My oxygen and me
I was embarrassed to wear oxygen to church. I managed to do it and over time I was pretty comfortable. Then the senior pastor told me I didn't need that thing. I kept on going to church, but he makes me feel uncomfortable to be around. I need to use oxygen 24/7.
Is the pastor a doctor? Seems an odd position for him to take. You should keep using your oxygen, and maybe look for a church that sticks to religion. 
Hi Diane, and thanks for sharing your situation at church using oxygen. I am quite surprised, concerned and disappointed in the behavior of the senior pastor.
The fact remains that medically, you use supplemental oxygen as a matter of prescribed treatment to help manage the disease (COPD).
From my perspective (like our colleague,, has commented), the church leadership shouldn't be preaching to you about using oxygen. If you plan on continuing to attend this church, I would think you should talk to the senior pastor's superior.
What do you think?
Leon (site moderator COPD.net)I wonder if the pastor saw you with the oxygen, felt uncomfortable, and felt he had to say something. Some people just have to make comments, often with a sarcastic meaning. Sounds like he might have meant it to be funny. It certainly was not funny! I'd just ask if he was being humorous with the remark, or was going to follow it with a blessing that would make you well again.
he passed away last year. 
may he rest in peace.....
Hi
! I hope your pastor was being sarcastic. If not, I would say he needs to be educated then or just mind his own business. I am happy that you got over your embarrassment. If he makes you feel uncomfortable, is there another church that you could go to? You shouldn't have to feel uncomfortable at church. Best, Jackie (Moderator)
