Jerry: Well, okay, if you insist... *G* ...although, when I write a parody or a satirical song, I know I'm going to offend somebody somewhere (and I have, and I will)!

In a situation such as kat describes, speaking one's heart is often a signal to the "evangelical" to start "witnessing"; if you open the door, he'll stick his foot in it. Unless you're prepared for a long conversation that would distract the serviceman from fixing your place, I'd recommend saying non-assertive things like "I appreciate that" (in response to the blessings) or " 'and on earth, peace, good will toward men' " (in response to the God-bless-America's). Or just smile weakly without saying anything. Or redirect the conversation back toward the work he's supposed to be doing!

Oh, and if he offers you a tract, you might as well take it and just discard it after he leaves; if you decline it, it'll probably end up in your mailbox anyway!