CO Visit

[Lori]

 

An elder in my congregation asked me if it would be okay if he and the CO stopped by next Friday for a visit.   

 

Is there anything that I should do beforehand to prepare for his visit?  

 

Should I have refreshments?      If so, what kind?  

 

 

[Wanda Hill]

Wow, that will be great, Lori!..Hope you draw comfort and strength from their visit. I think simple is the way to go, maybe cups of coffee and some cookies will be perfect. Let us know how it goes.

[Tkyoung]

That is so encouraging to hear, you will really appreciate the visit, the information will help to give you the jolt that we all need, what a wonderful privilege. 

[truce]

2 hours ago, Wanda Hill said:

Wow, that will be great, Lori!..Hope you draw comfort and strength from their visit. I think simple is the way to go, maybe cups of coffee and some cookies will be perfect. Let us know how it goes.

Or tea, or juice, or hot chocolate...

[Witness1970]

My first year in Whiteville when the CO came to the congregation, I was sick.  There was a substitute CO because the regular CO was working on disaster relief.  I was sick and my wife had put a mattress on the floor in the living room.  I was lying on the mattress in my Pajamas when an elder and the substitute CO knocked on the door.  My wife and I talked to them at the door but didn't invite them in because, with the mattress on the floor, there was nowhere to sit.

 

In 2023, I fell and injured my knee 2 weeks before the Pioneer Service School.  I contacted the new CO whom I had never met and told him my situation.  He said there would be 2 weeks of Pioneer Service School for 2 groups of pioneers.  He suggested I could attend the second week if that helped.  (That would mean that the demonstrations my wife and I had been given would have to be done by someone else.)  The doctor had told me that I had to keep my weight off the knee to allow it to heal, which made attending Pioneer Service School impossible.  My wife and I had been a Pioneering since December of 2021 and this was the first Pioneer School we were eligible to attend.  The CO said that I would be eligible to attend in 2024 since my knee problems prevented me from attending in 2023.

 

Of course, when the CO visited our congregation a couple of weeks later. he and the COBE and a couple of other brothers stopped by. This time they asked if it would be OK to visit.  Of course, it was!!

[Lori]

11 hours ago, Wanda Hill said:

Wow, that will be great, Lori!..Hope you draw comfort and strength from their visit. I think simple is the way to go, maybe cups of coffee and some cookies will be perfect. Let us know how it goes.

I don't drink coffee.   Yuck.   haha    

[Lori]

9 hours ago, truce said:

Or tea, or juice, or hot chocolate...

You think hot cocoa would be okay?  

I was thinking maybe cheesecake?  IDK.     But I guess cookies would be good too?  

[Tortuga]

13 hours ago, Lori said:

 

An elder in my congregation asked me if it would be okay if he and the CO stopped by next Friday for a visit.   

 

Is there anything that I should do beforehand to prepare for his visit?  

 

Should I have refreshments?      If so, what kind?  

 

 

They are there to visit you and any hospitality that you show them is a gift. Focus on the visit, be like Mary, not Martha.

[carlos]

50 minutes ago, Lori said:

You think hot cocoa would be okay?  

 

Even a glass of water will be ok. Don't worry about that. Just enjoy the visit, feel free to tell them everything you feel, and it will be like a hug from Jehovah.

[Pjdriver]

15 hours ago, Lori said:

 

An elder in my congregation asked me if it would be okay if he and the CO stopped by next Friday for a visit.   

 

Is there anything that I should do beforehand to prepare for his visit?  

 

Should I have refreshments?      If so, what kind?  

 

 

How to Prepare For the C.O.’s visit to your home

• Dust off the Bible and Study Books: Make sure your Bible and study books are prominently displayed and free of dust. It’s always good to look prepared for deep discussions!

• Hide the TV Remote: Tuck away that TV remote and maybe turn off the TV entirely. In fact, put it in the bedroom and lock the door.      A stack of Watchtower magazines on the coffee table would be a nice touch!

• Swap Out Questionable Reading Material: Replace any novels or magazines that might not be congregation-approved with some literature from the Kingdom Hall.

• Adjust Music Playlist: Switch your music to Kingdom songs or instrumental tracks to avoid any awkward moments with unexpected lyrics.

• Tidy Up the Home: A clean and organized home reflects well on your character, so perhaps do a quick tidy-up.

• Display Modest Attire: Ensure any visible clothing reflects the modesty encouraged in congregation meetings.

• Minimize Tech Gadgets: Conceal any gaming consoles or devices that might suggest you spend a lot of time on entertainment.

• Put Away “Worldly” Decorations: Store any decor that might be considered too flashy or worldly in a drawer for the time being.

• Review Conversation Topics: Brush up on recent Watchtower articles or Bible study topics to steer the conversation smoothly.

