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Meet a Scientologist
HONG KONG, CHINA •
Scientology helped Hong Kong-based Australian photographer Craig Norris gain true spiritual wealth—a fulfilling career, ideal marriage, and personal happiness. His profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
TORONTO, CANADA •
Masonry contractor and Scientologist Guy Bowman takes pride in everything he does—whether building a structure, creating a relationship or raising a family. His profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
ANN ARBOR, MICHIGAN •
Chiropractor Darren Schmidt was certain about one thing—something had to change. His profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
Life was no fun for Darren Schmidt. And it was time for a change.
COPENHAGEN, DENMARK •
Scientology helped Rikke Jørk of Copenhagen, Denmark, become self-confident and successful as a mother and artist. Her profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
“My whole life is different now from the way it was,” says Scientologist and artist Rikke Jørk.
AUSTRALIA •
Scientologist Wade Henry’s jovial nature and love of people inspired his unique career. His profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
Wade Henry may look like an ordinary guy, but appearances can be deceiving. True, he’s up early for a quick bite to eat and off to work like the rest of us. But “work” is juggling chain saws or eating fire while riding a 12-foot unicycle.
PARIS, FRANCE •
Forced to avoid anything that might trigger panic, Nathalie Pressac was cut off from the simplest pleasures in life. By using the technology of Dianetics and Scientology she freed herself from these limitations and has never looked back. Her profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA •
Scientology brought the dancer in Maria Del Bagno back to life. Her profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
Back arched, hands poised, neck and head held just so—even the most casual observer could hardly fail to see the truth about Maria Del Bagno. But when asked, she would always emphasize, “I used to be a dancer.”
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA •
Even the busiest rides are pleasant on Kerrin Munn’s bus. His profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
“I approach life with open eyes and open arms,” says Scientologist Kerrin Munn, bus driver on one of the most hectic routes in Sydney, Australia.
VANCOUVER, CANADA •
Singer Alex Price says personal integrity kept her on track as a teen and accounts for her success in marriage and career. Her profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos available on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
“I really believe in speaking your mind and being true to yourself,” says singer Alex Price.
ITALY •
Directing an international network of translators, Daniela Fava uses what she learned in Scientology to stay calm, confident and in control. Her profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
When others get rattled, Daniela Fava keeps her cool.
AUSTRALIA •
A true citizen of the world, fashionista Churlya Wurfel—born and raised in a Chinese family in Indonesia, married to a German and living in Australia—reaches out to help countries throughout the Pacific Rim.
There is more to Churlya Wurfel than exquisite apparel and glamorous soirées.
True, she owns the Villoni Night Fashion Boutique and is famous for showcasing her new line of eveningwear on the trendiest runways Down Under. And the magnificent gowns on the Miss World Australia contestants often sport her label.
CLEARWATER, FLORIDA •
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.
ITALY •
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.
FRANCE •
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.
LA CANADA FLINTRIDGE, CALIFORNIA •
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.
NEW YORK •
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.
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA •
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.
DETROIT, MICHIGAN •
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.”
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA •
Actor Ryan Smale loves making people smile. His profile is one of 200 “Meet a Scientologist” videos on the Scientology website at www.scientology.org.
When Ryan Smale was eight, he saw an entire audience break down in hysterics at a Jim Carey movie. Right then, he decided to be an actor too.
In a video featured on the new Scientology Video Channel at www.scientology.org, Smale explains how Scientology helps him in his chosen career and in life.
DETROIT, MICHIGAN •
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.