PRESS RELEASES
UNITED KINGDOM •
An atypical geek, Mark Wood repairs tempers while he troubleshoots computers. His video is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
Scientologist Mark Wood manages tempers as effortlessly as he manages a company’s IT needs.
A child genius who read newspapers by the time he was five and spent his childhood devouring books, his search to unravel confusions about life led him to Scientology in 1984.
PHILIPPINES •
A Filipino businessman powers up his life with Dianetics and Scientology. His video is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
The day he found Dianetics: The Modern Science of Mental Health at a local bookstore was a turning point for businessman Nicanor Catimbang.
ITALY •
A successful real estate agent, Gaetano Cerchiara’s passion is human rights. His video is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
Gaetano Cerchiara had it made—or so it seemed. He appeared to be happy, with a good job and financial security. But he knew something was missing.
NEW ZEALAND •
Scientology helped Paula McKenzie overcome anxiety, become the kind of daughter and mother she always wanted to be and create her ideal relationship. Her profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
RICHMOND, BC/CANADA •
The paintings of Pamela Holl Hunt are an expression of love. Her video profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
The exuberant canvases of abstract expressionist Pamela Holl Hunt are a key to her personality.
KINGSGROVE, NSW/AUSTRALIA •
Sailmaker and Scientologist Leonard Collins is an energetic, fun-loving Australian. He would probably admit, at age 32, to having grown up, but will never agree to growing old. His video profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
HAMAMATSU, JAPAN •
Mayuko Ikeda loves to help—her husband, her son, her business, and her Church. Her video profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
Mayuko Ikeda watched her mother change before her eyes. She had always been a hardworking woman, but suddenly she was so much more energetic, happy and alive.
“What did you do?” she asked her. “Scientology” was her mother’s reply.
NEW YORK •
John Oliver was heading for disaster at a mad rate. Substance abuse and drug addiction were destroying his life. Scientology helped him turn his life around. His video profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
NORTH VANCOUVER, BC/CANADA •
Scientologist and painter Ross Munro of North Vancouver, British Columbia, is an artist to be reckoned with. But perhaps his greatest work of art is the life he creates for himself and others. His profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA •
Scientologist Kirk Youngman chose dentistry as a way to help others. Scientology has helped him broaden his sense of responsibility. His video profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
CLEARWATER, FLORIDA •
Scientologist Sandra Calkins gained invaluable experience as a personal assistant. Her profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
In her video at www.scientology.org, Sandra Calkins’ infectious smile lights up the screen while her values and self-determined confidence give insight into her success as a nanny and personal assistant.
ONTARIO, CANADA •
Second-generation veterinarian Donald Bissonnette loves his four-legged patients and goes out of his way to make them feel at home in his office. Scientology has helped him learn patience and bolstered his personal integrity. His video profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
CLEARWATER, FLORIDA •
Meet Lynn Posyton—born in New Jersey, living in Clearwater, Florida, married for 22 years and proud mother of four. Her video profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
In her “Meet a Scientologist” video at www.scientology.org, Lynn Posyton tells the secret of how she raised four children and got each of them through their teenage years in style.
ST. PETERSBURG, FLORIDA •
Jeff Jenner was focused on success in his career, but he felt there was something missing in his life. And there was. His profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
When he was 16, Jeff Jenner’s parents did something that changed his life.
GERMANY •
Before he studied Scientology, Heribert Nonnen would never have predicted he would be helping other people—it was far too difficult to even help himself. His profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
When Heribert Nonnen completed his education with a graduate degree in engineering, it would have been hard to find a more introverted, isolated or lonely man. Or so he says.
COPENHAGEN, DENMARK •
Scientologist and Dianetics counselor Tina Boskov of Copenhagen, Denmark, credits Scientology with the harmony of her home. Her profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
What matters most to Tina Boskov is her family. Scientology has helped her create a happy marriage and a positive environment in which to raise her son.
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA •
Scientologist and fashion show production manager Sophie Tafreshi has what it takes to succeed. Her profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
Sophie Tafreshi knows what she wants, and she is well on her way to getting it. She is launching herself on a new career.
At this time of year, media often ask how Scientologists observe the holiday season. To answer that question, the Church of Scientology International provides the following:
How do Scientologists celebrate the holiday season?
Observances of the holidays are as diverse as Scientologists are.
Because the Scientology religion is practiced in 165 countries and territories, Scientologists come from a wide variety of faiths and cultural traditions.
MICHIGAN •
When Ryan Rieben was growing up he knew what he wanted to be—a fireman. And that’s exactly what he has done. His profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
Nearly every boy wants to be a fireman—but only some have what it takes.
TAMPA, FLORIDA •
Nothing makes Scientologist David Tapia happier than time with his family. His profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.