Protestant Spends a Day in the Life of a Catholic Monk
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Few things grind against the manic pace, consumerism, and commitment wariness of Western culture like the rhythmic, ascetic, and vowed life of monks. In this video, I'm spending a day in the life of a Catholic monk at St. Anselm's Abbey in Washington D.C. As politicians and businessman whirl through the city just outside their doors, the monks live each day much like the last, praying the psalms in community and living out the rule of St. Benedict. During my time, I experienced everything from the 5am wake up call (filmed in real time) to communal meals and the beauty of unhurried walks through nature. It was a throughly moving experience for me, allowing me to be exposed to what I see as perhaps the most beautiful part of the ancient Christian tradition: monasticism. If you've been following my journey, you know that I've been trying to make sense of church history for over a year now, and this has led me not only to interview expert theologians, but also to experience the liturgical rhythms of various traditions. I invite you to join me on the journey in this video, and if you enjoy it, become a part of the community here at Gospel Simplicity.
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After 40 years of being a devout protestant I began researching the roots of Christianity and the church fathers. This sent me on a journey that led to my recent conversion to the Catholic Church. I appreciate this video.
God bless you. Same thing happened to me after seeking God. I was at Moody Bible Institute and had to leave in my 3rd year as I was becoming Catholic. It has been a hard life since, as my wife is still a protestant. God have mercy on me
When did you graduate? I'm a Moody alumnus
@@GospelSimplicity i didn't graduate. I was in my 3rd year, I attended from 2011 to 2013. Once I was convinced of the Catholic faith I spoke to many of my professors about it and they said they wouldn't in good conscience let me graduate if I truly assented to the Catholic faith. I left that semester because I thought it would be wrong to take another semesters worth of donor money for my education. I was not supported in my decision by anyone including my wife, who is still protestant. It was a very lonely time, but God was with me.
@@David-we3sbYes God is with you David. He is Emmanuel. And what a great name you bear.
I wonder if you experienced a sense of “Being Home.” as many converts do. It’s a sense that’s difficult to describe in words.
The path is not easy and it’s narrow but we have a great cloud of witnesses who’ve gone before us cheering us on.
“The one who perseveres till the end, is the one who’ll be saved.” Matt 24:13
Peace 💟💟💟
@@Swiss-s4b yes I do feel home. I know I am home. Thank you for your kind words, may God give us the strength and grace to endure
You’re the first person who doesn’t slam a Catholic on you tube. You have a loving heart and a beautiful soul. God bless you brother
There is also Cameron at Capturing Christianity RUclips Channel
@@markie0320 Or Ten Minute Bible Hour
@@watcherwlc53 Just discovered him today! Thank you
@@watcherwlc53 I was about to say that, but you beat me to it!
That's why I love this channel, I love that he can go into the various churches/traditions, is informative without being rude or negative or nasty about those who hold different religious beliefs than himself. He does a great job, 🙏😊🙏
I love the way you approached this. I'm a Catholic convert, so is my husband. Catholicism isn't an easy religion to live out, but I feel like it's the one that prepares us the most for death and gives the most meaning to suffering.
Catholic truth on RUclips is great to know the faith.
True.
Am a Catholic since birth and what you have said is so true
I can 100% agree, as a born an raised catholic, it is not easy at all but that is where the magic is. When you truly devote your life to Jesus. Blessings will rain down upon you. Take it from me a 23 years old knuckle head 😂
No monks or nuns in the Bible. No cardinals either, and Jesus commands us not to call religious leaders master rabbi or father. Bishops are commanded in the Bible to be the husband of one wife with children. The Bible teaches that salvation is by Grace through faith and not of works. Catholicism is not biblical which means it is devilish.
As a Catholic, I am thankful for you. God bless.
WHAT IS SPECIAL ABOUT BEING A HINDU?
By Francois Gautier.
Diversity in Divinity and Unity in Spirituality.
1) Believe in God ! - Aastik - Accepted
2) Don't believe in God ! - You're accepted as Nastik
3) You want to worship idols - please go ahead. You are a murti pujak.
4) You dont want to worship idols - no problem. You can focus on Nirguna Brahman.
5) You want to criticise something in our religion. Come forward. We are logical. Nyaya, Tarka etc. are core Hindu schools.
6) You want to accept beliefs as it is. Most welcome. Please go ahead with it.
7) You want to start your journey by reading Bhagvad Gita - Sure !
8) You want to start your journey by reading Upanishads - Go ahead.
9) You want to start your journey by reading Purana - Be my guest.
10) You just don't like reading Puranas or other books. No problem my dear. Go by Bhakti tradition . ( bhakti- devotion)
11) You don't like idea of Bhakti ! No problem. Do your Karma. Be a karmayogi.
12) You want to enjoy life. Very good. No problem at all. This is Charvaka Philosophy.
13) You want to abstain from all the enjoyment of life & find God - jai ho ! Be a Sadhu, an ascetic !
14) You don't like the concept of God. You believe in Nature only - Welcome. (Trees are our friends and Prakriti or nature is worthy of worship).
15) You believe in one God or Supreme Energy. Superb! Follow Advaita philosophy
16) You want a Guru. Go ahead. Receive gyaan.
17) You don't want a Guru.. Help yourself ! Meditate, Study !
18) You believe in Female energy ! Shakti is worshipped.
19) You believe that every human being is equal. Yeah! You're awesome, come on let's celebrate Hinduism!
"Vasudhaiva kutumbakam" (the world is a family)
20) You don't have time to celebrate the festival.
Don't worry. One more festival is coming! There are multiple festivals every single day of the year.
21) You are a working person. Don't have time for religion. Its okay. You will still be a Hindu.
22) You like to go to temples. Devotion is loved.
23) You don't like to go to temples - no problem. You are still a Hindu!
24) You know that Hinduism ☺ is a way of life, with considerable freedom.
25) You believe that everything has God in it. So you worship your mother, father, guru, tree, River, Prani-matra, Earth, Universe!
26) And If you don't believe that everything has GOD in it - No problems. Respect your viewpoint.
27) "Sarve jana sukhino bhavantu " (May you all live happily)
You represent this! You're free to choose, my dear Hindu!
This is exactly the essence of Hinduism, all inclusive .. That is why it has withstood the test of time inspite of repeated onslaught both from within and outside, and assimilated every good aspects from everything . That is why it is eternal !!!
There is a saying in Rigveda , the first book ever known to mankind which depicts the Hinduism philosophy in a Nutshell -" Ano bhadrah Krathavo Yanthu Vishwathah"- Let the knowledge come to us from every direction
@@YenkammaNethat's exactly why hinduism is unattractive... it focuses on YOU and YOUR desires. This "freedom" just shows that it's manmade, since the religion is "inclusive" and fulfill selfish desires. As you say, YOU get to decide. You can do whatever YOU like. Very selfish. Very self-centered. You can "build your own religion" and your own faith. You get to choose. All those reasons just confirm how manmade and non supernatural this religion is. And how selfish it is.
