A former roommate of mine once worked a summer job at the Scientology Celebrity Center in New York, even though he wasn't a Scientologist. Even though he had access to nominal discounts on entry-level programs, he was generally just creeped out and quit after a while.
That's interesting. I'm surprised that they genuinely do employ outsiders. To what extent did he feel pressured to get more involved in the church whilst working there?
You should definitely start your own religion, though. I'm really big on encouraging folks to do this. I think it's a great hobby for young people. And potentially very lucrative.
I am too lazy to do start one myself, though. Hell, I'm too lazy even to cook dinner. I was gonna do a roast tonight, just for a laff, coz I have access to this great big kitchen and everything. But it's 10:20pm now and it's starting to seem like a stupid idea.
"To find out what Scientology® services can offer you, come into the church and take a tour, see an introductory film, or take a personality test."
Hey, free film! Beats Tight-Arse-Tuesday anyday!
Posted by: LI | Tuesday, 28 June 2005 at 10:22 PM
Some of their informational films are an absolute hoot. They can all be found online, of course. (What can't, these days?)
Posted by: teigan | Tuesday, 28 June 2005 at 10:31 PM
A former roommate of mine once worked a summer job at the Scientology Celebrity Center in New York, even though he wasn't a Scientologist. Even though he had access to nominal discounts on entry-level programs, he was generally just creeped out and quit after a while.
Posted by: Elmo Oxygen | Wednesday, 29 June 2005 at 01:11 PM
That's interesting. I'm surprised that they genuinely do employ outsiders. To what extent did he feel pressured to get more involved in the church whilst working there?
Posted by: teigan | Wednesday, 29 June 2005 at 09:23 PM
I don't think we have anything Scientology like over here. I might start up my own branch.
...to hell with it, i'm going to start my own religion. Be sure to buy ALL of the books.
Posted by: Cheshire Cat | Wednesday, 29 June 2005 at 10:08 PM
Scientology are everywhere. There is no escape.
You should definitely start your own religion, though. I'm really big on encouraging folks to do this. I think it's a great hobby for young people. And potentially very lucrative.
I am too lazy to do start one myself, though. Hell, I'm too lazy even to cook dinner. I was gonna do a roast tonight, just for a laff, coz I have access to this great big kitchen and everything. But it's 10:20pm now and it's starting to seem like a stupid idea.
Who cares about dinner? It's trivial.
If I don't get some marijuana soon, I shall die.
Did you know that? Do you care? Does anyone care?
Posted by: teigan | Wednesday, 29 June 2005 at 10:18 PM
I care, Teigs.
I'm in the same boat.
Posted by: Simon Blackmoore | Thursday, 30 June 2005 at 01:30 AM
How incredibly painful and frustrating that must be.
Posted by: teigan | Thursday, 30 June 2005 at 09:03 PM