GlockRDH
Regular Member
Im getting ready to head out to church...how many of you OC there? Just curious...
i'd run it by your pastor first. Maybe he would want to make an announcement about it to the congregation.
Different denominations have varied views on non-resistance and ocing would be one of those touchy areas.
Considering that it is private property and sanctuary from the Leviathan, that might work, with the concurrence of the local synod/presbyter/council. Generally speaking the pastor is not authoritative.If you just want it there for the protection and do not want to make any statement then ccw while in church and enjoy the service.
It is also private property and not yours.I OC all the time at my church ... And I did not ask for permission. I never ask it's my RIGHT.
Luke 22:36 NIV translation
"But now if you have a purse, take it, and also a bag; and if you don't have a sword, sell your cloak and buy one."
Seems as though our savior new that we needed to be able to protect ourselves.
It's private property and should be respected as such. If the Pastor say no, too bad for you. That is no place to start a urination contest.
It works different ways at different places. However, in many cases, it is not the pastor's decision.