>My parents practiced Buddhism until I was 12 years old then they converted to Christianity. And it changed them in a profound way. Anyway, but I never quite converted myself. And I have numerous Christians friend who have invited me to many B. studies. Very genuinely nice folks.

If your religion wanted to expand, would you send not-so-nice guys to recruit new members? That's a no-no in PR, and surely not a good way to do business.