Monthly Archives: February 2011

‘Repent Amarillo’ Leader Is Running for Mayor

Posted on February 19, 2011 by Guest Contributor

Just so you’re aware, David Grisham Jr., the guy who runs Repent Amarillo, is running for mayor. Repent Amarillo and Grisham aim to deter promiscuity, homosexuality and non-Christian worship practices through confrontation and prayer, and their actions have sparked controversy, … Continue reading →

Posted in General, Politics | 25 Comments

Why Asking Why Isn’t Enough

Posted on February 19, 2011 by

by Jesse Galef – The question “Why?” is an impressively vague word. Used without context, it can be almost useless. I got contacted by the makers of the documentary “The Nature of Existence” whose trailer starts with the filmmaker saying … Continue reading →

Posted in General, Humor, Jesse Galef | 17 Comments

Everything You Need to Know About the Major Religions

Posted on February 19, 2011 by Guest Contributor

Michael Xuereb has written a very insightful new book called Everything You Need to Know about Christianity, Islam, Buddhism and Other Major Religions. It’s self-published but don’t let that sway you. Just check it out for yourself: I’m afraid I … Continue reading →

Posted in Books, General, Humor | 29 Comments

Sandra Bickley and Kim Hansen Should Not Be Elected to the Fremont School District 79 School Board

Posted on February 19, 2011 by Guest Contributor

When it’s happening in your neck of the woods — about 45 minutes north of Chicago — the “debate” about Creationism takes on a whole new level of seriousness. That’s why I’m paying special attention to the Fremont School District … Continue reading →

Posted in Education, General, Politics, Science | 27 Comments

Help an Atheist Win a Honeymoon!

Posted on February 18, 2011 by Guest Contributor

Reader Royce wants to give his fiancée the best honeymoon ever. However, a family emergency has forced him to dip into his wedding/honeymoon account to scrounge up some needed money. However, it turns out there’s a contest where one lucky … Continue reading →

Posted in General, Love | 14 Comments

The Pathetic ‘Care’ Provided By Christian Pregnancy Clinics

Posted on February 18, 2011 by Guest Contributor

Cienna Madrid has an eye-opening writeup of how Christian-run pregnancy clinics operate. It turns out they’re not just unhelpful but also incredibly harmful for women: Only half of the six pregnancy centers Megan and I visit during our weeklong pregnancy … Continue reading →

Posted in Abortion, General | 53 Comments

If Vatican City Were a TV Show…

Posted on February 18, 2011 by Guest Contributor

There are already sex scandals, abuses of power, and incredible wealth on display… so it’s surprising the Vatican City hasn’t been made into a TV show yet. But at least we have cheesy 80s theme music now If only the … Continue reading →

Posted in General, Humor | 18 Comments

The State Tournament

Posted on February 18, 2011 by Guest Contributor

I’m in Peoria for the Illinois State Speech/Forensics tournament over the next two days and I’m hoping we can bring home a State Champion (or two)! I’ve been involved in this program as a competitor and coach for nearly ten … Continue reading →

Posted in General | 9 Comments

Is Protesting Useless?

Posted on February 18, 2011 by Guest Contributor

Andrew Marin, a Christian who tries to bridge the gap between the church and the LGBT community, notes that a group of protestors in Illinois stood outside a Catholic church on Sunday to oppose the “anti-LGBT bigotry of the Catholic … Continue reading →

Posted in General, GLBT, Politics | 67 Comments

Heterosexual Questionnaire Extraordinaire

Posted on February 17, 2011 by

by Jesse Galef – Ever thought about the silly questions that gays and lesbians get asked? What would it be like to have that turned around? Check out this fantastic job done by Ashley Paramore and Greta Christina: The questions … Continue reading →

Posted in GLBT, Humor, Jesse Galef | 22 Comments