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[SpeakInSilence]

I’m extremely excited to be starting my RCIA classes soon, I know this is what God wants

me to do, and I can’t wait to join this family of believers.

I love the liturgy and unity it gives me, I can’t wait to share this passion with my kids some

day, and teach them to not just look at it as a ritual, but as a ceremony for God. I want to

share this with members here because these forums have been a big part of my journey so

far, thank you all.

 

[YoungTradCath]

Congratulations and please follow through fully. Bring your kids up in the faith. Actually if you convert, you are obliged to do so.

My biggest recommendation to you is to read some solid books on Catholic teaching. Sad to say, there are RCIA instructors out there who either don’t know what they’re talking about or do but spout things to the contrary. Now, I don’t know your instructor. For all I know he might be fantastic and thoroughly orthodox, but you must really teach yourself. I learned that as a convert. I recommend Catholicism for Dummies. DO NOT buy the Idiots Guide to Catholicism, as that book is extremely slanted. Also, read books written by saints like Saint Augustine’s Confessions. There are tons of books written by saints.

The biggest thing you need to do, however, is deepen your prayer life. It’s so easy to get caught up in parish politics, flaming liturgy debates and whatnot, but first and foremost you have to have a deep prayer life. Start with the rosary and work from there.

 

[Netty1]

I echo what YoungTradCath says in recommending you read some good solid books.

We have such a rich and vibrant legacy left to us by the Saints and Doctors of the Church that you will never be short of material to inspire and guide you in your journey.

I’m a convert too, and I found (and still do find) enormous benefit and inspiration in the writings of our beloved Pope Benedict. He is becoming widely recommended as the leading theologian of the age. His work is accessible and interesting, especially the two Jesus of Nazareth books.

Welcome home.

 

[Marie5890]

Hello and congrats, SpeakInSilence!

I remember my RCIA journey. I hope yours if all that you need it to be.

And in case you didnt know yet, the Mass is even more than just a ceremony for God. It’s the Church’s most important prayer that She prays.

It’s an unbloody representation of Calvary.

 

[Splagchnizomai]

Congrats! Continue going to Mass, reading good Catholic books, especially the Bible, and don’t forget that you can make an Act of Spiritual Communion while at Mass (or anytime)!

My Jesus,
I believe that You
are present in the Most Holy Sacrament.
I love You above all things,
and I desire to receive You into my soul.
Since I cannot at this moment
receive You sacramentally,
come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace You as if You were already there and unite myself wholly to You. Never permit me to be separated from You.

Amen.

 

[SpeakInSilence]

Thanks for the suggestion guys, and I hope to learn as much as I can. I’ve already surprised the priest at the church for how much I already know about Catholicism even though I’m a Protestant.

Thanks for the support.

Note of books I’ve read: Rediscovering Catholicism, Pope Benedict’s Jesus of Nazareth (both parts), and Threshold of Hope by Blessed Pope John Paul II

 

[iseekanswers]

I’m extremely excited to be starting my RCIA classes soon, I know this is what God wants

me to do, and I can’t wait to join this family of believers.

I love the liturgy and unity it gives me, I can’t wait to share this passion with my kids some

day, and teach them to not just look at it as a ritual, but as a ceremony for God. I want to

share this with members here because these forums have been a big part of my journey so

far, thank you all.

I’m very new here, and perhaps not even qualified to be making this post, but I just wanted to say congratulations! It sounds like you are really happy and spiritually content on the road that you’re taking! Depending on how the next few weeks/Mass visits go, I might be joining you (in RCIA) soon!

 

[lutherlic]

First of all, this is great. You will not be starting a journey, just taking the next (big / important) step. When you are through the RCIA process, your journey must continue (it isn’t a graduation!). Your call to conversion is on-going.

Note of books I’ve read: Rediscovering Catholicism, Pope Benedict’s Jesus of Nazareth (both parts), and Threshold of Hope by Blessed Pope John Paul II

Books are good at all stages. You didn’t list the Catechism, but if you haven’t read it yet then by all means do that. I prefer the universal Catechism - typically a white book - over the US Adult Catechism (if you are in the US). Fr. Trigilio’s Catholicism for Dummies is also an excellent alternative for some.

One final point. We have our flaws (in the institutional church, just like everywhere fallen people organize) so don’t let that discourage you. That changes nothing. This is the Church founded by our Lord, protected and guided by the Holy Spirit until the end of time. Welcome home.

 

[SpeakInSilence]

First of all, this is great. You will not be starting a journey, just taking the next (big / important) step. When you are through the RCIA process, your journey must continue (it isn’t a graduation!). Your call to conversion is on-going.

Books are good at all stages. You didn’t list the Catechism, but if you haven’t read it yet then by all means do that. I prefer the universal Catechism - typically a white book - over the US Adult Catechism (if you are in the US). Fr. Trigilio’s Catholicism for Dummies is also an excellent alternative for some.

One final point. We have our flaws (in the institutional church, just like everywhere fallen people organize) so don’t let that discourage you. That changes nothing. This is the Church founded by our Lord, protected and guided by the Holy Spirit until the end of time. Welcome home.

I have no yet read the Cathechism, a friend of mine has a copy of YouCat, and they are going to let me barrow it soon when another one of their pals is finished with it.

Being active on this forum I see things about the Church I never would have before. I will say many of you guys seem a bit stuffy ; however I also see a love and passion for Christ and people that joys my heart.

I read article and see scandals; however this is not the first time I’ve read about the Church being understand great fire from out and without, but the Lord Keeps it. I want to be part of that mystery.