This month at AASF our own Greta Christina will discuss "Resistance Is Not Futile: Is Arguing About Religion Worth It?"



Many atheists think that trying to persuade people out of religion never works, and simply alienates people. But debating believers about their beliefs can be effective -- in changing people's minds about religion, as well as in achieving other goals of the atheist community. When does it makes sense to debate about religion? How should we go about it? And what should our expectations be for what these debates can accomplish.



In this talk, Greta will discuss: why arguing about religion is effective; why many people assume that it isn't effective; who it is and isn't worth arguing about religion with; what expectations to have when arguing about religion; when -- or with whom -- you might decide not to engage in these arguments; and what goals arguing about religion can help us accomplish.



Greta, a resident of San Francisco, is a prominent atheist blogger and national speaker, and is noted for her depth and insight.



This is an Atheist Advocates of SF meeting; everyone is welcome.



Afterwards we will go to dinner in a nearby reasonable Chinese restaurant. Please join us.



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When: Sunday, January 13th at 3:00 to 5:00 PM (Meeting will start promptly at 3:00)



Location: Audre Lorde Room (Upstairs), Women's Building,[masked]th (at Valencia), San Francisco



Cost: $6 Renting a meeting room means we must charge admittance. We would appreciate exact change if convenient. Most of all we want you to join us for this talk.



Note: The Women's Building is three blocks from the Mission 16th St. BART. If you don't know the neighborhood we suggest that as you reach the top of the stairs from BART, turn right and walk a few yards to 16th. Then turn left on 16th Street and walk to Valencia, then turn left on Valencia to 18th St



Parking: Garage at[masked]st Street (at Lexington)



Info: Larry Hicok:[masked] or [masked]



Our next meeting will be on Sunday, February 10th. Details to follow.