Posted by Rev Robert Fuller
I Knew you held religion in contempt!!! I've studied the Hebrew, Greek, Latin, for years and I'm the first to admit religion has evolved like many things. There has been one constant throughout the prophets and the new testament, as well as the lo...
Posted by Rev Robert Fuller
I agree, I just believe we should be sure of the facts before we go off the deep end. ...
Posted by Joanna Zarach
Hi everyone, I am from Illinois, but I am getting married in Wisconsin next Saturday. We've asked our friend to perfrorm the ceremony and have come across this issue of sponsorship. I am looking for someone to sponsor an-out of state ULC ordained minister. If anyone can help me with this I...
Posted by Dr. Anthony ADRIAN
Here we go again. I say MAN-made books due to the fact of my knowledge of theology history! I have heard it from nearly every Christian who corresponds with me. It is the statement that the bible-- being a perfect book, written by forty writers all inspired by God-- has remained unchange...
Posted by George Arthur Lareau
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Posted by Sean Snarr-Jones
Good Morning. Thanksgiving Weekend is over for us up here. But being thankful never ends. This past weekend brought up some inner personal battles for me. Sarcasim, frustration, loneliness. Amazing how the mind works. So much to be grateful for yet a part of me struggled with the things missed, not...
Posted by Rev Robert Fuller
What a subject !!! We have a responsibility to keep the fox out of the hen house, however we also bare the responsibility to make darn sure the fox is really a fox, before we shoot the fox. ...
Posted by Rev Robert Fuller
I myself do not understand many things my God has done, but as Christ said; in John 3:12 If I have told you earthly things, and ye believe not, how shall ye believe, if I tell you heavenly thing? Now as for forty years in the desert for the go...
Posted by Sean Snarr-Jones
Day 8. I could use a treatment ! Just For Today “21 Days of Prayer-Day 8” Meditative Thought: I attend The University of Transformational Studies and Leadership at the Agape International Spiritual Center, where we study a form of prayer called “prayer treatments.” I am asked qui...
Posted by Rev. James Arrvia III
A carpenter and his apprentices were traveling through the province of Qi in search of building materials.They saw a giant tree; five men holding hands could not encompass its girth, and its crown reached almost to the clouds. “Let's not waste our time with this tree,” said the master carpente...
Posted by Rev. Paul D. Ragsdale Jr
Bond County, Illinois is not very well represented when it comes to Charity’s providing Clothing to citizens in the county. My hope is to provide some type of low income store to help those in need yet keeping those from taking what they don’t need. I have been getting the message o...
Posted by Terri Swadey
I just performed my first wedding last month and enjoyed it tremendously. My nerves settled the minute I saw the bride walking down the aisle; and throughout the service, I felt a great rapport with the couple, who later expressed delight in the service. Now I am looking to find...
Posted by Rev Robert Fuller
I would have to agree that religion does not prove the existence or non-existence of God. I would also point out that science does not prove the existence or non-existence of God, nor does science have an answer for where or what created t...
Posted by Sean Snarr-Jones
Good Morning! It is Thanksgiving here in Canada. I wish you all the best, may your prayers, dreams and goals all manifest for you and your loved ones. Here is a tough one for me. Having a local prayer partner. So, for me today, I will pray with you. My prayer is to find someone to stand with me ...
Posted by Jizo Hodo Thompson
A young man eagerly described what he dreamed of doing for the poor. Said the Master, when do you propose to make your dream come true? The young man answered, as soon as opportunity arrives. Opportunity never arrives, said the master. It's here. _Anthony de Mello- ...
Posted by Rev Robert E Wright JR
Father Hear me when i call, O GOD of my righteouseness thou hast enlarged me when i was in distress; Have murcy upon me and hear my preayer. Give ear to my words, O Lord consider my Meditations. For in death there is no remmberance of thee in the grave who shall give thee thanks. O Lor...
Posted by Rev Robert E Wright JR
he who said to the lord i shall not put the lords name in vain wich mean i shall not challange the word of the lord he who thougsh stones shall through the last stong before god. he is what ya think he is what ya are he will not come to you in the daysd of the end of time. on the last day he m...
Posted by Rev Larry D King
Growing up, my dad was a Southern Baptist minister, so we were at church every time the doors were opened, and consequently, I have heard my share of sermons. Being raised in one very particular religion, I alway...
