After some spiritual searching, traditional Catholicism is my new home

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I had been doing some spiritual searching, ended up at a few Orthodox Church parishes. One was a rare “Western Rite Orthodox” parish. But I had been wavering around. I finally spoke to the chaplain at CUA to ask what he thought of it. His words basically broke down to “I think you are searching for a more mystical and mysterious liturgical experience as well as a way to follow your faith in general.” He then proceeded to recommend the Eastern Catholic parishes near the school, the Anglican Use, OR the TLM. So I went to the TLM in DC and as the priest and altar servers walked during the processional, I looked at the processional cross and this wave of relief and genuine happiness came right over me. It was so comforting.

So now, I’m looking for a few books and other stuff to acquire to assist me in my spiritual journey. Thinking of constructing a little shrine/prayer corner as well, but not sure what to put in it. Any ideas?
 
I’m glad you have found what you are looking for. It might be good just to attend the liturgy and take it all in for some time. After a period of time, look at getting a daily missal for the Latin Mass for use when you attend. Included in the missal will be daily prayers for you to pray as a prayer rule.

You may want to purchase a book such at The Latin Mass Explained, which will help in your understanding of what it going on during the mass.

Good luck on your spiritual journey.
 
Farmer88 said:
So now, I’m looking for a few books and other stuff to acquire to assist me in my spiritual journey. Thinking of constructing a little shrine/prayer corner as well, but not sure what to put in it. Any ideas?
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My prayer corner has a picture of the sacred heart, a crucifix, a small Mary statue, and also two angel icons. It’s one of my favorite places.
 
Check out the material (and in general be in touch with the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter), there is a wonderful book called “Discovering the Mass”.

Be careful, however, because some groups hold views that somehow are rooted on disobedience to the Church, which is not good. Who celebrates the TLM? Is it a diocesan priest? FSSP? A religious order? SSPX?
 
If you are drawn to the mystical aspects of the faith (I am too)…Check out the book in my signature…It’s a great help, easy to read…and reread…👍

Also, I agree with the above poster who said, to take your time and just soak in the EF for a while.

Peace
James
 
R_C said:
Check out the material (and in general be in touch with the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter), there is a wonderful book called “Discovering the Mass”.

Be careful, however, because some groups hold views that somehow are rooted on disobedience to the Church, which is not good. Who celebrates the TLM? Is it a diocesan priest? FSSP? A religious order? SSPX?
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Diocesan. I do my research, very diligently. I refuse to attend an SSPX parish until they rejoin, regardless of my desire to attend one. Learned my lesson after almost accidentally attending an SSPV(!) parish back home. That was a close one.
 
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Diocesan. I do my research, very diligently. I refuse to attend an SSPX parish until they rejoin, regardless of my desire to attend one. Learned my lesson after almost accidentally attending an SSPV(!) parish back home. That was a close one.
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I am glad to read this 🙂 Diocesan and FSSP are fine in that sense, and I hear that some religious orders celebrate the Extraordinary Form as well (or a very close form specific to their order).
 
R_C said:
Check out the material (and in general be in touch with the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter), there is a wonderful book called “Discovering the Mass”.

Be careful, however, because some groups hold views that somehow are rooted on disobedience to the Church, which is not good. Who celebrates the TLM? Is it a diocesan priest? FSSP? A religious order? SSPX?
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Right now, the only regular options in the DC metro area are diocesan.

I am a parishioner at St. Mary, Mother of God in DC’s Chinatown. We have several excellent priests and scholas, and a packed social hour after every 9am Latin Mass. If anyone is ever looking for a TLM in DC, look us up!
 
Rich_C said:
Right now, the only regular options in the DC metro area are diocesan.

I am a parishioner at St. Mary, Mother of God in DC’s Chinatown. We have several excellent priests and scholas, and a packed social hour after every 9am Latin Mass. If anyone is ever looking for a TLM in DC, look us up!
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You probably know my brother-in-law 🙂 He was at St. Mary’s for ~4 years while studying at CUA. Just came back this Spring.

God Bless
 
bilop said:
You probably know my brother-in-law 🙂 He was at St. Mary’s for ~4 years while studying at CUA. Just came back this Spring.

God Bless
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It’s a small world, so who knows? CUA students are very blessed to have a TLM that’s so accessible. I’ve met more than a few. Did you ever get to visit the church with him?
 
Rich_C said:
It’s a small world, so who knows? CUA students are very blessed to have a TLM that’s so accessible. I’ve met more than a few. Did you ever get to visit the church with him?
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I wish it were more accessable, i.e. on campus. Tried that one twice to no avail. I personally think it is ridiculous to not have a TLM at THE Catholic University of America, but oh well. The old chapel is (mostly) set up for one as well. It is missing an altar rail, but I’m sure there are other churches that have a TLM that are missing an altar rail as well.
 
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