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AVGWarhawk 09-26-13 11:49 AM

But truly, the tax code is awful. It is about to get worse.

Armistead 09-26-13 02:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Neal Stevens (Post 2119482)
Well, the income for churches is derived mainly from individuals who have already paid taxes on it.



I really don't have a problem with incomes being non taxable in churches, but they should pay all other taxes. My taxes shouldn't go to funding services to organizations that don't pay property taxes.

Religion has become big business, become a preacher, start a church and scam away and not worry about the IRS like the rest of us.

nikimcbee 09-26-13 03:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Neal Stevens (Post 2119482)
Well, the income for churches is derived mainly from individuals who have already paid taxes on it.

As a subsim cult member, I think Neal should count all of this as a religion. One hellavu tax right off. He's already Texas based, so it's all good.

I don't know how we'll accommodate Skybird though.:hmmm:

I've read the first and second Book of Neal.

:hmmm:

nikimcbee 09-26-13 03:53 PM

All the best cults are in Texas anyway.:woot:

Madox58 09-26-13 03:55 PM

I'm gonna go religious!!!
http://www.themonastery.org/ordination-form

:har:

Should look good on my resume.

nikimcbee 09-26-13 04:06 PM

First Book of Neal Ch VII

And low, the Master fed the masses of people, Texas BBQ and banana pudding, and all sorts of various drinks.

And the Buna of the Shire cried, Master when comest the next installment of the Silent hunter series?

And the Master spoke; "in the end times, four score and three fortnights after the grand coming of the Raiders superbowl victory, a messenger from the heavens will appear in the form of a ferret and reveal what thou sleekest."

And the people spoke "WTF?"

Neal wept.

Madox58 09-26-13 04:11 PM

What about the part where Neal's tears were captured in a holy chalice and used to wash the sacred USS Cavalla that it may transport the holiest of the holy to ever lasting under sea goodness?
:o

nikimcbee 09-26-13 04:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by privateer (Post 2119594)
What about the part where Neal's tears were captured in a holy chalice and used to wash the sacred USS Cavalla that it may transport the holiest of the holy to ever lasting under sea goodness?
:o

You mean the Holy Virgin of the hot Gaidos waitress?

nikimcbee 09-26-13 04:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by privateer (Post 2119594)
What about the part where Neal's tears were captured in a holy chalice and used to wash the sacred USS Cavalla that it may transport the holiest of the holy to ever lasting under sea goodness?
:o

Then there's the Holy Icon of Los tres amigos del GWX.
http://i198.photobucket.com/albums/a...sim2008027.jpg

Madox58 09-26-13 04:41 PM

What chapter was the raiseing of the dead?
http://i108.photobucket.com/albums/n...keelhauled.jpg
And Neal said "Let him be not keelhauled as he dothith good stuff."
:D

nikimcbee 09-26-13 04:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by privateer (Post 2119606)
What chapter was the raiseing of the dead?
http://i108.photobucket.com/albums/n...keelhauled.jpg
And Neal said "Let him be not keelhauled as he dothith good stuff."
:D

I'm having a hard time finding the photo of the Aussie Lazarus.:hmmm:

Madox58 09-26-13 05:29 PM

I am now a legally ordained Minister.
:D

"Congratulations! You are now legally ordained for life, though you may relinquish your credentials at any time. AS OF Thursday the 26th of September 2013 YOU HAVE BECOME A MEMBER OF THE PRESTIGIOUS CLERGY. You have earned a title worthy of admiration and respect.

Let it be known on this date that in accordance with the laws of the Universal Life Church Monastery, as ordaining officer, I, Brother Martin, do ordain you into our ministry. From this day forward, you are entitled to all of the rights of an ordained minister. You have the authority to perform marriages, baptisms, and all other ceremonies of the church. You are an independent minister of this church. This is a position that carries with it a burden of responsibility; please respect others and comply with the laws of the land."


Anyone want to get married?
:har:

Oh, You must respect me now also or I'll send your soul to hell!!

AVGWarhawk 09-26-13 07:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by privateer (Post 2119616)

Oh, You must respect me now also or I'll send your soul to hell!!

I don't think that power was vested in you. :hmmm:

Armistead 09-26-13 09:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by privateer (Post 2119616)
I am now a legally ordained Minister.
:D

"Congratulations! You are now legally ordained for life, though you may relinquish your credentials at any time. AS OF Thursday the 26th of September 2013 YOU HAVE BECOME A MEMBER OF THE PRESTIGIOUS CLERGY. You have earned a title worthy of admiration and respect.

Let it be known on this date that in accordance with the laws of the Universal Life Church Monastery, as ordaining officer, I, Brother Martin, do ordain you into our ministry. From this day forward, you are entitled to all of the rights of an ordained minister. You have the authority to perform marriages, baptisms, and all other ceremonies of the church. You are an independent minister of this church. This is a position that carries with it a burden of responsibility; please respect others and comply with the laws of the land."


Anyone want to get married?
:har:

Oh, You must respect me now also or I'll send your soul to hell!!

Yes, my wife and I would like to marry Warhawk and his wife. Can this be done without baptism?

Jimbuna 09-27-13 04:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nikimcbee (Post 2119610)
I'm having a hard time finding the photo of the Aussie Lazarus.:hmmm:

http://img69.imageshack.us/img69/2415/oz8y.jpg


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