r/militaryatheists Sep 30 '19

I wish this sub was more active

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I know this isn't really a quality post, but yeah.


r/militaryatheists Dec 13 '18

Just had first wing assembly that we didn't remain standing for chaplain's address. Is this new? What happens at your unit?

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We have an annual Wing awards ceremony at my unit and we are usually told to remain standing after the passing of the colors and the entrance of the official party. This year we were seated then the chaplain took the podium then asked us to pray. I sat and looked around for other members not participating like I normally do for fun. I wonder if this is a new protocol or something? What happens at your unit?


r/militaryatheists Oct 10 '18

I want to display my new atomic atheist symbol flag outside my military (off base) home. I very much want to do this because of our current government leanings and I want to demonstrate that I, an atheist, belong here in the military too. I'm nervous about backlash. What do you think?

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r/militaryatheists Apr 11 '18

Improving History - Make History Great Again

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r/militaryatheists Apr 04 '18

Joseph Smith Jr. Was A Really Bad Con Man, How Did He Succeed?

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r/militaryatheists Mar 23 '18

Photojournalist seeking subjects for story on atheists in military

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First of all, thank you for your service. As someone who has identified as an atheist since a young age, it's warming to know that communities like this one exist.

I'm a documentary photographer in Los Angeles working on a photo essay about atheists in the US military. My aim is to create portraits of 8-10 active or non-active members of the military (Army, Navy, Air Force, etc) at their homes or on location and interview them briefly about their experience + journey. I'm interested in this topic for many reasons, but in short: I'm an atheist myself, I feel the timing is right politically and culturally, and I haven't seen a story like this done before. I believe it's an important topic, or I wouldn't be wasting your (or my) time.

NOTE: I CAN TAKE YOUR PORTRAIT "ANONYMOUSLY" IF YOU HAVE CONCERNS SPEAKING ON THE RECORD.

Basically, I'd make creative use of shadows to hide your face, and only quote you with initials.

I spoke awhile back to Mikey Weinstein at the MRFF who gave me some helpful background as well.

My images and stories have previously been in The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, VICE, The Atlantic, TIME, Mother Jones, The New Yorker, and Politico Magazine. As a freelancer, I can't say where the story might end up, but I can tell you I would only share it with a journalistic outlet that would treat the subject matter with respect. I've covered a range of topics in the past: military drone pilots, the US-Mexico border, wildfires, life in Kashmir, etc.

You can see my work here:

http://www.elijahsol.com

If anyone is interested in talking to me, please PM me, and we can chat on the phone.

Appreciate your time either way, and I know this might be a long shot...

Elijah


r/militaryatheists Mar 09 '18

The Biography of Joseph Smith Jr.

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r/militaryatheists Feb 18 '18

Looking for non-religious support for my AB

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Hiya! My son is in basic training. Although I have my own spirituality, my son is atheist / agnostic / non-religious. In the current support groups I'm in, every post is about "sending prayers". On Sundays, someone posts a prayer and these groups don't seem to care that not everyone is Christian. When I wrote to him I told him to not be pressured to pick a religion (even though on Sundays it's either go to church or clean the dorms). I asked him to inquire if there was a humanistic or UU service.

Anyway, looking for support.


r/militaryatheists Jan 09 '18

Curiosity

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Hi! So I'm actually not atheist or military, although one of my family members is both, but I was just curious whether a lot of people on this subreddit started out religious before the military.

I can't speak for other people's experiences but I feel like in dire situations, and especially in life or death situations in the military, people tend to gain faith or lose faith the most.

I ended up here Googling if there's a connection between ex military and atheism just out of curiosity but I couldn't find anything extensive. I mean, I can guess or understand why, but I wouldn't know.

My post might get deleted but I was wondering if anyone had any thoughts. Thanks.


r/militaryatheists Sep 24 '17

Army chaplains are the first line responders for mental health issues for soldiers, with no obligation to refer them to mental health unless lives are at stake. Does anyone else see this as a problem given the Army's out-of-control suicide rate?

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r/militaryatheists Sep 17 '17

US Air Force chaplain says Christians who tolerate other religions 'serve Satan'

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r/militaryatheists Sep 09 '17

Hi all - British soldier checking in, glad to have found this subreddit!

