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Originally Posted by Textcritic
Because one cannot simply choose what to believe. I also cannot stomach the hypocrisy, anti-intellectualism and anti-progressivism. The things I miss are the feeling of being part of something much bigger than myself, the camaraderie and community.
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Well stated. You don't miss the church (dogma) as much as you miss the church (community). I can understand that and respect the hell out of that. I've been approached by a number of organizations that would like my involvement/membership, but I can't get past the "belief in God" thing. I would like to be a member for the social and intellectual aspects, but the hypocrisy of belief is not something I can't stand. I wish more people would maintain your scruples and stance.