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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Reaching the zero point

Reaching the zero point

Blessing, Sam's Weekly Thought

by Sam Harley November 25, 2017 When we were in our separation period (remember those?) I was lecturing in Washington, DC and she was touring Russian students around the States. We would see each other every three months or so, which was normal for that time. So...

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Defends Japanese sister in bar

Defends Japanese sister in bar

MFT and Fundraising

by Randall Lay Tin November 19, 2017 Night life meant going to pubs and restaurants selling flowers or whatever. At a restaurant, a guy didn’t like us and I asked why. “You’re all brainwashed on low protein diets.” I pulled out a spare chair at his table and said, “Oh...

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We 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.