like the Egyptian pharaoh, keeps his PCG congregation in total slavery to himself and his task masters as a modern day Pharaoh. T. Dear brethren: I have been meeting with Vicki Barreiro for one year. He does have time on his side, as some members will completely forget about this years from now; and you never know, GF may be pushing up daisies by that time, so its failure will be irrelevant in the members minds. [98] He claims that God is pleading with mankind and that those who don't respond to his message will experience the worst time of suffering ever on this planet! [46] He calls those that heed his warning Philadelphians[47] and the "very elect" - those that cannot be deceived,[48] promising them a "headquarters position of rulership" in God's Kingdom. If Trump Isnt Re-Elected, Then Flurry Will Be a Dreamer of Dreams: Regarding the prophecies (or predictionswhichever way people want to view Flurrys comments) concerning Trump and King Jeroboam, isnt it a little early to be concluding that Biden will win the 2020 U.S. election? [124] A few weeks later, the Supreme Court declined to hear their petition. Also, the Flurrys are trying to create the impression that they are growing in numbers and so theyre propping up that illusion in the minds of their members. I Attended When Ambassador Students Were Going to Find the Lost Ark of the Covenant: I began attending WCG in the early 80s. An example is an article in the 2011 Philadelphia Trumpet entitled, One World Government: ImpossibleYet Inevitable! One quote: the solution to world ills and the establishment of world peace is possible only if all nations are brought together under a supreme, all-powerful, world-ruling government!, Another example was seen in 2016 when the Trumpet Daily aired a program called, The Coming World Government.. L. Reply: Yes men seek approval and do get hooked on the power and assumed prestige. Tehran by Alireza Keikha on Instagram: ". Elijah (Herbert Armstrong) that came and restored all things. S. Neither of them understand how to teach the Bible accurately. Same thing with the 2017 Trumpet article entitled Europe, China, Japan and the New World Order. Besides the title, no mention of the words NWO. It is about to be here on this earth., Brad Macdonald gave a Bible study on June 26 to explain the spiritual message behind the Celtic Throne Irish dance production, which amounted to the spiritual message being The New Throne of David. [Refer to May 29 letter above, PCG Sermon Loyalty to Gods Family Throne which talks about GFs booklet The New Throne of David and the place of safety.] . [Be sure and read: Gerald Flurrys Grand Ideas Reaping Only Struggle and Hardship (June 12, 2016 letter)], According to GF, Revelation 3:8 has not denied my name means has not denied my government., Flurry said they might have an opportunity to get on USA Todaya non-cable, news network and they will know next week. If you prove this from your Bible [i. e., about the Elijah being HWA], you can know that we are in the end timeand that the Second Coming of Jesus Christ is almost here.. The PCG no longer allows Smartphones on campus from any students or anyone employed by the PCG. G. The Bible shows sin in the world is due to the fallen state of mantalked about in Genesis 3. [92] Gerald Flurry is noted as displaying "typical cult-leader arrogance" and creates a "seclusionary atmosphere" for his followers. [6][9][10] Based on the doctrine of seven church eras, Flurry believes the seven churches in the book of Revelation are descriptive of seven successive eras of God's church[11][12][13][14] from the original apostolic church until the final church that Christ returns to marry. Behind the Work on Apple Podcasts. The Church in the First Century Gerald Flurrys Open Letter the Same Old Con Game: I read Gerald Flurrys open letter to the churches of God that was posted online December 6. [89], He wrote in 2018 that the PCG must be "prepared to go to the cave of Adullum, the place of safety. They rarely have an opportunity to truthfully evaluate the quality of their lives and question the motives and/or direction of their leadership. They couldnt bear the message., Thats what the concert tomorrow is all about. [143], On September 17th, 2017, protesters were outside the University of Maryland as The Key of David show had Anti LGBTQ views. She never looked healthy to me. Nos. GF in The New Throne of David says, We must be prepared to go to the cave of Adullam, the place of safety. The Philadelphia Church of God is non-denominational, a spiritual family with members in dozens of nations around the world of every age, race, educational and socio-economic