I'll pray for you! Jesus died for you. He would do it all over again just for YOU alone to believe in Him.
@@YenkammaNe 28) do you have non-conventional eating preferences? no problem my dear, join the Aghori.
Seems fitting this comment has 666 likes
Dude, I stayed for a week in a Benedictine Monastery, we wake up at 4 am!!!! It was great! There could never be more peace than a Monastery, it's like preparing for heaven
Pratice more deeply get more and more closer to Jesus than the real war begins satan will come to take your peace.
@@r.c4914 Jn 14:27
@@alexdelosreyes6076 Yes we have peace that God gives not like the worlds .
Every Christian must go through trials sooner or later ,spiritually and physically.
John15 :18-21
18 “If the world hates you, know that it has hated me before it hated you. 19 If you were of the world, the world would love you as its own; but because you are not of the world, but I chose you out of the world, therefore the world hates you. 20 Remember the word that I said to you: ‘A servant is not greater than his master.’ If they persecuted me, they will also persecute you.
2 Corinthians 12: 7
7 or because of these surpassingly great revelations. Therefore, in order to keep me from becoming conceited, I was given a thorn in my flesh, a messenger of Satan, to torment me.
2 Corinthians 11 :24-28
24 Five times I received from the Jews the forty lashes minus one. 25 Three times I was beaten with rods, once I was pelted with stones, three times I was shipwrecked, I spent a night and a day in the open sea, 26 I have been constantly on the move. I have been in danger from rivers, in danger from bandits, in danger from my fellow Jews, in danger from Gentiles; in danger in the city, in danger in the country, in danger at sea; and in danger from false believers. 27 I have labored and toiled and have often gone without sleep; I have known hunger and thirst and have often gone without food; I have been cold and naked. 28 Besides everything else, I face daily the pressure of my concern for all the churches.
How did you ask them to stay for a week at their monastery.
There is a Benedictine Monastery on an island near me, just asking.
@@silvio1894 You contact the Prior or the guest master of the Monastery, they usually require you to tell them in advance when you will be staying and your intentions for visiting. For me, it was for the Holy Week retreat. But be careful, as you see them every day, you might be drawn to them. In some cases, there's no going back. Lol.
I am a protestant and Baptised. I have stayed at Pluscarden Abbey in Scotland which is a working Catholic Benedictine Monastery. I attend services Including Mass. I work as a volunteer most every Saturday in the garden and have lunch with the monks. I am welcomed and have many friends who are monks. We start at 4am for 4:30 Vigils. God Bless Them All.
Very close to where I live.
God Bless You.
I was a weakly formed and near lapsed Catholic. Simply being around Catholic men who were living their faith… that was a strong magnet that drew me deeper into the Catholic faith. It happened over 10 years, in steps… but if you’re like me, there is a unique flavor of truth in Catholic teachings, art, philosophy, prayers, traditions, etc. Hungry minds and hearts lead us to the true Church!! Our Lady and St. Joseph, pray for us!!
I’m walking in a season of my life where the Holy Spirit is softening my heart to understanding Catholicism. I’ve been convicted of harboring negative feelings toward the Catholic faith (raised Pentecostal and now Baptist) and I’m asking the Lord to open my eyes and correct me of misunderstanding. God Bless you Brother!
Bless you
I became Catholic recently. I really love the depth of the religion and how it pushes me to be the best possible human being. It is a challenge issued to us.
@@aisthpaoithtbut always remember Christ was the ONLY best possible being, that’s something all Christendom holds dear
@@bikesrcool_1958 correct! But that doesn't give us an excuse to stop trying
@@aisthpaoitht as a Protestant I really respect the catholic faith without works is dead, because 1 it’s biblical, and 2 I see way too many Christian’s do whatever they want. Paul said we should by no means allow grace to pile up, and James said that without anything to show for our faith we really don’t have it at all. Good talk God bless you
Austin, thank you for the kindness you have shown to the Catholic Church. I appreciate how kindly you talk about my church. Thank you for pursuing understanding amongst Christianity.
I was bracing myself for a Catholic bashing video and was wonderfully surprised! Thank you for your open-mindedness towards the Catholic faith. God bless you!
So was,I.Its what they normally do
this guy is good; definitely respectful to all denominations/rites he interacts with
As a protestant who converted to Catholism 25 years ago, I can tell you that your spirit is hardwired to be a Catholic--probably because your ancestors were Catholics--and your life will continually turn you back towards the Catholic church...that will be part of your journey...the better and more spiritual you are, the more you turn toward Christ's true church, as it is revealed to you that this is the Church with the answers you seek because Christ started it and is at the head of it (protestant churches are all missing some piece of the entire Truth)...(the human foibles are in every church ever invented)...you would not be here unless you are a good person and are seeking a better path for your spirit...good luck on your journey to find Truth and Peace...dts/usa
Catholicism is built on easily proveable lies, just look at all the airs and graces the church gives itself the videos of the pope at Easter Mass alone even and tell me that's how Christ wanted people to live with a love of money, jewels and gems.
That’s like saying to an Indian that his spirit is hardwired to be Hindu because his ancestors were Hindu. That doesn’t make Hinduism right.
WHAT IS SPECIAL ABOUT BEING A HINDU?
By Francois Gautier.
Diversity in Divinity and Unity in Spirituality.
1) Believe in God ! - Aastik - Accepted
2) Don't believe in God ! - You're accepted as Nastik
3) You want to worship idols - please go ahead. You are a murti pujak.
4) You dont want to worship idols - no problem. You can focus on Nirguna Brahman.
5) You want to criticise something in our religion. Come forward. We are logical. Nyaya, Tarka etc. are core Hindu schools.
6) You want to accept beliefs as it is. Most welcome. Please go ahead with it.
7) You want to start your journey by reading Bhagvad Gita - Sure !
8) You want to start your journey by reading Upanishads - Go ahead.
9) You want to start your journey by reading Purana - Be my guest.
10) You just don't like reading Puranas or other books. No problem my dear. Go by Bhakti tradition . ( bhakti- devotion)
11) You don't like idea of Bhakti ! No problem. Do your Karma. Be a karmayogi.
12) You want to enjoy life. Very good. No problem at all. This is Charvaka Philosophy.
13) You want to abstain from all the enjoyment of life & find God - jai ho ! Be a Sadhu, an ascetic !
14) You don't like the concept of God. You believe in Nature only - Welcome. (Trees are our friends and Prakriti or nature is worthy of worship).
15) You believe in one God or Supreme Energy. Superb! Follow Advaita philosophy
16) You want a Guru. Go ahead. Receive gyaan.
17) You don't want a Guru.. Help yourself ! Meditate, Study !
18) You believe in Female energy ! Shakti is worshipped.
19) You believe that every human being is equal. Yeah! You're awesome, come on let's celebrate Hinduism!
"Vasudhaiva kutumbakam" (the world is a family)
20) You don't have time to celebrate the festival.
Don't worry. One more festival is coming! There are multiple festivals every single day of the year.
