09-12-2011, 09:25 AM
(09-12-2011, 08:56 AM)Flannel Bastard Wrote: That sounds more so like that particular church, as I'm a Catholic and none of the church's I've ever been a part of are that persistent in getting money..
Generally speaking, you're right, the majority of small-time churches don't manipulate people to that extent.
However, it's no secret that the leaders of the church treat it as some sort of business venture rather than a religion. And like any other business, it's highest priority is raking in more money.
They've been selling Jesus since day one.