A political AND religous post, OH MY!

Sassy_Cassie

I don't want to cause a stir, but I feel like I need to vent.  

I may have mentioned this here before, but right around the time Sam was born we were searching for a new church home.  DH and I decided that the only reason we were members there was because it was the church that DH was raised at.  If we had moved here we wouldn't have picked it.  DH plays in the praise band so it's impossible for him to inconspicuously miss so we could try out other churches so we were honest about it.  We just felt that the church wasn't a right fit/not progressive enough for us.  (I won't get into all of the details but as an example they close down the entire facility during our towns spring festival, even though it would be a prime time/location/opportunity for outreach...)  We were told that the word of God alone should be convicting enough no matter who preaches it and when people aren't happy at a church the problem lies with them and not the church.  Shocked face #1.  (Once Sam was diagnosed the search went on the back burner.)

Well, kind of the straw that broke the camels back for me was that yesterday DH told me him and a couple of guys were in the minister of music's office around the time Hillary Clinton was in town.  He said that it was "impossible for a person to be a democrat AND a Christian." 

 Right now it's not really a problem because I stay home with Sam anyway.  But it just makes me feel like I never want to go back there.  *sigh*

 

aspade

Start looking, lady!  Oy.  Shocked face, indeed!

It can be difficult to find a place to worship that is a perfect fit, but there has to be a better fit for you. 

the_jackpot

Ugh, sorry that your church is not a good fit. Seems like you are getting the signs you need. Good luck finding the right place for you and your family.

hamilton.ja

Ugh, ugh, ugh, ugh.... that is the pits. I have enjoyed services in every UCC/Congregational church I've ever attended and they're very liberal if you're looking for that specifically in a church.

nsees

Wow! Good luck in your search!

Sassy_Cassie

hamilton.ja:

Ugh, ugh, ugh, ugh.... that is the pits. I have enjoyed services in every UCC/Congregational church I've ever attended and they're very liberal if you're looking for that specifically in a church.

I wouldn't necessary say "more liberal"... I think I would say more tolerant.  

AlishaRichelle

Sassy_Cassie:

He said that it was "impossible for a person to be a democrat AND a Christian." 

This mindset really irritates me.  We do happen to be republicans, but there are beliefs and stances on BOTH ends of the political spectrum that I feel are "sinful". 

To say that one knows what God thinks is arrogance and heresy (I think heresy is the word I am looking for).  It's taking judgment into ones own hands - and that is something you don't mess with.

Sassy_Cassie

Sassy_Cassie:

hamilton.ja:

Ugh, ugh, ugh, ugh.... that is the pits. I have enjoyed services in every UCC/Congregational church I've ever attended and they're very liberal if you're looking for that specifically in a church.

I wouldn't necessary say "more liberal"... I think I would say more tolerant.  

And more open to creative ways to reach the community and serve others.

 We actually tried and loved a church who is very firm in their doctrine but still is not afraid to think outside of the box to reach the generations... but it's kind of a drive. : 

Oh well... it'll work out.

njh514

Yuck! I'm so sorry. I feel like that comment was more "unchristian" than a general political belief. I hope you find a much better fit for you.

jwpbride

AlishaRichelle:

Sassy_Cassie:

He said that it was "impossible for a person to be a democrat AND a Christian." 

To say that one knows what God thinks is arrogance and heresy (I think heresy is the word I am looking for).  It's taking judgment into ones own hands - and that is something you don't mess with.

This bumper sticker is on multiple cars in my church parking lot and it makes me smile.

Cassie- that sucks. Unfortunately, that's the same mind set of my grandparents. It's so sad. I hope y'all find a good church when you finally get around to it!