Announcements

◼Literature offer for October: New World Translation of the Christian Greek Scriptures​—On DVD. Feature one of the Bible books on DVD. If interest is shown on the return visit, additional Bible books or the complete set may be offered. November: The Bible​—What Is Its Message?​—On DVD. December: The Greatest Man Who Ever Lived​—On DVD. If individuals say that they have children, offer Learn From the Great Teacher​—On DVD. January: What Does the Bible Really Teach?​—On DVD.

◼Groups of 20 or more planning to visit the United States branch office facilities at Brooklyn, Patterson, and Wallkill should first correspond with the Central Tour Desk at 100 Watchtower Drive, Patterson, NY 12563-9204, or at fax number (845) 306-0200. At least three weeks prior to visiting, please send information on the number coming and the dates and times for visiting each location. Lodging information may be obtained from the congregation secretary. Before your visit, please review the March 2008 Our Kingdom Ministry Question Box and the brochure Dress and Grooming for Visitors Touring Bethel.

◼ Field Service Highlights: The Turks and Caicos Islands reported a new peak of 769 Bible studies in May 2011, representing an increase of 14 percent for the past nine months. Bermuda and the United States also saw fine increases of 10 percent and 4 percent, respectively, in their Bible study activity during the same time period. What a joy to share in the spiritual harvest work!​—Luke 10:2.