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Meet a Scientologist
CLEARWATER, FLORIDA •
Melissa Wattman lives a life of miracles—those she experienced herself and those she creates in the lives of others. Her profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
Melissa Wattman was not expected to see her ninth birthday. Diagnosed with leukemia, she regained the will to live through Scientology, and recovered.
GREAT BRITAIN •
Nearly dying of alcohol and drug abuse when he was 21, Thai boxing champion Pete Dwan today helps kids lead drug-free lives. His profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
Twenty-five years ago Pete Dwan nearly died of alcohol and drug abuse. Now he is dedicated to helping kids decide to live drug-free.
CLEARWATER, FLORIDA •
Marlene Cabenda was a trusted and admired human rights lawyer and insurance executive, yet she knew something was missing—until she found Scientology. Her profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
When Marlene Cabenda sets her mind to do something, the results are remarkable.
TEL AVIV, ISRAEL •
To Scientologist Tomer Vered of Tel Aviv, Israel, nothing beats raising the spirits of an entire group through music. His profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
Tel Aviv native Tomer Vered is fluent in the universal language—music.
The Israeli’s video at www.scientology.org shows Vered “hard at work”—rocking out as a disc jockey at a local concert.
CLEARWATER, FLORIDA •
Each piece of jewelry designed by Sylvia Heneghan is an artistic expression. Her profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
The Sylvia Petra Heneghan jewelry collection features one-of-a-kind, hand-made pieces with a European touch. The artist uses natural stones, freshwater pearls and whatever else inspires her in her unique creations.
ITALY •
Fabrizio Lello is a natural—and his love of his audience and his craft light up the stage. But before Scientology, performing was a struggle. His profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
Fabrizio Lello doesn’t just sing—he shines. His contagious élan and love of life make any audience smile. But shyness made performing a burden and entertaining an ordeal—before Scientology.
LOS ANGELES •
On January 12, 2011, Meet a Scientologist Jule Rotenberg gave an interview on WQUB-FM 90.3, a NPR radio station broadcasting in Missouri, Illinois and Iowa.
DENMARK •
Whether piloting passenger jets, flying aerobatics competitions or taking part in military defense exercises on behalf of NATO, Lars Najbjerg doesn’t just participate, he excels. His video is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
When assembling model airplanes at age five, Lars Najbjerg was not just playing—he was preparing for his career.
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.
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA •
Max McFarlane, 21, owns his own music studio in Hollywood, California, and is helping his artists sign with major labels. His video profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
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.