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Destination: Scientology, Brussels – Religious Freedom in the Capital of Europe

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Scientology Network's DESTINATION: SCIENTOLOGY, the weekly travelogue series that takes viewers inside Scientology Churches all around the world and discovers what makes each one unique, presents an episode featuring Brussels, Belgium.

DESTINATION: SCIENTOLOGY airs Mondays at 9 p.m. ET/PT on Scientology Network.

ABOUT DESTINATION: SCIENTOLOGY, BRUSSELS

Brussels is the home of the European Union, and therefore a 21st-century world power center. Beyond its role as de facto capital of Europe, the city is brimming with old-world charm, stunning Art Nouveau architecture and tempting chocolate and waffle shops on nearly every street corner.

Located on the city's famed Waterloo Boulevard, amid world-renowned monuments and shops, is the 88,000-square-foot Church of Scientology for the European Communities. This Destination: Scientology episode imparts to viewers the city's remarkable history and provides a glimpse of its modern-day attractions - from the Tomorrowland Festival to the biennial Flower Carpet Event, when the entire Grand-Place is covered with a breathtaking half-million flowers.

Viewers will also learn about Brussels' distinction as the center of the fight for religious freedom in Europe. In the 1990s, an anti-religious movement ignited across the continent, seeking to criminalize religious beliefs and ban certain faiths. The Church of Scientology fought a 20-year legal battle, ultimately prevailing and setting a powerful legal precedent in the fight against religious persecution throughout the European Union. In turn, today the Brussels Church is a hub of interfaith unity and a catalyst for peace.

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The Scientology Network debuted on March 12, 2018. Since launching, the Scientology Network has been viewed in over 240 countries and territories in 17 languages. Satisfying the curiosity of people about Scientology and Founder L. Ron Hubbard, the network takes viewers across six continents, spotlighting the everyday lives of Scientologists, showing the Church as a global organization, and presenting its social betterment programs that have touched the lives of millions worldwide. Scientology Network's innovative content has been recognized with more than 125 industry awards, including Tellys, Communitas and Hermes Creative Awards.

Broadcast from Scientology Media Productions, the Church's global media center in Los Angeles, the Scientology Network is available on DIRECTV Channel 320, DIRECTV STREAM, AT&T U-verse and can be streamed at Scientology.tv, on mobile apps and via the Roku, Amazon Fire and Apple TV platforms.

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Scientology Network's DESTINATION: SCIENTOLOGY, the weekly travelogue series that takes viewers inside Scientology Churches all around the world and discovers what makes each one unique, presents an episode featuring Brussels, Belgium. DESTINATION: SCIENTOLOGY airs Mondays at 9 p.m. ET/PT on Scientology Network.

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Home to the Greatest Snow on Earth, Destination: Scientology, Salt Lake City

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- Scientology Network's DESTINATION: SCIENTOLOGY, the weekly travelogue series that takes viewers inside Scientology Churches all around the world and discovers what makes each one unique, presents an episode featuring Salt Lake City, Utah on May 13, 2024.

DESTINATION: SCIENTOLOGY airs Mondays at 9 p.m. ET/PT on Scientology Network.

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Standing amidst the stunning Rocky Mountains, Salt Lake City is home to some of the best skiing in the world and a place where community bonds are cherished. The Church of Scientology works with all faiths to help build a brighter future for all Salt Lakers.

The picturesque mountain town, founded by pioneers in the 1840s in the name of religious freedom, is open to all faiths. In this episode, viewers are invited into the Church of Scientology, located just one mile from the city center on iconic South Temple Street. Beyond Salt Lake's religious significance, viewers will also quickly see how the city earned its slogan, "The Greatest Snow on Earth," and why it draws skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts from around the world. Beyond the stunning vistas and world-class ski resorts, Salt Lake City is home to the Sundance Film Festival, the largest and most prestigious independent film festival in America. The Church of Scientology helps keep the pioneering spirit of the city alive by working with a number of government and community organizations to envision and collaboratively build a better world.

The Scientology Network debuted on March 12, 2018. Since launching, the Scientology Network has been viewed in over 240 countries and territories in 17 languages. Satisfying the curiosity of people about Scientology and Founder L. Ron Hubbard, the network takes viewers across six continents, spotlighting the everyday lives of Scientologists, showing the Church as a global organization, and presenting its social betterment programs that have touched the lives of millions worldwide. The network also showcases documentaries by independent filmmakers who represent a cross section of cultures and faiths, but share a common purpose of uplifting communities. Scientology Network's innovative content has been recognized with more than 125 industry awards, including Tellys, Communitas and Hermes Creative Awards.

Broadcast from Scientology Media Productions, the Church's global media center in Los Angeles, the Scientology Network is available on DIRECTV Channel 320, DIRECTV STREAM, AT&T U-verse and can be streamed at Scientology.tv, on mobile apps and via the Roku, Amazon Fire and Apple TV platforms.

