Our Hope Child Group of all faiths and none is here to examine the question:
"What are we here for?"
Some perspectives will be religious;others spiritual;others scientific;others philosophical, psychological,sociological and political.
If you have a point of view then we want to hear it.
Please join us;we are a friendly group who would love to hear YOUR perspective on life.
We are about acceptance and welcome all people who respect and value others.
I believe that real faith thrives when it is freed from social pressure. People nowadays attend their religious rituals because they want to, not because they are expected to. I also believe that we need to be careful of the subtle racism peddled by outlets like the Daily Mail. In my experience people of all faiths celebrate Christmas.I've never he more…
I think its not the school's responsibility,its the parents'.
If the parents are interested in teaching a religion or faith to their child,they can do so.I disagree when you say that christianity is not being taught in British schools,it is being taught.
I dont know where you live,but up here in the North West most schools belong to the more…
Oh I really am not the one to answer this question as I have so many feelings on how this Country of our's is run...or not run as we agree to disagree.
I was brought up in a Christiam Society....prayer was said at asembly at school.....I think the only 'other faith' back my 45 years at being at school was Judism....and they used to dec more…
'Harmony and understanding
Sympathy and trust abounding
No more falsehoods or derisions
Golden living dreams of visions
Mystic crystal revelations
And the mind's true liberation'
Some of the lyrics from the song which I'm sure most of us would love to see become our reality.
Indeed, but the story goes on that we mucked it up, preferring to think we know better than God, thus spoiling what was always meant to be the closest of relationships. I think the story of the prodigal son is relevant, because it shows God as a loving father always willing to give us everything he has, but we go off, turn our backs on him and dec more…
that's fasxcinating stuff especially the bit about Holy Breath i've not heard of it before. i don't fancy doing a noah myself. is that what happened to atlantis? more…
First things first,the greatest sin in my opinion from the list is envy.It stops us from trying to improve ourselves and intead diverts our energy into taking others down.
In islam the list is a bit long,but there is hope also.If we promis not to perform the "Listed sins" and have regret then we are guarnteed forgiveness.
But that is why we agree to disagree....that is what these groups are for...
There is a new member.....A Quaker....that is a new faith on here and I for one welcome her views.
We have a large community of Plymouth Bretheren here...but I don't suppose they have a computer between them...they are lovely people and I like tal more…
Recent comments (30)
In response to: "Whats the answer." 10 hours old
by ashtonboatman [Member]
I believe that real faith thrives when it is freed from social pressure. People nowadays attend their religious rituals because they want to, not because they are expected to. I also believe that we need to be careful of the subtle racism peddled by outlets like the Daily Mail. In my experience people of all faiths celebrate Christmas.I've never he more…
In response to: "Whats the answer." 11 hours old
by safriz [Member]
I think its not the school's responsibility,its the parents'.
If the parents are interested in teaching a religion or faith to their child,they can do so.I disagree when you say that christianity is not being taught in British schools,it is being taught.
I dont know where you live,but up here in the North West most schools belong to the more…
In response to: "Whats the answer." 13 hours old
by paulinemom [Member]
:yes:
A wise comment....
But if parents do not hold any faith...where does it leave the children?
I do not believe in Christenings.....why should children be 'burdened with a parent's belief'
Children should grow and understand and make their own choices.
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In response to: "Whats the answer." 13 hours old
by paulinemom [Member]
Oh I really am not the one to answer this question as I have so many feelings on how this Country of our's is run...or not run as we agree to disagree.
I was brought up in a Christiam Society....prayer was said at asembly at school.....I think the only 'other faith' back my 45 years at being at school was Judism....and they used to dec more…
In response to: "Whats the answer." 14 hours old
by Miza-T [Member]
The answer is to respect every child as an individual, share our knowledge with them and let them decide what they want to believe.
:)
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In response to: "What lies ahead for Humanity?" 14 hours old
by paulinemom [Member]
Miza-T
My son came over today and we as we always do have debates on strange things....not family bits but life, politics etc....
We picked up upon this and he gave me information I didn't know....
The ancient Peruvians have TWO CALENDARS.....on last for a thousand years and one is (although not running with o more…
In response to: "What lies ahead for Humanity?" 15 hours old
by paulinemom [Member]
Yes trouble is as a debate with son and daughter today...both agree science is kiling mankind
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In response to: "What lies ahead for Humanity?" 15 hours old
by paulinemom [Member]
Some belong to a ring/circle..I am a solitary as is Tylluanpenry
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In response to: "What lies ahead for Humanity?" 16 hours old
by quaker43 [Member]
Hi P,
I don't know any Pagans,where do you meet?
