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The God Squad
The God Squad is not your average advice column. Rabbi Marc Gellman employs his years of religious and philosophical study and experience to answer reader questions on topical and spiritual issues, from interfaith marriage to news events. He also draws on the expertise of numerous advisors to offer authentic insights on the rich palette of faiths in America. Gellman writes in a lively, non-preachy style that speaks directly to readers. Special holiday messages.
The God Squad Samples
Don't Be Ashamed of Your Grief Over the Loss of a Beloved Pet
Q: I look forward to reading your column every week. I lost my four-legged soulmate in August 2009, and I'm having a very hard time dealing with his loss. I get the feeling people think I'm nuts for loving my dog the way I did.
It's God's Job, Not Ours, to Dispense Tickets to Salvation
Q: In a previous answer to a question, you advised a reader who was being "witnessed to" at work. Jesus said, "I am the way and the truth and the life. A: I appreciate the power of your faith. --I can't believe Gandhi is rotting in hell.
It's God's Job, Not Ours, to Dispense Tickets to Salvation
Q: In a previous answer to a question, you advised a reader who was being "witnessed to" at work. Jesus said, "I am the way and the truth and the life. A: I appreciate the power of your faith. --I can't believe Gandhi is rotting in hell.
Catastrophology: God and Haiti
I've received so many letters and queries about God and evil following the earthquake in Haiti that I thought it best to address them all at once. Our response must begin with helping meet the immediate needs of Haiti's suffering people.
Dear X: Please Take Me Off Your Porn Mailing List!
Along with many people who've obtained my email address, a certain man I know has begun forwarding to me articles, cartoons and jokes he finds amusing and insightful, and thinks I will enjoy, as well.
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