church that will somehow bring us together. I believe a secular approach would be more likely to succeed, based on areas where we share common ground. The deep differences between religions, and between sects within the same religion, make common ground more difficult to find, not easier.

through rough spots, materially and attitudinally.

My belief as a feminist atheist, is that when led by pharisees -- dogma bound and money grubbing leaders -- believers have been the bane of this planet. Still are.

Yet when people can depend on a regular meeting place set up for friendly care, it helps remind them how all humans have more in common than not. No matter our backgrounds, we often need reminding.

the church may not be the best place for ALL to meet to resolve their differences as Cummings suggests in the video. A particular church often is not a welcoming for other sects or religions. I'm not speaking as an atheist. I'm trying to address a real issue with the suggestion that if everybody meets in a church, all differences can be resolved.