Fort Wayne Woman becomes rare Consecrated Virgin

  • Thread starter Thread starter ctb95
  • Start date Start date
Status
Not open for further replies.
I agree, this is a wonderful thing.

There have been thousands of posts on UK blogs etc. Some of them puerile, offensive, the product of ignorant minds. Also showing that people have no concept of the idea of dedicating one’s life to God.

This is from a UK newspaper, the Daily Mail. The article was not so good. However read the comments left by readers, it is so sad.

dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3202430/I-married-Jesus-Religion-teacher-38-marries-God-wedding-ceremony-attracts-hundreds.html?offset=1500&max=100&reply=96018934&jumpTo=comment-96018934
 
I appreciate the women’s dedication to Christ, and I certainly don’t doubt it, but I think the wedding ceremony with the dress, etc. was all a bit too much. It doesn’t seem tasteful - the whole thing - her dress was modest. I think a ceremony similar to those of third orders would be more fitting. Something like this is adding to fuel to the fire of those who already dislike religion in general and Catholicism in particular. And, it sort of defeats the Church’s stand that married people must be open to children.

And, nothing against the women, but I don’t see how one can come to the conclusion they will be a “consecrated virgin” and not a nun. To configure your life to Christ to that extent means a life of service to him. So I don’t get the whole “married to Christ, but not a nun” thing.

Still, I presume the woman will be doing good in the world, and that’s more than can be said for most people. And the nasty comments were uncalled for, but no matter what the article is about the “Daily Mail” carries many nasty comments.

Even though I think it was overdone, I wish the woman all the best in life and hope she is able to keep her vows. It’s easier for nuns because they, at least, live in community. I know several priests who have broken their promises of chastity. Most remained priests, some left to marry.
 
When I saw this story I was very touched, and wish I could meet this remarkable woman. The comments following her story were very rude and I sincerely hope she dud not see them.
 
GEddie said:
FB is IMNAAHO a plot from Hades, so I am in no way surprised.

This is a wonderful story. Some people just can’t deal with others finding a life beyond sexuality.

ICXC NIKA
Click to expand...
Whenever someone accuses Catholic of being intolerant and mean, I just point them to stuff like that.

In modern culture, casual sex is a sacrament. Anyone who goes against the established secular religion can expect persecution.
 
Lily_Bernans said:
I appreciate the women’s dedication to Christ, and I certainly don’t doubt it, but I think the wedding ceremony with the dress, etc. was all a bit too much. It doesn’t seem tasteful - the whole thing - her dress was modest. I think a ceremony similar to those of third orders would be more fitting. Something like this is adding to fuel to the fire of those who already dislike religion in general and Catholicism in particular. And, it sort of defeats the Church’s stand that married people must be open to children.

And, nothing against the women, but I don’t see how one can come to the conclusion they will be a “consecrated virgin” and not a nun. To configure your life to Christ to that extent means a life of service to him. So I don’t get the whole “married to Christ, but not a nun” thing.

Still, I presume the woman will be doing good in the world, and that’s more than can be said for most people. And the nasty comments were uncalled for, but no matter what the article is about the “Daily Mail” carries many nasty comments.

Even though I think it was overdone, I wish the woman all the best in life and hope she is able to keep her vows. It’s easier for nuns because they, at least, live in community. I know several priests who have broken their promises of chastity. Most remained priests, some left to marry.
Click to expand...
I understand what you mean to some extent…I don’t know (someone who reads this thread I am sure will definitely know!), but I thought that when such a life was more common, it was still conducted as a sort of wedding then, too. My understanding was this manner of consecration was a fairly old tradition.
 
Murmurs said:
I understand what you mean to some extent…I don’t know (someone who reads this thread I am sure will definitely know!), but I thought that when such a life was more common, it was still conducted as a sort of wedding then, too. My understanding was this manner of consecration was a fairly old tradition.
Click to expand...
It might be a very old tradition. I don’t know. I would guess that it is. Although I don’t agree with the elaborateness of the ceremony, I do believe the woman’s intentions are the best, and I wish her the best, and I understand that you wish her the best, too.
 
