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Old 08-20-2007, 08:16 PM   #4
Jeff Lebowski
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Originally Posted by Tex View Post
When I get home I can give you the guideliness for what is proscribed, but your list is more or less correct. Also, you cannot pay tithing.

Actually, what you're describing is encouraged (assuming you're not a danger to the community, etc.). Part of the desire when someone is disciplined in this manner is that they return to full fellowship, and regular participation in church functions is definitely a plus in that respect.
I am not sure it is a factual statistic, but I have heard several times that only about 10% of ex'ed members return to the church. If that is the case, our batting average for "helping people repent" isn't too good.
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