Monthly Archives: September 2009

The World of Conservative Christian Homeschooling, Part 3

Posted on September 7, 2009 by Guest Contributor

I’ve been reading a book called Write These Laws on Your Children: Inside the World of Conservative Christian Homeschooling (Beacon Press, August, 2009) by Robert Kunzman. The book is a look at six Christian families and how they homeschool their … Continue reading →

Posted in Books, General | 46 Comments

Thanks for the Gift Box

Posted on September 6, 2009 by Guest Contributor

Well, this is very nice of the church to offer… (via nakedpastor)

Posted in Churches, General, Humor | 16 Comments

The Reasonists

Posted on September 6, 2009 by Guest Contributor

Today’s Doonesbury gets you where it hurts: Sad, but true. Though, as more of us demand truth via reason and evidence, the easier it will become to drown out the crazy voices.

Posted in Fine Arts, General, Humor, Pseudoscience | 9 Comments

Ask Richard: Supplement: Dealing With Religious People Who are Actually Fragile

Posted on September 6, 2009 by richard wade

In a comment on my post, “Dealing With Evangelizers Who Seem Fragile,” Nomad asked a very good question: “Remember, the vulnerability is an illusion.” I don’t think that’s true. Many religious people are very vulnerable. Your suggestions are primarily for … Continue reading →

Posted in Advice, General, Richard Wade | 12 Comments

The True Story of Human Development

Posted on September 6, 2009 by Guest Contributor

When I learned about reproduction in Biology, the line explaining sperm vs. egg production was always a joke about “quality vs. quantity.” Now, I know the true story behind that. In fact, we should just remove Biology from school curriculums … Continue reading →

Posted in General, Humor, Science | 12 Comments

The World of Conservative Christian Homeschooling, Part 2

Posted on September 6, 2009 by Guest Contributor

I’ve been reading a book called Write These Laws on Your Children: Inside the World of Conservative Christian Homeschooling (Beacon Press, August, 2009) by Robert Kunzman. The book is a look at six Christian families and how they homeschool their … Continue reading →

Posted in Books, General | 13 Comments

Ask Richard: Dealing With Evangelizers Who Seem Fragile

Posted on September 6, 2009 by richard wade

Hey Richard, First, I want to say that I’m really loving your advice column. I’ve always respected the thought you put into your posts and comments, and I think this format really works. I hope it’s a permanent feature. My … Continue reading →

Posted in Advice, General, Richard Wade | 16 Comments

The Joy of Godless Sex

Posted on September 5, 2009 by Guest Contributor

Now here’s a talk that you won’t want to miss: “The Joy of Godless Sex” by Fred Edwords When it comes to sexuality, two sizes don’t fit all. Nor does one institution. That’s why a nontheistic, humanist approach recognizes sexual … Continue reading →

Posted in General, Love | 3 Comments

Worst Security System Ever

Posted on September 5, 2009 by Guest Contributor

The Columbus Dispatch reports on what some local residents are doing in the aftermath of a couple robberies: Many people who encounter sudden, unexpected violence have no idea how to react. For Melynda Workman, there was never any question. Last … Continue reading →

Posted in General | 27 Comments

Why Don’t Christians Ever Get New Arguments?

Posted on September 5, 2009 by Guest Contributor

How many times have you heard Christians use Pascal’s Wager in a debate? Or the canard that “it takes more faith to be an atheist”? Or the question of how we atheists can have morals or a purpose without religion? … Continue reading →

Posted in General | 54 Comments