background, yet all dedicated to living . There are countless others who still need what youre putting out there. P. S. Your website has been a source of encouragement, edification and peace. Browse and download booklets, stream music, read magazines and more. He would use news sources that said suitcase size bombs were smuggled out of Russia and they could be anywhere just waiting to be used. Founder: The Philadelphia Church of God is a sectarian splinter group from Herbert W . But we all know what happened. Enemies will castigate our people in unmerciful ways. She was so glad to see me! Anyway, thanks for doing what you do. [Note: Mormons today are attempting to mainstream but are still considered a cult. Members also endeavor to follow God's law: love toward God and love toward fellow man (Mark 12:30-31). ), One of GFs most glaring errors in all of this is his teaching that America and Britain are modern-day Israel. Prove that false and there is no more modern Jeroboam or Jeroboam-End or our nations going into captivity.. Your Site Helped Me to Recognize a Wild Wolf: From the outside, nothing can make us doubt of what is going on inside this organization. He was ordained as a minister in 1973, and formerly served as a pastor in the Worldwide Church of God, from which he was disfellowshipped (excommunicated) on December 7, 1989, for resisting sweeping doctrinal changes. This came like a thief in the night. We didnt use the word saved.), It was also odd to hear him say, We are very glad that we have eternal life but that isnt doing anything for us today. (HWA taught we didnt have eternal life at this time.) This rosy evaluation is suspect from the standpoint that we also think it is the church era to which we believe we belong. Later he was regional director in Australasia and at one point was over South America. Would Like To Soak GFs Literature in Gasoline: It would be my pleasure to soak all his literature in gasoline and set it on fire. The following quote is found in the first paragraph under Introduction: you will come to a better understanding of the coming KINGDOM OF GOD the coming NEW WORLD ORDER which shall rule the world for the next thousand odd years instead of the Order Hitler vainly sought to build you will come to a better understanding of GODS PLAN of salvation. Gerald Flurrys Open Letter Is a Worked-Over Letter From February 2006: I just discovered that this open letter of Gerald Flurrys was a worked-over letter that he originally published in the Philadelphia Trumpet back in February 2006. Hilliker told the campers to study the booklets and literature they had been given, and one of them was Malachis Message. Ive found out he changes his tune according to how he can use this crisis. in their attempt to win over people to their counterfeit Church. The last paragraph should be key to all who are considering joining PCG which is prove to yourself where God is. See article: Injuries With Irish Dance and Injuries in Irish Dance. Here are two letters I found on your site which sum that up: Scary How Much PCG Resembles Nazi Germany in the 1930s and Similarities to Nazism in PCG. . Flurry is banking everything on the Amos 7 prophecy and constantly declares, WE ARE LIVING THROUGH THIS FINAL WARNING RIGHT NOW! He incites fear by causing readers to believe that Revelation 12:9 (Satan and his angels being cast down to earth) has already happened. Christ already removed our sin when He died for all of them on the cross. Here are the 2020 Feast sites taken from their planner: Edmond, OK Welches, OR Cranberry, PA Lake Geneva, WI Greenville, SC Indian Wells, CA Sault Ste. Read article here about how it looks like vast majority of positive results should have been negative (August 29) and The Lockdown Has Gone From a Mistake to a Crime. (September 1) This last one is especially good. See what God says. I remember many years ago when I first received some of PCGs booklets. In your opinion, were the early years of the ministry of HWA and his Radio COG an honest effort and outreach? [163] In 2015, the PCG opened a second campus at their Edstone mansion in the United Kingdom. To keep everything in balance Macdonald adds similarly strenuous mental and spiritual exercises one of which is Bible classes (which are sure to be reading GFs literature) and listening to haranguing sermons. They dont emphasize Jesus and a personal relationship with Him. The reason was that, They would be here if they could. So I guess we still count them even after they die because, you know, Theyd be here if they could.. Also read: Shows how the church is not spiritual Israel) (also covers Galatians 6:16) [offsite