Feel worn out and need all of your prayers

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God’s blessings to all. I have no car and an on a fixed income. Plus am in major debt. I have to walk everywhere a minimum of 30 to 40 minutes each way whether it is food shopping or to my nearest church. It is hard in the Florida heat to do so. We have been having hotter than usual pre spring weather.

I feel worn out. I try to get rides to church but had one parishioner in the Adoration Chapel tell me unkindly not to ask her for rides anymore. I tried not to let it affect me but it seems that whenever I think I may have a friend at church I somehow wear out the person. I guess I am too over eager I guess but I feel very lonely and church is my only refuge.

My parents are both dead, I have no siblings, no friends and i choose not to keep in contact with my dysfunctional family. I am a loner I guess and come across others as weird in church. I am friendly to all but just can’t make any solid friendships at church and it hurts.

The only other church is across town and would take 2 hours to walk to. My life is very lonely and I do pray a little but I can get so depressed that I stay in the room I rent 2 to 3 days in a row.

I try to take refuge in Our Lord and Our Lady but it’s hard. Please pray for me. Thanks and God bless.
 
Eternal God, in whom mercy is endless, and the treasury of compassion inexhaustible,
look kindly upon us, and increase your mercy in us,
that in difficult moments, we might not despair nor become despondent,
but with great confidence, submit ourselves to your holy will,
which is Love and Mercy itself.
Amen.
 
Divine Mercy Chaplet

O Blood and Water, which gushed forth from the Heart of Jesus as a fountain of Mercy for us, I trust in You!
O Blood and Water, which gushed forth from the Heart of Jesus as a fountain of Mercy for us, I trust in You!
O Blood and Water, which gushed forth from the Heart of Jesus as a fountain of Mercy for us, I trust in You!

Our Father, Who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name; Thy kingdom come; Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil, Amen.

Hail Mary, full of grace. The Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou amongst women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death, Amen.

I believe in God, the Father almighty, Creator of heaven and earth, and in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried; He descended into hell; on the third day He rose again from the dead; He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of God the Father almighty; from there He will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and life everlasting. Amen.

Eternal Father, I offer you the Body and Blood, Soul and Divinity of Your Dearly Beloved Son, Our Lord, Jesus Christ, in atonement for our sins and those of the whole world.

For the sake of His sorrowful Passion, have mercy on us and on the whole world.
For the sake of His sorrowful Passion, have mercy on us and on the whole world.
For the sake of His sorrowful Passion, have mercy on us and on the whole world.
For the sake of His sorrowful Passion, have mercy on us and on the whole world.
For the sake of His sorrowful Passion, have mercy on us and on the whole world.
For the sake of His sorrowful Passion, have mercy on us and on the whole world.
For the sake of His sorrowful Passion, have mercy on us and on the whole world.
For the sake of His sorrowful Passion, have mercy on us and on the whole world.
For the sake of His sorrowful Passion, have mercy on us and on the whole world.
For the sake of His sorrowful Passion, have mercy on us and on the whole world.

Holy God, Holy Mighty One, Holy Immortal One, have mercy on us and on the whole world.
Holy God, Holy Mighty One, Holy Immortal One, have mercy on us and on the whole world.
Holy God, Holy Mighty One, Holy Immortal One, have mercy on us and on the whole world.
 
Thank you both for your prayers they are appreciated. God bless. 🙏🙏🙏
 
Same situation here, except I physically can’t walk far. I discovered that if I distribute my drivers among multiple people, no one feels excessively burdened. This is crucial. The parish office may be able to find you rides from among people who live in your general area. To reduce burden, you could even walk to their house.

When I could walk to church, I would find someone outside after Mass, and ask for a ride home. At times, I would take a taxi, counting on being able to find a ride home, or, if not, walking. Being active in KofC or PCCW and helping with other parish activities can help you get to know more people.

Have you considered getting a bicycle?

Remember that loneliness kills. Maybe some counseling and/or medication will help.

Staying at home two or three days in a row is doable, if you are comfortable with yourself. I sew, cook (and have rented a room and used appliances), read, watch TV, and play around on the internet. I walk around the neighborhood, and have a cheap exercycle.

All my prayers.
 
