Happy New Year, everyone! In celebration, go adopt a nun. One nun runs for $160/year. She will pray for you in return. According to Sister Mary Rinaldi, it’s not just Catholics and Christians doing the adopting. Jews are joining in the fun, too! So, to recap, the atheist gift list currently includes: The Evolution vs. Intelligent Design Board Game A nun [tags]atheist, Christian, Evolution, Intelligent Design, board game, Catholic, Sister Mary Rinaldi, adopt a nun[/tags] Read more
After my interview with Ellen Johnson, president of American Atheists, VJack asked this question: My main question for Ellen concerns the relationship of American Atheists with other freethought organizations such as Americans United for the Separation of Church and State or the Freedom From Religion Foundation. If she is right about political clout through numbers (and I believe she is), wouldn’t we be smart to combine as many of these organizations as possible? Here is Ellen’s response to this question:… Read more
The Atheist Ethicist had a great posting the other day. To sum it up: If you were sick, where would you rather go? A hospital based that relied solely on Science? Or one that relied solely on Faith? The question may be irrelevant. I’d assume even the most religious of people would opt for Science Hospital, even though they’d pray while there. But maybe I’m wrong on that. However, the question does underscore how important Science and the Scientific Method… Read more
You know how when you see those Christian-themed bumper stickers, you cry a single tear, shake your head, and continue to drive? Blair Scott’s atheist-themed bumper sticker led to a different reaction. He got a note attached to his windshield. You’re going to hell and you’re going to burn in a lake of fire. Another example of that Christian love I hear so much about…? … This is your last chance to enter the Secular Coalition for America’s “Find an… Read more
