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Pastor Calls For National ‘Registry’ to Track Godless Americans

Florida Pastor Proposes National Atheist Registry

Florida Pastor Mike Stahl

Most Americans are familiar with the National Sex Offender Registry, a portal designed to keep Americans informed so that they can protect their children and families. But what about a national registry to track…atheists?

This latter proposal, both controversial and — to some — bizarre, comes from Florida Pastor Mike Stahl. Bloggers and journalists have been buzzing about Stahl’s suggestion that a national database be created to help track non-believers.

Stahl is the self-described pastor of the Church of the Living Water, which apparently exists solely online. While he originally posted his proposal on his personal blog last year, his words are just now beginning to pick up national steam. In describing his views, he wrote:

Brothers and Sisters , I have been seriously considering forming a ( Christian ) grassroots type of organization to be named “The Christian National Registry of Atheists” or something similar . I mean , think about it . There are already National Registrys for convicted sex offenders , ex-convicts , terrorist cells , hate groups like the KKK , skinheads , radical Islamists , etc..

This type of “National Registry” would merely be for information purposes . To inform the public of KNOWN ( i.e., self-admitted) atheists..

Stahl’s main goals in creating the atheist “offender” list would be to “inform” the public, to expose “admitted atheists” and to “begin to witness to them” in an effort to steer them away from their non-belief. He continues:

Now , many (especially the atheists ) , may ask “Why do this , what’s the purpose ?” Duhhh , Mr. Atheist , for the same purpose many States put the names and photos of convicted sex offenders and other ex-felons on the I-Net – to INFORM the public ! I mean , in the City of Miramar , Florida , where I live , the population is approx. 109,000 . My family and I would sure like to know how many of those 109,000 are ADMITTED atheists ! Perhaps we may actually know some . In which case we could begin to witness to them and warn them of the dangers of atheism .

Stahl has obviously drawn the ire of atheists and critics who stand appalled at the fact that he has equated non-believers with radicals, murderers and racists. Law professor Jonathan Turley, dismayed at the prospect, responded with the following:

It is a fascinating glimpse into the mind of intolerance. It is particularly interesting to see Stahl talking about hate groups in the midst of an intolerant proposal like a national registry.

Of course, reactions have been interesting to observe. One blogger makes the assumption that Stahl’s views are mainstream among Christians (a fact many believers would dispute). Hemant Mehta, also known as “The Friendly Atheist,” explains his theories:

You know, there’s a reason so many atheists are afraid of coming out publicly and it’s because Christians like Stahl treat us as targets. I know a lot of Christians want you to think he’s a crazy extremists who doesn’t represent the faith, but most of what he says isn’t unusual — a *lot* of evangelical churches follow some form of his suggestions already; they’re just not as blunt about it.

Like when they teach members how to proselytize to non-Christians. (I wouldn’t be surprised if they had specific atheists in mind during lessons.) There’s no attempt to befriend us or actually understand where we’re coming from — it’s only about converting us at all costs. Just because they don’t have an “official” list of atheists doesn’t mean they’re not acting on an imaginary one.

As a result of the negative response Stahl has received from atheists and their supporters, his blog has been made private. Also, it appears his Facebook page was deleted. Despite these efforts, his words continue to spread.

Judging from his retreat, it looks like he won’t be creating that registry after all.

(h/t Jonathan Turley)

Comments (259)

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  • JUSTANOTHEROPINION
    Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:27pm

    I’m a Christian, may God forgive me, but, what an idiot.

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    • RightUnite
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:28pm

      Amen!

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    • Uncurable wound
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:36pm

      Dont you know about the bird?
      Everybody knows the bird is the word!!!

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    • jmanuola
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:40pm

      If he were really a Christian, he would never even consider such a thing.

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    • Lumen
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:45pm

      All his problems and ambitions can be fixed with one word. Missionaries. Learn how and use it. Dont make fail lists cause it will lead to harassment which in turn will lead to less people wanting to convert.

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    • Chr1st14n
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:45pm

      …..frankly there are some things the blaze puts up as news that just doesn’t deserve the attention

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    • ProbIemSoIver
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:46pm

      As an Atheist, I will acquiesce as long as we can monitor Christians.
      Especially the loony, radical ones.

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    • Sleazy Hippo
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:50pm

      The Church of the Living Water is already on my non-Christian Cult List.

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    • Servant Of YHVH
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 4:03pm

      I also agree justanotheropinion! I thinking that maybe someone should start a National Registry of People Who Don’t Use Their Brains.

