tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442709270787168376.post5439592216230204873..comments2023-12-24T08:02:36.605-05:00Comments on Betsy Transatlantically: Broadcasting FaithBetsy Transatlanticallyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04953626122327472245noreply@blogger.comBlogger47125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442709270787168376.post-7644675787196044122013-03-21T03:12:21.340-04:002013-03-21T03:12:21.340-04:00I look forward to reading it :)I look forward to reading it :)Sara Louisehttp://www.sarainlepetitvillage.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442709270787168376.post-48083410647792945122013-03-20T15:32:10.801-04:002013-03-20T15:32:10.801-04:00approve!
http://betsytransatlantically.blogspot.c...approve!<br /><br />http://betsytransatlantically.blogspot.comBetsy Transatlanticallyhttp://www.betsytransatlantically.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442709270787168376.post-78429571092354721912013-03-20T15:30:56.175-04:002013-03-20T15:30:56.175-04:00Love, love, love this! Looking forward to reading...Love, love, love this! Looking forward to reading your post on what you believe. I can relate to feeling left out of that community that seems to be built-in for those with the same spiritual beliefs. On the other can, I can understand the need/want to share & blog about something as important to you as a deep religious conviction, that your life is possibly centered around, but as a not-so-religious person I can`t necessarily "relate" to it myself!<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.somesnapshots.com/" rel="nofollow">Some<br />Snapshots Blog</a><br /><br />JessJessnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442709270787168376.post-69422202572089141812013-03-20T11:26:20.606-04:002013-03-20T11:26:20.606-04:00amen indeed! yeah, part of my "upset" ph...amen indeed! yeah, part of my "upset" phase was due to a lot of these bloggers presenting themselves as having all the answers, which kind of made me angry, as irrational as that is. I mean, if we all have all the answers at 20 (or 22 or 24 or 26 or at ANY time in our lives!) the world won't become a better place. our questions and answers have to evolve, and understanding that is a sign of strength, not weakness, I think, even when faith is concerned. thank YOU!Betsy Transatlanticallyhttp://www.betsytransatlantically.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442709270787168376.post-8666020356008174512013-03-20T11:22:42.811-04:002013-03-20T11:22:42.811-04:00haha I actually like the idea of being called a ra...haha I actually like the idea of being called a radical heathen - at least it's a label! but I think the point you're making is a good one. labels shouldn't be exclusive. thank yoy :)Betsy Transatlanticallyhttp://www.betsytransatlantically.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442709270787168376.post-86051044388657553382013-03-20T10:38:18.008-04:002013-03-20T10:38:18.008-04:00Thank you for this post. I am not religious (and ...Thank you for this post. I am not religious (and I don't even talk about that fact on my blog). So, when I started blogging and realized that there was a whole community of religious (like you said, usually Christians) bloggers, I was unsure if I could ever be a part of that community. Would they think I was some sort of radical heathen? With that said, my fears were unfounded and I have made connections with people through blogging from a variety of faiths. I am respectful of others beliefs and, so far, no one has cast me out...haha. I will definitely be reading next week!<br />TaraTara_Sthttp://pennilesssocialite.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442709270787168376.post-84657818344167501562013-03-20T07:43:59.283-04:002013-03-20T07:43:59.283-04:00Ϻy spіrit moved aωay about 3 yeaгs prior to my who...Ϻy spіrit moved aωay about 3 yeaгs prior to my whole <br />body hаԁ the couгage to at long laѕt сoncluԁe this <br />saga, anԁ I did notice I was higher been given <br />іn the toωn I at long last situateԁ to and as foг the fantastiс fortune I <br />ωas trying to get, I diѕcovereԁ what Joѕерh Campbell ωrοte was гeal:<br />&#8220Your tοtal actual phуsical produсt apρreciatеs <br />thаt thiѕ is thе wаy to bе <br />alive in this community and the ωау <br />tο gіѵе the fairly optimum that you hаvе to deliνеr.