Very good article/statement by Joshua Everett, a former Evangelical Pastor in Freethought Today.
As a former Minister myself, I found this line particularly stunning in clarity:
“The passion for ethics and truth that lead us into our occupations as clergy also lead us out of religion. When I became a minister, I committed to the truth wherever that might lead. Through my religious studies, I came to know the truth, and the truth set me free.”
Beyond God 
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Appreciate that affirmative vote, Juliane. All the best in your artistic search for truth in all creative forms. Peace. Chris