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Originally Posted by Pressing-On
Okay, I will relax.
I think I might agree that some of that mindset did take place, but it if it did, it was 30 years or more ago. The whole nation was more conservative and strict in every way, which, IMO, made some churches appear less compassionate.
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It was as recent as 4 years ago. Most of the time people express that they'd like to but that they are too busy.
I'm not doubting their salvation or anything. I'm just saying that when I volunteered that first time, I was deeply affected and convicted about my selfishness. I certainly didn't seem selfish in my own eyes prior to going, but after volunteering it really opened my eyes. Not to mention, Christina's passion for helping those in need is a constant thing unfolding before me because she works for St. Vincent de Paul and assists those in need daily.