Soldiers of God Invade United States Markets

[babylonsister]

http://www.turkishweekly.net/news.php?id=45369

Soldiers of God Invade United States Markets
Wednesday , 30 May 2007


WASHINGTON — In an era enveloped in large-scale violence and militarism, one of the fastest growing American companies is marketing a controversial product line designed for young children that combines military paraphernalia with the Christian faith.

According to several call center representatives who relied on dates in the Oriental Trading Company system, the product line entitled "Soldier of God" made its debut in the "Fun and Faith" catalogue, published and distributed in 2006.

In its new catalogue, released to customers during the first quarter of 2007, the Oriental Trading Company has expanded that line.

The majority of the 31 items in the "Soldier of God" product line are decorated with military camouflage colors.

The products are stamped with crosses or crusader crests, as well as the slogan "Soldier of God" amidst stars and stripes.

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[Bucky]

1. "Eat hot metal death... straight from the Blessed Virgin to your guts, Abdul!"

Savin' souls & kickin asses!! Wa-hooo!!

[Bitwit1234]

2. And the so called Christians

are the first to complain the militiant Islam countries. What do you think these type of people are doing to our country. Teaching young children to hate and kill.

[msongs]

4. they've been doing THAT for 2000 years, why should they stop now? nt

[leftchick]

3. it looks like they no longer carry them

perhaps a few too many complaints?



http://www.orientaltrading.com/application?origin=page.jsp&namespace=browse&event=link.itemDetails&categoryId=342679&BP=7101&cm_mmc=MSN-_-Datafeed-_-Datafeed-_-Datafeed&sku=36/312

[Kindigger]

6. I know where they're still being sold

I couldn't believe my eyes when I found them in Hobby Lobby the other day.

[leftchick]

8. a lot of the craft and dollar store chain are owned by fundies

shoving their Jesus stuff at everyone. I am Catholic and I find it offensive! I am pretty sure Jesus would not be amused either.

[Joe Bacon]

5. Onward, Christian Soldiers

The goons who run Force Ministries must love this stuff!

[Ilsa]

7. If you live by the sword, don't expect ot die in peace. But I suppose

that isn't a lesson in Sunday School.