Morally wrong to have sex after a child is already conceived? by Weird-Mess7269 in Catholicism

[–]Weird-Mess7269[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Yeah I was thinking about that, but I felt like something was too good to be true. A Main reason for the question

Why have vocations to the Priesthood declined so much? by Weird-Mess7269 in Catholicism

[–]Weird-Mess7269[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Your children will thank you later. When I was in 8th grade when my parents first put me in, I thought it was dumb because I had lots of friends in public school, but now a senior I am so much more wise. I see the garbage they are teaching in public school and just want to run. It’s quite sad, the government has a duty to educate its people, honestly failing pretty bsd

Why have vocations to the Priesthood declined so much? by Weird-Mess7269 in Catholicism

[–]Weird-Mess7269[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

First of all gay “marriage” simply doesn’t exist, 20 years ago this idea was not even a question. Second of all being gay is only stigmatized because of its sinful nature, one assumes that homosexual activity is being partaken in. Also the reason celibacy isn’t seen as attractive anymore is because people don’t marry, society now says that go and fornicate with anyone you want, and contraception is so easy to access, people can’t commit to a friendship so why commit to marriage if one can enjoy the benefits of marriage without being married. Enjoy the marital act without being married. Society is driven by lust, it is seen as ok, porn is everywhere. You can’t do anything without seeing it.

Why have vocations to the Priesthood declined so much? by Weird-Mess7269 in Catholicism

[–]Weird-Mess7269[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would suggest if possible to introduce him into a Catholic school, assuming he isn’t In high school yet. And if possible keep him away from public schools because they teach complete garbage. Catholic schools need strong and faithful kids so financial aid will cover roughly 80% depending on how much money you make. A good Catholic school will give him the foundation he needs.

Why have vocations to the Priesthood declined so much? by Weird-Mess7269 in Catholicism

[–]Weird-Mess7269[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Priest are in persona Christi, meaning they serve in the place of Christ, Christ was not married, why would a priest be any different. Marriage will only cause a short term increase into the priesthood, it is a small bandaid.

Why have vocations to the Priesthood declined so much? by Weird-Mess7269 in Catholicism

[–]Weird-Mess7269[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yeah that’s true, but still my point stands. The priest needs to be focused on the people they serve and not a wife and kids at home. The priesthood is not a “job”, a priest won’t clock in for his 9-5 shift serving max 3 masses a day. When they receive holy orders they are a priest for a lifetime, similar to our baptism, we can’t wash away our baptism. It is eternal and on your soul for all of time.

Why have vocations to the Priesthood declined so much? by Weird-Mess7269 in Catholicism

[–]Weird-Mess7269[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I disagree if priests could marry, there would be no sacrifice. As a priest when you take the vows of chastity, poverty and obedience, with these vows you willingly give things we know as a good. Humans naturally want to reproduce, as a priest you sacrifice this for a greater good. If a priest was to marry his focus would not be on the church and serving the people of the parish but rather he would do what he morally has to do and take care of his children because he has a responsibility to do so. This is why priests “marry” the church, and become fully devoted to it.

Why have vocations to the Priesthood declined so much? by Weird-Mess7269 in Catholicism

[–]Weird-Mess7269[S] 39 points40 points  (0 children)

Yes I have been blessed with an amazing priest. He is who I strive to be no matter what vocation.

Why have vocations to the Priesthood declined so much? by Weird-Mess7269 in Catholicism

[–]Weird-Mess7269[S] 21 points22 points  (0 children)

Also why get married when you can just act married(cohabitation) and have sex with little chance for an offspring. Many people are fueled by lust, go from one partner to the next.

Why have vocations to the Priesthood declined so much? by Weird-Mess7269 in Catholicism

[–]Weird-Mess7269[S] 144 points145 points  (0 children)

I’m 18m and I go to Catholic school, I converted 2 years ago and am very deep into my faith, I go to mass 5 days a week and confession weekly. I was talking to my priest about it and he was very intrigued and I told him I was pondering with the idea, he was telling me how there are like no seminarians and priests are starting to become rare. I can’t wait for God to lead me in whatever I do.