I am not Catholic but a new follower of Jesus. Baptized almost 6 years ago at the age of 62, grew up in an atheist house of Jewish heritage where no customs or religious observations were practiced. My voluntary journey was a result of a fully blessed life but looking for happiness and purpose in career, volunteer activities, hobbies and everything else but God since I had no knowledge of God. But finally realized that was the only thing that would fill the hole in my heart. And I have dedicated most of my life since then reading scripture, Bible studies, church activities and good works. Now I know all of those blessings were from God, the tough times were His invitation to follow Jesus and to build my character. I love your letters and the Pope. And I know if I did not have the faith I have been developing, the chiming of true followers, the wisdom to discern Christian Nationalism cult, I would have no hope or joy right now given the horrors surrounding us in this country. My faith gives me the courage to speak out, knowing many of my friends and family are MAGA and our relationships are strained or broken. But I look up to my God who knows what is happening, has a plan I can't comprehend and will win over evil.
I will say as a convert to Catholicism who is long-lapsed, the current direction of everything has me looking at parishes again. Global direction and local messages from the pews can be pretty disjoint. We'll see.
Yes, there is also a non-Catholic religious left and we are with you! (Presbyterian here and with others of many denominations!) There is much that unites us and very little about which we disagree - theologically or politically!
In today’s world religion can be applied to many things in life. There are a lot who don’t understand that religion is ! They decided to be agnostic. That is their belief. Thank you for the article Chris, I hope you enjoyed your interview today. I am busy trying to get my dinner on the table. My prayers go to this country, and to Pope Leo. ♌️.
There is nothing partisan in following Christ. I believe the Holy Spirt lead the path for Pope Leo at this time. May all people hear his words. Thank you for this substack. It is a blessing in my life. 🙏
I am not Catholic but a new follower of Jesus. Baptized almost 6 years ago at the age of 62, grew up in an atheist house of Jewish heritage where no customs or religious observations were practiced. My voluntary journey was a result of a fully blessed life but looking for happiness and purpose in career, volunteer activities, hobbies and everything else but God since I had no knowledge of God. But finally realized that was the only thing that would fill the hole in my heart. And I have dedicated most of my life since then reading scripture, Bible studies, church activities and good works. Now I know all of those blessings were from God, the tough times were His invitation to follow Jesus and to build my character. I love your letters and the Pope. And I know if I did not have the faith I have been developing, the chiming of true followers, the wisdom to discern Christian Nationalism cult, I would have no hope or joy right now given the horrors surrounding us in this country. My faith gives me the courage to speak out, knowing many of my friends and family are MAGA and our relationships are strained or broken. But I look up to my God who knows what is happening, has a plan I can't comprehend and will win over evil.
I will say as a convert to Catholicism who is long-lapsed, the current direction of everything has me looking at parishes again. Global direction and local messages from the pews can be pretty disjoint. We'll see.
Yes, there is also a non-Catholic religious left and we are with you! (Presbyterian here and with others of many denominations!) There is much that unites us and very little about which we disagree - theologically or politically!
Amen
Amen!
In today’s world religion can be applied to many things in life. There are a lot who don’t understand that religion is ! They decided to be agnostic. That is their belief. Thank you for the article Chris, I hope you enjoyed your interview today. I am busy trying to get my dinner on the table. My prayers go to this country, and to Pope Leo. ♌️.
There is nothing partisan in following Christ. I believe the Holy Spirt lead the path for Pope Leo at this time. May all people hear his words. Thank you for this substack. It is a blessing in my life. 🙏