HavilyRose Posted January 18, 2005 Share Posted January 18, 2005 Karin, I don't mean to jump into your life and intrude on your personal problems. But, please know of my prayers and thoughts for you and your family. I am impressed and inspired by your own resolve to keep your eyes on Heaven and are willingly bearing your cross. I wish I had the strength when I was younger and growing up! One more thing...I know priests, and generally they are only mad and annoyed if they know you are hurting and you don't go to them. They have chosen this lifestyle so that they could help people. They are celibate to leave room for the people of God. Take it from someone who always wonders about bothering people... go to your priests. They are there for you. And generally, they don't make endearing comments like "you are like my sister" if they don't mean it. So, cast your fears aside and get the help you need. My prayers are with you in this difficult time. My heart is breaking for your saddness. I don't think there is anything I can do for you, but please know I am willing. Peace~ Havily Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillT Posted January 18, 2005 Share Posted January 18, 2005 [quote name='karin' date='Jan 17 2005, 11:04 PM']No willt are you sure i just talked to him last week. I feel guilty taking up his time.[/quote] It's the job of a priest to help people at his parish. Especially in this type of situation. Never worry about approching a priest! In fact, set up a weekly meeting with him where you can talk over everything. I have done this many times before and it's a wonderful way to grow stronger spiritually. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karin Posted January 18, 2005 Author Share Posted January 18, 2005 thanks no you are not intruding i wouldn't post if i didnt want response. Dont be impressed by me please i am not impressive trust me. Havily thank you so much for your prayers. I would actually love advice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theculturewarrior Posted January 18, 2005 Share Posted January 18, 2005 If Father Joseph did get annoyed, that would be his fault and not yours. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karin Posted January 18, 2005 Author Share Posted January 18, 2005 ok guys Father joseph will not get annoyed i think he is one of the best preist in the world but. I am just a bit insecure or something ohh i dont know. i am confused. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
journeyman Posted January 18, 2005 Share Posted January 18, 2005 Then you need to set up an appointment with him so you can verify the parameteres of his ability to help. You're hurting on this issue. To the extent he can help you work through this, he will want to do that. This is a life shaking event . . . several aspects of your life have been ripped up and thrown to the side, and some of that may impact on your faith (why does God allow things like this is a tough question - even for the priest) If you have a plan, then you'll have a better idea of which issues are to be worked out by both of you together and which ones are up to you. Some of the things that are on your plate may involve discussion with others outside the pastoral role, and we can try to help on those. more prayers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cathurian Posted January 18, 2005 Share Posted January 18, 2005 Karin, I'm praying for you, and so is Mother Mary. And St. Anselm and St. Casimir. You can talk to me online too. Just see below for my contact information. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
franciscanheart Posted January 18, 2005 Share Posted January 18, 2005 Karin you are still in my prayers. Hope things start to look up for you soon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmotherofpirl Posted January 18, 2005 Share Posted January 18, 2005 If you don't go to your priest, you are not letting him do the job God has given him - to take care of his assigned flock. God has put him there to help you however he can. Let the guy do his job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsFrozen Posted January 18, 2005 Share Posted January 18, 2005 I'm so sorry, Karin. I will definitely be praying for you. I can't imagine what you're going through. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karin Posted January 18, 2005 Author Share Posted January 18, 2005 i talked to my priest today. but he said i am going to have to do something that is really hard for me. i dont know if i can. i want to cry all the time but i cant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
delta557 Posted January 18, 2005 Share Posted January 18, 2005 [quote name='karin' date='Dec 8 2004, 09:00 PM'] My dad left us today. [/quote] That's the most cowardly thing a man can do...it's worse than any kind of cowardice that comes through in war or anything else in life. The both of you I will pray for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
delta557 Posted January 18, 2005 Share Posted January 18, 2005 How old are you? If you have younger siblings you'll need to step up and help them out too. Counseling can do wonders, trust me! You're going to need more than an internet forum, though this can help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rachael Posted January 18, 2005 Share Posted January 18, 2005 [quote name='karin' date='Jan 18 2005, 05:47 PM'] i talked to my priest today. but he said i am going to have to do something that is really hard for me. i dont know if i can. i want to cry all the time but i cant. [/quote] :group: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karin Posted January 18, 2005 Author Share Posted January 18, 2005 i always have had a problem expressing my emotions. i just cant talk to people about them. I think it is having an effect on my health, i have trouble sleeping and i am not hardly hungry ever Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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