharein ples had. Not long after Jesus' death, te -n ?Or make aspe- the authorities War- % ci~~$tospemththe of the make any utterGce or to f~hqhouse in Fz&gor about Jesus. (Acts 4:18) m?One Whexg was the amazing success weekend witnessing. By keeping were having. Thousan s were becom- good house-to-house records, we may -ng believers, as Ac: 4:4 report.: be able to seek out other family mem- OCTOBER 1990 GMmy of those whomtenedto bers, such as a andmother a neph- Vol. 33, No. 10 the speech believed, and the number w-00-a who works during the FOR UNITED STATES OF AMERICA of the men became about five thou- ;- sand." ') week. The extra e&g$ made to speak a Because we also continue teach- with each member of the family may ing with" letup, hundredmf thou- be wen rewarded. Hwting8for md sands, yes, millions are becomin be- 'There are many ways Ob- lievets in our day. uurlng wtob~we 3ain subscriptions during the month. OCTOBER 1-7 have the privilege of offeriniake! One would be to invite our Bible sQ- Review Topic for Conversation and m $Vatchtmr on a subs- 1. HOW will you introduce each tio+Jgi@. There 6 no doutjt that d- su ribe- Perhaps one of our Bible A&! has played an important part students already.subscribes to one of point? in making people conscious of their the magazines. Why not suggest he 2. What specific points from the spiritual need. his has led to happi- receive both? Families may be en- magazines do YOU plan to use? ness for many, as they have learned couragedtoobtafna wa%htowersu~- to do Jehovah's will.-Compare Mat- scri tion for each member so they can OCTOBER 8-14 thew 5:3. pre&re for the Watohtoww Study. What can be done REACH EVERYONE knother suggestion would be to de- 1. To determine the householder's Even though we may have territo- velop magazine routes and then of- real interest? ry that is fie uent worked, it may fer subscrlptlons to those wlio- s 1 be possi' e otpeak hth some shomgmorethantheusual. te . 2. It interest does not warrant of- ,yo have hziile opoppomnity to we should also oner to sZ %e fering subscription? hear the good news. HOWso? In Bi- Bible with those who show gfuine OCTOBER 15-21 tort " in the door- interest. to-3-t to-3-t take advan- (Continued on page g, ool.1) Offering magazines 1. How do you prepare house- Reach Hearts holder for a return visit? 2. ~f no donation is made. what Through Effective Bibst- should be done? * Jesus found delight in doing his beingtaught?~-~otelwjY~,.W~, 3. Why do householders need our Father's will, and he took pleasure in pages 246-7. magazines? helping others also to serve Jehovah. (Ps. 4053; Matt. 9:37, 38; 11:28-30) HIGHLIGHT THE BIBLE OCTOBER 22-28 Jesus was not content merely to ae- One was asked what liver his message. If we are to be suc- made them to the How can a positive attitude witness given, they answered: "It was be maintained toward cessful in encouraging others to join us in the evangelizing work, we must in the Bible "Yes God's Word reaches 1. The subscription offer? reach the hearts of our Bible stu- hearts. 4h2)Refer to it of- 2. Frequently or seldom-worked dent.. ~hirinvolves more than con- ~P~a~~P~be~~P~~eO~$~t territory? ducting a question-and-answer dis- see why a course is wise or 3. Religious indifference? cussion of a publication. To reach the foolish. R~~~~ with him on how obe- heart, we need to prepare with our dience to God's laws will benefit him. OCTOBER 29-NOVEMBER 4 student in mind. -See The Watchtower, August 1, How will you Jesus took a personal interest in 1984, pages 15-16. others. He considered their point 4 Many publishers have found that Follow up On a maga- of view. He used illustrations to using the ~easoningbook is very ef- zinc placement? simplify dimcult subjects. (Matt., fective in highlighting the Bible. For 2. Start a magazine route? chaps. 5-71 Discerning problems they example, when considering page 124, 3. stimulate interest in the N~~ would face, Jesus gave appropriate paragraph 13, of the Live FOTBVST World Translat~on? counsel. (Mark 9:33-37) When his lis- book, a householder may ask why his teners were unable at first to grasp clergyman says that children die be- the point of his teaching, he patient- cause God wants them to be with him TOPIC FOR COWVgRsATIa 1, illustrated what he had to sav. in heaven. A consideration of the ma- Why Worship Jehovah God. (~att.16:5-12) Jesus' deep-seated ii- terial on page 99 of the Rsasming terest in others should motivate us to book under "Why do babies die?" em- Heb. 3:4-He is our Maker. ask, 'If I were the student, what would phasizes Jehovah's interest in pre- Rev. 4: 1 1-He is worthy of Our I need to know in order to under- serving the family arrangement "' - worship. stand and be motivated by what is (Continued on page 8, ( Meetings -toHelp Us Make Disciples WEEK STARTING OCTOBER 1 20 miw@irents, Do Not Be Irritat- paring fleld presentations with one Song 92 ing Your Children. Talk and demon- person highlighting the magazines, ;10 min: Local announcements and s@- of another offering a tract, and the third selected Announcements from Our the Wa e!, January 22, 1990, and offering a free home Bible study. Kingdom Ministry. Suggest two the subheadings "Encouraging Your Show family members practicing Awake! presentations that would be Child to Be Expressive" and "Undef- these with one another. , appropriate in local territory. standing the Needs of Teenagers" in Song 42 and concluding prayer. ,20 min: Y!ontinue Teaching Without chapter 11 of the Family Life book. Letup." Discussion and demonstra- Stress need for parents to understand CTOBER 22 tions. After con i ering paragraph 2, each of theif children and help them so;:: syG1r5S) ;051r hmexperienczd",ioneers or publish- develop splrltuall~and otherme. At 10 min: Local announcements and & ers demonstrate how to offer a sub- end of Bible study, demonstrate how 10 Box. Report on progress o* scription to a person who shows genu- Parent commends children for then- wake! subscription campaign. ine interest in the Kingdom message. efforts. Interest is shown in their 15 mln: Appreciating the Work of C If the person would like to receive schoolworkb~givingencouragement the Circuit Overseer. Discuss wit% the magazine(s) regularly, we will be and helping in areas where they have audience the material under "Circuit pleased to write up a subscription so problems. Chairman concludes by Overseer" on pages 47-50 of the book he can receive the magazines in the stressing med to have child's interest Organizd to ~c~~mplishOur Minis- mail. Explain how our work is sup at heart at all times- t~y.Chairman should stress how we ported by voluntary donations. If he 20 min: "Reach He Woaqf- can beneflt from supporting visit ful- does not want to make a donation, we fective Bible=ind- ly. We should appreciate example of can encourage him to beneflt from answer c 1 eration of article. When godly devotion set by circuit overseer reading the magazines and offer to considering paragraphs 3 and 57 dem- and his wife in carrying out their as- return and discuss further encourag- onstrate adapting to local circum- signment. ing Scriptural information. Chairman stances- Emphasize appropriate 20 ,in. "Presenting the Good News points out the need to be discerning points in August 1,1984, issue of The -BY 'Conversing with people." when offering the subscription. It is Watchtower. Question-and-answer discussion o@ not necessary to mention that the Song 43 and concluding prayer. ma-0 well-prepared magazines can be obtained for a spe- WEEK OTARTING OCTOBER demonstrations to show ow o s art- ciflc period of time, such as one year. c6nversanon~at the w\en A six-month subscription should build Song 132 4)&.k'L- Ending people out-of-doors. the person's appreciation for the 10 min: Local announcements and Kingdom message published in the acco s rewrt. Include Society's ac- 'Ong 20 and prayer. magazine and help us determine if he lTd%gment of contributions, and WEEK STARTING OCTOBER 29 is truly interested. After paragraphs 3 express appreciation for flnancial and 4, have two enthusiastic publish- support of local congregation needs. 12' ers consider how they are going to Briefly interview a family that is min: apply these suggestions during Octo- planning a full weekend of fleld ser- Appreciating Our ber and in the coming months. vice activity, highlighting pla that Servants. Interview brothers carinq; 15 mln: "Punc$ality and You." Talk may be helpful to others. ' by W#-- r based on 20 min: "Building Close FamilyP5fi9mgp;: Rela- sou"a;d"!?!f".ZizI The atchtower, June 15,1990, pag- tionships." Talk b elder, with soAe te-euge their speciflc dtlfies es 26-9. audience paa*on.Include sug- how publishers can cooperate to Song 195 and concluding prayer. gesmast&an be done local- make their work more joyful. ly to build spiritual qualities in family to localneeds. WEEK STARTING OCTOBER 8 members and to help all enjoy field 10 min: Local needs. Or 4- wiSRubr YOU Song 215 service activity. P a& .e Keep On Wallung m the Truth?" Talk 5- 5 rnin: Local announcements and 15 min: Preparin for the Field Min- based on me Watchtow, Se~tem- f Theocratic News. istry. Demonstrate family group pre- her 1,1990, Pages 29-31.

O 1990 Watch Tower Bible and Tract Society of Pennsylvania All rights reserved. Our Kingdom Ministry (USPS 295-360)is published monthly by Watchtower Bible and Tract Society of New York Inc and International Bible Students Association 25 Columbia Heights Brooklyn N.Y. 11201. Second-class postage paid at Brooklyn, ~.~.,'and'ktadditional mailing ofEces. POSTMASTER: kend address changes'to ~atchiower, 25 Columbia Heights, Brooklyn, N.Y. 11201. Printed in USA 2 THEOCRATIC MINISTRY SCHOOL SCHEDULE FOR 1991 INSTRI:JCTIONS

During 1991the following will be the arrangements when COUNSEL AND REMARKS: After each student talk, the conducting the Theocratic Ministry School. school overseer will give specific counsel, not necessarily TEXTBOOKS: The New World Translation of the Holy following the program of progressive counsel outlined on Scriptures [bilg], "All Scripture Is Inspired of God and the Speech Counsel slip. Rather, he should concentrate on Beneficial," 1990 Edition [si], You Can Live Forever in those areas where the student needs to improve. If the Paradise on Earth [pel, Reasoning From the Scriptures student speaker merits solely a "G" and there is no other [rs], and Questions Young People Ask-Answers That Work speech quality marked "I" or W," then the counselor [yp] will be the basis for assignments. should circle the box, where the 'G," "I," or "W" would The school will begin with song, prayer, and remarks of normally appear, of the speech quality that the student welcome, and then proceed as follows: should work on next. He will advise the student of this that ASSIGNMENT NO. 1: 15minutes. This should be handled evening as well as show this speech quality on the student's by an elder or by a qualified ministerial servant. It will be next Theocratic Wstry School Assignment slip (S-89). based on "All Scripture Is Inspired of God and Beneficial," Those gvmg talks should sit toward the front of the hall. 1990 Edition. This assignment should be delivered as a 10- This will save time and enable the school overseer to give to 12-minute instruction talk with a 3- to 5-minute oral his counsel directly to each student. As time allows after review following, using the printed questions in the section. the giving of necessary oral counsel, comments may be The objective should be not just to cover the material but given by the counselor on informative and practical points to focus attention on the practical value of the information not covered by the students. The school overseer should be being discussed, highlighting what will be most helpful to careful to use no more than a total of two minutes for the congregation. Where needed, a theme should be select- counsel and remarks after each student talk. I£ the Bible ed. All are encouraged to make careful advance preparation highlights presentation left something to be desired, pri- so as to benefit fully from this material. vate counsel may be given. The brothers assigned this talk should be kareful to keep PREPARING TALKS: Brothers giving Assignment No. 1 within the time limit. Private counsel may be given if nec- should select a theme where needed. Students assigned the essary. second talk should choose a theme that will allow for the HIGHLIGHTS FROM BIBLE READING: 6 minutes. This best coverage of the material. Students assigned the third should be handled by the school overseer or another quali- and fourth talks should use the theme shown. Prior to fied elder or by a ministerial servant assigned by the school giving the talk, students will want to read over the School overseer. This should not be just a summary of the assigned Guidebook material dealing with the speech quality being reading. After giving a brief overall view of the assigned worked on. chapters, help the audience to appreciate why and how the TIMING: No talk should go overtime. Neither should information is of value to us. Check Watchtower issues for the counsel and remarks of the counselor. Talks No. 2 further highlight material. The students will then be dis- through 4 should tactfully be stopped when the time is up. missed to their various classrooms by the school overseer. The one assigned to give the "stop signal" should do so TALK NO. 2: 5 minutes. This is a Bible reading of the promptly. When brothers handling Assignment No. 1 go assigned material to be given by a brother. This will apply overtime, they should be given private counsel. All should in the main school as well as in the auxiliary groups. The watch their timing carefully. Total program: 45 minutes, reading assignments are usually short enough to permit excluding song and prayer. the student to present brief explanatory information in the opening and concluding remarks and even at intermediate WRITTEN REVIEW: Periodically a written review will points. Historical background, prophetic or doctrinal sig- be given. In preparation, review the assigned material and nificance, and application of principles may be included. All complete the scheduled Bible reading. Check the questions the assigned verses should actually be read. provided in the April, August, and December issues of Our Kingdom Ministry, but do not write on the question sheet TALK NO. 3: 5 minutes. This talk will be assigned to prior to taking the review. Only the Bible may be used sisters. It will be based on the book You Can Live Forever during this 25-minute review. The balance of the time will in Paradise on Earth. The student assigned should be able be devoted to a discussion of the questions and answers. to read. When delivering the talk, the student may be either Each student will check his own answers. The school over- seated or standing. One assistant will be scheduled by the seer will read off the answers and concentrate on the more school overseer, but additional assistants may be used. It is difEcult questions, helping all to understand the answers preferred that settings involve field service or informal clearly. If, for some reason, local circumstances make it witnessing. The one giving the talk may either initiate the necessary, the written review may be used a week later conversation to establish the setting or have her assistant(~)do so. Not the setting but the material should be than what is shown on the schedule. given prime consideration. The student should use the LARGE AND SMALL CONGREGATIONS: Congrega- theme shown. tions with aschoolenrollmentof 50ormore studentsmay TALK NO. 4: 5 minutes. Assigned to a brother or a sister. wish to arrange for additional groups of students to deliver The subjects for this talk will alternate between the Rea- the scheduled talks before other counselors. Of course, soning and Young People Ask'books, the latter to be mainly unbaptized persons whose lives conform to Christian prin- assigned to young or new students. The student assigned ciples may also enroll in the school and receive assign- should be able to read. When assimed to a brother. this ments. should be a talk to the entire audiznce. It will usuhy be ABSENTEES: All in the congregation can show apprecia- best for the brother to prepare his talk with the Kingdom tion for this school by endeavoring to be present at every Hall audience in mind so that it will be truly informative weekly session, by preparing their assignments well, and by and beneficial to those who actually hear it. However, if the participating in question sessions. It is hoped that all stu- material lends itself better to another practical and suit- dents will view their assignments conscientiously. If a stu- able audience-type setting, the brother may choose to de- dent is not present when scheduled, a volunteer may take velop his talk accordingly. The student should use the the assignment, making whatever application he feels qual- theme shown. ified to make on such short notice. Or the school overseer When assigned to a sister, the material should be present- may cover the material with appropriate audience partici- ed as outlined for Talk No. 3. pation. S-38 10/90 3 OUR KINGDOM MINISTRY, OCTOBER 1990 SCHEI tE

