Category Archives: Religion

On Being An Uncharismatic Christian…

Posted on January 19, 2017 by bsixsmith

For some people, growing up as a Catholic makes one feel bad for enjoying oneself. Growing up as a Charismatic Christian can make one feel bad for not enjoying oneself. I hate people exaggerating the trials of their youth. Sometimes … Continue reading →

Posted in God, Personal, Religion | 2 Comments

Reverend Fraser and the Cult of Giles…

Posted on December 23, 2016 by bsixsmith

I feel sure that Giles Fraser, the Church of England priest and Guardian columnist, is a nice man: a loving husband, a devoted father and a loyal friend. But with such authority it is not enough to be nice, and … Continue reading →

Posted in Britain, Religion | 8 Comments

More Fun With New Atheists…

Posted on October 12, 2016 by bsixsmith

More astonishingly unintentional new atheist humour comes from the biologist Jerry Coyne. Coyne is known for reviewing books he has not read and now attacks a conference that has yet to take place. Not only is Coyne’s hostile judgement based … Continue reading →

Posted in Rationalism, Religion, Scepticism, Science | 2 Comments