21) You are a working person. Don't have time for religion. Its okay. You will still be a Hindu.
22) You like to go to temples. Devotion is loved.
23) You don't like to go to temples - no problem. You are still a Hindu!
24) You know that Hinduism ☺ is a way of life, with considerable freedom.
25) You believe that everything has God in it. So you worship your mother, father, guru, tree, River, Prani-matra, Earth, Universe!
26) And If you don't believe that everything has GOD in it - No problems. Respect your viewpoint.
27) "Sarve jana sukhino bhavantu " (May you all live happily)
You represent this! You're free to choose, my dear Hindu!
This is exactly the essence of Hinduism, all inclusive .. That is why it has withstood the test of time inspite of repeated onslaught both from within and outside, and assimilated every good aspects from everything . That is why it is eternal !!!
There is a saying in Rigveda , the first book ever known to mankind which depicts the Hinduism philosophy in a Nutshell -" Ano bhadrah Krathavo Yanthu Vishwathah"- Let the knowledge come to us from every direction
heretical talk... he is drawn to the Church due to Truth alone
Lmao this hindu thinks that is a good argument for hindusim. My friend that paragraph you wrote highlights exactly why hinduism is a joke. 2 + 2 cannot be 5 or 7 or 9 it's 4. TRUTH IS EXCLUSIVE. And here comes the absolute stupid ideology saying 2 + 2 = 17 LMAOOOOO.. that's why u have cannibal yogis and you people can't state the obvious that they are evil
As a former Protestant that became Catholic 2 years ago, I love these virtual tours through different monasteries and churches. I find my faith grows every time I meet priests and monks at a seminary I visited.
The biggest thing I learned from my experience is the Catholic faith is not just going to mass, but living every day in the faith. It is something I could never do before. I have so much I want to learn and these videos allow access where many don't get to see. Thank you!
Happy for you. Now you can consume Jesus, in good consciousness of course. Remember, we are what we eat.
It's hard for me to see a lot of these misinformed pastors leading protestants into a path where they can't be righteous with God, where they can't confess, and consume the Eucharist. You may know a lot of protestants, help them save there souls.
@@ivaldez5715 why does the bible say, have no steps going up to an alter and make it of un-worked stone, call no man father, confess your sins to one and another, you have no priest but Jesus. Why does the Papacy say the pope is level with Jesus and somehow the dead Mary is a good as Jesus too, why did the papacy change the ten commandments and also alter the time. The anti chirst will change the times and the law. If your unaware at this point you clearly don't read the thing (which the papacy banned people from doing for a long time). Why did the papacy burn the heretics. Its is the beast that's why. Its not a coincidence their's a good deal of pedo's in there, cause its the church of satan getting his claws in right and good. I mean i'm not even religious and its easy to see, all have bowed the knee to baal, very few on this world who haven't, to find them you'll need to find those who have the faith of Jesus and keep the commandments (that means all ten not 9) sunday is the worship of Ra the sun god and the papacy knows it and rubs it in your face cause they think of you dogs.
So glad the monks opened their monastery to share with you. May it be evangelizing!
I spent most of my life as a protestant. Even graduating from a popular Christian University. An interest in early church history eventually lead to me becoming Catholic after many years of studying and understanding the doctrines . I have developed a more intimate relationship with Jesus Christ because of this. The sacrament of the Eucharist is truly life changing! Unfortunately, many protestants friends and pastors that I know believe it is a war. They are VERY anti-Catholic without true knowledge of the church doctrine. I know because I was raised with this prejudiced mindset. In fact, the church I attended before my conversion actually had the pastor preach this at his pulpit. The untruths that they spread saddens me. How much more must it sadden our Creator. Regardless, I am SO THANKFUL for my Catholic Faith.
Welcome Home 😁🙏🌷
Welp you see, I have exactly that experience but reversed - so Roman Catholic vs. Orthodox Church (which happens to be bigger "threat" in the area I live at, but also vs. protestant groups. "They" don't seem to care if you're not a believer though.
It was only when I came to a live faith that I got to learn about other traditions. Every "body" wants their members.
The Real Presence in the Eucharist is game-set-match for me, end of all theological debates. John 6 is literal. It's what Jesus wants - "do THIS in memory of Me".
R Williams
You should have believed the Gospel and you would never have been deceived by Romanism.
I'm an ex cat. who trusted Jesus alone and was born again 40 years ago.
This pagan counterfeit religion will reward your faithfulness with eternal torment in Hell.
I'd rather go to Heaven and live this life secure in the knowledge, that Heaven is my eternal home! 🤗
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@ vere dictum
You Pagans have been putting your gods in wafers for centuries before the LORD came.
Look at your Roman religion historically and the only changes you made to it is name changes.
Your Jesus is another Jesus. (false)
Your gospel is another gospel. (fake & blasphemous!)
Repent and leave this Satanic counterfeit religion or spend your eternity with the popes in everlasting torment.
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I just spent the weekend at Buckfast Abbey in England which has a monastic tradition which dates back a thousand years. Much of the prayer is in Latin and Mass is celebrated most days. I was received into the Catholic Church this Easter. God bless you all
Welcome home!! 🙏🙂
Welcome home
God bless you!
Thanks Austin!
I am Roman Catholic. My family and I fast, and pray the daily rosary, and divine mercy at night. However, I feel like perhaps God is calling me to daily Mass specifically early in the morning.... This was a beautiful example of how layman live out their Catholic faith in a secular world.
Thank you for the Inspiration
I am a father and became catholic but my wife is still a protestant. I wish I could lead my family to pray the rosary daily and attend mass together, but i fear my wife would divorce me, as she threatened in the past. god please have mercy on my soul
@devan1635 worship of Mary is idolatry, yes. the Rosary is literally mediation on the bible, each prayer is from the bible, and each mystery that you meditate on is from the bible.
ruclips.net/video/e4uWemSfpwk/видео.htmlsi=oRpaeGdCAhRNZ0Fq
@devan1635 Hail Mary, Full of Grace, the Lord is with you. Blessed are you among women and Blessed is the fruit of your womb, Jesus.
Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.
Amén
Your leaning towards Catholicism ! Receiving the Eucharist is receiving HEAVEN .
Even if he isn't he has helped bring people into the Catholic Church . More than this cradle Catholic has.
So True!!!
Protestants have valid sacraments
I think he is too.
The unity is an issue. I converted to Catholicism from evangelical Church. My so called Protestant sisters and brothers or so I thought have done nothing but pounce for a theological debate with rapid fire arguments not even really having a full grasp of Catholics. They won’t even acknowledge we have the same gospel out of ignorance and it is very heart breaking. We really need to take the time and effort to understand one another at least so we know where we stand and why without cutting down others.
Amen!
Because of pride and ego mostly. And this issue isn’t exclusively Protestant
Many of us lay Catholics pray the Liturgy of the Hours. It is a way of structuring the day around praise of God, in union with the whole Church. Austin have you looked into the Liturgy of the Hours? A speaker on it would be great.