Jan. 7 Bible reading: Colossians 1 to 4 mar. 11 Bible reading: Hebrews 8 to 10 Song No. 173 Song No. 144 No. 1: Introduction to Revelation (si pp. 263-4 pars. 1-61 No. 1: A Visit to the Promised Land-Part 3 (si pp. 275-6 No. 2: Colossians 3:12-25 pars. 16-24) No. 3: Should You Celebrate Easter or Holidays Honoring Men? No. 2: Hebrews 10:19-31 (pe chap. 25 pars. 16,171 No. 3: How the Fight to Make Changes Can Be Won (pe chap. 26 No. 4: What Did Jesus Intend the Lord's Evening Meal to Be? pars. 15.16) 0.8 p. 264 pars. 1-4) No. 4: ~et&g Along With One's Brothers and Sisters (up Jan. 14 Bible reading: 1 Thessalonians 1 to 5 chap. 6) Song No. 212 Mar. 18 Bible reading: Hebrews 11 to 13 No. 1: Revelation 1:1 to 3:22 (si -DD. - 264-5uars. 7-10) Song No. 206 No. 2: 1 Thessalonians 4:l-12 No. 1: A Visit to the Promised Land-Part 4 (sf pp. 276-8 No. 3: Why Do Christians Not Give Worshipful Honor to pars. 25-32) Objects? @e chap. 25 pars. 18,191 No. 2: Hebrews l3:7-19 No. 4: What It Means to 'Honor Your Parents' (up chap. 1) No. 3: How Can Hope Help Us Win the Fight? (pe chap. 26 Jan. 21 Bible reading: 2 Thessalonians 1 to 3 pars. 17-19) No. 4: When Is the Memorial to Be Celebrated? (rs p. 269 Song No. 132 pars. 1.2) No. 1: Revelation 4:l to 7:17 (sip. 265 pars. 11-14) No. 2: 2 Thessalonians 3:l-12 Mar. 25 Bible reading: James 1to 5 No. 3: What Conduct Shows One Is for Satan's World? (pe chap. 25 pars. 20,211 Song No. 88 No. 4: How Often Is the Lord's Evening Meal to Be Observed? No. 1: Time and the Holy Scriptures-Part 1 (si pp. 278-9 (r8 p. 265 pars. 1-3) pars. 1-81 No. 2: ~kes4:l-12 Jan. 28 . Bible reading: 1 Timothy 1 to 3 No. 3: Why Is Prayer Important? (pe chap. 27 pars. 1.2) Song No. 188 No. 4: Why Leaving Home Is Not the Answer (yp chap. 7) No. 1: Revelation 8:l to 12:17 (sip. 266 pars. 15-19) No. 2: 1 Timothv 3:l-13 Apr. 1 Bible reading: 1 Peter 1 to 5 NO. 3: Why ~ot-~akeBlood Transfusions? (pe chap. 25 Song No. 18 pars. 22,231 No. 1: Time and the Holy Scriptures-Part 2 (si pp. 279-80 No. 4: How Youths and Parents Can Understand Each Other pars. 9-17) (yp chap. 2 pp. 18-19.22-5) No. 2: 1 Peter 3:l-12 No. 3: How Can We Maintain a Good Relationship With God? Feb. 4 Bible reading: 1 Timothy 4 to 6 (pe chap. 27 pars. 3-5) Song No. 39 No. 4: What Attitude Should Christians Have Regarding No. 1: Revelation l3:l to l6:21 (si pp.- - 266-7pars. 20-22) Secular Authorities? (rs p. 270 pars. 1-3) No. 2: 1 Timothy 6:1-12 No. 3: Why Do We Have a Fight to Do What Is Right? (pe Apr. 8 Bible reading: 2 Peter 1 to 3 chap. 26 pars. 13) Song No. 177 No. 4: For What Two Main Purposes Did Jesus Institute the No. 1: Time and the Holy Scriptures-Part 3 (si pp. 280-2 Memorial? (rs p. 266 pars. 1,2) pars. 18-26) Feb. 11 Bible reading: 2 Timothy 1 to 4 No. 2: 2 Peter 1:l-11 No. 3: Do Our Song No. 162 What We Need for Prwers to Be Heard? tzw 1: l7:l 20:lO 267 23.24) chap. 27 pars. 6.7) No. Revelation to Mu..- -aars. , . No. 4: Making Real Friends (up chap. 8 pp. 65-7,70-2) NO. 2: 2 Timothy 2:14-26 No. 3: What Is Needed to Do What Is Right? @e chap. 26 Apr. 15 Bible reading: 1 John 1 to 5 Pars. 4.5) No. 4: Why Youths Should Confide in Their Parents (ya chap. 2 Song No. 50 pp. 20-1) No. 1: Time and the Holy Scriptures-Part 4 (dpp. 282-4 pars. 27-33) Web. 18 Bible reading: Titus 1 to 3 and Philemon No. 2: 1 John 43-19 Song No. 119 No. 3: Meeting God's Requirements for Prayer (pe chap. 27 No. 1: Revelation 20:ll to 2221 (si pp. 267-8pars. 2527) pars. 8,9) No. 2: Titus 2:l-15 No. 4: How Do Christians View Carnal Warfare? (rs p. 271 NO. 3: % a~loseRelationshiu With God So Imwrtant? (zw pars. 1-4) chap. 26 pars. 6-8) - No. 4: What Is the Sigdflcance of the Memorial Emblems? (rs Apr. 22 Bible reading: 2 John, 3 John, Jude p. 267 pars. 2,3) Sone No. 22 Feb. 25 Bible reading: Hebrews 1 to 3 NO.?; Measuring Events in the Stream of Time-Part 1 (sf PP. 284-5pars. 1-7) Song No. 105 No. 2: Jude 3-15 No. 1: AVisit to the Promised Land-Part 1 (si pp. 270-1 No. 3: The Basic Requirement for Our Prayers to Be Heard (pe pars. 1-7) chap. 27 pars. 10,ll) No. 2: Hebrews 2:l-13 No. 4: Helping a Friend in Serious Trouble (pp chap. 8 pp. 68-91 No. 3: Learn From the Mistakes of Others! (ps chap. 26 pars. 9-12) Apr. 29 Written Review. Complete Colossians 1 to No. 4: Why Parents Circumscribe Their Children's Freedom (up Jude chap. 3 pp. 26-33) Song No. 59 Mar. 4 Bible reading: Hebrews 4 to 7 May 6 Bible reading: Revelation 1 to 3 Song No. 123 No. 1: A Visit to the Promised Land-Part 2 (sf pp. 271,274 Song No. 161 pars. 8-15) No. 1: Measuring Event&in the Stream of Time-Part 2 (si No. 2: Hebrews 5:l-14 pp. 285-7pars. 8-15) No. 3: What Changes Can Be Made With God's Help? (pe No. 2: Revelation 2:1-11 chap. 26 pars. 13,141 No. 3: What Are Matters for Prayer? (pschap. 27 pars. 12.13) No. 4: Who Only Can Properly Partake of the Lord's Evening No. 4: Israel's Wars No Precedent for Christians (rs p. 271 Meal? (rs p. 267 par. 4 top. 268 par. 1) par. 5 top. 272 par. 2) 4 May 13 Bible reading: Revelation 4 to 6 July 15 Bible reading: Genesis 10 to 12 Song No. 97 Song No. 66 No. 1: Measuring Events in the Stream of Time-Part 3 (si No. 1: The Christian Greek Text of the Holy Scriptures-ran pp. 291-2 pars. 16-23) (st pp. 315-16 pars. 1-7) No. 2: Revelation 6:l-11 No. 2: Genesis 11:31-12:13 No. 3: Why Pray for Others? (pe chap. 27 pars. 14-16) No. 3: What Examule of God Do We Need to Follow? (ve No. 4: Why Youths Respond to Peer Pressure (ypcmp. 9 chap. 28hars. 18.19) pp. 73-61 No. 4: How to Answer Critics of the New World Translation (rs p. 279 pars. 1-4) May 20 Bible reading: Revelation 7 to 9 Song No. 127 July 22 Bible reading: Genesis 13 to 15 No. 1: Measuring Events in the Stream of Time-Part 4 (si Song No. 106 pp. 292-3 pars. 24-30) No. 1: The Christian Greek Text of the Holy Scriptures-Part 2 No. 2: Revelation 7:l-4.9-17 (si pp. 316-17 pars. 8-16) No. 3: What Characterizes Christ's True Disciples? @e chap. 28 No. 2: Genesis 135-18 pars. 1-31 No. 3: Why God Is Not to Blame for Family Failures (pe No. 4: Involvement in Politics Not for Christians (rsp. 273 chap. 29 pars. 1-3) pars. 2-4) No. 4: How to Build One's Self-Esteem (ypchap. 12 p. 98 to May 27 Bible reading: Revelation 10 to 12 p. 101 par. 2) Song No. 26 July 29 Bible reading: Genesis 16 to 19 No. 1: The Bible and Its Canon-Part 1 (sip.299 pars. 1-6) Song No. 117 No. 2: Revelation 12:5-17 No. 1: The Christian Greek Text of the Holy Scriptures-Part 3 No. 3: To Whom Should We Show Love? (pechap. 28 pars. 4.5) (si pp. 317-19 pars. 17-25) No. 4: Coping With Peer Pressure (ypchap. 9 pp. 77-80) No. 2: Genesis l7:l-14 No. 3: What Must Be Recognized for Marriage to Be a Success? June 3 Bible reading: Revelation 13 to 16 (pe chap. 29 pars. 4,5) Song No. 6 No. 4: What Indicates God Has a Heavenly Organization? (rs No. 1: The Bible and Its ~anonl~art2 (si pp. 300-302 p. 280 pars. 2,3) pars. 7-16) No. 2: Revelation 14:l-13 Aug. 5 Bible reading: Genesis 20 to 2S No. 3: Why Can Problems Arise Among Christians? (pe chap. 28 Song No. 64 t pars. 6,7) No. 1: TheChristian Greek Text of the Holy Scriptures-Part 4 No. 4: Bible's View of National Anthems and Flag Ceremonies (sI pp. 319-20 pars. 26-32) (rsp. 274 pars. 24) No. 2: Genesis 22:9-19 June 10 Bible reading: Revelation 16 to 18 No. 3: Who Was Made Head of the Family, and Why? (pe chap. 29 pars. 6,7) Song No. 145 No. 4: Beware of False Self-Coddence (ypchap. 12 p. 101 No. 1: The Bible and Its Canon-Part 3 (si pp. 302-5 par. 3 top. 103) pars. 17-26) No. 2: Revelation l8:l-lO,20,21 Aug. 12 Bible reading: Genesis 24 and 25 No. 3: What Problems Did Even the Apostles Have at Times? Song No. 205 (pechap. 28 pars. 8,9) No. 1: The Bible in Modern Times-Part 1 (sigp. 320-1 No. 4: How Important Are Looks? (upchap. 10) pars. 1-81 June 17 Bible reading: Revelation 19 to 22 No. 2: Genesis 25:19-34 No. 3: In What Ways Did Christ Set an Example for Husbands? Song No. 184 @e chap. 29 pars. 8,9) No. 1: The Hebrew Text of the Holy Scriptures-Part 1 (si No. 4: How Did God Communicate With His Senrants in Times uu. 305-7 pars. 1-9) Past? (~8p. 281 pars. 1,2) NO.2: Reviiation 2i:i-14 No. 3: How Did the Apostles Solve Their Problems? (pe Aug. 19 Bible reading: Genesis 26 to 28 chap. 28 pars. 10,ll) Song No. 213 No. 4: Christian Neighbor Love Compatible With Neutrality (rs No. 1: The Bible in Modern Times-Part 2 (si pp. 321,323-4 p. 276 par. 1) pars. 9-16) June 24 Bible reading: Genesis 1 to 3 No. 2: Genesis 28:lO-22 the (ps Song No. 56 No. 3: What Is Wife's Scriptural Role? chap. 29 No. 1: The Hebrew Text of the Holy Scriptures-Part 2 (8i pars. 10,ll) pp. 307,310 pars. 10-16) No. 4: What Causes Depression? (ypchap. 13 p. 104 top. 106 No. 2: Genesis 3:6-19 Par. 1) No. 3: Follow the Example God Sets in Being Forgiving (pe Ang. 26 Written Review. Revelation 1 to Genesis 28 chap. 28 pars. 12,13) No. 4: What Guides a Christian's Choice of Dress? (upchap. 11 Song No. 114 p. 90 top. 94 par. 1) Sept. 2 Bible reading: Genesis 29 to 31 July 1 Bible reading: Genesis 4 to 6 Song No. 82 Song No. 62 No. 1: The Bible in Modern Times-Part 3 (8i pp. 324-5 No. 1: The Hebrew Text of the Holy Scriptures-Part 3 (sf pars. 17-26) PP. 310-12 pars. 17-25) No. 2: Genesis 29:9-29 No. 2: Genesis 6:l-12 No. 3: How Can a Wife Beneflt Her Family? (pe chap. 29 No. 3: Why Should We Be Merciful? (pe chap. 28 pars. 14,151 pars. 12,131 No. 4: Jehovah's Name Fitting in Christian Greek Scriptures (rs No. 4: Bible Shows God's People Would Be Organized (rs p. 282 p. 278 pars. 1-3) pars. 1-4) July 8 Bible reading: Genesis 7 to 9 Sept. 9 Bible reading: Genesis 32 to 35 Song,No. 200 Song No. 183 No. 1: The Hebrew Text of the Holy Scriptures-Part 4 (si No. 1: The Bible in Modern Times-Part 4 (si. --uu. 325-7 pp. 312-14 pars. 26-31) pars. 27-35) No. t: Genesis 9:l-11 No. 2: Genesis 34:l-7,25-31 No. 3: How Should We Solve Problems'! (pe chap. 28 No. 3: Children Should Occupy What Place in the Family? (pe pars. 16.17) chap. 29 pars. 14,151 No. 4: The Benefits of 'Modest and Well-Arranged' Dress (yp No. 4: Recognizing and Alleviating Depression (ypchap. 13 chap. 11p. 94 par. 2 top. 96) p. 106 par. 2 top. 111 par. 2) ,-?,,; Sept. 16 Bible reading: Genesis 36 to 38 .. . Nov. 11 Bible reading: Exodus 13 to : Song No. 115 Song No. 171 No. 1: Advantages of the New World IICranslation-Part 1 (st No. 1: The pp. 327-8 pars. 1-6) oars. 1-81 No. 2: Genesis 37:5-11.25-28 No. 2: Exodus 14:19-31 , What Commands Are Husbands and Wives to Obey? (pe No. 3: No. 3: How Can Parents Reason With Their Children? (pe :, ' ' chap. 29 pars. 16,171 chap. 29 pars. 30-33) I- No. 4: What Shows God's People Are United? (rs p. 283 No. 4: Paradise (Luke 23:43) Not a Part of Hades (rs p. 286 pars. 1-3) pars. 1-3) ;s Sept. 23 Bible reading: Genesis 39 to 41 Nov. 18 Bible readine: Exodus 17 to 20 Song No. 38 No. 1: Advantages of the New World Translation-Part 2 (si Song No. 139 DD. 328-9 ~ars.7-10) No. 1: The Bible-Authentic and True-Part 2 (si D. 339 No. 2: ~eneiis39:730,17-23 pars. 9-13) No. 3: Why Should Mates Be Faithful to Each Other? (pe No. 2: Exodus 20:l-17 chap. 29 pars. 18,19) No. 3: What Basic Steps Must Be Taken to Get on the Road to No. 4: How to Fight Depression (yp chap. 13 p. Illpar. 3 to Life? (pe chap. 30 pars. 1-31 p. 114) No. 4: How to Overcome Shyness (yp chap. 15 pp. 123-6)

