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Disclaimer: The below information contains many generalisations and may not apply to any particular cult.



Where can I get more information?

Cult and Religion Information to Download

Cult Beliefs pamphlet (PDF, 15kB). DLE sized (A4 folded in thirds). The main beliefs of Christianity compared with the cults Jehovah's Witnesses, Mormons and Scientology, and the New Age Movement. Last updated 12 December 2004.

Cult Mind Control pamphlet (PDF, 98kB). DLE sized (A4 folded in thirds). Covers what mind control is, how it differs from brainwashing, the common techniques used, how to recognise it, and how to protect yourself, your church, and your community. Last updated 10 September 2006.

Gentle Wind Project: Insiders' Stories (PDF, 51kB). An article written by former members describing the cult-like activities of group. (The Gentle Wind Project denies these claims.)

Honest Questions for Honest-hearted Jehovah's Witnesses (PDF 17KB). "Dear Jehovah’s Witness, please take time right now to give some thought to these questions. The writer of this tract hopes you will seriously consider these matters, and take in accurate knowledge that can lead to eternal life."

Waterworks - Baptismal Regeneration and the New Testament (PDF, 29kB). A5 sized (A4 folded in half). The true importance of baptism, including important Bible verses for talking to cult members.

Xenu leaflet (PDF, 196kB). A5 sized (A4 folded in half). Tells the incredibly ridiculous story of Scientology's Xenu. The pamphlet is public domain so if you'd like to host it yourself go ahead.

An Overview of the Baha'i Faith (PDF, 241kB) by David L Johnson, DMin, MA. 15 pages, A4 sized.

Election Results (PDF, 69kB). A list has been compiled by the Editor of election results for the last several decades, which compares various governments with a few of the moral laws they introduced during their terms. Which is the more moral party? National or Labour?

NB. You must make sure the print option "Print to fit" or "Scale to fit" is NOT selected to be able to fold the pamphlets correctly.

New Zealand Cult Ministries

Jubilee Ministries. Publishes the excellent Unmasking series of books and also stock other great books about cults and how to witness to cult members. Based in Lower Hutt, New Zealand with branches in Australia, Canada and USA.

Cultwatch. Specialises in information on mind control and super apostles.

Other Cult Ministries and Cult-related Information Sites

MacGregor Ministries was started by Lorri MacGregor who spent 15 years as a JW. They have a large library of resources for Jehovah's Witnesses, Latter-day Saints (Mormons) and many other cults.

Quackwatch. Information on many new age (or "alternative") medical therapies.

Watchman Fellowship maintains an extensive list of all sorts of groups, from cults through to Christian denominations, and was the inspiration for the New Zealand Cult List (this site).

Apologetics Index is another list of cults and religious groups, based in the Netherlands. We note they do some things in a similar way to the New Zealand Cult List.

Apologetics Sites, etc

Chrisitian apologetics is about being able to give an answer to anyone who asks you about Christianity, why you are a Christian, etc. It's not about apologising for being a Christian.

Answers in Genesis - "Upholding the authority of the Bible from the very first verse."

The Christian Apologetics and Research Ministry (CARM). "Equipping Christians."

Defend Your Faith. "A website dedicated to equipping Christians, especially young believers in High School and College, with the solid evidence they need to stand for the Truth! Topics include: Creation, evolution, dinosaurs, Jesus, the Bible, and the Gospel, starting a Bible or Prayer Club, and Christian legal issues."

Maxim Institute. Not specifically Christian, Maxim is an independent charitable trust with the mission "through policy and public debate to promote the principles of a free, just and compassionate society." They also state "Maxim Institute is not aligned to any political party or church."

Stand to Reason. Answers questions like did God create evil?

What's the Harm? If you've ever thought that there's no harm in trying an alternative medical treatment such as homeopathy or naturopathy, take a look at this site.

To suggest other web sites that should be listed here please see the Contact page.

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