article]. Stephen Flurry Was Arrogant and Unfeeling The Time I Told Him Off: Years ago, I called Stephen Flurry on the phone when I received my moms no contact letter and basically told him off. This New Throne of David! [94] Ex-members of the PCG claim that Flurry uses his power to "command absolute obedience" of church members, and threatens their salvation for disobedience. GF gave a sermon recently where he talked about PCGs new Irish dance production called Celtic Throne (performed on June 30, July 1, July 5 and July 7). Email Charles Melear. We are sons of Zadok, [I thought we were the sons of God. We plan to marry in a private wedding with only our immediate families on November 16. Comment: Bad fruit is the works of the flesh listed in Galatians 5:19-21. Have a lovely day, wonderful week, and stunning year. And if all that activity isnt strenuous enough, much of it will occur in daytime temperatures that hover in the mid-90s. Its all been about control through fear. Nothing you can prove from the Bible. Outsiders have occupied property in Israel and have even built institutions of Christian theological learning for decades at least. spending six to seven hours a day out in the sizzling Oklahoma weatherchasing balls, paddling across lakes and climbing ropes. Again, I wondered if he was talking about PCG? That will be hard to take! People on earth will have to see the appearance of the Antichrist first and he will confirm a covenant with the nation of Israel and others and then annul it. Its the same old claptrap. W. Talk of this prayer rock is covered in the February 21, 2017 letter: PCG to Take HWAs Prayer Rock When They Flee and February 28, 2017 letter: Flurry Says PCGs Scone of Stone is Now HWAs Old Prayer Rock.. Since then I have opened my eyes to the fear-mongering and manipulation. News | Philadelphia Church of God Congratulations 2023 Armstrong Acceptees! The PCG offer three education programs to members and their children, with curricular based on their world view and doctrinal teachings. [51], In August 1985, Armstrong's final work, Mystery of the Ages, was published. As usual, the latest Trumpet is negative without any hope. Reply: We dont know if anyone else received a link like that. Also, in the sermon mentioned above (Key of David Message) GF had said, Mr. S. What GF and SF Emphasize and Dont Emphasize: GF and SF always like to use the words the LIVING Christ. I remember HWA continually shouting or writing in caps: the Work of the LIVING Christ! or on the authority of the LIVING Christ! Theyve always got to add that word LIVING. Today the main ones I hear those words (i. e., the Living Christ) in conjunction with, or used by, is the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saintsthe Mormons. Years before Rush, there was Gerald Flurry. I dont recall Herbert Armstrong teaching anything about it. Update: We were told that he died of some kind of intestinal problems. This prediction is a biggie for GF, so when it fails, I hope it hits hard. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. Every picture I see when he is standing and posing for the camera shows his hands positioned as this. The Trumpet Daily radio show hosted by the executive editor of The Philadelphia Trumpet Stephen Flurry, speaking on a range of topics including politics, principles of living and bible prophecy. D. As Gerald Flurry slowly slips into declining mental ability, it is hoped that Stephen Flurry (now the heir apparent) will relax the draconian rules put in place by his father. Both SF and GF at this time of year do nothing but focus on members sins. Activities - how the charity spends its money The charity seeks to advance the Christian religion by proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ according to the Bible mainly through:- 1) Broadcasting and distributing Christian messages 2) Producing and distributing literature 3) Holding local church meetings and assemblies 4) Ordaining and granting credentials or licences to preach to such . J. Hes coming up with anything he can to keep perpetuating this myth. I noticed right off how depressing and full of dread they were. ! [name withheld]. [4] Flurry then immediately founded his own organization, the Philadelphia Church of God. We could not find out the details of his death. [name withheld], I left PCG several years ago and was so glad to find your site. PCG Article is Attempt to Win Over People: Heres another article posted by PCG (Should You Join a Church?) Former PCG member. Comment: An analysis of this letter has been turned into an article: Comment: One of the things Locher said in this sermonette was: Please, please, (This