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Scientologists Celebrate What They Love Most About Melbourne on the Anniversary of the Dedication of their Ideal Scientology Church

MELBOURNE, Australia /ScoopCloud/ -- In a city obsessed with sport, what could be a better location for a Church of Scientology than the original home of the first Aussie rules football team and the site of the first game that team ever played? That is exactly where the Ideal Church of Scientology was dedicated by Scientology ecclesiastical leader Mr. David Miscavige on January 29, 2011.

Out of respect for the significance of this site to the community, the Church meticulously restored all historic elements, including its timber floors, archways, brickwork, and the graceful stairwell at the entrance of the building.

But Melbourne was also significant in the history of Scientology. In his speech at the dedication, Mr. Miscavige described how in 1959, Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard delivered a series of lectures through which "the whole panorama of human potential came into focus." These lectures marked a major breakthrough in Mr. Hubbard's research into the upper levels of Scientology and the attainment of religious freedom.

In an episode of Destination: Scientology on the Scientology Network, Melbourne Scientologists describe what they love most about their city.

In addition to being "the sports capital of the world," with some of the largest and most famous stadiums for soccer, rugby, tennis, cricket, horse racing, and one of the rounds of the Grand Prix, Melbourne is known as a center of arts and culture and is a city of great natural beauty. There are eight major gardens in Melbourne's inner city. And its beaches are renowned for their pristine sands, clear waters, and stunning coastal views.

One of the world's most diverse cities, 140 cultures live here in harmony - from Melbourne's Indigenous Australians to those who arrived in the city from England, Europe, Asia, the Indian subcontinent and Africa. Although nearly half of the city's residents speak a language other than English at home, according to a Church staff member interviewed in Destination: Scientology - Melbourne, "The best thing about Melbourne is we're all different but we all get along as a community."

Just as any city, Melbourne has its problems, says another staff member interviewed in the episode. "But we can fix them as a city. Melbourne is unique," he says. It is "a city where people look out for each other." As to the social betterment and humanitarian programs the Church supports, he points out, Melbourne is a world-class city, and if you get something going in Melbourne, "its momentum can reach across the world."

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In a city obsessed with sport, what could be a better location for a Church of Scientology than the original home of the first Aussie rules football team and the site of the first game that team ever played? That is exactly where the Ideal Church of Scientology was dedicated by Scientology ecclesiastical leader Mr. David Miscavige on January 29, 2011.

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London is a World-Class City and Scientology is a Perfect Fit

LONDON, England /ScoopCloud/ -- London is vibrant, alive, unique. It is a city where people can express themselves and be who they are. And no matter where in the world they are from or what language they speak, they are welcome. Just so, the Church of Scientology and Scientologists embrace the diversity that is the hallmark of their city, as viewers quickly learn when they watch Destination: Scientology-London on the Scientology Network.

London played a key role in the development of the Scientology religion. As early as 1952, Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard lived and worked in the city and carried out pivotal research, wrote books, and recorded lectures that stand as milestones in the development of the religion. Today, the Church carries forward L. Ron Hubbard's legacy as a hub for humanitarian activity and a welcoming harbor for Londoners of all backgrounds and walks of life, and visitors from around the world.

This month, the Church and its parishioners celebrate the anniversary of the grand opening of their historic home in the heart of the City of London. Built in 1866 as the British and Foreign Bible Society, the Church restored the stately six-story building to its Victorian splendor. And when Scientology ecclesiastical leader Mr. David Miscavige dedicated their new home in October 2006, it signaled the start of a new era for the Church.

The fast-paced half-hour episode of Destination: Scientology-London captures the spirit of one of the world's most cosmopolitan cities and gives viewers insight into how the Church not only services Scientologists in their ascent to spiritual freedom, it also serves as a home for the entire community - a meeting ground of cooperative effort to uplift people of all cultures and denominations.

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London is vibrant, alive, unique. It is a city where people can express themselves and be who they are. And no matter where in the world they are from or what language they speak, they are welcome. Just so, the Church of Scientology and Scientologists embrace the diversity that is the hallmark of their city, as viewers quickly learn when they watch Destination: Scientology-London on the Scientology Network.

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Freedom and Help Are the Watchword on Destination: Scientology, Budapest

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Destination: Scientology, the weekly travelogue series that takes viewers inside Scientology Churches around the world and discovers what makes each one unique, features the Church of Scientology Budapest, Monday, September 25, at 9 p.m. ET/PT on the Scientology Network.

Budapest is the seat of government and the cultural, financial and entertainment capital of Hungary. Historically, it is also the gateway to the West. It is also famous for its festivals, especially over the summer, and if you ask any Budapest denizen what country has the best food, the answer will be Hungary.