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    • A Extremist
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 4:18pm

      This guy is in the wrong business. He would make a great Muslim.

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    • Thomas
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 4:30pm

      Where the Spirit of the Lord is there is liberty. This guy has nothing to do with God. We need to give and receive freedom and that is what we should seek. God gave you the right not to seek him and even the right not to believe in Him.

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    • JRook
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 4:36pm

      Good reminder there are extremists in every religion and they all are dangerous and should be excommunicated by the faithful.

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    • JRook
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 4:37pm

      Of course giving him his 15 min. of fame here will probably result in him gaining members to his church and thus money. Many times actions have unintended consequences.

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    • jzs
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 4:44pm

      Let’s not pretend. He’s a real Christian, a profoundly devout Christian, a devotee of Christ and a servant of God. Just as extremist Muslims represent all 1 billion members of the Muslim of religion (20% of the world’s population), this man is an iconic Christian, one who represents all of Christians. Because he declares his opinions in the name of the Christian God you have to believe he represents Christians the world over.

      If you say he doesn’t speak for all Christians you are a fool. That‘s like saying an Islamic terrorist doesn’t speak for all members of the religion of Islam.

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    • crazedbanshee
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 4:53pm

      The Blaze is genius!!! Those of you mocking them for posting this story, as not being news worthy, need to stop and think a little. Much of the opposition on the left is about extremism caused by people of faith, they cite things like the Inquisition. This stories shows how wrong they are. People of faith vehemently fight against tyranny no matter the end.

      Thank you genius Blaze writers for giving this a national spotlight!

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    • Chuck Stein
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 4:55pm

      Congratz, Blaze, you have done it again — given free publicity to a publicity-seeking idiot.

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    • ShyLow
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 4:55pm

      No need to go hating on atheist just because God will not reveal himself to them…God started speaking to me in Feb.2000…He set up a web of strategically placed coincedences to show evidence of his existence…God has too much fun pitting brother against brother,nation against nation,and religion against religion…He should just reveal himself to everyone as he has revealed himself to me…Or just kill me…I’m so tired of his sick twisted game of hide and seek…It is God’s responsibility to show his exsistence,no one elses

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    • Meyvn
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 5:06pm

      Christian here also… A bad idea.

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    • Meyvn
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 5:11pm

      @JZS:

      A terrorist doesn’t speak for all members of the religion of Islam. The problem is that the rest of Islam doesn’t speak out against the terrorists, as we Christian‘s here have spoken out against this man’s idea. You seem to get confused easily.

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    • KickinBack
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 5:12pm

      The pastor sounds about as christian as the westboro baptist church.

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    • avenger
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 5:12pm

      I think this guy is a progressive plant to cause turmoil…

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    • TXPilot
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 5:21pm

      Well, while I think this is a truly moronic and scary idea, despite my being a Christian, I guess if you are going to do it, then do it right……start at the top of the food chain with Obama and work your way down. Lots of “godless” people to be found in Washington these days.

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    • grannyjojo
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 5:27pm

      Amen! I‘m thinking this guy’s line of thinking is a littttle, no make it a lottttt off base. We don’t need a Christian registry, we don’t need an atheist registry, what we DO NEED is the love of the Lord to guide us in all aspects of our lives. The REGISTRY has already been done anyway, its called THE BOOK OF LIFE and God has taken care of that. If your name is not written in His book then you are lost. Its the ONLY registry I need, want, care about and have MY name in! “Every knee will bow and every tongue confess”

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    • JRook
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 6:09pm

      @crazedbanshee If that was the purpose it was chosen for precisely that purpose. I gave them the benefit of the doubt as I didn’t think they were that transparent or obvious.

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    • Uncle Sammy
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 7:00pm

      x2. What a dope

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    • hidden_lion
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 8:07pm

      Another communist heretic pretending to be christian. It proves a little bit of heresy spread out over a few centuries and you end up with something that is completely opposite of the true gospel.

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    • loriann12
      Posted on September 2, 2011 at 6:28am

      @Sleazy Hippo

      Yep, looks like they’ll let anyone be a pastor and claim to be Christian. I‘m against it because I wouldn’t want them to make a Christian register, or a Catholic register, whatever. We’re about freedom to practice, and believe me, atheism is just as much a religion as any other. They have the right to not believe what they want to. I don‘t cram Christianity down anyone’s throat, and as long as they don’t try to cram atheism down my throat, I don’t care what they believe, who or where they are.

