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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Were you "rounded up" or invited? Big difference. Was it framed as a meeting for all staff or were you told you were welcome to join in?[/quote]

OP here:  I took it as "rounded up" as everyone in the division was there and I was told "we're meeting in the conference room."  When I started to grab a pen and pad, they said you won't need that, we're having "brunch."  Apparently they have this every month.  The main purpose was not to pray, but to eat the brunch and hang out.  Yes, this is part of the work hours for everyone.  The praying part happened first.

It is interesting that someone mentioned racism.  I don't know if it changes anything, but I was the only white person in the group of 20.  I think it was a cultural difference that I was not accustomed to in previous work environments, but it made me feel like I wouldn't fit in.[/quote]

OP when I read your post, I immediately knew that these were black people.  FWIW I'm AA and feel that this situation is inappropriate but I don't think it is uncommon.  It sounds like this was more of a social function/team building activity.  And I think it is astute of you to understand that there are cultural issues at play - however its still inappropriate.  Not sure of how you handle it - because obviously this is the "norm" for your team.  If you felt uncomfortable with it then that is a problem and I think you have to get that out in the open - either with your supervisor or HR. I wouldn't get so hung up on whether it's right or wrong but how it makes you feel and what action you can take that won't be detrimental to your work relationships.   [/quote]

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