And JOE as for my previous “silly remark”, when I was down and out, I lived in my car and ate peanut butter sandwiches until I got on my feet. I suppose I could of asked the government for help (welfare, Sec 8, food stamps) but God made me a strong, healthy, mentally fit human being with a sense of self respect.. I even believe a Democrat who said, “Ask not what your country can do for you—–” Sorry JOE, my dusty book says help, not ask.
“so, where are all the agnostic or atheist based charities?”
Atheists and agnostics rarely feel the need to organize (or label themselves) as such. There are plenty of purely secular social organizations that, by their non-affiliation with a religious sect, may safely be considered at least “atheist-friendly.” Habitat for Humanity is, I believe, non-sectarian, as is the Center for Rural Poverty, and here in the S.F. area we’ve got Food Not Bombs, the Homeless Advocacy Project, and so on. Some of these are overtly political, and some are not, but for some strange reason in our society helping the unfortunate is often perceived as a political act, and in some places feeding the hungry without the proper credentials (i.e. having the backing of a big-name church) is considered a crime.
On the other hand, Glide Memorial Church has been an effective locus for feeding the hungry here, and it is supported by many many people who are not themselves religiously aligned with that church or any other.
Hillbillyman almost 14 years ago
Concerning ‘The Soup Kitchens’ in my area…you don’t eat or get anything untill you listen to their preaching first.
lewisbower almost 14 years ago
Why is the gourmet restaurant next door taking the leftovers?
lewisbower almost 14 years ago
Gee JOE, I think I’ll donate all my savings to the Democratic party and become a burden on society,er, I mean homeless.
lewisbower almost 14 years ago
And JOE as for my previous “silly remark”, when I was down and out, I lived in my car and ate peanut butter sandwiches until I got on my feet. I suppose I could of asked the government for help (welfare, Sec 8, food stamps) but God made me a strong, healthy, mentally fit human being with a sense of self respect.. I even believe a Democrat who said, “Ask not what your country can do for you—–” Sorry JOE, my dusty book says help, not ask.
BrianCrook almost 14 years ago
Lived in your car, Lew? Where?
By the way, your wife works & you don’t, so don’t talk about becoming a burder on others.
Joe, thanks for your good words, but can you write in a less preachy manner?
joefish25 almost 14 years ago
Get yer Halo polish over here!
trekkermint almost 14 years ago
so, where are all the agnostic or atheist based charities? i don’t agree with everything, but the religious community is willing to help at times
fritzoid Premium Member almost 14 years ago
“so, where are all the agnostic or atheist based charities?”
Atheists and agnostics rarely feel the need to organize (or label themselves) as such. There are plenty of purely secular social organizations that, by their non-affiliation with a religious sect, may safely be considered at least “atheist-friendly.” Habitat for Humanity is, I believe, non-sectarian, as is the Center for Rural Poverty, and here in the S.F. area we’ve got Food Not Bombs, the Homeless Advocacy Project, and so on. Some of these are overtly political, and some are not, but for some strange reason in our society helping the unfortunate is often perceived as a political act, and in some places feeding the hungry without the proper credentials (i.e. having the backing of a big-name church) is considered a crime.
On the other hand, Glide Memorial Church has been an effective locus for feeding the hungry here, and it is supported by many many people who are not themselves religiously aligned with that church or any other.