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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Blessing cleans up nightmares
by Sam Harley October 27, 2017 Some dreams don't come true, some nightmares get worked out and never return. This is a story of how that worked in our blessing. Part I When our first child was born, it was a big moment. I had dreamed of it, prayed for it and it had...
read moreFather challenges guests with blunt talk
Sam Harley shares about bringing ministers and other guests to hear Father speak in Los Angeles.
read moreFree at last
Stephen Goldstein shares about reaching out to churches, comparing a dry Lutheran service to a spirited black congregation.
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.
