o commemorate memorable dates in its history, the Church of Scientology observes holidays in all parts of the world through the course of the year. The most significant are celebrated with internationally telecast events to link all Scientology churches. Regular church services are suspended for events, and in those cities where the local church simply cannot accommodate the thousands of parishioners attending the event, suitable auditoriums are rented. Major events are important to every Scientologist, be they in Africa, America, Asia, Australia or Europe as they provide a special sense of unity.
The major Scientology events feature briefings by senior church members on such subjects as the introduction of L. Ron Hubbard’s works into new nations or sectors of society, the outstanding accomplishments of individual Scientologists and reviews of worldwide growth. Events further feature releases of new Scientology books, materials, courses and society betterment programs – all cause for celebration. Although highly dignified affairs, they are also joyous.
Other occasions, such as the founding of the church in a particular country or a city, may be locally observed. Traditional holidays, such as Christmas, Easter, the United States Independence Day and French Bastille Day are not listed, although Scientologists celebrate these occasions in their own countries according to custom. The following calendar lists major holidays around the world.
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Recognition Day Africa, to celebrate recognition in 1975 of the Church of Scientology in South Africa.
Criminon Day, to celebrate the 1970 founding of Criminon, the prison rehabilitation program.
National Founding Day New Zealand, to celebrate the founding of the first church in New Zealand, the Church of Scientology Auckland in 1955.
Recognition Day Australia, to celebrate the recognition in 1973 of the Church of Scientology across Australia, by the then Federal Attorney General, Senator Lionel Murphy. Scientology was recognized under Section 26 of the Commonwealth Marriage Act, 1961–1966.
National Founding Day United States, to celebrate the founding of the first church in the US, the Church of Scientology Los Angeles in 1954.
Narconon Day. On this day in 1966, an Arizona State Prison inmate initiated the Narconon drug rehabilitation program, which utilizes the technology of L. Ron Hubbard. Narconon has expanded to a network of more than thirty programs in countries throughout the world.
Celebrity Day, to celebrate the opening of the Celebrity Centre International in Los Angeles in 1970, dedicated to the rehabilitation of the culture through art.
CCHR Day, to mark the formation in 1969 of the Citizens Commission on Human Rights. First formed in England, the commission is now a worldwide organization which has achieved major reforms internationally against psychiatric abuses.
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The birthday of the Founder of Dianetics and Scientology, March 13, 1911, is commemorated each year with a major celebration honoring L. Ron Hubbard’s achievements and his continuing contributions to mankind. Outstanding churches and missions are recognized for service to their parishioners and communities during the previous year.
National Founding Day Belgium, to celebrate the founding of the first church in Belgium, the Church of Scientology Brussels in 1980.
National Founding Day Holland, to celebrate the founding of the first church in Holland, the Church of Scientology Amsterdam in 1972.
National Founding Day Italy, to celebrate the founding of the first church in Italy, the Church of Scientology Milano in 1978.
National Founding Day Venezuela, to celebrate the founding of the first Dianetics center in Venezuela, the Asociación Cultural Dianética de Venezuela, A.C., in 1981.
Student Day, to celebrate the commencement of the Saint Hill Special Briefing Course in 1961. The course was begun at Saint Hill Manor, East Grinstead, Sussex and in 1968 was expanded to the American Saint Hill Organization in Los Angeles. Today, the Saint Hill Special Briefing Course is also available in Copenhagen, Denmark; Sydney, Australia and at the Flag Land Base. This course, the largest in Scientology, covers the chronological development of Dianetics and Scientology.
National Founding Day Austria, to celebrate the founding of the first church in Austria, the Church of Scientology Vienna in 1971.
Recognition Day Germany, to celebrate the recognition in 1974 of the Church of Scientology in Munich.
National Founding Day Sweden, to celebrate the founding of the first church in Sweden, the Church of Scientology Göteborg in 1969.
L. Ron Hubbard Exhibition Day, to celebrate the opening in 1991 of the L. Ron Hubbard Life Exhibition in Hollywood, California. Featuring impressive audiovisual displays on the life and accomplishments of L. Ron Hubbard, the exhibition is visited by thousands of Scientologists and non-Scientologists annually.
Recognition Day New Zealand, to celebrate recognition of the Church in 1974 with Scientology ministers licensed to perform marriages.
The annual international celebration on this day salutes the publication of Dianetics: The Modern Science of Mental Health on May 9, 1950. It is the occasion when Scientologists and community leaders from around the world acknowledge the contributions Dianetics has made to the betterment of individuals and society at large and the daily miracles that occur through its widespread application.
