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graceandfaith
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I begin RCIA in 3 weeks. I was curious if there were any RCIA veterans out there and how their first Eucharist and Confession experience went. Thanks!
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Jeffe
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I recently converted last Easter! I was a former Presbyterian.
My first experience with these two blessed sacraments were ones I thank God for everyday!
In regards to confession, what a wonderful blessing of grace it was (and is) to lay out all of my faults and to receive God’s grace, absolution, and counsel.
As for the Eucharist, it continues to be a weekly blessing, but I can remember the first time I received, it brought tears to my eyes. To finally join in full celebration of the Eucharist was an example of God’s love I had yet to experience.
So I wish you good luck and congratulations as you begin your new journey. And remember to always ask during your classes, it’s important to know your faith!
Welcome home!
-Jeff
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John_2029
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I’ll second Jeffe’s comments.
I also converted this past Easter from an evangelical Reformed tradition. It’s the best and most important thing I have done. Some people get anxious about confession, but I found it liberating - like clearing out all the clutter in my life after 59 sinful years. I am deeply moved And humbled whenever I receive the Eucharist. Jesus said he would be with us always until the end of the age (Matthew 28:20) and he gave us that means through the sacrament of the Holy Eucharist.
I wish you all the best in your journey to the Catholic Church.
Yours in Christ,
I also converted this past Easter from an evangelical Reformed tradition. It’s the best and most important thing I have done. Some people get anxious about confession, but I found it liberating - like clearing out all the clutter in my life after 59 sinful years. I am deeply moved And humbled whenever I receive the Eucharist. Jesus said he would be with us always until the end of the age (Matthew 28:20) and he gave us that means through the sacrament of the Holy Eucharist.
I wish you all the best in your journey to the Catholic Church.
Yours in Christ,
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graceandfaith
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Thanks so much for your honesty and words of encouragement. Every time I attend Mass, I just anticipate being able to sit at the Lord’s table and partake in the Eucharist.
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Marie5890
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Another veteran here.
My first confession was much “nicer” than my concerns and anxiety had my imagination believing. It was a good experience to just “purge” my heart, mind, soul. Like a baptism “part 2” in terms of washing away of sin, of brokenness. etc
I took some time to read and meditate upon Psalm 52 (or is it 51?). I even use part of that as my act of contrition because it says so well how I feel, the intent of my heart, my sorrow and my hope.
Look at it as a time of purification, of cleansing. Not one of judgement and anger. But of love and forgiveness.
Welcome HOME! May your RCIA journey be all that you want AND need.
My first confession was much “nicer” than my concerns and anxiety had my imagination believing. It was a good experience to just “purge” my heart, mind, soul. Like a baptism “part 2” in terms of washing away of sin, of brokenness. etc
I took some time to read and meditate upon Psalm 52 (or is it 51?). I even use part of that as my act of contrition because it says so well how I feel, the intent of my heart, my sorrow and my hope.
Look at it as a time of purification, of cleansing. Not one of judgement and anger. But of love and forgiveness.
Welcome HOME! May your RCIA journey be all that you want AND need.
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cccw2009
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My first Communion was wonderful. Really no words to describe it. It was pure joy to go up with the rest of the faithful and to be able to receive Jesus after waiting so long to. I only received Communion twice, once at Easter Vigil and again on Easter Sunday Mass. I am waiting to have my marriage blessed so I can receive again. The wait is killing me but it will be joy all over again once I can receive again. I also was accepted into the Church this passed Easter. I was baptized and so I didn’t need to go to Confession and I have yet to go but really should! Good luck!
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novusCatholic
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The first time that I received the body and blood of Christ was probably the most spiritual and emotional experience of my life. Tears were falling. I could barely choke out my, “Amen”. My hands were trembling as I took the cup. Back at my pew, on my knees, all I could pray was, “Thank you” over and over.
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LTJR
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TrueLight
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I can’t wait.
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Newsy
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I recently converted last Easter! I was a former Presbyterian.
My first experience with these two blessed sacraments were ones I thank God for everyday!
In regards to confession, what a wonderful blessing of grace it was (and is) to lay out all of my faults and to receive God’s grace, absolution, and counsel.
As for the Eucharist, it continues to be a weekly blessing, but I can remember the first time I received, it brought tears to my eyes. To finally join in full celebration of the Eucharist was an example of God’s love I had yet to experience.
So I wish you good luck and congratulations as you begin your new journey. And remember to always ask during your classes, it’s important to know your faith!
Welcome home!
-Jeff
I, too, was a presbyterian convert to the Catholic Church. Confession was the sacrament I had doubts about, it seemed unnecessary to me. Now, I love this sacrament and the relief it brings. My wife, oldest daughter and I all had our first confession on the same night. On the way home, we were light hearted and happier than I can remember in a long time. I had such a feeling of peace after the priest granted absolution, nobody will ever convince me that this isn’t a sacrament.
May His peace fill you and His hand guide your journey home!
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