I was raised Christian, and after exploring non-Christian philosophies, eventually decided I didn’t believe in higher powers, holy books, the afterlife, or karma. I prefer the scientific method and proof-based belief. I can’t, however, entirely discount the idea of intelligent design when I think of the origin of the universe.
I miss the atmosphere and the activity of church, but I can’t force myself to sit through prayers, sermons, and adopt the mindset of praise, dependency, or rationalization.
a) Is it possible to blend church (Going to a fixed location once a week, listening to a lecture/sermon, meeting with like-minded people, organized acts of good works/charity/solidarity, etc) with unbelief?
b) Which doctrine/s (for lack of a better word) offer such an opportunity?
Thank you.
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Yes.
As far as I know, both Hitchens and Dawkins still attend the occaisional Anglican service because they enjoy the atmosphere and inspiring sermons (inspiring in the ethical, humanist sense, not "spiritual" sense).
Check out the Unitarian Church. They realize that no two people are on the same spiritual path, so there is no particular dogma and a wide umbrella for diverging views. They are very into good works.
Unitarian/Universalist churches don't have any dogma or preaching. They say they welcome everyone, no matter what they believe, or don't believe. I haven't been to a service yet (I usually work Sundays), but it sounds like they have a retired college professor come in and give a lecture, and then they sit around and discuss it.
I know of one church like this, Unity.
Go to a Bar.
no its not possible to blend god with unbelief
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