See new testimonies below: Eight new testimonies from David Stadelhofer, Hil Llanto, Maryse Gallagher, Susana Ginze, Stan Paczynski, Sam Harley and Robert Brown
“We were there” is a site dedicated to record the experiences of the first generation on the front line and attending True Parents. This site is a repository of stories and photos and is a gift to the second generation and all future generations. We encourage all brothers and sisters to share your own special stories, testimonies, or memories with the world so these treasures won’t be lost. Please send in your written, audio, or video stories and photos. In the menu above, click on Share your story page to share your testimony or email it to testimoonies@gmail.com.
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Open to whoever, but when offered Japanese, felt this was right
Jules Hack shares how he was open to anyone Father chose, but when he said who wants a Japanese wife, that this was right for him. Both his parents came to the Blessing and although his wife couldn't speak any English, his mom felt she was very...
read moreSex is great, but do it with God
Keith McCarthy tells the story of his matching. He looked around and thought, she looks nice, and her definitely not. Then when Father picked Katrin he thought, she's white, and she's...
read moreMichael Ginze addressed L.A. Church, 36th Anniversary
Michael Ginze shares how his wife was known by leaders, including Father, who asked "Why are you here?" She had been matched before, but that didn't work...
read moreWe made an introductory video for our local “We were there” chapter in Los Angeles. Several members have shared their deep experiences in the movement.
In the video are Jose Fragosa, Caroline Cecile, Robert Brown, Hil Llanto, Susana Ginze and Sam Harley.
