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How to Make the World a Better Place - Your Considered Opinions Please
Started this discussion. Last reply by La Gaya Sienza Sep 3, 2010. 8 Replies 0 Likes
I think the world would be a much better place if the majority of its citizens would realise that religion is a dirty, filthy, evil, immoral and dangerous habit. In order to encourage people who…Continue
How many atheists have formally defected from the Church?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Dennis Smith Mar 6, 2011. 27 Replies 0 Likes
I have been an atheist for may years now. However, it never occurred to me to actually formally cut my ties with the Catholic Church by making a formal declaration of defection. And I wouldn't have…Continue
Tags: church, briges, courage, confidence, Burning
Reading that helped make you an atheist
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jack Matirko Aug 4, 2010. 46 Replies 0 Likes
I am always looking for something new to read. However, most of what I find recommended in newspaper book reviews (for example) I find shallow and desultory. I would like some recommendations from…Continue
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The wrongness of homosexuality and other such diverse(perverse)ities
Started this discussion. Last reply by New Atheist Dec 8, 2010. 59 Replies 0 Likes
Is homosexuality wrong? I don't mean wrong in a silly Judeo-Christian-Islamic religious moral sense but whether it wrong in some other objective way? If we accept J.S.Mill's "Harm Principle" for…Continue
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La Gaya Sienza replied to David's discussion Conducting a simple atheist study, need un minuto of your time.
La Gaya Sienza replied to David's discussion Conducting a simple atheist study, need un minuto of your time.
"(A): Lack of belief in gods."
Dennis Smith replied to La Gaya Sienza's discussion How many atheists have formally defected from the Church?
"I emailed and told them I did not want to be associated with the organization in any way. I now have a letter that I have been released. So, for the first time in probably 44 years I do not belong to ANY church."
Kim Morgan replied to La Gaya Sienza's discussion How many atheists have formally defected from the Church?
"I don't think I'm "ready" to formally leave the Catholic church. It has nothing to do with bravery, or being "confident enough in [my] atheism," but rather with a feeling that it would be cutting ties with my heritage,…"
Andy replied to La Gaya Sienza's discussion How many atheists have formally defected from the Church?
"I went to this page to make my declaration as a defector. They have suspended their process secondary to changes in Canon Law. I guess the church is bleeding members and needs to shore up their numbers a little."
La Gaya Sienza replied to La Gaya Sienza's discussion How many atheists have formally defected from the Church?
"Well, I guess the only thang someone in your position can do is write to their last preacher and tell them why you no longer are a member of their congregation. It's not obligatory to do this but it may give you some closure of the religious…"
Navin Johnson replied to La Gaya Sienza's discussion How many atheists have formally defected from the Church?
"Hmmm...well...my mother is a non-practicing Jew, my father is an agnostic in denial and I am an Athiest.
My parents sent us (four kids, I am the oldest) to Sunday school, southern baptist, primarily, in IMHO,
to get us out of the house. …"
New Atheist replied to La Gaya Sienza's discussion The wrongness of homosexuality and other such diverse(perverse)ities
"Exactly. And even if it came down to that scenario, now that we have the capability of artificial insemination, and test tube babies, it's not like we'd need the heterosexual sex to save the population."
Steve replied to La Gaya Sienza's discussion The wrongness of homosexuality and other such diverse(perverse)ities
"To quote the Isley Brothers:
"It's your thing/
Do what you wanna do/
I can't tell you/
Who to sock it to".
What consenting adults do in private is no one else's business.
If there were only 60 humans in the whole world…"
Noah Petersen replied to La Gaya Sienza's discussion The wrongness of homosexuality and other such diverse(perverse)ities
"I agree with almost everything you posted. At the moment I don't recall a time I ever had any sexual feelings towards someone of the same sex. Then again, Kinsey did say most so I guess that leaves the door open for exceptions.
I had quite a…"
New Atheist replied to La Gaya Sienza's discussion The wrongness of homosexuality and other such diverse(perverse)ities
"I've heard theories on why societies have such rampant homophobia. One had to do with patriarchal societies and the need to reproduce. The other was an evolutionary theory that said many straight people are turned off at the thought of same-sex…"
Nick Bulka replied to La Gaya Sienza's discussion How many atheists have formally defected from the Church?
"I've sent the paperwork to my local diocese, and have received a reply from them. I have not received anything from the diocese or the parish in which I was baptized. Here's the text of the reply I received:
Diocese of Manchester
Office…"
Erzebet Bathory replied to La Gaya Sienza's discussion How many atheists have formally defected from the Church?
"I'll do it. I'll let you know how it goes."
