Prayers...Converting to Catholicism

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I am previously a Fundamental Baptist but am beginning to be convinced of the truth found in the Catholic church. I have been attending Mass for the last month despite the rules against doing so at my Baptist university. I am meeting with my parents to be upfront with them about my faith journey. They know of my searching, but I feel it is only honest to be upfront with them about everything. I am asking for prayer that God will give me the words to say. I am also praying that I can honor them yet continue to attend Mass. Pray that they will be receptive not defensive. I love them very much, but I also need to follow what I believe to be truth.
 
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.
 
Prayer for Those Wishing to Become Catholics

Lord, may they be welcomed with joy and thanksgiving
into the folds of Your Holy Catholic Church. Be their
Light in times of trial and darkness; their guide in
a new life of Truth. Provide for them holy men and
women to support the growth of their faith. Grant that
their gifts be shared to produce abundant fruits for
Your Glory. In Jesus’ name, amen. 🙏
 
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I have been praying for you and will continue! Just remember that when the Holy Spirit is calling you you HAVE to respond! I am so happy for you - from previous postings you know that we have much in common. I will tell you that my mom (84) still is not supportive or happy about my decision - and you may come up against that. I didn’t tell my family for quite a while, and I felt like I was denying Christ just like Peter. It’s wonderful that you’re going to be up front with them. Continued prayers.
 
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.

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.

Holy God, Holy Mighty One, Holy Immortal One, have mercy on us and on the whole world.

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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.

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My meeting with my parents started well, but did not end well at all. It ended with crazy accusations such as “why should I ask a priest who is sitting there drinking and smoking to forgive my sins?”. My dad turns it on himself and says, “well I guess I’m a complete failure. I guess I should just give up. All My kids are going to be ruined now.” He’s a wonderful father, and I’m actually not throwing away anything they taught me. I’m building on it. No matter how I tried to explain this my words were twisted.
My mom asked me not to make any changes and to keep searching and search out other churches. She said that once I get married, she is willing to let me follow the faith of my husband. The problem is, if I stay in this general circle, odds are I’m going to be married to someone in the circle. Either way I’m stuck, and my heart feels so so broken. I don’t know how I can possibly turn back to evangelicalism, yet I’m chained to it. I just don’t know what to do. I’m also really not supposed to be connecting with any Catholics so I feel I’m going against my parents even being on the forum. I know I should honor my parents, yet I can’t stay in something that has a dead end…I’m in my mind 20s and I live on my own. I feel so conflicted.
 
I’m so sorry. I’m reading your post with tears running down my face. My mom and dad had the same responses. My mom actually told me to stay home from Good Friday Mass (church to her.) It still hurts and I’m 63! I’m so proud of you and admire you for having the strength to talk to them. You certainly have huge road blocks - keep praying and following your heart - it’s leading you in the right path. I guess we both have to remember that our parents really aren’t open to understanding at this time. Look at how long it took me! I wouldn’t change my Baptist upbringing and faith as it’s what led me to the Catholic Church. I’m praying that your parents will be accepting, and eventually supportive. I’m here for you any time. Perhaps Mary would be of comfort to you. I do not totally understand Marion devotion, but have found comfort with the rosary and pouring out my soul to her. God bless you.
 
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
 
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 ✝️
 
Just checking in to see how you’re doing? Prayed for you tonight at Mass.
 
Thank You! The timing of this is incredible. I have been struggling with so much including this faith journey. My parents asked me not to go to Mass, so I haven’t been there in a while. But I communicated to my mom that I would be going back to Mass after all because I needed it so badly. I will be going with a friend tomorrow, but pray for us. We are attending church in town which happens to be a block from our Baptist University. We’re taking a big chance of getting in big trouble. But I’m really happy to be going back.
 
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.

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.

Holy God, Holy Mighty One, Holy Immortal One, have mercy on us and on the whole world.
 
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
 
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