The organization has suggested precautions that would be advisable for publishers who witness in dangerous areas. Additional precautions may be appropriate for the broth- ers witnessing in your territory. Your own family has special needs. Occasionally, those in the congregation demand time and attention that an elder should rightfully give to his family. Shepherding begins at home.
Elders are understandably limited in what they can do.
Love for the whole association of brothers will prompt us to do what we can to help those in need. Help brothers who have the potential to become ministe- rial servants make progress in that direction. Brothers who are regular publishers and demonstrate a desire to be used can be given certain assignments to perform around the Kingdom Hall. Your being alert to give qualified brothers something to do in the congregation will provide an opportunity for such testing and will give them added training. Giving due consideration to their exemplary conduct, activity in the ministry, and fine spiritual outlook, the elders can determine what would be best for these broth- ers.