Bad news

[orangehaggis]

I've belonged to several solid, Bible-believing orthodox Anglican churches. Not only did folks like seeing me in the kilt on Christmas and Easter, but I wasn't alone! In one parish, the senior church warden (who had not so much as a drop of Scots blood in him) wore the kilt on high holy days. In my current parish, the vicar owns a belted plaid! We had a St. Andrew's dinner complete with kilt-clad haggis bearer and piper in 2004.

Regards,
Mark (a proudly kilt-clad Christian)

Disclaimer: I struggle with kilt puritanism ... sometimes I consider utilikilts, sportkilts, and like products as blasphemy! :-\ Perhaps you should try wearing an 8-yarder to work. ;-)

[A Dhuglas]

Hermann - I hope more catholic (in Ignatius's sense of the word not Rome) minds come to bear on the issue. I like to think that Luther would have your back on this one, too. He wasn't a big fan of those who misused their power and influence.

I cannot help wondering why this one person's perception preempts those of all others? After all, you don't mention kilt-wearing concerns voiced by any other boardmember, person at the facility or congregant. Just this one man.

If the other members of the Board and adminstration yield to this man so readily, I fear for the 'Christian' outlook of your House. Seems to me that either the Board has been superceded by a cult of personality built around this man or the Board is being unduly influenced by one person's agenda. Either situation is bad. I'll hold off from further comment that might tank this post.

It would be enlightening to know what, specifically, makes this guy uncomfortable. I think they owe you that in light of issuing you a written directive forbidding you to ever appear on the grounds kilted.

You've got a good view on the "God first, family second and career third" concept. One's principles sometimes must yield to full bellies, a roof over the head, etc. Maybe this current hiccup is an opportunity to help a misguided fellow Christian.

Keep the faith.

[clancelt]

Bad news! Today I was told I am not allowed to wear my kilt to work any more!

When we recieved our Certificate of Quality Management last month a member of our board sat next to me. HE felt uncomfortable sitting next to "a man in a skirt"! He brought it up at the next board meeting. There it was decided that I schould not wear my kilt when working!

He has problems, I have to wear trousers! ****!!!

Go with a nice pair of trews, go with a LOUD tartan though ;)