Monthly Archives: September 2009

God exists – so enjoy yourself

Posted on September 24, 2009 by Quentin

It is of course well known that religious people, and especially Catholics, live a miserable life. Obliged to worship an egotistical and vengeful deity who demands nothing but praise and endless sacrifice, they are trapped in a web of sinfulness … Continue reading →

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Sick of the recession?

Posted on September 17, 2009 by Quentin

How was it for you? We are all living in a time of sudden social change. The recession has bitten deeply, leading to loss of jobs, reductions in income – whether on savings or failed pension schemes, and in some … Continue reading →

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Whose God are you praying to?

Posted on September 10, 2009 by Quentin

How do you know that God exists? This question was the title of a Channel 4 programme broadcast twice during August. I hope that some of you chose to watch it. The question was put to a number of faith … Continue reading →

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The music behind the words

Posted on September 3, 2009 by Quentin

What is your native language? No, it’s not English, nor Italian, nor Urdu. For we are all born with one native language: non-verbal communication (NVC). Watch a baby. Many months before the first recognisable word is said, a baby is … Continue reading →

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