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Hello, I’m new here, so I’m just starting to get a feel for the boards. Sorry if this is in the wrong forum!

I’m actually new (kind of) to Catholicism. I want to come back to the Church after being away for a really long time! The problem is, I really don’t know that much about Catholic doctrine or practices. As a child I recieved religious education–however, when I left the Church, I stopped studying, so my understanding is still practically that of a child.

I would like to ask you for advice. What are some important things I should focus on in my return to Catholicism?
 
As a revert myself, I recommend the following to get you started:
  1. Reading “Catechism of the Catholic Church, Second Edition”;
  2. Reading a Catholic Bible (starting with the New Testament);
  3. Watching EWTN (Eternal Word Television Network) if available in your area.
Also, attending Mass in addition to Sunday if possible, adoration of the Eucharist, and don’t forget the Rosary. Pray, and thank God for His grace that brought you back to the Church.
 
DJ_Pius_X said:
Hello, I’m new here, so I’m just starting to get a feel for the boards. Sorry if this is in the wrong forum!

I’m actually new (kind of) to Catholicism. I want to come back to the Church after being away for a really long time! The problem is, I really don’t know that much about Catholic doctrine or practices. As a child I recieved religious education–however, when I left the Church, I stopped studying, so my understanding is still practically that of a child.

I would like to ask you for advice. What are some important things I should focus on in my return to Catholicism?
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********************************************************************************************************I would encourage you to attend somee RICIA classes for adults; Know the 10 Commandments; review how to go to Confession; read Scripture, and I am sure your pastor will set up some meetings to reassure your doubts.

JESUS I TRUST IN YOU
 
DJ_Pius_X said:
Hello, I’m new here, so I’m just starting to get a feel for the boards. Sorry if this is in the wrong forum!

I’m actually new (kind of) to Catholicism. I want to come back to the Church after being away for a really long time! The problem is, I really don’t know that much about Catholic doctrine or practices. As a child I received religious education–however, when I left the Church, I stopped studying, so my understanding is still practically that of a child.

I would like to ask you for advice. What are some important things I should focus on in my return to Catholicism?
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First of all - Welcome to the boards and Praise God for calling you home to His Church.

Second, I see that you are in China. I hope you are able to learn and practice the faith freely. May God bless you for your courage.

Since you were raised in the faith, there really isn’t anything you need do to return except go to confession. Then you can immediately return to the Eucharist. (I am assuming you had already made your first communion…)

Don’t be too concerned about your lack of understanding of teachings and practices at this point. You say that your understanding is still “practically that of a child”. To be truthful, that is not all that uncommon. 😉 A great many Catholics seem to retain a very child-like understanding of the faith. Of course since Jesus told us we need to accept the faith like a child, this may not be a bad thing.
We all continue to learn and grow in our understandings whether we are lifelong devout Catholic, converts, or a reverts like you and I.

Anyway - Do not feel that you need to do a bunch of study, and learning etc before you can return to the sacraments. Just go to confession and then get to the Eucharist.

Peace
James
 
DJ_Pius_X said:
Hello, I’m new here, so I’m just starting to get a feel for the boards. Sorry if this is in the wrong forum!

I’m actually new (kind of) to Catholicism. I want to come back to the Church after being away for a really long time! The problem is, I really don’t know that much about Catholic doctrine or practices. As a child I recieved religious education–however, when I left the Church, I stopped studying, so my understanding is still practically that of a child.

I would like to ask you for advice. What are some important things I should focus on in my return to Catholicism?
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Aside from Mass, read the bible, read the Catechism, read the lives of the saints, pray and seek God in general. And always keep in mind that our faith is first and foremost about love-that’s the goal-love of God and neighbor is the highest achievement of man and that’s why those are the greatest commandments. It’s actually an achievement of God in us-His work-which we’re to cooperate in.
 
Read the bible, read the Catechism, then visit your priest and talk things through with him.
 
Guys, thank you all so much! I’m reading the Bible right now, and am planning to go to a catechism class as soon as I get back to the States (in September).

The problem is that my reversion has happened while in China. Over here, Catholicism isn’t really Catholicism. The Chinese Patriotic Catholic Organization is a government sockpuppet that “ordains” unbaptized “priests” and supports abortion. Roman Catholicism is more or less banned. I cannot fulfill my mass obligation until September. It sucks, but it’s the case right now.

All I can do, for the moment, is pray and trust in God’s mercy.

Do you have any advice for me in this matter?
 
DJ_Pius_X said:
Cool! I’m planning to buy a copy of the Catechism as soon as I’m back in the USA, but right now the main problem is not being able to go to mass.
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God knows your problem and accept you where and as you are.

Since you are physically unable to go to mass due to persecution, you are committing no sin. Take time on Sunday Morning to pray and meditate on the great mystery of the Eucharist.
You may be able to stream the mass on your computer - EWTN streams programming, including the mass.

Peace
James
 

Hi,
Jesus has indeed given you one huge loving embrace. Just pray and He will tell you what to do and guide you.​

Eat my flesh, drink my blood, come to me and never be hungry.
 
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