Posted by Sean Snarr-Jones
Good Morning! Day 6. Jump in and start 21 days of prayer anytime. don't think you have to wait because you missed the beginning, day 1! Start on this day, then add the ones you missed at the end if thats what it takes to get you thinking in a new way. Todays message is about vibration, singin...
Posted by Sean Snarr-Jones
Happy Thanksgiving Weekend! It is Thanksgiving weekend here in Canada. To my American neighbors, I wish you a great Columbus Day weekend! Just For Today “21 Days of Prayer-Day 5” Meditative Thought: When is a good time for prayer? Prayer is our communication with our inner spirit; our t...
Posted by Rev. James Arrvia III
"TheRrisky Climb" In the middle of a storm, a pilgrim reaches an inn and the owner asks where he is going. “I’m going to the mountains,” he answers. “Forget it,” says the innkeeper, “it’s a risky climb, and the weather is awful.” “But I’m going up,” answers the pilgrim, “if my heart gets there ...
Posted by Harry Underwood
Even before Israel was created (or re-created) as a nation-state, the religion of Judaism was treated by both its adherents and detractors as a religion and ethnicity concurrently. For its adherents, the ethnicity was wrapped up within the religion after the forced disappearance of Judea as a ...
Posted by Mother Crow .
I have spent many years learning about Crow Medicine and living within its reality. And trust me not of my own desire to learn – this path is truly not a chosen path but literally takes you along kicking & screaming if necessary. You are so strongly guided along your path that there i...
Posted by Rev. Charles Morris
I believe in the power of my own/our own mind; that often overlooked part that some people might call an ESP.I don't believe in "Mind Reading" . I do believe that I am my own creator and my own destroyer and take the credit and consequences for each of these. I believe in the mag...
Posted by Pastor Tom .
This is the ceremony that I have used to quite a few couples. It was an example ceremony I found on the web and modified heavily. Feel free to comment. The ----- obviously are replaced with the individuals names :) OFFICIANT: All please gather around on this beautifu...
Posted by Sean Snarr-Jones
Good Morning. Day 4. Yesterdays prayer and affirmation was a handy little one! I found myself slipping a couple of times into feeling sorry for myself, in a way I hadn't thought or noticed before. Just a little thought that ran through my mind, something like, "of for goodness sake, will you g...
Posted by Rev. James Arrvia III
*The Search of the Path* “I am willing to leave everything. Please, take me as a disciple.” “How does a man choose his Path?” “Through sacrifice. A path that demands sacrifice is a true path.” The abbot bumped into a bookcase. A very rare vase fell down and the young man threw himself to the fl...
Posted by Lady Shandril oc Arran
This past weekend was a very spiritual one for me. On Friday night, my family and I went to see the movie "Zombieland", an apocolyptic comedy starring Woody Harrelson. That may not seem like a very spiritual act to many people, but my family is very dear to me, and we are all zombi...
Posted by Rev. Shelli Schwengler
They say when life hands you lemons, make lemonade, but if you're anything like me, you ruminate on why you were given the lemons to begin with. I have been sitting here thinking of all the wonderful things that have happened to me this year, and there have been many, why do I ruminate on...
Posted by Sean Snarr-Jones
Good Morning. Yesterdays assignment was to note through the day my connect to god, the divine and all that it is; adundance, joy, love, .. and be those things.. be conscious of it. I found that I went along through the day like I normally would until suddenly something would remind me of t...
Posted by Rev. Mike Spradley
The reson my first Wedding will always be my best, is because I Married my Oldest Son to his first and hopefuly only Wife. It was a joy that I cannot explain. If there are any Ministers,Rev,Pastors,Bishops,Ect. out there that have also had the chance to Marrie one of there Children please reply t...
Posted by Rev.Frank Matwyuk
I became an ordaine minister for a change in my life and maybe if all goes good open a church along with some kind of christian club for trouble teens so we can reach out to those who need some one to take them under there wing to guide them on the right path because I too was a troubled teen, so wi...
Posted by Rev Robert E Wright JR
the lord said come to me and i will be your life and salvation. what he meanss do on to him what you do unto others which will come seeing all eyes of the lord. He who comes to the lord will be with him for ever. The lord has come on this day to help all in his need we who love him will ...
