Should churches care about others less fortunate?

The church I go to is very small, and we don't have the money to do a lot of that stuff. God knows that.

That church does not sound suitable..is there many other churches around for you to choose from Vicki?

The Church is to be about God's business. People make up the church. The Bible tells us to care for widows and orphans and the strangers in our gates. If a congregation is not doing this in some form it is not the body of Christ but a social club.I am sorry your church is dominated by the one family. Our church is dominated by one family, but in a positive way. It draws people in and cares for them and accepts and prays for them. We are supporting local causes and ministries, like a local ministry that helps single mothers, and we make gowns for hospice patients and bedrolls for the homeless. We have voted to create a scholarship fund for any student attending a Christian School. We support two different foreign missions families. Our congregation is small, on a good day we have thirty in attendance, but we are faithful stewards. I am sure I do not know all that we do. Mostly we are older members.

I am a catholic and the Church is supposed to care about ALL the less fortunate and no matter their religion. Does this always happen? I do not think so, but some Priests are a lot better than others.

That sounds way less than ideal.

I am completely done with organized religion. They bring politics to the pulpit, and I do not like that. I do have my own firm beliefs, and the best church I know of is outside with nature, or somewhere quiet for a time. I will not attend a church who has a preferred candidate and lets people know who they should support.

It sounds like that church never goes out of their comfort zone.

It shouldn't be about churches but about the people. You need to look within yourself and ask if that is what you want to be associated with. You can help people without belonging to a church. You can spread God's word. Whatever group of people you are now hanging around on Sunday with don't seem to be Christians. You can still spread religion without a building. Even as one person you can pick someone to help when you are able. Example: If they need food buy them some groceries, cook a meal for someone lonely, paint if they can't afford to paint their house, help them fix their house, buy them clothes, if they have kids buy basics, if your able to buy them a big need then do so. Every year I try to help at least one family. I don't go to church but I'm spreading good. I'm Christian but I don't have the right to judge others and flick my nose at them. Quite honestly i've been helped before. Trust me when I say it means more when it comes from an individual and not a group. I use to sell Avon and I would put a flyer in the book about donations and asking who to help. I would choose one person and give details for donations. It was amazing! Maybe you're put in the church to be an example or to leave with cause. You don't need a church and you should help others regardless of religion or their religion.

I can call myself spiritual. I do not go to church Churches must think of the poor

I think it is fine for them to do this. However, there are times that these people are being abusive to their kindness. If I were them, I prefer to teach and undergo training about livelihood programs. In this way, they can acquire soft skills and be able to earn a living for having them.

@1creekgirl1 The same type of questions arose in my mind several times. I am a Born again Christian from Hindu Religion. I was much excited to go Church & hearing the gospel of God. "Just read the words of Jesus for yourself" is the apt line for every Human in this Earth. Just add one more line " ....& try to follow those words ! ! "

I was raised a Lutheran but the only churches where I live are Gree Orthodox, I say a morning prayer and the Lord's Prayer at night. I also read Bible passages and I know the Lord is with me each day,

I'm sorry your church is such a disappointment. Keep searching. I'm sure you'll find where you're meant to be. Have a blessed day.

Yes, I do believe the church ought to take care of those less fortunate. I would advise you to pray about it and ask God to send you to the church He wants you at. And if you can't go to church in person some Sundays, try watching church services online in your area. You can get a feel for t he church/Pastor before even venturing out to the church. Every time in my life I have looked for a new church, I prayed about it and God showed me/us where He wanted us to be.

Churches definitely should help the unfortunate.

I pray that you find a better church .

My church is outside in the garden or on a wood's trail. My hubby's church is an affirming one- a few months ago he found a small congregation that "affirms"- if you're gay or otherwise polkadotted, go on in and feel the love. The pastor lady is an amazing human being. She loves the world even as she dyes her hair purple when she's in the mood.

I hope you find a church that suits you.

Each church is called to do God's work. I would definitely continue to raise this concern. You don't have to wait on them. You can do these things yourself. Prepare bag lunches and visit these people. And donate clothing and money to organizations. And Continue to search for the right church for you.

Maybe you can find another church where you want to stay.