PRESS RELEASES
Meet a Scientologist
JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA •
Finding happiness was a struggle for Byron Yan—until he found Scientology. His profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
NORWAY •
Norwegian translations executive Trond Samstad turned a serious problem into a serious success. His profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
Scientologist Trond Samstad is intent—professionally and personally.
ISRAEL •
How cosmetologist Helga Rekanati uses Scientology to work everyday miracles. Her profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
“Yes, it works, I thought to myself, but let’s see when it stops,” Helga Rekanati says of the administrative technology she began using in her cosmetology business. “And then it never did.”
NORWAY •
Scientology helped Norwegian Scientologist Rasmus Lossius make work and family life a pleasure. His video is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
The calm, friendly atmosphere in his “Meet a Scientologist” video at www.scientology.org is characteristic of the way Rasmus C. Lossius lives his life. But before Scientology, he says he was quick-tempered and short-sighted.
CLEARWATER, FLORIDA •
Mikkel Jørck is following in the tradition of his grandfather who helped bring Scientology to Denmark and his parents who are both Scientologists. His profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
Third-generation Danish Scientologist Mikkel Jørck is raising his children with Scientology principles and raising the bar on the quality of life for his family and community.
CLEARWATER, FLORIDA •
Scientologist Matt Sharp has the self-confidence that comes from understanding how to deal with challenges in life. His profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
Matt Sharp always worked hard and played to win. But right after college he struck out over a problem he simply couldn’t handle.
“I was an able guy,” says Sharp, 27, “but life threw me this curve and it caught me unprepared.”
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.