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Those of us who are Christians are one in the Body of Christ, despite our different approaches, and we have a responsibility to support and uphold one another, especially when one of us comes under attack as ITE did. Whom among us believers - besides me and the OP's sorors - have come on here and offered ITE public support and encouragement in the face of the ridicule and mockery they have received?
But how many believers were quick to jump down my throat for what I said in my response to the OP -- yet ignoring the topic of the thread? Even an admitted non-believer has been more positive than ITE's fellow GC Christians. If I am wrong, show me, I will gladly admit it. ITE doesn't have to get an invite to Stomp Fest (whatever that is, if it's even a real event), but some kind of encouragement from other Christians would be nice, and I'm sure appreciated. As a whole, I feel GC's Christians have left their sisters in Christ blowing in the wind. That is not the way of our Lord when it comes to His people. Quote:
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1. A website does NOT make or break a SORORITY.
Although quite "pretty", the story and font basis of the sorority's website is lost in the discussion, which made it too confusing. Moreover, I have to read font from non-contrasting colors that causes me to squint. Well, I surf to more important websites related to my career, I do not feel like reading all that information I could not get it in 2-4 bullet points. 2. People do not care what your confession of faith is. Most of us are under the United States constitution and believe in freedom of religion. That includes those who are decidedly atheists. That does not constitute YOUR judgement. 3. An organization's legitimacy CANNOT be predicated and relayed to others by only YOUR epistemologies. You may convince SOME individuals to join, but it seems the organizations that are lasting are about the true meaning of Christ's mission and Church. How much are you willing to sacrifice for Christ? Your life? |
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Is it essential to the life of ITE that you get GC support? And i just gotta jump on the bandwagon--I wasn't aware that I had to proclaim that Jesus Christ is my Lord and personal Savior in a forum for fraternity and sorority organizations. |
I was quoting to the original poster and to the original poster only. She made it clear she was a Christian, so I posted the quote to her, from one Christian to another. It was not for anybody else. I don't accept your spiritual beliefs, but I'm not going to disrespect you by putting you down or trying to convince you to believe otherwise, either. I don't have a heaven or a hell to put anybody in.
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I just want to make it clear that I'm not a member of ITE. But, as they are Christians, they are my sisters in Christ and that's why I'm speaking up.
Is it essential to them to have GC support? In my non-ITE opinion, I hope not. But, also in my opinion, I think it would have been nice if other Christians on GC had shown them some support, especially since they were being ridiculed primarily on the basis of their Christian beliefs. I'm not addressing the rest of what you wrote. Quote:
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I'd cut these ladies a lot of slack. They are on a mission, and are straight up with what they want out of life. As far as the symbolism of the greek letters and what they may look like, that's their call, we all stretch our symbolism a bit.
As far as naming chapters, whether you use greek letters, or non-greek words (like California Alpha) or some other alphabet like Hebrew or Katakana, what's the big deal? Or, like one house that uses the greek alphabet, but not in the normal alphabetic sequence? Most of us are in GLO's with a prior history of restricting members to one religion. Over time, that evolved into most of our houses that allow any religion today. Some "encourage" one religion, but admit anyone who is comfortable with, but not a member of, that religion. (Protestant) Christianity has evolved into a few large megachurches of more than a thousand, each. The neighborhood church of a few hundred parishoners that all knew each other, with a staff of half a dozen, is fading from the scene. The megachurches feature a well-produced service, with a distinct worship team of musicians, that is distinct from the large audience. The "business model" of these churches does not lend itself to fellowship, the worship service is the biggest priority. As a result, Christian fraternities and sororities fill this vacuum. Just like they did a century ago, when Billy Sunday preached in large tents and tabernacles. That happened to be one of the greatest growth periods for GLO's. Just because nobody here talks about Religion doesn't mean they don't practice it - this is a greek forum, not a religion forum. That doesn't mean you can't bring it up, it's a forum, so anything that's not offensive is OK. If you aren't into that religion, just ignore the posts. GLO's are organizations, and we can learn from other organizations - whether they be corporations, non-profits, churches, or even other styles of GLO. Greek life faces a lot of challenges, we need to work together, what's good for one greek is good for all. |
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Doing something in the name of one's religion or one's God does not mean that one is right in what one does. Doing the right thing is doing something for God. No one was ridiculing them based on their Christian beliefs, but on their poor use of Greek, their insulting attitude toward other sororities and yes, that the entire sorority from improper Greek letters (TWICE) to the pledging process was divinely inspired. Even then, most people said that if it worked for them, so be it, but thankfully God gave us the ability to think that something is weird as hell. I am not honor bound as a Christian to support another Christian regardless of her actions. I do not support priests who molest children, preachers who have affairs and do drugs, or Christians who forget Jesus' lessons on humility. If God had wanted sheep he wouldn't have given us free will. (And if you've missed the many discussions about religion on here, you aren't looking. Don't open your mouth and claim things like you did if you don't educate yourself first. ) |
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It doesn't matter how well you explain something to them, they fail to understand... I've tried several times and they have called me "all kinna names but a child of God..." Their MO is to belittle others for self-aggrandizement. I don't care if they disagree with me or anyone else, but they cannot debate and argue point by point. Then they want YOUR gratification for saying they cannot argue your points with a personal attacks... Good luck though! I am just wondering where all the Rev. Fred Hatcher Ministries cult members--I mean membership are... :rolleyes: They just bash the NPHC Sororities--guess we are the easiest since we were founded by African American women nearly 100 years ago... :rolleyes: ETA: good post though! Really interesting POV... :) |
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