Speaking for myself, I happily admit to some of the personality attacks in the OP.
-Yes, I am hostile to religion (though not the Catholic church in particular).
-No, I don't view Christian miracle stories with an open mind, just as I don't view tales about Thor's magic goats with an open mind.
-Yes, my mind is made up. I've spent four+ decades making it up, and I'm satisfied with my decision.
-Yes, I agree that my view of the papacy is that most popes (not all) have been venal, self-serving pricks I wouldn't have in my home.
Pat yourself on the back, Randy. You finally got some things right.
Boru
-Yes, I am hostile to religion (though not the Catholic church in particular).
-No, I don't view Christian miracle stories with an open mind, just as I don't view tales about Thor's magic goats with an open mind.
-Yes, my mind is made up. I've spent four+ decades making it up, and I'm satisfied with my decision.
-Yes, I agree that my view of the papacy is that most popes (not all) have been venal, self-serving pricks I wouldn't have in my home.
Pat yourself on the back, Randy. You finally got some things right.
Boru
‘I can’t be having with this.’ - Esmeralda Weatherwax