47boreas: My religion is Protestant (Lutheran Church).
I have had one Catholic and some Jewish friends, but during last years I have not kept in contact with them, because they do not live here. One of my Jewish friends died of heart attack some years ago. :'( Her humour was VERY wit. I miss her.
Boreas
I have had one Catholic and some Jewish friends, but during last years I have not kept in contact with them, because they do not live here. One of my Jewish friends died of heart attack some years ago. :'( Her humour was VERY wit. I miss her.
Boreas
jerkin4-10: Charismatic Christian...can ya say JESUS!!!....can ya say JESUS!!!... any questions about handlin snakes or talkin in tongues...shoot em my way...
hehehe...never handled snakes...seen it done time or two...
but i think its STUPID and got the chapter and verse for ya...
hehehe...never handled snakes...seen it done time or two...
but i think its STUPID and got the chapter and verse for ya...
I am Protestant, Presbyterian USA, but attend regularly the Methodist Church where I'm an associate member and choir member. I began worship at that church b/c of its location, whereas the closest Pres church wasn't
conveniently located. The outstanding choir director there has proved my selection rewarding.
Before marrying my Dad and becoming Presbyterian, my Mom was a Methodist whose granddad was a Methodist minister.
I don't necessary believe one should become a member of the church his parents raised him in, so in my early 30s I read theology widely and discovered my personal beliefs.
The best and longest-time friend I have had is Catholic
with a double Major in theology and now working on his Doctorate. I respect lots of the formality of his religion, but differ with the churche's administrative structure.
I'm happy to see this thread on LPSG, coz, after all, I think we owe all we are and have (yeah, that included) to God.
conveniently located. The outstanding choir director there has proved my selection rewarding.
Before marrying my Dad and becoming Presbyterian, my Mom was a Methodist whose granddad was a Methodist minister.
I don't necessary believe one should become a member of the church his parents raised him in, so in my early 30s I read theology widely and discovered my personal beliefs.
The best and longest-time friend I have had is Catholic
with a double Major in theology and now working on his Doctorate. I respect lots of the formality of his religion, but differ with the churche's administrative structure.
I'm happy to see this thread on LPSG, coz, after all, I think we owe all we are and have (yeah, that included) to God.
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I was baptized Roman Catholic, but never really went to church. Blame it on my father. :-[
Inwood: Church of Christ (not latter day saints) conservative branch.
I believe in God, etc. Just got different things out of it then others. Never baptized though. Felt you had to be clear about things before you did that or you were faking it. Plus I figure there's a special hell for ones who do fake it.
But overall a strong secularist when it comes to government. Freedom of religion yes but also freedom from religion. Which by the way makes me think government shouldn't recognize marriage. Only civil unions since it's not legal no matter what the church does in the way of ceremony. You're only married if the state says you are (as I understand it as explained by a lawyer friend). That way the question of marriage can be shouted over by the religious and atheists and all people in between all they want. The government wouldn't get involved. But that's just me and my opinion. Not to mention off topic but we won't go there. ;D
I believe in God, etc. Just got different things out of it then others. Never baptized though. Felt you had to be clear about things before you did that or you were faking it. Plus I figure there's a special hell for ones who do fake it.
But overall a strong secularist when it comes to government. Freedom of religion yes but also freedom from religion. Which by the way makes me think government shouldn't recognize marriage. Only civil unions since it's not legal no matter what the church does in the way of ceremony. You're only married if the state says you are (as I understand it as explained by a lawyer friend). That way the question of marriage can be shouted over by the religious and atheists and all people in between all they want. The government wouldn't get involved. But that's just me and my opinion. Not to mention off topic but we won't go there. ;D
prepstudinsc: [quote author=Inwood link=board=meetgreet;num=1063159525;start=20#26 date=10/14/03 at 21:00:09]Church of Christ (not latter day saints) conservative branch.
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Some of the best hymn singing I've ever heard was in a Church of Christ. Since they don't use instruments in worship (their argument is that they are a New Testament church, and no mention of instruments is made, unlike the Old Testament), the congregation sings in beautiful four part harmony. Locally, there is a very large Church of Christ that is known for it's singing and has a fantastic vocal ensemble that leads some of the singing.
