Have they been mostly positive, entirely positive, fraught with misunderstandings? Has anyone's offer of assistance ever been turned down?
I am a secular Humanist whose Humanist Community regularly works with our local chapter of Habitat. We've had nothing but the best possible relationship with our neighbors of faith. Just wanted to know if this is true elsewhere.
(And, yes, I realize this might better belong in the Community Service forum.)
2006-10-25 05:27:38 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
I've had nothing but the very best experiences with those I have volunteered with. Among those I am familiar with, I don't believe that any offer of help has ever been refused, whether by those in need of assistance, or those offering their time. When dealing with such things, religion, color, sexual orientation, and social status cease to exist. Everyone is viewed as a valuable member of the human race.I find it very rewarding.
2006-10-25 05:33:37 · answer #1 · answered by . 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I worked in a homeless shelter that was a collaborative between the Salvation Army, the state social services department, and the mental health center. In general, things went well, although the Salvation Army's hiring standards were not so stringent as the other two agencies.
This resulted in those of us who were better trained and experienced having more influence than quite frankly we deserved. The S.A. staff felt intimidated by our expertise, and we ended up having to metaphorically hold their hand and tell them that they could do what was necessary to run the shelter.
I honestly think this was an organizational problem, not a religious one. The Salvation Army does a lot of good work without wringing money out of the government or parishioners, and the community has a lot to thank them for.
2006-10-25 12:36:52 · answer #2 · answered by NHBaritone 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have been on the receiving in of help from both the faith based organizations and the more humanistic groups too. Both are great.
2006-10-25 12:31:10 · answer #3 · answered by a_delphic_oracle 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I did it in St. Paul
It was like two blocks alway from University AVE
People just stand around and drink coffee while I worked my as..s off = the last time I volunteer for Habitat.
2006-10-25 12:31:11 · answer #4 · answered by Taco 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
For the most part I like X-tians. Many of try to be good people, they just need that imaginary Daddy to keep them in line.
2006-10-25 12:30:57 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