A Road Map for Nones

One in five. That's how many Americans now claim to have no religious identity. The highest ever. When asked what religious affililation they have, these folks check 'None."

1 in 5. It's not that they don't believe in God. Most of them do. It's just that they do not wish to belong to any institution or group that defines or confines that faith. 'Nones" usually say they choose to be spiritual but not religious. Fair enough.

There's one big reason why I am not a None. One big reason why I am Catholic (and not really trying to convince you to be one). And it's not because Catholics feed more people, house more people, clothe more people, care for more sick people, and educate more children than any other institution on the planet. Although those ain't bad reasons.

Very simply, I am not a None because I am not all that smart or wise. As I explore the deep questions and meaning of my life, I am keenly aware of how   >>>>>   Read Entire Post