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I too winced when I read the comment about DYFS, even if it was born out
of frustration and meant as a joke.  

But likewise, I cringed at the comparison of presenting religious dogma
to presenting art (I believe Jeannine is referring to "Piss Christ", a
controversial photograph by Andres Serrano).  If this is a religious
debate rather than a scientific one, bringing up art is off the point.
Art's job is to ask questions, while both Science and Religion are about
answers.

Kate Long
California Science Center

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I'm not sure why the comment about people raising their children to
"fear the Lord" concerns you. In this case "fear the Lord" generally
translates as "respect the Lord." The world can do with a bit more
respect all around. 
 
I wish people responding on this message board didn't always assume that
everyone who is a part of ASTC rejects Christianity. I wish that my
colleagues in the museum field didn't feel that people who teach their
children creationism should be reported to the DYFS--but have no problem
supporting alternative art that involves feces and the Madonna. I think
that one comment I do agree with from Mr. Sharp is that "Creation isn't
a scientific debate, it's a religious one." Some Christians reject
evolution entirely. Some Christians have no trouble reconciling
scientific dating, evolution, and the Bible. If you want to really have
a good solid scientific discussion about evolution and creation, you
ought to check out Dr. Ben Carson on the subject.
 
Frankly, I generally wince and stay quiet when this subject comes up.
Much of the creation science is weak and distorted...but I also find the
evolution science lacking in objectivity as well. This is an emotional
issue where people are generally trying to justify positions they
already have without rationally examining the evidence on both sides.
The fact is that Christianity doesn't hinge on creationism vs evolution.
The truth is probably somewhere between the two extremes. But please
don't say that I should be reported to social services because I believe
in God.
 
Jeannine Finton
Education Consultant
 
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