Thanks for your prayers Jerusha. 😊 It’s comforting to know that the ‘rides’ situation is not only me going through. I have tried asking for rides after church but at times feel ashamed to ask, especially after the Adoration Chapel incident.

I don’t want to further alienate any other parishioners. I am on meds for depression but can’t see to make any friendships at Church that are lasting. Anyway… I am going on too much. Thanks again. 🙏
 
Forgot to answer about bike… I had bought one but like a dummy forgot to check if it was too high first. I bought it from my housemate before trying it out and ended up giving it away to lady from church who was kind enough to give me household items when I first moved in.
 
I have a friend who is quirky. I don’t like to ask her for rides, because I don’t know how she will react on any given occasion. Just remember that the one who declined any more rides was just one person. Everyone isn’t like her.

Try again for another bike. The one I had was too heavy, I traded it in for an old-fashioned one without all the gears and stuff. Hopefully I will be able to ride it to church with more help from doctors.
 
You’re right that the one persons rejection doesn’t mean others will react the same but it was humiliating. I will see if I can get another bike and you will also be in my prayers too so the doctors can help you. 😊🙏
 
I’ve tried and wish the church would go back to using church van but because of high insurance costs they stopped. Thanks for your prayers and post. 😊🙏
 
Remember,
O most gracious Virgin Mary that never was it known that anyone who fled to your protection, Implored your help, or sought your intercession, was left unaided.
Inspired by this confidence, I fly to you, O Virgin of virgins, my Mother.
To you do I come, before you I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my petitions, but in Thy mercy hear and answer me, Amen
 
Blessings
Let nothing disturb you,
Let nothing frighten you,
All things are passing away:
God never changes.
Patience obtains all things
Whoever has God lacks nothing;
God alone suffices.

– St. Teresa of AvIlla

Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.

Sweetheart,
This is a time for change. 1-look for new apt. Close to stores and church. One w a room mate?? That can be good or bad. BE CAREFUL.
I don’t know your dysfunctional family. I have my own. We love each other and share lives. Rarely, my heart gets ripped out. God heals it and I press on.

Financially, your family should be the first to help you. Being near them, can be s blessing. Running away from dysfunction hurts as much as living your way through it. Only w God’s strength. NOT ALONE!

Serenity Prayer
  • Reinhold Niebuhr (1892-1971)
God grant me the serenity
to accept the things I cannot change;
courage to change the things I can;
and wisdom to know the difference.

Living one day at a time;
enjoying one moment at a time;
accepting hardships as the pathway to peace;
taking, as He did, this sinful world
as it is, not as I would have it;
trusting that He will make all things right
if I surrender to His Will;
that I may be reasonably happy in this life
and supremely happy with Him
forever in the next.
Amen.

Read more at http://www.beliefnet.com/prayers/protestant/addiction/serenity-prayer.aspx#SJbIGm1285OrKJu0.99
In Christ’s Love
Tweedlealice
 
I am definitely praying that God Blesses you with strength, friendship, and love. We are always here for you on this forum
 
Have you tried finding some work so you might afford transportation?
 
Thank you all for your prayers. 🙏😊 To answer some of your questions… I am on Disability so I can’t make past a certain income for extra money and even with that it won’t be much of a help. My dysfunctional family live in another state and I lost all their numbers moving, even if I wanted to contact them, I wouldn’t. My reasons for staying away from them are too serious to get into.

I can’t move to another apartment… I would have to find an assisted living place and the nearest one is farther from the stores and church. I have looked… believe me. I have forgiven my family but they are too toxic to be around.

Please keep praying. God bless.
 
Hail Mary,
Full of grace,
The Lord is with Thee
Blessed art Thou amongst women,
and blessed is the fruit of Thy womb,
Jesus
Holy Mary,
Mother of God
Pray for us sinners
Now and at the hour of death
Amen
 
Cielo, I’m sorry about the lady in the Adoration chapel; saying ‘’no” is one thing, humiliating someone is quite another. Shame on her.

Mother Mary, comfort this child of yours during this sad time. St. Joseph, bring your speedy assistance in all things temporal, most importantly, a reliable mode of transportation to church.
 
Sunflower98 said:
Cielo, I’m sorry about the lady in the Adoration chapel; saying ‘’no” is one thing, humiliating someone is quite another. Shame on her.
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Especially such behavior in front of the Blessed Sacrament. 😖
 
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