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    • DTOM_Jericho (Creator vindicator)
      Posted on September 2, 2011 at 10:32am

      “If he were really a Christian, he would never even consider such a thing.”

      That’s not true. In fact it’s prophecy. Mark of the beast stuff. The mark of the beast is pagan/roman/christian “holy days” instead of His. Keep enjoying xmas, easter, lent, etc.

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    • dr_funk
      Posted on September 2, 2011 at 2:03pm

      How about NOPE! There’s absolutely no reason to create a national registry of anyone but convicted felons and terrorists. And even convicted felons who have served their time deserve some privacy.

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    • limitfree
      Posted on September 2, 2011 at 6:13pm

      And i just thank God for the US Constitution, the first amendment of the bill of rights, and YES, the separation of church and state. This man is a prime example of why, in America, pastors, priests and other “religious leaders” have NO legal or civil authority over anyone other than that which is given voluntarily to them by their fellow believers. America is NOT about religion, it’s about FREEDOM of religion. In America all faiths, are equal in the eyes of the law. The Church, any church, can excommunicate me from their ranks, but that is ALL they can do. No pastor, reverend, priest or pope and have me executed or even jailed for my “sins”. In America i can only be prosecuted under the RULE OF LAW. And that is only the law that passes muster under the constitution….God bless America.

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    • Tim Law
      Posted on September 2, 2011 at 11:18pm

      I’m at a loss for words! Let’s just say I did think it is a good Christian idea. On the bright side this false teacher is easy to spot.

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  • Captain Crunch
    Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:27pm

    I think we need a national registry for me. I’d be famous and the only one on it.

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    • SlimnRanger
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 5:00pm

      A@ JZS,you are very very strange

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    • Captain Crunch
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 5:04pm

      I don’t think this man thought things through before saying that. Most of us don’t believe that way about athiests. Athiests are probably plotting revenge in the same way.

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    • Old Truckers
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 5:30pm

      This is just another stupid behavior story coming out of….Florida.

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    • Dinkiecb
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 6:18pm

      Well I‘m on my list and I’m the only one on it .. does that make me more special than YOU??

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    • bioengineer
      Posted on September 4, 2011 at 3:32pm

      Isn’t there already a list of registered Democrats?

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  • IMCHRISTIAN
    Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:25pm

    The Christian church’s need to watch over their own flock first and study why more and more children are not attending Services .If more attended (parents and children) there would be fewer atheist. A lot of it is probably because the families are to lazy to take their children. What a different world it would be if the parents of the children of the 60′s had paid more attention to them. So we do not need such a ridiculous registry. God bless.

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    • Solzhenitsin
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:40pm

      A recent study showed that churched kids who attend public school are more likely to leave the faith when they leave their parent’s home. Correlation doesn‘t prove causality and I’d love to know what variables account for the number of those who stay Christian. Did they control for amount of one-on-one parental time, family devotions, whether there is a dinner hour, how much and what sort of television are they allowed to watch, social networking habits, etc.

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    • Walkabout
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 4:01pm

      Solzhenitsin

      Those are all good points.

      They are things that are not considered in a summary statistic.

      A 6 sigma technique is to ask Why 5 times.

      TO ask why only once and you could delude yourself.

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    • LibertarianForLife
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 4:08pm

      Or maybe its because your nonsensical religion is ridiculous AT BEST. No one in their right mind could believe such trash, and thats why Atheism has doubled in the past 8 years.

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    • NeoFan
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 10:56pm

      I think the number one reason people leave the faith is hypocrisy. They see people teaching one thing and doing another. Parents are notorious for this. If you are not a living example for your kids then good luck getting them to believe anything your trying to teach them.
      I once saw a father in a restaurant trying to teach his daughter manners just by telling her to say thank you to the waitress. During the same period he never once said please or thank you to the waitress. Kids want to be just like their parents when they are little. And many of them end up as religious hypocrites just like their parents.
      Many religions teach that Christianity is just a belief with absolutely no actions or behavior necessary. So how do you believe in being a good parent by not being one?

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    • His Shadow
      Posted on September 4, 2011 at 5:48pm

      “.If more attended (parents and children) there would be fewer atheist”

      One of the quickest ways to ensure someone eventually abandons gods is to constantly expose them to the myths and delusions of religion, then watch as they find said myths and delusions incompatible with reality.