Lily_Bernans said:
I appreciate the women’s dedication to Christ, and I certainly don’t doubt it, but I think the wedding ceremony with the dress, etc. was all a bit too much. It doesn’t seem tasteful - the whole thing - her dress was modest. I think a ceremony similar to those of third orders would be more fitting. Something like this is adding to fuel to the fire of those who already dislike religion in general and Catholicism in particular. And, it sort of defeats the Church’s stand that married people must be open to children.

And, nothing against the women, but I don’t see how one can come to the conclusion they will be a “consecrated virgin” and not a nun. To configure your life to Christ to that extent means a life of service to him. So I don’t get the whole “married to Christ, but not a nun” thing.

Still, I presume the woman will be doing good in the world, and that’s more than can be said for most people. And the nasty comments were uncalled for, but no matter what the article is about the “Daily Mail” carries many nasty comments.

Even though I think it was overdone, I wish the woman all the best in life and hope she is able to keep her vows. It’s easier for nuns because they, at least, live in community. I know several priests who have broken their promises of chastity. Most remained priests, some left to marry.
Click to expand...
Remember, we are many parts, one body. Just as some men are called to be brothers rather than priests, so too women can be called to be a consecrated virgin rather than a nun. It’s all outlined in Canon Law (canon 604). 🙂 The Roman Missal contains a ritual Mass for just this occasion, so I presume the Bishop was just following the rubrics with regards to the ceremony. I’m not sure about the dress, but it doesn’t really surprise me as Canon Law states that consecrated virgins are “mystically betrothed to Christ.” And white is the liturgical color for the Mass. So it seems fitting for her to wear a white dress.
 
Lily_Bernans said:
It might be a very old tradition. I don’t know. I would guess that it is. Although I don’t agree with the elaborateness of the ceremony, I do believe the woman’s intentions are the best, and I wish her the best, and I understand that you wish her the best, too.
Click to expand...
What part of the ceremony strikes you as elaborate?
 
Lily_Bernans said:
I appreciate the women’s dedication to Christ, and I certainly don’t doubt it, but I think the wedding ceremony with the dress, etc. was all a bit too much. It doesn’t seem tasteful - the whole thing - her dress was modest. I think a ceremony similar to those of third orders would be more fitting. Something like this is adding to fuel to the fire of those who already dislike religion in general and Catholicism in particular. And, it sort of defeats the Church’s stand that married people must be open to children.
Click to expand...
Pardon me for not understanding, but could you explain this?
Lily_Bernans said:
And, nothing against the women, but I don’t see how one can come to the conclusion they will be a “consecrated virgin” and not a nun. To configure your life to Christ to that extent means a life of service to him. So I don’t get the whole “married to Christ, but not a nun” thing.

Still, I presume the woman will be doing good in the world, and that’s more than can be said for most people. And the nasty comments were uncalled for, but no matter what the article is about the “Daily Mail” carries many nasty comments.
Click to expand...
There are many ways God asks us to serve him. Many of us need a spouse to help us along the way. 😛 Some are called to remain in the world to show others how their own lives can be more God-centered. A consecrated virgin has a special calling that is unique to that vocation. It is not interchangeable with a nun or sister.
Lily_Bernans said:
Even though I think it was overdone, I wish the woman all the best in life and hope she is able to keep her vows. It’s easier for nuns because they, at least, live in community. I know several priests who have broken their promises of chastity. Most remained priests, some left to marry.
Click to expand...
I humbly disagree. It was a beautiful ceremony. You are right that living a chaste celibate life can be difficult. A good reason for us to pray for our celibate brothers and sisters in all forms of vocations (brothers, priests, sisters, nuns, third order, lay, etc)😃
 
ctb95 said:
This is wonderful to see! I saw this on my Facebook news feed and some of the comments were so awful. Some people just make me sick. :mad:
Click to expand...
Isn’t it funny how much energy and anger so many atheists expend attacking someone like this? They claim not to believe in God, and yet they spend their precious time commenting on an article about a woman freely choosing a particular path of her own. She’s not hurting anyone, not bothering anyone, and not affecting their lives in the least.

