Permission to go to Mass

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I’m planning on asking my parents if I can go to Mass in the future. What should I know or do in order to convince them?
 
Are your parents not Catholic? why would they be opposed to your attending?
 
They are Protestant, and basically puke at the slightest thought of me being a Catholic.
 
You may have a better chance of going to a Lifeteen event (or other youth group) that includes Mass then. Most parents are pretty happy these days when their kids do social things.
 
I’m 14 going on 15. I don’t think of this as a rebellious thing, but something that really matters to me.
 
It’s not too far. A 15 minute drive away. I would never do that to my parents. I find it to be disrespectful and insulting to the intelligence of both my mother and father.
 
i have deleted that suggestion… that was stupid, and I apologize.
 
Maximilian75 said:
i have deleted that suggestion… that was stupid, and I apologize.
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Thanks, out of respect for you—since you quickly realized your error–I edited my own post. Normally I do not do so, (and am not required) but I really appreciate your willingness to admit fault.
 
I can’t think of any off the top of my head, but there are many speakers on EWTN and Catholic Answers who are former Protestants who have written on the Mass… Maybe read some of those and draw what you can?
 
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I can’t think of any off the top of my head, but there are many speakers on EWTN and Catholic Answers who are former Protestants who have written on the Mass… Maybe read some of those and draw what you can?
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Scott Hahn is probably the most notable of protestants-turned-Catholic when it comes to writings. John Michael Talbot is also a protestant-turned-Catholic but he mostly does music.
 
If they refuse, don’t take it too hard, you can still watch on TV. They can always change their minds later. Accept their decision with a good heart.
 
I don’t think it’s a case of “convincing” them. Tell them that you’re curious about Catholicism and you want to explore the faith. If they are confident in their Protestantism, then they have no reason to fear Catholicism. If not - well, what are their doubts about their own faith?

In terms of resources, Scott Hahn has some excellent books that you, and your parents might find helpful. I’d suggest you start there.

Good luck.
 
Thank you all for the awesome replies. I will surely take all of this into account.
 
‘The truth is like a lion- if set free, it takes care of itself’
 
So true, the truth always comes out and does take care of what ever,You seem to have gotten to it right away,Take care and God Bless:🦋🦋
 
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