Especially for my freethinking non-theist friends who often see only something to complain about or ridicule in the world of […]
Tag Archive for ‘Religion’
Memorial for the Church
Do we need to face the Church (faith, religion) as we face–or refuse to face–Death? An essay from a few […]
The End of “Sin”
This is a very good article on the consequences of teaching children there is such a thing as “sin”–and the […]
When a Loved One Stops Believing
If you’re a believing person and someone you care about says they no longer share your beliefs, don’t panic, judge […]
The Silent Skipping Stone
I don’t write many of these things called “poems.” In part inspired by the loss of Mary Oliver yesterday, I […]
Religion and Relationships
Many of us who make a “personal exodus” from faith have to face the loss of friendships and even family […]
Oh My Brahma
When I used to teach introductory courses on “World Wisdom Traditions,” we would discuss selections from Hindu scriptures including the […]
Walls in Heaven?
I wrote this in response to one of the craziest arguments I’ve heard for building more walls (and it’s not […]
Deep Breath, New Year, New Moment
Today’s column relates my visit to the Asheville Insight Meditation room with a gentle reminder to breathe. . . Deep […]
Ascent to Dissent
It may not be an easy climb, but perhaps most needed in our day and time. This higher perspective […]
New Book: A Freethinker’s Gospel
The new book by Chris Highland is available wherever you purchase books
Freethought, Faith and the Future
“Freethought, Faith and the Future” (Could the Secular Vision of Star Trek offer a Way Forward?) Author’s Note: This essay […]
Friendly Freethinker 