New Oxford Notes: December 2004
How to Become an Atheist
To conceive of God as your Mother is a great way to lose your faith
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Why There's Not Much Point In Being a Christian
OSV's Msgr. Mannion is at it again with goofy answers
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You Rude Man, You Hurt Her Feelings!
Call me a name, and you've wounded my self-esteem.
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