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Hi. New here! Pretty new to a church. Not knew to church. They said if anybody wanted to go up and get prayed for to do so. I did. I felt so embarassed as I stood there (not knowing exactly where to stand) and nobody came. I feel so embarassed and let down really. I’m already struggling with my faith. I got prayed for but in the end it was rushed because we were finishing. Nobody really spoke to me after. My children LOVE the groups. I cant really let them go in and not go can I. Feel like I would be taking the mick. Do I speak to the church team about it or will they think I’m complaining? My mum goes and enjoys it. She has offered to take them, maybe i should take them up on offer. Any advice appreciated. Please be kind. Feeling a bit sensitive about it all. Emma
 

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Could be they're not used to people taking up the offer, could be a number of things.

Maybe mention it to someone sometime, but generally I'd brush it off as best I can.

I may be reading something between the lines that isn't there, but it's definitely not a "leave that place and never go back" thing. Your embarrassment is probably stronger than anything anyone else feels.
 
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I don’t know they asked me to come forward but I felt foolish. Not normally if they ask you to come to front I don’t think.
Do you normally experience social anxiety?
 
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Hi. New here! Pretty new to a church. Not knew to church. They said if anybody wanted to go up and get prayed for to do so. I did. I felt so embarassed as I stood there (not knowing exactly where to stand) and nobody came. I feel so embarassed and let down really. I’m already struggling with my faith. I got prayed for but in the end it was rushed because we were finishing. Nobody really spoke to me after. My children LOVE the groups. I cant really let them go in and not go can I. Feel like I would be taking the mick. Do I speak to the church team about it or will they think I’m complaining? My mum goes and enjoys it. She has offered to take them, maybe i should take them up on offer. Any advice appreciated. Please be kind. Feeling a bit sensitive about it all. Emma
Some church leaders have trouble being sensitive. Just forgive them for now. Id keep things going but in the back of my mind I would maybe see if I can find a church whose pastor is a shepherd. Let the Holy Spirit guide you in the service and in exploring alternative options. I traveled lots and have attended 200-300 churches. Some churches dont fit right too because God has a better place. Reasons might include doctrine, relationships, growth and leadership. Just know you are an important piece in the body of Christ and God will certainly help you find your way.
 
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Some church leaders have trouble being sensitive. Just forgive them for now. Id keep things going but in the back of my mind I would maybe see if I can find a church whose pastor is a shepherd. Let the Holy Spirit guide you in the service and in exploring alternative options. I traveled lots and have attended 200-300 churches. Some churches dont fit right too because God has a better place. Reasons might include doctrine, relationships, growth and leadership. Just know you are an important piece in the body of Christ and God will certainly help you find your way.
Thanks so much.
 
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