Religious right shows hypocrisy

By Letter to the Editor on February 26, 2021.

“It’s an ill wind that blows nobody any good.” As we trudge our way through this pandemic, I try my best to find some good amongst all the negative daily news.
So, what good could I possibly see from this chaos?
Well, I like to learn new things by observing and analyzing other fellow human beings.
Here is what I noticed: Most people here in Alberta follow rules, care for each other and are great human beings.
Having said that, there are individuals and groups of people that are selfish, ignorant and just plain nasty.
One of those groups was a big surprise to me. I’m speaking of some of the so-called religious right Christian groups that act like they are the “special” chosen ones and the rest of us not following their chosen path are heathens and not worthy of living.
My opinion? You are the biggest bunch of hypocrites that ever took up space on this planet.
You have proven to me as an Agnostic that even if I found God and followed in the footsteps of Jesus, I would never step foot inside your places of worship with the fear of a lightning bolt from the heavens striking me dead on the spot.
You claim you follow the teachings of Christ and yet, having read the new Testament, your actions are totally contrary to what His actions would be if Jesus was here in Alberta today.
Doug Cameron
Lethbridge