as i mentioned earlier i am going through rcia... my question is to those of you who have went through this..what was your experience and how has it changed your life?
i find that i have a more peace of mind and meaning to life
2007-10-13 07:02:18 · 7 answers · asked by Mindy S 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Catholics often say "welcome home" to converts; when I went through RCIA I found out why. I was absolutely certain that I had finally come home.
Welcome home to you also, my sister.
2007-10-13 07:30:04 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I teach RCIA in my parish. Yes, peace of mind and purpose in life are always the result of drawing closer to God. And becoming a more active and knowledgeable member of the Body of Christ, His Church, always brings us closer to Him.
2007-10-13 14:22:25 · answer #2 · answered by PaulCyp 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It should be a great help. In my group there is a lot of sharing of experiences. And the instructor encourages us to ask questions. Its nice to be in a place where answers not only come from the Bible, but are supported by history and philosophy as well.
It is amazing to me to understand how many of our Protestant traditions can only be traced back to the 16th century while the Catholic ones go back to the first century or even back to Jewish customs.
2007-10-13 14:16:16 · answer #3 · answered by Dr. D 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I went through it at a time when I still thought religion could bring me some kind of peace of mind. It worked for a little while, but then the same pesky logical problems came and destroyed my fantasy again. I know now that any religion is just an artificial construct and can bring no lasting peace.
2007-10-13 14:13:44 · answer #4 · answered by mommanuke 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
I used to be a Roman Catholic until I started doing research on the history of catholicism. All catholics should read the historical,documented book by Eric Jon Phelps, Vatican Assassins.
2007-10-13 15:55:40 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
good for you. yes really try to live the faith, and keep going regularly to the sacraments. spiritually on may have ups and downs, but i am convinced that in the long run we are better when we stay consistent.
Peace+
2007-10-13 14:23:05 · answer #6 · answered by Daniel F 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Good luck. I've not had that experience.
2007-10-13 14:06:59 · answer #7 · answered by theladygeorge 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