Following is what is new or changed on the Exit & Support Network site within the last several months. If you visit our pages regularly, please click your refresh button, as our pages are frequently updated. 
 

NOTE: The following articles were posted in the past, but may be helpful for some exiters at this time of year (i.e., Pentecost):  (If you need more info on law, works, or holy days, see this section on Q&As) 

Let Go of Days, Take Hold of Christ
Is it necessary to observe holy days and rituals in order to gain eternal life? 

Why Church Leaders Demand Holy Days For Their Members
Could it have anything to do with control?

How can I observe Passover if I've left the group?

CONTENTS (SITE MAP)

May 2008

Why We Don't Have a Forum ^{5-11-08 (From Q&A "Do you have a forum?")}
Input gathered from several exiters and helpers in ESN as to whether they felt it was a good idea or not.

Could you explain Colossians 2:16-17? ^{5-4-08 (Q&A)}

April 2008

Rescued From Philadelphia Church of God ^{4-27-08 (PCG story) 4-30-08 (heard back from PCG minister)}

The Lamb ^{(This has been removed due to lack of interest)}

March 2008

Where Do I Find the "One True Church"? ^3-19-08

Openly Threatened by PCG Minister ^{3-14-08 (WCG/PCG child survivor story)}

Which Day is the Christian Sabbath? (A Critique of Herbert W. Armstrong's Book) ^3-13-08
"Are Christians required to keep a Christian Sabbath?" Good study for those who feel they must keep the Sabbath.

Do you have articles that refute HWA's doctrines? ^{3-13-08 (Q&A)}

Is PCG now the Laodicean church? (Q&A) ^3-10-08

What Exactly IS Worldwide Church of God? ^3-1-08

February 2008

The Losing Formula ^{2-8-08 (Humor)}

Do any cultic mentalities remain in the present WCG? ^2-8-08

Why are you so critical of the new WCG? (Q&A) ^2-3-08

Dropouts See Hucksterism Where They Once Saw God ^{Continued / 2-1-08}
This article has now been continued, beginning at: "For about a year, every night, many hours till midnight or later, I began to study it all out." Those who read this article will notice carry-overs with certain totalistic WCG offshoots, such as Philadelphia Church of God, Restored Church of God, etc.

Worldwide Church of God Amasses Wealth Amid Rising Criticism ^2-1-08 (posted on same page as the above article)
This special report appeared in the same paper as the article above. Shows HWA had five luxurious homes, etc. Mentions Bobby Fischer who was involved with WCG at one time. We hope our readers will also read the 1977 Exclusive Fischer interview mentioned in this article, as it is very enlightening in regard to what is done to one's mind. Those who read this article will notice carry-overs with certain totalistic WCG offshoots, such as Philadelphia Church of God, Restored Church of God, etc.

January 2008

Exposé of "Clarion Call—The Time is Now!" (Pt. 2) (Includes excerpts from "The 1335 Days—What Most Will Never Hear" - Pt. 1) ^1-26-08
This exposé of David Pack's sermon shows the horrific spiritual abuse and exploitation going on in Restored Church of God.

Information on Restored Church of God (David C. Pack) ^1-25-08
New section linked from Contents & Mike's Enlightenment Page.

Dropouts See Hucksterism Where They Once Saw God ^1-14-08
Testimonies from those who were exploited by HWA's WCG. Those who read this article will notice carry-overs with certain totalistic WCG offshoots, such as Philadelphia Church of God, Restored Church of God, etc.

December 2007

Members Were Promised Physical Blessings ^{12-7-07 (story by former WCG/PCG member)}

What Does Saved by Grace Really Mean? (A critique of Stephen Flurry's article, "You Are Saved by Grace!") ^12-2-07
This article is a result of a letter we received by one influenced by PCG.

November 2007

Abused by Worldwide Church of God When I Decided To Leave Their Fellowship ^{11-30-07 (story by child survivor / former WCG member)}
shows ongoing cultic mindset in WCG.

I Heard the Voice of Jesus Say ^{11-13-07 (posted on "Comfort in Music")}
Many have found comfort in reading through the words of many of these songs.

