of the writings of the apostles and disciples of Christ, closely following the most authentic manuscript copies. The other, a Bible study aid, gives information about the major non-Christian religions of today and shows the superiority of the Bible truths. The two will prove invaluable in learning of God’s purposes. The combination, postpaid, $2.

Witnesses to Assemble in New York in International Gathering in 1953

When the congregations of Jehovah’s witnesses in Greater New York heard this good news of an 8-day assembly, they certainly expressed their joy by prolonged applause. There are thirty-seven units of Jehovah’s witnesses in New York city now and they remember with pleasure their fellow workers who came many miles to be in New York in 1950, and they also recall the wonderful time they had with representatives from all the different countries of the world. Many of the publishers here were able to house these delegates, and delightful friendships sprung up.

Jehovah’s witnesses in New York are pleased to once again be the host for this coming assembly in midsummer of 1953. (Exact dates will be announced later.) They have arranged to place special convention contribution boxes in each of the Kingdom Halls. In this way those persons who wish to make contributions toward convention expenses may thus do so. These contributions will be turned over to the Society monthly and the Society will use these funds to help bring representatives from all parts of the world to New York. The Society is very desirous of having brothers come from as many countries as possible. Some may be able to finance their own way; others may need a little assistance. We hope to aid many through these contributions from the New York units. If any other companies of Jehovah’s witnesses wish to make like contributions to the Society, we will help as many full-time representatives as we can to get to this international assembly.

Please keep this assembly before the Lord in your prayers. Talk it to your friends. Make up your mind now to attend the convention and then work to that end, by the Lord’s undeserved kindness. The New York company of Jehovah’s witnesses is happy with the prospect of again taking care of the rooming arrangements and other work necessary in connection with this great assembly and welcomes all of you, as does the Society too. All of us will work together to make your visit comfortable at Yankee Stadium in New York city, and we feel sure all attending will receive a great blessing from Jehovah through his theocratic organization.

Announcements

“BE TRANSFORMED BY MAKING YOUR MIND OVER”—Rom. 12:2, NW.

Aware of the transforming power of God’s Word of truth, Jehovah’s witnesses and their associates world-wide desire to have this power work in their behalf. It aids them to make their minds over, no longer fashioning their lives after this present system of things, but learning to know and to do the “complete will of God”. Jehovah’s witnesses want to assist others also to gain life-giving knowledge. During September they will collectively put forth a special effort to make calls on those who have obtained literature published by Jehovah’s witnesses and encourage them to start home Bible studies. To this end they will present the New World Translation of the Christian Greek Scriptures and the book What Has Religion Done for Mankind? on a contribution of only $2. The New World Translation and the companion book are of unequaled value in the field of Bible study and research, as they give in understandable present-day English the sacred secrets of God’s Word. You, too, may learn these precious truths and have a share in passing them on to others. Send your inquiries to the branch office in your country. See list on second page.

“WATCHTOWER” STUDIES

Week of September 7: The Miracle of the Transfiguration, ¶1-15.

Week of September 14: The Miracle of the Transfiguration, ¶16-19; also, Power and Presence of Our Lord Jesus Christ, ¶1-9.

Week of September 21: Power and Presence of Our Lord Jesus Christ, ¶10-28.