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Question

I'm thinking of converting from judaism to the catholic religion. Tell me, has the catholic faith helped at all? What do I need to do to convert if i do decide to do it?

Answer 1

>>I'm thinking of converting from judaism to the catholic religion.<<

Wonderful! I myself am a convert to Catholicism from Deism. I would love to read your conversion story.

>>Tell me, has the catholic faith helped at all?<<

It has helped me to be a better person, if that is what you mean. I certainly feel like it has helped me get on, and stay on, the path to Heaven.

>>What do I need to do to convert if i do decide to do it?<<

Call your local Catholic church and ask about RCIA (conversion classes).

You are probably already familiar with these sites, but just in case:

http://hebrewcatholic.org/
http://www.remnantofisrael.net/
http://www.secondexodus.com/
http://www.salvationisfromthejews.com/

Answer 2

Pastor Billy says: Meg has provided some excellent sites for source material I suggest you examine them. Catholicism is the only Christian community in the West today that has retained the ancient Christian mysticism. For me trying to live a sacramental life has greatly helped in my day to day spiritual relationship with God and my responsibilities in the home and society.

To convert you will have to enter the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults class at the local Catholic parish. This runs about 10 months long with usually taking up one or two evenings weekly of study during that time. This is a time of not only study but prayer and discernment so don't rush yourself. Good Luck and Peace be with you.

ignore Jill she's been brainwashed with anti-catholic hate literature and/or an unrepentant sin such as birth-control. The majority of former Catholics like jill I've run into either never really knew their faith or had some bad experience with another individual Catholic and decided to blame the entire Church for their discomfort.

oh try searching the ewtn site for the story of br. bob fishman

Answer 3

The Catholic faith has been a source of peace and comfort to me ever since I converted over thirty years ago. I'm very content with my religion.

Make an appointment to talk to a priest about the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults. He'll be able to answer your questions in more detail and get you started.

G-d bless you!

Answer 4

I don't know what you mean by the catholic faith helping... helping what? me? then, in what way? too many questions on that but
anyway, to convert, all you have to do is go to a church and talk to the priest about converting. they will walk you through a number of steps including going through a one year "catacistic" period in which you along with other converts study the new testament and learn about being catholic and a christian. the main thing to remember is that you have to accept Jesus as your savior in order to be a christian so that will be the "biggie" for you .
If you are ready for that, then go for it!!
i might say that even though i am catholic, it may be easier for you to "transist" into christianity by going to a protestant religion. They are not as rigid on thier rules for becoming a "christian" or joining in the church.

Answer 5

Your first question is very provocative. It would probably depend on who you ask.

I think the world is a much better place with Catholicism that it would be without it.

Here are just a few contributions of Catholicism and Catholics to the world:
+ The Bible: http://www.catholicapologetics.net/apolo_21.htm
+ World Peace: http://www.usip.org/pubs/specialreports/sr69.html
+ Ecumenism: http://www.usccb.org/seia/
+ Literature: http://www.catholic-pages.com/dir/literature.asp
+ Hospitals and Health Care: http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/07480a.htm

+ Converting or Just Questions +

If you are interested in joining or just learning more about the Catholic Church, contact your local parish and ask about information about their RCIA Inquiry group.

You can go and ask any questions you want.

This is the first step in RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) but you can stop at any time.

There is no obligation to become a Catholic.

+ With love and prayers in Christ.

Answer 6

ever play that game with Link and Zelda?
There's this guy and he goes on a quest and he comes across these treasure boxes, and some have rupees, some have useful items, some have hearts. You upgrade your weapons to defeat an unnamable evil. It's an awesome game, and man, it's kind a like the Catholic church.

Or maybe this: there was this ship, and it was the biggest, most beautiful ship on the sea, and around that ship there were many other ships. Some tried to fire upon the big ship, and other ships hung back watching the battle to see how it would turn out. Being on the big ship is the shiznik, man.

Answer 7

Becoming Catholic is not easy but it is worth it. I was baptized Catholic as an infant, went to Catholic school and made my first Communion and Confirmation. Now my children are fallowing in my shoes. I have always loved the sense of community that comes from the Church. On any given Sunday throughout the world each church is reading the same reading from the Bible. I also love the graces that we receive from God through the Sacraments. It is a journey that is long but well worth it. God bless you and I will say an extra prayer for you.

Answer 8

The world is convinced that Roman Catholicism is Christianity?

I'll let you examine the Bible, even the Catholic Bible and soon you'll discovers the obvious difference and the many distinct contradictions that exist between Catholicism and True Biblical Christianity.

Answer 9

The Catholic faith has helped me a lot. We pray to God and Jesus and follow the Bible.
Talk to a local Priest and he will tell you how to become a Catholic. Welcome!

God Bless You

Answer 10

go talk to a priest at the closest church you can find. if you finally feel you want to convert you go through Adult Religious Ed classes and you end up getting baptised, communion, and confirmation.