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As an atheist, I’m comforted by the knowledge that whatever harm comes my way is not judgment or punishment from “God,” sent to refine a rebellious soul. It’s simply the laws of nature—no cruel, hidden meaning behind it. Empty boat: There’s a Zen story in which a man is enjoying himself on a river at ...

riddle: Why is it impolite to talk religion/politics, but just fine to talk about job/school?

Back to school/back to work Monday morning ramblings. May we appreciate those institutions/organizations/communities which do more good for us all.

Hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas- I was able to spend time outside with family, if I can just get outside I'm happy.

Taoism for me - I did have my records removed.

If there's no other church - find a different funday sunday activity? Kayaking, dirt bikes, hiking, doughnuts, movies, go carts, swimming, spa - claim every other funday. Hugs!

Perhaps every other Sunday - bring kids to a different church? Find a different denomination, something their friends attend if possible with an amazing youth program that is better than your local ward's

Will miss their inspired words of wisdom. RIP.

Foundations - everything unfolding now is the inevitable result of everything that has ever happened, a truth any group can rightly claim as its own. I do appreciate "by the people for the people", escaping authoritarian rule. Everyone agrees it is best to stop relying on authority—healthy c ...

Wishing you all candy, scary movies, good weather, and a fun weekend.

How about PR centered on charity - sending relief to GAZA, new service opportunities - opening a hospital (instead of a temple) - opening homeless shelters - daycare in church buildings during the day so women can work .... oh wait, those are things only other Christians do, not things the Mormons ...

The Lord will never leave the Church without guidance!!!

Oh wait... in the moments between death and new prophet - I suppose the entire earth falls under darkness with no guidance and no leadership.... scary

Unwritten rule of astrology and fortune telling: say something vague, let people do all the emotional labor, and watch them thank you for “knowing their soul.” use vague, general statements that seem personal, but actually apply to almost anyone, and people unconsciously fill in the blanks with the ...

Was there a conference talk on mormon kids who grow up to be... troubled? What is the behavior blamed on?

Why was no one at church warned? I thought the Holy Spirit protects - everyone should have gotten a funny feeling, realized what was happening, and evacuated early?

Respond to abuse with kindness, children... -50 Missed it, came here for synopsis. Can you elaborate on this? Were children told to be kind to those who abuse them??? It was this weird story about someone being emotional and probably verbally abusive (they didn't use the word abusive, but that's ...

MoPag wrote: ↑Sat Oct 04, 2025 9:30 am Respond to abuse with kindness, children... -50

Missed it, came here for synopsis.

Can you elaborate on this? Were children told to be kind to those who abuse them???

From article: had lived in Utah and had a relationship with a woman involved in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. During their conversation, Sanford told him he had his tattoos removed to take part in church ceremonies. Sounds to me like he may have attended/joined. If so it sounds ...

I have family members less than an hour away, and they are in shock. But a local journalist has a story about how a canvassing city councillor candidate ran into this guy on the campaign trail. I think it's ok to post this here but if it's a problem let me know: https://davebondy.substack.com/p ...

Early findings suggest he may have struggled with mental health issues, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and investigators are also examining possible anti-Mormon rhetoric posted online. https://channel2now.com/2025/09/28/article/news/crime/grand-blanc-mormon-church-shooting-suspect ...

It sounds like Tyler Robinson (who shot Charlie Kirk) was raised Mormon - church leader and his own father helped bring him in - https://nypost.com/2025/09/12/us-news/tyler-robinson-was-raised-mormon-and-killed-charlie-kirk-moments-after-he-praised-the-church/ Charlie Kirk’s alleged assassin Tyler R ...

What do you want to bet he left a long list of posthumous temple announcements to make sure no one trumps his numbers? Nelson will finish off temples, Oaks will do something different - Expand family home evening to better include conservative grandparents. New bright red hats for all - make faith ...