For those who do not follow the news closely I feel compelled to bring you the latest: THE HEAVENS—At a press conference Tuesday, God Almighty, our Lord and Heavenly Father, gave his strongest indication yet that he might soon step down from his post as the supreme ruler of all things. Following a routine address [...]
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Teaching religion at a secular university
NB: Rick’s comment made me realize that I did not clarify at the outset that I was not commenting directly on the merits of Howell’s hiring or firing. I was commenting on the practice of allowing an organization or donor outside of the university dictate the hiring or firing policies. The University of Illinois is [...]
A little over the top – Orange Eucharist
I just saw this on a clergy list and it may be old news for some. I love sports and particularly both all kinds of football myself, but I think this is really taking things too far. What do you all think? Too much? AKMA has already commented (and likely others) and he doesn’t like it [...]
Really? “Atheists Using Hair Dryers to ‘De-Baptize’”
I suppose one’s symbolism is as good as another’s but still, this strikes me as a bit silly. (It is better than what I thought when I read the headline, however, which was that they were standing outside of services and “drying” people off as they left the church.) U.S. Atheists Reportedly Using Hair Dryers [...]
Leaving SBL, faith and reason
A number of folks have commented on Prof. Hendel’s declaration that he is not renewing his SBL membership. (As always, John Hobbins has an incredibly thoughtful take on matters.) Today SBL members received an email from “SBL” (personified!) and I share it with others below. My thoughts can be summarized as this: the bigger the [...]
