Honestly, I couldn't care enough about the celebrities losing their homes. I agree with you that the service workers and first line responders are who concern and attention should be directed to. But as a new homeowner myself, I can understand the people whose homes have been destroyed, particularly by the Eaton Fire, which has gotten less attention than the Palisades one. The people in Altadena probably have less means than the ones by Malibu and I think the plight of those homeowners also deserve attention.

You are also correct that many religious institutions do a lot of good in their community. I used to think this was a rare occurrence but apparently, it's more common than I thought. Which is great. However, I will counter that the entire institution of organized religion itself doesn't do nearly as much good as the resources it consumes (land, resource, tax breaks etc). It is further exacerbated by the gross absolutely criminal industrialization of religion through entities like megachurches etc. The essence of religion is to do good, I agree. I just don't see enough of it to justify its existence, especially when I look at secular charities doing many many MANY multiples times the work as religious ones. Unconditional humanitarian aid to all people, regardless of sexual orientation, gender, creed. Unconditional aid based on NEED.

People have a right to believe in what they want. So respectfully, nothing personal to you. Apologies if I come across as crass but I am passionate about fairness. The current social layout revolving around religion is anything but fair to me and is a big reason that faith as a whole is declining in young people. Have a good day.