What is everyone's religion???

Starscream · Post by **Starscream** » Tue Nov 13, 2007 9:45 pm

CHIBI-MOD WARNING: Let's watch what we post in this thread, guys. We're here to talk about the religions we currently have, not bash the ones that we don't.

Post by **AnimeGuru0** » Tue Nov 13, 2007 11:19 pm

Cardcaptor Takato wrote:I found this fun online quiz over at Ex-christian.net: http://exchristian.net/3/ This quiz is so made of win because it's impossible for anyone to pass it.

For the record, that quiz is full of inaccuracies and twists things just to make a point that doesn't make sense. Some of the things it says are just flat out wrong.

And to back up what dave said, this isn't the place to bash other religions.

laffinizluv · Post by **laffinizluv** » Wed Nov 14, 2007 2:28 pm

I was born and raised Roman-Catholic. I don't consider myself that harcore, but I do believe and try to follow some key teaching that I agree with and understand.

I don't go to church very often and I do believe in birth control and don't have problems with gays. Otherwise, I'm a good ole' fashioned catholic girl

Iced_Cappucino · Post by **Iced_Cappucino** » Thu Nov 15, 2007 3:46 am

I just want to apologize for saying the bible contradicts itself. I didn't mean it to come out that way. I was going off the test I saw.

As I haven't actually read the bible I want to say sorry. I should respect others religious beliefs.

Sorry

Anyway back on topic now.

Aishiteru · Post by **Aishiteru** » Sat Nov 17, 2007 10:46 pm

I am a non-denominational protestant Christian. For a while, when I was younger, I didn't really have a religion. I celebrated Christmas, but only because my family did. At 12 I read the whole Bible straight through and on my 13th birthday I became a Christian in my heart. I did that mostly because I wanted my real b-day to be the same as my biological one. My favorite Bible verse is Luke 6:37 "Do not judge, and you will not be judged. Do not condemn, and you will not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven."

AnimatedEvey12 · Post by **AnimatedEvey12** » Sun Jun 29, 2008 1:11 am

I'm Catholic. I was confirmed three years ago.

supersailorearth · Post by **supersailorearth** » Tue Jul 01, 2008 10:18 pm

Aishiteru wrote:I am a non-denominational protestant Christian. For a while, when I was younger, I didn't really have a religion. I celebrated Christmas, but only because my family did. At 12 I read the whole Bible straight through and on my 13th birthday I became a Christian in my heart. I did that mostly because I wanted my real b-day to be the same as my biological one. My favorite Bible verse is Luke 6:37 "Do not judge, and you will not be judged. Do not condemn, and you will not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven."

Oh, thats a cool verse, I really like it (I also think if people followed that there would be A LOT less trouble in the world!!!

I'm Catholic too, I was confirmed back in May. We don't go to Church often, however I do attend CCD (Catholic Sunday school) every Sunday of the school year and HATE it. We have work books that are like text books, and it is so boring it and easy it is kind of insulting to our intelligence. Its kinda made all of us resent being catholic however much we talk about it at our public school. I try to live correctly according to Christ's teachings, however I do disagree with the church on some issues, like birth control when used in marriage, a dead unbaptized babies being considered in trouble for original sin (need to look into it more so dont quote me), and confession being something required (also dont quote me on it).

AnimatedEvey12 · Post by **AnimatedEvey12** » Tue Jul 01, 2008 10:24 pm

supersailorearth wrote:
I'm Catholic too, I was confirmed back in May. We don't go to Church often, however I do attend CCD (Catholic Sunday school) every Sunday of the school year and HATE it. We have work books that are like text books, and it is so boring it and easy it is kind of insulting to our intelligence. Its kinda made all of us resent being catholic however much we talk about it at our public school. I try to live correctly according to Christ's teachings, however I do disagree with the church on some issues, like birth control when used in marriage, a dead unbaptized babies being considered in trouble for original sin (need to look into it more so dont quote me), and confession being something required (also dont quote me on it).

Text book for Sunday school eh? Well, when I did my Sunday school (kinda) we just had this little sheet of paper with questions about the gospel and one time I did my service hours (for Confirmation) with the younger kids and they would just color (but it had to do with the teaching of that day). I go to a Catholic school, not so bad although there is this one nun, don't even get me started on. I passed her class but if you said you were for same sex marriage she would be like NO! and then started talking about how anal sex is sinful...yea I think I'll stop there.

Alexclow345 · Post by **Alexclow345** » Tue Jul 01, 2008 10:41 pm

That would be good XD

Born Roman Catholic. I don't go to church often though.

supersailorearth · Post by **supersailorearth** » Wed Jul 02, 2008 12:31 pm

AnimatedEvey12 wrote:
supersailorearth wrote:
I'm Catholic too, I was confirmed back in May. We don't go to Church often, however I do attend CCD (Catholic Sunday school) every Sunday of the school year and HATE it. We have work books that are like text books, and it is so boring it and easy it is kind of insulting to our intelligence. Its kinda made all of us resent being catholic however much we talk about it at our public school. I try to live correctly according to Christ's teachings, however I do disagree with the church on some issues, like birth control when used in marriage, a dead unbaptized babies being considered in trouble for original sin (need to look into it more so dont quote me), and confession being something required (also dont quote me on it).
Text book for Sunday school eh? Well, when I did my Sunday school (kinda) we just had this little sheet of paper with questions about the gospel and one time I did my service hours (for Confirmation) with the younger kids and they would just color (but it had to do with the teaching of that day). I go to a Catholic school, not so bad although there is this one nun, don't even get me started on. I passed her class but if you said you were for same sex marriage she would be like NO! and then started talking about how anal sex is sinful...yea I think I'll stop there.

