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Reaper · 02-26-2009, 01:16 PM

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Originally Posted by DESS

I didn't say I want the whole Stampede to take on a Christian tone, I just think it should have a Christian angle, which I view as lacking. If we want Calgary to be recognized as a global city, which is basically what this thread is about, grand-scale events like the Stampede should have a Christian bent, as that would truly reflect who we all are and serve as a starting point from which the event can grow and improve.

Look, without God we wouldn't even exist so I think it's appropriate to honour Him during any festival, particularly a high-profile festival like this. I know there are some people that aren't Christian, but I think we can all agree that without God nothing would exist at all, so it can't hurt to honour Him and respect Him by cutting out a lot of the shenanigans that reflect poorly on our city and our people.

Give me a friggin' break. In the all out insane chance that someone in the Stampede organization thought that was a good idea then they should be fired immediately. We all know that the Flying Spaghetti Monster is what allows our existence.

MrMastodonFarm · 02-26-2009, 01:19 PM

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Originally Posted by RougeUnderoos

This ranks up there with the bear extermination program.

Everyone of God's creatures is precious. Except for Bears.

JohnnyFlame · 02-26-2009, 01:20 PM

I find the Stampede is worth about what I spend on it. I go on kids day and get in for free. It isn't worth paying an admission--that's a given. I do the breakfast, agri-complex, Super-dogs, see the rodeo(if I'm given free tickets), check out a couple of the comedians etc shows. If the kids want rides I take them to Calaway Park(far, far cheaper rides). I spend money on food. Doughnuts, salt water taffy etc.

Once is more than enough and for just a few hours. I'd rather go golfing but the kids like it.

As for being International. Nope. Wasn't in Africa when I lived there, nor New Orleans when I lived there nor China. Of course the people in New Orleans didn't even know where Montana was so maybe there should be a caveat included for them.

DESS · 02-26-2009, 01:20 PM

That's true to a degree, 4x4. At least with some Christian influence perhaps those atheists could be saved. Opening up a dialogue can't hurt, anyway. As for other religions, while I disagree with their stance (and God's word in the bible is fairly strong - nay irrefutable - evidence in my favour, lol) it would probably be appropriate to let them sponsor some off-site events.

I know our church always holds a huge stampede breakfast that many people from all walks of life and religious backgrounds attend. We are working very hard to bring this event into the grounds and I hope that 2009 will be the year. Maybe I'll even see some of you guys there!!

MrMastodonFarm · 02-26-2009, 01:22 PM

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Originally Posted by DESS

That's true to a degree, 4x4. At least with some Christian influence perhaps those atheists could be saved. Opening up a dialogue can't hurt, anyway. As for other religions, while I disagree with their stance (and God's word in the bible is fairly strong - nay irrefutable - evidence in my favour, lol) it would probably be appropriate to let them sponsor some off-site events.

I know our church always holds a huge stampede breakfast that many people from all walks of life and religious backgrounds attend. We are working very hard to bring this event into the grounds and I hope that 2009 will be the year. Maybe I'll even see some of you guys there!!

Can you please just shut up already?

DESS · 02-26-2009, 01:22 PM

Anyway I can tell my opinion is derailing this thread...my apologies to the OP!

I'll bow out of the religious end of this discussion as I know a lot of people find it annoying.

JustAnotherGuy · 02-26-2009, 01:23 PM

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Originally Posted by DESS

That's true to a degree, 4x4. At least with some Christian influence perhaps those atheists could be saved. Opening up a dialogue can't hurt, anyway. As for other religions, while I disagree with their stance (and God's word in the bible is fairly strong - nay irrefutable - evidence in my favour, lol) it would probably be appropriate to let them sponsor some off-site events.

I know our church always holds a huge stampede breakfast that many people from all walks of life and religious backgrounds attend. We are working very hard to bring this event into the grounds and I hope that 2009 will be the year. Maybe I'll even see some of you guys there!!

