Overdose of Catholicism

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But it doesn’t change the fact there are times when I would like to do things that aren’t faith centered. LIke shopping, going for a walk, telling clean jokes or going to a famly movie.
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I would say to carry Christ with you in those activities so that you can share him with those you meet, at least by showing a good face for us. That is evangelism too; you can do a lot of good that way.
 
Xanthippe_Voorhees said:
Turns out my friend is still hanging out and going to young adult focused offerings even in her 40’s. Hanging around 20 year olds. Ick.
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Could it be there’s not an active older adult group? Technically, the 20 year olds are adults… Granted, younger adults.
 
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Xanthippe_Voorhees:
Turns out my friend is still hanging out and going to young adult focused offerings even in her 40’s. Hanging around 20 year olds. Ick.
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Could it be there’s not an active older adult group? Technically, the 20 year olds are adults… Granted, younger adults.
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There’s some but she just wants to do anything advertised as Catholic. I get going to events that are a good mix of 18-39 and trying to squeeze by in her early 40’s…but these are events at a college where even with grad students you rarely get someone over 25. She tends to like those better and does a fair number…not helping out, just attending. It’s kinda awkward to hang out with her because I’ve grown up and she hasn’t.

Granted, I never had the problems with doing bible studies with 60-80 year olds she had. Or doing a writing group with older people. Or hiking or kayaking or drawing.
 
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It’s kinda awkward to hang out with her because I’ve grown up and she hasn’t.
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There’s the answer :raising_hand_man:t2: Maybe it keeps her spry being surrounded by younger energetic folks?
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Immature and spry are different. I like hanging out and doing things with people of all ages…but at some point it’s not ok for a 40yo to prefer to be around young 20 yo’s.

30yo are also fairly energetic.

And I’m not trying to be ageist …I love helping teens with their faith…but I don’t go to every event under the guise of developing my spiritual life.
 
Xanthippe_Voorhees said:
Immature and spry are different. I like hanging out and doing things with people of all ages…but at some point it’s not ok for a 40yo to prefer to be around young 20 yo’s.
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Well, so long as the group doesn’t mind I don’t see any harm. Like you said, maturity has to be taken into consideration.
 
Even seminarians and priests are encouraged to have outside hobbies.

There is nothing wrong with being a well rounded person who keeps their eyes on the prize.
 
I would rather be surrounded by Catholics who know the Faith and want to share it as friends that secluars who might lead me into mortal sin
 
Not all people are called to evangelization, but you may be missing out on opportunities to use your talents and personality to lead people to the Church. At a minimum, the power of your example may challenge them to lead holier lives or to grow closer to God.

But you should always be wary of being led into mortal sin.
 
Sounds like you’re just striving for balance in your life. Living the Gospel doesn’t mean every waking moment will be about Catholicism. Indeed, some of the holiest people I’ve ever met rarely talk about their faith. But it visibly shows in how they live.
 
I understand your frustration. There are some people who can’t think about anything but church. I don’t think there are too many of these people though.

But I think there are even more people who compartmentalize their lives and friendships. They probably do the fun/leisure stuff with family or friends they made way back when or someone they met in that leisure activity. They probably have work friends. You are church friend so they do church with you.
 
I agree. It’s nice to be around people whom everything is not an argument
 
I do not like to get too close to Protestants. I prefer to focus on what we share in common rather than what we do not. I do not feel like being evangelized to. I guess I should learn more about Catholicism in case those conversations come up so I can defend. Some people in their effort to save you, don’t know when to stop honestly. Perhaps it is best to tell them you would rather not discuss religion altogether. Some will see that as a weakness.
 
Not all secular people or activities lead to mortal sin. Does secular have a negative connotation?
 
Not all Protestants evangelize. I was married to one for 23 years and we knew each other for 10 years before that and he never tried to convert me at all. Any evangelizing was from me to him, LOL.
 
You’re right. I shouldn’t generalize. I’m happy you’ve been married for decades. That’s sweet. Some people are eager to.
 
Do you take the lead in inviting them to non-Catholic related events or activities? Maybe start with a small group and the interest will grow.
 
It’s alright to relax - lol -

The farm land needs rest - if the seeds are to sprout !

But don’t get to lax.
Don’t let the devil step in.
And don’t think that he won’t.
Never - stop going to church or not pray at night.
 
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