Uploaded April 2025 | Updated September 2026, 4 days ago
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The vibe was definitely off at this year’s Jehovah’s Witness Memorial — and people are talking.
In this powerful breakdown from EXJW Critical Thinker, JT walks you through the subtle — and not-so-subtle — shifts that made the 2025 Memorial unlike any we’ve seen before. From the sudden flood of phone calls to disfellowshipped members, to awkward in-person moments and emotionally charged invitations, it’s clear something has changed.
What we cover:
Watchtower's response to legal pressure over shunning
New freedom to contact “removed” members… but at what cost?
PIMOs showing up just to avoid family drama
The strange shift from reverent to performative
And yes… people using the emblems like photo booth props
This isn’t just another Memorial recap — it’s a real look at how control, image, and numbers still run the show.
👇 Share your thoughts below. Did you feel the shift?
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#exjw #exjwcriticalthinker #exjwmemorial #exjwsupport
The vibe was definitely off at this year’s Jehovah’s Witness Memorial — and people are talking.
In this powerful breakdown from EXJW Critical Thinker, JT walks you through the subtle — and not-so-subtle — shifts that made the 2025 Memorial unlike any we’ve seen before. From the sudden flood of phone calls to disfellowshipped members, to awkward in-person moments and emotionally charged invitations, it’s clear something has changed.
What we cover:
Watchtower's response to legal pressure over shunning
New freedom to contact “removed” members… but at what cost?
PIMOs showing up just to avoid family drama
The strange shift from reverent to performative
And yes… people using the emblems like photo booth props
This isn’t just another Memorial recap — it’s a real look at how control, image, and numbers still run the show.
👇 Share your thoughts below. Did you feel the shift?
Join us behind the scenes on Patreon - patreon.com/exjwcriticalthinker
Check out our videos on why we left the Why We Left the Jehovah's Witnesses
youtu.be/rqYUCV4FHI4
youtu.be/bLaSB9P2MEE
Visit us on the Web at exjwcriticalthinker.com
SUBSCRIBE to us on YouTube bit.ly/2p9RTSC
Subscribe to Our Podcast: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ex-jehovahs-witnesses-critical-thinkers-critical-thought/id967813520
Follow us on:
Twitter twitter.com/ExJWsThink
Instagram instagram.com/exjwcriticalthinker
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jtladycee@gmail.com
⚖️ Legal & Fair-Use Disclaimer (EXJW Critical Thinker Standard)
Disclaimer:This material is produced by EXJW Critical Thinker™ for educational, analytical, and commentary purposes.It is based on the creators’ personal experiences as former members of the Jehovah’s Witness organization and on information publicly available through official and independent sources.EXJW Critical Thinker™ is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or authorized by the Watchtower Bible and Tract Society of New York Inc. or any related entity.
All commentary represents protected opinion under the U.S. First Amendment and Fair Use principles of the Copyright Act (17 U.S.C. § 107).The content is intended solely for education, research, and public awareness in the areas of religious studies, organizational ethics, and psychology of control.
