Church of Scientology Nashville to Host Open House for World Health Day 2024

 

In observance of World Health Day, the Church of Scientology Nashville is pleased to announce an upcoming open house event in April showcasing the Truth About Drugs campaign, a vital initiative by the Foundation for a Drug-Free World. The event aims to raise awareness about the importance of drug education and prevention in promoting global health and well-being.

 

The Church of Scientology has long been committed to supporting initiatives that foster healthier communities and empower individuals to lead drug-free lives. In partnership with the Foundation for a Drug-Free World, the Church is dedicated to providing resources and education to combat the scourge of drug abuse.

 

The open house event will feature informative presentations and educational materials designed to educate attendees about the dangers of drugs and the benefits of a drug-free lifestyle. Visitors will have the opportunity to learn about the Truth About Drugs campaign’s comprehensive approach to drug prevention, which includes educational materials, community outreach programs, and advocacy efforts.

 

“We are honored to host this important event in recognition of World Health Day,” said Julie Brinker with the Church of Scientology. “Drug abuse is a pressing global issue that affects individuals and communities worldwide. By raising awareness and providing education, we can empower people to make informed choices and lead healthier, drug-free lives.”

 

The Truth About Drugs campaign has been lauded for its impactful approach to drug education, reaching millions of people around the world with its powerful message of prevention and empowerment. Through partnerships with organizations like the Church of Scientology, the campaign continues to make strides in promoting drug-free living and building a brighter, healthier future for generations to come.

 

The open house event at the Church of Scientology is free and open to the public, welcoming individuals and families to join in the effort to combat drug abuse and promote global health. For more information about the event and the Truth About Drugs campaign, please visit www.scientology-ccnashville.org or contact the Church at 615-687-4600.

Church of Scientology Nashville Excited to Share News of Special Super Bowl LVI Ad

 The Church of Scientology made a significant splash during Super Bowl LVI, captivating audiences with the debut of its powerful new advertisement and the unveiling the groundbreaking website, Scientology.org/Decide.

The Super Bowl, renowned for showcasing cutting-edge advertisements, served as the perfect platform for the Church of Scientology to introduce its latest campaign to a global audience. The new advertisement, meticulously crafted to resonate with viewers across diverse demographics, communicates the core values and guiding principles of Scientology. Through vivid imagery and compelling narratives, the ad invites viewers on a journey to think for oneself. The ad is already going viral on YouTube, and, at the time of this writing, nearing 5 million views. 

Complementing the impactful ad is the launch of the innovative website, Scientology.org/Decide. This dynamic online platform offers visitors a wealth of resources to explore Scientology's beliefs and practices and even take the free online personality test. Designed to be interactive and user-friendly, the website features engaging multimedia content, including videos, articles, and an option to locate the nearest Church. Visitors to Scientology.org/Decide are empowered to delve deeper into Scientology's teachings and philosophy, enabling them to make informed decisions about their spiritual journey.

Scientology.org/Decide serves as a testament to Scientology's commitment to transparency, accessibility, and community engagement. By providing a comprehensive online platform for individuals to explore Scientology's principles and practices, the Church hopes to foster greater understanding and dialogue.

For more information about Scientology or to see the new advertisement, please visit Scientology.org/Decide.

About Scientology: Scientology is a religion founded by L. Ron Hubbard that offers a precise path leading to a complete and certain understanding of one’s true spiritual nature and one’s relationship to self, family, groups, mankind, all life forms, the material universe, the spiritual universe, and the Supreme Being. Scientology addresses the spirit—not the body or mind—and believes that man is far more than a product of his environment, or his genes.

 

2023 Year in Review: Drug-Free Tennessee Reflects on a Year of Achievements

2023 saw the expansion of Drug-Free Tennessee, carrying out the work of the international organization, the Foundation for a Drug-Free World, in the Southeast United States.

 

As we approach the end of another year, Drug-Free Tennessee (DFT), the local chapter of the Foundation for a Drug Free World, takes pride in reflecting upon a year filled with impactful initiatives and achievements in the pursuit of a drug-free society.