<br />Sіttіng therе on yοur countеr, it rаrelу <br />арpears ablе of thіѕ kіnԁ of miraсles, but the very first timers аnd the seasoneԁ cooks alike wіll take рleаsure in <br />incorрorating that stanԁarԁ taste to thеir beloved dishes.<br />Мateгial maгkеrѕ have eѵen been аpрlіed <br />аnd can be advantageous to touch-up the locatіons on the shoеѕ wheгe the <br />сoloг ԁіd not chοoѕe (the seamѕ specifically).<br /><br /><br />my ωebsitе :: <a href="http://url.org/bookmarks/bootmole73" rel="nofollow">http://url.org/bookmarks/bootmole73</a>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442709270787168376.post-66248916087141258682013-03-19T19:44:42.765-04:002013-03-19T19:44:42.765-04:00it's the latest form of televangelism ;-)it's the latest form of televangelism ;-)Georgia Christakisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442709270787168376.post-60812145639470206912013-03-19T19:44:39.236-04:002013-03-19T19:44:39.236-04:00ah, yes I agree - it should be okay to be conflic...ah, yes I agree - it should be okay to be conflicted when identifying with a religion. And I believe some religions (perhaps some more so than others) encourage individuals to challenge beliefs, which is so refreshing. That exploration is so critical! At least in my own experience, those challenges ended up leading me to a different path.Nicole @ Treasure Tromphttp://treasuretromp.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442709270787168376.post-69900076876916193652013-03-19T19:09:15.091-04:002013-03-19T19:09:15.091-04:00I'm actually going to keep this response short...I'm actually going to keep this response short rather than ramble - though I am delighted to have the novel here, so thank you! - but I think that it should be okay to be conflicted even when you do identify with a specific religion. let him who is without sin, etc - no one, no leader of any church of any denomination, should condemn you for figuring out what's best for you. I want to find a community where exploration is encouraged :)Betsy Transatlanticallyhttp://www.betsytransatlantically.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442709270787168376.post-25627685361347760912013-03-19T19:07:21.965-04:002013-03-19T19:07:21.965-04:00This: I believe that religion is the root of all e...This: I believe that religion is the root of all evil, but that one’s relationship with God is the road to salvation. Ditto. And this: I believe that science andreligion can be complementary. I do not believe in missionary work, but rather in showing others God’s love through kindness and authenticity. I believe that miracles happen on a daily basis, but I also believe that one cannot rely on chance in the building of a successful and meaningful life. Ditto again. Amazing, Jenna. Amazing!Tina Bylandhttp://likeordinarylife.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442709270787168376.post-11096943353686921602013-03-19T19:03:28.181-04:002013-03-19T19:03:28.181-04:00Amen? I grew up Irish Catholic and I still root my...Amen? I grew up Irish Catholic and I still root my life in that upbringing, but I'm not "saved" or a member of the LDS church or worship (we don't call it worship in Catholicism) or any of that stuff. And, to be honest, it's not me anyway. I also feel that there's near pressure on some blogs related to their purity, wholesome image. Again, deffffinnitely not me and never ever was. Irish Catholic. Did you get that?<br /><br />And my faith is all over the place. I don't fit in anywhere. Blogging can be uncomfortable when I am surrounded with people who (at least pretend) to have the whole spiritual, metaphysical, what's going on out there thing figured out. I won't even pretend like I am halfway there. And the older I get, the more I question and search for answers and broaden my beliefs (while at the same time narrowing them, too). And because of all of that, no lie, I worry people won't read my blog because I'm not wholesome enough, I don't accept faith with a blind eye and I definitely blend my religious upbringing with what I know physically to be true out there in the universe (thanks to having a father who is an astrophysicist probably).<br /><br />So... all of that being said.... AMEN! I mean that in the way where THANK YOU for beginning a dialogue about people who aren't perfect members of religious community X. We aren't horrible, sinning people. But, sometimes, especially in blogland, I worry that people look at us that way.<br /><br /><br /><br />Also... I married a very scientific man who studied anthropology and sociology through that lens. We both took world religion classes and he is very trite about his beliefs on organized religion. Which, imo, is very different that what one believes in spiritually. So it's all a bit confusing. Thank you so much for this post! Can't wait for Thursday!Tina Bylandhttp://likeordinarylife.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442709270787168376.post-75943881256385150762013-03-19T17:03:37.458-04:002013-03-19T17:03:37.458-04:00Hahaha - so true.