is an excellent message by the late J. Vernon McGee.). The only place mentioned in Scripture where any translation will occur, is when, at the return of Jesus Christ, the first fruits will be translated from a physical body to a spiritual body and rise to meet Christ in the air. "[88] that he sits on a new throne and stone. [name withheld], Brian Davis remarried nine months after the death of his 2nd wife Suzanne Hessong Davis who passed away on December 3, 2019. Shows how the church is not spiritual Israel) (also covers Galatians 6:16) [offsite article]. But being able to be with my mom the last 3 mos of her life was wonderful. January 16When Something Significant Happened: There are PCG members who feel something very significant will happen around January 16 (HWAs date of death). The Stone of Scone [Stone of Destiny] has been replaced by the stone of Oregon and HWAs prayer rock is now the Throne of David? [103], Amid the Coronavirus pandemic, British newspaper Express noted that religious fundamentalists such as the PCG have flooded social media with prophecies out of the Book of Revelation. [169] With a stated mission to showcase Israel's biblical archaeology to the world, AIBA sponsors and participates in archaeological excavations in the City of David and on the Ophel. They were told they have 17 months of payments remaining and if we continue to pay at our current rate we will pay off the plane one year ahead of schedule. Members were told, Please dont let down. Once the plane is paid well hopefully be able to help fund the Dig. When is this going to happen and any information. I wouldnt be too quick (like mainstream media has been) to come to that conclusion. Are you qualified to teach others? Philadelphia Church of God, based in Edmond, Oklahoma Restored Church of God, based in Wadsworth, Ohio United Church of God, based in Milford, Ohio Church of God, a Worldwide Association, separated from United Church of God in 2010. ], He told how the emphasis is on the power of that Spirit, in overcoming that world. If things start looking more serious, then he throws in about end-time prophecies are now being fulfilled. [name withheld], I agree with the last people talking about Stephen Flurrys statements and his Loud Voice. We all know that voice he uses comes from the Armstrong Club where they try to train you to talk like they talk and all that stuff. Culpepper now has the Midwest area. PCG is constantly rehashing the same theme and it always centers around the Elijah (i. e., HWA). PCG wickedly twists words in Scripture to mean whatever they want and places WCG and PCG in the Bible when they arent even there. Its the same old con game used by HWA. [56][57][58], In 1999, the District court ruled in favor of the PCG, but was reversed later by the Ninth Circuit Court in 2000. He was saying that nonsense 20 years ago. Anonymous. Whatever the case, it looks odd. I went to school with Davids younger brother Stephen. I finally told them to take me off their mailing list and not send any more! Members Church of God International (MCGI) Official Website | MCGI.org Was anyone here ever a member of or was involved with the Philadelphia Church of God? It is billeted as an outreach program, exclusive to the teenagers of the church, with the goal of instilling church doctrines and developing unity amongst the teenage membership. What a shameless organization that could still ask their lay members for more money when they have already received $1.1 million from the U.S. government, the reason being that they are a nonprofit. Im guessing this was either a representation of, or the actual stone that Gerald Flurry is now calling the new throne. The play bill that named all the participants (no longer up) indicated that basically every youth in that production were all children of members. Mr. and Mrs. John Krueger will switch from Food Services to assisting headquarters Pastor Fred Dattolo with the large headquarters congregation. [144]. [117][54] Based on the "mystery had to be finished" reference found in Revelation 10 and the "legal language" used in Habakkuk 1, Flurry claimed that victory in court was revealed and prophesied and that Jesus Christ would make a personal appearance[118] in the middle of the court case. A good book you have listed is, When Prophecy Fails by Leon Festinger. This is the opposite of true leadership. We have only a very brief time left to watch, pray, and be busy about Gods business. LCG Members US 9th Circuit Opinions and Cases | FindLaw T. Letters From Those Impacted by Philadelphia Church of God (2020) Dont even go there! Two articles from Townhall which shows our fears were