Austin, I feel like I so get you. I’m also Protestant and love my church but have also learned so much from the Catholic and Orthodox traditions. I enjoy incorporating some of their prayer traditions, like the rosary and the Jesus prayer, into my own. I’m also deeply saddened by all the division among believers. I truly appreciate your videos and all the time, thought, and heart you put into them.
You should ask Martin Luther about the division. Peace ✌️
Awww. So glad you're praying the rosary... Also... The blessed virgin promised many graces you may ask God through her intercession... I challenge you to do this. ❤️💚
May God continue to bless you and love you. May the love of his mother protect you under her mantle.
Your catholic sister in Christ
@@mariazuniga-lopez1850 Thank you!
@@willcunningham7049 Love it! I'm a catholic, but I love seeing fellow Christians have an open mind towards Catholicism rather than bashing it, same goes for Catholics as well. God Bless you always
I can definitely agree on the importance of incorporating specific time for prayer in our daily life bringing us closer to God. When I can go for daily mass I go, unfortunately sometimes I can't because of work, so I just go on the weekends. For more than eight months I've been praying the rosary every day with the rosary crew, a couple of months ago I decided to add to my daily prayers the Divine Mercy chaplet, and through the day I try to find time to do prayers of petition, thanksgiving and adoration, including singing (even if it's in silence). I feel that the more we pray, the more we put in perspective how important is God in our lives and how much quality time we can dedicate to Him so our desire to get closer increases. Don't let the evil one fool you, there's always a way to find time in our day that we can dedicate to God.
For myself, I really want to go outside towards the woods behind my neighborhood at night and chant the Kyrie Eleison, but I'm afraid of coyotes and, honestly, people hearing me
I find your message indpiring! God bless you - ....and thanks!
Jesus said; we are to pray without ceasing. How do we do that? We do that by consciously uniting our will to the holy will of Gods. Then all that we are and all that we do becomes a prayer. Jesus said all of our time, talent and treasure belongs to Him, given to us by His grace, to glorify Him with. When we have this kind of mind set we make our entire life and work into a prayer that gives glory to God. God Bless! 🙏❤️
@@walterismydog7284 You got this!💯
@augustusic Awesome, keep at it! I'm trying to add my prayer devotions also besides the lovely Divine Mercy Chaplet and rosary 🥰🙏❤💕
Im Catholic... and you are teaching me about Catholic things i didnt really know about. Thank you and may God bless you.
I discerned with a group of Dominican nuns a few years ago. Turns out being a cloistered nun is not for me, but I can relate to getting up super early for Morning Prayer! It's not easy, but it was AMAZING to be there in the church so early, the only layperson there until morning Mass.
As a Catholic, I understand that these vocations may not be for everyone. However, it has worked pretty well for others like Mother Dolores Hart, who was an actress before she chose to become a nun.
I had experience in monastery for 5 years. As an old catholic guy now I have always regretted leaving. It had to do with my deep personal feelings of inadequacy.
I'm a protestant and if I were catholic I'd definitely join a monastery. Really I wish I could do it now. Living in community all working towards the same goal for our lord seems like the dream. So I really appreciate your video
There is a Lutheran benedictine monastery in Wisconsin?
You don´t need to become a papist to enjoy a "monastert experience" just move to the countryside....
@@Leoterio76 When you use word 'papist', you sound like you are stuck in A.D. 1517.
@@xyz-cw4hv thanks
Well, what would it take for you to become Catholic?
I don't know how you can hold off for so long on receiving the Eucharist without suffering from deep longing. 🙏🔆
A protestant has never had eucharist so they don't understand
Once you believe it is the Real Presence, the longing for it is indeed intense.
@@TwizzElishus you have to be in full communion with the Catholic Church, ie be a bone fide Catholic, and in a state of grace (no unconfessed serious sins)
@@TwizzElishus you need to be Catholic. It’s a covenant physical bond, like the marital act. Therefore, the marital union is the framework for the act. It’s less about passing a quiz than being a member of the body, though there is certainly mental assent involved in becoming Catholic as an adult. Some of that is an act of the will, more than perfect intellectual understanding and assent. I’m not dodging a direct answer, it’s more the question you are asking (as I’m reading it) seems more about doctrinal lessons and less about family relationship. The relationship is the angle (or the lens) through which to look. Our orthodox brethren do not accept papal infallibility however we Catholics view them as same family and we can share the same sacramental meal (though the orthodox themselves disagree). We have lots of Doctrine, but what we are speaking about here is bigger than only doctrine. It’s family, bonds, relationships…it’s organic
@@limoncellosmith7594 Protestant pastors will teach that Catholics don’t have a personal relationship with Christ because they don’t make a public statement of faith in Christ. This is not only bizarre but stupid.
The beliefs and church structure that are held in common by both Catholic and Orthodox churches REALLY require a massive explanation from Protestant apologists.
Mary is calling you young man don’t refuse her you are loved.
You’re at a Catholic monastery because they’re fantastic. ❤
Austin, your humility and ecumenicism are really inspiring! This was a great video. I hope these experiences are enriching your faith life.
WHAT IS SPECIAL ABOUT BEING A HINDU?
By Francois Gautier.
Diversity in Divinity and Unity in Spirituality.
1) Believe in God ! - Aastik - Accepted
2) Don't believe in God ! - You're accepted as Nastik
3) You want to worship idols - please go ahead. You are a murti pujak.
4) You dont want to worship idols - no problem. You can focus on Nirguna Brahman.
5) You want to criticise something in our religion. Come forward. We are logical. Nyaya, Tarka etc. are core Hindu schools.
6) You want to accept beliefs as it is. Most welcome. Please go ahead with it.
7) You want to start your journey by reading Bhagvad Gita - Sure !
8) You want to start your journey by reading Upanishads - Go ahead.
9) You want to start your journey by reading Purana - Be my guest.
10) You just don't like reading Puranas or other books. No problem my dear. Go by Bhakti tradition . ( bhakti- devotion)
11) You don't like idea of Bhakti ! No problem. Do your Karma. Be a karmayogi.
12) You want to enjoy life. Very good. No problem at all. This is Charvaka Philosophy.
13) You want to abstain from all the enjoyment of life & find God - jai ho ! Be a Sadhu, an ascetic !
14) You don't like the concept of God. You believe in Nature only - Welcome. (Trees are our friends and Prakriti or nature is worthy of worship).
15) You believe in one God or Supreme Energy. Superb! Follow Advaita philosophy
16) You want a Guru. Go ahead. Receive gyaan.
17) You don't want a Guru.. Help yourself ! Meditate, Study !
18) You believe in Female energy ! Shakti is worshipped.
19) You believe that every human being is equal. Yeah! You're awesome, come on let's celebrate Hinduism!
"Vasudhaiva kutumbakam" (the world is a family)
20) You don't have time to celebrate the festival.
Don't worry. One more festival is coming! There are multiple festivals every single day of the year.
21) You are a working person. Don't have time for religion. Its okay. You will still be a Hindu.