      It’s so confusing to watch people laud the eventual abandonment of belief in Santa Claus as the sign of a healthy mind, yet go completely bonkers when the same children realize that gods are no more real than the Easter Bunny or the Tooth Fairy.

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  • db321
    Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:25pm

    God knows who they are. He even has prepared a special place to spend eternity for those that don’t believe.

    Atheist – they spend every waking hour of everyday trying to prove that something that they don‘t believe in doesn’t exist.

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    • American Soldier (Separated)
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 4:31pm

      I don’t know what Atheists you know, but I don’t spend any time at all during the day thinking about whether or no he exist. There’s more important things to my day to day than that.

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    • Captain Crunch
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 5:17pm

      @American Soldier

      Yea but your missing the most important one. The man who paid the price for your evil deeds that He saw you do. He can help your unbelief. It’s odd how faith works event through confessed doubt.

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  • tangonine
    Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:24pm

    he’s an idiot. Nothing to see here.

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  • FEMALL
    Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:19pm

    …and let’s make a list of pastors and their parishioners who subscribe to this idea. Oh, wait….Nazi Germany already did that. I should know….

    O=US screwed

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  • mrfunn
    Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:19pm

    Good luck

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  • eddie333
    Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:18pm

    Nope, terrible idea. God has the names of His people recorded in the book of life, and that is the only record needed.

    Recall the Golden Rule: Do unto others as you would have them do unto you,

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    • Weiners Wiener
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:29pm

      You phony. ‘Do unto others’? That is EXACTLY why he’s doing this. Read his quotes! Christians are branded as bigoted, intoleratant, ignorant, racist, etc. ALL THE TIME. This man is playing their game by now singling out atheists, and I think it’s brilliant. You? Not so much.

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    • Walkabout
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 4:04pm

      Hugo Chaves made a list of the 50,000 or so Jews in Caracas or Venezuela. Actually is thugs stole the list form a synagogue.

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    • Bearfoot
      Posted on September 2, 2011 at 1:11am

      Everybody is on a list of one kind or other.

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    • jgsr
      Posted on September 2, 2011 at 1:57am

      you’re confused EDDIE,
      For either the “convert or die” muslims, and the “convert or get listed” Christians, it is actually
      “Do unto others before they can do unto you”
      Why is how another person views, or chooses not to view a deity, anybody’s business but theirs?
      I have many relatives that stay perpetually perplexed about why Christians are always being criticized for their “radical” convictions….and when I point to an obvious idiot like this Running Tap Water self-appointed minister, they all, each and every one, dismiss him as someone that is just a little strange and shouldn’t be seen as a threat to anyone…is just shocking to me for the blind hypocrisy….they consider a muslim “convert or die” individual as the spawn of the devil/epitome of evil, not-fully human individual…but the Running Tap Water idiot is just a “little different”…kinda “quirky” you know.
      I’m 100% in favor of misdemeanor for 1st offense law against PDRs…..similar to Public Displays of Affection…PDAs
      Have “sex’ or have “religion” inside your homes, segregated meeting places, but not in public, not in the workplace, Sex and religion are personal choices, and I believe people have the right to choose to do either…but respect the rights of others to not force them to have to be a spectator for either activity….many sound a bit crude, but turn your head to vomit if you need to, and don’t splatter me with it. Show respect for MY rights to not feel as impassioned a

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  • This_Individual
    Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:17pm

    You sir, are no different from the totalitarianists who would burn our contitution.

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    • Solidspine
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 4:11pm

      Try a dictionary

      Oh I bet you went to California public schools

      In the rest of the country its

      Constitution

      And

      totalitarianism

      oh well burn it anyway

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    • This_Individual
      Posted on September 2, 2011 at 12:21pm

      Blame it on multi-tasking, my moronic friend. Keep watching those planes fly over head.

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    • This_Individual
      Posted on September 2, 2011 at 12:38pm

      Since you’re interested; Private school, and I make six figures.

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  • MARCH4HIM
    Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:17pm

    Its comming and its called “THE MARK OF THE BEAST” ….

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    • MARCH4HIM
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:47pm

      ANTI-CHRIST .. you know ! ! causes all big and small to take the mark ..
      not sure if that came across wrong ?

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  • dorightfearnothing
    Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:16pm

    Oh, thats a good one…..

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  • Islesfordian
    Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:15pm

    Senility comes in all forms.

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  • Walkabout
    Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:15pm

    WTF. That is just wrong.

