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PASTOR GENERAL'S REPORT, DECEMBER 3, 1982
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due mainly to the strength of Mr. Armstrong's TV programs plus
the stronger meat in the PT. People come along more quickly.
LOUISVILLE, KY--RAY A. MEYER: People are very much uplifted fol
lowing the Feast and are focusing on the spiritual aspects of
life more than ever. This is evidenced by the highest attendance
ever for Bible studies, Spokesman and Women's Clubs.
The PT
newsstand program has expanded to 30,000 magazines per month. We
are also having more PM activity and baptisms.
BAKERSFIELD, CA--ALFRED J. MISCHNICK: The "Best Feast Ever" was
an expression more commonly heard this year than at any time
before that I can remember.
With this kind of individual
spiritual growth, that statement should continue to be true. The
new and exciting trend in new contacts is almost unbelievable.
The new TV station at Bakersfield and the vigorous PT
distribution program are contributing factors.
GREENVILLE, s.c.--RON JAMESON:
This had to be the "Best Feast
Ever." I have never heard so many favorable comments from the
brethren about any Feast of Tabernacles in the past. All of the
messages were very helpful and inspiring. The brethren certainly
lived up to the theme of unity set by Mr. Herbert Armstrong at the
beginning of the Feast.
MEDFORD, OR--FRED DAVIS: Everyone came back from
uplifted and motivated. Many have commented about
to the point the sermons were--no �ulled punches!
has started on a very positive note. The men seem
to change and grow.
CADILLAC, MI--GERALD WESTON:
The Feast had a
effect on everyone. This was needed in this area
is a disaster and continues to get worse. People
but that is just about it. They hope the end of
quickly.
the Feast very
how direct and
Spokesman Club
very motivated
very positive
as the economy
are surviving,
this age comes
BROOKLYN, NY--EARL WILLIAMS: The brethren have been given a shot
in the arm by the Feast of Tabernacles. They have returned ready
to live up to their calling. PM activity continues to be strong
in quantity and quality.
RALEIGH, N.C.--MIKE BOOZE: The attitude among our members is be
coming more intent on studying and preparing for the Kingdom of
God. The Feast of Tabernacles was a big turning point for many.
People are aware of the fact that we are close to the tribulation
and Christ's return!
ANNISTON, AL--MICHAEL HANISKO: Have had numerous comments about
how inspiring this year's Feast of Tabernacles was. Several mem
bers said this year's Feast has made them see the need to counsel
about and really go to work on some longstanding problems they
had been letting ride in the past.
BRAINERD, MN--STANLEY MCNIEL:
People express thanks for the
Feast and the messages they heard. Brethren are responding more