Talarico's pastor promotes 'Inclusive Bible' that strips 'Son of God' from Jesus: 'Let go of the stupid stuff'

The Christian Post ^ | 9/17/2026 | Jon Brown

[Republican Wildcat]

The longtime pastor of Democratic U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico was recently caught on camera promoting an "inclusive" translation of the Bible that strips the text of gendered language for God, including Jesus' titles as Lord and Son of God.

The Rev. Jim Rigby, who has pastored St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church (PCUSA) near Austin, Texas, for more than 35 years, discussed The Inclusive Bible with an undercover journalist posing as a prospective new church member, according to video recorded in August and first reported by The Daily Caller.

Noting the church typically provides new members with a copy of The Inclusive Bible when they join, Rigby claimed, "It's good on the gender stuff."

"The more, like, metaphysical stuff, it's not a very good translation, if that makes sense. I think it's really important to have a good translation, so you can let go of the stupid stuff," he added.

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https://freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/4381232/posts?page=14#14

Why Banned Books at Church?

Our library at St. Andrew's is home to a number of banned books, from picture books to young adult novels. We are a safe haven for controversial narratives right in the heart of Texas, the state that takes the top prize in challenged books. Take a moment to browse our collection of banned books and see what you notice...common themes…particular experiences and identities being censored.

As a church, we feel it's important to make these books available to the community. One of our core values as a progressive Christian community is to, “strive for peace and justice among all people, knowing that behaving with compassion and selfless love towards one another is the fullest expression of what we believe.” Reading stories written by people with identities and life experiences different from our own helps us shift our perspective, develop empathy, and see more clearly the call to justice among all people. We can also find parts of ourselves in these stories, which helps us grow into the fullness of our being. Children, teens, young adults, and older adults can find affirmation in the books they read. Sometimes, stories even shine light on hidden and painful experiences letting readers know they are not alone.

As progressive Christians, we are committed to a path of life-long learning. We can't keep growing if we close our minds and shut out different ways of being in, experiencing, and understanding the world. Caring for the stories in banned books is one small, but important way of proclaiming our love for everyone, everywhere, all the time. Let's read and celebrate banned books together!

Source: St Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Austin, TX

[Republican Wildcat]

[clearcarbon]

"Talarico's pastor promotes 'Inclusive Bible' that strips 'Son of God' from Jesus: 'Let go of the stupid stuff'"

The gospel according to Rigby.

[Scrambler Bob]

Is it cheaper than toilet paper?

I may want some.

[cowboyusa]

Crockett would have been a better candidate.

[SeekAndFind]

RE: Talarico’s pastor

Without even reading the article, as soon as I read these two words, I already have a lesbian in mind. Am I wrong?

[cowboyusa]

This should help with his only 79 percentage with the black vote. ( Sarcasm)

[Harmless Teddy Bear]

yes.

[SaveFerris]

Democrat James Talarico and his pastor
/ "church" ARE of the spirit of antichrist 🤦‍♂️

[Liz]

“The Inclusive Bible” is a modern English translation of the Old and New Testaments that removes gender-exclusive language and traditional patriarchal imagery to promote complete social and spiritual equality.

It avoids male-gendered defaults when original texts address humanity as a whole, translating words like “brothers” or “man” to gender-neutral terms like “friends” or “people”.

It minimizes terms associated with systemic bias or violence against specific groups, sometimes rendering divine figures or the Holy Spirit with feminine pronouns or parental imagery.

A grassroots organization of laypeople, religious figures, and clergy developed the text to eliminate linguistic barriers between scripture and marginalized groups, including women and minorities.

Who Uses It?

Egalitarian and progressive Christians: Individuals seeking worship materials that reflect gender equality and social justice use the text.

Inclusive faith communities: Open-minded congregations, feminist theologians, and campus ministries use it for public reading and study groups.

Individuals seeking alternative perspectives: Readers looking for a fresh, non-patriarchal approach to biblical poetry and narrative turn to this version.If you’d like, let me know:

[SaveFerris]

If there was EVER any doubt about
Democrat James Talarico, his pastor
and that “church” being of the
spirit of antichrist ...

THEY JUST REMOVED ALL DOUBT 🤨

[Texas Fossil]

Thanks for the list of articles.

There is a lot of money behind this idiot.

He must be fully exposed. Even the GOPe, is stupid enough to throw him at Paxton. Of course, the GOPe is fake conservative.

[TTFlyer]

“Rev” Rigby. All the Stupid people
Where do they all come from...

[farmguy]

So along with changing the Bible, this church has changed the meaning of the word “vegan”.

[Bosco127]

That church is a den of blasphemy. It is a front for Satan’s works.

[Salman]

I spell “Sodomy” with a capital-S because it is the name of a religion.

[DeplorableTrumpSupporter]

you can let go of the stupid stuff

So the Inclusive Bible is the stupid stuff? Asking for a friend...

[captmar-vell]

“For I testify unto every man that heareth the words of the prophecy of this book, If any man shall add unto these things, God shall add unto him the plagues that are written in this book:

And if any man shall take away from the words of the book of this prophecy, God shall take away his part out of the book of life, and out of the holy city, and from the things which are written in this book.” - Revelation 22:18-19

[batazoid]

I just listened to a tape by Baruch Spinoza, titled: "They ERASED These 7 WORDS of Jesus… Spinoza Knew Why." Number 3: Christos, the third word eliminated, is even more shocking. Christos. Yes, Christ wasn't a last name. It was a title meaning the anointed one, the awakened one in Greek. And Jesus never said he was the only Christ. On the contrary, the Aramaic manuscript shows Jesus saying, "You all can be Christos." This phrase appears in verse 72 of the Gospel of Thomas. When you achieve metanoia and attain gnosis, you will become Christos as I have become. The implication was devastating. Jesus was saying that everyone could reach the same state of consciousness he had attained. He wasn't the only begotten son of God. He was a teacher showing the way. Spinoza found letters from Bishop Irenaeus of Lyon, dated 180 AD, ordering the destruction of all texts that mentioned multiple Christs. The order read, quote, "Burn any writing that suggests that others besides Jesus can be anointed."