Posted by Rev Robert E Wright JR
Father Bless the children and people of the earth for one day our time will come. We who live in the lord prase the lord with all our hearts and soul. Father we as you for your fogiveness in this time of need we are all one gods children and need a little guidence in our life. We hope to serve...
Posted by Sean Snarr-Jones
Last night I started my 21 day journey of prayer with Skip. I found a small notebook, wrote down what my assignment was and the affirmation, then wrote my letter to God, to the Divine. I told God about my fears of strugglings financially, of the needs I have that must be met, and how my reques...
Posted by Sean Snarr-Jones
Join me on a Spiritual journey wth one of my spiritual advisors, Skip Jennings. Just For Today “21 Days of Prayer-Day 1” Meditative Thought: Edwene Gaines, spiritual leader, and abundance specialist, once said, “Do something for 21days and the practice becomes embedded into your consciou...
Posted by Cedric Gittens
I'm having a debate with my girlfriend and I would just like a little outside feed back on it. I'm wondering is it wrong to take a innocent creature and turn them into a killer. My grlfriend feels it's a cat just being a cat. What do you think?
Posted by Jizo Hodo Thompson
It's not the years in your life that count, It's the life in your years. ...
Posted by Cedric Gittens
I've always believed that everything happens for a reason. I always told myself life was hard to teach me a lesson. I was knock down so I would learn to get back up. Now I just don't know. I felt that I was finally where I was meant to be and everything would be good now. However I f...
Posted by Lisa Herek
The month of October has always been my favorite. This is when I recall the trials and triumphs of the past year, and begin to make my plans (hint: resolutions) for the coming year. It's when I count my blessings, take inventory, and nurture seeds of hope for the year that is coming...
Posted by Sean Snarr-Jones
October 1, 2009 Serving the Higher Self The Ego In most spiritual circles, the ego gets a pretty bad rap. The reason for this is that the ego, to some extent, is the principle in our psyches that separates us from one an...
Posted by Reverend Jim Hall
I have tried to understand religion most of my life. Looking at what was taught and how people treat each other afterwards. I was tired of hearing that you need to worship Jesus and took a closer look at what I really heard and what was important. I started to realize that what most religions ...
Posted by Rev Robert Fuller
Perhaps you do not understand because you are looking at "modern religion" and not the "Church" which are the obedient children of God. I must however agree that "modern religion" has become as the Pharisee. Children of God will always recall the mighty hand of God when he is angered. &...
Posted by Rev. Wesley Combs
Hello to anyone and everyone who reads this. I'm very new to the ULC and I have to say that i�...
Posted by Jizo Hodo Thompson
Our foolish ideas of happiness keep us eternally searching for the unfindable. Ensnared by these false thoughts, we do not recognize the joy that lies within us. -Venerable Wuling-
Posted by Apostolic Emissary Clifford Crate
Its hard for me to believe but God seems to be leading to a full time ministry. This will mean a lot of travelling and meeting new people. It also means that I will have to come with some way to raise funds necessary. And this, in turn, means I will have to charge for services...which I d...
Posted by Jizo Hodo Thompson
Disapointment inevitably follows expectation. -Venerable Wuling-
Posted by Apostolic Emissary Clifford Crate
Here in the last few days as I have been sharing God's plans for His ministry, I have been receiving such great words of support and encouragement. And I also consider myself blessed in that satan has been trying to throw doubt and fear on me, which only lets me know that I must somehow be on t...
Posted by Rev. John Ferrario
How does one measure the a man/woman whether in be in life or in death?
Posted by Apple Lin
The sweet-scented osmanthus is fragrant all over the city The Mid-autumn Festival Hangzhou of season, will float all over sweet-scented osmanthus fragrant all over the city. I think if admire the full moon, have Pinghu autumn scenery of moon only, little that " whether the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomou...
Posted by Rev. Meghan Gurley
Having studied religion and ethics for 7 years, and worked in ethics (business, non-profit, and government), I would love to hear y'alls comments on several issues I'm working on for a business school class. 1. How does religion fit into the workplace? Everyone has some belief syste...
Posted by Apostolic Emissary Clifford Crate
I thought I would share how I came to the full realization of Gods calling for me. I've known for many years that I God wants me to be a helper and teacher, but as for preaching and leading a church...that didn't come until I started searching my genealogy. I discovered my ancestors, the S...
