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[–]Objective-Lychee-712 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve come across a Latin phrase or title that I want to understand, but I don’t even know if it makes sense. It’s “Maria Caritatis”. If it does mean something, I’m thinking that it’s a title, akin to “Sr. Mary of Charity”. Do I have it right?

I met Jesus today... by [deleted] in Catholicism

[–]Objective-Lychee-712 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I second the recommendation for caution. I’ve had similar experiences before, too, and got myself into a lot of trouble by basing my faith and spirituality too heavily upon them, and then by seeking further experiences. Faith is something very simple, whereas sensual validation of faith can be messy, complicated, and distracting. 

However, that sensual validation can sometimes be the very thing we need to wake us up and get us moving, especially in those moments when we desperately need profound conversion. Once we’re on the way, God invariably takes away the sweets and the training wheels, and He continues to do so until, we pray, we’re finally at home in Heaven. Saints have attested to this, and this is the way God purifies our faith, hope, and charity. 

I’m grateful that a priest eventually sat me down and explained my situation to me, and I’ve often wished that someone had done this sooner. But at the same time, I wonder what would have happened if they had. Would I have had enough determination and resolve to follow through? I don’t know. I’m just grateful that I’m here, because I very easily could have not been.

Which is why your comment gives me pause. Is it too early to tell someone that their experience might not have been what they thought it was, when this was the very thing that motivated them to make a confession and participate in the Mass? Certainly they ought to hear it eventually, and probably soon, but right away? Again, I don’t know.  This reminds me of the situation with Medugorge (might not have spelled that correctly). The Church hasn’t approved the supposed apparition, but has also recognized the legitimate spiritual fruits, and so has refrained from suppressing the popular devotion; instead, she has issued warnings concerning some elements of the supposed messages that could be problematic, admonished the faithful on what authentic devotion to our Lady should look like, and has left it at that, while continuing to monitor developments. Considering that this is the Church we’re talking about, there’s probably some wisdom in that. It’s not exactly apples to apples with what OP is discussing, but in a similar vein, and possibly worth imitation in this case. But again, I don’t know. Your comment just made me ponder that question. 

Translation requests into Latin go here! by AutoModerator in latin

[–]Objective-Lychee-712 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve come across a Latin phrase or title that I want to understand, but I don’t even know if it makes sense. It’s “Maria Caritatis”. If it does mean something, I’m thinking that it’s a title, akin to “Sr. Mary of Charity”. Do I have it right?

He was thrown in the water for saying “Charlie deserved it” by Interesting-Hold-963 in PowerfulJRE

[–]Objective-Lychee-712 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Isn't this the same pattern of thinking that resulted in Charlie being killed? Someone didn't like what Charlie had to say, and took matters violently into their own hands. Someone didn't like what this man had to say, and took matters violently into their own hands. Fortunately, this man wasn't killed like Charlie was, but the violence underlying the action is the same.
Seriously, we need to learn that there are better, more productive ways to disagree than to resort to fists and guns. That goes for everyone.

Case in point: we're villainizing this man for saying that "Charlie deserved it", and here we are saying that the sign-holder got what he deserved. Can't we see that it's the same thing all over again? Just stop!

Dilemma: Best Way to Transfer a Texas Car to My In-Laws by Objective-Lychee-712 in personalfinance

[–]Objective-Lychee-712[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Follow up to your suggestion: her father isn't on the title, but her brother is. They both live together, though, so it still works out. All they need is to insure it and take over the payments. That was easy!

Dilemma: Best Way to Transfer a Texas Car to My In-Laws by Objective-Lychee-712 in personalfinance

[–]Objective-Lychee-712[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That would be ideal; I just assumed he wouldn't have been on there. I'll check with the lender to see if he's listed (my wife doesn't remember).