"We are really proud of being Hungarians," says Szusza, an executive of the Church. "Budapest is called the City of Freedom. The most rewarding part of my job is I see people getting better. They can enjoy life. It is not just problems. It can be really fun and there is real freedom they can achieve."

"When we opened this Church," says Atilla, "I wanted to personally contribute to extending the help Scientology can offer to the people of Hungary." He knew this was where anyone could come for "their own spiritual enhancement and a way to help their groups, friends and family."

"I always had questions I couldn't get the answer for," says Ferenc, a TV personality who discovered Scientology just as he was launching his career. He was hired to host what soon became a very popular cooking show, where he interviewed grandmothers throughout the country about their favorite recipes. Ferenc credits his applying what he learned from his Scientology courses for the success of his show. "When you can be happy and free, then you can write the story of your life."

The Church of Scientology Budapest was dedicated in July 2016 by Scientology ecclesiastical leader Mr. David Miscavige.

The Scientology Network debuted on March 12, 2018. Since launching, it has been viewed in over 240 countries and territories in 17 languages. Satisfying the curiosity of people about the Scientology religion and Founder L. Ron Hubbard, the network takes viewers across six continents, spotlighting the everyday lives of Scientologists, showing the Church as a global organization, and presenting its social betterment programs that have touched the lives of millions worldwide. The network also showcases documentaries by independent filmmakers who represent a cross-section of cultures and faiths, but share a common purpose of uplifting communities. Scientology Network's innovative content has been recognized with more than 125 industry awards, including Tellys, Communitas and Hermes Creative Awards.

Broadcast from Scientology Media Productions, the Church's global media center in Los Angeles, the Scientology Network is available on DIRECTV Channel 320, DIRECTV STREAM, AT&T U-verse and can be streamed at Scientology.tv, on mobile apps and via the Roku, Amazon Fire and Apple TV platforms.

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Destination: Scientology, the weekly travelogue series that takes viewers inside Scientology Churches around the world and discovers what makes each one unique, features the Church of Scientology Budapest, Monday, September 25, at 9 p.m. ET/PT on the Scientology Network.

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Scientology Kansas City, a Compassionate Presence in the Heart of America

KANSAS CITY, Mo. /ScoopCloud/ -- "Kansas City is the heart of the United States. It's the focal point, the epicenter," says Deshaun, an executive at the Church of Scientology. "With the flow of energy that comes through this city, it is one of those spots where you can go, 'You know what? This is the heart of America. I can put myself there and make a difference.'"

Kansas City is featured Monday, September 18, at 9 p.m. ET/PT on Destination: Scientology on the Scientology Network.

Kansas City Scientologists came together to find the perfect building to accommodate the growth of the congregation and allow it to expand. "When you know you have the solutions to help others," says Rob, a KC parishioner, "you just want to get it out there. As Scientologists, we all came together as a group. We wanted something special for Kansas City." They found a building in the very heart of the city's Crossroads District and decided it couldn't be a more perfect spot.

Dedicated in November 2019 by Scientology ecclesiastical leader Mr. David Miscavige, the Church was awarded the Associated Building Contractors of America Building Excellence Award for its historic renovation, aesthetics and attention to detail.

Like any other city in America, Kansas City faces tremendous challenges. In 2020, drug overdose became the leading cause of death among adults age 18 to 44 in Missouri. And the city has been plagued by violent crime.

"Our motto is to bring the community together to build a better community," says Bennette Seaman, public relations officer for the Church.

Speaking at an open house, where the Church introduced the community to the drug education initiative it supports, the Public Outreach Officer of the KC Fire Department described the impact the Church's humanitarian programs have had in the neighborhood. "We've had a pride take over and decency of interaction between neighbors, and that's all a direct reflection of the Church being here."

The Scientology Network debuted on March 12, 2018. Since launching, it has been viewed in 240 countries and territories in 17 languages. Satisfying the curiosity of people about the Scientology religion and Founder L. Ron Hubbard, the network takes viewers across six continents, spotlighting the everyday lives of Scientologists, showing the Church as a global organization, and presenting its social betterment programs that have touched the lives of millions worldwide. The network also showcases documentaries by independent filmmakers who represent a cross-section of cultures and faiths, but share a common purpose of uplifting communities.

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"Kansas City is the heart of the United States. It's the focal point, the epicenter," says Deshaun, an executive at the Church of Scientology. "With the flow of energy that comes through this city, it is one of those spots where you can go, 'You know what? This is the heart of America. I can put myself there and make a difference.'"

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A City’s Freedom-Fighting Spirit Is Alive and Well in Destination: Scientology, Budapest

BUDAPEST, Hungary /ScoopCloud/ -- Scientology Network's DESTINATION: SCIENTOLOGY - the weekly travelogue series that takes viewers inside Scientology Churches all around the world and discovers what makes each one unique - presents an episode featuring Budapest, Hungary.