22) You like to go to temples. Devotion is loved.
23) You don't like to go to temples - no problem. You are still a Hindu!
24) You know that Hinduism ☺ is a way of life, with considerable freedom.
25) You believe that everything has God in it. So you worship your mother, father, guru, tree, River, Prani-matra, Earth, Universe!
26) And If you don't believe that everything has GOD in it - No problems. Respect your viewpoint.
27) "Sarve jana sukhino bhavantu " (May you all live happily)
You represent this! You're free to choose, my dear Hindu!
This is exactly the essence of Hinduism, all inclusive .. That is why it has withstood the test of time inspite of repeated onslaught both from within and outside, and assimilated every good aspects from everything . That is why it is eternal !!!
There is a saying in Rigveda , the first book ever known to mankind which depicts the Hinduism philosophy in a Nutshell -" Ano bhadrah Krathavo Yanthu Vishwathah"- Let the knowledge come to us from every direction
If something is everything, it is nothing.@@YenkammaNe
You talk very calmly. It's a good trait, worthy of emulation really.
God bless
What a beautiful video ❤❤❤ God bless you, as catholic I really appreciate that a Protestant can see the beauty of Catholic Church and not judge the way we are usually judged. Thank you !!!
Sounds like you are on a journey, Austin. Hope you are open to the Spirit. He may end up leading you where you *think* you don't want to go. The truth is that God is a jealous God and He wants your heart. He is not an "interest" nor a side hustle. We go forward or backward but we never stand still. The Spirit will lead you to the truth. God bless.
Pam ........ We are all on a journey and it is an interior journey and it is a matter of growth and a ever deepening awareness that Christ is with us always and indeed within us by the Holy Spirit . We should all be like Austin in that pursuit ! Top marks to him !
You epitomize the heart of Christ, not caught up on labels, but on the purpose of His life-giving message!
Thanks!
Austin, you spoke some inspiring words here! I admire your maturity not only at the level of theology - which is noticeable through your journey - but also as a true man of Christ. More so, whenever we understand (even better, experience) the power of prayer and contemplation we can even fulfill better our duties at both professional and personal levels, like being good husbands and good fathers, and most certainly act better on the lamentable and sinful reality of divisions. Congrats on your graduation and marriage! Happy days to come!
I think you're being honest and doing God's work. One thing is certain, those who seek will find. And the Holy Spirit will surely not lead you astray. Thank you for these videos.
It is only in protestant faith groups/churches that I have heard negative comments from the pulpit of the pastors/church goers and from my former husband's family members. Although, I have done decades of ministry in hospital and prison ministry as an ex officer, - I was persecuted when I prayed the Gloriious Mystery and the Divine Mercy Chaplet over my dying husband and he was made to cry when he attended the Easter Vigil w me by his dtr.
I went to their Easter service and have attended many Alliance/Baptist/Evangelical services
It's disappointing that there is such a prejudice and lack of knowledge of the Apostolic church.
God bless us All.
Praying that your journey of discernment brings you closer to the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. Thank you for sharing this with us. God Bless you.
As one who’s looking into visiting a Catholic monastery, this is very helpful.
Honestly, when i saw the title of this video in my feed, i thought "oh no, here we go, another protestant is going to speak how terrible the catholic church is ". I was sad about this being in my feed but when i did decided to click on your video, i went straight to the comments first know what i'm getting myself into before watching your video ... but when i saw the comments, i was shocked, you were being so kind a loving to our catholic church. And thats a blessing
I’m glad you decided to click, so that you could be encouraged by his content! I’m Protestant, but I truly respect and appreciate the Catholic faith. I’m very sorry you’ve experienced less gracious reactions. Stay strong. God bless.
As a catholic I thought of you as a curious young man who wants to know directly from the experience and not from other sources. You had the opportunity to see, participate and ask. As a catholic I was raised not to be in war with other christians but my own person. The life as a monk gives you the opportunity to spend quality time with God, hours that you can’t have otherwise. Now you learn that you can replicate this experience in your life and have a even closer relation with God. Enjoy your journey and remember, Jesus was misunderstood by his own, so go where the Holy Spirit guides you. Blessings❤
As always, you are able to connect people through your message and experience! Seeing a mirror in a monastery was new for me lol Thank you for sharing this experience with me :) May God bless you and guide you!
It was my pleasure! That's an interesting point about the mirror. I wouldn't have thought of that!
Absolutely beautiful video Austin! Not sure if you realize what a breath of fresh air you are. Thank you for this! God bless you Sir!
I highly recommend, if you're in America, to check out the monastery of Our Lady of Guadalupe in New Mexico. They are traditional Benedictine monks that chant the Divine Office in Latin and say the traditional mass.
Cheers!
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I was just there in October!
Something real special from catholicism is the adoración of the Holy Sacrament. Just by sitting and praying in front of The Holy Sacrament, I've felt incredible things; like a sweet heat that was coming to my heart, and made me feel as if I was melting. ❤
I love your willingness to simply listen and learn. I became Catholic a little over a year ago, yet am still involved in a Bible believing Church while attending mass regularly and praying for reconcilitation between the Christian factions. I love my evangelical brothers and sisters and yet I am thrilled to have grown my Christian family in the Catholic Church. I know that sounds simplistic. I have studied and reflected on dogmas and differences in belief structures and coming from Evangelicalism and well trained in Evangelical theology, I have embraced the Catholic Church, especially the Eucharist. But I still love my Jesus trusting, God believing, Bible believing evangelical brethren. Many still point people to Christ!
The Catholic Mass actually contains tons of scripture.
Check out a book "where we got the Bible; Our debt to the catholic church". It shows you that the Bible came from the Catholic Church. It's also full of apologetical tidbits that will help you to convert your evangelical friends (at least the few who will listen, lol)
The Catholic church is a Bible believing church. Not sure what you mean. It's also not advisable to have your feet in both camps as a "young" Catholic
@@patriciajohnson1894 I clearly understand that the Catholic Church is a Bible Believing church. The point I was trying to make is that many evangelicals are also Bible believing and believe in Jesus, the Trinity and probably most of what Catholics believe but are missing out on some great Catholic traditions and truths. I smiled when you say that it isn't advisable to have your feet in both camps as a young Catholic. I wish I was young. I do understand your concerns. However I do see people who simply believe and are baptized changed by the Holy Spirit as a result of evangelicals pointing them to Christ. I can't deny that. And I have many friends and family who I will be encouraging to understand what it means to be Roman Catholic. After many years of studying Theology, Scripture, History and the Church, I can't be regarded as young any more. Thanks again for your concern.
Catholics are extremely Jesus trusting, God believing and Bible believing too. We are just not very showy about it. We have mental prayers which is very personal.
