"Great clip, Tony. People need to realize that not everybody superfluously and automatically thanks god in a time of crisis. Maybe he's learned a lesson and become a smarter man. "
 |
Organizing Atheists
http://www.csmonitor.com/2009/0716/p22s01-ussc.html
CSM article about atheists communicating and acting in groups:
Chelmsford, Mass. - Valerie Celeste Coffey is a woman on a mission. For six years, her small group of local atheists has gathered to exchange bemused stories about the things Christians do in worship and swap tips for raising confident skeptics.
But on a recent Wednesday evening here at the Java Room cafe, Ms. Coffey said the time had come to take the meetings in hand.
"I don't think this group has a vision," said Coffey, a freelance editor who lives in nearby Boxborough, Mass. "We need to figure out what our values are."
Ten days later, something unprecedented happened: The group met over Sunday brunch for a structured discussion with preplanned topics.
The ranks of nonbelievers are on the rise, research suggests, and as they seek out each other online and in small groups, they are increasingly looking to do more than just vent.
http://www.csmonitor.com/2009/0716/p22s01-ussc.html
CSM article about atheists communicating and acting in groups:
Chelmsford, Mass. - Valerie Celeste Coffey is a woman on a mission. For six years, her small group of local atheists has gathered to exchange bemused stories about the things Christians do in worship and swap tips for raising confident skeptics.
But on a recent Wednesday evening here at the Java Room cafe, Ms. Coffey said the time had come to take the meetings in hand.
"I don't think this group has a vision," said Coffey, a freelance editor who lives in nearby Boxborough, Mass. "We need to figure out what our values are."
Ten days later, something unprecedented happened: The group met over Sunday brunch for a structured discussion with preplanned topics.
The ranks of nonbelievers are on the rise, research suggests, and as they seek out each other online and in small groups, they are increasingly looking to do more than just vent.
http://www.csmonitor.com/2009/0716/p22s01-ussc.html
Tags: fun, groups, organizing
Replies to This Discussion
-
Permalink Reply by Atheists United on -
Great Story, and the CSM, even though the first word is "Christian" Ive found to be quite reasonable.
thanks for the post, Steve -
-
Permalink Reply by Norma LM on -
Thank goodness others are starting to realize there's more to being an atheist than criticizing believers.
I've been joining various atheist groups over the years and have found that especially the on line groups are quick to make fun of anyone who doesn't think the way they do. I un-joined many groups as well because it wasn't constructive to hear the same tired jokes and hatred toward anyone who dares to have an opinion that's unscientific or not completely rational.
It's about time.
Thanks. -
CONNECT WITH ATHEIST NEXUS
Latest Activity
- Top News
- Everything
Natalie A Sera commented on Dallas the Phallus's group LINGUAPHILES & SESQUIPEDALIANS"And then, just to confuse things, there's polymath, which is from the Greek poly = much and manthanein = to learn. So, someone who knows a lot. Or at least enough to know that you can get a second crop from that field! Sorry, couldn't…"
Patricia commented on Ruth Anthony-Gardner's group Hang With Friends"Yaaaay Joan!!!
Yaaaay here too.....our exterior renos start Wednesday!!!!"
Tony Carroll commented on Ruth Anthony-Gardner's group Hang With Friends"
Wolf Blitzer. Open mouth, insert foot. LOL!!!"
Joan Denoo commented on Ruth Anthony-Gardner's group Hang With Friends"Carl, that sounds perfect! I like the idea Chimichurri Sauce works well as a marinade, and is also delicious on vegetables. Thanks"
Debra Stevenson replied to Debra Stevenson's discussion Prayers for Bobby 2009 Lifetime television movie in the group LGBTQI atheists, nontheists, and friends"Chrissie Farthing,
I agree yes these are stories of religious bigots waking up and realizing that the legendary and mythological stories and some immoral rules created by ancient sheep-herding nomads had missed the mark and they…"
Photos
© 2013 Atheist Nexus. All rights reserved. Admin: Richard Haynes.