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For centuries, the towns of Buda and Pest thrived on opposite sides of the enchanting Danube River. In the late 19th century, the two combined to become Budapest, a city brimming with historic architecture and one of Europe's most captivating capital cities. But beyond its beauty, Budapest stands as the "City of Freedom" in recognition of its struggle for liberty throughout history.

Not far from the banks of the Danube now stands the Church of Scientology Budapest, a symbol of spiritual freedom for Hungarians of all faiths. In this episode, viewers will meet the Church staff and local Scientologists working across the community to build a better Budapest. Along the way, they will also discover how this Scientology Church proudly carries on the freedom-fighting spirit for which the people of Budapest, and indeed all of Hungary, are famous.

The Scientology Network debuted on March 12, 2018. Since launching, the Scientology Network has been viewed in over 240 countries and territories in 17 languages. Satisfying the curiosity of people about Scientology and Founder L. Ron Hubbard, the network takes viewers across six continents, spotlighting the everyday lives of Scientologists, showing the Church as a global organization, and presenting its social betterment programs that have touched the lives of millions worldwide. The network also showcases documentaries by independent filmmakers who represent a cross-section of cultures and faiths, but share a common purpose of uplifting communities.

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Journey to a Modern Paradise in the Pacific with Destination: Scientology, Auckland

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Scientology Network's DESTINATION: SCIENTOLOGY--the weekly travelogue series that takes viewers inside Scientology Churches all around the world and discovers what makes each one unique--presents an episode featuring Auckland, New Zealand, on May 22, 2023.

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Auckland, New Zealand, is a modern metropolis on the northern New Zealand island, surrounded by spectacular natural wonders and infused with Polynesian culture. The convergence of influences from the Western world with indigenous Maori traditions has transformed this city into a world-class destination unlike anywhere else on Earth.

Scientology's roots in New Zealand extend back to 1955, when the Church of Scientology of Auckland was founded there as only the second Scientology Church in the world.

In this episode, viewers will not only visit some of the stunning landscapes that have helped this Pacific island paradise become one of the most sought-after locations for film and television productions, but they will also tour the historic Church itself.

The building is a landmark site originally established in 1844, which later served as the Trinity Methodist Theological College to train theologians who would later carry out missions throughout the Pacific Rim. And today it is where Scientologists are working to keep this diverse and unique island culture thriving well into the future.

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Scientology Network's DESTINATION: SCIENTOLOGY--the weekly travelogue series that takes viewers inside Scientology Churches all around the world and discovers what makes each one unique--presents an episode featuring Auckland, New Zealand, on May 22, 2023.

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Taiwan Scientologists Celebrate the New Year With a Wish for a Brighter Future for All

KAOHSIUNG, Taiwan /ScoopCloud/ -- The Church of Scientology of Kaohsiung embarks on the Year of the Rabbit with the wish that the year brings happiness, prosperity, good fortune and peace to all. They work to accomplish this wish, as they have since the Church's dedication by Scientology ecclesiastical leader Mr. David Miscavige in December 2013, by seeing to the spiritual growth of their parishioners, honoring Taiwan's culture, and addressing social issues that impact the lives of the Taiwanese.

In an episode of "Destination: Scientology" on the Scientology Network, staff and members of the congregation share their love of the traditions of their country and its values and goals.

"Chinese New Year is a time when all family members come together to wish each other good luck," says one of the staff interviewed in the documentary. And 15 days later they celebrate Lantern Festival, where the lanterns symbolize a new beginning with the hope for a brighter future.

The Church of Scientology of Taiwan embraces its responsibility for preserving the traditional Eastern culture for the next generation while uplifting the family and society in the true spirit of Taiwan.

Scientologists volunteer in schools in Kaohsiung and throughout the island, educating youth on the truth about drugs, raising awareness of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, and promoting values and life tools contained in The Way to Happiness, the common-sense guide to better living written by Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard.

Year after year, the Taiwan Ministry of the Interior has acknowledged the work of Taiwan Scientologists by presenting the Church with the annual Meritorious Religious Group Award.

"It's really about giving back," says a staff member. "It's really about what I can bring back to the community, what I can represent for my family. I could say it's 'the spirit of Taiwan'-- to put that magic touch in everybody's life."

Destination: Scientology is an original series airing on the Scientology Network at DIRECTV channel 320 and streaming at Scientology.tv, on mobile apps and via the Roku, Amazon Fire and Apple TV platforms. Episodes take viewers inside Scientology Churches across the globe, where they discover what makes each Church unique, the diversity of Scientology Churches, and the cooperation that weaves each into the local community fabric.

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The Church of Scientology of Kaohsiung embarks on the Year of the Rabbit with the wish that the year brings happiness, prosperity, good fortune and peace to all. In an episode of "Destination: Scientology" on the Scientology Network, staff and members of the congregation share their love of the traditions of their country and its values and goals.