Sept. SO Bible reading: Genesis 42 to 44 Nov. 25 Bible readine: Exodus 21to 24 Song No. 164 Song No. 95 No. 1: Advantages of the New Wotld IICramlation-Part 3 (si DD. 329-30 pars. 11-18) No. 1: The Bible-Authentic and True-Part 3 (sip. 340 No. 2: ~en&is44:1&34 pars. 14.15) Parents Have What Twofold Obligation? (pe chap. 29 No. 2: Exodus 24:l-11 No. 3: Wi c--oars. --*--,20.21) No. 3: Appreciation of God's Goodness Cause Us to Do No. 4: What Are Three Ways by Which Gad's Organization Can What? (pechap. 30 pars. 4,5) Be Identified? (rs p. 283 pars. 4-6) No. 4: Why Could the Evildoer ofLuke 23:43 Not Have Gone to Heaven? (TSP. 286 par. 4 to p. 287 par. 1) Oct. 7 Bible reading: Genesis 45 to 47 ' Dec. 2 Bible reading: Exodus 25 to 28 Song No. 221 No. 1: Advantages of the New World Translation-Part 4 (si Song yo. 13 p. 331 pars. 19-23) No. 1: The Bible-Authentic and True-Part 4 (si pp. 340-1 No. 2: Genesis 45:l-13 pars. 16-20) No. 3: What Command Must Children Obey? (pe chap. 29 No. 2: Exodus 25:l-16 par. 22) No. 3: Dedication Requires One to Take What Steps in No. 4: How to Be Alone but Not Lonely (yp chap. 14 pp. 115-17) Imitation of Whom? @e chap. 30 pars. 6-8) Oct. 14 Bible reading: Genesis 48 to SO No. 4: Coping With Grief (yp chap. 16) Song No. 180 Dee. 9 Bible reading: Exodus 29 to 32 No. 1: Archaeology and the Inspired Record-Part 1 (si p. 332 pars. 1-5) Song No. 143 No. 2: Genesis 49:l-12 No. 1: The Bible-Authentic and True-Part 5 (si pp. 341-2 No. 3: Why Should a Family Study the Bible Together? (pe pars. 21-25) chap. 29 par. 23) No. 2: Exodus 32:19,20,25-35 No. 4: Four Further Ways God's Organization Can Be Identifled No. 3: Dedication Obligates One to Engage in What Work? (pe (rs p. 283 par. 7 top. 284 par. 2) chap. 30 ~ars.9.10) No. 4: How D; we know That ~esusat Luke 23:43 Was Oct. 21 Bible reading: Exodus 1 to 4 Referring to an Earthly Paradise? (rs p. 287 Song NO. 68 pars. 2,3j No. 1: Archaeology and the Inspired Record-Part 2 (si UP. 333-5 pars. 6-11) Dec. 16 Bible reading: Exodus 33 to 36 NO.2: ~xodus3:6-10.13-17 No. 3: How Should Mates View Each Other's Shortcomings? (pe Song No. 144 chap. 29 pars. 24,25) No. 1: The Inspired Scriptures Bring Eternal Benefits-Part 1 No. 4: The Cure for Loneliness (yp chap. 14 pp. 118-20) (si pp. 349-50 pars. 1-71 No. 2: Exodus M:l-l0,12-14 Oct. 28 Bible reading: Exodus 5 to 8 No. 3: What Is Needed to Preach the Good News? (pe chap. 30 pars. 11,121 Song No. 86 No. 4: The Christian View of School (yp chap. 17) No. 1: Archaeology and the Inspired Record-Part 3 (si pp. 335-6 pars. 12-15) 37 No. 2: Exodus 6:l-13 Dec. 23 Bible reading: Exodus to 40 No. 3: Heeding What Bible Counsel Will Help Mates to Solve songNO. 202 Their Problems? (pe chap. 29 pars. 26,27) NO.1: The Inspired Scriptures Bring Eternal Benefits-Part 2 No. 4: WhatScriptures Point to an.Earthly Paradise? (rs p. 285 (si pp. 350-2 pars. 8-16) pars. 1-3) No. 2: Exodus 39:32-43 Nov. 4 Bible reading: Exodus 9 to 12 No. 3: How Does One Show He Has Chosen Eternal Life? (pe chap. 30 pars. 13-15) Song No. 159 No. 4: How O& C& we Gain True Ihowledge and Wisdom? (rs No. 1: Archaeology and the Inspired Record-Part 4 (si p. 288 par. 3 top. 289 par. 1) pp. 336-7 pars. 16-22) No. 2: Exodus l2:l-13 Dec. 30 Written Beview. Complete Genesis 29 to No. 3: What Is the Bible's Position on Divorce? (pe chap. 29 Exodus 40 nam.-- - --,28-29)- - , No. 4: Understanding Shyness (yp chap. 15 pp. 121-2) Song No. 85 6 Announcements Building Close Family Relationships Literature offer for October: Sub- scription to eitherlwake! or The Watch- ' With so many demands On their or in helping them get out of oneprob- tower or both. November: New Torld time*.parents. face a. jn lem after another." How much better Translation of the Holy Scriptures and building a family that 1s steadfast In it is tobuild the needed spiritual either Should You Believe in the Trini- true worship. Christian families need ities in children so they can avoid the ty? or "Look! I Am Making All Things a close bond that provides support pitfalls!-l core3:10-15. New." December: Mankind's Search for during present dimcult times. (Eccl. God. January and Febluary: Any 192- 4:9-12; 2 l-im. 3:1-5) spirituality ENJOYING FIELD SERVICE ACTIVITY page book published prlor to 1980 that grows, a family becomes more Joy is an emotion excited by the the congregation has in stock. If the con- and will be strengthened to withstand acquisition Or Of good. gregation has no stock of such books to the onslaughts of Satan and his sys- When a person is prepared for be the book Your Kingdom service, he may properly anticipate Cme" should be used. The 'Kingdm good results. Thus, preparation is the Come" book may be requested from BUILDING SPIRITUAL QUALITIES key to joyful field service. Regularly Brooklyn. Congregation meetings and fami- practicing what to say as a family be- Congregatjons should begin request- ly Bible study are essentials in the fore going into the field service builds lng Examrnlng the SCrWtures Dally family's weekly schedule. (Deut. 6: rfidence' Titus 3:1b') -1991 with their October literature re- 6, 7; ~~b.10:23-25; wg6 11/1 quest. The booklets will be available ach one can have a goal in mind. A in ~~~bi~,chinese, Croatian, Danish, PP- 23-5) is needed- There simple presentation can be rehearsed ~utch,English, Finnish, French, Ger- is avoid if thisis the with young children Or those just man, Greek, Hungarian, Iloko, Italian, training get. starting in field service. Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, A wholesome family relationship By working with their children in Portuguese, Samoan, Spanish, Swedish, develo~swhen~arentstakeagenuinethe Christian ministry, parents can Tagalog, Turkish, and Vietnamese. Until interest in the spiritual welfare of the help them cultivate the personal in- these booklets are available and ship- children. In Israel, par~ntswere Se- terest in people exemplified by Je- ments are made, they will appear as sponsible for the education and train- hovah and Jesus. The ministry also "PendingnOn conmegation packinglists. ing of their children, instructing helps us to develop a close rela- Examining the Scriptures are them by both word and example. The special request items. tionship with Jehovah. (wg1 11/1 Israelite educational program includ- pp. 14-20)Some families schedule full As stated in the April 20, 1990 an- ed practical training for adult living, nouncement sent to all conmega&ons, days together, planning wholesome the Society is reprinting the Watchtower teaching of basic reading and writing recreation following field service. bound volumes from 1960 through 1979 skills, and instructi~nto develop spir- This allows time for conversation in a in SPANISH. We are presently accepting itual qualities. In educating children, relaxed atmosphere and draws par- requests for the years 1960-1969 ONLY. emphasis was placed on teaching ents and children together. Future announcevents to all congre- them the fear of Jehovah, the Law, Be determined to develop the gations will provide instructions for re- respect for parents and older persons, needed communication skills in order questing the reprin;ted bound, volul?es and the importance of obedience. to keep a close relationship with your years. Any interested Obtaln- Strive to spend quality time with children. Do not allow anything to ing the reprinted Spanish Watchtower your family every day. Spiritual mat- prevent you from taking the neces- J bound volumes for 1960-1969 should request them through the congregation on ters can be discussed in an informal sary time to strengthen your family the neKt literature request form. Since setting, such as at mealtimes. One spiritually. Pray for and with your the volumes are being reprinted one parent wisely observed: "Parents will children, knowing that Jehovah can time only, we urge all to consider care- spend time with their children-ei- crown your building efforts with suc- fully their needs. Please bear in mind ther in developing spiritual qualities cess.-Ps. 127:l; Prov. 24:3. that these bound volumes are special request items. New Publications Available: Question Box Questions Young People Ask-An- What factors should be kept in mind being unnecessarily disturbed by swers That Work -Indonesian when two or more different-language publishers of different-language con- Should YouBelieve in the Trinity? congregations work the same terri- gregations, perhaps during the same -Arabic tory? morning or afternoon. We do not want G New Cassette Recordings Available: ~h~ ~~~~h 1984 issue of ourK~W- to "offer any hindrance to the good PreseTVing Life in Time of Famine dam Ministry, under "Presenting the news about the Christ."--1 Cor. 9:12. -Drama (smgle cassette) -English Good News," stated: "The publishers When adjustments need to be made of each congregation should concen- because of people moving, quickly Schedule for congregation studies trate their efforts on their own partic- pass on names and addresses of inter- in the book The Bible-God's Word ular language group."This is because ested persons to the appropriate con- or Mm's?: congregation territory assignments gregation. This will assist in keep- in multilingual areas are according ing the territory records up-to-date. October 1: Page 14, par. 4, to language. Congregations working Love, mutual concern, understand- to Page 24, Par. 22 multilanguage territory may find it ing, reasonableness, and cooperation October 8: Page 25, par. 1, helpful to make a list of homes and arevital.-Phil. 4:5. to page 36, par. 25 apartments where their publishers When participating in street work, should not call. It is the responsibility informal witnessing, and so forth, 0 ler 15: Page 37, par. 1, of the service overseers of the con- publishers may 'carry literature in to page 44, par. 17 cerned congregations to work out various languages. However, when 0 ler 22: Page 46, par. 18, a mutually acceptable system for going frm house to house, we would to page 54, par. 35 working the territory thoroughly and normally not offer literature in lan- directing interested ones to the ap- guages other than that of our congre- October 29: Page 55, par. 1, propriate congregation. This should gation. Keep in mind that territories to page 62, par. 17 be done to prevent householders from (Continued on page 8, col. 3) 7 [ PRESEMnQ TflEQOOD NEWS ) THEOCRATIC NEWS Y Barbados had a new peak of 1,783 publishers in May, their third for this By Conversing With People Topic for Conversation may be just service year. Accordingto adictionarY, -- + Haiti had a 14-percent increase in W- W- ti ' May with a new peak of 6,427 pub- sation is an "oral ex- of fen- lishers reporting. They also had new timents, observations, opinions, or of concern to the householder, briefly ?c.,.and ham peaks in hours and return visits. iaez~uthow cG you stam-,.to the Bible s n. bhenhe Y Lesotho had a new peak of 1,270 v%n bas= on the Bible when makes an obs~comment publishers for May, an 18-percent in- - crease over last year's average. They itively, not critically, o~,xathe had a new peak of 2,223 Bible stud- says- ime- his thoughts ies There were 4,979 in attendance 5° and feelings S=>OUP~~~ him to at iheMemorial. contmconversing with you. Try to + Mexico surpassed the 300,000 41,42. find points of agreement and corn- publisher mark in May, with 300,316 We should earnestly Pray to God merit on these. Keep the conversa- reporting. This is a 14.5-percent in- to he1 us find honesthearted people tion positive by emphasizing King- crease over last year's average. A new andgen the way for US to COnVerSe do, blessings as the Bible9ssolution peak Of 464.378 home Bible Studies with them. WiLnessing becomes easl- for man's problems. was also reached. er-ew each asa Consider differing viewpoints as JULY SERVICE REPORT P.S&?l@! -- This keys To ' contmuea conversation. 3 frame of mind will help us convey the ~e~ouseho]deris willing to reason, AV. AV. AV. AV. truth in a warm, sincere manner that Pubs. Hrs. Mags. R.V. Bi.St. you might ask, "Did you. ever think 0 will attract interested ones. it from this - t?v rhen poinf Sp'l Pios. 179 120.0 81.4 53.2 5.7 "0s. 60,048 69.0 31.5 23.2 2.6 USE WHAT WE HAVE to3~G0ds,"$O~aYSon them AUX. PiOS. 307352 59.2 25.0 13.7 3 l-he ~~~~~~i~ book offers many ject. If y6u TEiTfhat the person is 7 Pubs. 7367230 6.3 3.7 0.5 excellent lntroduc-.+- ions on pages 9-15. unreasonable, do not insist that he astwhat yo3 have said. Rather, 8263809 Most of th3Se ~s~m~~ti~~ux Newly Dedicated Ones Baptized: 9,670 questions. When the householder re- qo- t, sponds to a question, 1- respect- 1e2iu- a future Question Box (ContJd) fully and then reply in a manner that to present the news in these areas are prepared according will show -theXOlTSholder-we have to him.-Prov. 12:8* 18. to language so that publishers placing cssmdmhe has said.-Col. 92-e are mQre literature can also directthe interest- 4:6. comewhen You meet thew- ed householder to the congregation a-Do not hesitate to start con- 4 Of course, when you ask a ques- meetings held in the language the tion, you do not EndiGZiFEe house- versatiOns with people You meet on householder best understands or pre- holder will answer. Be ready to ad- who working or re- fers. just your discussion a36faTiT ly. TTY laxing in may wel- Obviously at times there will be tox>yGthe conversation OinF y in- Come Your genuine interest in their some overlapping of our efforts. But traducing further &'fr& activity, and You may be able to lead as stated in the article referred to the conversation into a discussion of th? ealin ' ' above, "it is good to keep foremost in the Bible promise that the earth will and :Yyking ;U- mind that as we preach, our purpose questions. soon be a paradise. When YOU start a is to make disciples-to teach the conversation, try to make it a pleas- truth. (Matt. 28:19, 20) Teaching PREPARE IN ADVANCE ant ex erience f% the householder. should be done in the language people You may already be acquainted In&-sit depends on you, weunderstand best. (1Cor. 14~9)"By with the general thinking of people in the erson concentrating our ministry on people your territory. If so, then s~L~cJ in- tidetoward God, hiS .md, and his who best understand or prefer the trauctions in the Reasoning baservants. In this way, even if you are language of the congregation we at- that will be the most effectivein your nmcessful initially in reaching tend, much good can be accomplished pa@c_ular territory. Adapting one of meart, he may moreme in helping many more to gain salva- these introductions to the current the next Witness calls. tion. Bible Studies (Cont'd) However, is he really convinced that help him to make further progress. information may convince the he should break free from it? You We should strive to motivate a per- of Jehovah's love for mankind. might say: "How do you feel about son's heart and pray that Jehovah will this? Suppose you were to stop right help him grow spiritually.-1 Cor. 3: ASK QUESTIONS now but some of your friends would 5-9. Effective use questions makefunofyou.Whatwouldyoudo?" When conducting a Bible study, Jesus get people think and rea- A word of caution, though. At always remember to take sufficient son. (Matt. 17:24-27) The student's times such questions may bring an- time to reason with the student on answers may help us to determine swers that surprise or disappoint you. the material being considered. Adapt what he is learning as well as what What then? If it is a sensitive subject, your teaching methods to flt his par- unscriptural views he may still hold. it may be better not to force the issue ticular needs. Work to build into his Perhaps the student is battling a but to say: "Let's go on for now. We heart a deep love and respect for Je- smoking habit. You have reviewed cancomeback to this later." Or "Well, hovah, the Bible, and Jehovah's orga- the material in chapter 27 of the Live it is something to think about, isn't nization. May we do our part to help Forever book and the information on it?" (John 16:12) Knowing how the others become Christ's disciples by pages 13-16 in the July 8,1989, issue student really feels about the matter, endeavoring to conduct effective Bi- of Awake! He sees the need to stop. youcanprepareinformationthatmay ble studies.-Acts 2:41-46. 8 OUR Many today view the Bible as think the Bible can help solve to- outdated and unrealistic. However, day's problems, such as the misuse of God's Word has the power to change drugs, delinquency, and broken lives. (Heb. 4:12) This has been man- homes? [Allow for response.] Notice ifested in the thinking, conduct, and what the Bible says at 2 Timothy 3:16. improved attitudes of a wide variety [Read.] Do you think the Bible can MINISTRY of people. (Eph. 4:24) Applying the exert that kind of beneficial influ- Bible's counsel contributes to a hap- ence? [Allow for response.] Most I . DV familv environment. It ~romotespeople need and want some kind of GighboFly relations, regardless of NOVEMBER 1990 direction when facing problems or race, color, or social standing. making decisions in life, don't they? Vol. 33, No. 11 -Luke 10:29-37. Consider where followine God's Word I FOR UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Our personal experience with Ean lead us. [Read ~ohn17:3.] The God's Word should moveus to encour- Bible gives clear direction for resolv- age others to investigate for them- ingpersonaldifficultiesandoutlines a WBUSHER PEAK REPORTED selves the true value of the Bible. An sure hope for the future." If the per- The 1990 service year ended with 850,- excellent framework for doing thjs son shows genuine interest in gaining 120 publishers in the field. This was our has been proyided in our new Topi: an understanding of God's Word, we fourth publisher peak for the year. It was for Conversation, "Why Read the Bi- could demonstrate the value of the 24,841 more than our previous peak in ble?" How can we use this topic along New World Translation or one of the April and 32,239 over August of last year. with the New World Translation and brochures.

