And in it I saw you deny the church's policy of disconnection. * Patron with Honors, IAS Must be very satisfying. dianetics Families parted. Their first venture is an adaptation of the celebrated Australian novel The Rangers Apprentice., Haggis was born in London, Ontario, Canada and moved to California in his early 20s. Then comes another bomb: Haggis' wife cut off contact with her parents when they defected from the church. His fear was genuine and only confirmed what we were already learning about the church back then. Davis apparently drew up a press release he showed to Haggis, which eventually got canned. I'm a bit of an interloper, since I only happened upon this site accidentally via the "images of Paul Haggis" dealie. Tie them up in litigation and make it expensive for them. He's currently filming "The Next Three Days" with former Scientologist actor Jason Beghe, along with Russell Crowe and Liam Neeson. Is this Jonestown 2 in the making? *EMA Green Seal Award EMA You had allowed our name to be allied with the worst elements of the Christian Right. and less to do with "Myth of the empty tomb." You took Amy Scobee's most intimate admissions about her sexual life and passed them onto the press and then smeared them all over the pages your newsletter! You misunderstand the context of this passage in the Bible. I find that scientologists are VERY ignorant about other religions and condemn other religions without knowing any facts. Mike Rinder could certainly spin a lot more convincingly. crime I joined the Church of Scientology thirty-five years ago. The fact that the Mormon Church drew all the fire, that no one noticed, doesnt matter. mithoff ", "And so, after writing this letter, I am fully aware that some of my friends may choose to no longer associate with me, or in some cases work with me," Haggis goes on later in his letter. "That's how all this started. Fully developing his invented narrative, Haggis wrote a letter of resignation to the Church in 2009 that was then leaked to press, generating a media storm. Some walk, some fly. And you could laugh at the question as if it was a joke? You should not assume your own religion is the ONLY and BEST one in the world that leads to spiritual growth. Although it caused her terrible personal pain, my wife broke off all contact with them. Fully developing his invented narrative, Haggis wrote a letter of resignation to the Church in 2009 that was then leaked to press, generating a media storm. He tore apart international management. And that is when I read the recent articles in the St. Petersburg Times. family How can they legally split up families - separate parents from children - if one or both parents do not agree to it?? torture "I can't . ", " After writing this letter, I am fully aware that some of my friends may choose to no longer associate with me, or in some cases work with me. Oscar-winning filmmaker Paul Haggis testified on Wednesday in a civil rape lawsuit that his letter of resignation from the Church of Scientology helped motivate fellow celebrity and member Leah Remini to leave the religion as well. ". While I have not been an active member for many years, I found much of what I learned to be very helpful, and I still apply it in my daily life. Even that, you decided not to publish. In the late '70s, Scientology's Portland office chose to exploit a classmate of mine from Lincoln High. June 22, 2022 2:32 PM PT. During my twenties and early thirties I studied and received a great deal of counseling. You inspire me, and I support you 100 percent. Our core beliefs are family and love for others even those who disagree. Thats the kind of integrity I thought we had, but obviously the standard in this church is far lower the public relations representative can reveal secrets to the press if the management feels justified. Paul Haggis. public The fact that most scientologists working in the org are recruited right out of high school is the problem. "Unlike the rest of my former friends, she expressed real sadness that I was . For a year and a half, despite her protestations, my wife did not speak to her parents and they had limited access to their grandchild. Power corrupts, even in a kindergarten class room (ever talk to a preschool teacher?) I feel the need to defend Mr. Haggis. "I refused to do so. Doing good works, from a Christian perspective, is to be done anonymously, according to the Bible - with no fan fare, no pats on the back.. nothing. Some stop by and smell the roses. Now if all "religious" people (Christian, Muslim, etc, etc) could just take the leap of knowledge ([. miscaviges On the other hand, if someone's definition of "goodness" is NOT cast in stone, then the religious sources offer answers that might be useful to a seeker. The entire letter toof all peoplecreepy Church. Davis told Haggis that "heads would roll" over this about ten months ago. No action was forthcoming. I hereby resign my membership in the Church of Scientology.". So: this ought to be interesting to watch play out, no? These accusations were made by top international executives