Monday, October 18, 2010

Open House

If I've learned anything in class, it's that religion is full of misunderstanding. Since religion is preached in so many different ways, everyone interprets the bible differently. The questions brought up in class have shown me that not everyone's understanding is correct. This recent article talks about how Muslims are out to correct this misunderstandings regarding Islam by having an open house. (http://www.ocregister.com/news/mosque-271564-open-muslims.html). Being BIC members, we've attended similar events at the Hindu temple and mosque, even a synagogue. However, I've never seen a Christian church advertise such an event. I guess my question is why? Every religion has stereotypes both positive and negative. This open house gives Muslims the chance to eliminate stereotypes. I would be open to attending a Christian open house. I'm sure someone will say well you can just go to church one Sunday. To me that's intimidating, I'd rather show up with a bunch of people who would look as confused as I would.

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