Posted by Mike Zehmisch
Hey all. I actually got ordained because two of my friends wanted me to marry them. Religion has always been a big part of my life, so I had no problem doing it. I want to start a church, and am asking for any advice that anyone can give me.
Posted by Brian Percival
I have three treasures, which I hold fast and watch closely. The first is mercy. The second is frugality. The third is humility. From mercy comes courage. From frugality comes generosity. From humility comes leadership. Now if one were bold but had no mercy, If one were broad b...
Posted by Rev. Dennis Ables
This says it all, please check it out. Cover Fridays: One Love - Bob Marley's MySpace Blog |
Posted by Mitchell Moore
Had to rejoin to be a ordained minister. I have a very sick friend in the hospital right now and trying to get her to come to. This all started Wednesday. If at all possible can i ask that you all send her some healing prayers? She too was a minister here but may not be on the record anymore. Her na...
Posted by Apostolic Emissary Clifford Crate
It looks as if I am not the only one, which is reassuring. God has placed it on my heart to begin the rebuilding of His basic Church with apostolic foundings. Have you noticed how much mans doctrines have taken over control of churches? When you look at my title (whcih I did not choisose...its too w...
Posted by Jizo Hodo Thompson
I first read this in a doctors office years ago, and sence then I have always kept a copy hanging in our dojo / school. Many of you may have already seen it. But I'm going to share it anyway. CHILDREN LEARN WHAT THEY LIVE If a child lives with criticism, He learns to condemn. If...
Posted by Rev. Jennifer Ollice, LMP
Lesson 4 Wiccan Beliefs The Egyptians had many different practices, as did the Greeks and the Romans and the Celts. Wicca is one of the many that exist today and within Wicca there are many different traditions, all with slightly different practices and spiritual focus. All Wiccans do however sha...
Posted by Reverend Larry Goodin
HEY FOLKS,PLEASE VISIT FIRSTADAMBOMB.WEBS.COM AND REGISTER TO THE SITE.AFTER YOU HAVE REGISTERED PLEASE GO TO THE FORUM AND SHARE YOUR STORIES.WHAT YOU HAVE TO SAY MAY CHANGE LIVES.THIS IS A CALL OUT TO ALL CLERGY.I JUST STARTED THIS ORGANIZATION AND I NEED SOME HELP TO GET IT GOING.PEACE AN...
Posted by Reverend Scott J Politano
Hello again my Brothers and Sisters, This morning, Friday September 25, 2009, Mrs Judy Daniels traveled home to be with our Lord in ever lasting life. Thank you for all your prayers, thoughtful comments and continous emotional and spiritual support for the Daniels Family. A brief service f...
Posted by Rev Robert Fuller
Rev Robert Fuller 9/25/2009 1:43 PM I think two things are important to note here: When discussing the rapture we are not really trying to figure out when the Lord returns. No one knows this not even the Son. The second is that I think its important to note that no where in the scripture does the ...
Posted by Rev. Shelli Schwengler
Today I was reflecting on the many people in my life that I had referred to as friends and realized that most had been nothing more than mere acquaintances, that I had used the word to lightly. A true friend is someone who stands by you through all times, the good and bad, through all decision...
Posted by Rev. John Ferrario
When I was in college many years ago, I took a class in Philosophy where the professor was not all that much older than those in the class. Yes there was a text that was rarely used and maybe one test other than the final. When the final exam came at the end of the semester, there wa...
Posted by Seer Ashlamaz
Namaste` Our calling is to BE, Conscious, and help others who are embracing our Spiritual Evolution, back to our first state, The Divine. There has never been a more crucial time for God's Speakers of Truth to BE as prevailing as we Are, in such a day and age. By accepting uncertai...
Posted by Almarine The Redeemed
I am seeking to go higher in the Lord. Yes we all need more love. Love never fails. Love is not envious and Love seeketh not it's own. 1 cor. 13: 1- . Also the bible saids, Perfect love cast out fear. So Lord I want this great Love in my life. I seek God for it every day. I have found that I ha...
Posted by Rev. Dr. (Imam) Hanif Koya, D.D.
