Read this for what it is, about an atheist who believes in reality and common sense. Its a bit long, and for that I apologise, but real world examples are often complex, far more so than convenient fables. This is not a Rant, it’s a real world situation I faced, and I thought long before posting, I don’t want any discussion - should there be any - to be heated or Rants, not my nature nor my intent to cause that. This will not be a new problem to many who study theology or religion, but it...

It is time the Catholic Church finally dealt with this disgraceful conduct once and for all within its ranks, and stop issuing pious statements of forgiveness and other ridiculous spin driven claptrap. The recent disclosure of an out of court settlement in a class action against the LA Diocese, brings to a head an ongoing saga of depravity and inhumane treatment by the very people the church empowers to spread its message of enlightenment and compassion, on a scale that beggars belief - not ...

Newsweek is carrying a story on a Female Priest, "ordained" at Eden Theological Seminary - probably should be named Eden Theatrical Seminary. Apparently these people are approved by the Ecumenical Catholic Communion who decline the authority of the Pope, but still see themselves as Roman Catholic. This paragon of virtue - who is also married by the way - starts this week at Saints Clare & Francis, a breakaway parish in Webster Groves, as an "associate pastor". (associate pastor? Whats tha...