EDIT: Over one month later they are still playing religious songs that can be heard at least six blocks away. The songs marking noon and 6:00pm go on for a minute. I understand that church bells evoke a nostalgic response from many of the commentators, but I find it hard to believe that if an Islamic call to prayer were blasted over the neighborhood you would approve.

For those of you who live within earshot you have probably already heard the All Pilgrims Church Christmas chiming. Starting on November 30 they have been banging out such classics as “Oh come all ye faithful” to mark the passage of time.

I have lived four blocks from them for over three years and this is the first December that they have chosen to create noise pollution every half hour. While Broadway is far from a quiet street and it has its fair share of obnoxious music (think Panache’s love of Cher for instance) the bells at All Pilgrims have a far greater radius of impact.

While All Pilgrims should be commended for their inclusive style to proselytizing (i <3 rainbow flags on churches) it does not excuse their decision to force Christmas music into the homes of people like myself who neither celebrate Christmas nor subscribe to a religion. Please take the time to let them know that their broadcasting of hymnals is not appreciated.

Thank you.