Even decisions that as a formal matter have little to do with religion take on a different coloration when Stevens» apparent scorn for some religions is factored in. (firstthings.com)
As a formal matter, this result is possible because the state possesses the legal authority to enforce its decrees and the religionist does not. (religion-online.org)
As a formal matter, the Armenian Church and the Roman Catholic Church have been out of full communion since the fifth century. (firstthings.com)