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Public opinion, which is constantly changing, shapes and drives their lives. While universal truth accepts that humans have five senses -— sight, touch, taste, hearing, seeing one additional sense called intuition or extra sensory perception is sometimes included -— Scientology founder L.
Ron Hubbard taught there are 57 senses. By developing each of these, humans gain more control over their lives and stand a better chance to shape their futures —- meaning, their careers.
It only refers to a supreme being in vague, abstract terms. The headquarters, located near the small town of Indio, is officially known as Golden Era Productions. In her role Karen traveled the world to help shape public opinion of the organization. She would conduct polling to determine perceptions of how those in mainline churches should dress -— conservative or contemporary, high fashion or low key.
She would then design the clothing and have it produced locally for that culture. It was then worn by staff members of Scientology churches or bookstores to present a welcoming image to the public. But while Peter was enjoying the work, Karen felt unfulfilled. Bothered by the total lack of privacy and the overbearing workload, she decided she wanted out.
She talked with Peter, who was not interested in leaving. She eventually tried to escape but failed in two attempts. We would work from 8 a. Only customers, such as Tom Cruise, John Travolta and others who were paying for the instruction, were allowed to have children.
There was no way I could erase that debt. Security fences were erected around the property and hour guards patrolled the grounds -— to protect us from intruders we were told, but it was really to prevent us from leaving.
There was never any privacy. Staff had to assemble, military style, in the morning to be sure everyone was present. For Kennedy, it began two years ago when he attended a meeting at the Church of Scientology's spiritual headquarters in Clearwater, Florida. He was introduced to a book called "The Way to Happiness" -- Hubbard's page, self-described "common sense guide to better living.
In the book, which lays out ways to maintain a temperate lifestyle, Kennedy found a message he believed could help lift his predominantly lower income African-American congregation. He said the book's 21 principles help them with their struggle in an urban environment where there is too much crime and addiction and too little opportunity. Kennedy knew that before he could introduce any Scientology-related text to his congregation, he would have to prove that it did not contradict his Christian beliefs.
And so, he found Scripture to match each of the 21 principles. Now Kennedy uses "The Way to Happiness" as a how-to supplement to his sermons. He believes it is easier to understand and clearer to follow than ancient Scriptures taken from the Bible. When asked whether Scientology's values contradict the religion of Jesus Christ, Kennedy replies, "Sometimes yes.
Sometimes no. Kennedy admits other pastors have criticized him, but the disapproval is not enough to discourage him. He insists that he has witnessed the changes "The Way to Happiness" has inspired in people. He also maintains that the Scientologists, many of whom he calls friends, are successful at outreach and getting desired results. At Kennedy's C. Kennedy Center, free tutoring based on Hubbard's "study tech" philosophies is provided to dozens of children and some adults.
Kennedy's daughter, Jimirra, is one of the instructors. She said "study tech" and the Scientology orientation classes she attended helped her graduate from high school and become a poised woman.
Though Jimirra Kennedy insists she does not ascribe to the religious side of Scientology, she still considers herself, at least in part, Scientologist. Critics like Ross are alarmed by such a blurring of the lines.
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