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PASTOR GENERAL'S REPORT, April 18, 1980
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So the Work of God may someday be characterized as illegal--even criminal.
The Attorney General is already moving against other churches in the
State, labeling certain "travel expenses" as "fraudulent," etc.
"There's
a bill now in the state legislature that hopefully is going to take away
his civil power to persecute churches [our lawsuit is a civil one]," Mr.
Helge reminded the audience. But he may simply take his charges and cate
gorize them as "criminal" as he has already done in other cases.
In conclusion Mr. Helge noted that this case is only one small aspect of
the whole of world conditions which are deteriorating rapidly. He closed
by referring to Luke 21:36 and Hebrews 10:25 which urge us to ''Watch and
pray," and "not forsake the assembling of yourselves together."
FROM MINISTERIAL SERVICES
Comments From Pastor's Reports
JOPLIN, MO--VINCE SZYMKOWIAK: The brethren really appreciate the direc
tion the Work is taking under Mr. Herbert W. Armstrong. There is a big
difference between the way things are now in contrast to the way things
were a few years ago. Also, this area has been blessed with some dramatic
healings the past few months.
RUSSELLVILLE, AR--KEN MATTSON: Continued solid support for Mr. Armstrong.
People amazed at all he is accomplishing and thankful for God's direction.
BILLINGS, MT--GENE WATKINS: Church seems fine--people seem to be growing
steadily as we are getting back on the track.
SPOKANE, WA--ROGER FOSTER: The spirit of the members is still good--very
much behind the Work and Mr. Armstrong. Really appreciate Mr. Armstrong's
Bible studies on Romans.
CHICAGO SOUTHEAST, IL--ROGER ABELS: Everyone that I have talked to is
very impressed with the tapes from Mr. Armstrong. In addition to the
spiritual food that they provide, they have also illustrated Mr. Arm
strong's renewed energy and strength.
KLAMATH FALLS, OR--FRED DAVIS: Everyone seems very aware of the trends
and possibilities of the new decade as explained by Mr. Armstrong.
The
brethren are solidly behind him.
SEDRO WOOLLEY, WA--VALDEN WHITE: Church is warm--attendance rising. We're
forming a choir.
TULSA, OK--DONALD MASON: The Church here seems very positive and respon
sive to Mr. Armstrong. Mr. Armstrong
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s Bible study tapes have really
helped to dispel any doubt about his ability to lead under Jesus Christ.
PM activity is up. Some are coming into contact via relatives and yet
all seem to be motivated by world events and Mr. Armstrong's broadcasts.
PORTLAND EAST, OR--JIM HAEFFELE: Overall, the brethren are very positive
toward the Work and are totally behind Mr. Armstrong in carrying out the
great commission. Everyone is looking forward to Passover and Mr. Water
house being here for services.
DULUTH, MN--BILL GORDON: Church is solid, looking forward to Passover.