There’s a new trend sweeping across Europe – people requesting to be de-baptized because they no longer want to be affiliated with the Roman Catholic Church. Is this even possible?
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Why the “Nones” Are Leaving the Church – And What You Can Do About It
Commentary by Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
A recent survey has found that a majority of religiously unaffiliated Americans say they left organized religion because they question a lot of religious teachings. This is hardly news to most Catholic parents, but the poll gives some surprising clues about what can be done to stem the tide of children leaving the Church.
Atheists Want “In God We Trust” Removed from US Currency
The same California atheist who fought unsuccessfully to have “under God” removed from the Pledge of Allegiance is at it again – this time launching a legal challenge to have “In God We Trust” removed from all U.S. currency.
Atheist Comedian Touched by First Holy Communion
by Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Journalist
After attending the First Holy Communion of her sons, popular Australian broadcaster, comedian and confirmed atheist Wendy Harmer wrote in her latest column that she felt humbled by the faith of the congregation and praised the blessings weekly services provide that aren’t found anywhere else in secular society.
Man Who Preached Atheism Dies a Believer
By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Journalist
The famous one-time atheist academic, Antony Flew, who experienced a profound conversion after studying research into genetics and DNA, has died at the age of 87.
