CHURCH is for spiritual needs and support waking God’s will out. Social frats are just that social; they have events , trips etc with no judgement. At time church events can be judgement from what you’re wearing to your personality. People just want a safe place to be social and have fun; a lot of times church isn’t that.
As a Catholic and an Elks member the Elks Lodge is completely compatible with the Christian faith. The Elks are not a religion. It is a social fraternity. Yes you need to have a belief in God to be a member, but otherwise it’s a benevolent and social organization that unites men and women that want to help their community and country. We support children, veterans, elderly, etc. in our communities plus have a lot of fun social events. It’s nothing like the Masonic organizations. As a Catholic we are not even allowed to be members of the Masons.
Whats your Bible say about making oaths? Ever read what Jesus said about having 2 'masters'? You masons honor God with your lips but your hearts are far from Him. @herschelsquirts2338
As an Christian and 13-year Elk, the Elks are completely compatible with faith. The point of the Elks is not social. Of course, there are social aspects to the Lodge, but the purpose is serving veterans, the local community. In other words, another place to be God's hands and feet.
Elks and Moose lodges are great. I see no problem with either organization and a person's religion, just as long as you believe in God. Also, the Pythians are interesting. The masons are strange, a bit boring, and have a giant list of masonic organizations one can join if you're wealthy, as each group costs money every year for dues. The masons seem like a pyramid scheme to some degree. The fraternal order of eagles is also a good group to be part of. I've been a member of all and can say the animal lodges are best compared to the masons.
I have been a Moose Member for many years and I am a Christian. Moose Lodges benefits Moosehaven (elderly) and Mooseheart (children). Moose Lodges also do a lot for the community. Our 9 o'clock prayer is quoted from the Bible. I'm proud to be a Christian AND a Moose member. I disciple there!
Well. I was a member of the Moose. I had to be because I was their bartender. But my Great Grandfather was a preacher and a member of the Masons. I have repented for both, and the generational curses that were put upon me by his sworn practices. I am glad I am free in Jesus, and that He opened my eyes to see and know Truth. Gods word is truth. The Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us.
@@allaboutmycats454 genuinely curious. What curses, how could something your grandfather did curse you? Again genuinely curiosity, never heard of something like that.
I think it is really none of your business. The church’s problem with fraternal organizations is that people spend their time there and money there. People go to church to network people attend fraternal organizations for the same reason.
Skip the small talk. We all have busy days. Please stick to the topic so I don't have to scroll past the small talk to look for the actual topic.
CHURCH is for spiritual needs and support waking God’s will out. Social frats are just that social; they have events , trips etc with no judgement. At time church events can be judgement from what you’re wearing to your personality. People just want a safe place to be social and have fun; a lot of times church isn’t that.
As a Catholic and an Elks member the Elks Lodge is completely compatible with the Christian faith. The Elks are not a religion. It is a social fraternity. Yes you need to have a belief in God to be a member, but otherwise it’s a benevolent and social organization that unites men and women that want to help their community and country. We support children, veterans, elderly, etc. in our communities plus have a lot of fun social events. It’s nothing like the Masonic organizations. As a Catholic we are not even allowed to be members of the Masons.
I’ve been a Mason for over 25 years and I’ve known many members who were Catholic.
@herschelsquirts2338 Yes, I know some that have been as well, but I know the Church frowns upon it.
Why is that?
Whats your Bible say about making oaths? Ever read what Jesus said about having 2 'masters'?
You masons honor God with your lips but your hearts are far from Him. @herschelsquirts2338
@@dudebro1764 secret initiation rituals that contain a lot of pagan imagery and influence, for one.
As an Christian and 13-year Elk, the Elks are completely compatible with faith. The point of the Elks is not social. Of course, there are social aspects to the Lodge, but the purpose is serving veterans, the local community. In other words, another place to be God's hands and feet.
How about joining the Knights of Colombus?
Elks and Moose lodges are great. I see no problem with either organization and a person's religion, just as long as you believe in God. Also, the Pythians are interesting. The masons are strange, a bit boring, and have a giant list of masonic organizations one can join if you're wealthy, as each group costs money every year for dues. The masons seem like a pyramid scheme to some degree. The fraternal order of eagles is also a good group to be part of. I've been a member of all and can say the animal lodges are best compared to the masons.
I have been a Moose Member for many years and I am a Christian. Moose Lodges benefits Moosehaven (elderly) and Mooseheart (children). Moose Lodges also do a lot for the community. Our 9 o'clock prayer is quoted from the Bible. I'm proud to be a Christian AND a Moose member. I disciple there!
Well. I was a member of the Moose. I had to be because I was their bartender. But my Great Grandfather was a preacher and a member of the Masons. I have repented for both, and the generational curses that were put upon me by his sworn practices. I am glad I am free in Jesus, and that He opened my eyes to see and know Truth. Gods word is truth. The Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us.
@@allaboutmycats454 genuinely curious. What curses, how could something your grandfather did curse you? Again genuinely curiosity, never heard of something like that.
Why would you say “I disciple there.” That scares me. Weird way to phrase it.
I think it is really none of your business. The church’s problem with fraternal organizations is that people spend their time there and money there. People go to church to network people attend fraternal organizations for the same reason.
Is this the Pope's review board?? Or the watch tower??
What church are u talking about??
Some are service organizations and some are faternal organizations, these are not churchs!!