Today our discussion topic “Cocktails & Pastors: Does The Congregation Drive Ministers To Drink? #TipsyPastor” We will host a lively conversation of why alcohol is often frowned upon or judged negatively by religious faiths and people of the church.
We will lead a thought-provoking, healthy, mature, and fun conversation about the sociological and religious perspectives of drinking and being clergy or a member of a church. We will explore if the stresses of dealing with congregations can drive ministers to drink alcohol to assist them in relaxing, releasing, and unwinding. When being part of the spiritual community, the church often judges you. However, studies show that 85% of Americans are having at least one alcoholic drink a week. We will also discuss many other issues that potentially may arise while drinking and being a leader of the faith community.
What are the ‘Do’s and Don’ts’ of drinking in the religious world? When drinking and being part of the spiritual community, the church often judges you. Is it okay for a pastor to purchase alcohol at a liquor store or sit at the bar with a drink? What should a parishioner do when at the liquor store or bar and they see their pastor purchasing alcohol? Is it okay to order a drink while at a church outing that serves alcohol (i.e. football or baseball game, etc…)? Is it okay for people to have a drink in their home while the Pastor is over having dinner or do you pretend that you don’t ordinarily have that bourbon or scotch to wash down your meal? These are only a few of the questions that we will ask just ahead.
While we want to provide fact-based information, we encourage each of our guests to answer honestly, as there is no right or wrong answer here on 100-Proof. As always, we keep it ONE HUNDRED here on 100-Proof. Your leading source for beverage industry news.