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Some of the best hymn singing I've ever heard was in a Church of Christ. Since they don't use instruments in worship (their argument is that they are a New Testament church, and no mention of instruments is made, unlike the Old Testament), the congregation sings in beautiful four part harmony. Locally, there is a very large Church of Christ that is known for it's singing and has a fantastic vocal ensemble that leads some of the singing.
ORCABOMBER: I am interested by the results. I'm Catholic, altough I believe, I think I tend to call him "bastard" more often then not. No offence, I'm a yoof, I have an excuse! ;D
I suppose that also counts to most of my issues dick related as well.
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One comment for Tender. Men and porn seem to go hand in hand, since he's given you three wonderfull children and seems to be "going through the motions for a fouth". No problems huh? Fantasy and reality are pretty distinct for us. OK?
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Solis, that is a really good comment about the more conserved religons, I suppose their might be something anti-morals or even "heathern" about this site, but we're legitimate, and frankly, I like you guys. Don't change! Bring your friends! <^.^>
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Inwood. Now there's a really good point actually, I think the difficult thing is that sometimes religon and culture go side by side, not often peacefully, if we take Northern Island vs Ireland, I've often wondered if I shouted "I'm Black!" Down the border, would I get shot by both sides?
Also with the "WOT" and the Pope's attitude to contraception, religon seems to be getting a bad rep at the mo.
I suppose that also counts to most of my issues dick related as well.
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One comment for Tender. Men and porn seem to go hand in hand, since he's given you three wonderfull children and seems to be "going through the motions for a fouth". No problems huh? Fantasy and reality are pretty distinct for us. OK?
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Solis, that is a really good comment about the more conserved religons, I suppose their might be something anti-morals or even "heathern" about this site, but we're legitimate, and frankly, I like you guys. Don't change! Bring your friends! <^.^>
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Inwood. Now there's a really good point actually, I think the difficult thing is that sometimes religon and culture go side by side, not often peacefully, if we take Northern Island vs Ireland, I've often wondered if I shouted "I'm Black!" Down the border, would I get shot by both sides?
Also with the "WOT" and the Pope's attitude to contraception, religon seems to be getting a bad rep at the mo.
Inwood: Yep, you got it. No instruments in a conservative Church of Christ. The liberal branch I don't know about but they're going to hell anyway so what's a little guitar slide. ;D
Actually I consider Church of Christ to be a rather intellectual church. No one has the final say. You are encouraged to study and question what the preacher says and if you disagree you say it.
Yes, religion gets a bad rap sometimes and sometimes it gets exactly what's coming to it. And the reason for that is the people speaking for religion don't see the irony of their statements protesting treatment of them and their beliefs while at the same time being more then happy to stick to someone who's beliefs differ. I won't pick out one particular church, synagogue, temple or mosque or whatever else those things may be called. Just fill in the blank with the group YOU disagree with.
Actually I consider Church of Christ to be a rather intellectual church. No one has the final say. You are encouraged to study and question what the preacher says and if you disagree you say it.
Yes, religion gets a bad rap sometimes and sometimes it gets exactly what's coming to it. And the reason for that is the people speaking for religion don't see the irony of their statements protesting treatment of them and their beliefs while at the same time being more then happy to stick to someone who's beliefs differ. I won't pick out one particular church, synagogue, temple or mosque or whatever else those things may be called. Just fill in the blank with the group YOU disagree with.
jerkin4-10: hmmmm...HARDCORE...HINDU....isnt that an oxymoron?
like military intelligence...deafening silence...etc....
just a thought...
like military intelligence...deafening silence...etc....
just a thought...
Dantesco: [quote author=joe22xxx link=board=meetgreet;num=1063159525;start=20#29 date=10/15/03 at 13:27:28]Raised a catholic, but am finding a lot of interesting stuff in Buddhism.[/quote]
Actually theres quite a lot in Buddhism that Catholics, High Episcopalians and Eastern Orthodox should find interesting ... and somewhat familiar.
I think some studying of other religions is an enriching experience. All religions carry something of The Truth, and The Truth is something that this world is sorely lacking at times.
Actually theres quite a lot in Buddhism that Catholics, High Episcopalians and Eastern Orthodox should find interesting ... and somewhat familiar.
I think some studying of other religions is an enriching experience. All religions carry something of The Truth, and The Truth is something that this world is sorely lacking at times.
hungone: I gotta add in my 2 cents - also Jewish - but rarely have I met other Jewish men who are hung....don't know why!?!
