Well, I don't think I got that job

[TexasBushwhacker]

I interviewed for a part time bookkeeping job today. I'm fully qualified and actually want to work a shortened schedule, as opposed to someone who takes a part time gig while they're looking for something full time. So they took me into the conference room and there is some big bible quote on one wall. They then point out that they are a faith based company. Biblical bookkeeping I guess.

I suppose I could have just kept my mouth shut, but I just couldn't. I have no issue with xtian artwork and music. Well, the music maybe (LOL). But when it was brought up a second time, I told them "Just so you know, I was raised that religion was a personal and family matter. I hope you're okay with that."

So I don't know if they'll still want me. I don't care if they ARE religious. Most of my extended family and friends are. I'll even go to a Unitarian church now and then, since that's the church I attended growing up. I'm certainly not a militant atheist. I just don't discuss religion or politics at work.

[Warpy]

1. You might get the job

but you'll have people bible babbling at you all day, every day. You can smile and nod and say "that's nice" but don't think you will discourage them.

I don't wear my atheism on my sleeve (or around my neck) at work, either. When I say it's nobody else's business, I stick to it.

[TexasBushwhacker]

3. Yeah, if they agree not to prosthelytize there religion

I won't try to educate them on the wonders of science and the therapeutic effects of music and ice cream.

[progressoid]

2. I'm not sure I'd want that job.

I used to work for an super religious RWer. I think the stress took a couple years off my life.

[TexasBushwhacker]

4. I don't really have that luxury in Texas

Yes, I would prefer not to, but I haven't worked since February. If they want me, I'll take it. It's a temp to perm, so if it's unbearable I can just leave.

[progressoid]

5. I completely understand.

It took me 10 years to leave the job I mentioned above. Sometimes you have to grin and bear it!

[TexasBushwhacker]

6. And have an adult beverage n/t

[TexasBushwhacker]

7. Didn't get it

They said that it was because I said something negative about a former employer. I didn't think I had, but whatever.

[edhopper]

8. they probabl preffered

a less qualified Xian.

[TexasBushwhacker]

9. I don't know

I didn't say I was an atheist, or even the kinder, gentler "not religious". I said I was raised that matters of faith were personal and private. She said, "Not me. I'm loud and proud! But maybe my eyes got big when she said "Without God, I am nothing."

[edhopper]

10. They want

big, loud Chistains. I've seen the type.

[TexasBushwhacker]

11. Yeah, Texas is known for bigger and louder

The funny thing is, when I think of "loud and proud" I think of gay activists.

I also think of this

Chapter 6 of the Book of Matthew:

5 And when you pray, do not be like the hypocrites, for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the street corners to be seen by others. Truly I tell you, they have received their reward in full.
6 But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you.
7 And when you pray, do not keep on babbling like pagans, for they think they will be heard because of their many words.
8 Do not be like them, for your Father knows what you need before you ask him.

[Freelancer]

13. Wow. God was probably in the next room waiting for the screener's ok

Now you'll never get to ask the big questions -- like what the deal is with Ryan Seacrest. Angel? Demon? Alien? Thanks to your Atheism, the world may never know.

Seriously though, you would be miserable working there. I'd think twice about it. If you do get hired, it may be because they consider it their duty and a challenge to convert you.

If they call you back, and faith comes up, you might tell them that the last place you worked at was faith based too, but that you won them over to secularism. If they ask why you don't work there anymore, just say that you showed up for work one day and there was a sign up saying "closed due to the meaninglessness of existence."

"Let the blankness of their expressions be as a soothing balm unto thee." --An Atheist's Bible (not a real thing, but should be).

Of course, eating and paying bills is nice too. So, there is that.

[Mariana]

12. If you do get the job, be careful.

My experience, and that of some people I know, is that the more someone talks about being a Christian, the less likely they are to be honest in their dealings with customers, employees, and people in general - especially those who aren't members of their own church or their particular flavor of Christianity.

[Brainstormy]

14. You would not have been happy there.

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Think of it as having dodged a bullet.