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Yesterday our Pastor's children's story was centered around buying and selling. I'm not even sure what the final gist was because I got caught up in the fact that he used real money and invited the children to purchase articles that he took out of a bag and placed on the communion table. The Lord's table was set for communion and, as such, I believe it to be among the most sacred of symbols we have in a Baptist church. In short, I was appalled at his lack of reverence. This is not the first time something like has happened. I am a deacon of the church. Do I confront the Pastor about this behaviour?
Hi Lynda,
First of all why was the childrens story centered around buying and selling and I find the fact that your Pastor used real money to be disturbing and appalling.Plus it defeats much of the Christian faith and teachings.
Remember when Jesus entered the Temple and what he did!
Also I do agree that the Communion table is sacred and should not be used for anything but Communion, as far as I am concerned this is a complete lack of reverence!
Lynda, as you are a Deacon, this being an officer of the Church and that this is not the first time similar has happened, I suggest that you speak to the Pastor and ask him his motives, what is he trying to teach and as to why he thought the Communion table was the place to do it.
As a Deacon you must show reverence and so must a Pastor, I would not confront but I certainly would speak to him about it and tell him how you and I have no doubt many more see it.
I hope this helps.
Regardfs and God Bless
Clive
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| Comment | Thank you, Clive, for your comments about our Pastor being irreverent during a worship service. Yes, many saw the irreverence and the inappopriateness of using money, of all symbols, in the sanctuary of the church! We (deacons) have spoken to him about it (just last evening, actually) and he saw nothing wrong with what he had done. In fact, he protested that the children were at least as sacred as the communion table (no question)and didn't see the profanity of using the Lord's Table as a 'selling stall'. (The only time I remember Jesus got angry was when He cleared the temple of sellers and money changers.) So ... thank you so very much. Your words ring very true, indeed. Blessings, Lynda J. | ||
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Clive Heath
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I can answer most questions on the subject of the Baptist/Christian faith. I am an active member of a Baptist Church Fellowship. I study the Bible and the Scriptures every day and have no problem talking to people about this. I am more than happy to answer the Lord's calling and help and support all people that are in need. I believe that is now my role in life.
Experience
Some times people go the wrong way in life because they have been let down by those that are close to them. It is all about trust, compassion and support.
I carry out a lot of outreach work, so I know how important these things are to be able to reach people. I have worked with drug addicts and the homeless, as well as young people who have lost their way in life or are in prison.
Organizations
Baptist Fellowship.
Publications
My articles and letters have appeared many times in the local paper.
Education/Credentials
I am am a Deacon and secretary of my church, and also spend lots of time now also ministering to people in old folks homes as well as other outreach work.
Awards and Honors
I have won a National award for working with and supporting sick people.
Past/Present Clients
I do not call them clients, they are people in need of the love of God and of people.
I have mentored many young people, including those that are in our local prison, to hopefully live an honest and Christian life.
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