Freethought Corner
In this forum, members are encouraged to post thoughts, opinions, comments, essays, etc. on specific topics related to state/church issues, or for advancing the education of non-theism.
To submit items for publication, email to info@ffrfmcc.org, with the words ‘Freethought Corner’ in the subject area.
Please include your name and the item title in your submission.
All content will be subject to approval.
If You’re An Atheist, What the Hell’s Wrong With You? The FFRFMCC Letter to Governor Kasich
“You know that Daniel Radcliffe has declared himself an atheist? I’m serious. What a weird thing. Why would a guy who had all that success, just – I mean what the hell’s wrong with him? To become a declared atheist – I mean – I don’t know why you would even say that. But anyway, […]
Atheist Churches? A Good Idea–But a Better Name Might be in Order
Submitted by: Tom Cara, President, FFRF Metropolitan Chicago Chapter Copyright: October 8, 2014 The first time I heard the words “Atheist church,” my first reaction was: “Ugh! Why would any atheist want to be associated with that word?” But as critical thinkers, we should never automatically discard an idea simply because it generates a bad […]
A Discussion of Scripture
Submitted by: Rich Pope Member, Freedom From Religion Foundation Metropolitan Chicago Chapter (On) 6/25/14, I shared on FB a post by John Loftus, a former minister and now and atheist and the brain behind the “Debunking Christianity” website/FB page and several books. The post quoted several horrendous scriptures from the Bible on slavery. With […]
Are We Atheists Not Playing the Odds?
Are We Atheists Not Playing the Odds? By: Tom Cara, President, FFRFMCC – (Copyright 2013) – 6/1/13 One question many non-believers find the most vexing when asked by those of religious faith is: “Why not just believe in God? Why take the chance of being sent to hell when it’s so easy to just believe?” […]
Opposing Religious Attitudes in Everyday Life
Opposing Religious Attitudes in Everyday Life Is religion the only thing that can save us from global climate change? By Marilyn Ross Adams – (Copyright 2013) – 5/30/13 A wonderful conference on stopping global climate change happened in Chicago this February sponsored by some great environmental organizations, such as Bill McKibben’s 350.org, and by local […]
Religion vs. Healthcare: Weighing in on the Contraception Mandate of the Affordable Healthcare Act
Religion vs. Healthcare Weighing in on the Contraception Mandate of the Affordable Healthcare Act By: Tom Cara, President, FFRFMCC – (Copyright 2013) – 3/17/13 According to many Christians, the “oppression” of Christian groups in the U.S. just keeps getting worse. The latest “attack” salvo we are told is being aimed at religiously affiliated businesses that have […]
Connect With Us
Follow us on Social Media: Twitter: @ffrfmcc Facebook: www.facebook.com/ffrfmcc To be added to our guest email list: – info@ffrfmcc.org