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I am willing to bet that there would have been more boys interested if it was open to boys only.

I agree with that but I think it is also just part of the equation. When I was young it was a PRIVILEGE to be an altar boy.

I had a trial period and I was only accepted after I showed that I could do all of the prayers & responses and learn all of the tasks in serving the priests. I think when something is a challenge boys are more eager to be a part of it. If it is something anyone can do, why bother?

59 posted on 04/30/2013 7:49:15 AM PDT by Straight Vermonter (Posting from deep behind the Maple Curtain)

To: Straight Vermonter

I think when something is a challenge boys are more eager to be a part of it. If it is something anyone can do, why bother?

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Yes, well said!

67 posted on 04/30/2013 8:56:05 AM PDT by Bigg Red (Restore us, O God of hosts; let your face shine, that we may be saved! -Ps80)

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