Upside Down Crucifix Worn in my Presence

[Clevus]

And again, why not just walk away and NOT associate with these people.

We are NOT Exorcists. We are laity. Our Holy Father, Pope Francis tells us not to dialogue with the devil, so ignore it.

I agree. The communication with these people is to try to convey the truth as charitably as possible. This and follow up prayers is all that we can offer. The task is done. In fact it could be dangerous hanging around with these people from then on, as then the devil could distort the motive to something more personal.

 

[seagal]

That may be true inasmuch as we both worship one God. But Muslims have an entirely different idea of who that god is, and their idea doesn’t jibe with what Jesus revealed to us.

 

[CatholicSpirit]

I’m avoiding interactions with that person as a result. They come in my direction and have a dozen more friends than I do, but it might be best to keep away from people with things like that. A “religious leader working for the US government” (Chaplain) refused multiple times to get involved, which disgusts me. Sad. I’m just glad to have the strength to avoid this ruckus for the time being. The Protestants really need prayer because they are blind to it (with the exception of one other Chaplain).

 

[TheLeastofThese]

The upside down cross is also known as the Cross of Saint Peter, given that he was crucified upside down. Maybe you can redirect it in their head, and pray for Saint Peter’s intercession for them.

 

[CatholicSpirit]

One good turn deserves another!



And… It’s good to know I have pals who can respond when I feel awkward!
(The elephant in the room)

 

[Shredderbeam]

Today, a person who I had been polite to, despite their dark and grousome way of life, had the nerve to wear an upside down crucifix in my presence. Already knowing that I am Catholic and I get feedback from some about my “inability to change them.” I don’t think anyone wants us to engage in any kind of battle. I glorified Jesus Christ by turning my cheek while there and going to a correctly placed crucifix to pray about these transgressions against me, along with the temptation to correct the act myself. The disgust infuriated me. I had to really take some time to get a grip on the problem. It seems at times as though a person who tries to do well in the faith will find themselves around many challengers. The aggravation is gone after prayer, as it should be, and the issue addressed.

I really don’t think people that permit this sort of thing are thinking properly about their own well being. They ought to reconsider authorizing such things around them.

Was this person a teenager or something? Because that’s an incredibly immature and petty thing to do.

I’m not Catholic, but if I were, my response would probably just be to roll my eyes at somebody trying so hard to be edgy.