O_o Wow... I'm not really for same sex marriage because I think marriage should between men and women (and the same idea for sex) but I am for people having a really good friends (who isn't?).

Oops, sorry, I think I got a little off topic.

Jamesares · Post by **Jamesares** » Mon Jul 21, 2008 4:34 pm

Was raised Roman Catholic and for the most part I still identify myself as one. As it pertains to the teachings themselves I have no qualms about them; however I am odds with the Church itself on a number of issues in which I believe they are very backwards on.

I also believe in idea of the Distanced God, which is that God watches over us and helps to guide us to the big picture, but does not take an active role in day to day lives of each individual.

Sailormars Obsessed fan · Post by **Sailormars Obsessed fan** » Tue Jul 22, 2008 8:49 am

I dont believe in any one religion, mainly because I cant see that being how the universe works.

I think the every God or deity spoken of in all religions is actually the same being appearing to different people in different ways. If any one religion was the "true" faith it would have appeared to everyone on the planet at the same time and no religion has ever done that.

If you study the teachings of Jesus and then look at what Buddha taught and you will see they are almost exactly the same. Even the God Zeus said that you should love and take care of your neighbors.

They are all teaching the same thing. It's when humans become involved in the teachings that problems arise. There is nothing in the Koran about suicide bombs and 72 virgins, the Koran also teaches to love your neighbors.

I am what you call a Monist in my beliefs. I think one can have a relationship with God and not be religious at all. God has appeared in many forms over the ages and its up to each person to pick witch form they prefer. I personally chose Bastet. I love cats

the*blue*girl · Post by **the*blue*girl** » Tue Jul 22, 2008 8:26 pm

Sailormars Obsessed fan wrote: I think the every God or deity spoken of in all religions is actually the same being appearing to different people in different ways.

Thank you, you just phrased what I believe perfectly :]

demoneyeskyo87 · Post by **demoneyeskyo87** » Wed Jul 23, 2008 8:42 pm

Raised Roman Catholic but I rarely nowadays attend church but I've always attend important mass such as Ash Wednesday, Good Friday and I love watching a Christmas Mass every holiday season(especially in Spanish).

Queen Of Hearts · Post by **Queen Of Hearts** » Sat Jul 26, 2008 3:49 am

I just plain don't have a religion. I feel that, I don't need to follow one, or believe in a higher deity to make me happy.. Some of my other family members, just think I am going through a "phase", and think I am just afraid to believe in a god or a higher power. Personally, I don't think I need to pray in a higher power to get what I want, or aide myself. I just need to do things on my own time, and do things myself. Even most holidays have switched from a religious meaning to a commercial sellout. I actually question religion and its purpose. I believe personally it does more hurt than help. But that is just my own opinion. I don't go bashing other peoples rigions.

mizangelamy · Post by **mizangelamy** » Sat Aug 02, 2008 2:24 pm

Born and raised Catholic. But I hardly go to church anymore.

AnimatedEvey12 · Post by **AnimatedEvey12** » Sun Sep 07, 2008 7:15 pm

Queen Of Hearts wrote: Even most holidays have switched from a religious meaning to a commercial sellout.

It's true, during Christmas all people care about is shopping for the coolest presents. And is someone doesn't get a present for Christmas they're like OOOMMMGGGG YOU DON'T CARE ABOUT THIS IS THE WORST CHRISTMAS EVER!

Post by **Tiff** » Sun Sep 07, 2008 10:00 pm

AnimatedEvey12 wrote: It's true, during Christmas all people care about is shopping for the coolest presents. And is someone doesn't get a present for Christmas they're like OOOMMMGGGG YOU DON'T CARE ABOUT THIS IS THE WORST CHRISTMAS EVER!

Well, if you aren't a religious person, then Christmas is merely a holiday for getting together with people you care about, exchanging gifts, and eating food. That's basically all it's ever been for me, since I don't come from a religious family, and I myself am not religious. My husband is the same way.

Senshi_of_Vision · Post by **Senshi_of_Vision** » Mon Sep 08, 2008 11:54 am

I personally feel that most holidays have become comercialized anyway its the way of the world. Easter used to be about the death/rebirth of christ. Now its not a holiday without your easter baskets and candy. Christmas is in the same light but at least the giving has still stuck around.

As a pagan I celebrate Samhain and Yule and other festival holidays where giving eating drinking and being in good spirits is a norm. So it doesnt bother me that gifts or treats are given on these holidays, though it does bother me that its become such a standard as such that it drowns out the origins of the holidays for a lot of people. Now for people who are not overly religious it probably doesnt bother them, but for some that want to remember what the holidays are about its rough seeing the newer generations grow up thinking that these days only represent gift giving.

Post by **Tiff** » Mon Sep 08, 2008 1:07 pm

Senshi_of_Vision wrote: Now for people who are not overly religious it probably doesnt bother them, but for some that want to remember what the holidays are about its rough seeing the newer generations grow up thinking that these days only represent gift giving.

Then make it a point to find ways to show what it means to you. I mean, if you have total faith in what you believe, then why should it bother you if others have the opposite view of such things?