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Scientology Taiwan Celebrates Ten Years of Community Partnership for a Brighter Future

KAOHSIUNG, Taiwan /ScoopCloud/ -- "Destination: Scientology--Kaohsiung" shows how the Church of Scientology Taiwan promotes the values and preserves the traditions of Eastern culture for future generations. Since its dedication by Scientology ecclesiastical leader Mr. David Miscavige in December 2013, the Church of Scientology Kaohsiung has seen to the spiritual growth of its parishioners while leading a movement to preserve Taiwan's culture and address social issues that impact the lives of the Taiwanese.

In an episode of Destination Scientology on the Scientology Network, viewers gain an insight into the values and goals of the people of Taiwan and the staff and parishioners of the Church. And they see how the Church forwards the spirit and traditions of their country.

"L. Ron Hubbard came to Asia when he was very young and he studied many other religions here," says Executive Director Dr. Chih-Yuan (Oliver) Hsueh in the episode. "So for Scientologists all over the world, Asia is very special and a key part of Scientology."

Hseuh describes how all the staff of his Church are united in the common goal: to make a safe and happy society. This is why they are so committed to the use of humanitarian programs sponsored by the Church.

Scientologists volunteer in schools in Kaoshiung and in communities throughout the island, educating youth on the truth about drugs, raising awareness of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, and promoting common-sense values and life tools contained in The Way to Happiness, the common-sense guide to better living written by humanitarian and Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard.

Year after year, the Taiwan Ministry of the Interior has acknowledged the work of Taiwan Scientologist by presenting the Church with the annual Meritorious Religious Group Award.

"It's really about giving back," says one of the staff members interviewed in the documentary. "It's really about what I can bring back to the community, what I can represent for my family. I could say it's 'the spirit of Taiwan'-to put that magic touch in everybody's life."

Destination Scientology is an original series airing on the Scientology Network at DIRECTV channel 320 and streaming at www.Scientology.tv, on mobile apps and via the Roku, Amazon Fire and Apple TV platforms. Episodes take viewers inside Scientology Churches across the globe, where they discover what makes each Church unique, the diversity of Scientology Churches, and the cooperation that weaves each into the local community fabric.

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"Destination: Scientology--Kaohsiung" shows how the Church of Scientology Taiwan promotes the values and preserves the traditions of Eastern culture for future generations. In an episode of Destination Scientology on the Scientology Network, viewers gain an insight into the values and goals of the people of Taiwan and the staff and parishioners of the Church.

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Scientology Tokyo, Where the Best of Modern Technology and Tradition Meet

TOKYO, Japan /ScoopCloud/ -- "Destination: Scientology" takes viewers to the Land of the Rising Sun, in celebration of the anniversary of the August 8, 2015, dedication of the Church of Scientology Tokyo. Tokyo is a city of contrasts. It combines reverence for ancient traditions with a love of technology in the world's most future-forward metropolis. The most populous city in the world, Tokyo is also one of the cleanest and safest. And in the heart of the Shinjuku district-just minutes from the busiest train station on Earth serving 3.6 million commuters each day-is the Church of Scientology Tokyo, where technology and spirituality intersect.

On the anniversary of the dedication of the Church of Scientology Tokyo, parishioners and staff extend an invitation to watch an episode of the original series "Destination: Scientology-Tokyo" on the Scientology Network. Learn of Tokyo's history and traditions, with visits to its treasured temples, shrines and tranquil sakura gardens. Marvel as some 3,000 pedestrians navigate their way through Shibuya Crossing simultaneously.

"One of the most important things is Japan's culture of wisdom," says Masayoshi, a staff member at the Church of Scientology Tokyo.

"That is the beauty of our Church," says Mihuki, another staff member. "Scientology means 'knowing how to know.' And it's all about knowing yourself and knowing life. So, we want to bring that wisdom to the people of Japan. We are here to empower Japanese spirit, our culture, and our people."

In dedicating the Church of Scientology Tokyo in August 2015, Scientology ecclesiastical leader Mr. David Miscavige described the city as "a place of convergence between East and West" where "the ancient harmonizes with the modern, and all is knitted together by hope. So, what better place to witness the coalescence of spirituality and technology?"

The Church of Scientology Tokyo is an Ideal Scientology Organization, configured to service Scientologists in their ascent to spiritual freedom and serve as a home for the entire community, a meeting ground of cooperative effort to uplift people of all denominations.

Destination: Scientology is an original series with each episode bringing the viewer inside a new Church of Scientology, showcasing their diversity and the cooperation that weaves every Church of Scientology into the local community fabric.

The Scientology Network debuted on March 12, 2018.

Since launching, the Scientology Network has been viewed in 240 countries and territories worldwide in 17 languages. Satisfying the curiosity of people about Scientology, the network takes viewers across six continents, spotlighting the everyday lives of Scientologists, showing the Church as a global organization, and presenting its social betterment programs that have touched the lives of millions worldwide. The network also showcases documentaries by independent filmmakers who represent a cross-section of cultures and faiths, but share a common purpose of uplifting communities.

