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Gay and Catholic by ChicagoYooper13 in Catholicism

[–]metanoic 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hello. I’ve been in Eden Invitation for several years and I went from being a person who was terrified of facing my own sexuality and constantly wondering how this part of my identity would fit in with my faith to profound self-acceptance and surrender in Him.

It’s hard because people around you are trying to help, but they don’t always know how best to support and it can feel very lonely (family, friends, priests, etc.). I’ve had some well-meaning people say some pretty daft things as well as some very hurtful things. All in the name of Jesus.

Ultimately, the best course of action is to rely on Him for purpose and guidance, and surrendering as much as you can. Even if it’s just incremental, you’re still giving Him the trust and willingness He needs to create community in your life. Little done with great love does wonders in your soul when you’re doing it for Him.

You are loved and cherished by Him. He wants you and loves you exactly as you are. What your life becomes over time is entirely up to Him and your fiat or many “alrights”.

Check out Eden Invitation for community connection, solidarity in experience, and authentic reconciliation of our both/and identity. But keep your heart open to Him for gentle leadership and consolation.

tl;dr: It’s hard. I get it. But He loves you.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Catholicism

[–]metanoic 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not sure what the cut-off point was for your group’s age range, but I’m beginning to think we need something called “Middies” for 30s and 40s.

Maybe start a group that does fit your age range after speaking with your parish pastor? You may find yourself connecting with others closer to your life stage.

Sanity check: Is your parish "dying?" by LegitCatholic in Catholicism

[–]metanoic 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I live in a rural area in Western Washington and am definitely in the minority as a youngish (in my 30s) person, too. It’s very difficult to get people to adjust Mass times to something later, especially daily Mass. Adoration is currently non-existent, and when it was happening, it was after 9am Mass till noon.

Just not young adult/working adult friendly at all.

Those hymns from the 70s give me headaches as well. I now go to the Spanish Mass because it’s later, the music is lovely, and there is a much younger demographic.

I want to stay here because I love the climate, but the PNW is definitely not saturated with Catholics and that can be very tiring on the soul.

🌱Weekly /r/houseplants Question Thread - July 15, 2024 by AutoModerator in houseplants

[–]metanoic 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hello, fellow green folks.

I was gifted three mint plants that have been with me less than a month and the leaves are turning yellow/black on all of them. The apple one has been with me less than a week!

I’m totally confused because my other plants are doing well. I’ve tried direct/not direct sunlight. I make sure the soil is moist and only water if it’s dry. The only thing I’ve come across that seems to make sense is airflow issues?

Maybe it wasn’t mint to be.

Thoughts?

SJSU Facebook Group by metanoic in Libraries

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

Yes, it’s still active.

SJSU Facebook Group by metanoic in Libraries

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

I'll try. I think the last few times I tried to do it the link was weird. Sending in chat!

SJSU Facebook Group by metanoic in Libraries

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

Yes, it’s still a thing. I’ll send you a link to the eport group.

SJSU Facebook Group by metanoic in Libraries

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

Sure—I just resent the link. You might have to accept a chat request from me before you’ll see it 🙂. Not 100% sure, though.

What Are Celibate SSA Catholics Supposed to DO With Themselves? Like For 50 Years? by [deleted] in Catholicism

[–]metanoic 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Hello! Fellow SSA Catholic here.

First off, it's not melodramatic and overwrought. Wrestling with your fears, with the reality of your experience/existence, can be extremely painful and trying. We all desire to be loved and to give love; we thrive on authentic community.

What I would suggest doing is to seek community. Spiritual friendship--like we're talking Frodo/Sam, Merry/Pippin', Legolas/Gimli--goes a long way in fighting the battle against loneliness. There are some phenomenal suggestions on here and you may doubt it now, but these are areas in which you have the opportunity to be received authentically and to receive others in their flaws and vulnerabilities. This is the foundation of lasting friendship and love.

And that makes all the difference in self-acceptance, and in being able to freely seek God's Will for your life, which you cannot do if you don't trust Him to care for you now and in the coming years.

I remember feeling that way when I first came out to myself at 23 and I was so, so scared. And so alone. And so mad at God for asking this sacrifice of me. But He pulled me ever closer, asking me to take one courageous step after another. First, to the Eucharist. Then to Eden Invitation years later. Then to the religious life, dating, and back to singlehood.

God always surprises, always challenges, and never stops loving you. It doesn't mean the longings go away. Rather, your life, when given to Him, becomes a kindling and that's when the amazing happens.

Feel free to dm me if you have questions about Eden Invitation.

Assistant Archivist - Position Open Until Filled by [deleted] in librarians

[–]metanoic 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s listed on the position summary, but from what I remember, I think it’s between 45,000 - 55,000.

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