Cardinal Sin

The graffiti artist known as Banksy has unveiled a new artwork at the Walker Art Gallery in Liverpool. Called “Cardinal Sin,” the sculpture is a response to the Catholic child abuse scandal. It’s a bust of a priest with the face “pixalated” by using kitchen tiles:

The BBC quotes the artist:

“The statue? I guess you could call it a Christmas present. At this time of year it’s easy to forget the true meaning of Christianity – the lies, the corruption, the abuse.”

Via Dangerous Minds

Bible as Prophylactic

Yes, it’s difficult to read two version of the bible while having sex. But it’s the only way to be sure …

Christian SWAT

I’ve always been creeped out by Christians using martial metaphors or symbols, from the Salvation Army down to the Christian para-military groups. This, while silly, gives me an unpleasant feeling.

Via American Jesus.

Marvelous Measles

Alright, this is going too far, even for an anti-vaxxer:

From Reasonable Hank, who explains that Stephanie Messenger is an anti-vaccination activist in Queensland, and part of the Australian Vaccination Network.

Is the universe aware?