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Recently, I read an article in The Atlantic by Derek Thompson, a self-proclaimed agnostic, entitled, “The True Cost of the Churchgoing Bust.” It reminded me of the column I wrote
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The serious decline in church attendance, whether complete absence or sporadic participation limited to Christmas and Easter, is not just an individual concern anymore; it’s evolving into a matter of national security, reflecting broader societal shifts and potential consequences for the nation’s survival.
There’s a charming old tale about three pastors hailing from the American South who found themselves sharing lunch at a quaint diner.
One of the pastors spoke up, a furrow of concern etched on his brow. “You know, ever since summer descended upon us, I’ve been grappling with a rather vexing issue at my church. Bats – countless bats – have taken up residence in our loft and attic. I’ve exhausted every conceivable method to rid ourselves of them – noise, sprays, traps, even enlisted the help of felines – but alas, they persist.”