And yet these people feel compelled to attack her.

Tells a lot about their true beliefs and who is controlling them.
 
zz912 said:
Isn’t it funny how much energy and anger so many atheists expend attacking someone like this? They claim not to believe in God, and yet they spend their precious time commenting on an article about a woman freely choosing a particular path of her own. She’s not hurting anyone, not bothering anyone, and not affecting their lives in the least.

And yet these people feel compelled to attack her.

Tells a lot about their true beliefs and who is controlling them.
Click to expand...
Yes, it does say a lot about who is controlling them. It’s a sad state of affairs. What’s worse is that those comments are mild compared to some I’ve seen on the “Daily Mail.”

Even though I believe the ceremony to be overdone, I feel the woman is lovely and wants to do only good in the world. That certainly does not deserve any type of condemnation. I’m even “okay” with the ceremony even though I don’t agree with it because as you stated, she - and it - are not hurting anyone, not bothering anyone, and not adversely affecting anyone’s life.
 
She is an amazing person. Wouldn’t it be great if all the comments were about how she is a wonderful role model, or how strong she is to commit to this life? Oh no, let’s make sure that this beautiful woman gets slandered and defamed publically. Not only disgusting, but what a sad time we live in. God Bless her and I am humbled at her strength in her belief.
 
The people who comment in the “Daily Mail” slander everyone, good, bad, or indifferent. They are part of the “Internet mentality” that says it’s okay to say anything about anyone as long as you remain anonymous. It’s a terrible mentality. I don’t understand what joy people get from leaving nasty comments about others, even others that haven’t done such good things.

I admire the woman in the article even if I don’t care for the ceremony, but I don’t think it’s so difficult to live a chaste life. I do it every day. The closer one’s personal relationship is with Christ, the easier it becomes. You wouldn’t want to hurt a person in your life you love. Most people would go far to avoid hurting a child in their life they love. It’s the same with Jesus. The more you love him, the more abhorrent hurting him becomes and the less likely we are to sin. I’ve been lucky enough to have a deeply intimate relationship with Christ since I was about three, so remaining chaste and living my life for him presents no problem for me.
 
Lily_Bernans said:
The people who comment in the “Daily Mail” slander everyone, good, bad, or indifferent. They are part of the “Internet mentality” that says it’s okay to say anything about anyone as long as you remain anonymous. It’s a terrible mentality. I don’t understand what joy people get from leaving nasty comments about others, even others that haven’t done such good things.

I admire the woman in the article even if I don’t care for the ceremony, but I don’t think it’s so difficult to live a chaste life. I do it every day. The closer one’s personal relationship is with Christ, the easier it becomes. You wouldn’t want to hurt a person in your life you love. Most people would go far to avoid hurting a child in their life they love. It’s the same with Jesus. The more you love him, the more abhorrent hurting him becomes and the less likely we are to sin. I’ve been lucky enough to have a deeply intimate relationship with Christ since I was about three, so remaining chaste and living my life for him presents no problem for me.
Click to expand...
👍
 
Convert1 said:
She is an amazing person. Wouldn’t it be great if all the comments were about how she is a wonderful role model, or how strong she is to commit to this life? Oh no, let’s make sure that this beautiful woman gets slandered and defamed publically. Not only disgusting, but what a sad time we live in. God Bless her and I am humbled at her strength in her belief.
Click to expand...
It’s an excuse to make hateful comments. (Although, this is the Daily Fail we are talking about, so no excuse is generally needed!). If she wasn’t a very beautiful woman doing a very beautiful thing, they’d find another reason instead. That newspaper is the one thing above all others that can make me ashamed to be British sometimes 😦

She is truly inspiring and humbling, and I think perhaps channelling a little of that same spirit we might pray not only for her, but all those who find a need to say such things about her. God bless her.
 
Status
Not open for further replies.
Back
Top