Are you Catholic?

Question

I am,but i disagree with a lot of our ways,do you?

Answer 1

After reading this,

http://www.reformation.org/holocaus.html#Contents

I don't think anyone should be a Catholic....such hypocrites....

Answer 2

Dear Friend,
I have been a Catholic since I was born. There have been times when I didn't think I agreed enough with what I then understood to be church teachings to call myself a true "Catholic." There are some teachings that I still don't understand or appreciate fully.

I figure that there are many, many things in life--even simple things that I do not understand. For example, I can accept the idea that my refrigerator keeps things cold, without having to understand about freon. I can accept that if I use the hairdryer in the bathtub while I am in it, that I will be electricuted. I accept this even though I can't see and don't understand electricity and have never actually known anyone who died drying their hair while in the bathtub. I figure that if I can accept these "simple" things, that I can also accept certain things about my Faith without having total understanding. I even might struggle with certain teachings, but because I disagree does not mean that the teachings are incorrect. More probably it means that my human understanding and humility might be limited and/or incorrect.

What I can also tell you is that it is good you are reflecting on church practices and teachings--especially if you are doing so with prayer and with the intent of drawing closer to the Lord. It may be uncomfortable for you at times, yet asking discerning questions about our Faith is OK. Be patient and listen carefully to where your conscience--that still small voice--guides you.

One idea you might want to explore is to sign up to participate in a Rite of Christian Initiatiion for Adults program (RCIA) at your church or at a neighboring parish. Sometimes, as we move on our individual faith journeys, we need to re-think and sometimes refresh and re-learn things we think we know. Often learning--and asking questions--along with others helps. Yes, I know you will say you already are a Catholic and already "know" the teachings, however, an RCIA program led by thoughtful people might provide new perspectives and insights that will be helpful to you. And there is a good chance that you will meet some wonderful people, too!

The more years that go by, the more confidentlly I know that Faith is a precious gift! And I definitely know that God works in mysterious ways! May God bless you on this part of your journey.

Answer 3

I am a Catholic of the Roman Rite and believe in 100% of the teachings of the Church. You practicaly have to once you have studied as much philosophy, science, history, and theology as I have. Though I should say that you do not need nearly as much education as I do to agree with the teachings of the Church.

My guess is that you were taught poorly and that is why you disagree. It is a shame that so many people over the last few decades were so poorly taught.

Answer 4

My husband calls himself a "recovering catholic". I was raised lutheran, and there are many similarities between the two.

We currently attend a non-denominational christian church that teaches straight out of the bible. Many things taught in the catholic and lutheran faiths go directly against what is in the bible. If you disagree with "a lot of our ways", maybe you should search out other churches - that will teach you the truth. If you keep searching, sincerely, for the truth, God will reveal it.

Answer 5

Yes, I started out from your point of view at age 18. Then I studied it because if was my heritage. The deeper I dig the better I like it. But I do disagree with many things that are going on in the American church.

Goes against scripture? If it wasn't for the church there would be no scripture! What Bible is Josa reading?

Answer 6

Surely by continuing to be a Catholic you are condoning the ways you are critical of, Plus Catholic pedophilia

Answer 7

Many Catholics do not always beleive on all of the teachings of the church. One only has to be at a Bishops metting to see the disagreements at times.

Answer 8

No, I agree with pretty much everything the Catholic Church teaches.

Answer 9

i am not catholic. but i would say that u should try something else if u disagree with it.

Answer 10

Are you familiar with the history of the church?

Atheism is the only logical choice.

The Catholic church (or someone who founded the Catholic church) forged documents to support the "Trinity."

Click on the link if you don't believe that is true.

Answer 11

I was..grew up Catholic..i stopped believing what they taught so i looked to other religions and changed to Islam.. it is was what i believe in..