Posted by saturn on December 24, 2006, at 13:55:20
In reply to Re: Need advice on Christmas Eve, posted by Emily Elizabeth on December 21, 2006, at 19:54:00
> If it were me, I think I'd go to the service.
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> >Going to a service does not necessarily mean you have to agree with it. I have been to bar mitzvahs (sp?) and Jewish weddings, but I'm not Jewish. I thought of it as observing a cultural experience.You're right, but in this instance there is that implication.
> I would however, make it clear that in no way are you open to conversion, you are only going to support a relative. I do think it is reasonable for someone to want a close relative with him/her during what might be an emotional time. Maybe you are more special than the other people going? ;)Thanks...and yes I have made this clear, and I *am* special to this person...but they will have many other close and special relatives going with them.
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>> What are your specific hesitations about going?I generally disagree with the principles and tenets of Christianity. I respect others' beliefs and generally keep mine to myself. Live and let live, so to speak.
>> Do you worry that they will try to convert you?
Not really.
>>Will you have to do something other than just sit there?
No-- I used to take my grandparents to holiday church services because they physically required my assistance. I just sat there and stuck out like a big thumb during all the singing, prayer, communtion...but I was happy to this because they literally required my assistance to attend.
Tonight I'm just gonna chill out. Happy Holidays :) Peace...Saturn.
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