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Franklin Bacon replied to Jo's discussion 'Catholic excommunication' in the group Life After Christian Fundamentalism

I verbally attempted to withdraw from membership in my former church group, but the minister didn't carry through with the request with the board of directors. It only mattered to apprise them of my decision, but would have made no difference…

Jan 24, 2010

Jo replied to Jo's discussion 'Jo from Canada + a LONG introductory essay!' in the group Life After Christian Fundamentalism

Thank you both so much for your feedback! Nathan, it was through the text of a speech you gave (linked to by a friend on Facebook... ahhh the power of the internet!) that I was inspired to sit down and finally write this all down. So thank you! It…

Jan 24, 2010

Catholic excommunication

I was going through my old email from after Pope John Paul II croaked (I hope he's rotting in his grave, but we all know he is... LOL)... anyhow, here's a letter I wrote to the catholic bishop of my city around that time, and the reply from his office:*************Dear Bishop Tonnos, With the recent extensive news coverage of the death of the catholic pope, it's come to my attention that the world perceives there are 1.1 billion worldwide catholics. This number is most likely hugelyskewed due…See More

Jo added a discussion to the group Life After Christian Fundamentalism Jan 24, 2010

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Nathan Phelps replied to Jo's discussion 'Jo from Canada + a LONG introductory essay!' in the group Life After Christian Fundamentalism

I loved your story Jo. It's so well told and I understand so well the certainty that you speak of when you talk about the catholic notions of sin. I look forward to hearing more from you. Welcome.

Jan 24, 2010

Jo replied to Franklin Bacon's discussion 'Automatic response with Fundy undertones' in the group Life After Christian Fundamentalism

I believe the only way to change one's own behaviour and thoughts is through HABIT. And gentle and constant reminders that you are human, coming out of a cult, and overcoming a lifetime of brainwashing and bad habits. I ascribe to the…

Jan 21, 2010

Jo replied to Ella E's discussion 'Nutzoid things I did as a christian.' in the group Life After Christian Fundamentalism

Two spring to mind. When I was about 16, a friend of mind was going in for her second or third abortion. My fundie friend and I visited her in the hospital and stood at the foot of her bed and showered fire and brimstone down on her. Imagine that.…

Jan 21, 2010

Jo replied to Franklin Bacon's discussion 'Automatic response with Fundy undertones' in the group Life After Christian Fundamentalism

Yes, BIG TIME. I'm very very very stubborn and it's a character flaw as far as I'm concerned but it was celebrated as solid faith when I was in the Truman Show. I also have low tolerance for irrationality or what I'd call…

Jan 21, 2010

Jo from Canada + a LONG introductary essay!

Hey there! I found this forum through the Phelps article, and was delighted to see there is a lot of 'life after xian fundamentalism'!! Good stuff.My name is Jo, I'm from Canada and I was raised dogmatic catholic (the original quiverfulls) and a lot of my waking up and seeing the cracks in the 'Truman Show' ceiling had to do with the way the church treated women, specifically as it related to childbearing and childrearing. I've been following the "No Longer Quivering" blog for quite some…See More

Jo added a discussion to the group Life After Christian Fundamentalism Jan 21, 2010

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Life After Christian Fundamentalism

Recovering from the side effects of Christian fundamentalism is not easy.•The ongoing fear of Hell•Rejection from family members•Ongoing guilt•Loss of communityIf you can relate, join.This is not a debate group.See More

Jo joined Brother Richard's group Jan 21, 2010

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My URL: http://montyollie.livejournal.com

About Me: Recovering catholic, grew up in a fundie evangelical home with skewed ideas about women's place in the world plus childbearing rights.

School/College/University: Mohawk College

Profession: computer technician, quilter, truck driver, politician, library technician

Age Group: 31-40

City and State (For Member Searching): Hamilton, Ontario

Country (For Member Searching): Canada

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At 4:03am on January 21, 2010, Dr. Terence Meaden said…: Hello and a friendly welcome to Jo from Ontario.
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