Instead they might just be hungry for meaningful conversation regarding eternal matters. In San Diego, Safeway was miles from our home and church. It was a hideaway, frequented by strangers and a stronghold of privacy. Beyond a few cordial exchanges, there were no demands. In small-town Safeway, and McDonald's, and elementary schools, and sports clubs, and ballgames, the demands never cease.
Someone nearby has a passion and opportunity to gain the ear of the pastor.
Worse yet, the pastor's wife's ear. It's so good to see you. Of course, no one came to visit me. Sometimes you wonder if anyone even cares. It was sure good to be in church for the first time in a month, though it was like being in a whole different church with all those new songs.