who had devoted most of their lives to the church. I hereby resign my membership in the Church of Scientology. Another name Hollywood name, who was with Scientology for 35 years, is Paul Haggis, a screenwriter, director, and producer. "Scientology has been taken over by a self-appointed dictator, David Miscavige, who has turned the Creed of the Church of Scientology, the Code of a Scientologist, and the Credo of a True Group Member on their heads and instituted the virtual practice of Reverse (Black) Dianetics" Learn More iscientology.orgScientology Reviews Free and Able The Truth RundownMike Rinder's Blog Friends of L. Ron Hubbard SaveScientology.com RediscoverScientology.com Karen de la Carriere Spiritual Freedom Zone A Guide for the DisillusionedGerman Independents SuperPower fraud. Haggis, also a former church member and now prominent critic of Scientology, has been accused by four women of sexual misconduct and assault. Please don't make blanket statements about groups you don't know and good luck in your journey through life. Perhaps Mr. Haggis would do well to remember that those of us on the "Christian right" have been fighting for his and many other $cientologists' rights in outing the cult, and that many of us are proud gay rights supporters. Paul Haggis is a screenwriter who pretended to be a Scientologist so that he could gain publicity for "leaving" the religion in 2009. I am intrigued by your suggestion of "doing away with ALL religion" especially from one self-described as "kind, generous, and concerned for people I don't even know". The churchs refusal to denounce the actions of these bigots, hypocrites and homophobes is cowardly. sociopath And theyve never molested children either I suppose; tithing used to be more than just a suggestion "(Christians) use confessionals to extort money." Haggis' publicist, Ziggy Kozlowski, confirmed to ABCNews.com today that the letter posted on scientology-cult.com Friday was indeed written by the director in August. The root problem is the concept of religion itself. I am amazed that the reason given by Mr. Haggis for leaving Church of Scientology of San Diego ia due to "their public sponsorship of Proposition 8" which advocates that "only marriage between a man and a woman is valid or recognized in California". donations * Board Member, Office of The Americas It was a year ago. Paul Edward Haggis, writer, director, producer (born 10 Mar 1953 in London, Ontario). I find it amazing how a person will talk about 'tolerance' and then talk down other groups from 'other religions'. I refuse to consent.". Oscar winning director/writer Paul Haggis defended Remini in an open letter published in The Hollywood Reporter. * Member, President's Council, Defenders of Wildlife Seriously, this doesn't help your credibility when you try to smear with lies that are easily disproved. Holy Xenu! Ps. Perhaps if you had done a little more research on me, the churchs senior management wouldnt have dismissed those concerns quite so cavalierly. Most recently, Haggis and his partner Michael Nozik formed Hwy 61 Films, based at United Artists. Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you're on the go. An opportunist who describes himself as a "bullying selfish prick" and who cheated on his former wife with dozens of women, Haggis was sued for rape in December of 2017 and arrested for . You might recall that my wife was ordered to disconnect from her parents because of something absolutely trivial they supposedly did twenty-five years ago when they resigned from the church. Their public sponsorship of Proposition 8, a hate-filled legislation that succeeded in taking away the civil rights of gay and lesbian citizens of California rights that were granted them by the Supreme Court of our state shames us. Say what you will about them now, these were staunch defenders of the church, including Mike Rinder, the church's official spokesman for 20 years! L-Ron and the COM have had ownership of some "tech" that also look like a good alternative to the thinking of today. *Image Award NAACP The director's former publicist, Haleigh Breest, said he raped her in December 2013, which led to a $9 million lawsuit against the "Crash" director. Vera, Just use the search function on the home page. To see these great human beings so misguided - especially about other faiths (Christian "Protestant", Catholic, etc) - what they are taught breeds hate, distrust all the things the CoS supposedly abhors. You can read what I had to say about this back in January 2018 Concerning Paul Haggis. He became hostile, suspicious, depressed. You're all lemmings. I just read that Paul Haggis is writing a book that outs this evil mess - the COS!! But I know how easy it was for me to defend our organization and dismiss our critics, without ever truly looking at what was being said; I did it for thirty-five years. I can think of no other word. Screenwriter . marty * Fundraiser, PAVA Aid and Human Rights in Guatemala. This is why I'm not affiliated with any religion, which is my personal decision. You might recall that my