Appointment W/ A Priest

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I am planning on making arrangements to meet with a priest to talk about becoming Catholic, upon the recommendation of others.

The first time, I went into it with just one thing to ask about in mind, and it ended up…not so awesome. It appears there was some misunderstanding and I was misinformed about a few things. But that put aside- I don’t want to mess this one up.:o

SO, for someone interested in becoming Catholic, what should I plan to talk about/ask (in a normal situation) with the Priest?

I admit to being kind of nervous about the whole thing, but I really want to pursue Catholicism, so any insight on what is expected in a normal session like this with a Priest is appreciated!😃
 
Really? For me, I just found a RCIA poster in the Newman Center, got in touch with someone who was Catholic and head of the religious org on my campus and e-mailed the deacon.

Okay. So I didn’t talk to a priest beforehand but I don’t think you have to plan to say anything in particular. I just walked right in, introduced myself to the deacon and was myself. He would probably ask about your background and why you’re interested in the faith and stuff like that.
 
SeekingDaughter said:
I am planning on making arrangements to meet with a priest to talk about becoming Catholic, upon the recommendation of others.

The first time, I went into it with just one thing to ask about in mind, and it ended up…not so awesome. It appears there was some misunderstanding and I was misinformed about a few things. But that put aside- I don’t want to mess this one up.:o

SO, for someone interested in becoming Catholic, what should I plan to talk about/ask (in a normal situation) with the Priest?

I admit to being kind of nervous about the whole thing, but I really want to pursue Catholicism, so any insight on what is expected in a normal session like this with a Priest is appreciated!😃
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It all depends on the priest and his personality, but I would expect it to be pretty laid back.

Since there was an issue with him before, I would start the meeting off with total humility.

Maybe talk about how grateful you are that God has put a love in your heart for him and his Church.

Then tell him how you’d really like to learn more about Catholicism and ask if the parish offers an RCIA program.

Then let him take it from there.
 
Do you have specific questions on doctrine from your previous denomination or something? You mentioned misunderstanding and it messing up the one thing you wanted to ask prior.

I’d peg down:
  1. anything which is preventing you from fully giving yourself to the Catholic Church as a member i.e. Doctrinal misunderstanding, etc.
  2. why, exactly, you are looking into the Catholic Church. i.e. Appearance of truth (don’t worry, it’s there for real!) ? Not giving into the world? Doctrines you have researched and find yourself in agreement with? etc.
When I went in to “feel it out”, I mainly asked about my former marriage and the annulment process. It was kinda funny though, by the time I sat down in the priest’s office, I resolved myself to whatever the diocesan tribunal decides regarding annulment. Every other doctrine I’d grown up ignorant of or misinformed on, I’d already rectified prior.

Good luck and don’t be scared! He ain’t gonna bite you.

I’d definitely start with RCIA. It’s been a real help for pinging ideas off others and overall just being exposed to the RCC in a manner which is relaxed.

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Take your baptism certificate, if you have one or can get one.

Ask about getting a sponsor for RCIA or, at least, someone you can contact for any questions you may come up with later.

Ask about coming to Mass. What you can and cannot do at Mass.

Here is a link for the Catechism of the Catholic Church.

vatican.va/archive/ENG0015/_INDEX.HTM

There’s no reason why you can’t start reading it now.

Don’t be afraid to come here and ask questions.

🙂
 
TrueLight said:
Maybe talk about how grateful you are that God has put a love in your heart for him and his Church.
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Umm…given that there has been a history of misunderstandings, I’d re-word that one. 😉
 
Deo_Gratias42 said:
Umm…given that there has been a history of misunderstandings, I’d re-word that one. 😉
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Yup, I would also. I think also that you might find a different priest that the first one you met. If you have some Catholic friends, you might want to ask them for a recommendation for a pries t who is kind/compassionate. Priests, just like the rest of us, have different giftedness.

I wish you well on your journey and the company of companions with whom you can share deeply. You’ll be in my prayers.
 
Deo_Gratias42 said:
Umm…given that there has been a history of misunderstandings, I’d re-word that one. 😉
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Ohana said:
Yup, I would also. I think also that you might find a different priest that the first one you met. If you have some Catholic friends, you might want to ask them for a recommendation for a pries t who is kind/compassionate. Priests, just like the rest of us, have different giftedness.

I wish you well on your journey and the company of companions with whom you can share deeply. You’ll be in my prayers.
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It seems like you both think that means love for the priest and his Church. I’m pretty sure it meant love for God and God’s Church.
 
PrayForMeStJude said:
It seems like you both think that means love for the priest and his Church. I’m pretty sure it meant love for God and God’s Church.
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Yeah, that’s what I meant, ha ha.

“The Lord has given me a great love for him and his Holy Church”. 🙂
 
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