during has a personal copy of the Bible and if USING THE he finds it easy to read. Depending

NOVEMBER 5-1 1 tothe only realsource of practical name. You may also find it helpful help. In the past, people often looked to use one or two points from pag- N~~ World Translation to the Bible for guidance, but times es 276-80 of the Reasoning book. 1. How will you introduce it? have changed.- haven't they? Do you (Continued on page 8, col. 1) 2. What features will you highlight? tr r/d [A,/.; Directing Bible Students NOVEMBER 12-18 to Jehovah% Organization What points of interest can YOU use Bible students n~gto get ac- Bible students with the various as- quainted with the or~ani on of the pects of Jehovah's organization? mw 1. From current local news? 66 onewJesus spoke aEtat John can you help them see that the orga- 2. From the brochure? 10:16. They mlu_s_t~a'eciate-that nization's swe%Bible-basep? identif ing themselves with Jeho- NOVEMBER 19-25 USE THE DOING GOD'S WILL BROCHURE ;rm:rganizatiom essential to The @ing GodJs Will brochure How might you arouse their sali;-'ev. 7:9, 10, 15) has comprematmg- the interest of Therefore, we should ardin Jeho ' r~ 1. A religious person? our Bible students to the organiza- it you can progressively ac: 2. someone who does not believe as as a Bible study is estab~ -: lishev nlZaeion and help them appreciate its the Bible? Telpyour Bible st~dentsto get operation. A good way to be in is by NOVEMBER 26-DECEM BER 2 acquainted with the many features of discussing wha at t HOWcan your comments Jehovah's organization. FO1- Kingdom Hi&uraz lowing the first-centur~pattern, all th s u en 0 attend congregation I. Arrest and hold attention? of Jehovah's people belong to congre- m&t:nis.inviting him to the 2. Stir up thinking ability? gations that are made UP of elders, public talk for the first time, review ministerial servants, and publishers. the information on 5-4 anif. studies Today, the members of the congrega- Draw s a en 1 e pic ureg. the book The BibL-God's Word tions enjoy attending five meetings a Descrge t: l::$ig rnnd a ' ear- or ManJsB: week. There periaic aalies aaofthe local ~in~d:m H~~!Y~~ November 5: Page 63, par. 18, and conventions schedulRT-w may even show him a picture of the to page 70, par. 34 the year, and these provide special Kingdom Hall you attend. November 12: Page 71, par. 1, instruction along with opportunities 4 When the circuit overseer's via to associatg with fellow Witnesses is announced to e congregation, page"r par* l8 frooidifferent areas. Also, there are consish y;? Bible student November 19: Page 79, par. 19, pibfieG~imtssfVnTies,and tr-g pw . Use the questions at to Page 86, Par. 34 ovm-e,, ayxas a Governing the end0o= 21 to make the main November 26: Page 87, par. 1, B&&J that directs the w-dfm'e points stand out. Consider with him to page 94, p .8 work. "--:might you ac: Iur (Continued on page 2, col. 1 ) Meetings to Help Us Make Disciples ER 5 gation meetings, using specific infor- 10 min: "Presenting the Good Newsk Song 180 mation from Doing God's Will bro- -In a Prayerful Manner." Warm ap- - 10 ,,,in: ~~~~l announcementsand chure, pages 14 and 15. ,5>,4. ,\ pealing talk. Highlight need to pray i selected ~~~~~~~~~~~t~ from our 20 min: <'Special Conventions ~dno/rfor ~od's~irectionand blessing on ~i~~d~~~i~i~t~~.~i~hli~htspecific Jehovah." Question-and-answer dis- our ministry. d articles fromcurrent that cussion. Highlight key points in 18 min: "Are You Ready to ~acef' can be featured this week. ~~~i~,jTeaching Committee's letter of Au- a Faith-Challenging Medical Situ-i; brothers to bring ~~i~~ ~~dj~will gust 1, 1990. Stress importance of ation?" Exgerienced speaker gives brochure to service ti^^ next all cooperating fully with the Soci- clear talk on material from subheading "Valuable Help in a Time ot + week. ety's arrangement for special con- Need" to end of insert article, empha " 20 min: "Recommending the Word ventions of God." Question-and-answer con- Song 36 and concluding Prayer. sizing the benefit of working with el "'sideration. When discussing para- ders and Hospital Liaison Commit- graphs 3 and 4, have qualified pub- WEEK STARTING NOVEMBER 19 tees when dealing with an emergency ,- medical situation. lisher demonstrate new Topic for 101 ~;~kL~~~\,,-r~ / ,&>,-gs .J 7 Song 12 min: Offer Mankk??~s Search fotr Conversation. announcements and iCa1 GOdduringDecember. and dem- 15 min: The Value of the New World Theocratic News. Encourage all to support weekend field service ac- onstration. mBy flliady'~ Translation Reference Bible. Discus- riety of ways to demonstrate the val- sion. Elde s value of Refer- tivity. 6 k, ~~I,.,A, ue of this new bookvdependingon the ence Bibleorthree publish- 20 min: LeiOthers to Become ers who have made good use of this Skilled in Using God's Word." Con- tYPe Of territory being and publication. Consider statement of sideration by questions and answers. the encountered' If par- the New World Bible Translation Highlight need to help one anotheii to ticular religignl-mer is Committee on page 5. Highlight val- become more effective in various fea- :~~~~~~~~h~~$~~~~~l~~W$~ ue of footnotes, cross-references, tures of the ministry. Demonstrate that religion. Many people will readi- two concordances, and appendix. how publishers can help qualified Bi- ly recognize the value of the bo,k as Emphasize value of using this publi- ble students or how a parent helps his a reference work to help them be- cation in personal study and in prep- minor c ministry' come better acquainted with reli- aration for congregation meetings. 20 mi&aapP$ooG keady to Face gions and other than their Song 46 and concluding prayer. a Faith-Challenging Medical Situa- Chapter 16 describes the new tion?" Question-and-answer consid- world a;d should appeal to lbvefigf WEEK STARTING NOVEMBER 12 eration by capable elder, covering r~eousness~We want to help pea- Song 6 paragraphs ffom beginnlm Of insert ple everywhere to understand that 8 min: Local announcements and article to subheading "Valuable Help now is the time to search for God. .,,Pccounts report. Read acknowledg- haTime Of Need."Stress waiting Isaiah 55:6, 7 could be used to show nients from Society for contribu- that the true God can be found. But tions made to the Society's worldwide what ahead as a family man must seek God now, just as the work and to the Society Kingdom Hall now-be ready! apostle Paul pointed out to his au- Fund. Also, express appreciation for Song and concluding prayer. dience on the Areo~asus.(Acts 17: material support of local congrega- 26, 27) Just as bacG tlhere,' Jehovah _ tion. Outline special service arrange- WEEK STARTING NOVEMBER 26 may open the minds and hearts of ments for November 22. Song 161 A Wh s'. some of our listeners so that they too 17 min: "Directing Bible Students to 1 5 min: Loc61 a%ouncements. Re- will become believers. Demonstrate Jehovah's organization." Question- mind congregation that new book how publishers might use these scrip and-answer consideration. When I Mankind'sSearch forGod will be features when working from house tc covering paragraph 3, have qualified tured in ~ecembei.All will want to house with book offer during Decem publisher demonstrate how student have full share in distributing this ber. can be encouraged to attend conare- publication and should vrevare well. Song 188 and concluding prayer. Bible Students (Cont'd) tures on page 18. When you comment ate Jehovah's organization and en- the Scriptural background of our on the illust~ionshowing the re- courage him to associate with the lo- present arrangement by using the lease of a new publication, you may cal congregation. first paragraph on page 20. This in- Prepare him for a further discussion Speaking with conviction when formation will make your student's of Pages 24 and 25. TO ex&lain i6 discussing these matters will make _a visit to the Kin@& Hall ameanEg--- geering, cover points on pages% lasting impression on your stuaent. ful one and 23: -- Be aglow with tG spirit. (Acts 18:25) Similarly, prior to your district ADAPT TO THE NEED Also, make sure that you; '"the' one convention, circuit assembly, or spe- 6 AS YOU can see, it is not necessary teaching someone else," set a gocd cia1 assembly day, cover what is pub- to start at the beginning-oEheeboioing example in showing appreciation for lished on page 19. Draw his attention God%?Wi2ZbrochurZ~-Rather, as op- Jehovaxs organization. (Rom. 221) to what is invoTvTd in a large conven- portunity and need arise, consider Doing so, you may help others to join tion, and point out the international specific points ~~~~~TFiE brochure the one flock Jesus is leading to ever- scope that is presented in the pic- that will help the student to appreci- lasting life.

