DD being bullied....

[Fudgie]

I am a Christian. I understand you are not, I have to admit, i have not read all the threads but felt like I needed to say something. First I am so sorry that these kids feel like they need to bully your DD into believing like they do. It is one thing to express your beliefs and educate others in how you believe but that is not what this group is doing. it is downright bullying and pressuring her to believe like them. That is not a Christian attitude they are showing. They have crossed the line. I do agree that this qualifies as a hate crime. You can express it to the counselors or school administration that way. Your DD does not treat them that way because of their beliefs!

Again i am so sorry that your DD has to encounter this sort of "Christianity." It surely will not encourange her to want to believe in Jesus' teachings, if this is an example of the teachings. I would not want to if I were her.

Even though you don't believe in Christian teachings, I will be praying for you all especially your DD to get through this and the others to lay off and let her be.

 

[antiquebuff]

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I agree with this!

 

[Rte.66_chicks]

Your daughter seems wise beyond her years-probably because of the way you have taught her.

As an atheist and a teacher, if my students ask if I am Christian or believe in God, I tell them that my belief system is very personal and evidence-based, they are satisfied with that.

As far as teaching "religion" in public schools, of course it should not be, but the huge influence of religion throughout history and current events, and its effect on scientific advancement, art, music, you name it, cannot be left out. Its role in wars that have occurred and are occuring is huge. Religion is not being taught, but its influences must be.

 

[chook pen jen]

IT makes me so sad to see bullying like that.DO see the teacher& follow up with it untill it is settled.At least then DD will know you will allways suport her .

 

[ksacres]

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I agree with this!

As do I. Not all kids are mean. It's entirely possible that they want to "save" their friend b/c Christianity teaches that terrible things happen to nonbelievers. They, more than likely, are worried about their friend and aren't yet old enough to understand that there can be other belief systems. (I am a Christian, I believe in God, but if you don't, that's fine too)

 

[SpottedCrow]

That is fantastic WHAT...she's an amazing little girl!

I agree with Gandhi also...
My DH says to me the other day, "For a witch you're a much better Christian than the ones who actually are."

Thank you for your input, JMajors..too many think in terms of I'm right, you're wrong.

 

[AngieChick]

It sounds like you and your daughter made a good judgement call based on your individual situation. She sounds like a very bright, sweet child.

 

[I have WHAT in my yard?]

I appreciate everyone's input on this. It is a very hard thing to deal with. She is still very young to have "confidence" in her beliefs and I want her to be able to make her own choices about her beliefs. If she decides at some future date to become a christian, OK. I just hope she is a true one.

Some of the most christian people I have met were buddhists!

I agree with Rte 66. One of the failings of our schools is that in our attempt to avoid teaching religion we fail to teach ABOUT religion. This is a failing for us as a nation because it leaves us getting our understanding of the world's religions from our own religion or those who support one perspective. Because of this we do not understand cultures that believe differently.

It makes us woefully ignorant on the world stage. But, we will never be able to teach it because too many people believe that there is only ONE approach and that is all that can be taught. I am constantly shocked at how little people know about the religion they profess to be!

 

[FunnyFarmer]

I have WHAT in my yard? :

I appreciate everyone's input on this. It is a very hard thing to deal with. She is still very young to have "confidence" in her beliefs and I want her to be able to make her own choices about her beliefs. If she decides at some future date to become a christian, OK. I just hope she is a true one.

Some of the most christian people I have met were buddhists!

Judging by what I remember from when I was that age, and with beliefs that put me in a minority on the playground, you're doing the best thing you could be doing right now. You're making very sure that she knows what YOUR beliefs are, and that YOU are okay with her beliefs. Her parents are still a bigger influence than the other kids, for now--as long as she knows you support her she'll be okay.

I have found Buddhism and Christianity to be wonderful complements--I'm Christian but I've learned a whole lot from Buddhism. Most of us could benefit from worrying less about our beliefs and more about our actions and attitudes!​

 

[HorseFeathers]

Your daughter seems like a wonderfully wise human bean. I'm sure you guys will come through.