Broadcast from Scientology Media Productions, the Church's global media center in Los Angeles, the Scientology Network is available on DIRECTV channel 320 and can be streamed at Scientology.tv, through satellite television, mobile apps and via the Roku, Amazon Fire and Apple TV platforms.

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"Destination: Scientology" takes viewers to the Land of the Rising Sun, in celebration of the anniversary of the August 8, 2015, dedication of the Church of Scientology Tokyo. Tokyo is a city of contrasts. It combines reverence for ancient traditions with a love of technology in the world's most future-forward metropolis.

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Church of Scientology Harlem Celebrates the Culture and Community of its Unique Home

HARLEM, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- In honor of the anniversary of the opening of the Church of Scientology and Community Center of Harlem, go behind the scenes with 'Destination: Scientology' an original series on the Scientology Network. Harlem has always marched to its own beat - in music, art and fashion - a beat that has reverberated around the world.

"There is nowhere else like Harlem," said Mr. David Miscavige, ecclesiastical leader of the Scientology religion, when he dedicated the new Church and community center on July 31, 2016. "Your renaissance poets, your playwrights, your painters, your authors and musicians-even a mere recitation of the names is humbling: Duke Ellington, Cab Calloway, Billie Holiday, Claude McKay and Louis Armstrong. What else need one say except 'excise Harlem from American history and everything turns lukewarm.'"

The staff and parishioners of the Church are equally passionate about Harlem and work each day to strengthen the vibrant community.

"Harlem is the capital of Black America," says Phil, a staff member at the Church. "We are brothers and sisters in Harlem. It's a very, very proud community. We have this vibe, this kind of swagger." Phil loves that "families can come, artists can come, they can get together and create a better community."

But Harlem also moves to a Latin beat says Sashianna, who describes how "growing up in Harlem is one of the best experiences you can have because you see what a real community is like. We have so much culture, we have so much art. I like to call it 'we have our own sazón'...our own type of flavor and our own seasoning to whatever we do."

In Destination Scientology: Harlem, viewers see how the Church has become a hub for this community, offering free tutoring for youngsters, performances by world-class artists, hosting an international delegation of human rights activists, and opening the Church for community activities and interfaith conferences.

The Church of Scientology Harlem is an Ideal Scientology Organization, configured to service Scientologists in their ascent to spiritual freedom and serve as a home for the entire community, a meeting ground of cooperative effort to uplift people of all denominations.

Destination: Scientology is an original series with each episode bringing the viewer inside a new Church of Scientology, showcasing their diversity and the cooperation that weaves every Church of Scientology into the local community fabric.

The Scientology Network debuted on March 12, 2018. Since launching, the Scientology Network has been viewed in 240 countries and territories worldwide in 17 languages. Satisfying the curiosity of people about Scientology, the network takes viewers across six continents, spotlighting the everyday lives of Scientologists, showing the Church as a global organization, and presenting its social betterment programs that have touched the lives of millions worldwide. The network also airs documentaries by independent filmmakers who represent a cross-section of cultures and faiths, but share a common purpose of uplifting communities.

Broadcast from Scientology Media Productions, the Church's global media center in Los Angeles, the Scientology Network is available on DIRECTV channel 320 and can be streamed at Scientology.tv, through satellite television, mobile apps and via the Roku, Amazon Fire and Apple TV platforms.

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In honor of the anniversary of the opening of the Church of Scientology and Community Center of Harlem, go behind the scenes with 'Destination: Scientology' an original series on the Scientology Network. Harlem has always marched to its own beat - in music, art and fashion - a beat that has reverberated around the world.

Related link: https://www.scientology.org/

Scientologists Salute Their People, Culture and Country on ‘Destination Scientology: Mexico City’

MEXICO CITY, Mexico /ScoopCloud/ -- Share the energy and spirit of Mexico's premier Church of Scientology as it works with the community to create an even brighter future for all. Mexico City, one of the largest metropolitan areas on Earth, combines ancient traditions, colonial influence and 21st-century cosmopolitan culture in its own unique style.

Its pre-Columbian pyramid, Templo Mayor, an ever-present reminder of the city's Aztec forebears, stands next to the Metropolitan Cathedral, whose striking architecture recalls the city's Spanish past.

And just a half mile west, 7,000 Scientologists and their guests welcomed the National Church of Scientology of Mexico as Scientology ecclesiastical leader Mr. David Miscavige dedicated the new Church on July 10, 2010.

In honor of their anniversary, the Church of Scientology extends an invitation to one and all to watch "Destination: Mexico City"-an episode of "Destination Scientology" on the Scientology Network.

"Mexicans tend to be friendly people and they like to enjoy the moment," says one of the Scientologists interviewed in the episode. "We have this phrase," says another, "'My house is your house.' It's really like that. You're part of a really big family."

