Culture Clash: The challenge of Ministering to Immigrants

Abstract

        Last week, a lady from Forest Park Church invited me to come to her house for a single ladies’ get together. (This is because someone told her that I was complaining.) I gave it a thought, and decided to attend. I do not know who she is and she does not know who I am. I drove by her house to find the location, as I am not familiar with the area. She is a widow, her church is having a party for the married, and she decided to do something for the singles. She lives in a big mansion, and is retired. While visiting with her, she talked about the party and asked me to bring 2 bottles of soft drink. I wonder if these people ever give a glass of water to any one free. If you are invited to an American’s home, you had better take something otherwise do not eat or drink. This bugs me to death and I am wondering whether I should even go.