Religulous is preachy and proud of it

Books & Movies

Religulous was obviously made for Atheists. It preaches to the choir with no apologies. It won’t change believers’ minds, and it doesn’t try to. As a piece of op-ed filmmaking, it is well done, very entertaining, and the humor is often sidesplitting. Hell, even many believers will enjoy this movie.

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Dreaming Still

Poetry & Fiction

An old church, existential conversation, a convenience store heist, and the tear king.
New short fiction from Thomas Storey.

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Cows and Christian music

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I don’t like Christian music, but I do dig this song by Nathan Schneider from Killing the Buddha. Probably because it’s not Christian music.

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“Thank you God for giving us Harvey Milk”

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From conservative Mormon to Oscar winner. Dustin Lance Black’s moving acceptance speech for best original screenplay for the moving “Milk”.

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Jehovah’s Witness’ roots: An introduction to C.T. Russell

Features & Essays

On the anniversary of Charles Taze Russell’s 157th birthday, journalist Thomas Solomon explores this influential and controversial Bible student’s life and legacy.

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A Bible for every niche

Books & Movies

Those who don’t want to bogged down with a thick, leather-bound tome with microscopic print have plenty of other options. Here are 10 such niche alternatives to the thing we call the Bible.

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Prophets in love, part 1: Abrahamic religions

Features & Essays

The first in a 4 part series, here we will examine some of the major prophets of religion, and the romantic relationships that may or may not have shaped the evolution of their respective faith.

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Yet another evolution debate

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I posted a short personal essay the other day, explaining my belief that evolution and belief in a creator are not mutually exclusive. I was very impressed at the debate that ensued in the comments. It was relatively free of personal attacks, name calling, and general stupidity. These were very intelligent, informed, thoughtful and somewhat long-winded comments

You can read all 4500 words of comments here, but I’m sure you have better things to do. Therefore I have edited the comments down to about 2500 words for you reading pleasure.

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Darwin is the Devil

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Darwin has long been a champion to Atheists. Why can’t he be a champion to believers as well?

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The truth about Wicca

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Witches, spells, magick, oh my! Wiccan teacher Court Pellin puts an end to distortions of the Wiccan religion.

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Mini-mega-preacher

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This 10 year old child has a bright future as the pastor of a mega-church. Either that or he’ll become an atheist. I don’t know whether to smile or cringe.

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