re: #92 oaktree

I’m luckily already known in most of my social circles as a non-observing person. (Whether I’m atheist, agnostic, or whatever is not discussed much.) This leads to religion not being brought up that much.

Though I one friend needles me about going into churches. Most of that group is Catholic and I end up there for weddings and such. Generally enjoyable since it’s for festive events and I like church architecture (especially in the 19th century and early 20th century buildings I normally end up in.)

In that same group I’ve been very hesitant recently to broach religion recently since I’m not sure how they as a group or individually are being affected by the various scandals that are hitting the media now. I know that my best friend was in the middle of a crisis of faith 5-6 years ago during the initial US scandals. These further revelations I presume are a further quake on that already damaged foundation.

I was always told that we (Jews) are not allowed to step inside a church, but there’s some debate about it. I believe the Torah prohibits it.

I’ve been inside quite a few churches. Mostly Catholic. The Church of the Little Flower in Coral Gables is my favorite (other than those in Israel).

I’ve always wanted to attend a gospel service. Hooting, screaming and singing.