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Scientific method and the “supernatural”
Open Parachute | December 30th 2009 by Ken Perrott
This is a repeat of a post from over 2 years ago: Richard Dawkins TV series Enemies of Reason has caused some discussion about the relationship of science to the supernatural. This also comes up in discussions of the nature of science, the science/re read more
Nothing earth-shattering
The Coming Out Godless Project | December 28th 2009 by Rose
(Via Jason) I don’t remember the exact moment I became an atheist (I think it was more of a slow draining away, but I remember why. I was raised Catholic, spend a couple of years as an agnostic, and then became a born-again christian my second read more
The Unconsidered Life
Open Parachute | December 27th 2009 by Ken Perrott
A short and to-the-point video. Here the philosopher and author AC Grayling comments thinking critically and being a well-informed citizen of the world. Something to think about at this time for considering New Year’s resolutions. YouTube ̵ read more
holidays
Life-changing things that don't matter | December 23rd 2009 by Ray
It’s been a while since I tried to write some potential mind-stimulating words. But, hence there is not much to do after a few months on the road, except the occasional learning, working or exercising of course, there I go.. The anniversary of read more
Testimony of non-believers
Open Parachute | December 22nd 2009 by Ken Perrott
Recently I reviewed the book 50 Voices of Disbelief: Why We Are Atheists by Russell Blackford and Udo Schuklenk (see Why We Are Atheists). An interesting follow-up to that book is a talk back show (Talk back: the disbelievers) which played on ABC N read more
Christmas and the non Christian (Repost)
Pennsylvania Echoes | December 19th 2009 by chris DL
Update: I hate the reruns on TV during the holidays and I hate posting reruns here on Pennsylvania Echoes. However, this is a busy time of year in Pa, and we may have 12 inches of snow and a lot of shoveling. read more
Becoming an atheist
Open Parachute | December 19th 2009 by Ken Perrott
Book Review: Why I became an Atheist: Personal Reflections and Additional Arguments by John W. Loftus Price: US$15.95 Paperback: 180 pages Publisher: Trafford Publishing (November 7, 2008) Language: English ISBN-10: 1425183794 ISBN-13: 978-1425183 read more
NZ Atheist Bus Campaign reaches fund raising target in under a we…
Open Parachute | December 15th 2009 by Ken Perrott
Below is a press release from the organisers of the NZ Atheist Bus campaign. The current total raised is over NZ$20,200. Proposed ad for NZ buses The NZ Atheist Bus Campaign is one step closer to placing atheist ads on buses, with their fund raising read more
Bus adverts and the 2011 NZ census
Open Parachute | December 13th 2009 by Ken Perrott
What is it with these atheists? I go out of town for a few days and they launch their NZ bus adverts campaign. When I get back I find that I almost miss my own chance to make a donation! Because they are going to cap it off after reaching $20,000! read more
Faith is NOT Part of Our Bloodstream
Too Many Questions | December 12th 2009 by Crispy Sea
The Church of England's top Cleric - A very confused Cassock? Dr Williams told The Daily Telegraph: “The trouble with a lot of Government initiatives about faith is that they assume it is a problem, it’s an eccentricity, it’s practised by oddi read more
What’s your Theology?
Rainmakers & Storm Chasers | December 9th 2009 by Jenny Rain Schmitz
We all have a guiding theology and whether or not you believe in God has very little to do with it. Theology is defined as: The study of the nature of God and religious truth; rational inquiry into religious questions. A system or school of opi read more
War On Christmas 2009, Part 6
Miscellanea Agnostica | December 6th 2009 by PsiCop
The Christmas wars this year are becoming pitched battles (metaphorically speaking). A nativity scene in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania is now a point of contention, as reported by WPMT-TV: Dozens rallied in the borough’s square Saturday afternoon read more
Being good – no gods required
Open Parachute | December 1st 2009 by Ken Perrott
These sort of billboards are popping up everywhere I am currently reading Greg Epstein’s book “Good Without God: What a Billion Nonreligious People Do Believe.” In this he gives a brief description of humanist ideas going back thous read more
Islamic Philosophy-4
Parapemikir | December 1st 2009 by Iman K.
Ibnu Sina Certain Qur’anic themes have dominated Islamic philosophy throughout its long history and especially during the later period when this philosophy becomes a veritable theosophy in the original and not deviant meaning of the term, theosophi read more
Book Review: The Atheist’s Guide to Christmas
About Writing - The Personal Blog of An Aspiring Writer | November 28th 2009 by Pace J Miller
Fear not, religious nuts. Atheists have not yet taken over the world. Not yet, anyway. Remember the infamous Atheist Bus Campaign that stirred up all that controversy at the end of 2008? You know, the posters on the side of UK buses that said: read more
Agnosticism, After life, and my pet Cat.
