Why do Greek Orthodox spend $20 Million to Build Churches and $20 to help the poor?

Question

Haghia Sophia used to be the largest Christian Church in the world until 1453 when it became a mosque. Today, Haghia Sophia is a museum. Yet, the Greeks in America feel like they need to build replicas of Haghia Sophia in America even though there are more pressing needs among the flock and the rest of society as a whole. Many Greek Orthodox communities, some teetering on the brink of spiritual and financial death, are embarking on $20 Million whirlwind construction schemes. Thoughts from this forum are appreciated - thank you.

Answer 1

anything less would be unorthodox

Answer 2

Not unlike the Denver rescue mission who spent $10,000.00 on a sound system for their church and treat the homeless like trash. When would Christians understand that Christianity is all about love?

Answer 3

That exact question arises in my mind every time I go to Mexico or any country where the Roman Catholic church has elaborate cathedrals, that the shoeless poor pass by and put their last few pesos into, while going hungry. Such is the nature of organized religion. They promise that you won't be hungry in the afterlife.

Answer 4

Not just the Greeks - it's the Christian way. Build huge edifices for the homeless to beg in front of.

Answer 5

Coz they are HOOLIGANS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!