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I'm wondering what a "good" response is when asked in the Bible Belt: "What church do you go to?" When I mention a "good" response, I'm thinking that I would not like to offend the person asking the question. I am not a religious person at all, and in some situations, non-religious folks find themselves living or working or socializing with more religious folks. So, I'm wondering what a "good" response is, one that doesn't project any put-down or negativity of someone else's beliefs. Any thoughts?
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Why don't you just say, "I really don't like to talk about religion b/c it's a personal choice. I hope you respect my wishes"
This is good option. In some areas in the US, it's a common question, What church do you attend? My preference is not to offend the questioner, since it may be part of the culture in some parts of the US and an invitation to be social. I like the idea of saying that I really don't talk about religion...
I'm wondering what a "good" response is when asked in the Bible Belt: "What church do you go to?" When I mention a "good" response, I'm thinking that I would not like to offend the person asking the question. I am not a religious person at all, and in some situations, non-religious folks find themselves living or working or socializing with more religious folks. So, I'm wondering what a "good" response is, one that doesn't project any put-down or negativity of someone else's beliefs. Any thoughts?
Oh, if this isn't a good spot for this question, please suggest a better forum!
Try telling them the truth. I used to live in the Bible Belt, and I was rabidly atheistic at the time. When people asked me where I went to church, I simply said, "I don't go to church", and changed the subject. Most people weren't offended. And the ones that were, I didn't care to know anyways. I just put it as a flat fact, no commentary included or intended.
I was born and raised in Texas and I think I can count on one hand the number of times someone has asked me which church I go to.
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