Pennsylvania Echoes | November 27th 2009 by chris DL
For me, it is not as important as questions pertaining to this life or existence. Its ok to say I don't know, whether I suspect one way or the other or neither way. read more
I am NOT EVIL!
My Hiding Place In Cyberspace | November 27th 2009 by Heidi
On my November 24 blog post, I wrote up a quick blurb about the 150th anniversary of Darwin’s book On Origin Of Species. It was an innocent-enough post (or so I thought) which gave a nod to the occasion while respecting the fact that this is still read more
Richard Dawkins in Auckland next March
Open Parachute | November 26th 2009 by Ken Perrott
This guy leads an extremely busy life. I know he is promoting his recently published books The Greatest Show on Earth and consequently gets into book tours. But his publishers certainly work him hard. Next March (Wednesday 10th) he is speaking in Wel read more
Alat Menyetir Otomatis
Free Unlimited Ebook Blog | November 24th 2009 by Neny
Sedang malas untuk mengantar sang kekasih pergi ke supermarket? Atau malas menjemput kekasih pulang dari kantor? Jangan kuatir, sekarang kalau mau anda bisa melakukan itu semua dengan tetap berada di dalam rumah. Pronto4 Agnostic Autonomy System adal read more
Book Review: Busted by Fred von Kamecke
Pastoral Musings | November 17th 2009 by pastoral musings
Busted: Exposing Popular Myths about Christianity by Fred von Kamecke Busted Thanks to Andrew Rogers of Zondervan for sending me this book to review. I had requested for Andrew to send me a book that he thought would be a good book for my readers. read more
Galileo and Hollywood
Open Parachute | November 17th 2009 by Ken Perrott
I have always enjoyed Carolyn Porco’s talks. She is the director of CICLOPS, the Cassini Imaging Science Team. Cassini is currently in orbit around Saturn. In this talk given at the AAI 2009 Convention she covers some interesting topics (see vi read more
Surrounded By Christians
The Coming Out Godless Project | November 17th 2009 by Rose
(Via Tom) I don’t know exactly how to start this story off. I guess i should start off by saying I was home schooled as a child. I only went to a (Christian) private preschool and kindergarten (if that even counts) so of course I was taught not read more
11/16 - “I found another Jew for you”
The Stabbing Pen | November 17th 2009
This really could apply to any type of minority, but sometimes you’re one, and then another of that appears. The other day I was at a birthday party for my friend Cindy’s husband, and while standing next to me she yells across the room, & read more
Prayer is Always the Answer by Vince Jones
Sober Living's Addiction Recovery Blog | November 16th 2009 by Mike H
Vince Jones is a strong spiritual teacher who lectures to our clients at both our men’s rehab programs and our women’s rehab programs. Prayer is Always the Answer What more do you need to know? OK, how about this: I often chat with those read more
The rules of science
Open Parachute | November 15th 2009 by Ken Perrott
PZ Myers has a great post Ten Questions to Ask Your Biology Teacher About Intelligent Design. It briefly discusses, and disposes of, some of the most common intelligent design (ID) arguments. And does it so clearly. He is a great writer – and I read more
This Hell would be useful!
Open Parachute | November 10th 2009 by Ken Perrott
Book Review: The Infernova by S. A. Alenthony Price: US$11.21 Paperback: 220 pages Publisher: Blackburnian Press (August 11, 2009) Language: English ISBN-10: 0981967892 ISBN-13: 978-0981967899 Hello there! If you are new here, you migh read more
The Controversy Behind ADHD
Mc2Blog - Spiritual Life And Natural Health Blog | November 6th 2009
ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is the most common psychiactric disorder among children. It affects 3 to 5% of the worlds children. The characteristics of ADHD include a pattern of persistent impulsiveness and failure to pay attention read more
An Atheist in the Catholic Church
The Things | November 4th 2009 by Sean
lady with finger on lips from Creative Images I purposefully joined a group of Catholics in an attempt to mask my faithlessness as I walked into the church . Much to my surprise, I did not burst into flames. People were dipping their hands into a read more
Richard Dawkins in Wellington next March
Open Parachute | November 3rd 2009 by Ken Perrott
Auckland got Richard Dawkins by video this year when he announced the winner of the inaugural Royal Society NZ science Book of the Year award. Next March Wellington will get him in person. Dawkins will be speaking during the Writers and Readers Week read more
Billy Graham and theological humility, will the next generation f…
Bible Answers for Seekers | November 2nd 2009
Every three years, young evangelists from around the world gather in Portland Oregon to attend a conference put on by the Next Generation Alliance, an organization dedicated to mentoring the next generation of global gospel preachers. While I’m loo read more
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