Hello!

[Alisa]

Hi everyone.

For purposes of this forum my name is Sister Agatha!

I am a sister and teacher at a Catholic grade school/middle school somewhere in the midwest.

Forgive me for saying so, but I was intrigued by atheism and athesits, because at some level I don't really understand them.

Now now. I know Im just a little bit biased being a nun and all, but I almost find it impossible to believe that anyone coudl really live "without God". 

God is love. God is smiling at a child's fingerpainting, playing a guitar and singing a lovely song, and quite frankly just being there with for someone when they've had a crummy day, and them being there for you. In my mind God is love itself, and for me living without God would be pretty lonesome!  

I suppose some of the bible stories sound a little wild, but I could never imagine living without Jesus. Honestly when I've had a bad day at school and am ready to just call it quits, I say a little prayer to Jesus..and I can't explain it..He always gives me the strength I need to get through the day.

I am so happy you agreed to let me post here, and Im really looking forward to some  productive discussions!

Welcome, and I hope you stay on this forum and share your views. I hope for a fruitful discussion 

Atheism means lack of faith in one or more gods. The burden of proof is on the theists to prove their particular god exist.
Not to hurt any of your sentiments, but feelings and emotions are not evidence. I feel good when I smoke marijuana, but that will not convince many that it's good to do that. While Marijuana might have few health benefits, it can still be pretty unhealthy. 

Once again, welcome! 

Regards.