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Originally posted by 12dn94dst:
Since all Deltas do not follow the teachings of Christ (some are Muslim, Buddhist, Agnostic, etc.) it is pretty hard to determine if they exemplify the principles of Christ in their personal lives. They may exemplify the principles of Buddah, or Muhammad as given to him by Allah, or some other set of principles that may be very similar to the teachings of Christ as we know them. As my Soror said, we are not a "Christian" organization. We were not founded "for" Christians as APO was founded "for" former Boy Scouts. We were founded "for" college educated women who have a commitment to serving their community.
If you really take the time to think about it, the principles we were founded on are not Christian per se. Principles of charity, service, fellowship, dedication can be found in all religions and more importantly in all PEOPLE. Just because, for example, someone does not believe in God does not mean that he/she does not wish to associate with friends and family (fellowship). It does not mean that she/he will not do regulary help someone less fortunate (charity, service) and it does not mean that person will not see a cause out to it's end (dedication).
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From what you have told me, Delta Sigma Theta is not a Christian organization. I am basically looking for a simple yes or no answer. I am not making my above conclusion to disgrace or "snub" my nose at Delta in any way. It is very good to have moral principles to follow in ANY organization. I just wanted a definitive answer to my question from a fellow member and I am looking for similar responses from other NPHC org members.
Thank you Deltas for responding.
What about the other eight NPHC orgs. Are you Christian organizations?
Rain Man