Church?

I doubt that cyclists as a group are less religious than any other group. I've noticed that running events are often on Sunday mornings as are more and more other sports events, but I assumed this is because of competition for available time and resources. With Monday-Friday work schedules, weekends are good for recreational activities and with mornings being good for cycling, running, etc. due to the lowest temperatures of the day, that makes Saturday and Sunday mornings good options. Also, lots of businesses used to be closed on Sundays but now most are open Sunday afternoons if not all day Sunday.

I've enjoyed this thread, too, and have been very impressed with how respectful everyone has been. It may have shifted to a non-cycling topic - and gone a little off limits for this forum's rules - but I must say it's been enlightening to read about the wide variety of viewpoints. When it comes to the poll, I haven't been much of a churchgoer since my college years although I used to attend regularly. However, I would attend an alternate service to accomodate good outdoor time, and I have friends who are more committed to their church attendance that do attend alternate services for the same reason. My faith is very personal to me and time being "alone" with God - on the bike, on the running paths, or even at home in a room by myself for that matter - is some of the best. Sometimes I do miss the spiritual nurturing from attending church, but church isn't strictly a Sunday morning idea for me.

Thanks for starting the thread, and thanks everyone for being such a unique group that can make this work! :)

Deb

I agree, this has been an interesting thread to read. I have enjoyed learning more about all of you and your beliefs.

I believe people should be able to worship whatever they want, any way they want.

My family and I attend church every Sunday and we volunteer and participate in various church activities during the week as well. My religious beliefs are a constant guide for me in my daily activities. Many years ago, when I was a competitive runner, I made the decision not to ride, run, train, etc. on Sundays. I don't regret my decision, but wish some of the BIG bike, tri and running events were not on Sunday as I would like to participate.