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Originally Posted by Wiggum_PI
This is a pretty unfair statement considering there are many organizations around the world dedicated to helping people in need, that were started by people of faith.
The Mustard Seed which provides shelter for homeless people and helps them find employment and become self-sufficient again, was started by a Christian. The Salvation Army, Samaritan's Purse, World Vision, Habitat for Humanity, ....(there are tons more that could be listed), are all Christian organizations that try to help people and make the world a better place to live in.
It seems like bashing Christians is the "cool" thing to do on CP, and everyone is so focused on the negatives that they forget all the good and positive contributions made by people of faith.
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Depends on your definition of a better place. For one, the Salvation Army actively fights same-sex marriage, all while claiming it opposes "those who vilify homosexuality."
http://salvationarmyusa.org/usn/www_...D?Opendocument
http://www.salvationarmyethics.org/p...ian-sexuality/
EDIT- Also, I hear about how the Church always gives money to charities and the like, which apologists use as evidence for how the Church is a positive influence in the world. My question is: Since Religious institutions get the most donations, why not cut out the middleman and donate directly to the charities? Seems like an easier way to help those in need.