I feel exactly as you when I see the divisions, they are profoundly heartbreaking! Unfortunately there are many who see it as a war, they espouse falsehoods and disparage others without opening their hearts, I hear the hurtful slander often in person, on radio and TV. I truly hope many can watch this and push away the barriers of prejudice, and work towards the unity our Lord prayed for. History has a long memory, but it is up to us and the Holy Spirit to be open to love. Remember Love, Mercy, and Forgiveness are at the heart of the Christian life. Pax Domini Sit Semper Vobiscum!
Amen!
We stayed with monks for a weekend for our pre-Cana preparations before getting married and it is one of my favorite memories ever. It was so peaceful. The head monk helping our group was a former Baptist. 😊
Awesome! I like day in the life videos ^_^ So much richness in my beloved Catholicism, God Bless and thank you for your content. I can tell you have a kind soul 🤗❤💕
I’m so grateful for you Austin, your channel has taught me so much about Christendom. From your brother in Christ ✌🏻
Just like biblical and historical evidence proves that jesus and his apostles were vegatarians biblical and historical evidence also proves that the trinity, atonement, original sin and hell are very late misinterpretations and are not supported by the early creed hence its not a part of Christianity I pray that Allah swt revives Christianity both inside and out preserves and protects it and makes its massage be witnessed by all people but at the right moment, place and time
The secred text of the Bible says ye shall know them by their fruits
So too that I say to my christian brothers and sisters be fruitful and multiply
Best regards from a Muslim ( line of ismail )
@@theguyver4934 send proof pls
Thank you Austin for this lovely content. As a Protestant, you are able to do this because of your open mindedness. Wish you all the best and God bless
"...a proper atmosphere for prayer and reflection." Well said.
You are blessed in that you are willing to experience the others and be open to the others. Catholics could learn from this and reach out to our protestant brothers and sisters too. Bridge the divide.
The honesty (and the editing) of yours are amazing
Thanks!
@@GospelSimplicity And to answer your question : you're bringing the best of both Christian worlds.
Solid protestant understanding of theology & Scripture.. combined with the prestigious surroundings and spiritual exercises of the Catholics.
Also if you like prayer exercices, then talking to a Jesuit congregation would be a must for you (or check out one of your rivals' channel, Matt Whitman 😉 )
6:00 We share a common baptism with any Protestant who has a Trinitarian baptism. As a Catholic, I have come to appreciate more and more the significance of that. It means that my Protestant brothers and sisters have the indwelling of the Holy Spirit. They have been buried with Christ and have risen with Him and have the pledge of immortality. They have access to the Father through the Son our Lord. These are no small things. And I think we need to preface any disagreement we may have with one another by affirming that common brotherhood and sisterhood in Christ.
Amen!
You are fundamentally correct in a sense, and it shows how dangerous are those who anarchically teach the necessity of a sacrilegious rebaptism and how provincial (far from truly and authentically Catholic) they are. Still, by baptismal unity (“one baptism”) we believe some non-Catholics are incorporated into the Catholic Church in a rather imperfect way (abandoning the “one faith” through acts of rebellion nevertheless), which points to Catholic unity indeed and to the corporeal indissolubility of the Body of Christ. Albeit separation is a fact relatable to those imperfections, not anyone outside of the visible Catholic community can be blamed for the mortal sin of hatred, faction, dissension and schism (Gal 5, 20). If they do not hinder access to truth and to integral perfect community (for example, if ignorance is somehow not invincible in a hypothetical situation), like someone who does whatever he can to be anywhere but in the One, Holy, Catholic and Apostolic Church that Our Lord built upon Peter and on the fundamentals of the apostles and the prophets, one can legitimately assume they are united - imperfectly - to us in a mystical sense. The levels of imperfections will vary among non-Catholic churches or ecclesial communities.
You should read what the early Church writes about separated groups and those who come up with another gospel and doctrine. What you write is utter indifferentism and relativism.
Nice, looking forward to this
Hope you enjoy it!
@@GospelSimplicity Thanks King, hope you visit an Orthodox monastery sometime soon.
@@TheFeralcatz He must. I will raise funds for mount athos
@@gwan_git If you want to do that, I will find the time to make it happen
@@GospelSimplicity they're very selective on who they allow to film on the holy mountain, but i hope they allow you if you do go.
You went there because your soul knows you belong in the Catholic Church, you're true home on earth
Robyn ....The home for all Christians is in Christ and not in any special denomination of the Church and making our home in Christ there would be true Christian Unity .
Every denomination of the Church has its strengths and its weakness and we all have our errors of doctrine and our hypocrites.
We can all learn from each other and enrich each other .
@@peterj6740 The Catholic church is not a denomination. Cannot separate Christ from his body, which is the church. And the church cannot be many, for there is but one bride of Christ, one church. Christ was not a polygamist.
@@dickymartinus1753 That is true indeed that Christ is the head and the Church is the members of His Body . There is one lord , one faith , one baptism , one God who is
father of all but there were many branches of the Church which were situated right throughout the Mediterranean World including Rome < Corinth . Thessalonica < Colossae > Antioch > Galatia > Ephesus .> Jerusalem >
They were all part of the Universal (catholic ) Church. The Roman Church was part of the catholic (universal ) Church .
Anyone who professes the Nicene Creed is part of the catholic church.
To be in Christ is to be in the Church and as you said Christ cannot be separated from his body (the Church )
The Roman Church after Constantine with the number of pagans entering into it ( without true conversion ) added paganism to the church of Rome
So the Roman Church was a mixture of christianity and paganism and became very corrupt but still had some true Christians in its ranks .
None of the branches of Christendom has a monopoly of being alone the one true Church to the exclusion of others .
@@dickymartinus1753 not true. G od divorced Israel/ Jews for the gentiles. He will reconcile Israel in His time.
@@jenniferwise8515 Every new Testament book except the gospel of Luke was written by Jews and all the apostles were Jews and the first converts were Jews from every nation under heaven . The Church is the New Israel including and firstly Jews and all Gentiles and in Christ all distinctions disappear.
We are all one person in Christ Jesus.... no more male or female slave or freeperson Jew or Gentile
It is SO refreshing to hear you speak on how heartbreaking it is to observe the rift between Catholicism and Protestantism. Anyone who tries to frame it as a conflict is focusing on the wrong battle! We are all brothers and sisters in Christ and any good Catholic or Protestant should be overjoyed to communicate with each other!
Go up a notch and visit Clear Creek Abbey (Traditional Benedictine monks)
Thank you for elevating Clear Creek Abbey to keep us humble in our nation's capital!
Austin, I think for authenticity's sake you should premiere this at 4:30 AM, not PM.
Haha, it was in my time zone. Didn’t think about that.
You are a great guy, very humble! I'm catholic!
It would be a huge undertaking, but exploring the monasticism of Mt Athos would be really cool
If people fund it, I'll go
@@GospelSimplicity The monks there wouldn't accept you.
@@muadek Why wouldn't they? Sure, programming needs to be made beforehand for only a small number of pilgrims are permited to enter each day but otherwise, why wouldn't they?
@@kostpap3554 I might have used too strong of a sentence, but I heard they aren't very welcoming to non-orthodox people. And to let them live WITH them seems something out of reach.
