International Women’s Day Marathon Is a Global Celebration

Last updated on: March 13, 2025 at 4:23 pm By ScientologyBeliefs

Scientology Network is featuring extraordinary women from across the globe on an all-day marathon for International Women’s Day on March 8. First observed in 1911, International Women’s Day is a United Nations–recognized day that celebrates the achievements of women and raises awareness of women’s rights. From artists and athletes to pioneering entrepreneurs and courageous humanitarians, the marathon focuses on women who are making a difference in their communities and around the world. Women such as Giselle Lima, who promotes the teachings... Read more

Five Things You May Not Know About David Miscavige

Last updated on: October 9, 2024 at 9:55 pm By ScientologyBeliefs

Thousands of Scientologists are alive today who personally met, interacted and worked directly with the Founder of our religion, L. Ron Hubbard. Scientologists are very fortunate to still be so connected to him. While I’m not lucky enough to have personally known L. Ron Hubbard, I am lucky enough to have met the ecclesiastical leader of our religion, David Miscavige, on several occasions. Each meeting has been unique and left an extraordinary impression on me. There are a few things I think... Read more

David Miscavige—Shaking Hands With My Hero

Last updated on: July 31, 2024 at 7:11 pm By ScientologyBeliefs

David Miscavige—Shaking Hands With My Hero by Wil Seabrook was originally published on STAND (Scientologists Taking Action Against Discrimination.) I have shaken David Miscavige’s hand twice, but for someone not very familiar with Scientology, I think the first time is the most revealing. I was a young singer-songwriter living in Los Angeles. My career was going well. I had recently signed a contract with Warner Records. My music was on the radio and I was sharing the stage with bands I had... Read more

Why David Miscavige Is Listening to Harlem

Last updated on: August 3, 2024 at 6:42 am By ScientologyBeliefs

This blog was originally posted on the website of STAND (Scientologists taking action against discrimination). It was written by Caralyn Percy. Really, any relationship comes down to knowing you are heard and understood—whether it’s between mother and child, father and son, teacher and student, coach and player, mayor and city or even two nations. I still remember standing in the auditorium of our Church’s spiritual headquarters in Clearwater, Florida, over 15 years ago, right after an event we had held.... Read more

David Miscavige: A Portrait of a True Leader

Last updated on: July 31, 2024 at 3:34 pm By ScientologyBeliefs

David Miscavige: A Portrait © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved. David Miscavige is the ecclesiastical leader of the Scientology religion. For three decades, Mr. Miscavige has protected, preserved and expanded Scientology worldwide. In his position as Chairman of the Board Religious Technology Center (RTC), Mr. Miscavige bears the ultimate responsibility for maintaining the accuracy and correct application of L. Ron Hubbard’s technologies of Dianetics and Scientology. L. Ron Hubbard laid out in detail a blueprint for the future expansion of Scientology. He outlined projects he considered to be critical to that... Read more

DAVID MISCAVIGE DEDICATED A NEW CHURCH IN MEXICO

Last updated on: July 22, 2024 at 3:54 pm By ScientologyBeliefs

David Miscavige dedicated a new Church in Mexico on March 1. Thousands cheered Mr. Miscavige with a standing ovation as he stepped onto the stage in Del Valle, one of Mexico City’s oldest and most vibrant neighborhoods. “Remember, the very essence and life force of an Ideal Org is, as our Founder envisioned, ‘An activity where people came to achieve freedom and where they had confidence they would attain it,’” said Mr. Miscavige. “That is what we celebrate today. It... Read more

My Friend, David Miscavige

Last updated on: July 31, 2024 at 4:46 pm By ScientologyBeliefs

My Friend, David Miscavige was originally published on the website of STAND (Scientologists Taking Action Against Discrimination) and is republished with its permission. My Friend, David Miscavige It’s kind of difficult to express to a non-Scientologist what David Miscavige means to us. I can only try to communicate what he means to me. And while it’s tempting to compare David Miscavige’s role and significance in our Church to that of leaders of other faiths, it’s a fruitless exercise. That’s because Scientology and... Read more

David Miscavige: A Remarkable Leader

Last updated on: July 31, 2024 at 9:45 am By ScientologyBeliefs

David Miscavige: A Remarkable Leader was originally published on the website of STAND (Scientologists Taking Action Against Discrimination). An excerpt of the blog is published here. For the full blog, visit the Stand League website. David Miscavige: A Remarkable Leader “Hey, I saw your kid on TV!” The voice reached me from behind as I walked down the corridor of my Scientology Church. During the split second that elapsed between hearing the voice and turning around to see its source,... Read more

Honoring the Religion, People and Culture of Bangladesh

Last updated on: July 17, 2024 at 6:47 pm By ScientologyBeliefs

Honoring the Religion, People and Culture of Bangladesh was originally published on the Scientology Newsroom. The Church of Scientology of Los Angeles hosted a celebration of Eid al-Adha, the Festival of the Sacrifice, for the L.A. Bangladeshi community. The festival, one of two major Islamic holidays celebrated worldwide, is marked by special meals shared with family and friends. Hundreds enjoyed traditional food from stalls set up along L. Ron Hubbard Way. Booths also featured jewelry and clothing, and musicians and singers performed... Read more

DAVID MISCAVIGE IN CHICAGO TO DEDICATE A NEW CHURCH

Last updated on: September 24, 2024 at 10:40 am By ScientologyBeliefs

David Miscavige in Chicago This is the second in a series of blogs about new Scientology Churches Mr. Miscavige has dedicated. Thousands celebrated the Grand Opening of a revitalized and reborn South Loop landmark building, offering hope and help to all. Of course, the congregation was ecstatic about the occasion. But knowing Scientology ecclesiastical leader Mr. David Miscavige would dedicate the building took it to the next level. Diversity and Devotion Chicago is a rich tapestry of diverse cultures,... Read more