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KENNETH W. THOMAS: NURSE AND HUMAN RIGHTS ACTIVIST

CLEARWATER, FLORIDAFRIDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2010

Dedicated to helping, Kenneth W. Thomas is a nurse, a Scientology auditor (spiritual counselor) and advocate for the rights of children and the elderly. His profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.

A registered nurse since 1977, Scientologist Kenneth W. Thomas puts people first.

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ITALIAN ARTIST IMBUES HIS WORK WITH MAGIC

ITALYTHURSDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2010

The paintings of Franco Farina span the real and the supernatural. Their otherworldly aesthetic evokes a universe where anything could happen. Farina’s profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.

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FOR COMEDIAN MEDDY ALLAF LIFE WAS NOT A LAUGHING MATTER

FRANCEWEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2010

Making it as a comedian was no joke. But Scientology helped French standup comic Meddy Allaf succeed in the business. His profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.

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PERSONALITY AND SKILL ARE THE SECRET BEHIND YOUNG HAIR DRESSER’S SUCCESS

LA CANADA FLINTRIDGE, CALIFORNIATUESDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2010

Scientologist Jasmine Quaranto won’t take “no” for an answer. Told she was “too young,” she went right ahead and opened her La Canada Flintridge, California, beauty salon. Her profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.

“The best part of being a hairdresser is making people feel good about themselves,” says Jasmine Quaranto.

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UNDER THE STREETS OF MANHATTAN: PHIL HARGROW, NEW YORK SUBWAY ENGINEER

NEW YORKMONDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2010

Scientology helped Phil Hargrow, New York City subway engineer, come to terms with his grief and help others. His profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.

If you are one of 5 million people who daily ride the New York City subway system, Scientologist Phil Hargrow may be more important to you than you know.

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MELISSA SCHILIRO, HAIRDRESSER: MAKING PEOPLE FEEL GOOD AND LOOK GREAT

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIASUNDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2010

Exuberant and full of life, Melissa Schiliro loves working at the family hairdressing salon in Sydney, Australia, where she goes out of her way to help her clients get as much out of life as she does. Her profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.

“People tell their hairdresser things they won’t even tell their friends,” says Melissa Schiliro.

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MEET A SCIENTOLOGIST—WEST BENGAL WOMAN OVERCOMES ALL ODDS

DETROIT, MICHIGANSATURDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2010

In a foreign country, unable to read or write, Kalindi Engle overcame enormous obstacles to her happiness and success. Her profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.

“Where I grew up, girls didn’t go to school,” says Kalindi Engle. “I always wanted to study, but I couldn’t learn to read and write.”

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SCIENTOLOGY GAVE CHEF DON ENGLE THE RECIPE FOR A HAPPY LIFE

DETROIT, MICHIGANTHURSDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2010

Scientology helped chef Don Engle increase his energy and improve his outlook in life. His profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.

Whether preparing a perfect sauce, dishing out 2,500 meals a day at the Detroit Athletic Club, or creating a fresh nuance to a classic pasta dish, chef Don Engle adds a pound of energy and a pinch of optimism to everything he does.

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PHOTOGRAPHER ROB GWILLIAM SEES LIFE THROUGH A BRIGHTER LENS

SOUTH AFRICAWEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2010

Traveling around the world, when Rob Gwilliam got to South Africa he found a new career, a new religion and a new life. His profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.

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MEET A SCIENTOLOGIST—UNDEFEATED WOMEN’S BASKETBALL COACH

SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIATUESDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2010

Star basketball player and scholar-athlete in high school and college, Julia Allender has translated her talent into a stellar career, winning California Community College Athletic Association Coast Conference “Coach of the Year.” 

Head coach of the undefeated women’s college basketball team, and 2010 California Community College Athletic Association Coast Conference Coach of the Year, Scientologist Julia Allender knows what it takes to win.

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BRAD SYMINGTON, KITESURFER—LIVING THE LIFE OF HIS DREAMS

CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICASUNDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2010

Scientologist Brad Symington has a dream job. Whether skimming the waves or soaring above them the kitesurfing virtuoso has transformed his passion into his profession. His profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos on the Scientology website at Scientology.org

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MEET A SCIENTOLOGIST: HEIKE VIERHEILIG OVERCOMES ANXIETY THROUGH SCIENTOLOGY

BERLIN, GERMANYSATURDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2010

Heike Vierheilig of Berlin knew something in herself sometimes prevented her own happiness and success. Through Scientology, she found and overcame her “inner enemy.” Her profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.

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MEET GREGOR GÁLL: INSPIRING A BETTER FUTURE THROUGH ART

HUNGARYFRIDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2010

Gregor Gáll’s spiritual awareness is reflected in his art. Watch his video on Scientology.org, one in a series of over 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos in which Scientologists talk about the application of Scientology to their lives.

In a video featured on the new Scientology Video Channel at Scientology.org, Hungarian sculptor Gregor Gáll speaks of Scientology as an essential part of life.

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MEET A SCIENTOLOGIST—ADRIENNE BURTON: LIFE IS AN ADVENTURE

CLEARWATER, FLORIDATHURSDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2010

Adrienne Burton talks about the promise life holds, thanks to what she’s learned in Scientology. Her profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.Scientology.org.

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DAVID WAGNER: COMMUNICATION RELIEVES STRESS IN DENTISTRY

CLEARWATER, FLORIDAWEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2010

David Wagner, DDS, uses communication skill gained through Scientology to turn the “dreaded” dental visit into a pleasant experience for his patients. His profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.

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AARON KYRO, SKATEBOARDING WITH SELF-CONFIDENCE

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIATUESDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2010

Aaron Kyro makes the most difficult skateboarding moves seem easy. Greater belief in himself increased his ability in his sport. As his self-confidence and self-esteem improved through Scientology, so did his skateboarding skill. His profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org


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SCIENTOLOGY GOT FOOTBALL COACH, FERENC MESZAROS, BACK IN THE GAME

HUNGARYMONDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2010

Scientology helped football coach Ferenc Meszaros take control of his temper and his life. His profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.

In a video featured on the new Scientology Video Channel at www.scientology.org, Ferenc Meszaros tells how Scientology helped him move his life in the right direction.

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BETSY PHILLIPS: OVERCOMING GRIEF THROUGH SCIENTOLOGY

CLEARWATER, FLORIDASUNDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2010

Betsy Phillips overcame the grief of her mother’s death through Dianetics and Scientology. Her profile is one of 150 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.

In a video featured on the new Scientology Video Channel at www.scientology.org, Betsy Phillips’ happiness fills the screen. There is no vestige of the grief that consumed her for many years.

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DEREK QUINN: GIVING BACK TO OTHERS WHAT HE GAINED IN SCIENTOLOGY

SWEDENSATURDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2010

Derek Quinn has three passions—his family, his garden and helping in times of need. But that was not always the case. Watch his video on Scientology.org, one in a series of “Meet a Scientologist” videos in which Scientologists talk about the application of Scientology to their lives.

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EDUCATOR, CLARE TRAFFORD: EMPOWERING FUTURE GENERATIONS

AUSTRALIATHURSDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2010

In her “Meet a Scientologist” video, Clare Trafford shares her belief that education should empower children to accomplish their dreams. Her profile is one of 150 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.

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