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When I first arrived in Germany - I went to the Air Force Chaplain. At the time, a Chaplain had to wear his uniform. If he chose to wear a civilian suit - then he was required to wear a pastoral robe. Normally, Ch Rhoades would wear his military uniform to chapel but he would wear a "religious"...

This question came up from this other similar thread My basic answer is that you become a Baptist when you join a Baptist church. So what action should a church take before they accept an individual as a new member. Attend a new members class sit down and go over church doctrine (ie they...

EasternStar Are you currently attending a church? Are you able to discuss this situation with your pastor? If not is there a pastor of another church you could seek out. And yes, Deacon gave you excellent advice

What does this have to do with the OP?

I have heard that his salary should be the average of his congregation. In addition - suppose a member is a mechanic - and is able to help fix his car - that can save the pastor a pretty penny A farmer may supply the pastors family with eggs. A driving instructor may help the children of the...

Remember Newt Gringich - he was a Southern Baptist until he re-married a Roman Catholic and chose to convert to her religion.

Would you make one these seven to be a one way trip?

How do we determine someone is less fortunate. Actual example: We had a couple in our church that appeared needy. Their only income was from govt - ie food stamps, SSI, ect. Mrs Salty wanted to take Mrs Jones grocery shopping and was willing to spend about $100 to help them buy some necessary...

I thought I had - I have confirmed it is now closed. Thank you

This thread has gotten out of hand - name calling, ect Do not start a similar thread for 20 days

This is the FB page for Prison Fellowship

Rando - you are going out of bounds! - Does the NT require the Death Penalty -- NO Does the NT prohibit the Death Penalty -- NO Many have been led to the Lord while in prison Check this link: Remember Chuck Colson - Due his prison time - he founded Prison Fellowship

Salaries and bldg expenses are properly part of the budget. Buying SS literature is part of ministry as well as a host of other items. So what items would you see as problem for a church to spend

When I visited a church in Germany (English speaking - composed of US military) The business meeting was held after the morning service. What happened is that the men went into the back room for the church business meeting. Women, teens and visitors were not allowed in! After a bit of time -...

1) I would ask them to show me in the NT where I must tithe 2) IF I joined, I would put in cash w/out an envelope (Mabey ask them about that) If they would not allow me to take a look at the financial statement- probably not But I would ask them why not. And would not hurt to attend at least...