• Prepare Refreshments: Having some tea, coffee, or light snacks ready can be a nice touch and shows hospitality.

We wish you the best 

 

 

Edited May 13 by Pjdriver

[Tortuga]

1 minute ago, Pjdriver said:

 

How to Prepare For the C.O.’s visit to your home

• Dust off the Bible and Study Books: Make sure your Bible and study books are prominently displayed and free of dust. It’s always good to look prepared for deep discussions!

• Hide the TV Remote: Tuck away that TV remote and maybe turn off the TV entirely. In fact, put it in the bedroom and lock the door.      A stack of Watchtower magazines on the coffee table would be a nice touch!

• Swap Out Questionable Reading Material: Replace any novels or magazines that might not be congregation-approved with some literature from the Kingdom Hall.

• Adjust Music Playlist: Switch your music to Kingdom songs or instrumental tracks to avoid any awkward moments with unexpected lyrics.

• Tidy Up the Home: A clean and organized home reflects well on your character, so perhaps do a quick tidy-up.

• Display Modest Attire: Ensure any visible clothing reflects the modesty encouraged in congregation meetings.

• Minimize Tech Gadgets: Conceal any gaming consoles or devices that might suggest you spend a lot of time on entertainment.

• Put Away “Worldly” Decorations: Store any decor that might be considered too flashy or worldly in a drawer for the time being.

• Review Conversation Topics: Brush up on recent Watchtower articles or Bible study topics to steer the conversation smoothly.

• Prepare Refreshments: Having some tea, coffee, or light snacks ready can be a nice touch and shows hospitality.

We wish you the best 

 

 

Lori, he is joking.

Don't stress yourself by feeling obligated to do those things.

The brothers are your friends. Have a glass of water available for them if they ask for it and enjoy their visit.

[Mike047]

I feel sorry for Burt's wife

[truce]

3 hours ago, Lori said:

You think hot cocoa would be okay?  

I was thinking maybe cheesecake?  IDK.     But I guess cookies would be good too?  

Cheesecake and hot cocoa is fine. If no cheese cake, cookies too. But since cookies are usually the default, cheesecake would be ingenious. We understand that you just want to be a generous hostess. May Jehovah bless your efforts in this generous endeavor as you benefit from the spiritual gifts awaiting you!

 

Flowers 💐 🌹 🌸 🏵 🌼 💐 

Edited May 13 by truce

[sis little]

3 hours ago, Tortuga said:

They are there to visit you and any hospitality that you show them is a gift. Focus on the visit, be like Mary, not Martha.

Just a peanut butter sandwich will do 🫡 lol 

[Pabo]

11 hours ago, Pjdriver said:

 

How to Prepare For the C.O.’s visit to your home

• Dust off the Bible and Study Books: Make sure your Bible and study books are prominently displayed and free of dust. It’s always good to look prepared for deep discussions!

• Hide the TV Remote: Tuck away that TV remote and maybe turn off the TV entirely. In fact, put it in the bedroom and lock the door.      A stack of Watchtower magazines on the coffee table would be a nice touch!

• Swap Out Questionable Reading Material: Replace any novels or magazines that might not be congregation-approved with some literature from the Kingdom Hall.

• Adjust Music Playlist: Switch your music to Kingdom songs or instrumental tracks to avoid any awkward moments with unexpected lyrics.

• Tidy Up the Home: A clean and organized home reflects well on your character, so perhaps do a quick tidy-up.

• Display Modest Attire: Ensure any visible clothing reflects the modesty encouraged in congregation meetings.

• Minimize Tech Gadgets: Conceal any gaming consoles or devices that might suggest you spend a lot of time on entertainment.

• Put Away “Worldly” Decorations: Store any decor that might be considered too flashy or worldly in a drawer for the time being.

• Review Conversation Topics: Brush up on recent Watchtower articles or Bible study topics to steer the conversation smoothly.

• Prepare Refreshments: Having some tea, coffee, or light snacks ready can be a nice touch and shows hospitality.

We wish you the best 

 

 

 

You forgot something Burt.

 

VERY IMPORTANT!

 

 

Especially when it looks like this

 

 

Edited May 14 by Pabo

[daydream]

This is fun. Make sure you don't reek of alcohol before the CO and company arrive at your door step. It is not good to be inebriated when talking to honored quests. 😂

[Dustparticle]

19 hours ago, Pjdriver said:

 

How to Prepare For the C.O.’s visit to your home

• Dust off the Bible and Study Books: Make sure your Bible and study books are prominently displayed and free of dust. It’s always good to look prepared for deep discussions!

• Hide the TV Remote: Tuck away that TV remote and maybe turn off the TV entirely. In fact, put it in the bedroom and lock the door.      A stack of Watchtower magazines on the coffee table would be a nice touch!