0 1990 Watch Tower Bible and Tract Society of Pennsylvania. All rights reserved. Our Kingdom Ministry (USPS 295-360) is published monthly by Watchtower Bible and Tract Society of New York, Inc., and International Bible Students Association, 25 Columbia Heights, Brooklyn. N.Y. 11201. Second-class postage paid at Brooklyn, N.Y., and at additional mailing o5ces. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Watchtower, 25 Columbia Heights, Brooklyn, N.Y. 11201. Printed in U.S.A. , -. . 2 ,,, ., <<,.J> ,.,. ,,+L!.4,: , :' :" :., u. - Are Yeu Ready to Face a '- - -. Faith-Challenging Medical situation?

' No one thinks much about the posfibility of being in locate information on the availability and effectiveness a hospital today or tomorrow;. Still, "time and unfore- of many forms of bloodless surgery and treatment. It seen occurrence befall us all.' j(Ecc_l.- - 9: 11 ) Even if you then supplies Hospital Liaison Committees, health care do not accept medical treatment as your preferred form centers, and some doctors with information on these of health care, what will you do to protect yourself from medical advances. (Sometimes Hospital Information an unwanted blood transfusion should an accident leave Services has sent out medical articles that show what you unconscious and you are rushed to a hospital? Yes, can be done without blood and succ-an an accident or a suddenly deteriorating health situation ongoing c-la) It keeps the com- can abru~tlybring you face-to-face with a challenge to mittees posted on favorable court decisions that will your fa assist- judges in looking at our cases with added insight. If you should find yourself in a hospital for any It also maintains records on over 7,000 cooperative reason, what will you do to maintain integrity if some- physicians so that the committees have up-to-date 6les one there tells you that you will die without a blood to use when blood transfusion problems arise. transfusionfwh you hastily accsthat this claim truly Hospital Information Services also supervises the represents your condition?~re~ouf~!l~rxm2mx&hat training and work of the Hospital Liaison Committees. you d~.n~t_want..M Are you In the cities where they are locat- r-to face this challenge-"tb ed, Hospital- Liaison Committees your faith and 'abstain from where you can quickly regulaGy make informative pre- blood'?-Acts 15:28,29. 5dit as needed sentations toxospital staffs to im- _L- Successfully r- . un- prove_ relations with them. They $$n wanted, $$n . also poll these staffs to find anv addiWdoctors q&o 7 stewitha firm conviction. Such a conviction must be will treat us ~hs~~n~.These brothers stand based on a clear understanding of what the Bible says re'zy to help you, but there are crucial advance steps about blood. Otherwise, you- can,in the emmnof the you must* to lay thegroundwork for them to do that moment, easilv be &ia&kd by someone who claims most effectively. to know more about the situation than you do. Would you be misled into think=at maybe doctors knpw CRUCIAL ADVANCE STEPS more about blood &n God does? Surely, in these -HAVE YOU TAKEN THEM YET? circumstances you will want to be "firmly resolved" 'First, m2kCNdlin the family have their personal to-do "what isughf" in , no matter medical directive document thoroughly filled out-dat- what mere hummay s;y=25) BU~do ed, signed, and- - -- witnessed. Some brothers miving & you have to face this challenge all by yourseIf?-Rcl. 4: hk61tzl with m=&ted ann-witnmd doc~- 9-12. $&$g$&gment have had its validi-allenged. And do all our unbaptized chiNren have theit-n HOSPITAL INFORMATION SERVICES AND a If not, in an emergency involving your child, HOSPITAL LIAISON COMMITTEES how do hospital personnel know your position on * To assist those who need help when faced with a blood and whom to call? blood transfusion problem, the Society has set up Hs Then see to it that all keep these documents with pita1 Information Services at Brooklyn. It has also them AT ALL TIMES. Check this with your chil=n established 100 Hospital Liaison Commitfees in ma- before they go to school &~daYLyes,even before they jor U.S. cities. These committees are made up of more go to a playground or recreational area. All of us should than500 elders specially trained for this work. be sure that these documents are with us at work, when Hospital Information Services is able to do research on vam,or at a Christian conventi~n.~Nev~er.$ +=---... 1_ -> - in more than 56JOO. -med_i_cal journals worldwide to .---.without them! OUR KINGDOM MINISTRY, NOVEMBER 1990 -. Think-. whg could happen to you if you should Calmly and confidently disqu.~@thyour own advance arrive in a serious condition at the emergenqxmm of medical directive and also the . , a hospital, upyamchs, and/or unabl; to wak for liability form. If the surgeon is unwilling to work with yourself. If you do not have tb-t with you, and your wishes, you will save timeif the hospital there is no relative or elder yet at the hospital to speak admi*tn-. -- 'I%%% for you, amoncludedthat you 'need blood,' you p$of hisjob. will likely receive a blood&msfu&g. ~nfor~ately, l5 ANESTHESIOLOGIST: Of all on the medical team that this has happened to-some. But when we have the you need to talk to before surgery, YOU MUST NOT FAIL doc-us, doc-us, expressing our will. TO-S DOCTOR. Charged with keeping you lo That is why a medical document is better than a alive while the surgeon operates, the anesthesiologist is medical -bracelet or necklace. The latter do ngeain the one who makes decisions about such mmxuuhe our Bible-b~dreasons for our position and do not have use ofLmSo you are not fully protected bv just signatures verifying what is stated. A (&a-dian gou~talking to the surgeon. Hence, you must speak with and decision said about a sister's documentti~hepatient] coniice the anesthesiologist as to your position,=- has chosen in the only way possible to notify doctors miging whethit- or wt.--Compare and other providers of healthcare, should she become Luke 18:3-5. unconscious or otherwise unable to convey her wishes, l6 The usualpractis% it seems, is for the anesthesiolo- that she does not consent to blood transfusions.")o gist to vis; the p&m&iefl.e~GG@it nezbewithout it! before, - sur--t.if he is ovmsed to youiTta5ia l1 Since our medical directive is designed mainly for on blood. Insist that the surgeon prese 'e dealing with emergency situations, then in ewye anesthesio~th~~of surge2 you would be wise to write out your own elective surgery. Then there will be thw to locate ~rsonalized,more complete advance directive (based another one if the 6rst one is unwilling to abide by your on our medical directive) so that you can- include wishes. Do-not let anvone try to talk vou out of this right specifics, such as the type of surgery and the names of to be satisfied with the anesthes-ry. 'sand the hospital. It is your right to do this l7 TO all of these, you must make clear your ~so-

and-- thus ensure the treatment of-vour choice. Even tiable stand: NO BLOOD. Ask for alternat&e non- though you and the doctor may not anticipate serious blood medical man@gtne@tof your case. Men problems, explain that this directive is to befollowed in any known-a_l&umi~esto blood for your situation. If case of any unexpected developments.-Prov. 223. the medical team feels thescyourcase, l2 The next important step is to talk to the necessary ask them to -s in the medical medical personnel that you will have to deal with in literature. Assure them you can get them some informa- either elective or emergency treatment. To whom espe- tion if thev wish by your asking your elders to contact cially should you speak? the nearest Hospital Liaison Committee.

