Friendship Free Of Religious Barriers
I've distant myself from friends for a long time now, only occasionally see one or two when I feel so bored or when they unexpectedly pay me a visit.My life is home with my kid, work, sleep , chat with my BF and Blogs ...sounds perfect to me.
Yesterday a friend called and told me that 2 old friends were asking about me and they would love to come visit me. I said Ok and she asked if it's OK to bring some members in their church so they can have a prayer meeting in my place , I was reluctant but said OK anyway.
Woke up early today, earlier than usual so I can prepare. She said about 10 of them will come . We cooked lots of Filipino foods , I baked some cake, lots of food and I was worried I will be left with lots of left overs
7pm, 2o persons came along with their church pastor
out of 20, I only know 5 but it went great,They had their prayer meeting then we had dinner and almost finished all the foods . That was unexpected but I felt happy that these people graced my home with their presence . It's a fun night and I felt very much human entertaining them.
My son is Muslim and was happy having them and listening to them sharing about their faith and beliefs.
They all left at 11:30 pm and left me with an invitation to their church tomorrow, I nicely declined but promised to visit them sometimes .
Hope you're all having a lovely day/night
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Just chilling here now, they cleaned up before they left and washed all the dishes so I felt good about that...I will clean the rest later
Just chilling here now, they cleaned up before they left and washed all the dishes so I felt good about that...I will clean the rest later
Sounds like Jehovah's Witnesses! Hee Hee! They'll start a conversation with you and you say you aren't interested and they completely ignore and start throwing their scripture at you.
I get real loud in their face and ask them if they have a hearing problem! I'll have to start carrying a local audiologists business cards with me.
They brought most of the foods. I baked the cake, they brought lots of fish, we grilled half of it and I stuffed the big ones with veggies and herbs and wrapped in foil and baked them. They also brought the lots of veggies and made lots of salads and bean stew , others brought the some drinks and others some sweets.
Well there were 20 persons so lots of dishes to wash afterwards but they washed
The last time I hosted a party was on February so it feels good to have that many people again . I already agreed that we will have a Christmas party here in my place!
I like to host parties, I love cooking and baking
They are Born Again Christians, nice people really but every time they pray over and raise their voices , some sounds like they're crying , I can't help but giggle.
But having said that, I have had dun with them too. Even I'd they only sing hymns at parties
Yes, they can be extreme sometimes, specially when they're holding a Bible and start reading passages...they won't back down from a good debate.
But luckily he was a lapsed one,rather than a born-again
Thank you for your Christian love and concern.
My point is, if your religion is working for you, great, I'm happy for you. I'll do me and you do you.
what I find funny is that most Christians here, Arab Christians are mostly very calm and quiet when it comes to religious talks. They go to church, pray and that's it. I cant see them engaging in any religious debates and I find it difficult to differentiate the Muslims from the Christian here. That's because they respect each other and get along so well.
Religions all started here in the Middle East but it seems people from the other side of the world who were later converted seems to be more knowledgeable and aggressive when it comes to their religion
Halloween started here thousands of years ago, then spread to the US and became a major commercialised holiday, instead of a pagan festival.
Willow, totally agree with you.
Actually, this topic reminded me of something in my relationship with my BF. I just told him that we never actually talked about religion and we're in a relationship for more than 4 years. Only one time he mentioned that his family are members of Orthodox Church but I can't remember we ever talked and argued about religious subject
I'm born Christian, spent many years in a convent school. married a Muslim but I can't recall my ex-husband and I ever fought over our religious views, we simply accepted each other unconditionally.
My son of course follows his Dad and is a Muslim but he also went to church with me on few occasions
I don't go to church anymore but I do have respect for everyone and welcome them in my home without asking which religion they follow
Yes...and each created their own version...revised the original...then debate and prove to one another that what they follow is the right one
I have neighbors back home in Philippines who moved from one religious group to another, 3-4 times ...every time another group convinced them then they will also join...and so on.
My brother had one on his car in case he broke down, then they would stop to help. He's a bit of a cynic.
Arriving at a dinner party with people you don't know well, and realizing all the other cars sported silver fishes, was never a good moment. The dinner could go either way, and I don't like prayer meetings. Not entirely crazy about happy-clappies, they are too keen to convert others without waiting to be asked, like most converts to most religions. Still, sounds like you enjoyed your evening, that's by far the most important thing.
No, party with lots of alcohol?! No. no. keep me out of it. I always end to be the first one who gets drunk and embarrass myself
This kind of party works for me too...but I won't say no to your kind of party provided you look after me
Of course, I'll look after you. You know I always have my best interest, eh I mean, I always have YOUR best interest in mind.
By the way, I noticed you 'Viewed My Profile' four days ago.
Anyways, have a fun day and nice night. I gotta get back to some work here. See ya again sometime soon.
For me, it's just good fun socializing and I never mind them putting their religious touch on it
I'm not really the type who can be converted into anything...or I would be wearing a burka or abaya now
I'm enjoying life and happy...I can sleep without any guilty feelings and happy that no one is after me
I may not be that religious anymore but I would welcome heaven after this life if I get in to one
Thanks. I respect all religions. I would like the same courtesy.
Molly,
Yes, Halloween has become quite commercialized. Many Wiccans, Druids and other pagans across the globe will be marking the beginning of the Celtic spiritual new year with the two-day festival of Samhain. The most widely observed pagan festival begins for most pagans on Oct. 31 -- known to others as Halloween.
Pedal,
Wiccan/Witch with a Celtic/ Hindu pantheon. Yes, quite eclectic, I know, but it works for me.
CH,
Yes, mutual respect is key in a relationship. It’s best not to fight about religion.
that's very reassuring...
One occasion, I only came home with one and I lashed out to my friends for forgetting my left shoe...
another occasion, I lost a pair and I was very upset about it
the last time I embarrassed myself I had to be carried home but luckily I recovered my silver shoes
so do you still want to date me ? Just think about it and tell me your answer tomorrow
Yes, that's a great idea!
just pick the one with most members here on blogs that way we can talk more about it when we all finally get there
i am glad you playing true friendship role.
friend up from all other relationship.
it's human duty we respect our gusset or friend.
yes. I'm 5'2" in height so I can't be more than 50 kilos
I'm a little embarrass to walk side by side with a man 6'1 tall and weighs 115 kilos
I never ask anyone which religion they follow then use that as basis for our friendship...for me a friend is a friend regardless of belief and race
I think Eric wrote that a long time ago...now, surely there's internet connection in heaven too...or how would St, Peter able to monitor and record everyone's activities while they're still alive and decide whether one is eligible for heaven or hell or purgatory?
keep it up my friend very good habit.
Sit out some old clothes and house hold items.
Charge everything from $10.00 up!
Whatever you good at! Get paid for doing it! Just Saying!_____
Crazyheart - this song is for you.
Thank you, you have a great day there
That's a lot pf profit!
No, I usually give away the things I don't need anymore to the less fortunate, mostly to the refugees...they won't be able to pay me even if I sell it to them for few fils
Awww!_
Sounds like you had a lovely time....good for you. BTW, keep Pepps away from your friends.