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What I Gained by Giving Up God

By Charles Owens I was an ordained minister for over a decade, but now I say, “I’m an atheist,” whenever someone asks about my religious beliefs. This is not my deconversion story. Instead, this story is about what I’ve gained by giving up God, and how embracing atheism has led Read more

By Minnesota Atheists, 1 weekNovember 7, 2025 ago
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Evolution vs. Creationism

By August Berkshire [The following letter to the editor / opinion piece was submitted to the Minnesota Star Tribune newspaper on July 25, 2025. As of August 17, 2025 it had not been printed.] The 100 year anniversary of the Scopes Trial has elevated, but only slightly, the ongoing debate Read more

By Minnesota Atheists, 1 weekNovember 5, 2025 ago
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