For Want of a Better Title

From a lapsed Catholic to a converted atheist: don’t be one of those self-righteous pricks.

Dear TJC student,

It’s just a “God bless.” Give it a rest. People are entitled to their religious beliefs. He/She did not give a long speech about religion nor prayed. I think the person just meant well to the incoming Council. I don’t get what the big deal was. It probably just slipped because this person is religious and to him/her it’s what is said to mean good will.

I hate fundamentalists of all stripes, and my advice to you is to temper your righteous rage with some tolerance. You don’t win people over by being a self-righteous prick, you win them over by being tolerant without compromising your values. If that person were to wish you “god bless,”  you should wish them “good luck” in reply. Or even “may the force be with you” or “live long and prosper” depending on which geek you are (and I am sure TJC students are geeks).

So once again, breathe and let it go. There are bigger battles to fight.

Sincerely,

PMG