Monthly Archives: February 2010

Atheist Group Forms at Arkansas State University

Posted on February 27, 2010 by Guest Contributor

Arkansas State University has an atheist group now, so you should join “[The Atheist Community of Jonesboro] was formed because Northeast Arkansas non-theists have no representation in the area, and no forum through which to socialize, to network and to … Continue reading →

Posted in General, Secular Student Alliance | 7 Comments

Surviving the Faith-based Medical Neglect of My Childhood: An Ex-Christian Scientist’s Story

Posted on February 26, 2010 by Guest Contributor

I mentioned earlier that during the Secular Coalition for America’s briefing with White House officials, Liz Heywood, one of the speakers from our side, was unable to make it because of the weather. As a child, Liz’s Christian Scientist parents … Continue reading →

Posted in General, Politics | 35 Comments

Update: The Secular Coalition for America’s Briefing with the Obama Administration

Posted on February 26, 2010 by Guest Contributor

I’m back from the briefing. Here is some of what all went down. After meeting in the Secular Coalition for America‘s offices in DC, we made the trek to the EEOB, where the policy briefing would take place: Some of … Continue reading →

Posted in General, Politics, Secular Coalition for America | 31 Comments

Why is This Relevant?

Posted on February 26, 2010 by greaternewhope

Hey everyone, this is Ron Gold checking in: There have been a string of arson attacks against churches this year in Texas, which is obviously horrible. Happily, it looks like the ordeal is over, as the suspected perpetrators were arrested … Continue reading →

Posted in Churches, General, Ron Gold | 23 Comments

Ask Richard: My Brother-in-Law is Deconverting While Fighting in Iraq

Posted on February 26, 2010 by richard wade

Note: When letter writers sign with their first names instead of a pseudonym or nickname, I randomly change their name for added anonymity. My name is Aaron and I’ve been an atheist for almost 1 and a half years. I’m … Continue reading →

Posted in Advice, Coming Out, General, Military Atheists, Richard Wade | 22 Comments

Can You Get a Refund on a Tithe?

Posted on February 26, 2010 by Guest Contributor

For ten years when he was younger, reader Brody gave a tithe — 10% of every gift and paycheck went directly back to his church. Since he was in his teens most of that time, that amounted to only one … Continue reading →

Posted in Advice, General | 49 Comments

Thanks for your help!

Posted on February 25, 2010 by cat

About a month ago I posted here asking for y’all’s help on a research paper I was doing on atheists’ experiences as outsiders here in America. It was for a seminary class on “outsider” religious groups in America, and my … Continue reading →

Posted in Mike Clawson | 31 Comments

The Secular Coalition for America’s Briefing with the Obama Administration

Posted on February 25, 2010 by Guest Contributor

Occasionally, certain groups will get briefed by the White House on issues relating to their interests. This happens for environmental groups, health groups, and even religious groups. But never an atheist group… until tomorrow. Friday morning, surrounded by representatives from … Continue reading →

Posted in General, Politics, Secular Coalition for America | 28 Comments

My Birthday Wish

Posted on February 25, 2010 by Guest Contributor

Today, I turn 27. (Though I’m told that’s not a special enough birthday to celebrate.) Too bad. I’m planning on making the most of it! It turns out the Secular Student Alliance is growing faster than ever before. Less than … Continue reading →

Posted in General | 41 Comments

Sam Harris Tweets

Posted on February 24, 2010 by Guest Contributor

Sam Harris is now on Twitter. He’s been on there for less than a day and already has more friends than you. How does that make you feel? (P.S. His new book will be called The Moral Landscape: How science … Continue reading →

Posted in General | 5 Comments