@@GospelSimplicity In the meanwhile, may I suggest the monastery of st. Anthony the Great in Florence, Arizona? Its arguably the closest experience one may have of going to Mt Athos.
As a Catholic I do appreciate some of what you on this channel and the respect you show. Far too many protestants want to sling mud and spread falsehood against the Catholic church (I can name specific names but I won't for charitable purposes).
Love should keep us together despite our differences !
I know for a fact that praying the rosary every day and being in grace is a true shield against the evil of this world, but I cannot even imagine what would happen to a person, on a spiritual level, if she adds to the rosary the daily mass.
Thanks for you video.
I would highly encourage you to listen to Fr. Ripperger on RUclips, especially his talks on emotions and psychology.
Majority people let their emotions guide them and their decisions instead of God.
Fr. Ripperger is awesome!!! Listen to him and you won't need counseling.
Ave Maria!!
I have so many people attack me because I am catholic. I am ready tired of the hate. God bless.
Thank you.
You are on the right track. Listen again or read the Litany of humility :). Jesus said that you will be attacked, and those attacks are not coming from holiness if you defend the dogma of the faith. I appreciate this video. When I am drawn to a channel that is Protestant, and I have a question about something, I might ask something respectfully, but I don't troll. But Catholic channels are bombarded by Protestant commenters that don't understands the faith but denigrate and lecture us, and continually accuse us of the same false stuff. Not at all a comment on all Protestants, by any means. This is a welcome respite. :)
You are not alone.God is with you.Blessings!🙏
America has always been a protestant nation at its core.
Austin..love your videos and have followed your spiritual and theological development...you love the Lord so much, its inspiring to see openness and the desire to hear the perspective of others who love the Lord...the first step in the union of religious believers......corporate union will follow...may the Lord continue to bless you...well done
I love my ancient religion, we are the original Christian. Thank you, Protestant, you have a loving heart.
I was baptized as a Lutheran. My father was a non practicing catholic. My mom traded in being a Lutheran to become a Masonic Eastern Star after her dad became a mason. My mom died and had the Eastern Star upside down pentagram logo on her tombstone. I was non religious most of my childhood. I spent weekends mowing lawns, instead of going to church. By the grace of God I met 3 catholic exorcist/ deliverance experts in one month. I converted to Roman Catholicism because it is the church started by Jesus. The Bible came from the Catholics. When you ask Protestants about the 3 wise men, they know little about them. They are Roman Catholic saints- relics whose bodies are in coffins in the back of the Cathedral of Cologne Germany. Catholics have had miracles of the Eucharist … due to “TransSubStanTiation”… That separates Catholics from Protestants in a huge way once you understand. /// I spent 2 weekends and a week living with Benedictine monks in Oceanside CA doing a vocation vacation. I was turned down by them when I applied to be a monk there, but they referred me to be a lay worker at the Trappist Cistercian monastery in Huntsville Utah. I lived and worked there for 13 years until the monastery was closed. A quote I like… “To have lived as a monk for a day, a week, a month, a year… is NOT the same as having lived as a monk for life… “
Look up “Opus Dei” to spend a day with them… Look up “3rd Order Oblates”
A Vocation Vacation. Interesting.
Don .....The ancient Apostolic Church is very different from the Modern Roman Catholic Church today . Roman Catholicism is a mixture of christianity and paganism .
The Roman catholic Church has added doctrine on top of doctrine and as added confusion on what is actually Christian and what is an aberration .
There were no monks in the apostolic Church .The apostles would not have understood the word Transubstantiation which comes from Greek Philosophy .
The ancient apostles if they came back today would not recognize the Roman catholic Church with the church founded on them .
The weeds of the world have choked the the good plants of the original church planted by the apostles.
@@peterj6740 I believe you meant to say the church that was started by God… through the birth, death and resurrection of his son, and who’s apostles were given the gift of the Holy Spirit… Desert fathers living in communities… before the Bible was compiled… some might call them monks… they just called themselves followers doing their best in the best ways they knew… just like the rest of us today… The monks I was with were far far away from perfect, but they all looked forward to meeting Jesus and each other in heaven.
@@peterj6740 History and knowledge of the writings of the Church Fathers and the early councils proves that to be false.
@@ethanmcclain7570 Compulsory celibacy for clergy was unknown in the Apostolic Church .The apostle Paul was celibate but he chose to be celibate.
Furthermore in his instruction to Timothy he wrote in 1 Tim 4;1-3 and so I quote ;
" The spirit clearly says that in later times some will will abandon the faith and follow deceiving spirits and things taught by demons . Such teachings come through hypocritical liars , whose consciences have been seared as with a hot iron. " They forbid people to marry.
The Church Fathers agreed with Paul but not the Roman Catholic Church from the 11th century to the present day even in spite of massive scandals of sexual abuse of minors in the Church but celibacy for clergy is still strictly enforced by the pope .
Enforced celibacy is simply wrong and as stated by Paul is an a Satanic Doctrine.
To go against the Scriptures in favor of Tradition and enforced by Church Authority is wrong and cannot be defended .
I’m a Catholic convert and I love my evangelical background and your Christian heart brother! Will keep you in my prayers 🙏
Wow, what a privilege! Thank you so much for sharing this, Austin!
I enjoyed your reflections on this meaningful experience. Thank you very much.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Wow! Thank you! This is what loving your neighbor that Jesus talked about, and not bashing each others religion and having hatred to each other. I subscribed. God bless 🙏
Born Catholic. Wandered. Sampled Protestantisms. Beautiful people who, many, love Jesus. Blessed with chronic suffering, I found answers back “home” with the Catholic faith. And also found the depth and richness of scripture, traditions and history of catholicism.
Love the video. Always wanted to see something like this and your bring a new viewpoint being Protestant. Thanks. Can’t wait for the next video
I dont know why, but i am so drawn to the monastic life. There is something really special about it.
I would love this guy to spend a month in a traditional Catholic monastery (perhaps the Carmelites) where life is just prayer, work, and sleep and you’re in silence everyday. If this guy was impressed with post-conciliar Catholicism, I guarantee a month in a traditional monastery will change his life forever.
Jesus Christ changes our lives forever -- not by anything we do, but by whom He is, and by our openness to Him in our lives. But your point is well taken -- thanks be to God for the ultra-traditional monasteries that provide a "hermeneutic of continuity." But I've been to enough monasteries to know that this side of heaven, we will always fall short of whom we can be in Christ. And, what might work for some will be repulsive and triggering for others. Traditional monasteries are not necessarily the solution to what plagues the Church -- Jesus Christ is.
To answer your question of why u might do these things, is for probably for people like me (a fallen Protestant) born into the Catholic faith who is reconsidering going back to my Catholic origins. I want to learn more about the Catholic Church and so here I am. So thank u🙂your time and effort into this experience and creating these videos is greatly appreciated🙏🏼
This will be so interesting!
