I have unfortunately encountered a neo-pagan group that really is starting to smack of a nasty hate group with some cult tendencies. The group claims to be Asatru. Most of the Asatru people I have known are pretty live and let live and don't buy into the "folkish" ideas. These "folkish"groups range from claims that each group of people should practice their own indige
Forum: Hate Groups

I think so. I have seen more people damaged horribly by religion than by drugs and alcohol. Uncertainty about life is far less destructive than what can come out of organized religion. Cults, money cons, family conflict, pushing away family & friends and bizarre anger towards society. I have seen how much damage organized religion can do over and over again. Maybe teaching people how to handl
Forum: Recovery from Destructive Cults and Groups

My parents needed to track down my sibling that is living at the Meade compound in Fl. to deal with a legal issue. I was able to Google and get address, PO box, phone numbers and annual income information through Spokeo. I wanted to mention this, it might be useful for those trying to find info on relatives not communicating. My parents had not heard from my sibling for about ten years.
Forum: Former Cult Members and Affected Families

Quotejustintime I keep hearing that brother Meade died in the VA hospital. I find that really hard to believe but I find it harder to believe that anyone would be able to find that out. They have kept this death almost secret. The lake city reporter didnt even report it . I have looked all over the internet trying to find something and first coast news is the only one that I could find. Its
Forum: Former Cult Members and Affected Families

I have a brother that has been involved with Meade since the 80's. They (he and his wife) were recruited while still in college in the Sioux Falls area. My parents have had very sporadic contact with them over the years so I know small bits of what they are up to. I was reading back through the thread and the articles on the website and it brought about a few questions. How are they getting
Forum: Former Cult Members and Affected Families