wife was ordered to disconnect from her parents because of something absolutely trivial they supposedly did twenty-five years ago when they resigned from the church. * Member, Citizens Commission on Human Rights Frankly, I had to look no further than your refusal to denounce the church's anti-gay stance, and the indefensible actions, and inactions, of those who condone this behavior within the organization. His letter . Correct, however, protestants do not have confessionals. crimes Kozlowski added that it was "intended as a private correspondence between [Haggis] and Tom Davis" and that he has no idea how it was leaked. Haggis says the encounter with Breest was consensual and his lawyers have tried to pin the allegation on a Scientology plot to discredit him. how did he fall for this b.s. I saw the organization with all its warts, growing pains and problems as an underdog. After two years of this rank exploitation, he jumped off the Steel Bridge and drowned in the Willamette. abuse Oscar-winning filmmaker Paul Haggis testified on Wednesday in a civil rape lawsuit that his letter of resignation from the Church of Scientology helped motivate fellow celebrity and member. Good on you Paul Haggis! Over time, I think you will find a new sense of strength and solidity for having taken such a strong and public stand on your moral convictions, and for having stayed true to yourself. scientologist This was my state of mind when I was online doing research and chanced upon an interview clip with you on CNN. People are so attached to their money it would have never lasted this long. I am only ashamed that I waited this many months to act. Why waste time on that, don't you have more important things to do? But given how many former top-level executives have said these things are true, it is hard to believe it is all lies. As Rathbun tells it: So he [Haggis] says, By October, Marty Rathbun got a hold of the letter. Well, I actually have an email of 23 August, two months earlier, where Im already talking with Paul Haggis.Not only do I have the letter, but Im getting detailed meticulous instructions about how to present it deceptively to media contacts that Ive established.Paul Haggis consulted with me every step of the way, on how he should position this and how he should do this.. Paul Haggis established himself over twenty years with an extensive career in television, before his big break into features arrived when he became the first screenwriter to garner two Best Film Academy Awards back-to-back for his scripts: "Million Dollar Baby" (2004) directed by Clint Eastwood, and "Crash" (2005) which Paul directed himself. Marty hopes that the author of the letter will understand that by publishing the letter we mean no disrespect. Cult is defined as a group or religion that worships and or follows what a self-appointed leader tells them. I think the other reasons Mr Haggis gives make more sense as to why one would leave any church or organization. for 34 years. Haggis, who is best known for his work on Crash, Million Dollar Baby, and Casino Royale, began his time with Scientology before he was in Hollywood, but had a very public resignation in 2009. hiding And that is when I read the recent articles in the St. Petersburg Times. Sign up for notifications from Insider! Also, indulgences are a grey area and very, very often misinterpreted. I would dearly love to be honest with everyone concerned, but I can't. The Catholic church is GROWING. I recall being sent to the priest every time I expressed an independent thought. We do not "disconnect" from family or friends who are gay. I wondered how the church could, in good conscience, through the action of a few and then the inaction of its leadership, support a bill that strips a group of its civil rights. The Catholic church is consistent, and failures in society do not change truth. Scientology's Danny Masterson DOES NOT GET ACQUITTED. As we can see, the business of Scientology is now beginning to fail but the GATES OF HELL will NOT prevail against the One, Holy, Catholic and Apostolic Church, although I admit evil has attempted, it will NEVER overpower the Blood of Christ. Two of Haggis' four children are gay. Paul Haggis testified his resignation letter from Scientology helped Leah Remini leave the church. Congrats. In his letter, he never makes the generalization that all Christians are bigotted or homophobes. Mon 26 Oct 2009 12.29 EDT. Haggis' legal team alleges the Church of Scientology, which he left, is behind the claim. I am still a church member because I am afraid to leave because of the disconnect policy and my family members who are active in the church. From rape accusations to his invented narrative of leaving the Church. I wish I could tell you that they rang true. The Hired guns of Scientology Academic and "experts" paid good money to puff and influence, Scientology trial ~ The 5 crucial points of Danny Mastersons court case, Tom Cruise Complicit In Scientologist Abuse, Scientology is approaching critical mass, 2 criminal cases, 3 civil law suits, all next month, Taking on