My mom always taught me not to talk to strangers or go to their houses; maybe, if you're not anonymous, I'll think about it. :)

That's a really tough one... I would say either Howard Carter (the guy who discovered King Tutankhamen's tomb on November 26th, 1922) or Jesus. I guess the 'where' wouldn't really matter too much; Egypt would be amazing!

I noticed that my blog was no-longer mine; too many reblogs and stolen posts took away from what the blog was meant to be. It was supposed to be a place for me to learn a bit about myself. If you want the new link, feel free to Facebook message me.

Then tell me; I'm good at keeping secrets.

I should've been more specific when I answered the question.
The statistic "only 1.5% of clergy have ever been accused, not all of them were convicted," refers to 1.5% of all priests in the entire world have ever been accused.

Firstly, only 1.5% of priests have ever been accused of sexually abusing anyone, male or female; not all of these priests were convicted.

Secondly, in the instances where a priest (whether he is Catholic, United, Presbyterian, or any other religion) is convicted of sexual abuse, it shouldn't reflect on the Church or priesthood as an institution, rather on the individuals who abuse their positions of trust and authority.

Thirdly, I have numerous friends who are priests, seminarians, deacons, etc. and not once have I ever felt threatened or afraid nor have any crossed any boundaries. This answer isn't coming strictly from statistics; it is coming from my personal experience.

Finally, if you want to ask questions here, do it more respectfully. Do not bash other people's beliefs even if you do not agree with them. Not only is it rude and disrespectful, but is shows a distinct level of ignorance about the Church as well as the world around you.

P.S.: Your question, in itself, is fallacious; it has a preloaded supposition. Try not to break any rules of logic and good argumentation next time.

Maybe, maybe not.

Usually eat, sleep, listen to music, and write poetry.

Hi. :)

As decreed during the Second Vatican Council, " The non-Christian may not be blamed for his ignorance of Christ and his Church; salvation is open to him also, if he seeks God sincerely and if he follows the commands of his conscience, for through this means the Holy Ghost acts upon all men; this divine action is not confined within the limited boundaries of the visible Church."

For more information, visit this website: http://www.religioustolerance.org/rcc_salv.htm

Thanks for your post; just to make sure we're on the same page, you're talking about Doug Stanhope's "Would You Believe," right? (this is the link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ExAw4hIhRIU)

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God is omnipotent, omniscient and omnipresent. Though some would argue it is impossible for God to create a square circle, it is only because we, as humans, have created limitations on what a square and circle should be. God, being all-powerful, is able to surpass and overcome these limitations.

Though the mistake was through no fault of your own, keeping/using your friend's answers to boost your own mark would count as cheating. Despite a drop in your mark, you will receive the mark that you deserved, not the one that your friend earned for you. Similarly, it does not matter whether or not your friend allows you to cheat off of him/her. He/she is not the legitimate source of goodness or morality; since the Church teachings are against cheating, it is morally and ethically wrong regardless of who permits it.

If anything, I think religion has given me a fuller life experience. I have met some of my closest friends on religious retreats, some of my role models are seminarians/people in Serra House/priests and other religious people, and because of my religion, I am going to Spain in the summer!

Of course there are things that many people disagree with the Church on (ie. not being able to have sex before marriage, etc.) but I feel that following what the Church teaches will make me appreciate them more. Also, my faith has gotten me through a lot of struggles and hardships in my life.

Not once have I ever wished I was not religious and I hope I never will.

I always double-check my receipt to make sure that I am not overcharged/undercharged and to ensure that the cashier gave me the right change, so this problem would never arise.

However, on the off chance that it did happen, I would return to the store, explain what happened and offer to pay the money I owe. From a theological standpoint, I would not have to go to Confession as no sin had been committed. I did not have the intent and/or full knowledge required to sin.

Not yet! Unfortunately, a few extra-curriculars have cut into my reading time! I am on Chapter 33 (about halfway through).

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Amazing, Kelsey!

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