    Doing something like connect the Networks. To know who are the leaders, their writings, and speeches on their anti-religion jihad, is not only legal but necessary. You can get those from open sources.
    Some of them have been espousing locking up religious people for reprogramming.

    I think Mr Stahl has looked into the abyss too long. He even sounds like an atheist now.

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  • Kerri g
    Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:13pm

    Are you kidding me? This pastor needs to go back to semenary and learn what a christian is. Then read the Constitution and Bill of Rights and learn what an American is. God does not want people FORCE FED.

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  • lblackmore
    Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:12pm

    Thats just a stupid idea on all fronts. And to the atheist out there if its not alright for me to preach and try to convert you back to god why is it all right for you to take god out of mine?

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    • chazman
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:16pm

      … he’s the pastor where? The Church of the Criminally Insane Water Moccasins?

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    • thegreatcarnac
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:22pm

      LOL….”criminally insane water moccasins…”

      I think I have been at the church once…it was scary…and water moccasins cannot sing worth a d@mn.

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    • Nick84
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:55pm

      Take god out of your what?

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    • American Soldier (Separated)
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 4:43pm

      When have I, or any other Atheist, been into your home and demand all your godly artifacts? Nope, never happened, huh?

      When have Atheist ever taken god away from you, personally? I know, you’ll bring up how some Atheist groups petition to have religion taken out of public places, court houses, etc, but those are PUBLIC areas, not private. Atheists pay taxes too, ya know. Nothing, for anything group, should be spent by tax payer dollars, period. It’s not my fault that the end result is perfect for us Atheists/Agnostics.

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  • thegreatcarnac
    Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:10pm

    I am for it. Let’s see how the left and the Anti-Christians like being tracked and outed.

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    • American Soldier (Separated)
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 4:44pm

      First they came for the Atheist, I said nothing because I wasn’t an Atheist….

      …..then they came for me and there was no one left to speak out for you.

      Perfect mentality you’ve got there buddy.

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    • macpappy
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 9:28pm

      Have at it pal, you might not like the response you get. You see, us realist realize that those that mean us harm will come in many forms, where it be radical muslums, radical liberals, radical Christains, or just the flash mob moving down the street.
      Either way, I for one am sitting on my porch, waiting for one of you Godly folks to raise his hand, in violence. I and those that will not be herded will smite you like no God you have ever known.

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    • readyourbibleifyousayyourachristian
      Posted on September 6, 2011 at 5:51am

      hey soldier, first let me say thank you for your service. as a bible only non-churchgoing christian (for all the reasons everyone here has posted, and there is a part in the bible that backs me up as a believer who hates denominationalism. thats as much preaching as your gonna hear from me. its your choice to hear it or not and i don’t speak it unless asked about it.) the same notion croossed my mind when i read this insane idea but i couldn’t remember the quote. you are absolutely right. it’s scary to think that this could gain momentum with extremists (yes i acknowledge there are in christianity. you only need to look at history to see the most atrocious examples)

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  • TX_45_ACP
    Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:09pm

    This guy is bizarre and on the fringe. The IRS already tracks us anyway. On to the next story. :)

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    • Solzhenitsin
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:48pm

      “On the fringe” is an understatement. He has an “online church” no one has ever heard of – who holds him accountible? Who ordained him? Could he even get ordained? He‘s like the two nutballs who thought that bombing the Dome of the Rock in Jerusalem on New Year’s Eve 1999 would bring about the return of Christ. Ever since their warped theology hit the news, critics of the faithful tell us that we all believe this and that it shapes our reasons to support Israel (cuckoo)! The blogger sited above is a perfect example of atheist paranoia which takes one nutcase as proof of their worst fears and encourages others to run with it.

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    • Walkabout
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 4:02pm

      Solzhenitsin
      Another good point

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    • readyourbibleifyousayyourachristian
      Posted on September 6, 2011 at 6:02am

      Solzhenitsin, not all religions require ordination. i agree with most of what your saying, but you can’t blame atheists for feeling the way they do. the truth is they do get targeted by over zealous christians who refuse to recognize their right not to believe, which action jesus counselled against. i’m very strong in my belief in what the bible teaches but, i‘m constantly bombarded by denominations who believe i must not be saved because i don’t attend church (theirs specifically). this happens with all denominations, and i usually wind up preaching to them in response, using the bible to back my words, of course.

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  • undercover
    Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:09pm

    Here’s the problem with blogging – people take ONE isolated idiot seriously!