It is my opinion that spirituality of Islam is less understood. Often it is confused with Sufism. Because of so much of negativity about this faith, we tend to overlook the spiiritual side of Islam. I would be happy to hear from other friends on this site. Thanks. Dr. H. Koya www.interfa...
Posted by REVEREND SYNDIA-GREGORIA MORALES-ESCOBAR
Two men, both seriously ill, occupied the same hospital room. One man was allowed to sit up in his bed for an hour each afternoon to help drain the fluid from his lungs. His bed was next to the room's only window. The other man had to spend all his time flat on his back. The men talke...
Posted by Tony Mitchell
Today's word of the day is: Steadfast. One must be steadfast against the barrage of those that wish to bend your will to their own. Stand Tall, stand true and never waiver off course. Be true to yourself and have an open mind to allow for changes. Adapt, improvise, Over...
Posted by Jizo Hodo Thompson
If we can only realize that the joy of others is our own, that the pain of others is our own. We will then foster only joy, and never again cause pain.
Posted by Tony Mitchell
Word of the day: Intolerance It's kind of funny how our country was founded by those that were persecuted for their religion and in the course of history here in America, there is still religious intolerance to this day. Salem Witch Trials 1692. Coexist people. What ...
Posted by Almarine The Redeemed
Oh I thank God for all the things God has showed to me, has now come to pass. I know it is the will of God because He has promised me so many things. I am thanking God for my new car, a new relatioship, a peaceful life, my best friends so many i can't even count them. Thank God for ...
Posted by Reverend Scott J Politano
My Brothers and Sisters, Today Monday it has happened again. Judy has taken a turn for the worse. First thing this morning, the hospital found Mrs. Judy with a 98/69 blood pressure, low oxygen count and bluish color to her face. The staff got her stabilized and consulted with the f...
Posted by Desmond Oconnor
When God calls you to do something, he enables you to do it. When we let go of fear, only then can we gracefully move from what was into the miracle of what can be. "You are worthy to take the scroll and to open its seals, because you were slain, and with your blood you purchased men for God from...
Posted by Desmond Oconnor
Our lives are not determined by what happens to us but by how we react to what happens, not by what life brings to us, but by the attitude we bring to life. A positive attitude causes a chain reaction of positive thoughts, events, and outcomes. It is a catalyst, a spark that creates extraordin...
Posted by Desmond Oconnor
Many years ago, God spoke to my heart saying, "My people are destroyed for their lack of knowledge. How are they to know unless the Word of God is preached, and how are they to hear unless a preacher is sent? Go and prepare thyself to minister to the people, and then you may teach My people how to r...
Posted by Reverend Scott J Politano
Hello Brothers and Sisters in Christ: Its time for another update for Mrs Judy. This time I waited a few days to see what was going to happen this time. It seems like every time we get excited because she gets moved from ICU to PCU, she back slides within 5 hours. Well today is Sunday. She ha...
Posted by Rev.Timothy Myrick
The sea is an unforgiving place,for every time you sail out you never know if you're going to make it back to port,but every time you do,you must thank God not only for your safe return,but every thing that you have been given by Him,and when you step ontp that steady shore,you must remember th...
Posted by Rev.Timothy Myrick
You can not steal salvation,like a thief in the night.For it is not perfection of life on this earth for which we strive,but perfection of faith.Faith in God will provide us eternal life,faith along is the key that will grant us eternal salvation.
Posted by Rev. Shelli Schwengler
Counsel to an Elder If you don’t know who you are by now, Then choose who you desire to be. Listen much, speak little. When the teacher is ready to learn, The students will come to teach. You can affect the lives of others, but in the end, Their...
Posted by Rev. Shelli Schwengler
The Love of the Priest and the Priestess You may come to them for a few moments, then go away and do whatever you will; their love is unchanging. You may deny them to themselves or to yourself, then curse them to anyone who will listen; their love is unchanging. &#...
Posted by Rev Robert Fuller
Rev Robert Fuller 9/20/2009 11:24 AM As for a direct answer to your question I can only impart this: in the hebrew, 1611 KJV of the bible, and many other versions of the modern bible; in Genesis 1: 21-27 its states that God created man in his own image, making them male and female. It also states ...
