Posts by Trigger

Spanking is not supported in the Bible, i.e. the "spare the rod" passage .... that has been misinterpreted for ages. Good theologians and true Bible scholars will note that "the rod" was a tool utilized by shepherds to GUIDE...

We always have a service, I've never heard of just going for ashes.

I can't see why in the world the annulment process might take YEARS .... it shouldn't, unless the former wife will be difficult to locate, impaired in some way, uncooperative, or some such thing.   I pray that things will go...

I did her Ascent Psalms study (on my own, with the workbook) 2 years ago and I absoluitely loved it ..... it was exactly what I needed at that time in my life, and I go back to it often.   I've had the "Breaking Free" workbook...

Quote: Originally Posted by JMJ    Trigger, you are entitled to your own opinions, but please keep in mind the stated purpose of this thread.  This is not the place to try to "work toward change" in...

Quote: Originally Posted by tiqa  Hi there.   I see this thread isn't super-duper active, but I thought I'd pop in on it in case anyone was lurking.   I was born into a Catholic...

Quote: Originally Posted by Trigger     There was a lot of discussion in my workshops over why they didn't simply take out the word "men" in the Creed, and have it state "for us and for...

If fasting could compromise your health in any way, you are exempt from the obligation.   Our diocese has Spiritual Directors who offer guidance and counsel for a nominal fee (on a sliding scale .... I believe that they will...

Quote: Originally Posted by Attila the Honey  EFMom - excellent points.   Trigger - very conservative, we have a very conservative and outspoken bishop.   PoppyMama - I should...

What's the general tone of your diocese?