Tender: [quote author=ORCABOMBER link=board=meetgreet;num=1063159525;start=20#28 date=10/15/03 at 09:32:48]
One comment for Tender. Men and porn seem to go hand in hand, since he's given you three wonderfull children and seems to be "going through the motions for a fouth". No problems huh? Fantasy and reality are pretty distinct for us. OK?
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sorry,
but i have NO idea what you are talking about here.
could you explain some more for me? i must have said something taken the wrong way? or i mean why are you talking to me here? ???
:-/
Tender
One comment for Tender. Men and porn seem to go hand in hand, since he's given you three wonderfull children and seems to be "going through the motions for a fouth". No problems huh? Fantasy and reality are pretty distinct for us. OK?
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sorry,
but i have NO idea what you are talking about here.
could you explain some more for me? i must have said something taken the wrong way? or i mean why are you talking to me here? ???
:-/
Tender
Tender: [quote author=jonb link=board=meetgreet;num=1063159525;start=20#36 date=10/18/03 at 20:14:38]
It might help if you didn't cut the end of it off. LOL[/quote]
so do agree
It might help if you didn't cut the end of it off. LOL[/quote]
so do agree
Finnmark: Religion ? The most highly dangerous commodity in human affairs.
What do (all) religions preach ? Peace, justice, harmony, mercy, forgiveness, reconciliation, gentleness, compassion ... love. And all humanity would say 'amen' to that.
What does religion produce ? War, conflict, persecution, cruelty, torture, vindictiveness, self-righteousness, power-over-others, ignorance, superstition, oppression and guilt. A history which, to this day, shrieks with hypocrisy.
But when you're in it - whatever 'department' of the religious world it may happen to be - you can't see it. Or, if you catch a glimpse, you quickly avert your gaze, pretending all's well and that religion is, after all, unquestionably a 'good thing'. I know because I've been there. And I have now extricated myself (not without pain), and the view from outside the religious 'goldfish bowl' is amazing and exciting.
True, there are beautiful by-products of religion: buildings, music, literature ... but that is not really the point. The basic requirement of each of us - a love for our own and others' humanity - is not enhanced or enabled by the predication of a 'god' who issues 'laws' to be propagated by powerful religions. Just the opposite, apparently.
What do (all) religions preach ? Peace, justice, harmony, mercy, forgiveness, reconciliation, gentleness, compassion ... love. And all humanity would say 'amen' to that.
What does religion produce ? War, conflict, persecution, cruelty, torture, vindictiveness, self-righteousness, power-over-others, ignorance, superstition, oppression and guilt. A history which, to this day, shrieks with hypocrisy.
But when you're in it - whatever 'department' of the religious world it may happen to be - you can't see it. Or, if you catch a glimpse, you quickly avert your gaze, pretending all's well and that religion is, after all, unquestionably a 'good thing'. I know because I've been there. And I have now extricated myself (not without pain), and the view from outside the religious 'goldfish bowl' is amazing and exciting.
True, there are beautiful by-products of religion: buildings, music, literature ... but that is not really the point. The basic requirement of each of us - a love for our own and others' humanity - is not enhanced or enabled by the predication of a 'god' who issues 'laws' to be propagated by powerful religions. Just the opposite, apparently.
Antin: I guess I am the only Taoist here... What Dantesco said about The Truth I believe to be fundamentally correct. Everything comes ultimately from one source, The Truth only becomes confusing when it is mired in to much doctrine and dogma.
Being a Taoist of course I do have some interest in Chan/Zen Buddhism and am open to concepts of most other religions as well... my grandfather was a baptist minister so I was raised in a Christian environment and as a Taoist I still consider Christ to be the most profound spiritual teacher to ever hit the planet. I also believe that anyone who truly reads the teachings of Christ and sets aside church doctrine and compares what he had to say with the teachings of other faiths especially some of those from the east such as Taoism and Chan the teachings are fundamentally the same.
Being a Taoist of course I do have some interest in Chan/Zen Buddhism and am open to concepts of most other religions as well... my grandfather was a baptist minister so I was raised in a Christian environment and as a Taoist I still consider Christ to be the most profound spiritual teacher to ever hit the planet. I also believe that anyone who truly reads the teachings of Christ and sets aside church doctrine and compares what he had to say with the teachings of other faiths especially some of those from the east such as Taoism and Chan the teachings are fundamentally the same.
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