During an ecumenical gathering, someone rushed in and shouted, "The building is on fire!"
The Methodists gathered in a corner and prayed.
The Baptists cried, "Where's the water?"
The Quakers quietly praised God for the blessings that fire brings.
The Lutherans posted a notice on the door declaring fire to be evil.
The Jews posted symbols on the door hoping the fire would pass over.
The Fundamentalists cried, "It's the vengeance of God!"
The Christian Scientists agreed among themselves that there was no fire.
The Episcopalians formed a pompous procession and marched out.
The Presbyterians appointed a chairperson to appoint a committee to dialogue and network,
and to write a study paper on the diverse views on burning buildings.