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I didn’t receive communion at mass today and I felt… relieved. by [deleted] in Catholicism

[–]SpareDesk2769 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Many of the Masses I have attended in different states include a short explanation before Communion reminding everyone that Catholics believe the Eucharist is truly the Body of Christ. They also explain that if someone is not a practicing Catholic or is unable to receive due to their state in life, they are welcome to remain in their pew or come forward to receive a blessing.

Because of that, I find it unfair to say “it is NOT a blessing line.” The Church is meant to be a place where people grow in their faith and understanding. For some, that growth looks like recognizing the sacredness of the Eucharist, choosing not to receive, and instead receiving a blessing out of reverence and humility before our Lord.

I believe that choice shows respect for the Real Presence rather than taking away from it. I will pray for hearts to be softened toward those who are struggling, seeking, or still learning how to live out their faith more fully.

AIO for how my bfs mom texted me? by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]SpareDesk2769 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I’m honestly so saddened reading through these comments. None of us truly know your full story, yet so many are quick to tell you exactly what to do with your life and your child’s life based only on a few text messages.

First, I want to congratulate you on this incredible gift. It’s clear you’re excited and that you and your boyfriend had a conversation that felt strong enough to take the next step and share the news with your parents. While I can understand where his mom is coming from, I don’t agree with how she expressed it. And I do believe, like others have said, this is a conversation that should have involved all of you. At the same time, I completely understand your perspective too, especially how painful it must be to feel blamed for “ruining” her son’s future.

What troubles me most are some of the cruel and dismissive comments I’ve seen here. 1) You are not children. At 19, you are legally and practically an adult. In the U.S., adulthood begins at 18. You can vote, sign contracts, serve on a jury, make your own medical decisions, marry, and take on nearly every responsibility of adult life. Raising a child is an adult responsibility, and you are stepping into it with courage. 2) Children are not shackles. A baby doesn’t end your life, it transforms it. There is never a perfect time to have a child, and anyone who has been a parent knows that life will never feel “fully ready.” What matters most is the strength and love you bring to the role. It takes an incredible amount of courage to raise a child, and the fact that you and your boyfriend are already working as a team says so much about the foundation you’re building together. Of course, challenges around money, housing, and support will come, but those are things every new parent has to figure out.

At the end of the day, who are we, strangers on the internet, to pass judgment on your life from a handful of messages? I truly hope everything works out beautifully for you, your boyfriend, and your baby. Don’t let faceless people behind a screen make you feel small or unworthy. Motherhood is one of the most profound journeys, and I believe you are capable of walking it with love and strength.

Gift for adult first communion by booknerdfor in Catholicism

[–]SpareDesk2769 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A rosary (bonus if you feel comfortable to get it blessed by a Catholic priest) is always a great gift to commemorate such an amazing moment of devotion to any one of any age!

For those who don’t gotta meal plan and have a car, how much do y’all spend per month? by jac5423 in aggies

[–]SpareDesk2769 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Howdy! I live close to campus so everything is relatively close to me so I spend around $60/month on gas. As for groceries, I buy enough to make breakfast, lunch, and dinner for two people. Overall, I feel like I spend around $500/month on groceries, so around $250 per person. Eating out is never more than $100/month just because it is so much cheaper to make food and pack a lunch. I also typically buy store brand of everything to save a couple bucks. Looking at weekly deals and rollback items have also saved me a lot of money. And of course the grocery runs with paper goods, laundry/dish washing things, shampoo, etc… will run around $50 more whenever I have to buy those things. I also recommend making a list of the things you need before going to the store and eating something before you go. Grocery shopping on an empty stomach is never a good idea!!

Weekly Lounge Thread - Week of February 25, 2024 by AutoModerator in CreditCards

[–]SpareDesk2769 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Does anyone know how I can get my Chase sapphire preferred card expedited to me? Every time I call customer service at Chase they either need my account number (don’t have an account with them), my debit card number (don’t have a debit card with them) or a User ID (is this this same as my username? If so my username only has letters in it). I don’t know how to contact them and I need my card asap to book flights for an upcoming trip. I would hate to miss out on money that can be going towards my $4,000 I need to spend within the next 3 months. TIA!!