curvyredhead---You brought back memories!My 91yr old,mother used that term-Going to hades(Hell)in a handbasket,all of the time,when I was growing up.Thank You for that!I haven't heard that term,in years. Irish
P.S.She will be 92,saturday!

Irish, Glad to bring a smile to ya. I grew up with that saying as well.. must be my Irish roots! Happy Birthday to your mother!!

curvyredhead---Thank You!I never forget her birthday,because it's
the day after mine.I tell her that I didn't get her a present but,
What the Hell,she had me.That's enough. Irish

Catch22,

Later on, following the Reformation, the Protestant sects would exclude portions of the sacred texts from their versions of the Bible that would remain in the Catholic version. These texts are called the "Apocrypha".

The marketing machine is already going. They are selling 'fan stuff'. I wonder where the cash from that goes?

Catch22,

To worthy causes, of course!

There are many great

Historians
Story Tellers
Actors and
Movie Makers

Unfortunately Mr. Gibson doesn't merit a place in any of the categories.

Just my personal view.

Sharni---I agree!Just my $.02.They are now selling costume jewelery,from the movie.Necklace,hung spikes,etc.I don't think,
that they are from the movie makers.It's probably a private corporation,and they get the profits.Actually,I have no idea. Irish

Gentlefolk,

Now, if I could just find a URL where I could download Heavenly Graces…

First off I wanna say what has been said by others in this thread... IT'S A MOVIE. It happens to be a movie about a historical figure that means a lot to me, but it's a movie just the same.

Secondly, To the people in this country that just have to stir up controversy and bring up anti-semitism (maybe we can deter things by claiming that WMD's can be found in this film :rolleyes: ) I have a shocking revelation. Jews are not responsible for the death of Jesus Christ AND, at the risk of being struck by lightning, I can tell you who is...
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God is responsible. Jesus was sent to live (and die) among us because we are sinful beings incapable of living righteously enough to gain entrance into God's Kingdom by our own works. Through his death our sins are forgiven and that was the reason He came to Earth.

I'm going to back away from my desk now so that when the lightning hits my computer might be spared.

Aqua ...

Well thought out ... and well put. Thanks.

Selling roofing nail necklaces. Does not add an air of honour and respect, imho.

Some things are without taste Sharni. It would be like the lotr people selling life size dolls of Orlando, with a penis that glows in the dark.

Gentlefolk,

Mr. Gibson's film made the front page of the local newspaper. It was much up in arms against it.

Catch22,

The life size Orlando doll might fall into the category of "one (wo)man's meat is another's poison".

Jseal,

I think she is ready for shock therapy for sure!

My husband gets a little note from Jeb everyday in the form of a "Family Minute"(a syndicated column I think)~:spin: Ususally they are things like you really should eat dinner with your family, or women like to talk and men like to act so men act like you are listening etc... This was todays:

Governor's Strengthening Families Initiative
presents...
Family Minute with Mark Merrill

Would you risk your career to stand up for what you believe?

Actor Mel Gibson is doing just that. Gibson, a devout Catholic, has produced a
movie about the last twelve hours of Jesus' life. It's called The Passion of the
Christ, and it opens today. Ever since Gibson announced his plans, he has faced
some pretty strong opposition from Hollywood insiders. But he's not backing
down. He says his faith won't let him. No matter how you feel about Mel Gibson's
movie, you have to respect his conviction and determination.

Remember your family first.

© 2004 Mark W. Merrill. All rights reserved.

Lilith---As you know,I practically grew up in the "old"motorcycle
lifestyle.One of the things,most respected(right or wrong)was,if a
person stood up for their convictions & beliefs.Also for their friends
& family! Irish

I agree....this will most likely be the only time I agree with my Governor. I am very curious to see if he still thinks standing up for your convictions and families is important when state workers who have same sex spouses/partners fight for family/spouse insurance coverage.

Lilith---That subject,is just another thing,with religion & politics,
that I'm not even going to touch.On one side,you're right,on the
other you're wrong.You just have to hope & pray,that the "right"
decision is made! Irish

Yep! Right and wrong are sooooo subjective. Not for me to decide who is and isn't right. Unless I'm grading the paper;) Respect and understanding are my goal usually.

Tonight is my date night and I wonder if I can even get in to see the movie. Bet it will be packed!!!!

Lilith,

You are planning to see the film tonight?

Woosh! You are one tough motor scooter! Let us know how it goes.

Good luck!

I will wait a bit.

Who's she??

She is the Queen of Sheba.

Your going to see a religious flick on a date?

Hmmmmmmmm

No I just spent 4 hours in a mediation over whether some crack head parents with lists of battery convictions are willing to go to Domestic Violence therapy....I don't think I can bare to think anymore today:D

Lilith,

Madam, you ARE one tough motor scooter!

Catch22,

For my wife and I, it is not what you do on your date, it is who you do it with.




Good recovery.

I skipped the flick. I heard that people were coming out of the theaters sobbing and visibly disturbed. Not the best night for that, could have led to a complete meltdown:D We ate at a cozy Italian joint and spent the evening prowling B&N instead. You would not believe the healing properties of garlic bread, hand holding, and good reads.

I heard on the news this morning that a lady in Wichita, KS had a heart attack during the climax of the movie.

It made 15-20 million yesterday.

Probably the single most intense film I have ever seen.

Did it leave you thinking or just feeling?

It is a story I already know well, most already know well. But it puts it into your face like never before.

I can't help but think that a film about John the Baptist might see the marketing of commemorative severed heads.

Gentlefolk,

The upped it again. The film was released in more than 3,000 cinemas.