Catholics vow to raise children catholic

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Because when I ask my mother about attending the church I want, she will sometimes bring up how she has a duty to raise me catholic.
 
You wont make them sin. But we all would ask you to still go to Mass, and not receive a Communion in a separated Church.

If they prohibit you from attending, we would ask you to respect their decision and rule.

I would only encourage you to assure them you would respect those two Catholic principles of participating in other faith traditions.

And please stick around the forum and discuss your concerns and struggles with the Catholic faith. Maybe we could help. 😉
 
I appreciate everyone’s help, because this has been something I’ve been wanting to know for awhile.

@Ammi I’m set in my beliefs, and I love religious conversations but usually it ends up with someone trying to persuade me, and someone trying to tell me I’m wrong so no thanks. You seem really chill though, thanks for your help once again 🙂
 
Thanks. How old are you? Since we were kinda heatedly discussing different ages of Confirmation ages.
 
You say you are set in your belief, but have also shown that you have some fundamental misunderstandings of the Catholic faith.

How can you be set in leaving something you don’t truly understand?
 
Yes, there are many things I haven’t been taught about Catholicism, but I prayed about my situation and Heavenly Father’s answer is all I need.
 
I know Latter-Day Saints are not a very liked religion, but for anyone who reads this please be respectful towards my beliefs.
 
Well, I wont sugar coat it… the Catholic faith is quite opposed to the LDS faith.

No matter, you are a young sister in Christ. And the Catholic Church is definitely not opposed to you. Far from it. 😉

Hope we can have some fellowship.
 
Can I ask then, how did you come to conclude that the LDS church is true and the Catholic church false if you don’t know about the Catholic Church?

The Catholic Church was founded by Jesus Christ, the son of God, over 2000 years ago. The LDS church by a man in the 1800’s.
 
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I prayed to my Heavenly Father, who answered my prayer. Whether I was knowledgeable about Catholicism or not is irrelevant. You and I are both set in our beliefs, I think we should leave it here.
 
Ok, but why would you think that God is calling you away from the faith you were born in to?

I am asking you the same questions I have asked many students over the years. Most of them have no real answers either.

It is the job of parents and catechists to help you make an Informed decision. That can’t happen without discussion.
 
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You seem to be claiming private revelation as opposed to hearing what you believe to be Apostolic preaching or teaching. Is that accurate?
 
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Because when I ask my mother about attending the church I want, she will sometimes bring up how she has a duty to raise me catholic.
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Your parents can’t stop you when you are an adult, but until then you need to follow the 4th commandment and honor your parents. Your mother is right.

She has an obligation to raise you Catholic, and I would not let my 16 year old get mixed up in a non-Christian religion— which LDS is.

No way, Jose.
 
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I think it’s clear, you want a debate, and I do not. Like I said “I think we should leave it here”
 
You came to a Catholic forum asking if it is OK for you to leave the Catholic church.
I am only asking you why.
You obviously do not have a full understanding of what the Catholic church actually teaches and have some reservations about what you want to do or you would not be here.

I am not asking you to debate me, I am asking you why you think that God would call you away from his one true Church and the faith of your family? If you cannot even discuss your reasons, how “good” can they be?
 
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Please hear me out my friend!

You came here asking questions for a reason. And you have presented us with a very serious situation! You are still yet a minor and are claiming to have asked the Father, in prayer something, and He gave you a private revelation. That, in itself, is not necessarily wrong. But when you tell us that the revelation is that you are to leave the Catholic faith and join the LDS cult, then it raises alot of concern.

Do you know that most all Christian denominations will recognize the LDS group as NOT a Christian denomination?

Also, you are not explaining any of your beliefs, but relying on this so called private revelation.

You are asking us a very basic question about what would be a sin for your parents, but then relate to us that you are attempting to do something yourself, which does constitute sin.

Please dont worry what is a sin for your parents (of which we all have said it is not) and discern what is sin for yourself.

Again, there isnt a Christian denomination who would affirm this revelation you had as coming from the Lord.

There may be a diabolical spirit around you, my dear! And I hope with all my heart you dont get too caught up in this!

All we have asked, is that you respect your parents choice to prohibit you from participating in this cult or, at minimum, respect the two principles of participation in other religions (no Communion, and do not replace Mass with another service).

When you are an adult you will be able to make such a decision to go wherever you want to worship. Meanwhile, you must honor you father and mother. This is both our Lord’s commandment and State law.

Please dont attribute to the Father, a decision to contradict this.

My prayer and peace be with you!
 
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I think the answers, so far, have been pretty accurate.

At this time, you should obey your parents choice.

You should research why the Church believes certain things, though. The things you feel you disagree with may take time to learn about. Read articles (more than one) about those matters.

Is there a denomination you are interested in? There are a couple of basic rules, regarding participation in separated Churches. We dont take their Communion meal, and we dont substitute their service for a Mass.

Perhaps your parents would permit you to participate in non-Catholic service, if you assure them you respect those two principles?

It’s ok to be curious. I am a convert from being raised Evangelical. I did seek into the Catholic faith as an adult. And it wasnt just by going to a Mass, but listening to Catholic apologies, and reading things.

I just encourage you to study right now. Be patient. Pray about it. Learn why we believe, profess, and practice what we do.

Many things Catholics practice are not necessary to practice, or even believe. And others are grounded in Apostolic Tradition.

I hope the best for your spiritual journey. Hopefully you have a long way to go, with profound experiences!

I am of the strong opinion that Confirmation, especially when received at the age of 16, should be fully consented to. I’m sorry you felt forced.

I also know that there are many “cultural” and “cafeteria” Catholics among us, and it can be a real turn off, which seems to translate into feeling like our Teachings and beliefs are superficial. Try not to fall into that deception. It’s the members who are not understanding and embracing, but only going through outward motions and picking and choosing what they accept from God and what they reject.

It’s good that you are seeking God and desire to love and worship Him, and have Him in your life and you in His. It’s a struggle for all of us to put Him first.
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@Ammi

Very nice post!
 
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