Lizzie more…
In response to: "The deadliest of 'sins'?" 17 hours old
by stmss [Member]
It may be interpreted as a metaphor that has many meanings-we have touched on a few in previous posts.
The prodigal son is a very powerful and beautiful story. :) more…
In response to: "What lies ahead for Humanity?" 17 hours old
by stmss [Member]
'Harmony and understanding
Sympathy and trust abounding
No more falsehoods or derisions
Golden living dreams of visions
Mystic crystal revelations
And the mind's true liberation'
Some of the lyrics from the song which I'm sure most of us would love to see become our reality.
I would like to se more…
In response to: "What lies ahead for Humanity?" 18 hours old
by Miza-T [Member]
To be trully honest I only know the song "Age of Aquarius", which I love! :>>
But I know what you mean, I am open minded and people who aren't really get on my nerves.
e.g. My parents in law still talk "escudos" even thought the Euro has been the portuguese currency for about 10 years now!!!
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In response to: "The deadliest of 'sins'?" 22 hours old
by gillyk [Member]
Indeed, but the story goes on that we mucked it up, preferring to think we know better than God, thus spoiling what was always meant to be the closest of relationships. I think the story of the prodigal son is relevant, because it shows God as a loving father always willing to give us everything he has, but we go off, turn our backs on him and dec more…
In response to: "The deadliest of 'sins'?" 1 day old
by paulinemom [Member]
Vindictiveness remains no matter what we do.....One day will be eradicated.
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In response to: "What lies ahead for Humanity?" 1 day old
by paulinemom [Member]
Janet tht is oh s true.....but these days who takes NOTE?
Can't shove old heads on young shoulders...which is a shame
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In response to: "What lies ahead for Humanity?" 1 day old
by paulinemom [Member]
That is a comment I have made over and over again...
People are withrawn
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In response to: "What lies ahead for Humanity?" 1 day old
by paulinemom [Member]
Well my frail memory to the Bible...
Psalms 33.6
By the LORD'S word the heavens were made; by the breath of his mouth all their host....they think it will be re-lived.
Atlantis....another post.....i FEEL SURE....there was an Atlantis.....how many islands have disapeared of late... more…
In response to: "The deadliest of 'sins'?" 1 day old
by ChurchwithoutWalls [Member]
well we are fashioned in God's image more…
In response to: "What lies ahead for Humanity?" 1 day old
by ChurchwithoutWalls [Member]
that's fasxcinating stuff especially the bit about Holy Breath i've not heard of it before. i don't fancy doing a noah myself. is that what happened to atlantis? more…
In response to: "What lies ahead for Humanity?" 1 day old
by paulinemom [Member]
Well I am Pagan......but your comments are welcome.
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In response to: "What lies ahead for Humanity?" 1 day old
by quaker43 [Member]
Hi stmss,
Thanks for the welcome it means a lot
Lizzie more…
In response to: "What lies ahead for Humanity?" 1 day old
by quaker43 [Member]
Hi P,
at uni some are dead set against religion but a lot more of us are searching for something
Lizzie more…
In response to: "The deadliest of 'sins'?" 1 day old
by stmss [Member]
Yes, safriz,I think you are correct when you say about the destructive elements of envy and the chaos that it can bring.
I like your notion of 'sin' as being 'a concept gone wrong'-because that allows for the fact that no one sets out to screw up,things happen.
Your grandma sounds amazing-and of course, she did a great job more…
In response to: "The deadliest of 'sins'?" 2 days old
by safriz [Member]
First things first,the greatest sin in my opinion from the list is envy.It stops us from trying to improve ourselves and intead diverts our energy into taking others down.
In islam the list is a bit long,but there is hope also.If we promis not to perform the "Listed sins" and have regret then we are guarnteed forgiveness.
more…
In response to: "The deadliest of 'sins'?" 2 days old
by gillyk [Member]
thanks! they certainly have taught me a lot ... more…
In response to: "What lies ahead for Humanity?" 2 days old
by paulinemom [Member]
But that is why we agree to disagree....that is what these groups are for...
There is a new member.....A Quaker....that is a new faith on here and I for one welcome her views.
We have a large community of Plymouth Bretheren here...but I don't suppose they have a computer between them...they are lovely people and I like tal more…
In response to: "What lies ahead for Humanity?" 2 days old
by avenscent [Member]
Whatever we say there is always some one wont agree.xx more…
In response to: "What lies ahead for Humanity?" 2 days old
by paulinemom [Member]
:wave: more…
In response to: "What lies ahead for Humanity?" 2 days old
by avenscent [Member]
Me too.xx more…
In response to: "The deadliest of 'sins'?" 2 days old
by paulinemom [Member]
I sincerely hope that things went in her favour.
P xx more…