You are just playing around with us. Right?

Joborule · 02-26-2009, 01:23 PM

Dess is right on the line with interesting ideology, or perfectly executed sarcasm. I can't tell if he's serious or not.

MrMastodonFarm · 02-26-2009, 01:25 PM

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Originally Posted by DESS

I'll bow out of the religious end of this discussion as I know a lot of people find it annoying.

There was no religious end of the discussion. You just said something crazy, then followed it up with more craziness.

iggypop · 02-26-2009, 01:29 PM

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Originally Posted by macker

"From Bankok to Calgary" Death Cab for Cutie thinks Calgary is Int.

"OK, I hope you don't take this the wrong way, but I wanted to have two places that weren't exactly 'destination cities.' - Ben Gibbard; DCFC lead singer

ok, ok,....I get it · 02-26-2009, 01:33 PM

Dess is right....think about how wicked Mardi Gras would be if they threw bibles instead of beads....or you could have the running of the nuns....them bitches or tuff......so many other events could be better with religion.................aw crap....DESS you and your opinon(s) suck..........if we listened to you who would offer me a BJ as i was walking to the blue rockets at the Oxford Stomp.....alter boys?

octothorp · 02-26-2009, 01:36 PM

I'm no fan of the Stampede, but I do think it's a positive for the city, both in terms of perceptions of the city as well as civic spirit and pride. But even with it, we're a long long way from being a world-class city. It is a real uphill struggle for a landlocked, non-capital, relatively recently-formed city to become world class, and Calgary holds up pretty well against other cities in a similar situation (in fact, I'd say we could be the best 100-year-old, landlocked non-capital city in the world).

DESS · 02-26-2009, 01:36 PM

lol Mardi Gras is a religious holiday dude! I know what you're saying but you probably picked the worst example possible. lol

Hack&Lube · 02-26-2009, 01:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Yeah_Baby

One of Edmonton's many festivals. They're the Festival City don't you know.

Their food festival is really fun but expensive with the tickets.

ok, ok,....I get it · 02-26-2009, 01:40 PM

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Originally Posted by DESS

lol Mardi Gras is a religious holiday dude! I know what you're saying but you probably picked the worst example possible. lol

it may have originated as that, but to the majority it no longer has any religiouse meaning......thank fcuk

DESS · 02-26-2009, 01:41 PM

Nevertheless my friend, you got PWND.

Hack&Lube · 02-26-2009, 01:42 PM

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Originally Posted by flamesdyehard

Well, because Ewan MacGregor said so...... You mean the same Stampede that 1 million+ visit absolutely every year? Bring millions of dollars to the City and Province every year? They are spending a lot of money to update and expand Stampede park. It's not something that is easily done. Maybe you are not a big fan of western culture, but as much as you say it is a hick show, it's western culture. IMO hick is kind of a racial slur. You are aware that this is a culture and way of life for many people?

Sorry, I've just totally hated the thing since I was 5. I thought it was a very ugly place and I never had fun there as a kid. Then my mom stuck me in tiny cowboy boots and sent me to school where everybody laughed at the little asian kid in his plastic hat and silly boots. There's nothing I remotely like about the Stampede other than carnival junk food. Sorry I can't be Curtis Glencross be an awesome chuck wagon racer on the side.

ok, ok,....I get it · 02-26-2009, 01:43 PM

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Originally Posted by DESS

Nevertheless my friend, you got PWND.

wow.......yeah you got me.....wow...........chump

Gozer · 02-26-2009, 01:45 PM

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Originally Posted by DESS

Nevertheless my friend, you got PWND.

Hack&Lube · 02-26-2009, 01:45 PM

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Originally Posted by DESS

As for other religions, while I disagree with their stance (and God's word in the bible is fairly strong - nay irrefutable - evidence in my favour, lol) it would probably be appropriate to let them sponsor some off-site events.

I hope you're opening yourself up for our resident Biblical scholar textcritic to smash your arguments.