Deacon Guy and Herman had both seen the interview with comedian Bill Maher. The popular comedian appeared on one of those genealogy shows. Several times he had boasted playfully that he was an atheist.
Herman was surprised. Deacon Guy was confused. But the Bishop had some great advice.
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Herman and his buddy Deacon Guy were stunned. Both of them had seen one of those genealogy TV shows. The host interviewed comedian Bill Maher. During the interview, Maher repeatedly said he was an atheist. He seemed very proud of it.
Herman had cringed each time Maher proclaimed his faith. Deacon Guy was just confused. The deacon did what good deacons often do. He took it to his Bishop.
The Bible tells us that God created all things (Gen 1:1). It leaves no doubt. All that remains for the human person is to decide whether to believe or not.
The Bible goes on to say that Jesus holds all things together (Col 1:15-17). Not only did God create it all, but it is He who keeps it all going the way it is supposed to go.
The Catechism goes on to explain that, although creation is attributed to the Father, in particular, it is actually the work of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit together. The three “personas” are one. They are a single God who is the indivisible principal of creation.
To Deacon Guy’s surprise, Bishop Bob was quite familiar with the news that Bill Maher was an outspoken atheist. Furthermore, the good bishop was actually sympathetic and compassionate for Maher.
Rather then ridicule Maher, Bishop Bob acknowledged that the truth, which is hidden in plain sight, was actually just that — hidden. One cannot see truth unless the Holy Spirit removes the scales from his eyes.
Bishop Bob encouraged Deacon Guy to intensify his intercessory prayer for the comedian. Maher is an incredibly gifted and talented person. He has a bright mind and an attractive personality. In truth, he’s a fun guy. Bishop Bob left Deacon Guy thinking how much brighter and more fun heaven would be if Bill Maher were there with us.
“Pray for him,” the Bishop encouraged Deacon Guy. “Pray for him and all those other wonderful people around us who have yet to see the glory of God.
That’s our story and we’re sticking to it. It’s cool to be Catholic. COOL2B!
In Christ!
Alas, the lovely lie about atheists needing faith is just that, a lie. Atheists have concluded that there are no gods. There is no evidence for them. No faith needed at all.
I, as an atheist, don’t believe that everything was an accident. We have evidence that everything is from the laws of physics. No gods needed. That the universe is rather nifty doesn’t need a god, and alas Christians can’t show that their god exists or was the creator. No Dr. Seuss universe so nope, things aren’t “random”.
Most, if not all, religions claim that the universe is the “evidence” for their god. None can show this to be the case.
I also have a purpose to my life, no god needed. I am quite happy to not need to pretend I have to stroke a god for eternity as “heaven”. Helping my fellow humans, enjoying love, having a good glass of wine, etc is all I need.