Churchified

Churchified is a word I heard today. And it was like being struck in the head, because it fits so well! 

My parents were always churchified.  They went to church every week, and took us kids. But it took awhile for me to understand there was more than just going to church and it's functions. Which is probably why as an adult I switched churches. (not sure my parents were happy with that decision!)

My Aunt Margie was more than churchified. She was willing to share her belief, to pray with someone who had a need, etc. My parents didn't. Or couldn't. We said grace each night before dinner, but it was always the same kid's grace, never changed up, even on major holidays.  They told us or taught us how to act, to speak respectfully, respect elders, but was without religious context. 

As an adult, I have had my own issues with church and peoples' beliefs. And its something I've been working on. My actions as an adult when it comes to sharing my beliefs, well, I've never been an outspoken or pushy kind. But if someone asks, I'll share!!

Churchified.  I am definitely not that.