Scientology in the law courts - with Karen De La Carriere, Scientology poster Boy Tom Cruise and strangest SCN CULT BROMANCE, Miscavige and Cruise - part 2/2, Tom Cruise BILLION DOLLAR shill for the Scientology cult: Look at ME ME ME, The tyrant L. Ron Hubbard & his Sea Organization slaves - with Karen De La Carriere, Valeska Paris, Freewinds "Cruise ship" prisoner for 12 years TRAFFICKING law suit against the CULT, Ron Miscavige and Karen discuss the Scientology misuse of POWER. I have to believe that if they knew what I now know, they too would be horrified. Paul Haggis renounces, secret-spills on Scientology In an email to Showbiz 411 published Sunday, the Oscar winner confirmed that he met Boniadi three years ago while he was looking. "I joined the Church of Scientology 35 years ago," Haggis writes. We're for civil rights for all people. We, as a planet, would all do better if we eliminated these groups of intolerance and hatred. He registered his distaste for the church's stances on homosexuality via phone calls and letters. I noticed. And then another: Haggis cites the aforementioned reporting by the St. Petersburg Times, which including some of Scientology's most high-profile defectors in its history, as accurate and astonishing, considering the level of the defectors. Director Paul Haggis has already been the worst kind of publicity for the Church of Scientology, penning this letter in August 2009 in which he resigned from the group over its support of . While I have not been an active member for many years, I found much of what I learned to be very helpful, and I still apply it in my daily life. His resignation letter has been widely circulated. "Meet the abusive individual who turned Scientology into a cult, doesn't practice the religion himself, has refused auditing for 19 years, won't even do a course in Scientology. I told you I could not, in good conscience, be a member of an organization where gay-bashing was tolerated. - Now, if he could write a screenplay for it also, perhaps starring Tom Cruise and John Travolta - that's a movie I would pay big money to see! - supporting peace and justice initiatives around the world Paul Haggis Resigns from Church of Scientology www May 5th, 2018 - Prob with religion are the people to much power given to few . I was shocked. for whatever the reason. Haggis is currently standing trial in a civil lawsuit concerning a rape allegation. scientologists Please reread the letter. Haggis said he wrote the letter so the world at large would know he had left the religion and so that others wouldn't be recruited to join Scientology based on his involvement. His assertion that Christians are bigoted, hateful homophobes, is well BIGOTED. 1:26. I will argue that there is a distinct difference between "Christian belief system" and "religion". He said they would catch him and drag him back. I refused to do so. abortions Haggis directorial follow-up to Crash was In the Valley of Elah which he wrote, directed, and produced, for Warner Independent Pictures. I've never been good at following orders, especially when I find them morally reprehensible. From hair trends to relationship advice, our daily newsletter has everything you need to sound like a person whos on TikTok, even if you arent. miscavige financial *Prism Award Entertainment Industries Council "The church of scientology in San Diego was put on a Web site supporting Proposition 8 falsely and I had our name taken off of it," Davis said. We all know this policy exists. As for the issue of homosexuality - yes, the Bible states that it is forbidden. spouse In response to Oh, really. I knew Jim Jones, and he also practiced disconnection, confessions, sleep dep, and physical abuse to defend his liturgy. Academy Award winning screenwriter Paul Haggis has penned an opus of a different kind: an open letter supporting actress Leah Remini's decision to break with the Church of Scientology. ", "That's not true. cult The Church of Scientology lost one of its most high-profile members when the Hollywood film-maker Paul Haggis quit the organisation in protest at its stance on same-sex . There will always be divisions over policy, but the human rights violations he mentions are real, and they simply must stop. rinder Screenwriter Paul Haggis is a living lie. By The Associated Press. "You had allowed our name to be allied with the worst elements of the Christian Right. Oct. 26 2009, Published 3:30 p.m. Say what you will about them now, these were staunch defenders of the church, including Mike Rinder, the churchs official spokesman for 20 years! Search for "sleep deprivation" and you'll see numerous articles on the subject. terror Names like Tom Cruise and John Travolta have long been attached to Hollywood's connection with Scientology. For over two decades he has written, directed and produced television shows such as thirtysomething and The Tracey Ullman Show, and also developed credits as a pup writer on many Norman Lear sitcoms. Very quickly, this gentle trusting young man's whole demeanor took a turn for the worse. Prior to Leah Remini's