Can't imagine that anybody is asking me, but when it is a dear friend, I think I will go to the funeral, not the service in the KH.
For a wedding ? no way. don't have relatives there and don't know anybody important enough (for me).
Would You Go Back To A Kingdom Hall For A Funeral or Wedding?
by minimus 81 Replies latest jw friends
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minimus
SpecialK, I looked thru your topics and I didn't see anything.
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Purza
I have already thought about this since my parents are getting up there. My answer is NO. Not for a wedding or a funeral. My dad does not speak to me while we are both alive -- so I am sure he would prefer it if I were not there to "remember" him.
For me, there is too much emotional stress involved when I step foot inside a KH. I would rather not put myself through that.
Purza
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RR
Going to a Kingdom Hall is the same as going to a funeral in my book!
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minimus
and it's the same as being in a "company" or "ecclesia".
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Insomniac
As much as I totally respect the opinions of others here who feel differently, I would go to these events, in a heartbeat. I left behind some dear friends at the hall, not to mention family members. These are people I love unconditionally, even if they are under too much cult influence to return my love in kind. I just could not turn my back on the people I care about, merely to make a point about how I feel about their religion.
I suppose that, if I were specifically asked not to attend, I'd have to respect the family's wishes, otherwise I would only cause hurt feelings on a special day. However, if invited, I would show up on time, dressed modestly, and politely sit through the talk, just as I would if I had to attend an event at Catholic church (where the rest of my family attends). It all comes down to being polite, and not shunning those whom I don't want to be shunned by.
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franklin J
yes, I already have. For a funeral service.
My deflector sheilds held up brilliantly. I left the KH that nite with freedom written all over me! No issues what so ever.
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minimus
Hey Frank, we gotta touch base. I'll be in NYC at the end of the month.
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franklin J
drop a line min, when you will be in town....
Anyone else out there want to join us in NYC drop a PM to one of us....
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blondie
No and no. I would send a card/flowers for a funeral though (and have) and send a card for a wedding.
Blondie