Being a Christian and wanting to become a member of a frat or sorority

[phitheta376]

I don't know about other organizations, but most of the symbols and teachings related to Lambda Chi Alpha are based directly on the Bible and the teachings of Jesus Christ. While a lot of our brothers don't live lives that are especially Christ-like (myself included), anytime I've dealt with a prospect that had an interest in Christianity, I've tried to show him that those ideas are what we're based on. Any Christian that is serious about turning ideas into action should at least be open to the idea of going Greek - while not everyone will share your ideas and attitudes about morality, the philanthropies, the charity work, and the acts associated with being a true brother are the most "Christ-like" activities you'll find in any collegiate organization. And yeah, at least on my campus that includes ones with overtly religious themes.

[33girl]

Originally Posted by phitheta376

I don't know about other organizations, but most of the symbols and teachings related to Lambda Chi Alpha are based directly on the Bible and the teachings of Jesus Christ. While a lot of our brothers don't live lives that are especially Christ-like (myself included), anytime I've dealt with a prospect that had an interest in Christianity, I've tried to show him that those ideas are what we're based on. Any Christian that is serious about turning ideas into action should at least be open to the idea of going Greek - while not everyone will share your ideas and attitudes about morality, the philanthropies, the charity work, and the acts associated with being a true brother are the most "Christ-like" activities you'll find in any collegiate organization. And yeah, at least on my campus that includes ones with overtly religious themes.

What if you have a prospective member who isn't Christian? Is he welcomed as well?

You can espouse "Christian ideals" without being a professed Christian (the same as you can shout about how much of a Christian you are and really not follow Christian ideals).

[phitheta376]

Originally Posted by 33girl

What if you have a prospective member who isn't Christian? Is he welcomed as well?

You can espouse "Christian ideals" without being a professed Christian (the same as you can shout about how much of a Christian you are and really not follow Christian ideals).

Yeah - we have tons of brothers from other religions, or that are atheists. If I encountered a prospect that was a Christian that's just what I would say, and its just one interpretation of what we stand for.