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Originally Posted by ADPiTigergurl
We really aren't all that diverse: we have CHristians, Jews (they use the Torah, prettys sure its like 36 books of the Old Testament, and girls with no concept of faith or God.
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This comment kind of struck a nerve with me. It sounds like you ARE that diverse- you have Christians, you have Jews, and agnostics and/or athiests. Don't get stuck on pulling from only one or two of those buckets. I am very grateful that my chapter did not include religion in our meetings or ritual because it would have made me quite uncomfortable if it was like that all the time. I respect people of other religions, but unless we are part of a church group or religious org please don't expect me to believe what you do.
I really like some of the comments people have made about using inspirational poems, quotes, or stories. Inspiration doesn't have to be about religion, although it can. If I were a part of your chapter (falling into the third bucket you list), I would be very happy to hear a rotation of sources. Sure, throw in biblical references here and there- a good number of your chapter identifies with it, and if you translate it for me (as someone else mentioned) to show how it's relevant to the chapter then I'm good with it. Just make sure you supplement with others so you reach everyone and focus on the real goal you're there- fostering a fantastic sisterhood.
I hope that wasn't too rantish, and if it was I appologize. I just want you to hear the perspective of someone who falls in your third bucket, someone who may not necessarily speak up at meetings but would appreciate being considered as well.