Well said Cat. I think it would be a real shame if snotbox stopped coming here. I personally think her often irreverent posts are a ray of sunshine. It's an emotive issue here, sure, but I've seen her censured for the most trivial of banalities, and it's a bit off.
For my two-penneth worth, I go to a news discussion forum to discuss news. There are heaps of people of all persuasions there and finding a ruck over an issue like this is like shooting fish in a barrel.
Regarding the thoughts and prayers - These always seem to be driven by compassion, and that can never be a bad thing in my view, no matter what your stance on any religion is.
Shane