Rudeness Amidst the Holiday Cheer

How appropriate would it be for me to shout in the marketplace that there is no god and Christianity is based on a contrived mythology that continues to evolve into conflicting views? Would that be rude?

The Bible’s Inclusivity in Creation

When the Bible said God created male and female, he included people of all genders and sexual orientations.

Rocky Mountain Shame

In our church, we were suspicious of anything too emotional. We thought it was dangerous to get too caught up in wonder or elation because happiness couldn’t possibly be spiritual.

I Counted In Church

Leaving the church was one of the hardest things I've ever done.  I have no qualms about letting go of God and religion.  But the people--I loved them and I still do.     I am aware of the flaws, dysfunction, and outright abuse that happened in many churches, and I understand that those who were … Continue reading I Counted In Church

I No Longer Reach for Heaven

I’m astounded that anyone could be persuaded to accept a way of life that guarantees their condemnation.  But I’m sorry to say we made converts.