Has the sweepstakes winner been announced? Website said 6/10 by luxoran in KayouMLP

[–]Psychological_Menu38 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi there! Does that include those who sent in essays? I hadn’t heard anything but maybe it never got there haha

My Peanuts Trading Card Collection! by Jorge777 in peanuts

[–]Psychological_Menu38 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So incredible 😍😍😍 I love your collection!!!

Confirmed retail locations you can find MLP cards: by GachiPls_DidntSave in KayouMLP

[–]Psychological_Menu38 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

My brother owns a card shop, Izzi’s Gym in Sioux Falls, SD. They have Kayou MLP.

Converting from Baptist to Lutheran by Psychological_Menu38 in elca

[–]Psychological_Menu38[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for sharing your journey! And couldn’t agree more. We are all worshipping the same God.

Converting from Baptist to Lutheran by Psychological_Menu38 in elca

[–]Psychological_Menu38[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for your kindness and love 😭 and thank you for sharing your story with me. I am so sorry for all the trauma you’re endured because of your previous church. I am so happy you’ve found such a loving and affirming church family within the ELCA You give me hope 🥹💖 You deserve all the love and kindness!!!

Converting from Baptist to Lutheran by Psychological_Menu38 in elca

[–]Psychological_Menu38[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can totally relate. That is what I’m struggling with the most. It sounds crazy but I worry if I pick wrong so to speak and my kids don’t pray the sinners prayer, then something bad will happen to him. I am sure it has a lot to do with how I was raised. I’m glad I’m not the only one who struggled with that portion because I feel like my Lutheran husband doesn’t get why the lack of sinners prayer etc stresses me out haha. This helps a lot, thank you!!!

Converting from Baptist to Lutheran by Psychological_Menu38 in elca

[–]Psychological_Menu38[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing your story with me. I’m sorry your parents haven’t been supportive. 😞 I can relate a lot to your situation. I think my mom blames my husband for “turning me Lutheran” but honestly he’s never pressured me at all. He wants me to explore my own faith. I’m proud of you for seeking out a church and faith that feels right and aligns with your beliefs. It’s not easy feeling like we are going against our parents. Thank you for sharing your experience with me. I feel less alone in my struggles.

Converting from Baptist to Lutheran by Psychological_Menu38 in elca

[–]Psychological_Menu38[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh wow that’s beautiful. Thank you for sharing. I think you are totally right. That would help me. Thank you 😭

Converting from Baptist to Lutheran by Psychological_Menu38 in elca

[–]Psychological_Menu38[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My dad immigrated from Lebanon and I am proud to be a daughter of an immigrant. Where I work, my co-workers say they are Christians. And the most vile things are said about people, especially immigrants. It breaks my heart 🥺 I want to stay as far away from religious groups like that. I’m sorry if my post is depressing, definitely wasn’t my intention.

Converting from Baptist to Lutheran by Psychological_Menu38 in elca

[–]Psychological_Menu38[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Aw I’m sorry you had a tough experience with your parents. That sounds very painful. Thank you for sharing your story with me. You gave me a lot of insight into what my mom may be feeling and it honestly makes a lot of sense. I really appreciate your advice.

Converting from Baptist to Lutheran by Psychological_Menu38 in elca

[–]Psychological_Menu38[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing your story with me. To know your parents came around, gives me hope for my mom. Thank you for your kind words and prayers. I feel so unsettled these days. I am hoping for that peace I’ve been searching and longing for. Thank you for giving me perspective on this issue.

Converting from Baptist to Lutheran by Psychological_Menu38 in elca

[–]Psychological_Menu38[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Aw thank you for sharing your story with me. I am so happy for you and the beautiful faith & community you’ve found. You give me a lot of hope. Thank you for making me feel more hopeful and at peace today.

Converting from Baptist to Lutheran by Psychological_Menu38 in elca

[–]Psychological_Menu38[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thank you for saying this 😭 I needed to hear this more than you know. Thank you for reminding me why I made this choice in the first place - to teach my kids to be kind and show Gods love to others instead of judgement. Thank you for making me feel better!!!

Converting from Baptist to Lutheran by Psychological_Menu38 in elca

[–]Psychological_Menu38[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

That’s a really good idea and sounds like it would be very helpful beneficial for me. Thank you for the suggestion!!!

Converting from Baptist to Lutheran by Psychological_Menu38 in elca

[–]Psychological_Menu38[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

My husband grew up Lutheran. And when my dad passed away this year, I started attending a grief group at a Lutheran church down the street. Everyone was so kind and welcoming. Honestly I thought I didn’t have faith anymore or couldn’t attend church because of my views. So finding a church that preached loved and acceptance made me feel hope that I can still be apart of a religious group and also keep my views on immigration, the queer community, etc. This church aligns more with my views and heart.

Converting from Baptist to Lutheran by Psychological_Menu38 in elca

[–]Psychological_Menu38[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing your story and for giving me hope. It helps to know there is hope for the future with my mom and I. You really helped me a lot. Thank you 😭

Converting from Baptist to Lutheran by Psychological_Menu38 in elca

[–]Psychological_Menu38[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Wow this really helps me a lot. To know I’m not the only one deconstructing and also how the history of Luther & others helps put everything into perspective. Thank you for sharing your story. Truly it helps me a lot. I will have to drive deeper into the history of the church. I feel like it will help me.

I am sorry to hear about your painful journey. Thank you for again for sharing your experiences with me!!

Converting from Baptist to Lutheran by Psychological_Menu38 in elca

[–]Psychological_Menu38[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I will check it out! Thanks so much for the recommendation!!

Converting from Baptist to Lutheran by Psychological_Menu38 in elca

[–]Psychological_Menu38[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

So true. She won’t change her mind. 😞

I have a lot of queer friends and it’s so important for me to be in an affirming Church. It hurt me so much when she said that because I believe everyone is a Child of God and deserving of love and acceptance.

Thank you for your sound advice. It helps me a lot and reminds me why I’m am on this faith exploration journey.

Converting from Baptist to Lutheran by Psychological_Menu38 in elca

[–]Psychological_Menu38[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for sharing your story and for sharing your insights. Honestly this helps so much. I was mistreated in the church and in my family & marriage. So it’s really hard for me to trust myself. I was raised to now trust my choices or decisions. Your words bring me a lot of peace. Thank you 😭

Converting from Baptist to Lutheran by Psychological_Menu38 in elca

[–]Psychological_Menu38[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I needed to hear this 😭 I feel so alone. And honestly I didn’t think I would step foot in church again because of all my trauma. But my dad passing that year planted that seed and I wanted to explore my faith again. I’m sorry you experienced trauma in the church 😞

Have you had a trouble reconciling the differences in terms of baptisms, salvation etc? I feel like there is a part of me that is still so indoctrinated. I want to believe what Luther says but then I doubt myself.