TALK TO MEDICAL PERSONNEL EXERCISING YOUR RIGHTS. .. l3 THE MEDICAL. TEAM: This is a time when the fear of l8 Examine carefully the release fr- man must not prevail. (Prov. 29:25) If ~u ent form the hospital asks you to sign upon u~e,someone may decide vou are not we.When Sometimes right after stating that they will surgery is needed, elective or emergency, you or the respect your wishes, a succeeding paragraph will de- nearest family member must with determination ask clare that the signer agrees that the hospital can ad&- some pointd auestions of the head of the surgical team. is=ifesa_v-ingKtreatment when they encounter prob- One important question is, Will the team respect the les. That could include blood.. You hake the right to pgtient's wishes and in all cir6imstances treat without alter any such statements to exclude blood or cross them blood? Without this assurance you would not be well out altoget . ~urs:s map- you that you botected. cannot do that, but you can! E-t such a formis I* State plainly and with dignified conviction what a contract with them and that you cannot sign a contract your wishes are. Make it clear that you want alterna- you do not agree with. Ifrwvone tries to forceyrwfr, ti~enonblood medical mana~ementvourpr&&z.sign against your will, ask to speak to the adrninistrgor / 4 and/or the patient representative for that health care 24 CALL YOUR LOCAL ELDERS if you have not already center. done so. (Indeed, because of our position on blood, it is '9 Can you do such things? Yes, you cy.So be~rethe course of wisdom to alert our elders anytime we of ~ourriuas a patient These human rights are not have to go to a health care facility.) Next, if it is deemed left at the front door when you enter a hospital. You do necessary, THE ELDERS WILL CALL THE NEAREST HOSPI- not have to give them up in order to get treatment. Do TAL LIAISON COMMI'lTEE. If you wish, some Hospital not let anyone tell you otherwise. Liaison Committee members may come to the hospital One such right is called the right of informed at this time to help you.-Isa. 32:1,2. conseniT&hich means that no treatment of any kind can 25 These Hospital L&bn @mmittee &as hQD' be-n. be-n. - You can even who the codperative doctors are in your area and can ref&% all treatment if you wish. Your consent to treat- get you in touch with them and start to line up other ment must follow a cle-ar of whatthe doctors or health care centers to assist. If none are medical team intends todo, including all risks. Next, available locally, the elders will check with the next they must tell VOU ~~QULUI~alt~ees that are neaest committee. And if that is not successful, they see. Then, after you have been informed, you will call Hospital Information Services in Brooklyn. choose what treatment you wish. They may also be able to arrange for consultation with 21 TO be sure of what you are consenting to, you MUST a coope%ative doctor who can explain to your present ask good questions about anythinp: you do not under- medical team what can be done without blood. Hospital stand, especially when large words or medical terms are Liaison Committee brothers have been trained to handle usbythe hospital personnel. For example, if a doctor such Situations. says he would like to use "plasma," you could innocent- 26 Members of the Hospital Liaison Committees are ly conclude he is referring to a "plasma volume expan- also willing to help YOU or a relative talk to a doctor or der," but not so. Before agreeing, ask "Is that a corn- an administrator, but you must request that help. Of ponent of blgod2" About any of his procedures, asi: course, these brothers cannot make decisions for you, "Does that treatment involve the use of blood prod- but often they &I assist you in considering the Society's ucts?" If he describes some device he would like to view of matters and alert you to your options medically employ,- ask: "Is mv blood use of this device?" If the medical team is still disinclined to cooperate, 22 But what should you talk to the hospital administrator about replacing them above and there is still no coomtion or even some with others on his staff who will respect your wishes. If resistance to your position? Do not to desk!&the administrator hesitates to do that and ONLY if you help. Sam-gto get he$ and put definitely have another surgeon lined up elsewhere and Svery lives in danger. you can be transferred, then you have the option of giving the administrator a dated and signed written / VALUABLE HELP IN A TIME OF NEED Statement naming the ~~cooperativedoctors and stat- ' 23 Note the following procedure for obtaining needed ing that they are dismissed from your case. help: ( 1) As &n as you or a loved one faces either 28 Can you do that? Yes, you have that right. And if the elective or emergency sur- matter later comes before a gery where there is a If any medical situation deteriorates seriously judge, your written statement to the point where a transfusion is being threat- confrontation because the ened, check this box as to what you should dot can go a long way toward hospital wants to use 1. Call elders in your congregation to assist you. his recognizing your wishes. blood; or (2) if your med- 2. Have elders call the nearest Hospital Liaison Com- It can also possibly open the ical situation or that of a mittee if needed. way ethically for other sur- loved one deteriorates se- 3. The Hospital Liaison Committee can assist you in geons now to step in and of- riously; or (3) if in the speaking to doctors and others. fer their services to you. And, 4. The Hospital Ilaison Committee can help you con- case of a child (or an tact other doctors for consultation with present most important, it can get you adult), the doctor, a nurse, surgeons as to alternatives. the needed medical attention or an administrator says 5. The Hospital Liaison Committee can also help you before your condition de- get transferred to a more respectfnl facility for they are going to get a needed treatment. teriorates dangerously. Do court order, then: not wait too long! 5 29 While we cannot tell anyone to obtain health insur- "Will accepting or having a transfusion forced on ance, we must let you know that we often have serious you cause you to be put out of your religion or be problems getting an otherwiseusually cooperative doc- denied eternal life? How will you be viewed by tor to treat those who do not have adequate or any your congregation?" medical coverage. 35 One sister responded to a judge that in such a case LOADED QUESTIONS TO WATCH OUT FOR she would not be responsible for what he decided. 3O You should know that there are some questions that While correct from one point of view, the judge took it doctors and others pose that are not always asked with to mean that since she would not be held responsible, good motive. The one most frequently asked by doctors then he would take the responsibility for her. He or- (and by some judges) is: dered a transfusion. 36 YOUmust understand that in asking these questions, "Would you rather die (let your child die) than some are usually looking for a way around your refusal accept a 'lifesaving blood transfusion'?" to accept blood. Do not inadvertently give it to them! So 3' If you say yes, that would be correct in a religious how would we avoid that misunderstanding?You could sense. But that reply is often misunderstood and at times reply: even produces adverse court decisions. You must remember that you are not in the ministry in this situa- "If blood is forced on me in any way, it would be tion. Rather, you are talking about needed medical the same to me as being raped. I would suffer the treatment. Hence, you must adapt to your audience, emotional and spiritual consequences of that un- medical or legal.-Ps. 39:l; Col. 4:5,6. wanted attack on me for the rest of my life. I would resist with all my strength such a violation of my 32 TO a doctor, a judge, or a hospital administrator, "yes" can mean you want to be a martyr or want to body without my consent. I would make every sacrifice your child for your faith. Telling them about effort to prosecute my attackers just as I would in a your strong faith in the resurrection in this situation caseof rape." will not usually help. They will brand you a religious 3' The strong, graphic impression must be made that fanatic, unable to make rational decisions when life is at a forced transfusion is to us a repugnant violation of our stake. In the case of children, they will see you as a bodies. It is no casual matter. So hold your ground. Make negligent parent who refuses so-called "lifesavingnmed- it clear you want alternative nonblood medical man- ical treatment. agement. 33 But you are NOT denying medical treatment as such. You simply differ with the doctor as to WHAT WHAT WILL YOU DO TO BE READY? KIND of treatment. This position will often change 38 We have reviewed some things that you need to the whole picture for them and you. Besides, it is do to protect yourself and your family from an misleading for them to make it appear as if blood is safe unwanted blood transfusion. (Later, we hope to and is the ONLY "lifesaving* treatment. (See How Can provide more details on handling problems that arise Blood Save Your Life?, pages 7-22.)So you must make when infants and children are threatened with trans- that point very clear. How can you do it? You might fusions.) We have also seen what the Society has answer: lovingly done to provide help in a time of need. What "I do not want (I do not want my child) to die. If must you do with this information to be sure you are I wanted (wanted my child) to die, I would have ready to face a faith-challengingmedical situation? stayed home. But I came here to get medical treat- pint: Have a family discussion to reh-e these mat- ment so as to (to have my child) live. What I want ters and to work out what you will say and do, is alternative nonblood medical management of especially in an emergency. my (mychild's) case. There are alternatives Next: See that you have all the documents you need. available." Then: Make it a matter of serious prayer to Jehovah to 3* Several other questions often asked by doctors or back you up in your firm resolve to &keepabstain- judges are: ing from blood.' Obeying his law on blood assures "What will happen to you if a transfusion is forced us of his favor for endless life.-Acts 15:29; Prov. by court order?Will you be held responsible?" 27:11,12. Announcements Help Others to Become Skilled Literature offer for November: New WorZd Translation of the Holy Scriptures in Using God's Hlbrd and either Should YouBelieveinthe Tdn- Jehovah has made numerous pro- 4 personal assistance should b&ln itg? Or I Am Ma.leing Things visions for training us to be effective be- the actually shares in New " December: Mankind's Search in performing Our Personal for God January and February: ~~y mini the ministry. Review the Topic for 192-~a~ebook published prior to 1980 BY using what he has provided* Conversation. He@ those qualified to that the congregation has in stock. If the very Fteps nave been made participate in theministry to dewop congregation has no stock of such books (Ps. 37:23) As an example, for ?ear- a simple pres_enl;atinn. perhaps they to be offered, the book "Let Your King- ly 50 Yeas the Theocratic Mlnlstry can use just-= of the suggested dom ComeJ' should be used. The "King- Scwhas been giving pro ress' e scriptu>es until they gain greater ex- dom Come" book may be requested from ti&- in the art-d Brooklyn. teaching. This has been supplement- perience and While work- Congregations should begin requested by the wee~yservice ti^^, ing together in the service, take time between doors to give commemn ing the 1991 Yearbook of Jehovah's Wit- with its practical talks, demonstra- nesses on their November literature periods ana provskindly suggestions on requests. (See the Watchtower Publica- and discussion how to improve. Emphasize the need tions List, paragraph 10.) The Yearbook 2 ie from regular bisits by . The Servifn=r- maintain a pray*1 at will be available in Danish, Dutch, En- circuit averse times'-Eph- 6:18* 19. glish, Finnish, French, German, Greek, S@*T visitdtokStud r0up and Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, provi es oving encourz&ment to many re@1ar asers Portuguese. Spanish. and Swedis,h. Until hebiipr&eour abilitie~inthe~ublicand other experienced~eugli6hes the Yeareok ?s available and shipments ministry. Along with all of this, each share in the ministry mainly on week- are made, it will appear as "Pending" on tirne we meet fo ,, t_en days, what a fl~ething it is when these congregation packing lists. Yearbooks minutes iseffective pub11Skers can rgarw are special request items.-See the encouragement-- and useful sugges- their schedu4 so as tobesu ~ortive Watchtower Publications List, para- fr~ko graphs 24 and 25. tions for that day. (Heb. 10%-25) of weeken New Publications Available: Such arrangements through his orga- tlme. Such"p-race onii Insight on the Scl-iptures, Volume 1 .nization demonstrate Jehovah's lov- pswill be greatly appreciated by (-44 -German ing concern for those he has commis- others who would like to improve by Watch Tower Publications Indes sioned to preach the good news. working along with them in the min- 1950-1985 -French HELP YOUTHS AND BIBLE STUDENTS iStry'-Eccl. 4:9* lo' You Can Live Forever in on At One time Of us --ew and Earth -Trukese, Wallisian Yquth_ful-p11~sand. n- Zook! IAm Making An Things NewU onesneed re ular ersO a ce inexperienced in the field ministry. -~ulgarian in the publicgmini:ry. ;hk%%us of us meivedencourment Victory Over Death-Is It Possible for can offer help from time to time, the and training fr~mrfl- e~*ed You? (for Hindus) -French principal resppnsibiuy falls upon the publishers or pioneers- Our present How to Find the Road !o Paradase pas-nd those who are conducting skill and increased joy in the ministry (four-page magazine-size tract for B5le st~dbzth such ones. (ral. are a direct result of that aid. (Prov. Muslims) 6:6; Eph. 6:4) EKectiV_- in using 27:17; Acts 20:35) May our apprecia- Tract No. 13 -Albanian, Czech, Serbian theBibledoesnotc~~]~~lytlon for what Jehovah has done for us Tracts No. 14,15, 16 -Albanian, with the passage of time and a mea- through active training in the minis- czech, ~~~~~i~~,serbian sure of experience. Rather, there is try move ustomake ourselves avail- N~~ cassette~~~~~di~~~ A~~~~~~~~:need for systematic loving personal amassist others to become more m Can Live Forever in Paradise on and Qaining- skillful in usingovah's Word. Earth (set of eight cassettes in an album) -German Special Conventions Honor Jehovah Listening to the Great Teacher (set

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1 The apostle Paul wrote encour- agingly to the Philippians, '&Forall

good news boldly. How can we do this? Jesus stressed the need for us "&- wwf-and not to give up." (Luke 18:l) Paul exHoFZ;Z-y incessantly." (1 Thess. 5:17) Yes, strength comes from prayer. We need to present the good news in a prayerful manner. We may pray for oppor- tuzims. t.~_yibl_es.s-&.otlh&rs. for wisdom and discernment in-& house-t~-h~us~lmxk.,and for success in reaching the hearts of our Bible students. Since there is an UI need to pet the

special conventions ON BIBLE STUDIES d in Berlin, Germany, Why is p,r- so important when Pr and SSlo [email protected]. In December conducting a Biblestudy? Starting a speci6l convention will be held in the study with prayer puts us in the Buenos Aires, Argentina. During righ , and it he1 s the January 1991, special conventions stu-=he stu-=he impor-ce of will be held in the Far East. The three what is beinwd. He fearmook locations will be ma,the Pu- tomloiah for direction. The student pines. Taid~WTand B-, also learns how to pray by our exam- ~dnd.Delegates have already p1e.-~uke 11:l. hggmplectea lor the-s. Other special conventions for the summer of 1991 have been announced through the congregation, prayer and Paul's prayer in behalf of and Congregation Service Commit-

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brochure, you may catch the house- that is to come.-1 Tim. 4:8. 8 OUR Offering Mankind's Search foi G~L. KINGDOM

into the Another approach might be- DECEMBER 1990 world's major religions and better un- e cha t that relates to Vol. 33, No. 12 derstand the beliefs of these people. tmOusehi~der,s~~~religi;;. Cer- FOR UNITED STATES OF AMERICA We can be equippe_d to help as many tainly am will re to the as pOss&le to "Out from the map of India found on a e 12 and to snare of the DeZem-2 Tim. 2:24-26; the photos on pages 9xM. OCCa- Titus 3:2. sionally we may me<-earing Meeting5 for Field SeI'Vice 2 In the course of our ministry, some people will identify themselves a traditional turban, loo-101 DECEMBER 3-9 present abrief summary of th-. as Muslims, Jews, Hindus, Sikhs, A may be Topic for Conversation Buddhists, or as a member of some wm other major religious group. we can p'ised to see the sequence of pictures 1. Review introduction and Scrip- kindly aclylowledge this fact and per- of Mecca and the Ka'bah on pagem tures. haps sgc~t is interesting to meet and the quotations from the Qur'iln 2. How will you introduce the book people of many different religions. On page 288 and Other pages. B& Mankind's Search for God? Mankind's search for God has taken dhists in=arch Of . many different directions. [Here, ac- mmtshow interest in cha ter 6 and DECEMBER 10- 16 cording to the circumstances, one its On pa&%--k and When offering can use the text(s) from the Topic for People of Chinese orlgln should onv versa ti on.] BU~do you not r e appreciate chapter 7, on Taoism Mankindas search for (iod, that gen9um&- and Confucianism. The illusti-s how would you 1iFoT-their parents ratkr_tban 0" pages 171and 173 may arouse in- 1. A person of the Jewish religion? safeh for &a-f~~&~? other terest in'tne oool?rWhile many Ja 2. Someone of another religion? w5Fi%,.ih<$k? born into a certain anese profess both Buddhism & religion. TG is a point ma e in t e mntoism, they mmentifywith the DECEMBER 17-23 fRSZliapter if this book Mtnkinis l-ns on Pages 190 anas How do you respond to search for God. [Show page 8, para- in the chapter on "Shlm-Ja~an's graph 12.1 Learning more about oth- Search for God.': 1. Holiday greetings? er religions can be interesting. This In many territories we meet those 2. Questions about why we do not book explains the origin, practices, of the Jewishreligion. Chapter 9, "JU- celebrate Christmas? daism--thing for God 'i.nrough Scripture and Tradition," should DECEMBER 24-30 spark their interest. They are usu During the holidays the religion professed by the house- interested in education, and t us the holder. Eeinbriefl that you are a whole book wl appeal to many. We H~~ can we respect and 8, 1) consideration for household- volunteer--- w-dhat the book is (Contfnuedllonpage col. ers.!- 2. What introduction will use?l Conducting Meaningful Family Bible Studies Schedule for congregation studies One of the most imuortant activi- ority to caring for the family's spiri-C/ in the book The Bible--Cod's Word ties parents perform igteaching their tuality. If proper attention is n-v- , or Man's?: children the truth. It is an obli ation en to the s~iritualneeds of the house- from Jehovah. (Deut. 6:61$eiiil- IEId now; vewparents will December 3: Page 95, par. 19, dren need direction and guid-&$e to to page 105, par. 18 have to deal with serious problems in walk u5cigwi'iTan ungoay world. the future. December 10: Page 106, par. 19, Jehovah to page 116, par. 39 mined to December 17: Page 117, par. 1, stick with it. The August 1, Watchtower, Pane 11, stated: . - to page 125, par. 19 s ite an oth& Gblivations you have what the family needs. He can is- December 24: Page 125, par. 20, $ the &oublP you ace, s engf?zg q@ as to what the others think will to page 133, par. 37 t&g with your childkn negko be Be beneflciar ana take their sugges- given priority. The time spent to- tions into consideration. Flexibilit gether will allow you to inculcate the will make the family stud spiritual values that will safeguard cal and stimulating, Man families Now Is theTime to Search cho to preparethe ~bn for God. the hearts of your children and set them on the right course."> &watchtower. However, it may Isa. 55:6,7-The true God c If families are to follow the guide- be found. lines given in God's Word, time must Acts 17:26,27-Man must be set aside regular1 fG seek God now. stuciy. Famiq heads ne& to give pri- (Continued on page 2, col. W1 Meetings 'td Help Us Make Disciples WEEK STARTING DECEMBER 3 Song 80 40min: Local announcements and selected Announcements from Our

on the weekend. 15 min: Wf€ering iUankituE3s Search for God.= Questions and answers. Af- ter considering paragraph 2, demonstrate presentation. If there are some territories with a concentration of

instructiveand enjoyable. Song 42 and concludigprayer.

