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PASTOR GENERAL'S REPORT, MAY 4, 1984
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UPDATE FROM MAIL PROCESSING
Incoming mail continues at a record-breaking pace. This time we want to
share with you a summary of some recent trends and comments in the mail over
the past month.
Mr. Armstrong's April 1 Member Letter
Hundreds of brethren responded with love and concern to Mr. Armstrong's
April 1 letter. Many sent cards of encouragement to him and also to his
brother, Mr. Dwight Armstrong in Washington, promising they would be
praying for the health and healing of both. Many told how much the hymns
Dwight Armstrong has composed have meant to them.
The PLAIN TRUTH
Recent PLAIN TRUTH articles addressing family problems, such as "Domestic
Violence--The Secret Sin" and "The Truth About Child Abuse," have touched
off a sizable response. Several abused children and battered wives related
their experiences.
Two prisoners appreciated the article on domestic
violence
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admitting this as the reason for their confinement. They were
now sorry for what they had done and hoped the article would help others to
avoid the same pitfalls.
The Newsstand Distribution Program continues to bear fruit. Several people
recounted how they came across a newsstand copy of The PLAIN TRUTH just as
they were pondering life's meaning, searching for answers to specific prob
lems or feeling depressed. They report finding the magazine in super
markets, beauty parlors, hospital lobbies, motels and airports.
The GOOD NEWS
Scores of readers responded to the February GOOD NEWS article "God's Plan
for Widows and Orphans" by Mr. Leroy Neff. Many had no previous knowledge
of the third tithe and were anxious for more information. Several immedi
ately sent donations for the fund. Members were inspired by the results of
the program. A few shared "success stories," recounting their bountiful
blessings during third tithe years.
Impact of Our Literature
Our literature has aided and inspired people from all walks of life. It is
especially helpful to prisoners, people who have lost loved ones, and
others facing serious trials and difficulties. Last month, for example, we
heard from a prisoner in a maximum security section, a woman whose daughter
committed suicide and another woman who was severely depressed after a
stillbirth, all of whom said they were given hope and inspiration through
our publications.
Readers are often astonished at the truths they learn. One said THE TEN
COMMANDMENTS booklet was a "blow to my solar plexus." Another was "stun
ned" by THE UNITED STATES AND BRITAIN IN PROPHECY. A third said THE BOOK OF
REVELATION UNVEILED AT LAST! "exploded several lifelong thoughts."