In this episode, experience the energy and spirit of the city. Journey through one of the most important cultural centers in the Western Hemisphere with local Church members as your guide. And with stops at Alameda Central, the oldest public park in the Americas, and the historic city center with its iconic Angel of Independence monument, get a taste of the breathtaking beauty of this 7,000-foot-high city.

"Destination: Scientology, Mexico City" also tells the story of how, during the September 2017 earthquake, the Church of Scientology served as headquarters for emergency response, uniting volunteer rescue teams and volunteers from throughout the region, working day and night to bring help and hope to those affected by the disaster. "Everyone has this desire to help," said one Church staff member summing up the community spirit. "We all belong to the same movement to make the world a better place."

"Destination: Scientology" is an original series with each episode bringing the viewer inside a new Church of Scientology, showcasing their diversity and the cooperation that weaves every Church of Scientology into the local community fabric.

The Scientology Network debuted on March 12, 2018. Since launching, the Scientology Network has been viewed in 240 countries and territories worldwide in 17 languages. Satisfying the curiosity of people about Scientology, the network takes viewers across six continents, spotlighting the everyday lives of Scientologists, showing the Church as a global organization, and presenting its social betterment programs that have touched the lives of millions worldwide. The network also showcases documentaries by independent filmmakers who represent a cross-section of cultures and faiths, but share a common purpose of uplifting communities.

Broadcast from Scientology Media Productions, the Church's global media center in Los Angeles, the Scientology Network is available on DIRECTV channel 320 and can be streamed at Scientology.tv, through satellite television, mobile apps and via the Roku, Amazon Fire and Apple TV platforms.

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Share the energy and spirit of Mexico's premier Church of Scientology as it works with the community to create an even brighter future for all. Mexico City, one of the largest metropolitan areas on Earth, combines ancient traditions, colonial influence and 21st-century cosmopolitan culture in its own unique style.

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A Scientology Church, Proud of its Heritage, Looks to the Future

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- On the eve of the celebration of its anniversary, the Church of Scientology Pasadena shares the unique history of its Old Town home. Just off Colorado Boulevard in the Old Pasadena Historic District, the Church of Scientology opens its doors and invites those curious about Scientology to step inside through an episode of "Destination Scientology" on the Scientology Network. Learn what makes the Church so special to its members and the community at large.

In dedicating the Church in July 2010, Scientology ecclesiastical leader Mr. David Miscavige told those gathered for the celebration, "You are now part of a movement like nothing in our history. And it is gaining momentum by the day." He reminded Pasadena Scientologists that "there is indeed a lot of help we must now bring to bear. That is the pledge we make today, to the city of Pasadena."

And that is a pledge the Church has embraced and embodied ever since.

The California State Assembly and Historic Preservation Commission awarded the Church a Historic Preservation Award "for preserving the rich heritage of Pasadena" for its work in restoring its new home, the iconic structure known as the Braley Building. It was originally a bicycle emporium constructed in 1906, before the advent of the automobile, when a bicycle "highway" was built through the city to accommodate this new form of transportation.

The rise and fall of the Braley Building and its revitalization epitomize the journey of the city itself: springing up from the region's orange groves in the early days of the 20th century to become one of California's premier cities, Pasadena all but succumbed to urban blight. But the beautiful Old Town was reborn, thanks to the concerted efforts of those who were proud of its heritage, some of whom worked alongside the Church of Scientology to restore this heritage building to its former glory.

While it honors its past, Pasadena is also home to Cal Tech and its NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory, whose missions have flown to every planet and the Sun to understand our place in the universe.

The Church of Scientology likewise looks to the future with the unique spiritual technology developed by Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard that empowers people to live their best life and achieve their dreams.

Destination: Scientology is an original series with each episode bringing the viewer inside a new Church of Scientology, showcasing their diversity and the cooperation that weaves every Church of Scientology into the local community fabric.

The Scientology Network debuted on March 12, 2018. Since launching, the Scientology Network has been viewed in 240 countries and territories worldwide in 17 languages. Satisfying the curiosity of people about Scientology, the network takes viewers across six continents, spotlighting the everyday lives of Scientologists, showing the Church as a global organization, and presenting its social betterment programs that have touched the lives of millions worldwide. The network also showcases documentaries by independent filmmakers who represent a cross-section of cultures and faiths but share a common purpose of uplifting communities.

Broadcast from Scientology Media Productions, the Church's global media center in Los Angeles, the Scientology Network is available on DIRECTV channel 320 and can be streamed at Scientology.tv, through satellite television, mobile apps and via the Roku, Amazon Fire and Apple TV platforms.

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On the eve of the celebration of its anniversary, the Church of Scientology Pasadena shares the unique history of its Old Town home. Just off Colorado Boulevard in the Old Pasadena Historic District, the Church of Scientology opens its doors and invites those curious about Scientology to step inside through an episode of "Destination Scientology" on the Scientology Network.

