I attended a beach BBQ's tonight hosted by my church's singles fellowship and bible study. A married couple showed up with their child. That is not the only time that has happened. Last year several couples showed up for a 4th of July singles BBQ. The church flyer and emails were clear enough saying the BBQ tonight was for the singles fellowship. I felt it was offensive, disrespectful and in poor taste. Especially when they cuddled around the fire pit. They should attend the married couples fellowship or family events. Should I speak to my pastor about it?
2007-07-21 19:08:38 · 15 answers · asked by LAgirl 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
This singles fellowship and bible study is for the 35+ age group. They were in their mid 20's.
2007-07-21 19:14:50 · update #1
We understand your dilemma, but there are seldom any fun social events for couples. The music and company at a single's fellowship caters to a younger, more outgoing crowd while that of the couple's fellowship is directed to the 60+ crowd.
Yes, you should speak to your Pastor about this. It seems to be a very sore spot for you, and you have the same right as anyone else to voice your opinion.
Couples who show up at a single's event should never "cuddle" or do anything else to point out that they are indeed a couple. They should just socialize with a large group and make sure no one else feels uneasy.
2007-07-21 19:12:06 · answer #1 · answered by physandchemteach 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Well that takes the cake. I have never heard of a Christian fellowship that wanted to limit who showed up. Maybe God sent them as an example of what you are to aspire to. I'm glad my fellowship includes all the church family. We even take in strangers at parks and invite them to join us. And no it is not to convert them. You may want to pray over this and discuss it with your pastor to see why it bothers you.
Yours in Christ,
Miss Mona
2007-07-22 02:19:37 · answer #2 · answered by Miss Mona Gone Rogue 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You are not really serious, are you? Are you going to exclude married couples from a singles fellowship and bible study? Wow, you need more help than the church can give you!
2007-07-22 02:15:30 · answer #3 · answered by Gary W 2 · 1⤊ 2⤋
That bugs me, too. At first I thought they were there as kind of a positive example, or maybe sort of as adult chaperones, but. . . nah, it still didn't feel right. Sure, you may as well mention it to the pastor. Maybe those folks don't realize that what they're doing (even if they're not really *doing* anything) can make single people feel a little bit uncomfortable.
2007-07-22 02:21:25 · answer #4 · answered by Lyle the farm cat 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Offensive? Big deal! What's so offensive and disrespectful about it?
2007-07-22 02:21:06 · answer #5 · answered by Anna 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
They could be swingers.
And before you dismiss the idea, let me tell you that of the swingers that I know, ALL of them are born-again christians.
2007-07-22 02:15:18 · answer #6 · answered by hypno_toad1 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
You should report them to the local Sheriff.
Blessed Be!
2007-07-22 02:17:12 · answer #7 · answered by ♥Gnostic♥ 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Because it's a lot more fun being single.
2007-07-22 02:11:24 · answer #8 · answered by Beavis Christ AM 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Offensive? in poor taste? You're kidding me right?
2007-07-22 02:11:51 · answer #9 · answered by Uncle Meat 5 · 0⤊ 3⤋
Maybe they are looking for a holey trinity
2007-07-22 02:12:35 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 5⤊ 1⤋