Will i need classes

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i havent been to the cathloic church for a very long time , i have some bible stories in my memory but nothing i can remember much off i was 15 when i lift the church and since i have gone from one faiths to another over and over i have OCD and i hear voices the reason i left the church was due to the fact i was abused by a priest i feel i cant forgive him i am scared of priests but i want to learn about Jesus more
i know there are classes for new catholics can born cathloic go to classes and will it be with a priest or someone else from the church ?
am unsure if i could go if its a priest that do the classes
 
Bless you for your faith and your willingness to start the process of returning after all that’s happened. Words cannot express.

You should be able to join RCIA. It’s not just for new converts in most parishes, but for anyone who wants to learn including returnees like you. I think they are mostly not led by priests but by lay people, though this may vary. In either case it would likely be a group class and not one on one if that makes you feel better. Happy learning!
 
Could you ask someone to go with you to the classes until you get to know people in the class and trust them? Older ladies are my favourites to ask for directions where to go.
 
Lily God bless you for your courage and willingness to respond to God’s grace.
I’ll be praying for you.
 
IMO you need to forgive first. Forgiveness means that we do not desire unjust evil upon another person who has wronged us, most especially we may not desire their eternal destruction in hell. We must set aside hopes for vengeance and may not harbor an enduring anger which is murderous or destructive towards yourself and another. You need to get to a place in your heart where you do not blame/fear all priests for the action of one.
 
Good for you for being willing to come back to the church! I am sorry you were abused by a priest. Just know there are many kind and wonderful priests out there,I know many. Generally a lay person would lead the class. Forgive the priest who abused you, holding a grudge will keep you from having peace. God bless you and good luck!
 
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