I know that part of the reason ...Hahaha - so true.<br /><br />I know that part of the reason we don't broach the subject is because we know it's quite a sensitive one but also, we don't have an easily defined set of beliefs which we feel comfortable backing up. I mean, if you say you are a follower of Jesus, that often says a lot about one's beliefs and values and requires less explaining because those fundamental beliefs are generally, well known. My beliefs are sort of a mish-mash of this and that and from here and there and not documented in any sort of religious text nor do I necessarily have a community of people who feel or follow the same thoughts. It sort of feels like entering a battle alone - even though I know there has to be other's out there.Jayhttp://www.fromtheretoheretheblog.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442709270787168376.post-37528035428543714232013-03-19T16:55:27.044-04:002013-03-19T16:55:27.044-04:00thank YOU! one cannot make a community alone :)thank YOU! one cannot make a community alone :)Betsy Transatlanticallyhttp://www.betsytransatlantically.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442709270787168376.post-58171840166570173062013-03-19T16:36:33.680-04:002013-03-19T16:36:33.680-04:00it seems that those of us who are uncertain are a ...it seems that those of us who are uncertain are a silent majority! I like the idea of being a community amongst ourselves - you couldn't find a more inclusive bunch that one whose members agree to fundamentally have no idea whether or not they agree :)Betsy Transatlanticallyhttp://www.betsytransatlantically.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442709270787168376.post-50035517746245139412013-03-19T15:01:31.304-04:002013-03-19T15:01:31.304-04:00I think that this is wonderful Jenna. Your honestl...I think that this is wonderful Jenna. Your honestly is refreshing. Thanks for sharing this with us!Nicole @ Treasure Tromphttp://treasuretromp.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442709270787168376.post-73519711757352537612013-03-19T14:54:00.767-04:002013-03-19T14:54:00.767-04:00I don't even know where to start with this. So...I don't even know where to start with this. So many thoughts flying around in my head, most of which will make zero sense as I write them down but I'll try. Okay, let me start by saying I can't wait to read on Thursday. Well done :) Second, I agree about the typical posts people write and the overwhelming amount of I Believe posts, be them about religion or sipping white wine while taking a bath to relax (which I totally do and love). But I do like reading them because I find it all very interesting. I love finding out what people connect with, or find meaningful in their lives. <br /><br />That being said, religion is frustrating at times for me personally. I grew up in a family of born-again Christians and considered myself a proud Christian until 4-5 years ago. If I had my blog at that time I would have described myself as a daughter of the king. I no longer identify with any religion, but like you, I have faith. I found that there is no 1 religion that perfectly aligns with ALL of my values and beliefs. And more importantly, I had a difficult time identifying with a religion when the majority of the leaders (not all believers, of course) condemned some of my central, non-negotiable values. And so I decided to no longer identify myself with a religion that left me feeling conflicted, but rather work hard on defining myself by the specific values in which I believe. I still believe in some of the foundational beliefs of a variety of major religions, but have simply removed the label. In doing so I reduced my inner conflict and confusion. And I have found that this decision has made me a happier, and confident person.<br /><br />BUT I do feel like there isn't always space for me to share those thoughts in the blogging community. So thanks for encouraging us to share our views and starting a respectful discussion. <br /><br />You're welcome for the novel (but really - sorry!)Nicole @ Treasure Tromphttp://treasuretromp.