Well Happy New Year to everyone!

I found a couple wonderful books that cover the subjsect of Scientology in Amazon.com today.

The Church of Scientology by Gordon J. Melton


New Religious Movements and Religious Liberty in America by Derek Davis

These authors are not Scientologists and have taken an objective view of the religion and studied it in some detail.

Both very interesting reads.

I found some wonderful Australian sites of interest, specifically to do with my religion, so thought I'd share them with you.

Dianetics In Aussie

Keeping Track of the Footy

An Interesting Religion

Founding Church

Australian Humanities and Arts Links

Australian Religion and Beliefs on the Internet

Dave Cooke's Links

Well there have been opposing opinions about Scientology, so I would also as well as other views given below, give the web sites that can clarify this state of affairs.

Firstly, a site that explains why some people oppose L. Ron Hubbard's discoveries:
Dianetics and Scientology history

Opposing Scientology

The official Home Page takes you to a lot of material describing social betterment programs, helping mankind spiritually, community work and much more:

Scientology Official Site

My blog is a little mixed up right now. Getting it fixed.

In the meantime thought you might want to see some web sites that give you some other opinions about Scientology.

Scientology by Jack Nation

A Religious Study on Scientology

Scientology Founder Information

Selectsmart on Scientology

According to the SelectSmart.com Belief System Selector, my #1 belief match is Scientology. What do you believe? Visit SelectSmart.com/RELIGION

The Church of Scientology Buffalo recently moved to new renovated premises and the grand opening was held this past weekend. One of my good friends comes from Buffalo and this is very exciting for her.

"What we have here in Buffalo are great people, great architecture, great opportunity, and I think this represents the best of the best here today," said Mayor Anthony M. Masiello, who read aloud a proclamation that declared Church of Scientology Day in Buffalo.

"Like so many of you, I've been looking forward to this moment for some time," Masiello said.

Other speakers, including David Miscavige, chairman of the Scientology-related Religious Technology Center, and Ellicott Council Member Brian Davis, praised the work of the church and its potential impact on Buffalo.

The Church of Scientology Buffalo

Do you know that Scientology Volunteer Ministers were up helping at the scene of the fires in LA?
In fact they were specifically called for by the Red Cross and then also invited to attend the memorial service for those that died tragically in the blaze.

Volunteers at California fires

Many of my friends are Scientology Volunteer Ministers, as I am. Thats what we are here for, to help others in need. Anyone that has anything else to say simply doesn't have the straight facts. Who would attack a group working with the Red Cross and helping people. I'd tell them to get a life and do something useful with it.


Scientology Volunteer Ministers

Today I had a realization that people have been led to believe some pretty wild and whacky ideas about the Church of Scientology International. So I figured I would share my thoughts with one and all and try and clear this up.

The first thing I can think of is to take you to the main web site where the truth about this new religion can be seen.


Scientology Religion

So now that I have done this, I am having a much better day.

Share my thoughts with you again soon.

Church of Scientology International Presents Effective Drug Solutions

Recognizing that we are all involved in the war on drugs, and that it can really only be won on a one on one basis, the Church of Scientology International has created this web site, featuring an on-line copy of the booklet Freeing Society from Drugs. This free Scientology booklet provides vital information on the underlying causes of the drug problem and effective programs to help prevent and check the spread of this epidemic.

Essays on the Drug Problem

L. Ron Hubbard, founder of the Scientology religion, did extensive research into the cause and remedies of drug problems. He described his breakthrough in the following essay.

“The planet has hit a barrier which prevents any widespread social progress—drugs and other biochemical substances. “These can put people into a condition which not only prohibits and destroys physical health but which can prevent any stable advancement in mental or spiritual well-being.” Full article >>

In an article from 1969, Mr. Hubbard described the launch of a social application of his drug rehabilitation technology.

“Scientology is closely cooperating with the government in programs to handle the drug-addiction problem now becoming chronic in society. “Drug addicts have been found to have begun drug taking because of physical suffering or hopelessness. In one country a Scientology pilot project has been in progress for about a year... some 50 percent of the committed addicts have recovered and have not been recommitted. By eradicating in the addict the cause of the original suffering or hopelessness, the need of drugs is voluntarily dispensed with by the former addict.” Full article >>

Concerned about the effects of drugs on the individual and the culture, Scientologists and Scientology churches are very active in working to handle drug problems in their communities.

One such program sponsored by the Scientology churches is the “Drug-Free Marshals”.

The Church of Scientology International created and launched the Drug-Free Marshals youth drug-education and prevention program in 1993 to educate children as young as 6 on the dangers of drugs, and to challenge them to remain drug-free. Learn how it works, and how to start a group in your neighborhood or local school. >>

Freedom Magazine

Freedom Magazine, published by the Church of Scientology International in the United States, and its 20 affiliated editions of magazines and journals published by Scientology churches in 16 more countries, look into the underlying social causes of the drug problem and present constructive ideas on how these problems can be solved.

It also regularly features drug education and prevention programs of Scientology churches in such countries as Austria, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Germany, Sweden, Greece, Italy, and throughout the United States.

