duarc Posted November 20, 2004 Share Posted November 20, 2004 I haven't been to mass in months (since Febuary, to be exact) and want to start going again because of my little brother's babtism (okay, okay, he became a Jehova's Witness but he inspired me). Problem is I don't want to go back to the church I was confirmed in. The priest resigned because of accusations made against him and I haven't heard anything about the guy who's there now. What should I do? I feel wierd about going back after all that time away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thy Geekdom Come Posted November 20, 2004 Share Posted November 20, 2004 Well, first you will need to go to Confession. This will help to clear away all the stuff that is separating you from God because of that time away and will allow you to receive the Body and Blood, the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist faithfully. As for not wanting to go to the church you did go to before, you can just go to a different parish. There is no problem there...just go somewhere else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
homeschoolmom Posted November 21, 2004 Share Posted November 21, 2004 Don't feel weird... no one's watching you... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fiat_Voluntas_Tua Posted November 21, 2004 Share Posted November 21, 2004 Most people think they are being watched by all these "holy" people...but your not. Remember that Confession is just like jumping in a big warm pool of God's Mercy. Don't be afraid to swim. Totus tuus, Andrew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fiat_Voluntas_Tua Posted November 21, 2004 Share Posted November 21, 2004 It makes me soooooooooooooooo happy to hear that we want to come back to the Church!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! That made my week! (I am not lying.) Totus Tuus, Andrew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duarc Posted November 22, 2004 Author Share Posted November 22, 2004 Thanks guys . I feel like people are going to think negatively about me not having been at church for so long, even though I know that people are usually really happy about those who come back (like you were, Andrew). Thanks again for the support. I'm going to confession this Saturday (only time my church has it). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fiat_Voluntas_Tua Posted November 23, 2004 Share Posted November 23, 2004 Blessed be God! Duarc...many Angels and Saints will rejoice when you come back! Amen! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AfroNova No Limit Soldier Posted November 23, 2004 Share Posted November 23, 2004 And there is more joy in heaven When the lost one has returned. Blessed be God! Duarc, we're here for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chanman450 Posted November 26, 2004 Share Posted November 26, 2004 Oh duarc, trust me, you shouldn't have any worries about returning to your old parish. But, if it would make you feel better, you can go to a different one (after all, the Church is universal so it's the same everywhere ) Just go and make a good confession, do your penance, and then receive Jesus in the most holy sacrament of the altar. And ask for Mary's intercession in this time. And enjoy the fullness of truth I am glad to hear you are returning! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drewmeister2 Posted November 26, 2004 Share Posted November 26, 2004 Glad to hear you are returning! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duarc Posted November 29, 2004 Author Share Posted November 29, 2004 Just to let you guys know, I went to both Confession AND Mass this past weekend and at my old parish. I teared up in the confessional (I'm tearing up now as I think about this) and I cried when I was alone. I wanna thank you guys for the support you've given. I'd write more, but I have a research paper due tomorrow morning at 9:30 and I haven't finished yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
homeschoolmom Posted November 29, 2004 Share Posted November 29, 2004 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thy Geekdom Come Posted November 29, 2004 Share Posted November 29, 2004 [quote name='duarc' date='Nov 29 2004, 03:19 PM'] Just to let you guys know, I went to both Confession AND Mass this past weekend and at my old parish. I teared up in the confessional (I'm tearing up now as I think about this) and I cried when I was alone. I wanna thank you guys for the support you've given. I'd write more, but I have a research paper due tomorrow morning at 9:30 and I haven't finished yet. [/quote] "I tell you, in just the same way there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous people who have no need of repentance." -Luke 15:7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fiat_Voluntas_Tua Posted November 29, 2004 Share Posted November 29, 2004 Blessed be the Lord the God of Israel! I love Metenoia! Stay Awake, Andrew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duarc Posted November 29, 2004 Author Share Posted November 29, 2004 [quote name='Fiat_Voluntas_Tua' date='Nov 29 2004, 05:54 PM'] Stay Awake [/quote] Ironically, that was what the sermon was about; staying awake and being prepared for the coming of the Lord. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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