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Pope’s crackdown on order alarms traditionalists

It appears as if Pope Francis is trying to move the Catholic Church into the twenty-first century. Personally, being that I’m an atheist and believe that the Catholic Church is a corrupt organization, and has been since its inception, I … Continue reading

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Popes John Paul II, John XXIII to be made saints: Vatican

If Pope John Paul II is a saint I’m a god, and needless to say I’m no god, and Pope John Paul II certainly is no saint. This is a guy who repeatedly covered up for the sexual molestation of … Continue reading

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Bishop launches petition for global Catholic abuse council

It’s good to know that there is a former official of the Catholic Church who is willing to recognize the worldwide abuse of children by Catholic priests and taking action to stop these repulsive acts against minors. Time will tell … Continue reading

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St. Peter’s fills for Pope Francis installation

Isn’t it interesting how quickly people have forgotten about the former Pope, Benedict XVI. It hasn’t even been a month since the new Pope has been elected and already the Catholic world has basically not uttered the name of the … Continue reading

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Pope legacy: Teacher who returned to church roots

For all intents and purposes Pope Benedict XVI is gone. I’ve had my share of fun blasting him for, well, for being the Pope; for belonging to one of the most corrupt organizations on the planet; for wearing his funny … Continue reading

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Pope’s mission to revive faith clouded by scandal

Everything you ever wanted to know about Pope Benedict XVI and his papacy… TGO Refer to story below. Source: Associated Press By NICOLE WINFIELD | Associated Press – Mon, Feb 11, 2013 VATICAN CITY (AP) — Benedict XVI always cast himself … Continue reading

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Vatican rejects rebel bishop’s denunciation of Jews

Isn’t it great when prominent religious groups go at it? I think so. Had it been a few centuries back this kind of rhetoric could have been enough to start an all-out war. But now that we’re more civilized, it’s … Continue reading

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Pope stakes out church’s course entering 8th year

The sales pitch continues… The Catholic Church, with the now visibly weak Pope Benedict XVI at the helm, continues to spread its own brand of bullshit, as only the Catholic Church can do, in an effort to remain a powerful … Continue reading

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Analysis: Catholics, Muslims pursue dialogue amid Mideast tension

I suppose the fact that leaders of the world’s two most popular religions can speak amicably is a good thing, at least it’s a start, but in my opinion religious conflict between the two groups, not to mention the Jews, … Continue reading

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European rabbis urge Vatican to fight anti-Semitic rebels

Don’t the players in these two religious groups have anything more productive to do with their lives than to continue to bicker (like a bunch of old ladies) over the Holocaust and anti-Semitism? That’s bad enough, but when Jews and … Continue reading

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German Catholics call for reform, many leaving

This is a good sign; that people are leaving the Catholic Church. Unfortunately, with approximately 1 billion Catholics around the world, not nearly enough people are seeing this organization for what it really is, and moving on. Only time will … Continue reading

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Pope praises John Paul II ahead of beatification

The Roman Catholic Church must have more rituals than all other religions combined, and naturally, they receive “donations” from those present at each one. Imagine, people actually offer money for seeing the Pope wash the feet of 12 priests symbolizing … Continue reading

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