tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post4795648904126453928..comments2024-03-21T04:02:46.799-07:00Comments on Little Catholic Bubble: Bubble Comments that deserve a second look...Leila@LittleCatholicBubblehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09357573787143230160noreply@blogger.comBlogger36125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-21367597569095979162011-09-06T09:52:27.029-07:002011-09-06T09:52:27.029-07:00HoE,
Do you think this situation (not uncommon) w...HoE,<br /><br />Do you think this situation (not uncommon) with sperm donor kids is a good thing?<br /><br />http://www.nytimes.com/2011/09/06/health/06donor.html?_r=2&hp<br /><br />I think it's horrific, and I think even people who used to support sperm donation think so, too.Leila@LittleCatholicBubblehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09357573787143230160noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-15831138068590614272011-09-05T16:41:35.053-07:002011-09-05T16:41:35.053-07:00H, so you don't agree, then, with the views of...H, so you don't agree, then, with the views of those in the Salon article? You have never wondered who your father was, and never missed out on having a father? If not, you are very rare indeed.<br /><br />Blessings!Leila@LittleCatholicBubblehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09357573787143230160noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-1174244220386657652011-09-05T12:06:10.678-07:002011-09-05T12:06:10.678-07:00My mom's had me with the help of a sperm donor...My mom's had me with the help of a sperm donor. I'm college educated, 22 years old, about to open my own business. I'm a woman seeing a great man, hoping to be engaged within the next 2 years. I'm happy, healthy, loved and had an amazing up bringing. I wish there were LESS judgmental people out there. You are all so close minded and HURTFUL.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-88955887928008420122011-08-30T16:48:02.300-07:002011-08-30T16:48:02.300-07:00Miss Gwen- I'm so excited that you are attend...Miss Gwen- I'm so excited that you are attending a Mass. I remember attending Masses with my aunt as a child and being rather awestruck by them.<br /><br />Of course, I grew up in a more atheist-leaning agnostic household. In fact the only reason I ended up at a Catholic high school for soph/jun/sen years was because it was located down the street from my house when I applied. After I accepted and decided to go there, we moved out to the country and was 25 min away. I ended up at a Catholic college, but that's only because the main building of the campus had a similar vibe to my high school which I thought would make the transition easier. <br /><br />On the other hand, my entire life is a long host of examples of how the Holy Spirit helps guide us toward a path of holiness, even when we ignore Him. <br /><br />And trust me, I'm still amazed about how the entire chapel at my college should've burst into flames when I walked down the aisle at my wedding, knowing full well who I was at the time. Are you kidding me? There are days when I'm almost afraid the Holy Water at the entrances is going to start boiling if I put my hand in. (Ridiculous, I know, but still...)<br /><br />:)Bethanyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00726068736912870899noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-77731766752061752632011-08-30T16:23:37.973-07:002011-08-30T16:23:37.973-07:00A church is a hospital for sinners, not a museum f...A church is a hospital for sinners, not a museum for saints.<br />-- also attributed to L.L.Nash (late 1800's) ... can't find anything further backChris (Longmont, CO)https://www.blogger.com/profile/01165770738057751820noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-29207439233220682142011-08-30T16:20:11.259-07:002011-08-30T16:20:11.259-07:00It is not the healthy who need a doctor, but the s...It is not the healthy who need a doctor, but the sick. I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance.<br />-- Jesus Christ <br /><br />A church is a hospital for sinners, not a museum for saints.<br />-- Abigail Van BurenChris (Longmont, CO)https://www.blogger.com/profile/01165770738057751820noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-9473580821669967512011-08-30T13:18:26.052-07:002011-08-30T13:18:26.052-07:00One more point for Gwen: If you are going to a dai...One more point for Gwen: If you are going to a daily (as opposed to Sunday) mass, there might not be a recitation of the Creed, nor a homily necessarily. But the main parts are still there. And most of the folks in attendance at the daily mass are humble souls.Leila@LittleCatholicBubblehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09357573787143230160noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-21192098441719224272011-08-30T11:37:51.870-07:002011-08-30T11:37:51.870-07:00And, actually, the Church exists for our sinful pr...And, actually, the Church exists for our sinful presence. When you enter the church doors and take your place for Mass, you're in the good company of sinful humans who are there knowing full well that they bring their sinful presence to that altar for forgiveness, mercy, and healing.<br /><br />I hope the interior if that church has a larger than life crucifix hanging up. I hope when you set eyes on that image, that it will be a powerful moment for you. Christ will be there, arms wide open, saying through the Spirit, "Gwen, how happy I am to see you here with me and with everyone else." And through the Mass, any sin that is venial is wiped away in you and in all who attend with you.Nubbyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15972118374098863290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-50080701339862145032011-08-30T11:24:35.676-07:002011-08-30T11:24:35.676-07:00Miss G - I hope you enjoy Mass! I am pretty sure a...Miss G - I hope you enjoy Mass! I am pretty sure a few churches would have already burned down with my sinful presence in it too. Actually, when I was 15 (and my dad had just converted to Catholicism and was driving me CRAZY with his religious zeal), a priest approached me after Mass to let me know that if "looks could kill," mine would have had him on the floor. I guess I didn't look happy to be there??? :) But the church still stands today, and I am actually friends with this priest now. So yeah, don't worry about being "perfect". No one else in the pews is perfect, that's for sure!Sarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04966555296621723142noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-70315553056308076972011-08-30T11:07:35.156-07:002011-08-30T11:07:35.156-07:00If someone makes a mind-blowing comment in one of ...If someone makes a mind-blowing comment in one of your comment highlight posts, will it get highlighted? Heheh<br /><br />Miss G - hope you enjoy your experience at Mass! I was raised Catholic, but I know that when I first started to really understand what was happening during the Mass, my experience there completely changed.