A couple weeks ago, we heard an interesting sermon in church about the difference between faith and religion. And I would have to agree-- true Christianity is about faith, not the rituals that define a typical religion. But that is for another, more serious discussion.
Now, I have a confession to make: I may have my faith, but I also belong to a bona fide religion with its stringent sets of rules, the breaking of which would cause a member to be booted in shame and disgrace.
It doesn't have a name yet. It consists of a few core tenets, such as:
1. Thou shalt not run for the sake of running
2. Thou shalt not hike
3. Thou shalt not keep cats as pets, for they are the devil incarnate
Our religion enables us to provide a simple answer when people ask us if we run or hike. We merely say "No, it's against our religion". Interestingly enough, we've actually garnered a few followers using this method! Hey, everyone is welcome! All that we ask is that you adhere to the core tenets and all is well :-)
Now, just as many other religions out there, we're starting to feel a potential schism. It runs mainly along the lines of food. For example, I firmly believe that to mix mint with anything else (like chocolate!) is a desecration of all that is holy and mintly. Mint must be enjoyed in its pure and unadulterated form! Allan, however, dares to defile it by eating it with chocolate and other sweet goods. Sacrilege!!
Anyway... shaky as the side rules may be, we're still holding strong on the core guidelines.
But in the interest of uniquely identifying ourselves amongst the hordes of other cults and religions out there, we need a name. One friend has dubbed herself a follower of "Allan and Helly's religion". (She found it handy to throw at her husband when he invited her to go hiking with him). It's descriptive, but a bit generic and a bit long.
So... any ideas? What should we call ourselves?
I've gotta go with Allan on this one... mmm mint chocolate chip ice cream :D
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Heathen!!
hehe I think this is a religion I could stand behind!
ReplyDeleteI can't think of a snappy name, but I feel like whatever it is, it needs to take advantage of "hell" being in your name!
I am giggling so hard...me with my mint truffle Hersheys kisses over here!!
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ReplyDeleteSo last night I met many new people while caroling, and one older gentleman was trying to figure out my name when I introduced myself. I finally explained "just like Kelly, but with an H". He digested it for a moment, and then replied: "Good thing there's a Y at the end of it!"
:-P