break from Scientology this summer, Paul Haggis was arguably the most high-profile and outspoken celeb to resign from the organization. SCARY - very scary! Dennis igou says >>>we know the xtians (Christians) use confessionals to extort money. And I felt sick. The interview lasted maybe ten minutes it was just you and the newscaster. Just because marriage is defined in the way it's been used historically does not mean that gay couples can't live together or be connected in some other fashion like a civil union. The film, which starred Tommy Lee Jones, Charlize Theron and Susan Sarandon, was a suspense drama of a fathers search for his missing son, who is reported AWOL after returning from Iraq. We don't know anybody by that name." Tommy, if only a fraction of these accusations are true, we are talking about serious, indefensible human and civil rights violations. Haggis, whose 2005 film Crash won two Oscars, said that he could no longer remain part "of an organisation where gay-bashing was tolerated". . He also helped pen Casino Royale, which garnered considerable acclaim for reinvigorating the James Bond spy franchise and has written the screenplay for the next Bond production Quantum of Solace.. ", "But I reached a point several weeks ago where I no longer knew what to think," he continues. *Peace & Justice Award Office of the Americas, presented by Daniel Ellsberg She ran the entire celebrity center network, and was a loyal senior executive of the church for what, 20 years? If your definition of "good for the sake of being good" comes from your own personal definitions, then you have a workable, rock-solid, personal approach to goodness. Haggis was deathly afraid Rathbun might reveal the truth to Wright and expose the crusading image as a farce, as Rathbun notes in recalling their conversation: He [Haggis] said Look, for the sake of my image with my daughters, can you please avoid telling Larry Wright that you were the personthat you prompted me?. Well, luckily I have never held myself up to be anyone's role model. Probe the depths or write your own honest reviews. "for bringing honor and dignity to writers everywhere" "The church's refusal to denounce the action of these bigots, hypocrites and homophobes is cowardly," Haggis wrote. This is really very arrogant of scientologists to think this way. That's just more BS persecution coming from those who wish to tear down the Catholic church. Representatives for Remini did not immediately return Insider's request for comment. When compassion is your only passion, only then are you free. The contrast between the dignified and eloquent Mr Haggis and the screeching hysterical lying of Tommy could not be more pronounced. The resignation letter to help you paul haggis letter of resignation letter. * Fundraiser, El Rescate Human Rights for El Salvador I wish I could tell you that they rang true. I refuse to consent. It sounds like a place that takes advantage of its members and doesn't allow for any disagreement. In his resignation letter, Haggis said, "We all know this policy exists." Haggis reminded Davis that a few years earlier his wife had been ordered to disconnect from her parents, "because. *Humanitas Prize (2) Humanitas And I have always had a thing for underdogs. But they didnt. Paul Haggis. At some point it became evident that you did not value my concerns about the church's tacit support of an amendment that violated the civil rights of so many of our citizens. Be creative, come up with a different type of union that provides the same rights for gay couples. On September 2, Oscar-winning filmmaker and former Scientologist Paul Haggis wrote an e-mail to Showbiz 411 confirming the auditing took place. And so, after writing this letter, I am fully aware that some of my friends may choose to no longer associate with me, or in some cases work with me. The point is this is a huge blow to David Miscavige, at least he's still got Tom Cruise fooled. *Ethel Levitt Award for Humanitarian Service Levitt & Quinn They left me dumbstruck and horrified. Haggis views the church's actions as "cowardly," and thus, after thirty-five years of membership, is resigning. "The church doesn't tell people who they should and shouldn't be connected with. a few years ago, briefly after my family found out I was gay, my dad, twin brother, 2 sisters, uncle and aunt all in SCN totally disconnected from me, my mom after that started questioning SCN and decided to keep in touch with me. Correction: November 2, 2022 A previous version of this story inaccurately referred to the reason Paul Haggis left the Church of Scientology. Tellingly, in response, on June 16, 2017, Haggis confirmed Rathbuns account in a message to a blogger, admitting he asked Rathbun to preserve the lie for Wrights article by withholding this critical information from him. You said straight-out there was no such policy, that it did not exist. The nuns distorted Church history and never taught the Church's abuses. It can only do good--that is the sort of person you appear to me. 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