Do you carry to Church?

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But, whenever I strap on a weapon (for CC), I tend to start thinking of "why" I am arming myself. The blunt reality is that its because I want to feel "prepared" for the worst, should it ever arrive; I feel there is nothing wrong with that at all. However, when it comes to Sunday mornings, I just prefer to take a "break" (for the lack of a better word) from such thoughts and realities.

Now, this may seem counterintuitive to most, but it essentially boils down to a personal "preference" regarding a particular occasion rather than being demonstrative of my overall thoughts regarding preparation, safety and security during the rest of the week, months, years....life.
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You're right. It's your choice whether or not to carry a firearm wherever it may be. You have to feel comfortable with your decision and weigh the upsides and downsides. Carry isn't for everyone everywhere. Some people chose not to carry at all and that's fine too. The good thing is that you have a choice.

I carry everywhere possible including Church.
Just having a gun with me does not make me feel safe. My ability to use the gun properly in case of an evil attack is what I like. I asked God to show me if I was doing the right thing and he did........Luke 22:32 - 36 and 1st Samuel 17:40.
 
I know a couple of pastors that would let me bring a Bazooka in if it get me in their services.
When I do attend I do carry.
It's been a long time since I have found a spiritual leader that can separate GOD and money.
These days it's seems to go hand in hand.:(
 
I don't carry in church yet. It has to wait in the car.

Here in SC I think it is legal as long as you have permission from the Pastor or church authority. I just haven't figured a way to bring it up yet.

sclay
 
Yes, both in Colorado and Virginia

Yes, I do, and I have done so, in both Colorado and in Virginia.

Virginia has a special clause in the law disallowing concealed handguns in church without a "good and proper reason" -- as previously mentioned by user:CajunBass. After the serial mass church shootings, I began to carry regularly as I would have been obliged to explain my "good and proper reason" only in the event of an very serious and unfortunate criminal action by another human being.

Colorado law did not disallow church carry. So I carried regularly there.
 
I just haven't figured a way to bring it up yet.

sclay
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As a pastor, I can tell you just say something like....Hey Rev., want me to cover your six while you preach?:D

I would welcome any responsible CCW that would watch and protect the flock.
 
And many times He uses others to do the protecting:D

For he is God’s minister to you for good. But if you do evil, be afraid; for he does not bear the sword in vain; for he is God’s minister, an avenger to execute wrath on him who practices evil. Romans 13:4-5

And btw...the sword is not to spank folks with...it is an instrument of death.
 
Can we please keep the preaching off of here, this is a firearms related sight, not a religious site. I'm not trying to be rude, but if I want to hear all that, I'll go to church. Pastor or not, I don't think that's right.
 
I was making a joke - you made a sermon. I'm sorry if you misunderstood my joke for an actual question. - It wasn't. Maybe I should not have put my 2 cents in at all, I had no idea you would unload all that on me. Sorry if I offended you, It wasn't meant to.
 
This topic is like a Rubik's Cube made out of manure;the more you play with it, the stinkier your hands get.
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This phrase about says it all (if not exactly Rhodes scholar worthy). ;)

Given the "114" post count, this topic has essentially been beaten to death. Lets move on....
 
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