National Founding Day Colombia, to celebrate the founding in 1980 of the first Dianetics center in Colombia, the Centro Cultural de Dianética in Bogotá.
National Founding Day Switzerland, to celebrate the founding of the first church in Switzerland, the Church of Scientology Basel in 1974.
Integrity Day, to mark the 1965 release by L. Ron Hubbard of his studies on ethics – the reason and contemplation of optimum survival.
National Founding Day Denmark, to celebrate the founding of the first church in Denmark, the Church of Scientology Denmark in 1968.
On this date in 1988, the Sea Org Motor Vessel Freewinds began her maiden voyage, during which New OT VIII was released publicly. In memory of that day, OT VIII completions convene aboard the Freewinds for a week of special briefings and acknowledgments to new OT VIII completions for their work in disseminating and expanding Scientology.
National Founding Day Scotland, to celebrate the founding of the Hubbard Academy of Personal Independence in Edinburgh, Scotland in 1968.
National Founding Day Portugal, to celebrate the founding in 1982 of the first Dianetics institute in Portugal, the Instituto de Dianética in Lisbon.
Academy Day, in celebration of the 1964 release of L. Ron Hubbard’s study technology.
National Founding Day Norway, to celebrate the founding of the first church in Norway, the Church of Scientology Oslo in 1980.
Advanced Organization Founding Day Australia-New Zealand-Oceania, to celebrate the opening in 1983 of the Advanced Organization and Saint Hill in Sydney.
Advanced Organization Founding Day Europe, to celebrate the opening of the Advanced Organization Denmark in 1969.
Founding Day Washington, DC, to celebrate the incorporation in 1955 of the Founding Church of Scientology and the opening of the first Academy of Scientology.
Sea Org Day, commemorating the establishment of the Sea Organization in 1967, is celebrated by all Sea Organization members throughout the world. Rank and rating promotion ceremonies are held, and speeches are delivered by leading Sea Organization members.
Advanced Organization Founding Day Los Angeles, to celebrate the opening of the American Saint Hill Organization and the Advanced Organization Los Angeles in 1968.
Advanced Organization Founding Day United Kingdom, to celebrate the opening of Advanced Organization United Kingdom at Saint Hill, Sussex, England in 1970.
Clear Day, to mark the inauguration of the Clearing Course in 1965. First released at Saint Hill Manor, the course is now available to Scientologists at Advanced Organizations in the United Kingdom, the United States, Denmark and Australia as well as at the Flag Service Organization in Florida.
National Founding Day Canada, to celebrate the founding of the first church in Canada, the Church of Scientology Toronto in 1967.
On this day auditors are acknowledged for their dedication in bringing man up the Bridge to Total Freedom. Top auditors from around the world are recognized for their efforts in helping their fellow man.
National Founding Day Zimbabwe, to celebrate the founding of the first church in Zimbabwe, the Church of Scientology Bulawayo in 1967.
National Founding Day Mexico, to celebrate the founding of the first Dianetics institute in Mexico, the Instituto de Filosofía Aplicada, A.C., in 1979.
National Founding Day England, to celebrate the beginning of Scientology in England, marking the opening of the London branch of the Hubbard Association of Scientologists International in 1952.
National Founding Day Israel, to celebrate the beginning of the first Scientology and Dianetics college in Tel Aviv, Israel in 1980.
Held at a different host city each year, members of the IAS gather to commemorate the founding of the IAS and to rededicate themselves to its aims. The annual IAS freedom awards are presented. This event coincides with the annual convention of IAS delegates.
National Founding Day Germany, to celebrate the founding of the first church in Germany, the Church of Scientology Munich in 1970.
National Founding Day France, to celebrate the founding of the first church in France, the Church of Scientology Paris in 1959.
National Founding Day South Africa, to celebrate the founding of the first church in South Africa, the Church of Scientology Johannesburg in 1957.
Publications Day, to celebrate the opening of the first publications organization, Publications Worldwide, at Saint Hill Manor in 1967.
Flag Land Base Day, to celebrate the opening of the Flag Land Base in Clearwater, Florida in 1975.
Freedom Day US, to celebrate the official recognition in 1974 of the Church of Scientology in the United States.
National Founding Day Spain, to celebrate the founding of the first church in Spain, the Church of Scientology Barcelona in 1981.
National Founding Day Japan, to celebrate the beginning of Scientology in Japan, which marks the opening of the Scientology Organization Tokyo in 1988.
This event welcomes in the new year with a review of accomplishments over the previous year and a look forward to the upcoming year and plans for further reach into new areas of society with L. Ron Hubbard’s technology. Stellar accomplishments of Scientology parishioners helping new people to move up the Bridge to Total Freedom are acknowledged.
