Wtf???

I would have a talk with my sibling

it's disgusting enough but there is nothing you can do about it, as it's not public school. if you think mentioning it to your sibling, go for it, but i suspect that you'll get blank stares at best, considering s/he has put your nieces into religion class to begin with.

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The Philadelphia Catholic schools either used to, or still do, have a differential in tuition for parishioners and non-parishioners. The difference is NOT a discount for being a member, but an expectation that the tithes given weekly would balance the gap. My father said when he was young, family's names were posted on a corkboard if their donation envelope was not turned in.
I feel a few ways about knowing this. 1-the church is a business and they need to pay salaries of teachers, janitors, etc. as well as pay for parking lot repairs and holy water. 2-it's brainwashing that parents are complicit in allowing because they are unsure how to teach their children to think freely and conform to society alongside people without this sham of morality. 3-it is a private club requiring membership dues.
I once asked why god needs my money if he can just make it. My mom told me god doesnt make money. Man makes money. Then why did he ask for 10% of it??? Lecture about something i can remember. Its a losing battle to discuss money and church. The followers open their wallet to tithe.