Related link: https://www.scientology.org/

Join the Church of Scientology in a Celebration of the Magic of Copenhagen

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Church of Scientology Copenhagen is celebrating its fifth anniversary in its new home in the heart of the city. Meet staff and parishioners in an episode of "Destination: Scientology" and learn what makes their city so special and how these qualities resonate with the city's Scientologists.

Share their pride in their Viking roots and their city that dates to the 12th century. See the city's green-spired domes, its castles, Tivoli, and the statue of Hans Christian Andersen's Little Mermaid in the harbor.

Wander down one of the longest and most vibrant walking streets in Europe - filled with buskers, shops and restaurants of every description - to the beautifully restored historic landmark in the very heart of the city that is home to the Church of Scientology.

"Destination: Scientology - Copenhagen" on the Scientology Network takes you inside this unique Scientology Church that was dedicated by Scientology ecclesiastical leader Mr. David Miscavige on May 27, 2017. See how it fulfills its role as an Ideal Scientology Organization, configured to service Scientologists in their ascent to spiritual freedom and serve as a home for the entire community - a meeting ground of cooperative effort to uplift people of all denominations.

The Scientology Network debuted in 2018. Since launching, it has been viewed in 240 countries and territories worldwide in 17 languages.

Satisfying the curiosity of people about Scientology, the network takes viewers across six continents, spotlighting the everyday lives of Scientologists, showing the Church as a global organization, and presenting its social betterment programs that have touched the lives of millions worldwide. The network also showcases documentaries by independent filmmakers who represent a cross-section of cultures and faiths but share a common purpose of uplifting communities.

Broadcast from Scientology Media Productions, the Church's global media center in Los Angeles, the Scientology Network is available on DIRECTV Channel 320 and can be streamed at Scientology.tv, mobile apps and via the Roku, Amazon Fire and Apple TV platforms.

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The Church of Scientology Copenhagen is celebrating its fifth anniversary in its new home in the heart of the city. Meet staff and parishioners in an episode of "Destination: Scientology" and learn what makes their city so special and how these qualities resonate with the city's Scientologists.

Related link: https://www.scientology.org/

Church of Scientology of the Valley Celebrates its 5th Anniversary in its New Home

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- With its reputation as a hub for the entire community, the Church of Scientology of the Valley looks forward to helping neighbors turn the post-COVID new normal into "flourish and prosper." Following the dedication of its new home in San Fernando Valley March 19, 2017, the Church of Scientology of the Valley rapidly became a vibrant hub of community activities.

Then came the pandemic, and the hardships it created for local businesses, groups and families.

But with the recent relaxing of restrictions, the Church is celebrating this year's anniversary by helping community partners and individuals turn the page on the past two years. Its doors are open to all. And it offers humanitarian initiatives and life improvement courses to provide tools to tackle these challenges and thrive.

The Church of Scientology of the Valley is featured in an episode of "Destination Scientology." San Fernando Valley, once vast swaths of citrus orchards and old Hollywood movie sets, has morphed into a land of aerospace pioneers, global entertainment giants and diverse, growing communities. Known the world over as home to major film and television studios, what really makes the Valley tick is the diverse people who live and work there.

This incredible mix of ethnicities, backgrounds and artistic expertise has given rise to a culture all its own. And building strong ties among the community, giving them tools to create a better world, is the challenge this Church embraces on a daily basis.

Whether opening its 1,000-seat auditorium for use by local nonprofits, forging a partnership with local police officers to combat crime and drug use or racing to the front lines of a wildfire to support first responders, as this episode showcases, the Valley Church is the ultimate good neighbor.

Hear from local Scientologists, including those who work behind the scenes in the film and television industry, as they extol life in the Valley and the positive impact the Church has had on them and their community.

The Scientology Network debuted in 2018. Since launching with a special episode featuring Scientology ecclesiastical leader Mr. David Miscavige, Scientology Network has been viewed in 240 countries and territories worldwide in 17 languages.

Satisfying the curiosity of people about Scientology, the network takes viewers across six continents, spotlighting the everyday lives of Scientologists, showing the Church as a global organization, and presenting its social betterment programs that have touched the lives of millions worldwide. The network also showcases documentaries by independent filmmakers who represent a cross-section of cultures and faiths, but share a common purpose of uplifting communities.

Broadcast from Scientology Media Productions, the Church's global media center in Los Angeles, the Scientology Network can be streamed at Scientology.tv and is available through satellite television, mobile apps and via the Roku, Amazon Fire and Apple TV platforms.

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With its reputation as a hub for the entire community, the Church of Scientology of the Valley looks forward to helping neighbors turn the post-COVID new normal into "flourish and prosper." The Church of Scientology of the Valley is featured in an episode of "Destination Scientology."

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