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  • glittersky
    Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:09pm

    I believe in witnessing to the lost as well, but putting anyone on a list based on religion, or lack thereof, is Nazi and Commie like. Not in America!!

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    • vennoye
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:58pm

      “Stahl is the self-described pastor of the Church of the Living Water, which apparently exists solely online.”
      Ya know, anyone can call themselves a pastor and start their own church….any of you….if that is your thing. Doesn’t mean you are one to be taken seriously!!

      Remember the story about: Welcome to the Church of the Flying Spaghetti Monster.

      Give this person the consideration he deserves……………..given he has a church of ONE!

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  • spirited
    Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:08pm

    “a *lot* of evangelical churches follow some form of his suggestions already” -Hemant Mehta

    Hey–, Mr. Friendly Atheist,

    >Kindly provide names and proof of “a lot”.

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  • encinom
    Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:08pm

    Would this sham of a Pastor have atheists sow symbols into their clothing also, maybe send them off to a special camp to think and reflect, a quiet place to concentrate, a concentration camp.

    This only proves of close to facism and nazism the extreme “christian” right is.

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    • TX_45_ACP
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:27pm

      The camps are ready and waiting ot receive citizens: http://www.mindfully.org/Reform/2004/FEMA-Concentration-Camps3sep04.htm#1

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    • Anonymous T. Irrelevant
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:30pm

      @ENCINOM
      Leave it to you to group us all in with a lone person, but then that’s the nature of a progressive. To color and label people.

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    • 4truth2all
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:53pm

      Yo Encinom:
      No, it does not prove that at all.
      He isn’t getting that from God. So if someone who adheres to Gods Word is on the right,
      then he ain’t right.
      Seems to me you just keep hearing all that’s wrong!

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    • Solzhenitsin
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:54pm

      One swallow doesn’t make a summer. Try being reasonable for once.

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    • drago
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:56pm

      encinom, i thought i told you to stfu boy!

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    • Walkabout
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 4:08pm

      Hey Encino CA. Nice of you to join us.

      Mussolini was anti-clerical like his father. -wiki

      Now what BS were you trying to sell?

      BTW where is your friend or alter ego Monicne?

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    • Bearfoot
      Posted on September 2, 2011 at 1:17am

      Just because a man says he is a Christian does not necessarily make it so.
      There are many wolves in sheep clothing.

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  • Snowleopard {gallery of cat folks}
    Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:07pm

    Get real, this will not happen as it is a clear violation of the freedom of expression and freedom of religious practice (or the non practice if one choses.)

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    • db321
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:32pm

      Funny how Atheist want to proclaim their God Given Rights that is written in Constitution when they need protection. Don’t worry its not the Church you should be fearing.

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    • American Soldier (Separated)
      Posted on September 1, 2011 at 4:50pm

      The founders were not stupid men and put a great deal of time into the Constitution. They selected the word “Creator” for a reason. Who created me? Well, technically my parents…. who created them? I can believe in a force of some sort. Somewhere out there, perhaps. Could he be considered a God? Sure. But Gods can be misinterpreted by uninformed people. Maybe aliens created our solar system and our planet, even go as far as planted the seeds of life on this planet. Aliens could be our creator. Guess what though, I don‘t know the answer to this question and I’m not willing to jump into the bandwagon to play on the safe side and avoid hell.

      Honestly, what kind of God would do that? Punish you just because you don’t believe in him? Doesn‘t matter how good of a person you are or the good you’ve done in this world, none of it matters. As long as you repent your sins, you’re golden! You’ll be up there in heaven having dinner dates with Jeffrey Dahmer in no time!

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    • readyourbibleifyousayyourachristian
      Posted on September 6, 2011 at 6:12am

      soldier (ok maybe one) there actually is a part in the bible that looks after people like what your describing. they are referred to as a law unto themselves, if it is their nature to live as god wants them too, even though they don‘t know and don’t believe. christians rely on grace, but those who follow law (like jews and those naturally good non-believers) aren’t necessarily doomed. those who choose the law must follow it completely. that is a point often misrepresented. i just wanted to clear that up for you and any christian who missed that part.

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  • cemerius
    Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:07pm

    One wrod for this guy! KOOK!

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  • Scrubpuppy
    Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:07pm

    We live in interesting times.

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  • kentuckypatriot
    Posted on September 1, 2011 at 3:06pm

    Sorry Pastor, I think your idea is idiotic. Why should we worry about the Atheists? They don’t care about us Christians. Furthermore, you will never be able to show them the way. The blind only sees darkness.

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