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[quote=Anonymous]I've visited the Catholic parish (which is predominately white) near my home three times now.  However, I have encountered some odd behavior and even glares during each of my visits.  During the sign of peace on three occasions I have had the people sitting next to me refusing to shake my hand.  No, I'm not dirty and I always wear dress suits to church.   It has happened to me again this morning when I attended mass.  At first I thought nothing of it until today.  I'm a minority and the family sitting in front of me were minorities as well.  The lady sitting next to me didn't shake my hand nor the minority family's hands during the sign of  peace.   The other people near me just looked at me like I was crazy when I put my hand out to shake their hands.   This has happened to me three times at this particular parish.  The thing is that I've visited various Catholic parishes all over the country and I have never had this happened to me before.  This parish is in Howard County.  Even though its near my home, I have to look for another parish to attend.   I was looking for a home parish since I just relocated to the area, but this one is not welcoming at all.  When you say, "Good Morning" or "Hello"  people look at me like, "Why are you here?"     It's not just during the sign of peace.  The overall attitude and behavior (for example: like not wanting to sit next to me) are just extremely peculiar.  I've visited countless Catholic churches over the years.  I can honestly say that this particular one is by far one the least welcoming and cordial.

I just want to know has anyone ever experienced this or not?  Do you find people outright refusing to shake your hand during the sign of peace at mass?

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