This is the best way to start your day, seriously. I arise at 04:15am everyday, contemplation and prayer seem much more "alive" at this hour. Its almost as if I have God to myself and perhaps I should add that prayer is a two-way thing, spend time listening and discerning what it is God is saying. My work daily work begins at 8am and I feel so awake and full of energy.
Thank you Austin for your words and focus on Unity. I too feel my heart broken over the division in the body of Messiah. But I also totally agree that we can and should begin coming together as people who love Messiah and each other.
Amen!
It's so cool that you got to live out the rhythm and life of prayer at a monastery! Hearing you talk about your experience with the lay guys you met while staying with the monks reminded me of the Community of the Beatitudes in Denver, CO (Fr. Jaques Philippe's community). One of my favorite parts about staying with the Community is that they live out a "little Triduum" each week. If you have a chance, I highly recommend checking them out and maybe consider spending a weekend there!
God bless you! And thank you for your videos! :)
Wow. Can't wait for this.
Hope you enjoy it! One of my favorites
My favorite monastery experience is at St. John’s abbey in Collegeville MN? Love retreating at the guesthouse
In germany protestant lutherans also still monasteries which are based either on benedictine or agustian tradition.
Doing what you’re doing - listening and learning, is so key to any Christian life. It is something that never ends but is so valuable. I am Catholic and I have protestant friends and we work on this together. God is so immense there is an impossibility that we will learn but we can always become better. God bless you in your faith journey
I think we can be encouraged and edified by more than just our own camp. I don't believed in catholicism, but that doesn't mean I haven't heard wonderful things from them. The monastic tradition is one that I find beautiful and sometimes long for. It's a simple life, surrounded the things of God.
As a life long Catholic and know the Great Love God has for his children it has always amazed me to think that our. CREATOR would Love one of his children more than another. Hard to picture God saying I love the way this guy's prayes me but not this other guy. Love each other as God loves us.
Until you love the Eucharist, you can’t become a Catholic. Or Once you fall in love with the Eucharist you can’t wait to become a Catholic
I love the Eucharist, I’m not Roman Catholic
it is more important to Love God in Himself and to love Christ in God than falling in love with a sacred symbol no matter how holy.
Christ is not present in the tabernacle in the same way he is present to us . Tabernacles do not derive any benefit from the presence of Christ.
Christ is not in love with boxes , but with people.
@@peterj6740 Go to a Catholic church & into the presence of a tabernacle in prayer & you won't say that
@@peterj6740 The thing is, it isn't a sacred "symbol", it's God Himself who's present in the Eucharist.
Through the Eucharist we get to be closer to God, not only spiritually but also physically, and that's what we cherish and love about it. It's all about God, about receiving Him with our soul and our body.
@@peterj6740 It's not a sacred symbol, it's actual Jesus Christ in person present in the Eucharist. Try to know *what* the Eucharist is before wanting to give moral lessons by writing sacrileges calling it a mere symbol and "Christ is not in love with boxes"
Thank you , seriously . God bless you and all the people here.
Did you know Catholics do not get to see these until your video! Thank you so much.
Thank you so much for explaining this to your protestant brothers and sisters! Also, for addressing the mental health issue today for a lot of young people they are so full of anxiety, and the answer is our Lord, and turning to him in prayer Saint Paul even tells us we should pray constantly it works!
This was strange for me to watch. I attend university in the area and often go to Compline at the Dominican House Studies, so seeing it on camera like this was extra-strange. I haven't been to the monastery there yet but I'll have to go when Fall comes around. It was visiting the DHS that gave me such a strong appreciation for scheduled and scriptural prayer which has become a core part of my day (even individually) only after a few months.
Patrick, do come for a visit when you can! And, I agree -- the Dominicans' liturgy is beautiful -- especially their Office of Compline! I am blessed to have done my philosophy and two years of theology before switching to CUA to finish out my studies.
@@ignacio.gonzalez.osb_dc Were you the one who went to President Garvey's Virtues class? I've heard the name Ignacio before and I know a Benedictine went to that class, but I think there may be an Ignacio on staff elsewhere at university so maybe I'm just mixing you up. If you are him, I was not in the class but my friends spoke highly of you, if not, well I suppose they spoke highly of whoever it was.
I read the Rule recently and it would be great to actually see an actual Benedictine monastery, so I'll definitely try to visit.
@@patrickmcnamara7143 Excellent! I was not in the virtues class, and I've been confused with another "Ignacio" who is on staff at CUA. From what I have heard, he's a much better man than I am!
I think a note on videos like this which do focus on unity and which I think every Christian ought to pray for is this: Yes, we have differences. Some are incredibly important and some probably not as much as we might think. This doesn’t mean we cannot speak to and learn from one another and I think it’s good to always be reminded that, when it comes to differences in doctrine between Christians, it must always come from love and concern for the other’s well-being in body and soul. Anything apart from that is not coming from God. If it’s about being right or sounding smart, that’s the ego rearing its ugly bead. Ultimately, those who put their faith in Christ will be brought together as one and prayer should be an equally important part of that for every Christian. I unfortunately fall out of good habits quite often but by the grace of God, each day is anew.
Im Catholic and really enjoyed your video. A life of prayer is a life well lived. My husband was a devote Catholic and loved his church and praying, but after 50 years in the church, he killed himself. As his wife I will never know why he did that. Then 3 years later our daughter killed herself. My heart is pierced by many swords now. But Im hanging on due to my faith and my church.
So sorry to hear that... Have you tried to contact an exorcist? May sound stupid, I know I heard from more than one that such weird strings of suicides in the family could be a curse.
Susan ..........Words escape me but I will pray for you from this day forth ! One day God will wipe every tear from your eyes and you will be rejoined with your loved ones.
My sincere prayer is that God of all comfort will comfort you with His comforting presence >
Please have your house exorcised
Repression of life is a slow death
Great video concept. Just a little different from your dorm at Moody's?
Haha, the cell actually reminded me of my dorm, but certainly a more fun place to film overall!
You are amazing my brother in Christ, I pray you come closer to a more accurate and closer faith of the Apostles!!!!
Pray for the reunification of His great church. We aren’t so different. From Protestant to Catholic to Orthodox. Let’s return to Him together.
Glad I came across your video. I just moved to upstate SC, considered the "bible belt" according to locals here. Being Catholic, I was hesitant to tell people of my faith to baptists, methodists, etc the main denomination of the area. You said it well in the beginning of the video, the mindset is we are to believe we are warring factions but I've learned we are not. People are open and accepting that we all serve Christ in our own ways and the Lord brings us together for a reason. God Bless.
What a great experience! Thanks for sharing. God bless.
My pleasure!
My father is a protestant, my mother a devout Catholic. All four of us children became Catholics as adults through RCIA. My father remains a protestant, but attends mass with my mom, and with us when we are in town. Why? Because we are all one body. One Christian body. The protestants are not factions, they simply protest certain things... and guess what? That has always been the case. And we all pray that someday we will be in unity. Until then, we learn from one another. We grow. We introduce eachother new new aspects of Christ. and it is so beautiful!!