exaggerated. We have to know that truth; to think and act like God. As far as Gerald Flurry, he seems to be going off the deep end in his pursuit of success, control and money. Read: Why I Left The Mormon Church And Why Its A Cult.] A Christian evangelical couple named Stephen and Clair Phann have an institution called University of the Holy Land right in Israel. Not only do they not have the love of Jesus Christ as a previous letter said, but they do not even know how to feel or show love for Christ. He acted arrogant and unfeeling. Philadelphia Church of God, No. Home Page | Philadelphia Church of God Comment by ESN: Some splinter groups who claim they are Gods true church have put forth some kind of open letter to try and gain more members. Gerald Flurrys open letter is filled with trigger words (aka. Bible Study by Stephen Flurry on Be Not Afraid: A Friday night Bible Study (about l hr and 30 min long) was given by SF not too long after the lockdown measures were lifted and when the looting had begun. T. I still cringe when I think of those 3 1/2 hour Passover Services with Cal Culpepper glaring at you behind the pulpit. [Suzanne died 12-3-19] However, being Brian Davis wife she would have suffered in the faith and died in the faith. Armstrong didnt really make any spectacular discoveries like we have but that he paved the way for us.. Mr. The rest was quite amateurish. Philadelphia Church of God Web Sites www.pcog.org(church) Headquarters information and free literature requests. [87] He now believes that "in January 2017 that all changed, that throne is no longer in Britain". She is a widow. Good morning, people of god. I questioned in the beginning how many suicides were happening in PCG that are being covered up? (offsite article)]. B. How many had turned to drugs? The Plain Truth About Gerald Flurry and the Philadelphia Church of God Philadelphia Church of God - EzineArticles PCG Eager to Bring in the New World Order: PCG hasnt talked about the NWO (which isnt a conspiracy theory) in a long time. S. By 1987, the WCG ceased printing the book, citing "biblical discrepancies". The article Worldwide Church of God and Herbert Armstrong (up to The Empire Declines) covers much of his early history. Im sure all this keeps members focus on how the time is short.. N. Present Crisis Could Jump Start a Power Move: For those who say this is the beginning of the Tribulation and its time to flee to the place of safety, I see this as a power move that could end up enslaving the sheeple by changing society toward a different order, a global government. In January 1990 Gerald Flurry and John Amos broke away from the Worldwide Church of God and began a new church called "The Philadelphia Church of God." They have pointed out many of the drastic changes Worldwide is going through, and claims to want to return to the faith of Herbert Armstrong, whom they look upon as "Elijah." Letter Archives - Exit & Support Network [I Thessalonians 4:16-17] There are many, many other comparisons of prophets and apostles lives to prove beyond any doubt that Flurry is a sheep in wolves clothing, and not a true prophet of God. ", "Donald Trump is Going to Win This Election", "Donald Trump Will Remain America's President", "World News, Economics and Analysis Based on Bible Prophecy", "Flossing Flurry's Flaws - "Malachi's Message" or Malachi's MADNESS? The article. Flurry is just doing what HWA tried back when Teddy Kolleck was mayor of Jerusalem in the 80s. I always feel much better when I dont look at any of their garbage. Anyway, I e-mailed my resignation and asked them to cross me off of all their lists as well as magazines, etc. [145] It serves as their recruitment magazine[146][147] that is designed to look like a credible news magazine. Make this part of your thinking We must get our minds conditioned to do that!" How is the Term Israel Used in the New Testament. According to GF, Matthew 17 about the transfiguration of Christ tied right in with the arrival of an Elijah (HWA) in the end time, just before Christ returns. It would be difficult to get a real job after being a PCG minister and then leaving with few actual real world job skills. Armstrong International Cultural Foundation was established in 1996 as The Philadelphia Foundation. It means the sins of those who lived before the cross. [164], In August 2008, Flurry founded Imperial Academy, a primary and secondary school for the children of church members patterned after the WCG's Imperial Schools. Been there my whole life, got rekt, can't see the world the same anymore. "[131][54] They built their court case around its text being divinely inspired[132] and "central