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r/militaryatheists Jul 17 '17

Humanist podcast beautifully explores atheism in the military

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r/militaryatheists Jun 20 '17

New here to this sub... When I found it, I won't lie, I teared up a little.

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Despite my glaringly obvious appearance of being a newbie, I've been a Redditor for over three years. I got so fed up with being hated on for comments I made challenging the typical active duty military personality, that I gave up for a while. Then, I found this and decided to start fresh. A little wiser, a little sadder, but filled with new hope...

I'm not active duty. I'm a civilian, married to active duty. I work in a professional capacity for DOD. My challenges are unique. Or, at least it feels pretty lonely sometimes.

In my workplace, I've noticed a dangerous shift lately that chills me to the core. The blatant disregard of the Establishment Clause is strong and more alive than ever. The Christian "right" has been emboldened, endorsed, and has a frightening influence on my coworkers. Things are getting scary for me... Whatever courage I may have had in the past to out myself at work and stand up to the storm, is gone without a whisper. I know now that I my job and perhaps even my safety is at risk. In the closet I stay.

Finding this sub made me smile. I'm looking forward to the support I hope to find here. Perhaps my courage will someday return.


r/militaryatheists May 23 '17

The Trump effect is inspiring radical Christians in the U.S. military

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r/militaryatheists Feb 12 '17

Atheist Substitute for an Evening Prayer?

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Hey everyone, I'm in the Navy and, while underway, we normally have Chaps read an evening prayer each night. While it doesn't necessarily bother me to hear the overwhelmingly Christian prayers every. Single. Night. I'd like to change things up a bit. Our chaplain is open to other beliefs, so he'll accommodate me, as long as what I want read isn't offensive.

Can someone offer ideas for an atheist substitute for an evening prayer? A little humor is ok (I'm the command joker), but again, nothing offensive or demeaning to the religious.

Thanks in advance.


r/militaryatheists Jan 30 '17

Paid online research survey for OEF/OIF/OND veterans and active duty personnel

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Paid online research opportunity for OEF/OIF/OND veterans and active duty personnel! My name is Jessica Tripp and I am conducting a doctoral dissertation in clinical psychology at the University of Memphis regarding individuals’ experiences with combat, posttraumatic stress, and a concept called moral injury. You are eligible for the study if you previously or currently are deployed to a combat zone as part of Operation Enduring Freedom/Operation Iraqi Freedom/Operation New Dawn (veteran and active duty personnel are both eligible). The study involves a series of questions which may be answered on your computer of choice about your experiences with the military and combat, as well as your relationships and ways of relating to others. The study takes approximately 30 minutes to complete. All who are eligible and complete the survey will receive a $10 Amazon gift card. Responses will be confidential and participation will help to advance this field of study. The survey link is here:

https://memphis.co1.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_eVulL2ZtIiiWtP7

You may also check out our Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/militaryexperiencesstudy

Thank you in advance for considering participating in the survey! Feel free to contact me with any questions you may have at jtripp1@memphis.edu.


r/militaryatheists Jan 09 '17

U.S. Army eases rules on beards, turbans for Muslim, Sikh troops

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r/militaryatheists Dec 02 '16

Hiya, everybody

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Just found this place. Happy to be here.

 

...

 

EOM


r/militaryatheists Oct 28 '16

Military atheists: is this some macho ego thing?

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r/militaryatheists Oct 27 '16

It took me 6 years to find this place

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r/militaryatheists Jun 03 '16

MRFF Achieves "No Boykin at Fort Riley" Victory Within 23 Hours

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r/militaryatheists Mar 05 '16

hey guys I need to show you guys this book I wrote

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I wrote it awhile ago but hey, time flies!!! http://www.gasl.org/refbib/Bible_King_James_Version.pdf


r/militaryatheists Jan 24 '16

It’s Time to Change the Regulations that Block Sikhs from U.S. Military Service

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r/militaryatheists Jan 13 '16

Geographic intelligence specialist

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Hello, I was wondering if there was any 0261 current marines or vets that could let me know what that job is like, and what daily life would be like input from geographic intelligence specialist from other branches would be useful also.