The day after I mailed in my letter of voluntary withdrawal from The Mother Church I got junk mail from the same organization: Special Offer - 20% Savings! complete with the option to enroll in the Automatic Renewal Program. The pre-checked box said: YES! Please send me 12 issues of the Christian Science Quarterly Bible … Continue reading Is the Universe, Including Man, Evolved by Atomic Force?
Tag: Abrahamic religions
even the Athiests
This isn't really a post, just something I came across and felt was worth sharing: I love Pope Francis. I'm not Catholic, or ever planning to be, but the guy is just awesome. via the Guardian Pope Francis says atheists can be good - Just do good, and we'll find a meeting point, says Francis … Continue reading even the Athiests
leaving The Mother Ship (part 1), irreconcilable differences
This is the first post in a series about leaving TMC. For all posts see the tag "goodbyeTMC." The other morning in the car my husband and I were discussing the flack I've gotten for not withdrawing my Mother Church membership. My favorite criticism comes from the Ex-CS group in the UK, they're a nice … Continue reading leaving The Mother Ship (part 1), irreconcilable differences
Noah’s Ark
Old Testament Morality
Pardon the extended absence. As MBE reminds us "trials are proof of God's care" (S&H 66:6, 10-11), while I'm fairly sure "God" had nothing to do with the incidents that have plagued our household this month, the quote still sticks firmly in the back of my mind. Christian Science (and most Christian religions in general) are … Continue reading Old Testament Morality
What is it with “Christian” Parents?
I mean, really people. I came across this gem this morning in the Telegraph: Christian parents group to sue school over yoga classes. The Encinitas Union School District plans to offer yoga instruction at all of its nine schools from January, despite a protest by parents who say they believe it will indoctrinate their children … Continue reading What is it with “Christian” Parents?
reblogged: Why Believing in the Resurrection of Jesus is Always Irrational
Great YouTube video found via Kind Avenue Why Believing in the Resurrection of Jesus is Always Irrational.
Community & Congregation
This post was inspired by Elle's comment on Daily Struggles for Healing. ----- ----- ----- ----- During my time at college a group of friends and I occasionally escaped campus early Sunday mornings for coffee (or hot chocolate or orange juice) and donuts, after which time we'd go visit a non-CS church service and get … Continue reading Community & Congregation
Spot the difference between the Christian social conservatives & the Islamic fundamentalists!
Horrifying quiz going around the internet from Salon: Richard Mourdock or Abu Hamza? Spot the difference between the Christian social conservatives and the Islamic fundamentalists. I got 4 out of 9, how did you do? and for the link phobic: http://www.slate.com/articles/news_and_politics/politics/2012/10/richard_mourdock_rape_scandal_spot_the_difference_between_the_christian.html
Rev. Graham & Biblical Morals
I got an e-mail the other morning from a well meaning relative, apparently the Rev. Billy Graham* is running a full-page ad in the NYTimes, the text of it reads: The legacy we leave behind for our children, grandchildren, and this great nation is crucial. As I approach my 94th birthday, I realize this election … Continue reading Rev. Graham & Biblical Morals
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