The Great Cosmic Buffet

Do I “believe in religion”? I believe in the human need to connect, to explain, to find comfort and purpose in the face of the infinite. I believe religions are fascinating, flawed, often beautiful, sometimes terrifying human attempts to do just that. They are the stories we told ourselves around the fire when the night was dark and the wolves were howling. Some of those stories have aged better than others. Some should maybe come with a disclaimer: *Metaphorical Content. May Contain Traces of Nuts and Outdated Gender Roles…

From Pulpit Echoes to Concrete Cracks

This story, explores the author’s personal journey from unwavering acceptance of political pronouncements based on religious teachings to a more nuanced and critical understanding of politics informed by lived experiences, diverse perspectives, and a commitment to social justice. It uses evocative language and personal anecdotes to engage the reader and reflect on the complex relationship between faith, politics, and social responsibility…