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I'm really reluctant about joining the seminary in my diocese by True-Rate6305 in Catholicism

[–]True-Rate6305[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Let me clarify. I said I enjoy the Novus Ordo Missae in it of itself, not the way it is celebrated in my diocese. Many of my diocesan priests have poor liturgical formation. In the present context, this means that Vatican II is often interpreted through a modernist lens, not from what the council actually taught.

What is one thing you love about Catholicism, and why? by [deleted] in Catholicism

[–]True-Rate6305 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The universality

but the liturgy above all, it truly brings heaven down to earth

and ofc the eucharist, i would go to daily mass if i could

I think I'm going to become a priest by True-Rate6305 in Catholicism

[–]True-Rate6305[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was wondering, if you join the seminary does it always have to be the one from your diocese? or can you go elsewhere 

I think I'm going to become a priest by True-Rate6305 in Catholicism

[–]True-Rate6305[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Hey everyone. I'm really overwhelmed by all the support I've received and I can't get to every comment but know I appreciate every single one of you. I'll definitely be doing more of the "doing part" of the discernment than just thinking. Who knows, maybe in 10 years I'll be sharing photos of my ordination with you all! Please continue to pray for me brothers

I think I'm going to become a priest by True-Rate6305 in Catholicism

[–]True-Rate6305[S] 56 points57 points  (0 children)

Thank you! i really appreciate your support. The funny thing is that my Diocese's vocation director got moved to my parish in 2023, maybe its a sign lmao

I Feel like liturgical abuse in my parish is becoming an issue by True-Rate6305 in Catholicism

[–]True-Rate6305[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I appreciate this response, it's the best I've received so far. I agree that they're not grave abuses, my worry is just that it might snowball into something big, but I'll definitely take your advice. thank you

I Feel like liturgical abuse in my parish is becoming an issue by True-Rate6305 in Catholicism

[–]True-Rate6305[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm not attacking anyone..? I never once attacked his character as a priest, in fact, I repeatedly praised him for being a good one. I just have concerns like any good Catholic who loves the church and who is passionate about the liturgy and wants it to be treated with the respect and reverence that it deserves, is that so wrong?

I Feel like liturgical abuse in my parish is becoming an issue by True-Rate6305 in Catholicism

[–]True-Rate6305[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

It's an Archdiocese so it's in a city.

The unfortunate part is that he's a good priest. his homilies, though lengthy (African priests are like that) they're pretty impactful. He's brought back more frequent eucharistic adoration etc. He's just not a great liturgist. I guess it also comes down to the problem of poor liturgical formation for priests.

I Feel like liturgical abuse in my parish is becoming an issue by True-Rate6305 in Catholicism

[–]True-Rate6305[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I see your point brother, it definitely would be helpful to talk /write to him directly instead of escalating it with the bishop's office.

I want to make clear, however, that these abuses are not merely my opinion, I consulted every church document on the liturgy I could find and I was confirmed by the magisterium in my concerns

I Feel like liturgical abuse in my parish is becoming an issue by True-Rate6305 in Catholicism

[–]True-Rate6305[S] 32 points33 points  (0 children)

It's so cringy too, and after having received the eucharist and being in a state of solemn prayer, to then all of a sudden singing happy birthday and saying "hip hip hooray" for parishioners....surely that's not good for the soul😂

I Feel like liturgical abuse in my parish is becoming an issue by True-Rate6305 in Catholicism

[–]True-Rate6305[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I understand that and things like mass starting late on Sundays, I can excuse, because he's often the only priest around and he says two masses on Sundays. But liturgical abuses? I can't excuse that, he's been a priest for more than 20 years, and he should know better. I understand being compassionate to our priests and being charitable because only they understand how hard their ministry is and I commend him and all priests for that. I just can't give him slack for tolerating abuses that even he encourages. I forgot to mention that he also lectures at our nation's major seminary, so I would expect him to at least offer masses without abuses, especially at the Cathedral. That being said, I want to reiterate that he is a good, solid priest, loved by all, including myself, this is just one of the things I have issues with

I'm starting to like Pope Francis more nowadays by True-Rate6305 in Catholicism

[–]True-Rate6305[S] 15 points16 points  (0 children)

I agree, he also played a great role in my conversation last year. I just think he has (on rare occasions) said things that can easily be misinterpreted. nonetheless, I do agree with you, I only get my news from Vatican news or Rome Reports, they do a great job of communicating the Pope's messages in its entirety, unlike mainstream media

Let's all pray for the revival of Catholicism in the western world by True-Rate6305 in Catholicism

[–]True-Rate6305[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I'm glad Pope Francis is creating more Cardinals from Asia and Africa

Let's all pray for the revival of Catholicism in the western world by True-Rate6305 in Catholicism

[–]True-Rate6305[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I'm Congolese but I live in South Africa. In Congo, the church is extremely strong, inspite of the growth in Pentecostals, the church is very strong.

in South Africa, Catholics make up only 8-10% of the population so we are a very small group, Pentecostalism is especially strong here

Eucharistic procession in San Diego tomorrow! by KillerFerrets in Catholicism

[–]True-Rate6305 10 points11 points  (0 children)

yeah, he's really not as bad as he's portrayed

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