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To: wintertime
As the child of evangelical parents, I was in church almost every day.

Got very sick of it. As soon as I was somewhat independent, I quit doing that and never went back, except for the occasional wedding or funeral.

That was nearly 50 years ago. I won't be changing that.

5 posted on 01/12/2013 2:55:13 PM PST by elkfersupper ( Member of the Original Defiant Class)
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To: elkfersupper
Did you attend public schools?

Yes this is anecdotal, but I have noticed that children who are homeschooled look forward to going to church to meet with and socialize with friends and ( as they grow older) listening to the sermons, actively participating in Sunday School class, and taking on leadership positions. The children who are institutionalized for their schooling look at going to church as just another tedious **school** experience. ( Brick and mortar church buildings, sitting still, more talks ( sermons), etc.)

Also....It has been my observation that the children who attend government school feel pulled in two directions. It's like they are the cart and the parents are one set of oxen pulling in one direction and the godless school environment is pulling in another.

The statistics show that 95% of homeschoolers ( in complete contrast to government schooled children) remain active in their faith. Maybe it is because they don't feel pulled apart.

6 posted on 01/12/2013 3:10:45 PM PST by wintertime
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