Posted by Rev. Shelli Schwengler
I Am A Witch In darkest night, in forest deep, In broad daylight, awake, asleep. I am a Witch at every hour, Touching magick, wielding power. I am Goddess, Neverborn; I wear the crescent, wear the horn. I cast the circle, raise the cone And pour the wine when ...
Posted by Rev. Shelli Schwengler
Charge of the God Listen to the words of the Great Father, who of old was called Osiris, Adonis, Zeus, Thor, Pan, Cernunnos, and many other names. My law is Harmony with all things. Mine is the secret that opens the gates of life and Mine is the dist of...
Posted by Rev. Shelli Schwengler
Wind’s Four Quarters CH: Wind’s four quarters, air and fire Earth and water, hear my desire Grant my plea who stand...
Posted by Rev. Shelli Schwengler
Charge of the Goddess Listen to the words of the great Mother, she who of old was also called among men Artemis, Astarte, Athene, Dione, Aphrodite, Cerridwen, Cybele, Isis and by many other names. At her altars the youth of old made due sacrifice. Whenever ye have need...
Posted by Rev. Jennifer Ollice, LMP
Bide within the Law you must, in perfect Love and perfect Trust. Live you must and let to live, fairly take and fairly give. For tread the Circle thrice about to keep unwelcome spirits out. To bind the spell well every time, let the spell be said in rhyme. Light of eye and soft of touch, s...
Posted by Rev.Jose Morejon
I have spent 3 days now with my son in and out of the hospital he is 2 years old and has the H1N1 virus its under control now but yesterday he has 104 fever.I haven't been this scared in my whole life can you please keep in in your prayers so he can get better I need all the help I can get than...
Posted by Rev. Tim Finnemore
I started a new web site, not sure how to promote it other than telling everyone here. It's not just for the My area, of just for Ministers so tell all your friends about it. It's called Speaking IMHO (In My Humble Opinion) www.SpeakingIMHO.com The great part is its not just my opi...
Posted by Rev. John Ferrario
The measure of a man is not what he does in front of people, but what he does when he is alone.
Posted by Reverend Scott J Politano
Sometimes we understand a message when it is simply illustrated….. ...and you question God - 'why me?'.... always look at the bigger picture..... A day without the Lord - Is a day wasted. God is going to shift things around for you today and let things work in ...
Posted by Reverend Scott J Politano
Psalm 23 A psalm of David. 1 The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want. 2 He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, 3 He restores my soul. He guides me in paths of...
Posted by Reverend Larry Goodin
HEY GUYS..MY NAME IS REV. LARRY GOODIN..A LITTLE BACKROUND ..I WAS A MUSICIAN FOR 21 YEARS AND STRUGGLED WITH DRUG AND ALCOHOL ADDICTION .TO THE POINT OF OVERDOSING SO BAD AT TIMES MY HEART WOULD STOP.WAKING UP IN I.C.U. IS NO FUN..FEELING THE GUILT OF THIS DISEASE IS DEVASTATING..AND ITS A DISEASE ...
Posted by Tami Kennedy
There is a huge collection of opinions flying around, as well as many versions of the same truths. Does it matter, in the long run, really.., does it count for something? When it's all said and done, we are all here and doin' it together, aren't we? Maybe that's the magic factor,...
Posted by Seer Ashlamaz
Namaste` I thank you for visiting and would like you to know, that by coming here you have just made your most important Divine Connection/ Appointment. My Father is Sooo proud of you for remaining on course in Truth with His Divine Plan. I couldn't be happier because, well, I've be...
Posted by Rev. Jennifer Ollice, LMP
Lesson 3 Initiation, Self Dedication & Wicca You would already have heard the term "initiation" in lessons 1 & 2. But what exactly does it mean within the context of the Wiccan tradition and how is it applied in the tradition? Traditional "Gardnerian" and "Alexandrian" covens, as well ...
Posted by Rev. Jennifer Ollice, LMP
Lesson 2 - The Origins of Wicca The Origins of Wicca There are many debates about the origins of Wicca. Some say that Gerald Gardner "made it all up" whilst others argue that Gera...
Posted by Rev. Jennifer Ollice, LMP
Lesson 1 What is Wicca? "Wicca encompasses your whole worldview and way of life, and is always there in the way you look at and interact with the world. Wicca is an experiential spiritual system of magick and ceremony that works with the divine as both Goddess and God, and emphasises growt...