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04-08-2008, 12:34 PM
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Mommysavers Goddess
Last Online: Yesterday 02:16 PM
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: Idaho
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I'm a Catholic aetheist.
Yes, I'm aware that sounds weird.
I was raised Catholic. I went to Catholic schools. I received all the sacraments. I'm raising DD in the Catholic church. What can I say? I really like the religion and the community. I consider being Catholic like a heritage, similar to a nationality. Being Catholic is apart of who I am.
I think religion in general is a good social experience. I like the moral reminders and opportunities to do good works through the church. Of all the religions out there that meet on a regular basis, I relate most to Catholicism. If I could meet with a group of Buddhists on a regular basis, that would probably more align with my spiritual sense but that's not available to me.
Yes, I have explored other religions.
As for the belief in God thing, I'm an aetheist. When we're dead, we're dead.
Interesting though, both of my parents had after-death experiences. My Mom flatlined and was revived by doctors. She said it was horrible - dark, shadowy, scary, etc. My Mom was mentally ill and a tortured soul. However, I don't think she qualified to go to hell! My Dad died and was revived by paramedics. He said the experience was wonderful. When he revived his first thoughts were very angry because he liked where he had been and he didn't want to come back to this earthly existence. He said all his worries washed away and he was filled with a overwhelming sense of love. Of course, he was the parent who still attended the Catholic church long after he had anyone to go with him (kids to take, my mom stopped going, etc.) My take on God is, if one exists, s/he will understand and smile on me.
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