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Hey there. I converted from liberal Judaism to Christianity about 9 months ago, but I still haven't found a denomination. Help give me ideas of denominations to check out? I live in NY so I have access to any kind of church really. I basically agree with the Catholic Church on all matters of faith EXCEPT for papal infallibility. That idea rubs me very badly, additionally they make becoming catholic very hard. I have attended mass and felt very connected to the service but the whole pope thing isn't something I can get behind.
The natural next thing for me was to check out "high church" Anglican/Episcopal services, which I liked except for the fact that the denomination is very liberal an ordains women and condones homosexuality, this doesn't seem right.
I have been to Lutheran and Bapitist churches but the low church, evangelical preaching isn't something that I connect to spiritually and I much prefer the ritualistic liturgy and incense and the Eucharist "high church" style.
Is there any other high church denominations that use liturgy and aren't all about revival/new agent preaching and are more traditional. That do not ordain women or accept homosexuality??
If there isn't, I have to really think.. But if there is, please let me know!
Not looking to debate religion here, objective answers appreciated!!
Hey there. I converted from liberal Judaism to Christianity about 9 months ago, but I still haven't found a denomination. Help give me ideas of denominations to check out? I live in NY so I have access to any kind of church really. I basically agree with the Catholic Church on all matters of faith EXCEPT for papal infallibility. That idea rubs me very badly, additionally they make becoming catholic very hard. I have attended mass and felt very connected to the service but the whole pope thing isn't something I can get behind.
The natural next thing for me was to check out "high church" Anglican/Episcopal services, which I liked except for the fact that the denomination is very liberal an ordains women and condones homosexuality, this doesn't seem right.
I have been to Lutheran and Bapitist churches but the low church, evangelical preaching isn't something that I connect to spiritually and I much prefer the ritualistic liturgy and incense and the Eucharist "high church" style.
Is there any other high church denominations that use liturgy and aren't all about revival/new agent preaching and are more traditional. That do not ordain women or accept homosexuality??
If there isn't, I have to really think.. But if there is, please let me know!
Not looking to debate religion here, objective answers appreciated!!
Thanks
Btw I'm an almost. 21 year old guy,
Dude, the Pope infallibility is something that only Protestants talk about. For us Catholics that is never an issue worth speaking about. Pope infallibility is never discussed or mentioned during mass. Your position is similar to not liking a beautiful woman because she has one gray hair. Really, dude, who cares.
You are correct, it takes a lot of commitment and time to become a Catholic. I guess you do not have enough drive.
Giving your requirements you will not find anything better than Catholicism. It is like trying to find a more famous rock band than The Beatles.
Hey there. I converted from liberal Judaism to Christianity about 9 months ago, but I still haven't found a denomination. Help give me ideas of denominations to check out? I live in NY so I have access to any kind of church really. I basically agree with the Catholic Church on all matters of faith EXCEPT for papal infallibility. That idea rubs me very badly, additionally they make becoming catholic very hard. I have attended mass and felt very connected to the service but the whole pope thing isn't something I can get behind.
The natural next thing for me was to check out "high church" Anglican/Episcopal services, which I liked except for the fact that the denomination is very liberal an ordains women and condones homosexuality, this doesn't seem right.
I have been to Lutheran and Bapitist churches but the low church, evangelical preaching isn't something that I connect to spiritually and I much prefer the ritualistic liturgy and incense and the Eucharist "high church" style.
Is there any other high church denominations that use liturgy and aren't all about revival/new agent preaching and are more traditional. That do not ordain women or accept homosexuality??
If there isn't, I have to really think.. But if there is, please let me know!
Not looking to debate religion here, objective answers appreciated!!
Thanks
Btw I'm an almost. 21 year old guy,
Rather than look for what "you" like, why not consider looking for a church approved by God? Do a study of the church in the NT. Use that church as your guide.
By the way, God does not approve of denominationalism. He hates division. So you may want to think about that.
Rather than look for what "you" like, why not consider looking for a church approved by God? Do a study of the church in the NT. Use that church as your guide.
By the way, God does not approve of denominationalism. He hates division. So you may want to think about that.
Blessings,
Katie
Correct. In fact if we are not careful we can find a comfortable place that has no real value in our relationship with God and is detrimental.
Dude, the Pope infallibility is something that only Protestants talk about. For us Catholics that is never an issue worth speaking about. Pope infallibility is never discussed or mentioned during mass. Your position is similar to not liking a beautiful woman because she has one gray hair. Really, dude, who cares.
You are correct, it takes a lot of commitment and time to become a Catholic. I guess you do not have enough drive.
Giving your requirements you will not find anything better than Catholicism. It is like trying to find a more famous rock band than The Beatles.
Pope infallibility is the biggest lie ever perpetrated by man. I wouldn't talk about it either It would be too embarrassing!
You shouldn't be questioning this young man's drive, Julian. I admire him for the fact that he is seeking truth. He's not just accepting what he's been told by others.
Rather than look for what "you" like, why not consider looking for a church approved by God? Do a study of the church in the NT. Use that church as your guide.
By the way, God does not approve of denominationalism. He hates division. So you may want to think about that.
Blessings,
Katie
Good way to overwhelm a new believer. How about letting someone get "planted" and grow from there.
Correct. In fact if we are not careful we can find a comfortable place that has no real value in our relationship with God and is detrimental.
How right you are! This is why study is so important. Acts 17:11 tells us of the Bereans who searched the Scriptures daily to be sure that what they were being told was true.
Good way to overwhelm a new believer. How about letting someone get "planted" and grow from there.
Because there are too many "someone's" who teach falsely. It is better to go straight to the source of truth. Jesus promised that if we seek, we will find.
A simple search will lead a person to the church of the NT.
Because there are too many "someone's" who teach falsely. It is better to go straight to the source of truth. Jesus promised that if we seek, we will find.
A simple search will lead a person to the church of the NT.
Blessings,
Katie
If there is a NT church nearby, that's great. But chances are that's not the case. In the meantime, while he is studying the Word, it would probably be good for him to be in a fellowship of solid believers. The Anglican church could very well provide that, in a form that he's comfortable with right now. God has an uncanny way of using what's available, since not much is perfect.
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