Topic: Office Rules on religious greetings ( Be Blessed, have a blessed day, etc)

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Office Rules on religious greetings ( Be Blessed, have a blessed day, etc)and wearing clothing stating BLESSED or FAITH, etc.
Been in the business a long time but times seem to have changed. Normally I would say this is a no go, but looking for what others think....
Posted 4 months 3 weeks ago
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Its harmless. Its nondenominational and not specific to a religion. Blessings are universal.
My bigger question if if graphic clothing is business attire at all, regardless what it says. Does it meet your dress expectations? If business casual is your expectations i personally wouldn’t consider graphic clothing to be business casual.
Posted 4 months 3 weeks ago
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I agree overall it's not appropriate clothing with or without anything on it.
Posted 4 months 3 weeks ago
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I say what I want, I'm not responsible for anyone's "triggers". That said, I usually just say " Have the day you deserve. "
Posted 4 months 3 weeks ago
Amy Sexton Horsley's Avatar
Amy Sexton Horsley
The idea is not to offend other people or make them feel uncomfortable. If you question something it’s best to not move forward with that decision.
Posted 4 months 3 weeks ago
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Amy Sexton Horsley I am offended that you didn't give me a positive blessing and well wishes.
Do you see how absurd this idea becomes ?
While I get the sentiment, I wouldn't say merry Christmas to my Hebrew friends, there are benign phrases that should not offend reasonable people.
Have a blessed day. I wish you the best. Have a good one.....all mean the same thing.
Posted 4 months 3 weeks ago
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Samantha Douglas Northcott
To be honest, I feel I have as much rights as everyone else. I shouldn't have to give up what I believe in. My whole life I was raised to believe in God, I do believe, that's my right. I do not push it on anyone. I hope you all have a blessed day and a Merry Christmas, to who believe, to everyone else have a great day and a Happy Holiday
Posted 4 months 3 weeks ago
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Generally politics and religion are a no go.
Had a company get in trouble for having a cross in the office.
Posted 4 months 3 weeks ago
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Adrianne Luper
IMO that is a gray area. Some might interpret it as religious. Probably best to avoid it altogether.
Posted 4 months 3 weeks ago
Brooke Nuber-Soldate's Avatar
Brooke Nuber-Soldate
"Blessed" is less religiously attached than "faith"
"Stay blessed" is sort of used as slang unrelated to faith nowadays. That being said, if it's gray, stay away at work.
"Happy December" it is!
Posted 4 months 3 weeks ago
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Nichole Gautreau
The definition of blessed is…
divinely or happily favored; fortunate to have, do, or experience something: often used in a lighthearted way or to avoid sounding boastful: We've been blessed with excellent health
Nothing religious about it.
But I do agree with another commenter about graphic shirts, is it really business attire?
Posted 4 months 3 weeks ago
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Wow. Every time I read something like this I am reminded of how messed up our world has become. Everyone should have a right to their own religion and opinions. If someone gets offended that should be a them problem.
Posted 4 months 3 weeks ago
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Danielle Stoll
Better safe than sorry
Posted 4 months 3 weeks ago
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No words or letters on clothing at work except approved logo wear. General greetings approved only, but use best judgment. Agree with Megan, blessings are universal!
Posted 4 months 3 weeks ago
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I keep seeing “We need to not be offended”
Honey, it ain’t us. It’s those friggin lawsuits.
You can’t have manners or say something without the threat of a FH case.
PS. I don’t think grown, professional people should wear shirts with writing on them to the office ?‍♀️
Posted 4 months 3 weeks ago
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When I read this post I’m reminded that not all offices require a business casual or business professional dress code. I’ve never worked in an office where it was appropriate for me to have writing on my shirt.
I’ve also never heard anyone have an issue with “have a blessed day”. I feel like usually this issue comes in when it’s “merry Christmas vs happy holidays”.
Posted 4 months 3 weeks ago
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My company has no problem with "Merry Christmas" or any other generally acceptable greeting for any holiday. For as much as every company virtue-signals something, I'm glad the absurdity of fretting over a largely worldwide recognized holiday greeting is not of them.
Posted 4 months 3 weeks ago
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Posted 4 months 3 weeks ago
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Vennessa Luvmylife Jones
Christianity is offensive to a number of ppl for a number of reasons. I'd avoid any religion, or political references. We don't discuss these topics with staff or residents PERIOD
Posted 4 months 3 weeks ago
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Bridgett Francis
If you can’t wish someone a blessed day, then the world has gone to hell.
Posted 4 months 2 weeks ago
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Classic no win, you will always offend someone with your choice. Be true to you. Be respectful.

And don't wear clothing with slogans/sayings. Branded is okay. Be Professional.
Posted 4 months 2 weeks ago
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Laura A Bruyere
Wow, so many good comments. With the graphic clothing being brought up, what about religious jewelry? Cross necklaces, jewelry with religious symbols or wording? Thoughts, policies?? Just asking to get general input on what's acceptable out there, thank you!
Posted 4 months 2 weeks ago