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442709270787168376.post-19317223405783337352013-03-19T14:20:53.425-04:002013-03-19T14:20:53.425-04:00"I grew up in a small town in the Bible Belt,..."I grew up in a small town in the Bible Belt, and I still struggle with <br />the idea that not everyone who is very vocal about their Christianity is<br /> hypocritical or judgmental."<br /><br />This is how I feel exactly!daci jayehttp://twitter.com/werejustdandynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442709270787168376.post-2337568086530746492013-03-19T14:19:54.338-04:002013-03-19T14:19:54.338-04:00I never forget a good portmanteau :)I never forget a good portmanteau :)daci jayehttp://twitter.com/werejustdandynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442709270787168376.post-76073014106003736862013-03-19T14:02:11.532-04:002013-03-19T14:02:11.532-04:00I really wish I could go back to school and study ...I really wish I could go back to school and study religious sociology - where did our need to label everything come from? there are so many other communities we can be a part of - why did that become one of the primary by which we define ourselves? SO MANY QUESTIONS.<br /><br /><br />and thank you! that means a lot :)Betsy Transatlanticallyhttp://www.betsytransatlantically.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442709270787168376.post-23165607014187351172013-03-19T14:00:02.318-04:002013-03-19T14:00:02.318-04:00I think that figuring out what you don't belie...I think that figuring out what you don't believe is key in narrowing down your options! there's so much out there in terms of faith - sometimes you have to use a process of elimination :)Betsy Transatlanticallyhttp://www.betsytransatlantically.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442709270787168376.post-14554870074236163072013-03-19T12:41:53.450-04:002013-03-19T12:41:53.450-04:00Hahaha - I'm too much of a coward to post it o...Hahaha - I'm too much of a coward to post it on my own blog too Jenna ;) <br /><br /><br />That being said - I think Betsy has been touching on a few more sensitive subjects as of late and creating quite a good community of discussion that for what I've seen, remains respectful. I appreciate the space here and often feel comfortable adding my 2 cents. So - thank you Betsy.Jayhttp://www.fromtheretoheretheblog.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442709270787168376.post-37388793418751617622013-03-19T12:38:57.076-04:002013-03-19T12:38:57.076-04:00First of all - you aren't alone. I don't ...First of all - you aren't alone. I don't subscribe to any one religion or church thus lack the community. (I do not yearn for a religious community in any way - back in University I did a sort of exploration phase and decided I was uncomfortable with the entire notion and it wasn't for me.) I suppose then, we are a community amongst ourselves. Secondly, I am quite looking forward to March 28.Jayhttp://www.fromtheretoheretheblog.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442709270787168376.post-52454517118611279062013-03-19T12:34:51.436-04:002013-03-19T12:34:51.436-04:00My three favorites are: @SarahNMoon, @boudledidge,...My three favorites are: @SarahNMoon, @boudledidge, and @diannaeanderson. <br /><br /><br /><br />The most basic answer to your question IMHO: A Christian believes Jesus is the Son of God, and a feminist believes that women are human beings. There ya go!Belle Viergehttp://twitter.com/belle_viergenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442709270787168376.post-80673268829793706692013-03-19T12:24:33.903-04:002013-03-19T12:24:33.903-04:00Faith and blogging.... where do I even begin? I...Faith and blogging.... where do I even begin? I'm also kind of jealous of all those people who have unwavering faith. I would love to be able to join them with their beliefs, but no matter how much I try, it just doesn't click in my head. I wish someone could explain it to me, because deep down I want to believe, but I just can't. Maybe one day that'll happen. Or maybe it won't. Either way, after questioning my beliefs for years, I'm at a point in my life where I've come to accept what I believe and I've stopped trying to put a label on it. <br /><br /><br /><br />I can't wait to read your post! I love religious discussions... well when they're intelligent and non-judgmental, which coming from you, I know it will be :)Allyssahttp://thebarnblog.com/noreply@blogger.com