belief in God are found from pag Your Role in Building for the Future Today Christians are continuing to care for a ing lminedto do the required work so that more spiritual building work that Jesus started about congregations can be assisted with their building 1.960 when he began gathering disci- projects. :les. (Matt. 4:17; 7:24, 25, 28; John 7:46) Jeho- - THE ROLE OF vzhas blessed this wark abundantly. (Prov. REGIONAL BUILDING COMMITTEES As 10:22) we gc about annowg God's King- 66 Regional ~~ildi~~mittees give dom, we are also building to care for future in- me assistanc~t -f planning and conktruc- crease.-Eccl. 11:6. tion. These committees have Society-provided de- many Older Kingdom galls shthat lend themselves to rapid methods of r?!n%?!ed9 additional halls are neeaed to construction. The brothers serving on the corn- modate new congregations that are being formed. Illittees are experienced elders, and they can offer Last ~CQQgEgamsin the United States valuable suggestions for buhding modest and at- increased by 244. %!i!es and v.' tractive mgdorn ~allsas well as for saving me workers are the successful comple- and money. Because of their experience, they can tion of these construction projects. The brothers' help local elders decide whether it would be commendable positive attitude toward filling this ter to remodel an exi -all . or to need is being richly rewarded.-Ps. 41:l; Prov. bad a new one, and they can help them deter- 19:17; Eccl. 11:l; Luke 14:13,14. mine before a purchase whether a proposed site LOVIN~ASSISTANCE OFFERED BY for new construction is suitable. They can also we_displaY9yTlaYafor whole arrociation help elders to estimate accurately cmutmdion value of an existing King- of brothers"&. the Society King- C& and the market dom Hall Fund. (1 Pet. 2:17) CpntrLbutions re- dam Hall that may be ceived in this branch have pr~videdfunds to build W-e purchasing. .property, it is wise to 766 new Kingdom Halls, accmnmodating over These 1,140 congregations. But the need continues to committees are =signed to assist with Kingdom grow & the ingathering work speeds up. So Jeho- Hall ConStru~tionin a designated area composed vah is continuing to bless this arrangement, and of several circuits, and they can help with Prop the elders should make sure that the contribution erty purchase- They have guidelines to ha box for the Society Kingdom ?all -- Fund-wy brothers avoid difficulties that could be encoun- identified and available to all, The contributions tered in acquiring property. Each circuit Over- received along with fwomrepayment - of seer is advised of the name, address, and tele- loans are usto construct new Kingdom Halls. phone number of the committee chairman and 4 The Society, together with all the congrega- Can Share this information with the local elders tions that are benefiting from the provision, ex- when there is a need. presses deep appreciation to the multitude of When selecting property for Kingdom Hall individuals and families who regularly contribute construction in a city having more than one con- to the Society Kingdom Hall Fund. Many -- congre- gregation, the local el- discuss the gations have passed resolutions to cokribute to matter- ---- with the Regional Building Committee, this fund. Some circuits have lovingly made sim- the circuit overseer(~),the city overseer, and ilar resolutions. possibly the elders from nearby congregations. Are you skilled in a construction trade? If so, This may aid the local elders in choosing a site and if you are available to assist with Kingdom that will benefit the congregation(s) involved in Hall construction, you can make this known to the present project and possibly relieve over- the local elders and the circuit overseer. Skilled crowded conditions in neighboring Kingdom volunteer workers are needed throughout the Halls, while also allowing for future growth in country. Additionally, under the direction of the the area. In urban areas, a single Kingdom Hall L___ Society-am~d -it- . . is often used bv three or mare conere-. tees, other spiritually clualified brothers are ly& Even in less densely populated areas, a location 3 OUR KINGDOM MINISTRY, DECEMBER 1990 may be selected that can serve two or more con- l3 Thereafter, elders of congregations desiring gregations. financial assistance from the Society Kingdom Using guidelines prov;ided by the Society, Re- Hall Fund should d&gJss,-$heir proposed project gional Building CemmjLttees provide a valuable and hancial requirements wim the circuit over- service as they assist local congregations with Feer, who can assist them by advising the Society their remodeling and new construction projects. of their needs and the details of the project. After During construction, volunteers are -led information has been sent to the Society by the forjust the time they will actually be needed at circuit overseer, correspondence is sent directly the construction site so thacthey will not miss to the congregations involved. F-inancial assis- sharing in the meetings and field service activi- tance is provided ~romssivelyas funds-me ty of their congregation. One Regional Building available and according to the need. Committee stated- "By our continued efforts to apply the Society- C s guidelines, we have been MAINTAIN A ZEALOUS SPIRIT and speed up the building pro- l4 AlUabecmfor their generosity in supporting the Society Kingdom Hall Fund. on these Many expressions of appreciation are received con- from Congregations that have been assisted. An struction and in assisting the brothers rebuild ne4ualizinff is ta.kin~place among the congrega- after natural disasters, such as Hurricane ~ugotions. (2 :14, 15) Four congregations in and the earthquake*in northern california in Oregon appreciative we are for such 1989. A number of volunteers have been called to a fine thankful we are all the , some helping with many generous brothers who have contributed to the work now under way at Patte N~~ york. the Society Kingdom Hall Fund . . . Truly, out- others have joined the Internat= volunteer standing Christian love has been demonstrated in Construction Worker Promam, helping with con- Our accept Our thanks all your struction at branches throughout the world. help ' making this Kingdom Hall project a sue- llAU can display the fruitage of kindness in ceSS.'' cooperating with those overseeing the construe- l5 2ring the building of a new Kingdom Hall, way the work is "fully enthusiasm, zeal, and a positive spirit contribute joy and iotwith sigh- to the success of the project. The same spirit 13~17)A ~~~,.~~al ~~dd-should continue as we seek to bring many more co-tk in ~i~hi~was able to persons to a knowledge of the truth and encour- "The cooperation between 'the three congrega- age them to meet with us at the ~ingdom all. r- Such zeal is a manifest expression of appreciation tions was exceptional. e e e The brothers all as- played spiritual maturity. They were that results in marked increases in meeting at- work with. It was a project to remember.' tendance and in the overall growth of the congregation. FINANCING KINGDOM HAU l6 AS we continue to expand OW ministry, ex- CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS erting OU~S~~V~Svigorously in the work at hand, f l2 Arrangements for any needed financing no doubt Jehovah's blessing will continue with us. I should be -made at the outset. (Luke 14:28-30) (Luke 13:24) We do not know what growth and The eJmdetermine the congregation's increase await us in But we need to be by taking a ready to welcome any future influx of -IC_worship- suryto much will be contrib- ers. That requires_-- preparation on our part now. sina lump sum to assist with property pur- Thus, we pray for Jehovah's continued blessing chase and construction costs,@ how much can and direction. In building for the future, may we be loaned locally an e length of time the funds all be workers with Jehovah-physicglly, materi-- a-e, anz)how the publi~~ersall3 and spiritdyy. ~e will c&%~blessus as have in mind c- monthly to repay any we take proper &e of those hastening into his needed loan in addition to caring for normal op- Kingdom organization during the final part of erating expenses. these last days.-Isa. 60:8,10, 11'22. 4 / - THEOCRATIC MINISTRY SCHOOL REVIEW Closed-book review on material covered in Theocratic Ministry School assignments for the weeks of September 3 -to December 24, 1990. Use a separate sheet of paper to write down answers to as many of the questions as you can in the time allotted. [Note: During the written review, only the Bible may be used to answer any question. References that follow the questions are for your personal research. Page and paragraph numbers may not appear on all references to The Watchtower.]

Answer each of the following statements abuse Paul received. (Gal. 6 :17) [Week- True or Fabe: ly Bible reading; see w90 11/15.] 1. James' letter encouraging faith by 10. The 'gathering of all things on earth' works contradicts Paul's writing re- will continue until those in the memo- garding salvation by faith and not by rial tombs hear Jesus' voice and come works. [si p. 246 par. 61 out. (Eph. 1:lO) [Weekly- Bible read- 2. First John was evidently intended for ing; see w90 11/15.] / the entire Christian association, not to a particular congregation. [si p. 255 Answer the following questions: par. 51 7 11. What counsel does James give regard- 3. Everyone born from God does not com- i g sins? [si p. 2m141 mit a sin. [si p. 255 par. 101 ifl *L,-+ 12. What mental disposition does First Pe- 4. "The chosen lady" addressed in Second ter show that Christians should have7 John might well refer to a Christian ~Ah-z-,"~1 congregation. (2 John 1:l)[si p. 256 par. 11 7- powerful illustrations Peter used to show the certainty of 5. Third John gives us an interesting God's judgments against false prophets glimpse into the relationship between congregations and traveling oversee&. [si p. 258 par. 31 6. Jude made capital of the fact that he is a half brother of Jesus Christ. [sip. 259 15. To what does the "public declaration" par.21 F mentioned at Romans 10:9,1O primar- , 7. The prophecies about the salvation of ily refer? [Weekly Bible reading; se& Israel are fulfilled not by fleshly Isra- el but by the Christian congregation. (Rom. chaps. 9-11) [Weekly Bible reading; see w90 8/1 p. 24.1 7 score the seriousness of God's counselU to marry "only in the Lord"? (1 Cor. 8. Jehovah 'makes the way out' by re- 7:39)[Weekly Bible reading; see w82 moving the temptation. (1Cor. 10:13) 3/15 p. 31.1 e5- [Weekly Bible reading; see w74 p. 64.1 F 17. What are the "burning missiles" that 9. The "brand marks" that left certain challenge our faith? (Eph. 6:16) scars may have been due to the physical [Weekly Bible reading; see w90 11/15.] 18. What was "the goal" toward which Paul 27. Second Peter was probably written ap was pursuing? (Phil. 3:13,14)[Weekly proximately (56; 64;- 70)C.E. [si p. 25 Bible-reading; see w90 11/15.] par. 31 *4 Cd&, ~rovidethewd.dor~h~a~e~tocom-28. Possibly influenced by (G_reek philo& ; plete each of the following sta-ts: ophy; emotion; Hebrew ScFii€iiFeB), sose in the Corinth congregation said 19. James counseled that instead of boast- that there is no resurrection of the plans we should say dead. (1 Cor. 15:32) [Weekly Bible we will do this or that. [si reading; see w90 9/15 p. 25.1 29. At 2 Corinthians 3:18, Paul alludes to 20. Instead of being impatient regarding an experience of (Moses Joshua; Eli- the coming of Jehovah's day, we should jah). [Weekly Bible reading; see w90 patience as resulting in 9/15 p. 26.1 3 for many others. [si p. 253 30. Paul cited the fine example of the (Co- 21. It is generally believed that. John's rinthians; Macedonians; Ephesians) be- three letters were completed by cause in material giving they had been Vf and that they were writ- generous beyond their ability. [Weekly ten the vicinity of . [si Bible reading; see w90 9/15 p. 27.1 p. 254 par. 21 f Match the foMng SCTipCures to the state- 22. In showing that ungodly men should rnents list& below: be "of waking glorious Ram. 7~4;1 Car. 4~9;14~40; 2 Car. 6~7; ones, JU e ref to the good exam- 1 pet. 3:21 ple of [si p. 260 par. 61 ql: 31. God makes provision for salvation 23. According to Romans 13:1, secular through baptism and through the res- ers exist only by God's A- [Weekly Bible reading; &e w90 8/1 urrection of Jesus Christ. [si p. 250 p. 24.1 par.81 . /fP 3:r( 24. When separated from 32. Though assaulted from all sides, Paul Gentile believers at Antioch because he and his fellow workers were armed to -$eared Jewi C istians from Je- wage spiritual warfare. [Weekly Bible pusalem, ae$J reproved him. reading; see w90 9/15 p. 27.1 'IWeekly Bi le reading; see w90 11/15.] d4b.47 33. Paul alluded to death in the arena 25. ed the Philippians about [Weekly Bible reading; see w90 9/15 who had been very sick. p. 24.1 I/ f/ :9 le reading; see w90 11/15.] y$#Z, -{ 34. By having our meetings well organized, Select the correct answer in each of the fol- we bring honor to Gad. [Weekly Bible Wngstamts: 26. First Peter was written when Peter 35. Thedeathof Jesusfreedbelieving Jews was in (Rome; Jerusalem; B,abyloli). from subjection to the Law. [Weekly [si p. 249 par. 53 Bible reading; see w90 8/1 p. 24.1 6 .L7 14 Announcements Being Taught by Jehovah Literature offer for December: Man- Mnd'sSearch for God. January and Feb- ' The prophet Isaiah and clearly, it is re that s - ruary: by192-page bmk published pri- "The hereign Lord Jehovah him- ti?gs inyolve fieldzge infor:$l or to 1980 that the congregation has in -self has gi e the ton e of the 2 stock. If the congregation has no stock of --w Kow t9 when taken from the such books to be offered. the book -Let answer the tired one wlth a wor ." book &$& yw-w- cedes your ~inghComea should be used. (KC53:4) Ong&w Jehovah does -hWeTS~h~twork, will be as- The 'Tingh Comea book may be re- is through the training provided by signed to Da w-y quested from Brooklyn. March: Reueb the Tv. .. In- Of course, the student assigned tion-Its Grad Climax At Hand! dividual effort, though, is still re- TheMemorial for lgg2 be F~day9 to read These talks quired. Theocratic ~inistrc week ,ith April 17, after sundown. This advance &j~~laidebookmn page 39 makes %yif&*ger notice of the date for the 1992 Memorial a presentation from the Reasoning observation:(t~No mmerhow ook. With both Talk No. 3 and'Talk

