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Hello I have a question that isn’t necessarily is something blasphemous or not - I’ve been trying to convert to Catholicism because I feel it’s the next step in my spiritual journey, and I’m not 100% sure how to go about it. I’ve tried emailing the church near me but I think I used the incorrect email so I never heard anything back… can you just. Show up to Mass? And participate? Do I need to bring my own Bible? The only organized religion I’ve participated in in Mormonism, and I know Mormonism is very different from Catholicism

Yes, my child. From my experience, you are most welcome to attend the Sunday service whenever you are able to. You can bring a bible if you wish to follow along with the days readings, but it’s not strictly necessary. You may just listen if you so desire

Do not be nervous to attend your first service. As long as you are respectful and follow along as best you can, you should do well. It is not expected of you to understand all intricacies of the typical Sunday service right away, but if you are patient you will learn. Just keep in mind that as you have not been baptized through the Catholic Church, you do not meet the requirements to receive the Holy Communion as of yet

If you want to learn more or become more involved, there may sometime be community announcements given for upcoming events & group meetings after mass has concluded. There may also be pamphlets or flyers available with similar information available for you to take

Good luck, my child. I wish you all the best on your journey

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is Fleetwood Mac blasphemous

Why would they be blasphemous, my child? All I have heard from them has been perfectly lovely

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translation: “My sheep! [bah! bah!] You are my life. [bah! bah!] Walk behind me…[bah! bah!] Sing (after me).”

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if someone I know from discord is stalking my main on anon, is it blasphemous to (even half-jokingly) say 'this is just like the last supper'? (One person as the culprit amongst others who aren't)

No, my child. I find this comparison quite amusing. While I would not personally characterize Juda’s actions as stalking, the aspect of a betrayer hiding amongst friends would certainly apply here

I caution you to be wary of anyone sending you a kiss in the coming days

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blasphemy is 11 letters, here's the "blasphemous" LPS

Thank you, my child. I will make sure to take care of them as best I can

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is it blasphemy to imply the pope attained his papacy through corruption? considering papal history its not a new concept but ???

I would say that to wonder if that may be the case is not in itself is not blasphemous, my child. For as you have mentioned, it would not be unheard of. If such corruption were to have occurred, it would be one’s sacred duty to reveal such treachery. If, however, one were to start spreading this as fact without any form of solid evidence, that would be a different matter. One needs more than a mere hunch to make such hurtful accusations.

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In light of recent changes, will you be changing your profile pic to our current pope? It'll pretty sad, but I'll get over it

It quite yet, my child. Perhaps in a year or so after the new Holy Father has had a chance to establish himself. I will most surely be saddened as well when that day comes

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I'm curious Mr. ITB?

Why this site from hell?

Why preach to us demons?

Surely by now you are aware that the vast majority of us here are not Christians, and in fact would take committing blasphemy to be a mark of pride.

We are anti theists, maltheists, satanists and pagans aplenty around here. We are not ignorant of the message of Christianity, we're critical of it.

It is not that we don't know right from wrong, it's that we don't derive that knowledge from the same places you do, and nor do we want to.

Not to say that I am unhappy with your presence here. You are a kind man, and I appreciate the perspective you offer. I just know my convictions differ from yours is all.

I am just confused. Why persist, surrounded by minds which you must know you cannot change?

You have posed a wonderful question, my child. One that I have been pondering myself for quite a time now. I am gladdened to now have an opportunity to share some of my meditations

At first, I had told myself that my purpose for coming to this site from hell was pure altruism. That I would come to save as many souls as possible. That I could be a guide for all those who were willing and teach those who have known nothing but darkness about the light

And while I still think that may be part of what keeps me here, I think the more honest reason, the main reason now, is simple curiosity. I wish to understand those who dwell here. Not as prospects for conversion or salvation, but just for the people they are. I may not always agree with their actions, views or ways of describing The Good Shepherd, but I do so enjoy hearing from their unique and often quite amusing points of views

In summary, I do not believe one learn to love thy neighbors if you do not first get to know them. And as the almighty loves all his children, I wish to learn to love them all as well

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Are tattoos of Jesus crucifixion wounds blasphemy?

Examples:

I cannot say I particularly enjoy these homages, my child. They seem a bit… morbid. As to whether I consider them blasphemous or not, I would say no as long as the intent is to pay respect to or remind oneself of The Good Shepherd’s sacrifice. If, however, the purpose is to conflate oneself with The Good Shepherd, to say you are as great or even the second coming, then that would most certainly be a blasphemy.

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I (a baptised catholic) lost my virginity to a satanist the night before Pope Francis died. I fear this may be my fault.

noooooo that's so funny! It was definitely you

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Is the book Good Omens (and the tv series based of it) blasphemous?

I’ll must to admit, my child, that it is on the whole quite blasphemous. But I do so enjoy the works of the late Mr. Pratchett that I can forgive him for such transgressions. His co-author, however, will get no such grace

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Just wanted to make sure. I know some names that exist in The Bible are very popular and common amongst people (Like Mary, Gabriel, Michael etc.), but is it ok to name people or maybe fictional characters with names like Jesus, Lucifer, Judas and all? Especially if it's made not with intention of making connections to The Bible, but like, just naming someone, because sounds nice

Such names are perfectly fine, my child. Names after all are just simply that, names. Their significance comes from those who hold them, not in and of themselves

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No, my child. Though they are correct that fish are incapable of sin, I am interested with the question of whether or not they may feel guilt. Surely not in the catholic tradition, but perhaps there is a fish, somewhere among the depths, that has commit some wrong and regrets having done so. What tools would such a creature have to easy their guilt? We may never know

Why don't they make stained glass fish tanks? Give those fish Catholic guilt

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blasphemy?

…this is indeed blasphemous, my child. These Viking took great pleasure in their mockery of The Good Shepherd. The most egregious part, however, came with the appearance of the Crossfit machine. It was not only blasphemous in its irreverence of the crucifixion but, worst of all, a wretched pun

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happy pride month! what are your pronouns?

Happy Pride to you as well, my child. I hope this months treats you well

You can refer to me as he & him if you so desire

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“But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart.”

You are correct, my child. There is precedence spoken by The Good Shepherd himself to perhaps think otherwise. But I do not think this passage was meant to be taken in a literal manner, as the following passage states one should pluck out their eye if it ever wanders

The way I have come to interpret this passage is to say that one’s focal point should always be their partner when in a marriage. Their needs, desires and happiness should take precedent above all others. So to instead put focus on another, one outside the marriage, is a betrayal. Regardless if it ever leads to physical intimacy or not

Finally, if we were to take this passage literally, the argument could still be made that there would be no issue with desiring a priest so long as you were not married. For no adultery can occur if neither party is in a committed relationship

Is it blasphemous to lust after a priest?

One can not control what… excites them, my child. So long as you don’t act on such urges, you have committed no blasphemy. Feel free to lust as you wish

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Is it blasphemous to lust after a priest?

One can not control what… excites them, my child. So long as you don’t act on such urges, you have committed no blasphemy. Feel free to lust as you wish