[aigel]

Some churches make it practically mandatory through peer pressure if nothing else. And people get into it, where they can't miss it. I think you did the right thing - if they can't meet your schedule for whatever reason it isn't your problem. I would keep it neutral and tell them that you only have weekends left for attention and if their Sunday is booked where they can't meet on a regular basis this will lead to issues on the job.

G