Emotional Abuse Can Be Very Subtle ^{11-12-07 (child survivor story)}

October 2007

Questions and Answers ^10-27-07
This section has been updated, with some re-wording and changing, beginning at "Questions About Members," "Questions About Recovery," "Questions About the Law, Works and Salvation" and "Miscellaneous."

An Open Letter to Joseph Tkach Jr. ^10-26-07
Forthright letter which boldly confronts Tkach with the double messages, half-truths and guilt placed on members during the changes. While this letter circulated for years; some may not have had a chance to read it. Also read recent letter to ESN that confirms every word in this letter is true.

Why are you critical of WCG and certain offshoots? ^{10-23-07 (Q&A)}

Why is it Difficult For Exiters To Question Herbert Armstrong? ^10-16-07
Kelly Marshall's personal experience.

Did Herbert W. Armstrong Abuse His Flock? ^10-12-07
Next to last paragraph now links to a part in OIU #2 which reveals how certain WCG ministers became sickened by the control and abuse that was going on; talks about the suffering of victims. There is also a new link (under 2nd abuse) to how prevalent suicide was in the WCG. (Helpful for those who have never read about these things.)

I Suffered Because of Worldwide Church of God ^{10-10-07 (story)}
(mentions Gerald Flurry at end)

Renouncing Deception and Seeking Truth ^{10-2-07 (prayer)}
Addition to "Prayers For Freedom From Spiritual Strongholds"

September 2007:

Isn't Leviticus 23:21 clear that these days are a statute forever? ^9-30-07
Addition to "Must We Keep the Law for Salvation?"

Why Church Leaders Demand Holy Days For Their Members ^9-8-07
(could it have anything to do with control?)

Gerald Flurry's Literature Sounded Good at First ^{9-6-07 (story)}

Quote added on our article about the "no contact" ruling ^9-3-07

Why I'm Glad I Don't Have to "Keep the Feast" ^9-2-07

August 2007:

It’s Hard to Get Close to God After Being in Philadelphia Church of God ^8-20-07

The Lion Has Roared (or so says Gerald Flurry) ^8-14-07

My Experience as a Camper at Philadelphia Youth Camp ^8-3-07
This story has been added to our new section: Stories About Philadelphia Youth Camp.

July 2007

The "New" Ron Lohr ^{7-29-07 with much more info and "survivors speak out"}

My Experience With Ron Lohr ^{7-28-07 (links from above article)}
Also covers being propositioned by Lohr's assistant.

My Thoughts on Ron Lohr's Email to ESN ^{7-28-07 (links from above article)}
Insightful article from former member.

Sorting out spiritual concerns ^7-11-07
This section from "How to Recover After Exiting a Deceptive, Abusive Group" has been added to.

June 2007

Why Do Many Exiters of Armstrongism Turn to Agnosticism or Atheism? ^{6-24-07 (also links to new letter)}

Worldwide Church of God is Changing Their Name ^6-23-07
WCG hasn't changed their name yet, but they have registered sixteen domain names (that we know of). The article includes a list of them.

Mike's Answer to an Atheist ^6-21-07
Includes section at the bottom on, "Are Atheists Happy?" "What About Thomas Paine's Book?" "Refuting Common Atheist Claims" and "Confessions by Atheists."

What Happens if I Join Roderick Meredith's Living Church of God? ^6-19-07

May 2007

Foundations of a Soul Rocked to the Core ^{5-29-07 (child survivor story)}

Doctrines of Devils - Did Herbert Armstrong teach them? ^5-26-07

Update at top of "Fred Coulter - Christian Biblical Church of God Lacking in Honest, Open Debate"   ^5-24-07

Is it necessary to keep the O.T. Holy Days? ^{(Q&A) 5-23-07}

Glad I Didn't Have to Attend HWA's Cult Any Longer Than I Did! ^{5-21-07 (child survivor story)}

Email reply from author Brian Flynn to a WCG deacon and member of the pastoral team in the Philippines concerning how we must be discerning concerning false teachings coming into the church.
^5-21-07

Did Herbert W. Armstrong Have God's Truth? ^5-14-07

Studying the Bible Under Bondage Was Detrimental ^5-9-07

How can I untangle my mind from HWA's doctrines? ^5-3-07

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