are you gunna go see Kal Penn before i take my exam then?

That seems to be one of the big questions for kids around his age. A lot of guys become militant atheists for several years, just because they feel like they were expected to believe as children.

I also think its natural for everyone to struggle with faith. Many people come out of that struggle with differing answers for differing reasons. Unlike many in the gay community I was raised in a religious home in which my parents strictly adhered to their faith, and thus set an example. There was no question in our home on a Sunday morning about whether or not we would be going to church. To be sure I have rejected many of the tenets of my parents' faith, but I am to this day a person of faith (but not the same kind as our wing-nut friends). Let your sons ask their questions. Answer them honestly. Don't give them more information than they are asking for - in the sense that sometimes their questions are simpler than we adults would think - not in the sense of "withholding" pertinent information. When their minds have processed or if you have not told them enough, they will be back for more, if they sense that you are speaking honestly and from your own base.

Now to my own cynicism (and please forgive me for what I am about to write), but, with regard to the illegitimacy of your son, bullsh*t! - you obviously just did not pay the priest enough! I thought that crap went out with John XXIII. (BTW, I am a protestant by heritage, but J XXIII was a great man in my book).

You son is a lucky man to have a Dad like you... someone willing to take the time to answer his questions honestly and openly... you are a wonderful rolemodel for him my friend!

It is hard to explain religon to kids, I was always in sunday school and church when I was a kid.
I still have yet to see Donnie Darko, my best friend and I were going to watch it when he bought it. It wouldnt play in the player, odd. Im gonna have to rent it.

Mad World was re-recorded for Donny Darko.
It was written and originally performed by Tears for Fears back in the 80's

I love them, and this very mellow redition is beautiful.

As for the religon, tell you son it's a devise, that the powerful have used for ages, to control the masses. It's only a good thing when you question it. Just like politics.

Your sons are lucky not only to have a father but to have one as loving and open as you are.

No Kal Penn viewing? Damn. He is yummy.