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"Under God" Revisited | by GeekPrincess | 2006-11-19 12:55:59 |
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Daddy had no claim | by fnord_hero | 2002-08-06 05:14:56 |
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Don't you mean the Universal Life Church? | by bugarup | 2002-08-06 05:51:51 |
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What's the point of having it then? | by NOLAWitch | 2002-08-06 05:59:38 |
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You're legally recognized as a priest | by bugarup | 2002-08-06 06:05:00 |
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by NOLAWitch |
2002-08-06 06:22:19 |
You are clergy by piece of paper and not by effort or calling. If you have $10 and can fill out an application, you get a chunk of paper that has legal weight but is worthless spiritually. I honestly can't believe the US government lets "paper priests" perform ceremonies or enjoy any of the rights that legitimate clergy have worked for.
I'm not familiar with the structures in other religions, but in Wicca, you have to work your way up to High Priest or Priestess. In my tradition, there are four levels you have to go through to get there. Each level requires a year and a day of commitment at least and in my coven, written tests of knowledge and for those who wish to become clergy, a "great work" that they can prove had a beneficial effect on society.
Isn't it true that Catholic priests spend years in seminary studying before they're handed the responsibilities of clergy? I respect them for that.
<Huckster>"That's right folks! Step up and become INSTANT CLERGY! For only $10 you can become a priest. Just add holy water.</Huckster>
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I can imagine it's useful | by bugarup | 2002-08-06 06:34:12 |
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Since you might be wondering... | by Stafir | 2002-08-06 06:36:20 |
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Which denomination would that be? | by bugarup | 2002-08-06 06:47:24 |
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yes all Christian churches | by JustnCase | 2006-11-19 12:55:59 |
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Oh, really? (Sarcasm ahead...) | by Naruki | 2002-08-06 10:49:48 |
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Don't think they do | by hyzenthlay | 2002-08-06 08:01:14 |
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when you sign up with ULC you're registered | by ma petite | 2002-08-06 08:20:24 |
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Right | by hyzenthlay | 2002-08-06 08:32:38 |
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Precisely. Why would the state let... | by NOLAWitch | 2002-08-06 09:47:05 |
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The State won't | by hyzenthlay | 2002-08-06 09:49:49 |
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Because your friends Mercury Cougar can? (o/t) | by kahuana | 2002-08-06 09:59:05 |
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I think it's a '93. It's still pretty slick. | by NOLAWitch | 2002-08-06 10:03:17 |
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Love, Honor, Regularly Oil Change? (n/t) | by hyzenthlay | 2002-08-06 10:04:55 |
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Start the honeymoon in the back seat. (n/t) | by NOLAWitch | 2002-08-06 10:10:27 |
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I don't know about that | by Nea | 2002-08-06 11:06:14 |
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Not if you're LDS apparently. | by NOLAWitch | 2002-08-06 11:11:14 |
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Hmm... I've heard that somewhere too | by Nea | 2002-08-06 11:30:19 |
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ULC does not charge for ordination | by ma petite | 2002-08-06 08:18:03 |
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But the alternative...? | by Nashville | 2002-08-06 08:58:19 |
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In that case, the government should... | by NOLAWitch | 2002-08-06 09:57:01 |
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Well here in Switzerland | by SaleGamine | 2002-08-06 10:04:07 |
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Here in New Mexico | by hyzenthlay | 2002-08-06 10:07:50 |
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Is Elvis' car a ULC reverend? | by NOLAWitch | 2002-08-06 10:09:41 |
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Absolutely! | by Naruki | 2002-08-06 11:08:22 |
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Wishful thinking... | by NOLAWitch | 2002-08-06 11:25:32 |
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Funny... | by Naruki | 2002-08-06 11:33:44 |
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<Deleted> | <Deleted> | 2002-08-06 09:00:55 |
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Ignore this double post. | by Nashville | 2002-08-06 09:01:46 |
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Moderated: double post (n/t) | by Nea | 2002-08-06 09:32:14 |
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Catholic priests... | by cural | 2002-08-06 09:54:14 |