 

Throughout the year, DFT has been unwavering in its commitment to education and outreach. The implementation of comprehensive drug prevention programs in communities across the state has empowered individuals to make informed, positive choices regarding substance abuse.

 

Key accomplishments include:

 

Open Houses: Drug-Free Tennessee proudly hosted several open house events to educate the community on the dangers of drug abuse, with video presentations, free information and keynote speakers who spoke from the heart about drug prevention and education.

 

Community Gatherings: Volunteers were able to participate in many community events such as National Night Out Against Crime, where they distributed hundreds of copies of the Truth About Drugs booklet to reach people where they are with information they need.

 

Sports Camps: This year, DFT was able to support national football legends who hold summer camps for youth. During these camps, volunteers helped kids pledge to be drug-free while they got active learning what it takes to train to be a pro football star. Each participant was able to leave with a backpack full of information so they can make informed choices.

 

Julie Brinker, Drug-Free Tennessee spokesperson, said, “We are proud of the strides we've made this year in our mission to create a drug-free community. Our dedicated team, committed partners, and the communities we serve have played an integral role in these achievements. Together, we are making a lasting impact on the lives of individuals and the well-being of all.”

 

Drug-Free Tennessee distributes the Truth About Drugs booklet, which cover all basic side effects of drugs, common street names, and how to recognize when you are being persuaded by a dealer. To learn more or to order booklets, visit drugfreetn.org.

 

 

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Church of Scientology Nashville Spreads Warmth and Welcome During Holidays 2023

 

Scientologists believe in spreading the warmth and joy of the holiday season to the community and beyond.

 

Over 11,000 Scientology Churches, Missions and affiliated groups exist across 167 nations, according to ScientologyNews.org. Because of this worldwide diversity, Scientologists come from a wide variety of faiths and cultural traditions. But no matter their background, they, like most people, gather with loved ones to enjoy the warmth of friends and family and celebrate the joy of the holiday season.

 

With the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, churches, like most places, were forced to limit numbers to keep in social distancing measures since 2020. But now, with restrictions lifted, the Church of Scientology Nashville is again happy to welcome the community to celebrate the joys of the holiday season with friends and loved ones.

 

Pastor of the Nashville Church, Rev. Brian Fesler, says, “Our church captures the spirit of the holidays. We bring people together to celebrate and plan the year ahead, and everyone is welcome here throughout the season.”

 

The Nashville church hosts an annual potluck for Thanksgiving and Christmas, as well as other community events including holiday shows and festivities, the annual Human Rights Day celebration, open houses and other community get-togethers.

 

Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard honored the great religious leaders of the past for the wisdom they brought to the world, writing that Scientology shares “the goals set for Man by Christ, which are wisdom, good health and immortality.” It is in this spirit that Scientologists celebrate the holiday season, whether they observe Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa or any other religious or cultural tradition.

 

The Church annually celebrates New Year’s Eve with a large-scale event that all parishioners and members of the community are invited to attend. It is at this event that the church reviews the accomplishments for the year and sets the course for the year to come.

 

This past decade has seen incredible expansion for the Scientology religion, with the total assets and property holdings of the Church of Scientology internationally having more than doubled since 2004.

The combined size of Church premises increased from nearly 5.6 million square feet in 2004 to 12.1 million square feet in 2010, and the Church has acquired more than 70 buildings since 2004 in major population centers around the world. The number of people newly introduced to Scientology and starting on training or counseling per week exceeds 26 times any previous week in history.

 

For more information about Scientology, visit www.scientology.org.

The Way to Happiness Association of Tennessee Working on Crime Reduction

 The Way to Happiness Association of Tennessee, the local chapter of the international organization The Way to Happiness Foundation, is reaching out to neighbors to help reduce crime.  

 

 

The Way to Happiness, a book written by humanitarian L. Ron Hubbard in the early 1980s, is comprised of 21 precepts, each one predicated on the fact that one’s survival depends on the survival of others—and that without the survival of others, neither joy nor happiness are attainable. In the three decades since it was authored, more than 115 million copies of the book passed hand to hand, thus inspiring the international movement which is spreading throughout Nashville and all of Tennessee.

