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Originally Posted by Aquila
We were a very conservative bunch in this area. In fact, we often spoke of other Apostolic churches as being backslidden because the pastor allowed wedding rings and tolerated television. I assure you that the things I was told indeed were said.
Lastly, I haven't painted with a broad brush. I've only spoken about my own experiences in the churches I've attended. Don't get me wrong... these churches had charity drives to collect food during the Christmas season. They aren't all bad people. It just shocks me that more don't volunteer.
You sound really upset here. Relax. I'm just sharing my experience. If you have members of your church volunteering at various charitable organizations, or the church runs a charity service of some kind, I certainly am not talking about your church. I know there are good churches out there that are very busy helping those in need in one way or another. Forgive me if it sounded like I was painting every church the same.
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Okay, I will relax.
I think I might agree that some of that mindset did take place, but it if it did, it was 30 years or more ago. The whole nation was more conservative and strict in every way, which, IMO, made some churches appear less compassionate.
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