Reviving an ancient practice, churches are exposing sinners and shunning those who won't repent. Unfortunately, some of the worshipers are expelled not because of willful or unrepentant sins, but for criticizing the pastor on matters of church polity. "A lot of times, flocks aren't willing to submit or be obedient to God. If somebody is not willing to be helped, they forfeit their membership."
posted by mrducts on Jan 18, 2008 - 130 comments

Tsk, tsk, America. It seems that we may be collectively having a problem with being nice.
posted by moonbird on Nov 19, 2003 - 16 comments