Can wearing a cross offend people?
In America, everything offends everybody for no reason. This sensitivity people have is ridiculous. No, your sister is not overreacting. Yes, you have good reason to question it. I do not believe in God or a god, but I would not take offense. In this melting pot we call home, we should be able to respect the beliefs and traditions of others. Acceptance is key. I accept you. :) Some people won't. Unlike your sister, however, I wouldn't care. My beliefs are mine own and any opinion against them will not change them. Therefore, I've no reason to care. If I were you, I'd wear the necklace proudly. :)
Is it legal to tell an employee that they cannot wear a cross?
Generally speaking, in the United States, unless there is some danger from the cross, i.e. she works with machinery and it could get caught up, the answer is probably not. The policy could be neutral, but if she can show she is wearing it for religious purposes, she probably should be able to wear it. If there is no real religious reason behind it, i.e. it really is just a piece of jewelry she likes to wear that happens to be a religious symbol, that might be different. Can You Ask an Employee to Not Wear a Religious Cross to Work? Federal judge sides with librarian fired for wearing cross necklacePage on leagle.com (The opinion) I do not know Illinois law specifically, but here is information from the EEOC Religious Garb and Grooming in the Workplace: Rights and Responsibilities I would suggest your friend speak with an employment lawyer about her rights. I am not sure of the answer and I don't want you telling her, hey wear the cross, some lawyer on the Internet said it is ok. I am not sure whether it is ok or not.In other countries, the law may be different. The rulings in Great Britain seem to be mixed. Court rules British Christian has right to wear cross at work - CNN.com
What do you think of people who wear shirts with bold profanity in public places?
Some of you are pretty rude, now I see why people wear these t-shirts. I know plainly that it is my job to raise my kids and teach them right from wrong. I know I can't shelter them and protect them forever. My point was that it's rude of someone to wear a shirt like that where children are. 5 and 7 are way too young to learn the meaning of these words and I can protect them as long as possible. They've never heard the word yet, so whoever said age 6 is wrong.
Are you supposed to wear your cross/crucifix inside or outside your shirt?
i've been through the exact same situation with my rosary, what i've come up with...when i go to church and i'm around other catholics, i only show it when i'm using it. or in the case of a non rosary crucifix i would just tuck it in my shirt (trying to practice being humble) but when i am in public and don't know who is catholic or christian, i wear it proudly outside my shirt so everyone will know i am catholic,sometimes people need help, and they see the rosary and they don't hesitate to ask me for help., i like to see the rosary on other people.(same for any crucifix)
Can a non-Christian wear a cross?
It is not wrong in the sense that you would face sanctions, but it is rude.A crucifix is a religious symbol with a special meaning for those who use it, such as Roman Catholic Christians, and for those familiar with its meaning even if they don’t wear it. When you wear it, you are in effect saying to most people who see you but don’t know you, “I am a Roman Catholic (or other) Christian.” People will tend to judge the group by what you, who are wearing symbols of the group do. If you act in a way that reflects badly on Christians, you are, whether you intend to or not, defaming them by an imposture.Many Nazi uniforms, pins, and medals are quite attractive as designs. But if you wear them because they look good, you would be angry if people suddenly started dissing you as a racist, antisemitic, murderous bully. But by wearing those things, that is what you are proclaiming yourself to be.The US Medal of Honor is an attractive medal, but if you wear a replica of one you have not been given by the President of the US, expect to be accosted by current and former military people who would regard your using it as a decoration as demeaning a symbol of deep meaning to them. You may have great respect for winners of the MOH, but you are insulting them by wearing a medal to which you are not entitled.The general rule is not to wear the symbols of organizations or groups that you do not belong to. That includes a crucifix, a rosary, a Jewish prayer shawl, a Hindu bindi, or any other deeply valued symbols of groups you do not belong to. It isn’t illegal; it just marks you as a jerk.
How do you cross dress and pass in public?
I've been cross dressing and going out in public for a few years now, the obvious things are:Confidence: when you’re out “En Femme” you have to act like you are a woman. Don’t be all embarrassed to be walking around in that outfit, or into the ladies department of a store… you belong there wearing that outfit. Show it.Make-up: don’t overdo your makeup for where you’re going and what you’re wearing, if you’re in a business suit you wouldn't go and put on lots of brightly colored blush, and eye shadow…Hair: wigs need to be well-fitting, and of a style that fits your persona, and outfit. Spend a little more on a decent quality one - I’m not saying a $500 human hair wig, but also not a $20 cosplay wig… find a color that works for you and your skin tones.Breasts: use bras that fit properly, Measure yourself! if you’re going to use breastforms, pick a realistic size for yourself, and buy a shape that works with your body. Some need ones that are wider, some with more concave shape in the back… a good usable set should run about $100-200. The cheap $30-40 ones usually do not look right with anyone's body shape… but nylon socks filled with rice can look great in the right bra styles as well…Outfit: be realistic, look around and see what other women are wearing to the places you are going to -often this means shorts / jeans or a skirt, and a blouse - not a clubbing dress.As for any little tips, I’m in my late 30’s and I live in an area with a LOT of retirement age people… it’s not uncommon to see a woman that's a bit older trying to look younger with her outfit / makeup. This works well for me, when I’m going out in public dressed up I aim to look like I’m a woman who's a bit older than I really am, trying to look younger… and I end up blending right in with the rest of the women…FYI my profile pic is me dressed up...from 3-4 years ago...