My church council elections are next week. My uncle questions the nomination of one of the candidates. He has a ear stud in his left earlobe. My uncle admits it reflects nuts about his spiritual life, but he says it can be a stumbling block to others. Youths may argue, "If Deacon XXY has a earring, why can't I get one?" despite their parents' objections.

My response? "That's why it's an election! Vote for who you feel merits it based on criteria in 1 Tim 3."

Sadly, I can't vote(yet!). But I may be asked to help count the votes...arrrgh.