And I wasn’t even offended! I was running with a few of my soldiers in the morning ‘PT’ session, just before sunrise. Our paths happened to cross and he instinctively said “God bless you” as he passed (or something very similar). I hardly noticed it. I had forgotten about it by the time I received …
Tag Archive: SGT Griffith
Jan 27 2012
SGT Nicholson and wife get atheist tattoos
Kelly sent me this picture: My husband (SGT Nicholson) and I in Texas while he was stationed at Goodfellow. These are the tattoos we got together. Think you’ll appreciate them. Don’t mind the drunk guy in the background. Awesome! I’ve written previously about military atheists getting tattoos. You might want to check out the story …
Dec 16 2011
The atheist Marine Corps recruit that fought the NO-REL-PREF and won!
I needed a bit of good news. I’m sure many of you are of the same mind. Readers may recall a short burst of posts about people being screwed over with NO-REL-PREF on their records at the first stop in their military career. It started with a Marine Corps recruit who was very adamant about …
Aug 09 2011
Local groups like MASH are the way forward for permanent change
Military Atheists & Secular Humanists have been absolutely kicking ass at Fort Bragg. This is despite still being officially banned from meeting on post by Army regulations.
Jul 27 2011
My first act as Military Director of American Atheists
I was just appointed the Military Director of American Atheists, Inc. I’m extremely proud and grateful for the opportunity to ‘play in the big leagues’. Alas, I must start out with a bang: The death of “No atheists in foxholes”.
Jul 22 2011
My ‘Atheist / Flying Spaghetti Monster’ military dog tags
My dog tags are now featured on the Flying Spaghetti Monster Wikipedia entry. I have some funny stories about FSM and the Army, including a priceless exchange with a Drill Sergeant.
Jun 30 2011
There are no atheists in foxholes in sandstorms.
“There are no atheists in foxholes… in sandstorms.”
Too smart for that shit.
Jun 02 2011
Brave Army Captain On the Dangers of Fighting Proselytism
In case the reader is unaware, simply speaking out and standing up for what is right when it comes to religion is extremely tough at the local unit level. Speaking out at the national level is exponentially more difficult, but is simply not a path that most people can take. This letter also illustrates that even just enforcing existing rules, regulations, and laws can be hazardous to your career. The author has clearly made tough choices, and at great risk to his own professional development.
Apr 20 2011
Rock Beyond Belief Has Officially Resubmitted With Fort Bragg
It’s official – last night, we resubmitted our packet to Fort Bragg for an autumn date. Yesterday, I visited Fort Bragg’s Morale Welfare and Recreation (MWR) office that was assigned to support our first attempt. Later, we officially resubmitted Rock Beyond Belief’s packet. I even brought my daughter, Zoe Madalyn Griffith (2 months old now!) …
Apr 08 2011
First Official Rock Beyond Belief Trailer Released
YouTube’s themanofearth put together this amazing video for us in HD. My friend Adam (themanofearth – you should definitely subscribe to his channel) put together this awesome video for us. The audio comes with the help of The Skeptic Hour podcast – an up and comer in the scene. The high quality microphone I was …
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Free Thought | Free Festival
The free festival on Fort Bragg's Main Post Parade Field was a massive success! Expect updates, highlights, and other footage over the next few months.
UPDATE: A second festival is in the works for Camp Pendleton - a large Marine Corps base near San Diego, CA. Summer 2013
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