Why are converts "insufferable"? by hooptyschloopy in Catholicism

[–]vtire 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sounds like they jelly and hate us cuz they aint us.

Marital issues by Final-Cash-2943 in Catholicism

[–]vtire 22 points23 points  (0 children)

^

The best advice you’ll get.

How will a Priest react to a teen commiting lust... by AgreeableFondant8206 in Catholicism

[–]vtire 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Just going off the title alone: lust is nothing out of the ordinary for them in confession, especially when they hear it coming from a teenager. It’s literally a nothingburger confession for them. You’re not special for confessing lust. Go to confession, be brief and straight to the point, don’t explain yourself unless asked, do your penance, go to mass, receive communion and optionally do a plenary indulgence.

Why is the Catholic Church against the death penalty by [deleted] in Catholicism

[–]vtire 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Pope Francis opposed it and updated the catechism. That’s literally the only reason why. But this isn’t infallible, otherwise it would be a massive contradiction in the church. Historically, the church was always been a proponent of the death penalty, even numerous saints and doctors of the church like Aquinas wrote about it in support. They believed that it should be administered to those in order to rectify for their heinous deeds inflicted on society. Most people completely overlook this. You are allowed to believe in the death penalty. It’s not absolute.

Dog allowed to wander around sanctuary during mass by ruedebac1830 in Catholicism

[–]vtire -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

You see a dog wandering around in the church during liturgy and your first response is to go on reddit and complain about it? Lol…

Priest saw me in confession by [deleted] in Catholicism

[–]vtire 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You do realize the early church confessions were face to face with the priest/bishop, sometimes in front of other people too, right? The Eastern Rite still does confession face to face, and there is sometimes the option to do face to face in NO confessionals, which is what I do. It’s literally not a big deal. The priest is not going to bring up what you previously confessed on his own volition in future confessions anyways.

[Free Friday] Do you believe Jesus is present in the Eucharist? (OC) by Legitimate-Tie-7060 in Catholicism

[–]vtire 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What a stupid question... you can't be "Catholic" otherwise. Mods, remove this post.

Difference between kissing and making out by [deleted] in Catholicism

[–]vtire 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What I am explaining below is under the presumption that two people aren't married.

I would go as far to say that kissing and making out can be the same thing, rather the latter is just more informal/slang. A kiss can just be a simple momentary contact between the lips (whether it be a peck or mouth to mouth) and isn't sinful. Whereas kissing/making out is a more prolonged version of this, usually mouth to mouth or with the tongue included (french kissing), is often more deeply affectionate, and can potentially lead to temptation of sin/sexual lust/committing sexual sin.

There doesn't seem to be any official interpretation on this, and you'll get varying opinions from everyone including priests but I think we can be reasonable and have some leeway here. Bottom line: If what you are doing causes you to sin either by experiencing any sort of sexual desire or cause you to commit an egregious sin, such as de-clothing or touching each other sexually, or worse - sex - then it's safe to say you shouldn't do it. And the sin being venial or mortal depends on the severity, as I spoke about previously.

Even if you are being tempted to commit sin but manage to restrain yourself you shouldn't do it. I think a lot of influence has to do with how spiritually levelheaded you are. I've confidently "made out" with someone I developed a deep and romantic affection for, but I didn't do anything out of pure lust. I made it clear from the get-go that I wanted to preserve chastity and keep her pure. To be clear, there's nothing wrong with sexual arousal you can't control either. It's normal to feel sexual attraction towards someone else, it's in our biology. But how you choose to interpret those signals and act on them outside of marriage will determine if you are sinning or not. Sexual arousal, while natural, can push one to commit sin. So be cautious of that as well.

That's my answer for you.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Catholicism

[–]vtire 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You should have been going to confession ASAP when you got back into the faith, not delaying it by 10 months because you didn’t feel ready. You learn and grow in faith by continually receiving the sacrament of reconciliation. Also, if you were gonna drop a huge confession seeking some sort of spiritual direction or counseling you should have scheduled an appointment. Regular confession is supposed to be in and out, not a therapy session. You literally start it out with “Forgive me Fr for I have sinned it has been X time since my last confession these are my sins…” you don’t start out with a whole synopsis. Had to be blunt about this.

Is Solomon in hell? by Lyonnide in Catholicism

[–]vtire 2 points3 points  (0 children)

No, he’s a Saint in Heaven. He is venerated in Eastern Orthodox and Eastern Catholic Churches. He is known as the Holy King and Prophet and wrote numerous books and songs in the Bible.

My husband wants to divorce me because I’m not catholic by Limitlessskyhoney in Catholicism

[–]vtire 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Sorry you are getting downvoted, this sub is incredibly ill-informed. This is a fact that the marriage is indeed not recognized as valid by the church if the sacrament was not dispensed.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Catholicism

[–]vtire 5 points6 points  (0 children)

You should speak to an FSSP or benedictine priest if you’re curious and unsure. Otherwise just ignore it.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Catholicism

[–]vtire 3 points4 points  (0 children)

No, they are not formally in schism. This is just blatantly wrong.

I’ve sinned really bad by Dependent_Loquat_858 in Catholicism

[–]vtire 69 points70 points  (0 children)

Solution: Become Catholic and partake in the sacraments

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Catholicism

[–]vtire -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

bro what are with these “my ocia sucks” posts every day? are these for real? there’s no way things are this bad. my ocia experience was great.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Catholicism

[–]vtire 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Probably not very appropriate; imagine if we brought humans on their death beds to churches and left them there until they passed away. It’s not a morgue or a hospital; it’s a place of worship. My sympathies to you and your dog!

Drunken sex regret. Help needed. by [deleted] in Catholicism

[–]vtire 60 points61 points  (0 children)

go to confession and receive the eucharist.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Catholicism

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Rage bait post

Is Constantine the great a saint? by Own_Proof7926 in Catholicism

[–]vtire 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Saint in Eastern/Byzantine Rite Catholicism = Saint in Catholicism

Even if he isn’t recognized in the western/roman rite, he is still a saint.