• Swap Out Questionable Reading Material: Replace any novels or magazines that might not be congregation-approved with some literature from the Kingdom Hall.

• Adjust Music Playlist: Switch your music to Kingdom songs or instrumental tracks to avoid any awkward moments with unexpected lyrics.

• Tidy Up the Home: A clean and organized home reflects well on your character, so perhaps do a quick tidy-up.

• Display Modest Attire: Ensure any visible clothing reflects the modesty encouraged in congregation meetings.

• Minimize Tech Gadgets: Conceal any gaming consoles or devices that might suggest you spend a lot of time on entertainment.

• Put Away “Worldly” Decorations: Store any decor that might be considered too flashy or worldly in a drawer for the time being.

• Review Conversation Topics: Brush up on recent Watchtower articles or Bible study topics to steer the conversation smoothly.

• Prepare Refreshments: Having some tea, coffee, or light snacks ready can be a nice touch and shows hospitality.

We wish you the best 

 

 

 

 I thought this is for when Jesus comes to your house.

[Landon1285]

1 hour ago, Dustparticle said:

 

 I thought this is for when Jesus comes to your house.

What's the difference between a co and Jesus?... 

 

Jesus knows he isn't God. 😅

 

 

[Lori]

17 hours ago, Pabo said:

 

You forgot something Burt.

 

VERY IMPORTANT!

 

 

Especially when it looks like this

 

 

 

LOL!!!!!!!  I love the GIlmore Girls show  LOL    

[Lori]

On 5/13/2024 at 1:16 PM, Pjdriver said:

 

How to Prepare For the C.O.’s visit to your home

• Dust off the Bible and Study Books: Make sure your Bible and study books are prominently displayed and free of dust. It’s always good to look prepared for deep discussions!

• Hide the TV Remote: Tuck away that TV remote and maybe turn off the TV entirely. In fact, put it in the bedroom and lock the door.      A stack of Watchtower magazines on the coffee table would be a nice touch!

• Swap Out Questionable Reading Material: Replace any novels or magazines that might not be congregation-approved with some literature from the Kingdom Hall.

• Adjust Music Playlist: Switch your music to Kingdom songs or instrumental tracks to avoid any awkward moments with unexpected lyrics.

• Tidy Up the Home: A clean and organized home reflects well on your character, so perhaps do a quick tidy-up.

• Display Modest Attire: Ensure any visible clothing reflects the modesty encouraged in congregation meetings.

• Minimize Tech Gadgets: Conceal any gaming consoles or devices that might suggest you spend a lot of time on entertainment.

• Put Away “Worldly” Decorations: Store any decor that might be considered too flashy or worldly in a drawer for the time being.

• Review Conversation Topics: Brush up on recent Watchtower articles or Bible study topics to steer the conversation smoothly.

• Prepare Refreshments: Having some tea, coffee, or light snacks ready can be a nice touch and shows hospitality.

We wish you the best 

 

 

 

This is kinda true.  My 20 year old daughter lives with me and plays questionable video games on our PS4.   She's not a JW.   LOL!  I was actually thinking about putting her games away and then I thought...  "Nah.  If he asks,  I'll tell him the truth "   LOL !

[Lori]

In all seriousness though...  Should I be wearing meeting clothes or will pants and a shirt be okay? I haven't had a visit with CO since before I was baptized and that was in 1993.  

[Lori]

On 5/13/2024 at 1:19 PM, Tortuga said:

Lori, he is joking.

Don't stress yourself by feeling obligated to do those things.

The brothers are your friends. Have a glass of water available for them if they ask for it and enjoy their visit.

 

LOL.    I was thinking about cutting up some apples.  But IDK.   Maybe just water is fine?   Lol   Or water and cookies?   LOL!    I'm so indecisive.   

[Lori]

14 hours ago, daydream said:

This is fun. Make sure you don't reek of alcohol before the CO and company arrive at your door step. It is not good to be inebriated when talking to honored quests. 😂

 

What?  LOL!!!!!!  

[Pabo]

7 hours ago, Landon1285 said:

What's the difference between a co and Jesus?... 

 

Jesus knows he isn't God. 😅

 

 

 

However, many do view the CO as God.

 

He is just a travelling elder, as the following linked experience describes.

[Pjdriver]

1 hour ago, Lori said:

In all seriousness though...  Should I be wearing meeting clothes or will pants and a shirt be okay? I haven't had a visit with CO since before I was baptized and that was in 1993.  

 

They don’t expect you to dress up for a visit at home. Just don’t want to be sloppy or immodest of course as I’m sure you already know.

If it were me Id just have what I might have for any friends coming over for a visit. Coffee, tea, soda, water etc,.... snack. Just few popular options but nothing crazy.

 

If he doesn’t like it or can’t eat it....it will be another snack for you.