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PASTOR GENERAL'S REPORT, APRIL 20, 1984
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although I have an idea what they could have been, seeing how
unhappy children in the world are. Blessing after blessing has
come our way, not only in material things but especially in peace
of mind and contentment, knowing how right God's way is.
If it were not for the men who were willing to teach us that way
we would be like the rest of mankind. Men, especially like Mr.
Armstrong, the prophets and apostles of old have led the way,
having instructed and shown by example what true love of and
faith in God is. That same spirit permeates and radiates from
Headquarters. We hope we can carry that spirit to our own con
gregations, inspiring them as all of you have inspired us.
UPDATE FROM MAIL PROCESSING
Abundant Fruits of God's Church
Arthur and Marie Docken
--Joe Tkach, Ministerial Services
God's Church has experienced sustained growth at high levels since 1979,
when Mr. Armstrong began to put things back on track. For example, in 1983,
61.5 million publications were sent out in the United States, while just
four years ago the total was about half of that (31 million).
Television coverage also expanded from 49 U.S. stations in 1979 to 201 by
the end of 1983.
Other areas of God's Church have also increased steadily. The following
figures show the average growth� year over the past four years:
Increase per Year
Category
Since 1979
Mail Income
14%
GOOD NEWS Circulation
18%
Mail Received
19%
New Co-workers
24%
PLAIN TRUTH Circulation
32%
Correspondence Course
Enrollments
41%
TV Response (letter
and telephone)
114%
As we've mentioned before, this present year is on course to break all
records once again. We thought you would be encouraged by this informa
tion, which shows the tremendous work God is doing through His Church.
Readers Enlightened About the Sabbath
As people read our literature, many come to understand the truth about
God's Sabbath day. This profound new knowledge often stirs them
to
a deeper
study of the subject. Some even begin to observe the Sabbath immediately in
the best way they know how. Others are prompted to request more information
through ministerial visits. Following are some of the letters we've re
ceived, which express reaction to discovering the truth about God's Sab
bath.