Clarence Dember replied to La Gaya Sienza's discussion How many atheists have formally defected from the Church?
"Thanks for this!"
Seamus Barron replied to La Gaya Sienza's discussion How many atheists have formally defected from the Church?
"Just sent mine off today... so will let you all know when I hear back."
La Gaya Sienza replied to Lynn Spilling's discussion Buried Rage and Leftover Fear
"I don't think Lyn reacted irrationally at all. After being traumatised by these mosters I think her reaction was perfectly rational.
And, after all, those people were trespassing. Moreover, they are so irrational that they need a bit of a…"
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- Gay atheist. I love science. I live in Sydney Australia. Some say it's one of the gay capitals of the world. Maybe. Who cares? I'm a gay atheist who loves science and the natural world. I'm generally a peace loving guy but if one thing is sure to get my dander up it's people spouting religious and superstitious nonsense. Worst of all, I find it sickening watching otherwise self-respecting gay people whinging to be let into the church or even starting their own churches. Even more nauseating are the so called "cured" homosexuals. Why can't they see that the whole religious paradigm is fucked. Religions are about divisiveness and exclusivity. Who needs it? Why do people feel they need a god? It's just a childish inability to face reality and accept life for what it is. Knowing it's a once only journey doesn't spoil the scenery but makes it all the more beautiful and marvelous. If only the religious fanatics would let us enjoy it!
Alan Turing is my hero.
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- At 11:09pm on August 27, 2010,
muhab samer said… - The immigration to Australia rules are very tough especially under the skilled category, and takes long time, How do you think If I come as a tourist, then express my situation in the immigration office and seek refuge?
- At 1:42pm on August 26, 2010, muhab samer said…
- Dear robbrownsyd
Greetings
Thanks for your sympathy and help for me. Actually, if you have any people or acquaintances in Switzerland to tell any of them to send me an invitation letter to visit Switzerland, upon my arrival there as a visitor or a tourist, I will immediately seek for a permanent stay or asylum for humanitarian or social or religious reasons. At the same time I will express my situation. If any of these people whom you know there, can help me there at the Swiss immigration it will be stronger. Or if it is possible by you or any of your friends or acquaintances in Australia to send me an invitation letter to Australia as a visitor. Upon my arrival in Australia I will seek for a permanent stay or asylum for social, or humanitarian, or religious affairs, if you can also help me or any of your people and acquaintances in the immigration office, it will be stronger. At the same time, I will express my situation clearly and in detail. I can't come under skilled class, as I am not a skilled worker. I just work in the field of teaching (academic work), that’s my job. I don't think it will work in Australia as a skilled job. Waiting to hear from you dear.
My Email Is: samer.muhab@gmail.com
Regards
- At 1:29pm on August 24, 2010,
Ally said… - This quote from you're About Me is perfect and a precise expression of how I feel on the subject as well! "Worst of all, I find it sickening watching otherwise self-respecting gay people whinging to be let into the church or even starting their own churches. Even more nauseating are the so called "cured" homosexuals. Why can't they see that the whole religious paradigm is fucked. Religions are about divisiveness and exclusivity. Who needs it?"
Brilliant! Cheers for that.
- At 9:18am on June 7, 2010,
heretic said… - Alan Turing was indeed brilliant-a sadly martyred hero. it crushes me to think how many medieval attitudes persist today; why i am proud to do my part to fight ignorance how i can (sublety works best). prejudice quickly morphs into malevolence within powerful hands...
- At 7:28am on June 6, 2010, heretic said…
- well you have nine yrs or so on me then. i like your pic, is that a uniform, or...?
- At 3:08pm on June 4, 2010,
John Jubinsky said… - Hi Robbrownsyd! Have a very happy birthday.
- At 8:48am on June 4, 2010, heretic said…
- hello Rob,
happy birthday! and many more =)
-ra
- At 10:46am on April 3, 2010,
Sentient Biped said… - After leaving a comment, I see you already joined the Gay Atheists group. Welcome, feel free to contribute.
- At 9:04am on March 29, 2010,
Dr. Terence Meaden said… - Hi, and welcome to this friendly meeting place
where we recognise that religion is a superstition and fraud with imaginary gods used to control people, and that it is tragic and inexcusable that women and minority groups have been oppressed these last 2000 years.
Terry Meaden
founder of the busy group "ORIGINS: Universe, Life, Earth, Humans, Religion, Evolution, Darwin..." with its 260 discussion topics.
http://www.atheistnexus.org/group/originsuniverselifehumankindanddarwin
- At 1:13pm on March 28, 2010,
Atheist Princess said… - Welcome to Atheist Nexus ( :
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