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by RCastle
Thu Jul 20, 2023 6:54 am
Forum: Catholicism 101
Topic: Regional Variations of the Rosary
Replies: 15
Views: 4749

Re: Regional Variations of the Rosary

But there is still only one devotion called "The Rosary" not many Hate to jump in on this but just wanted you to know there is the Franciscan Crown Rosary which the Benedictine Rosary beads you are familiar with cannot be easily used to pray the Franciscan Crown Rosary. Lemme give you a g...
by RCastle
Thu Jul 20, 2023 6:38 am
Forum: Catholicism 101
Topic: Confusion over Luminous Mysteries of Light
Replies: 46
Views: 19481

Re: Confusion over Luminous Mysteries of Light

The fact they address current issues in the Church seems to speak well for them while two canonized Saints using them in prayer also seems to speak well for them.[/quote This is not really a good reason. Modern canonized “saints” can do or say things that are simply outrageous against the faith. E....
by RCastle
Thu Jul 20, 2023 5:55 am
Forum: Catholicism 101
Topic: Confusion over Luminous Mysteries of Light
Replies: 46
Views: 19481

Re: Confusion over Luminous Mysteries of Light

She was not with him for the Agony in the Garden, the Scourging at the Pillar or the Crowning with Thorns. Nor was she there for the Resurrection. We believe Our Lady was with Jesus every step of the way, albeit not necessary physically present. Yes i know and understand that. What i mean is the Lu...
by RCastle
Thu Jun 15, 2023 6:43 pm
Forum: Catholicism 101
Topic: Confusion over Luminous Mysteries of Light
Replies: 46
Views: 19481

Re: Confusion over Luminous Mysteries of Light

What's not to like? A mystery that directly involves our Lady reminding her Son that "they have no more wine" reminds us of the sacredness of marriage. It also comes in handy to point out to those who object to our veneration of Our Lady that, after all, she tells the stewards to "do...
by RCastle
Tue Jun 13, 2023 4:26 pm
Forum: Catholicism 101
Topic: Confusion over Luminous Mysteries of Light
Replies: 46
Views: 19481

Confusion over Luminous Mysteries of Light

Sorry I wasn't sure where to post this. Currently i am undecided regarding the Luminous Mysteries. I do not wish to inspire divisiveness or uncivil discussion but am really feeling pulled in two directions when it comes to the Mysteries of Light. I have a very tradition loving side of myself that ca...
by RCastle
Tue Jun 13, 2023 2:54 pm
Forum: Welcome and Introductions
Topic: A little bit about me.
Replies: 14
Views: 17988

Re: A little bit about me.

Signum Crucis wrote: Wed Jun 07, 2023 6:18 pm:wave
:wave
by RCastle
Tue Jun 13, 2023 2:53 pm
Forum: Welcome and Introductions
Topic: A little bit about me.
Replies: 14
Views: 17988

Re: A little bit about me.

ElizabethAnn wrote: Tue Jun 13, 2023 2:43 pm:wave
:wave
by RCastle
Tue Jun 13, 2023 2:52 pm
Forum: Welcome and Introductions
Topic: A little bit about me.
Replies: 14
Views: 17988

Re: A little bit about me.

zeno wrote: Wed Jun 07, 2023 1:33 pmWelcome!
Thank You!
by RCastle
Tue Jun 13, 2023 2:40 pm
Forum: Welcome and Introductions
Topic: A little bit about me.
Replies: 14
Views: 17988

Re: A little bit about me.

anawim wrote: Thu Jun 08, 2023 1:18 pm As Fr. Benedict Groeschel used to say, "If you ever meet the spirit of Vatican II, drive a stake through its heart".
LOL
by RCastle
Wed Jun 07, 2023 1:27 pm
Forum: Welcome and Introductions
Topic: A little bit about me.
Replies: 14
Views: 17988

A little bit about me.

55 y.o, man, Catholic over 17 years. Recently returned to faith about 8 months ago. Leans towards traditional but loves reverent Novus Ordo/Vatican II Mass. Sees both Vatican II council as licit but eschews, so called, "Spirit of Vatican II". Realizes many will find this self description c...