2007-06-11 02:26:59 · 20 answers · asked by Amy 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
A bit of rationality or balance...
2007-06-11 03:10:52 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most churches these days make me feel most welcome when I can get out of there as quickly as possible and go about my life.
I am not fond of ministers in thousand dollar suits, churches with building programs bought with taxpayer dollars when those dollars should aimed at charitable causes, and pompous, smug churchgoers convinced that their way is the only way and that War will pave the way to Heaven.
I want a church where everyone is welcome, Gays, felons, the homeless, the divorced mother. I want a church where the monies collected go to help the underprivileged, the most vulnerable, the hungry.
Until I find it, I will pray in a closet....as Jesus recommended...and do what I can to help others on my own.
2007-06-11 02:34:23 · answer #2 · answered by Me, Too 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
playing songs I have actually heard of AND having the place NOT look like the set of a tv evangelist. Oh one more thing- a preacher who can give a sermon in jeans and a regular shirt. I dont need anything fancy, I want a preacher who has been down the road of wickedness because thats the man (or woman) I am likely to believe, and I want to be able to see a reasonable looking cross, and hymn books for the songs I dont know.
2007-06-11 02:36:19 · answer #3 · answered by molly 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it's a true church filled with the Holy Spirit that would be my first impression. If the church has the Holy Spirit then there in loving people in the church and I am sure they would greet you with love and kindness.
2007-06-11 02:37:46 · answer #4 · answered by stacy j 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't remember ever feeling welcomed in a church.
2007-06-11 02:31:51 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
People welcoming me
2007-06-11 02:42:05 · answer #6 · answered by Lov'n IT! 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The sign of the Flying Spaghetti Monster!
may YOU be touched by His Noodle Appendage...
2007-06-11 02:32:00 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
A program in the bulletin which states what is expected and what is next.
People my age.
Traditional hymns, not modern Christian pop or rock
2007-06-11 02:31:40 · answer #8 · answered by One Voice In The Day Rings True 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If I could get out of there without anyone talking to me. Trust me, if I want to know more, I'll ask. Otherwise, please leave me alone.
I'd only be there because a friend asked me to go, not out of personal interest (in a Christian church, that is).
2007-06-11 02:31:12 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
people being willing to talk to me if I had questions but not actively trying to convert me. I think just allowing me to watch and observe with out having to drill me with questions would also help a lot.
2007-06-11 02:31:41 · answer #10 · answered by John C 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A clear view of the Eucharist and many people praying.
2007-06-11 02:29:17 · answer #11 · answered by Tree of Jesse 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