They're told that you don't have to fight, you don't have to prove anything to anybody. Karate's origin leads back to Eastern religions. Because of this, many critics believe that karate is not just good exercise but also Zen Buddhist techniques. Therefore, they say, it should not be taught in church. It is Christian-based karate.
Every gathering begins and ends with Christian prayer.
Emrick sees nothing immoral about a Christian turning the circumstances to his benefit when encountered by a corrupt or potentially harmful person. If there is a chance of being hurt, it is better to defend yourself and your loved ones, he said. Reprinted with permission from Assist Communications. A Catholic-Orthodox dialogue here ended without agreement. International leaders of the churches talked for 10 days, emerging to say that major issues continue to divide them, news reports said.