Comments on: What’s your story? Samie Brosseau

By: Michelle

Michelle — Fri, 18 Feb 2022 16:04:53 +0000

We have a Grandson that has left the Twelve Tribes and need some information about what you think their next move to get him back will be.

By: Jeanine

Jeanine — Wed, 15 Dec 2021 05:44:20 +0000

My brother is in the Twelve Tribes and has been since 1999. Last I heard from him his family is living in Lancaster NH. I am growing increasingly concerned for his well being. I have not been able to reach him directly since shortly after the Child Labor Law violations at one of the NY communities.
Just last year I see that there were remains found on the farm in Australia. What happens when someone passes? Would I even know? Likely not.
He had other family that had lived in the community for a decade only to leave with their children in recent years giving me some hope. Any assistance you can offer or suggestions would be sincerely appreciated.

By: Tom

Tom — Sat, 27 Feb 2021 23:56:34 +0000

Hi Mike. know where you are coming from when you said “no one has the answer” but there is an answer which I found on line at http://www.icelestial-epoch.com

By: Josie

Josie — Sun, 10 May 2020 02:15:48 +0000

You are so strong!

By: Lee

Lee — Thu, 22 Nov 2018 19:13:48 +0000

Samie, I think you are amazing. I live in South Africa and I heard your story on television. I work in a small town and have a passion for women who are subjugated. I can’t tell you how much your words touch me… particularly, “I still feel like I am not free”.. I get that. Deeply.
Lee

By: Mike

Mike — Tue, 17 Jul 2018 10:26:14 +0000

Oh man. My ancestors were pioneers in the LDS church. My GG Grandpa was the first mayor of Beaver Utah and one of the influential people in making Southern California especially the San Gabriel Valley a hotbed for Mormons. My dad tried to leave the church peacefully, but they shamed him publicly of course. Thankfully, his family has never stopped communicating or loving he or us. My family then became a small group of ex Mormons converting others, until they lost faith there. Needless to say, I’m pretty lost myself. I’ve served time in Iraq and Afghanistan, which has shown me that all religion is just wrong. No one has the answer, but a lot of us think we do. I believe in a creator and higher power, but I don’t subscribe to anyone telling me I’m going to hell because I picked the wrong one. We’re all “brainwashed” by our parents. And we all have to cope with leaving those feelings of damnation and loss spiritually to a point. I’ve been watching this A&E thing too. One of my favorite subjects is the history of world religions. I realized that I’ve had food brought home to me from the “Yellow Deli” in Vista Ca. Never again will I eat there. I’m raising my own children free of religion. Free of pressure. I want them to have an open mind and see what works for them. So much to say, I know you, and everyone else who has commented would understand. Thanks for sharing. I know how you feel.

By: El Desdichado

El Desdichado — Fri, 06 Jul 2018 15:49:28 +0000

What are the other sites you mention?

By: M. Ruth Book

M. Ruth Book — Thu, 28 Jun 2018 03:36:32 +0000

Hi Samie.. I too watched your bravery unfold in the A&E Twelve Tribes documentary with Eliz. Vargas.
I had three close friends in the early 1990’s that left our community at that time, to join Island Pond.
We were an extremist small group with Church of Christ beliefs to the uttermost. I was the pioneer for homebirths of my 5 children-homeschooling- and home dysfunction… as our group eventually dispersed. Many lessons learned in those 17 years, and many more to be learned. I believe my friends are still with Twelve Tribes.
I would absolutely love to speak with you sometime. I commend your bravery and strength.
Sincerely,
MRB

By: Glenn Ackley

Glenn Ackley — Wed, 27 Jun 2018 23:27:37 +0000

God bless you Samie. I am a former member of the LDS Church. While the mainstream church is not as restrictive as FLDS, many of the same beliefs are maintained. I watched the program on cults, and am so very impressed with your courage and conviction to help others realize that there truly is hope for a better life. I believe man-made religions such as TT, LDS, FLDS, Scientology and others are so very evil and in direct opposition to God’s plan of salvation and free agency. Keep up the great work, and know that many like myself fully support your efforts. It is a great relief to know that there are wonderful children of God like yourself that take up the challange of exposing these cultist organizations. I truly pray that you can eventually be lovingly reunited with your family. ❤

By: Jonathan Leonard

Jonathan Leonard — Wed, 27 Jun 2018 03:11:30 +0000

I’m really impressed with what you’ve done here. I’m looking forward to going through this page as I make the time. This is one of the better ex tribe sites I’ve seen.