 

Since 2009, volunteers have taken to the streets and parks of Nashville to distribute booklets to help people learn the concepts contained within the common-sense moral code and uplift communities. There was a brief pause on this during the Covid-19 pandemic, but volunteers have been back at it again with safety and health precautions in place.

 

Most recently, volunteers distributed dozens upon dozens of the booklet to neighbors during community events in a suburb of Nashville.

 

Mr. Hubbard begins the book with these words: “Your survival is important to me.” He goes on to say, “You are important to other people. You are listened to. You can influence others. The happiness or unhappiness of others you could name is important to you. Without too much trouble, using this book, you can help them survive and lead happier lives.”

 

TWTH-TN is making a true impact across Tennessee and reaching other parts of the world. To learn more about the program, or to order copies of The Way to Happiness booklet, visit twthtn.org.

 

 

Church of Scientology Announces Peace Day Concert

The Church of Scientology in partnership with Tennessee United for Human Rights will hold its annual Nashville Celebration of International Day of Peace in September. Tennessee United for Human Rights (TUHR) has held an event for International Day of Peace for many years, each with a different theme related to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. TUHR promotes human rights education as a way to combat ignorance and increase awareness. 

 

During past Peace Day events, a different human right has been the focus. Past themes have included religious diversity, human trafficking awareness, and domestic violence education. This year the theme will be freedom of expression, as is stated on the Universal Declaration for Human Rights: “Article 19. Everyone has the right to freedom of opinion and expression; this right includes freedom to hold opinions without interference and to seek, receive and impart information and ideas through any media and regardless of frontiers.”

 

“Each year we focus on a human rights issue that needs to be brought to light. This year we will bring together the community for a concert focused on freedom of expression,” says Rev. Brian Fesler, regional coordinator of the Tennessee United for Human Rights program.

 

International Day of Peace was declared by the United Nations General Assembly as a day devoted to strengthening the ideals of peace, both within and among all nations and peoples.

 

The Peace Day event will be held September 23rd in the Nashville Church of Scientology community hall. For more information, visit tnuhr.org.

 

TNUHR is a chapter of the international organization United for Human Rights, formed on the 60th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights to provide human rights resources and educational materials to all sectors of society.

 

Church of Scientology Nashville Educates Young People on Nelson Mandela

 The Church of Scientology with Tennessee United for Human Rights held a special event for Nelson Mandela in observance of what would have been his 105th birthday. 

The Church of Scientology with Tennessee United for Human Rights held an event to mark the 105th birthday of Nelson Mandela with an educational portion for young children who created artwork based on what they learned. The artwork they created will be available to see on TNUHR.org, the Tennessee United for Human Rights website.  

Nelson Mandela Day is celebrated each year on 18 July, Mandela’s birthday. The day was officially declared by the United Nations in November 2009, with the first UN Mandela Day held on 18 July 2010. The Mandela Day campaign message is: “Nelson Mandela has fought for social justice for 67 years. We’re asking you to start with 67 minutes.” According to a statement issued on Mandela’s behalf on the adoption of his day by the United Nations, his hope was that it would “bring together people around the world to fight poverty and promote peace, reconciliation and cultural diversity.”

To kick things off at the educational event, a short video was shown of Nelson Mandela's biography aimed at young people. The video also showed some of his legacy, and helped the youth attending learn what Mandela stood for. 

Nelson Mandela once said, “It is easy to break down and destroy. The heroes are those who make peace and build,” and according to representatives of Tennessee United for Human Rights, “In observance of Mandela Day and recognition of Nelson Mandela, Tennessee United for Human Rights (TnUHR) is introducing a new generation to the importance and relevance of Mr. Mandela’s work.” 

Tennessee United for Human Rights is the local chapter of United for Human Rights, an international, not-for-profit organization dedicated to implementing the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Its membership comprises individuals and groups who are actively forwarding the knowledge and protection of human rights by and for all Mankind, according to humanrights.com. Its purpose is to provide human rights educational resources and activities that inform, assist and unite youth, educators, organizations, and governmental bodies in disseminating and adopting the Universal Declaration of Human Rights at every level of society.

For more information about United for Human Rights, go to www.humanrights.com, and for more information about the Mandela Day event, visit tnuhr.org.