bia Heights, Brooklyn, N.Y. 11201. Bible highlights portion. We are re- tentment and joy will all increase in Congregations should begin request- minded that these should not simply proportion to the effort we expend to ing bound volumes of Tlrs Watchtouwr be a review of the assigned material. acquire godly wisdom. Make it your and Awake! for 1990 on their December The sershould help the audi- d&e~mmn,then, to enefit ful- literature requests. (See the Watchtm~ence to a oreciate why and how t e ly from the provision ouhIn- Publications List, paragraphs 6-8, 10.) informatitn is structor has made for us by regular- The be in With Talk No. 3, many 'settings ly attendin the Theocratic Ministry Dutch English French*German Greek* our ci~ience in re Italian*Japanese* Portuguevnd 'pan- .&. -5 - But haviriRmi:: one of the main aration for &' partizpa ion 1: t e ~~$~~~~~~~~~~~~~~,",""~~~~purposes of the school, which is to Tmc&T?istry' achiol iuri!g pear as on pack- help us present the truth accurately 1991help you to accomplish this. ing lists. Bound volumes are special request items.-See the Watchtower Question Box PublicationsList, paragraphs 24 and 25. As stated in the October 15,1990, let- is it important to ~sh lished in the truth so as to overcome I) ter sent to all congregations in the United ing two books thoroughly with new whatever tests may lie ahead. States and its possessions, individuals disciples even if they get baptized Students also need to become full- interested in obtaining the 55-minute before the second book 1s finished? grown in their powers of understand- English-language video, Jehmah's Wit- Jehovah is blessing his organization ing. (1 C0r. 14:20) Experience has nesses-The Organization Behind the shown that to achieve the stature of a ~~~~g~~~~~~e~spiritually full-grown man, a person- ~3~~~~~~gr~~~o~~~as~~~~~ ckiEE:E al with a teacher is mind that these videocassettes are spe- joice to see this great ingathering. cial request items. However, we appreciate that these fU1. even a person may New Publications Available: sheeplike people need continuing as- get baptized before completing his SiStance and direction in learning to Study Of two books* wsdom ~d to Bible Understadng, Volume 7 that his home Bible study should (Over-Slaan) -~~t~hserve Jehovah. New ones need help to come to an continue until he has completed the UAU Scripture Is Inspired of God and study of both books. Bene~~Z,a1990 Edition -Spanish accurate knowledge of the truth. (CO~.1:9,10) We have the privilege to AFTER BAPTISM Insishton the Scripturesy aid them in gaining a good under- Jesus said we should make disci- ( Aara-Imla) standing of basic doctrines of the Bi- ples-baptizing and teaching them. Mankind's SearchfwGod -Japanese ble and a good grasp of what the Bible (Matt.. 28:19,. 20) Much of the in- Watch Tower Publications Indez teaches concerning moral standards, structlng of disciples IS done folhw- 1945-1985 -Italian Christian living, and related matters. ing baptism. The knowledge that a (Continued on page 8, coZ. 8) This will help them to be firmly estab- (Continued on page 8, coZ. 1) 7 PRESENTDWO THE GOOD NEWS 1111 ILWV + Alaska reached a new peal 2,053 publidhers in July, a 12-perced On Holiday8 material in the -k on Increase over last year's average. - Peak attendance at the Vure Lan- many celebrations asso- pses 17'-' and guagewDistrict Convention in July was ciitmChristmas and the New INTRODUCTIONS 2.929 with 50 ba~tized. 'S\nce the Christmas holidays are +. Fiji had their 67th consecutive pub- religious in nature, we may find many llsher peak in July with 1,534 report. people who are more inclined to talk ing. Bible studies increased to 2,605. cerely believe about than at any + As of September 1990, the country an.How can we o- We can take of French Gulana in the northern part reach the hearts of sucmnes with advantage of this fact in OF intro- of South America has a-branch office the good news during the holiday sea- uction. For example, we sa . of the Watch Tower Soc~ety.They had son? (mans of persons th-e a new palof 660 publishers in Jub earth are celebrating Christmas and and their district convention was at- BE CONSIDERATE AND RESPECTFUL N~~ year*sD~~. D~ you think that tended by 19479with 41 baptized. The make arrange- these festivitie are bringing people Announcements (Contyd) ments for holiday witnessing, since closer to God?" hether the house- watch Tower Publications Irides many of us have time ofli fromsecular holder feels tht the observances are 1950-1985 -Greek ~ork-The tune for beannlng house- good or bad, after ackno ledging his you can~i~~ Fmvsr in ~~db~on to-h~~~e~~~~h~~bead *ustea0 comments, we could saf'ky peo- gad(smd she) of consideration for those- + ousehold- pie wish that they had a better re- -Ndonga, Slovak, Tamil ers who may be s lationship with God, perhaps feeling mb~mform* =a1 on these days7that God is somewhat distant from -Polish, Russian As we carry on OU~ministry, we them. Happily, ~odmself invites Enjog Life on Earth Former! like& find a number of people us to search for him%hen proceed --Mahorian quite occupie&&bU&Ws andl* with the Topic for Conversation. HOU]Can Blood Save Your Life? prws.Recognizing that it is a Takingcther aooroach, we -Japanese special time for them, we can respect- could say: firing this chriitmas JEmah>s Wit)2BSsesin the Twntisth fully ma- and to season, we o en hear people express -Croatian, Serbian the point. Christian courtesy on our the hope that there will be peace on part may open the way for a further earth and goodwill toward men. Do IAm All New,, witness in the future. (Brochwe) -Basque We do not share in worldly reli- Jelrov*'s gious celebrations, and we -Polish c ange tradltlonal holidav You Bezisvein*mnfty? Tierefore, tact is needed -Hindi, Romanian, Tamil react to such-greenngs. There is no government, Christ will soon _ TractNo. 15 -Laotian need to &an iss~ofthe greetim tiao peaceee The f0110wi"g publication is now avail- bu in most cases we can simply t k earth.-Dan. 2:44; Rev. 21:3-5. able in grade-one French Braille: t+r for hid w~S9eS. Though most people are apathet- How Can Bwsaw Life? (one I people inquire about our belief, we ic toward the Kingdom message and can assure them that we honor Christ take delight in their false religious The following publications are now Jesus, since that is required of those holidays, Jehovah will most certainly in grade-one GermanBraille: who honor God. (John 5:23) However, bless our efforts to find truth seekers, ASEci(reFUtUre-HowyouCanWndzt many holiday customs do not honor for he himself "is looking for suchlike (One either Christ or God. If individua ones to worship him,' and he will di- Car*? Cone "01- Zs a God de ' more information at that time rect them to his organization.-John uTq oaer,we can snare with them the 4:23,24. Jehovah's Wiwsses-Unitedly Doing God's Will WorMwids(one volume) Question Box (Cont'd) Peace book. If these books are not LOO^! I Am Ma7eiing AU Tkings Newr available, others containing similar (one volume) information may be used. Continuing The following publication is now avail- the Bible study until the second book able in grade-one Spanish Braille: is finished provides a sound education Hou, Can BMSave Your Life? (one of theministry and equip himtoresist in Jehovah's purposes as well as h~s volume) the pressures that come upon those high Christian standards and require- Mark requests for Braille publications, who serve Jehovah in these last days. ments. This helps the new one to un- ATTENTION: BRAILLE DESK. Include Failure to provide sufacient training dercltand the meaning of Christian name and address of the Person that will may leave the student unprepared principles and become firmly rooted the Braillematerial. spiritually to stand on his own. After in the faith. (Col. 2.~7)For further a new one is bamed. we continue details and information on reportmg helping him to m&e further progress such studies, see the ~uestibnBox Av. Av. Av. Av. whether he has finished studying two Iin the November 1987 Our KingdomI pubs. Hn. mgs. R.V. ~ist books or not. The wniUini8W. 218 124.0 86.6 52.3 5.4 Of course, after baptism new ones Spl Pios. should be expected to make spiritual 65C80 82.1 40.2 25m '" s. progress. (Heb. 6:1-3)In most cases it AUX. Pies. 38r079 59.0 29.1 does not take long to finishthe second Pubs. 723,111 10.1 8.7 3.7 0.5 .wrbook and then either the book. The new person is thus provid- TOTAL 824,888 United- in Wpmbook or the l'rus ed with a solid foundation. Newly Dedicated Ones Baptized: 2,314 work +ing dohe worldwide. I. I Promssto Date ! In kember 1984 a prope~,Qconsisting of d84 acps was purchased. It is oentrally located +bout 70 miles north of Brooklyn Bethel and 45 mdes east lof the society% ork, kacilit~.;Between 1984 onths were +spentin @a&gs,f and obtaining neoessary bupding &d$.Eight ho&s 'on the property were Fnovated. These houses now, provide a@om-; odations for, &me membem ,of the Bethel &&il~'~ Since, many more ac~ornm~d~tions yere needed, $ total of 14 houses within seven pllles of the pbperty have been leased. Also, any brothers who 'live new Patterson, have Fpened their homes to accommodate members 4f the ~ethelfamily working bn the , 1 To provide &upport services, several tempo- I raw buildings had to be erected. This work! gan in 1988. It is anticipated @at near19

I ditional construction shops afid storage. Work i has also been started on the htresidential I building, which will accommQdate about &e hundred Bethel family members. ! Currently, there are over four hundred I workers on the project. Wng1991 the num- 1 ljer of workers will likely inqease to ovei six hundred, as the Patterson Inn is cdmpleted. , In addition to work on the above-mentioned buildings, work will also begin on the kitchen and dining room facilities, with a capacity of ! 1,600, and on the powerhouse. This kork will I require several years to complete. After 1991a I total of 11 buildings are y6t t6 be constructed. Jehovah's People ' Offer Themselves Willingly ' In addition to Bethel family members, about 125 brothers and sisters livi& near Patterson i have volunteered as commuter worherd. Over ' 2,200 brothers from all par& of th& cbuntrgr have had a share in the temporary w+ker !pro- I gram. Most serve for a period of pne to four . weeks. They are housed in the Society's Tacility at Wallkill, NeW York, and travel. b$ buwne I pour, each way to Patterson+ Those' who! bei maqied ,and serve for thdman* have been 1 a%cornp@ed by the'4 wivh who qist in the he word at watchtower +arms. ,

J I , ' . ' military force:" This! is cerhinly heof Jehe, 1 Another way we can I I ! vah:s people in supporting this project. 1 voluntag coptributions. 1, 1 Thep continues to be' a need for qualifledf I brothers in thC construction and eiginhring I It I ' tradescto make themhelves available. (Compare tribute to this special project .may , ~xodub'36:2.)Brothers who wbuld like to ap-, donation to the Watchtower Bible 1 :. , . ply $or one to four weeks may receive an ap Society at 25 Colum6ia Heights,

t x ,plicktion from the congregation secretary or Jew York 11201. write the Society. Those who have alrei served in this capacity and are in a psic-- volunteer for a three-month period ma: the 'Society, indicating the dates they are av I I , able.

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1 new arrangement has been instituted to provide information on all the tours ~fferedat Brooklyn Bethel, Watchtower Farms, Patterson, and the Jersey City Assembly Hall. A central tour desk will answer all correspondence related to tours. It will no longe-r be necessary to write each location separately. +U $ow~co~~n- dence should be addressed to the Watchtower Bible and Tract S6ci&, -&24 ld- bia Heights, Brooklyn, New York 11201, Attention: Bethel Office. All tour bus groups should write to the central tour desk giving information regarding their ibnerary so that further instructions can be given. The Society has current information regarding hotels and motels that offer reduced rates to those visiting the headquarters facilities. This information may be obtained by writing the tour desk.