to their religious beliefs". ], [Like you said you were? Even after I eventually stopped going to the WCG, I was still criticized by him for not going at least to the WCG! Resources | Philadelphia Church of God Resources Learn to live the Bible way of life with dozens of books, booklets and magazines on Christian living and Bible prophecy. Christian Analysis : The Philadelphia Church of God is a non-Christian cult which, like many such cults, perverts the Bible and common Christian vocabulary to its own ends. Id like to expose GF for the liar he is. To mention one, Glenn Beck has been warning America about the danger of the radical left for decades (since about 2005 or 2006), which is longer than G.F., who, according to Macdonald, started his warnings in 2008. [148] First published in February 1990, the magazine's circulation peaked at 458,700 in 2007[149] and dropped to 262,346 by 2018[150] (of which 168,835 was sent out to waiting rooms to attract new readers[151]). [49] He assures his followers refuge during the "worst time of suffering" - the Great Tribulation[50] and claims his book, Malachi's Message, is the "ticket to a place of safety". In the gospels, when the abomination of desolation, spoken of by Daniel standing in the Holy place occurs, Christ admonishes people [those in Judea] to get out, to flee to the mountains, when Jerusalem becomes compassed with armies. What is the Mark of the Beast and how do we keep from being afraid? We must be willing to go anyplace and do anything God wants. Former disfellowshipped member of PCG [name withheld], Fudging attendance numbers has been a long standing tradition in WCG. Mr. and Mrs. Greg Nice will move from New Jersey to the Phoenix, Arizona, area. He also covered the subject in his 2019 booklet, entitled, January 16: Gods Miracle Day. The PCG sponsors media projects (including television shows and regular publications) to preach their message and attract new followers to support their organization. [33] He claims this book was delivered to him by a "mighty angel"[34][35] and is the prophesied Little Book found in Revelation 10. I remember him talking about nuclear holocaust throughout my PCG years. WE ARE LIVING THROUGH THIS FINAL WARNING RIGHT NOW! Letters From Those Impacted by Philadelphia Church of God (2022) There are many other websites mentioning it as well. Her condition obviously wasnt treated at all. I remember being told to count people who were sick and too old to attend even when they were not there. The love of Jesus Christ does not dwell in him. from the 30s and on up and there are photos of actual articles he wrote. They keep their names as members unless marked. Our article, Must we Keep the Law for Salvation? Philadelphia Church of God - Home - Facebook Comment: To read what this person submitted, go to: A Letter to Members and Survivors of Philadelphia Church of God. Gerald Flurry Throwing All Caution to the Wind / Date Setting. That is total trust in God. [No, its total trust in Gerald Flurry and not using ones own critical thinking skills. [170] Originally, Flurry planned to call this institution, Armstrong-Mazar Institute of Biblical Archaeology in honour of Herbert W. Armstrong and archaeologists Professor Benjamin Mazar and grand daughter Dr. Eilat Mazar. [15][16][17][18][19] In his book, The True History of God's True Church and it's 2000-Year War with the Great False Church, he attempts to trace his church's history back to the first century church through the Worldwide Church of God, Church of God (Seventh Day), Seventh Day Baptists, Waldensians, Petrobrusians, Paulicians and Bogomils. He claims to speak for God,[72] receiving new revelation from him[73] and even hearing his voice. Towards the beginning of GFs Ezekiel booklet he says, The United States is terribly different from how it was before he [HWA] died in 1986. Search for the words world government in our article, , (compares HWA teachings to New Age/Occultic teachings), Brian Davis Gets Big Laugh Out of ESN Site. He had served in the ministry for 34 years as a local elder, pastor, regional director and member of the Council of Elders.. Were going to be the last people standing., We are spiritual Israel! Where is the place of safety? R. A lot of the ministers and employees are children of ministers or extended family. Read: (AR#2, 1977). The Celtic concert is all about that. Dear ESN, could I please ask a couple of questions? They take words out of their articles from years ago, revise them, change them here and there, and present them as a new booklet, a new King of David (KOD), or new Trumpet program. 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