“Scientologists do not stand ready to punish drug takers or reform a whole society on the subject. But they do stand ready and are active in helping anyone or any government to handle the problem.” — L. Ron Hubbard

Related Sites

Think Clearly

The Church of Scientology International presents information on the Purification program. Learn how drugs, chemicals and other toxins can destroy your physical health and make you muddled and confused in life. Take a “toxic test”.

Clear Body Clear Mind by L. Ron Hubbard

Gain a complete understanding of Scientology drug rehabilitation technology from the book, Clear Body, Clear Mind. This web site presents information about the book, and a link to purchase it online.

Scientology Home Page

Learn more about Scientology drug programs at the official web site of the Church of Scientology International. Gain more insight into the Scientology religion. Take a free personality test to locate areas you want to improve about yourself. Get a referral for an evaluation of your test at a Scientology church or mission.

Scientology Training

Scientology training enables you to improve your self confidence and your ability to help others.

Scientology Auditing

Scientology auditing is a very unique form of personal spiritual counseling unlike any other. It is called auditing, and the Scientology counselor is called an auditor from the Latin word “audire” — to listen.

On this site you will learn about specific Scientology auditing procedures that deal with the effects of drugs, and enable people to fully recover from past drug problems and live drug-free lives.

Scientology Missions International

Find a Scientology mission near you and learn how to take your first step toward a better life.

Scientology Volunteer Ministers

Scientology Volunteer Ministers learn very simple techniques that they use to help people recover from stress and anxiety about the future. Contact a Scientology Volunteer Minister through the locator on this web site.

What is Scientology?

There is a great deal more to learn about Scientology, and this web site provides an excellent overview.

About L. Ron Hubbard

Meet L. Ron Hubbard, and find out how he came to research Scientology.

Scientology Handbook

The first step to improving life is having an understanding of it. The Scientology Handbook contains information on such subjects as how to improve a relationship, how to study better, why communication sometimes breaks down and how to restore it, and how to help a friend or family member withdraw from drugs painlessly.

Scientology Press Office


Learn more about the Church of Scientology International and Scientology churches
and missions around the world including the latest press releases and biographical
information about Scientology spokespersons.

© 2001-2003 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved. For Trademark Information on Scientology Services.

An interesting blog on the very subject we are discussing. This is the Scientology Philosophy from a parishioner's viewpoint.

A Scientology Member's Blog

The Dianetics and Scientology Center of Melrose opened with fanfare Saturday, August 30, 2003, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house tours that lasted late into the night.

An eclectic crowd of curious and interested 20-somethings, and older, came to 7709 Melrose Avenue, to find the answer for themselves to “what is Scientology?” They rubbed shoulders with “Young Hollywood” — Scientologists Jason Lee, Lynsey Bartilson, Denice Duff, Michael Duff, Marisol Nichols and professional skateboardist Steve Berra. They learned that the center offers introductory lectures, courses and spiritual counseling, including the popular Purification Rundown which rids the body of drugs and toxins to facilitate spiritual growth.


Actress Rachel Miner dedicated the new Melrose Dianetics and Scientology center, saying it is her way of helping others achieve their goals in life.
Sponsored by actress Rachel Miner, the Dianetics and Scientology center is headed by veteran Scientologists Tom and Cathy Steiner. The executive director is Monica Geller. At the opening ceremonies, Miner spoke emotionally about the importance of achieving one’s own goals and dreams and said that bringing Scientology to Melrose is her contribution to achieving her own goals and helping others achieve theirs.

She quoted Dianetics and Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard: “There is only one way, really, to get into a state of living and that’s live! There is no substitute for an all-out, over-the-ramparts, howling charge against life. That’s living.”

Tom and Cathy Steiner closed the ceremonies relating an Indian legend that if you tell a wish to a butterfly the butterfly will not tell anyone the wish but will carry it to the Great Spirit. According to the legend, in gratitude for giving the beautiful butterfly its freedom, the Great Spirit always grants the wish. The Steiners then opened a basket and released 50 large butterflies into the air.

The crowd, overflowing onto a closed-off section of Melrose Avenue, gasped as the butterflies flew off. They burst into cheers moments later when Miner and the Steiners pulled a rope and the large yellow ribbon wrapping the building came down and a thousand brightly colored balloons went up.

The tours and open house continued, with the hundreds of visitors enjoying a special collection of photographs and quotations of L. Ron Hubbard as they toured the reception areas, course rooms, counseling rooms and offices.

The decor is “chic Bohemian” with abundant teak, rose wood and mahogany, strand woven bamboo floors with Indian and Chinese throw rugs in cranberry and earth tones, suede furniture and window drapes in cranberry silk. Walls are two-tone earth colors with faux finish. On the walls hang musical instruments alongside artwork by Scientologists.

There was also an outdoor barbecue and bands featuring young Scientologists.

The center is open 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, and Sundays by appointment.

Scientology churches and their members are committed to handling the drug problem. The technology developed by L. Ron Hubbard to handle the life ruining effects of drugs is used in churches of Scientology and many secular programs around the world.