<br /><br />Leila, I think your blog is like a major RCIA class sometimes! Makes it a lot easier to learn from my couch as opposed to going to a catechism class at church :)Lieslhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04568652187821916186noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-62329918059996916062011-08-30T10:23:03.804-07:002011-08-30T10:23:03.804-07:00I'll be thinking of you tomorrow Gwen, I hope ...I'll be thinking of you tomorrow Gwen, I hope your curiosity is satisfied. :-)<br /><br />Since we're on the subject, may I suggest perhaps in the future, if you should continue to be curious of the Catholic Church, going to Catholicism classes? The classes are for those who want to become Catholic, but it's open to all, for any reason. Even if you have no intention of turning Catholic, some of your questions about the Catholic Faith may be answered. You can pick and choose what class you want to go to (usually they have an itinerary of what they will discuss)and there is no obligation to continue if you don't want to. There is also usually a question and answer time for after class. And it's free. <br />Every Catholic church has this class, you should find it in the bulletin or call the parish office for more information.<br /><br />Just something to consider for the future, if you feel open to it.Beckyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10451590537173713861noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-64599451717375503902011-08-30T09:53:08.989-07:002011-08-30T09:53:08.989-07:00Beautiful church, Gwen! I echo Nubby's sentime...Beautiful church, Gwen! I echo Nubby's sentiments.JoAnna Wahlundhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09942928659520676271noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-4601370751266514682011-08-30T09:50:43.926-07:002011-08-30T09:50:43.926-07:00Miss G.,
I think it's really great that you a...Miss G., <br />I think it's really great that you are going to Mass to see what it's all about. Kudos to you!<br /><br /> I have taken some Protestant friends of mine and it can be very confusing and intimidating when everyone knows when to sit, stand, and kneel and you don't. The Mass is done in two parts, the Liturgy of the Word (scripture) and the Liturgy of the Eucharist. We read an Old Testament reading which usually foreshadows or connects to the New Testament reading for that day, then we read or sing a psalm (again, Old Testament) and then we stand for the gospel because when Jesus speaks we stand to honor Him. After the gospel the Priest says a homily about the scripture readings and then the Liturgy of the Eucharist begins. The Mass is a remembrance of the Last Supper, and the word remembrance Jesus used originally meant "to make present"...so we are making present the one true sacrifice of Jesus Christ. This has been done since the beginning of the Church, after His death. At the moment when the Priest holds up the Chalice and the bread, they are changed in an instant by God. And when we receive them our venial sins (not mortal) are washed away, we take in Christ's body, blood, soul, and divinity, and we receive special graces. I find myself yearning to receive the Eucharist by the time Saturday rolls around. <br /><br />Anyway, I grew up Catholic and never really paid attention to why we did what we did, but the Mass is so much more exciting when you actually know what is going on up there and all around you. Usually during Mass when we are reciting the Creed (We believe in one God, the Father Almighty...) or saying the Our Father the Holy Spirit can be felt in such a way that I literally feel His graces being poured out upon the congregation.Mandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01347616073655350336noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-18619649389635810972011-08-30T09:46:02.007-07:002011-08-30T09:46:02.007-07:00Thanks for the tips. I do remember asking for a bl...Thanks for the tips. I do remember asking for a blessing instead of receiving communion from my days at Episcopal middle school. I will do some reading up on Saint Phillip Neri.<br /><br />-gwenMiss Ghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02503676176409924845noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-12001066100519107112011-08-30T09:23:27.819-07:002011-08-30T09:23:27.819-07:00Nubby, good reminder, as even Catholics I know don...Nubby, good reminder, as even Catholics I know don't receive for many reasons. I used to receive in a state of mortal sin as a Catholic, Lord have mercy! But non-Catholics (grace-filled or not) cannot receive, as the reception of Our Lord is a sign of our unity and belief in the Church. But Miss Gwen, you can cross your hands over your chest and the priest will give you a blessing (or, in our parish they say "receive Jesus into your heart", as a spiritual communion), if you do decide to go up at Communion time.