When the Church is Just not Into You
The latest episode of Bubble and Squeak podcast features a silly satire about those churches that try to make everyone feel welcome, so they offer a welcome pack. The caller, from First Baptist Church, speaks with Marvin, from the Shekinah Glory Christian Books and Church Supplies Store. She has an odd request thought.
To Marvin’s surprise his company offers an array of goody bags based on the demographic of the person or family who shows up for church. In addition they have “Unwelcome Packs!”
Here is an excerpt from the call
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Silly and Sad
It is funny and tragically cruel at the same time. Many of us know the trauma of being welcomed, “Just as you are!” but not really. Something disqualified some of us because of who we are, our sexual or gender identity, a physical disability, mental illness, our marital status, or our class and at times a combination of these. That hurt runs deep. Healing is essential, and sometime healing can be hilarious. That is the power of satire.
Sex, Marriage, and the Bible
You can hear the entire episode plus my conversation with Dr. Jennifer G. Bird. She talks about how the Bible has been misused to abuse others. She is an expert on sex, marriage, and the Bible. She is also prolific on YouTube with excellent content.
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