DoomUK Posted November 21, 2012 fraggle said:While I think it can be argued that religions do some good in encouraging and organising charity work, too often it's a case of "conflating charity work with religious proselytizing" I thought it was just me. Whenever that thought has struck my mind about Christian-based charity groups or otherwise, I've always felt a little guilty in light of the good work they do. It's a relief to know I'm not alone in having a problem with it. 0 Share this post Link to post
Belial Posted November 21, 2012 When talking about religious charities I can't help remembering about the frauds the Polish chapter of Caritas has been involved in and how they've admitted to spending up to 40% of the donations on administrative costs. Secular charities only. 0 Share this post Link to post
fraggle Posted November 21, 2012 I think the most frustrating case is seeing charitable organisations that honestly are doing good work, but who also have a bunch of unpleasant stuff attached to it that puts me off wanting to support them. Operation Christmas Child is one example; the Salvation Army is another - while they do good work in helping the poor, I can't in good conscience give money to an organisation that is also a homophobic lobbying group. 0 Share this post Link to post
boris Posted November 21, 2012 That bill fits pretty good to prosecution of goats for witchcraft and stonings of minor rape victims for extramarital sex. 0 Share this post Link to post