TEMPLE, TX — The salvation status of local man Jeremy Dawkins became unclear this morning after a poorly timed stretch put Dawkins' hand firmly in the air when the pastor issued the altar call.

"I think I see a hand over there!" said Pastor Tom excitedly, waving in Dawkins' direction. "Let's welcome our new brother!"

Dawkins reportedly finished his stretch, then looked around bewildered as the people nearby began clapping and cheering. "Wait a sec...did I just accidentally put up my hand during the altar call?" wondered Dawkins. "Does that count? Did I just become a Christian? Oh man, I better go ask."

According to church sources, Pastor Tom felt that Dawkins' arm had passed the well-established 45-degree threshold, clearly indicating acceptance. "You learn over years of ministry to avo

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