Posted on 05/10/2010 10:06:22 AM PDT by Mobile Vulgus
Big Brother says elderly visitors to federally funded meals at a Georgia senior citizen's center aren't allowed to pray to that absurd, dangerous Christian God of theirs. Obama's Big Brother government contends that since it has paid for their meals the government has the right to slam its iron boot heel down on the necks of those seasoned citizens that dare to engage in such an apostasy toward the state.
Seem absurd? Well it is but that is what happens when the feds roll into town and begin to hand out money. They feel the right to dictate what everyone is allowed or not allowed to do and in the case of Port Wentworth's Ed Young Senior Citizens Center near Savannah that is to tell these old folks that they are not allowed to pray before a meal.
There are federal "guidelines" to observe, after all and the federal government's rules say none of that ridiculous Christian stuff will go on if the feds supply even a penny of funding. Old folks that want to pray are banned from doing so and if they don't like it, why they can go hungry because the new Uncle Sam is a crusader against religion.
Well, at least one religion, anyway.
Read the rest at Publiusforum.com...
Does anyone know EXACTLY what the rules are that this food service VP is referring to? Does anyone know the EXACT wording of the guidelines this guy is referring to? Is there a copy available online of the guidelines he is referring to? THIS is something we need to see.
The policy was revoked because of public pressure. This demonstrates the need to remain ever vigilant and shine the light of truth on these fascists. The war for freedom does not involve only major battles in Washington and the State capitols, it is going on day-by-day in every small town and neighbourhood across America.
Bullcrap. Let them bow their heads in silent prayer. If the feds assume they're praying, let them try to prove it. For all the feds know, they were taking a moment for silent reflection on the generosity of Gaia and the wonders of multiculturalism.
Who cares what they say. Do it anyway. Force the issues and make Big Gov. Inc. have to try to enforce their silly rules. They can’t do it.
The $5.50 comes from taxpayers all over the country, some of which would be fine with the prayer, and some who would not.
So it's just like schools. You've got to cut that federal umbilical if you want to be free.
Sorry, but that’s wrong. There is nothing anywhere that says “Your activities have to be completely non-religous if you receives federal funds”
Does the government prevent people who receive food stamps from praying? Are religous groups allowed at high schools or colleges that receive federal funds? Are there chaplins in the military?
This was an administrator reading too far into the “separation of church and state” rules while ignoring “the free expression of religion” piece of the Constitution. Nothing more.
#1- I don’t jump through other people’s hoops. What makes you think you are important enough for me to reply to?
#2, in truth I was not able to get to a computer for most of yesterday due to tech. troubles so I never saw your question until just right now.
#3- I wasn’t the one saying there WAS such a law it was the moron running the senior meals program.
Vaguely remember that UMass co-ed bathrooms.
How come your sister’s roommate’s shoes made the diff?
So essentially many people today are comfortable with the coed restroom idea, having already been implemented in some Universities. I’m sure the dons of yesteryear would agree /s.
Well, you can imagine how it ended up. The gummint, who takes tax monies from all religions and non-religious seniors as well, knew it would never be able to serve a meal in peace with everybody chiming in with their particular prayer because it sounded too much like everyone was speaking in tongues and the Pilgrim Holiness and pentacostal contingents objected because it wasn't true tongues.
Maybe they could pray for the $0.55 portion of their food. How could the feds stop them from praying for the food that they bought. I think the creamed peas need a lot of prayer. They have got to be less than 55 cents per serving.
As a recipient of such a delight on many occasions, I can heartily agree. More prayers for the peas, please!
So they'd think it was her roomie in the stall.
If you view it in the context of an 18-year old girl who'd been raised in those halcyon days when modesty was actually considered a virtue, it might make more sense.
She was just making a joke to illustrate her discomfort; I guess (not for the first time) I failed to make myself clear.
You have a good idea. Although personally I would cast creamed peas into the lake of fire. Without a moment's regret.
Couldn’t agree more
At times when I go out to music joints, the convention now seems to be unisex restrooms - only one person at a time but either gender.
I honestly don’t know how women put up with this. Especially as the night wears on.
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