How do
Scientologists celebrate the holidays?
You might be surprised.
More than 10,000 Scientology Churches, missions, related
organizations and affiliated groups minister to millions in 165 countries,
according to Scientology.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.
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.
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 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.
For more information about Scientology, visit www.scientology.org.
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