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Re: Flaming, Preaching, Call it what you like...
From: AnnMarie (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Wed, 29 Oct 1997 13:43:23 +0000
> Date: Tue, 28 Oct 1997 14:53:50 -0600
> Reply-to: womens-health@obgyn.net
> From: smn@bcl.net (Anne)
> To: Multiple recipients of list <womens-health@talk.obgyn.net>
> Subject: Flaming, Preaching, Call it what you like...
> Hello,
>
> Having been a DIE-HARD reader and participant patient here on the forum
> since February I have noticed that more than once there have been posts
> preaching and flaming other forum participants. It is sickening.
> Although I heartily believe in the kind words and prayers that are given
> to those with difficulties(I myself have given them at times), it is
> infuriating to see people from a strictly Christian background preach to
> others of whom they know not their religious affiliation.
> We must remember there are many,many women from all over the world
> reading our forum. Many women from a multitude of religious backgrounds
> and ethnicities seek MEDICAL advice from our wonderful doctors. Let us
> not assume they all need a Christian internet cleansing. The Forum is
> here to provide MEDICAL advice and female comradery. Let's keep it that
> way.
> I personally feel touched when someone says their prayers are with
> someone else, however I do not necessarily ASSUME that the prayers are
> Christian. I am just glad they are there unconditionally and without a
> sermon.
>
> Sorry if this was a little steamy...but I meant every word of it.
>
> Anne N.
>
You said it, Girl!! : ) I have to agree with you.
~~~
AnnMarie Walsh
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