<br /><br />St. Philip Neri is a joyful, amazing saint! And that church looks wonderful. I love historic churches and missions! Have a wonderful experience, and I wish I could go with you, ha ha! We would have some coffee after. :)Leila@LittleCatholicBubblehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09357573787143230160noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-14645083326997453232011-08-30T09:15:10.714-07:002011-08-30T09:15:10.714-07:00I'm sure the priest will be happy to answer an...I'm sure the priest will be happy to answer any questions you may have after celebrating the mass. <br /><br />At communion time, just be sure to refrain from receiving, as you may already know. Only Catholics in a state of grace should receive.Nubbyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15972118374098863290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-28705499503257569682011-08-30T09:10:00.299-07:002011-08-30T09:10:00.299-07:00No, going on my own. I've always been curious ...No, going on my own. I've always been curious about attending a service in this beautiful and historical church in town:<br /><br />http://www.sanfelipedeneri.org/default.htmlMiss Ghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02503676176409924845noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-10803481488679503212011-08-30T09:05:00.394-07:002011-08-30T09:05:00.394-07:00I think that is awesome, Gwen. I know all of heave...I think that is awesome, Gwen. I know all of heaven is joyfully waiting for you to celebrate in the Mass. Will be interested in hearing your thoughts after you attend. <br /><br />Will offer prayers thru Mary today that you have a joyful and grace filled experience in Christ's actual presence.Nubbyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15972118374098863290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-75032248015374407552011-08-30T09:01:59.188-07:002011-08-30T09:01:59.188-07:00Miss G, I would have long ago burned down the alta...Miss G, I would have long ago burned down the altar myself if a "sinful presence" did that, ha ha. <br /><br />I am interested to see what you think! Are you going with a friend?Leila@LittleCatholicBubblehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09357573787143230160noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-73539301288870345112011-08-30T08:55:41.373-07:002011-08-30T08:55:41.373-07:00JoAnna, wow! I love Sheen. Isn't it amazing th...JoAnna, wow! I love Sheen. Isn't it amazing that Archbishop Sheen had a prime time show on NBC and all of America (all creeds, not just Catholic!) loved him and watched him weekly??<br /><br />My how things have changed.Leila@LittleCatholicBubblehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09357573787143230160noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-42857745384719592012011-08-30T08:51:08.249-07:002011-08-30T08:51:08.249-07:00P.S. I'm off to Mass tomorrow at a local churc...P.S. I'm off to Mass tomorrow at a local church to see what it's all about. Let's hope I don't burn down the altar with my sinful presence.Miss Ghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02503676176409924845noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-28266646317694899992011-08-30T08:49:38.970-07:002011-08-30T08:49:38.970-07:00Yes Leila, I find Chaput's comment very intere...Yes Leila, I find Chaput's comment very interesting since, like I said before, I did not realize that tolerance is not a virtue.<br /><br />I would generally agree that tolerance of evil is unacceptable but that opens a can of worms because many of the things you consider immoral/evil, I don't. <br /><br />Anyways, thanks again for the clarificationMiss Ghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02503676176409924845noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-83021975197756006972011-08-30T08:42:59.092-07:002011-08-30T08:42:59.092-07:00I love this, by the late Archbishop Fulton J. Shee...I love <a href="http://www.catholiceducation.org/articles/apologetics/ap0014.html" rel="nofollow">this</a>, by the late Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen:<br /><br /><i>Christian love bears evil, but it does not tolerate it.<br /><br />It does penance for the sins of others, but it is not broadminded about sin.<br /><br />The cry for tolerance never induces it to quench its hatred of the evil philosophies that have entered into contest with the Truth.<br /><br />It forgives the sinner, and it hates the sin; it is unmerciful to the error in his mind.<br /><br />The sinner it will always take back into the bosom of the Mystical Body;<br />but his lie will never be taken into the treasury of His Wisdom.<br /><br />Real love involves real hatred:<br />whoever has lost the power of moral indignation and the urge to drive the buyers and sellers from the temples<br />has also lost a living, fervent love of Truth.<br /><br />Charity, then, is not a mild philosophy of "live and let live";<br />it is not a species of sloppy sentiment.<br /><br />Charity is the infusion of the Spirit of God,<br />which makes us love the beautiful and hate the morally ugly. </i>JoAnna Wahlundhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09942928659520676271noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-13735724597413896932011-08-30T08:35:18.179-07:002011-08-30T08:35:18.179-07:00Leila
Thanks for clarifying that tolerance of sin ...Leila<br />Thanks for clarifying that tolerance of sin is not virtuous. Thanks for clarifying that we are to love the sinner, hate the sin. Thanks for sharing the truth of the Church's life giving teachings. You're a very good teacher!Nubbyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15972118374098863290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-6878935887541608672011-08-30T08:34:43.735-07:002011-08-30T08:34:43.735-07:00Miss G, I'm guessing you are referring to this...Miss G, I'm guessing you are referring to this quote by the wonderful (Native American) Archbishop of Philadelphia (formerly Denver):<br /><br />"We need to remember that tolerance is not a Christian virtue. Charity, justice, mercy, prudence, honesty -- these are Christian virtues. And obviously, in a diverse community, tolerance is an important working principle. But it's never an end itself. In fact, tolerating grave evil within a society is itself a form of serious evil." - Archbishop Chaput<br /><br />Tolerance, while being an important working principle, has never been one of the traditional virtues. Charity (agape love) is much higher.<br /><br />Would you agree that toleration of grave evil is in itself a form of evil?Leila@LittleCatholicBubblehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09357573787143230160noreply@blogger.com