Comments on: My First Catholic Mass! http://pastoradh.wordpress.com/2008/12/22/my-first-catholic-mass/ The thoughts and teachings of Alan Humphries based upon God's Word and life lessons along the way. Wed, 14 Oct 2009 17:02:50 +0000 http://wordpress.com/ hourly 1 By: pastoradh http://pastoradh.wordpress.com/2008/12/22/my-first-catholic-mass/#comment-64 pastoradh Wed, 07 Jan 2009 07:59:37 +0000 http://pastoradh.wordpress.com/?p=170#comment-64 John, I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for you kind words. I know a little from whence you have come and a little about you Politics. Therefore the kind words you share have special meaning for me. I am blessed to count you as one of my few "liberal friends". See ya soon, Pastor Alan John, I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for you kind words. I know a little from whence you have come and a little about you Politics. Therefore the kind words you share have special meaning for me. I am blessed to count you as one of my few “liberal friends”.
See ya soon,
Pastor Alan

]]> By: John AKA Gamebird Kelp http://pastoradh.wordpress.com/2008/12/22/my-first-catholic-mass/#comment-48 John AKA Gamebird Kelp Sun, 28 Dec 2008 18:44:34 +0000 http://pastoradh.wordpress.com/?p=170#comment-48 I can't tell you how impressed I am by your actions, not to mention your words and thoughts. Though I'm a "lapsed" Catholic who fell by the wayside over doctrinal issues, there is still much I admire in the Faith. Notwithstanding, my search goes on for a more complete understanding..., hence, my presence at SCOG and other Houses of Worship. I am truly happy that you walked out of that Cathedral with a "warm and fuzzy" feeling. I strongly believe that it is not necessarily the "name", or the "Faith" of the meeting place that one leaves on any given day..., but rather the "fullness" one feels while leaving a service, and thereafter. Listening to your "lectures" (LOL) at SCOG, your manner, bearing and delivery give me fullness of heart. I'm glad you took a bit of this with you when you left that Church in Seattle. I (think I) believe that one finds their way to the presence of God by thought, by word, and by deed. Well..., I think a LOT! Also, I try to keep my word and never use my words against others, whomsoever. Finally, tho I may not have much, whatever I can spare is available to those who have need. This seems to work for me, and for me at this time...; this seems to be enough. I do accept that the search is ongoing and that one never reaches the end of the road, however. There is always room for improvement. "Pax Vobiscum", Rev. I'm thinking about you and my thoughts will also be with the lady you are supporting down there in Seattle. jc I can’t tell you how impressed I am by your actions, not to mention your words and thoughts.

Though I’m a “lapsed” Catholic who fell by the wayside over doctrinal issues, there is still much I admire in the Faith.
Notwithstanding, my search goes on for a more complete understanding…, hence, my presence at SCOG and other Houses of Worship.

I am truly happy that you walked out of that Cathedral with a “warm and fuzzy” feeling.
I strongly believe that it is not necessarily the “name”, or the “Faith” of the meeting place that one leaves on any given day…, but rather the “fullness” one feels while leaving a service, and thereafter.
Listening to your “lectures” (LOL) at SCOG, your manner, bearing and delivery give me fullness of heart.
I’m glad you took a bit of this with you when you left that Church in Seattle.

I (think I) believe that one finds their way to the presence of God by thought, by word, and by deed. Well…, I think a LOT! Also, I try to keep my word and never use my words against others, whomsoever. Finally, tho I may not have much, whatever I can spare is available to those who have need.
This seems to work for me, and for me at this time…; this seems to be enough.

I do accept that the search is ongoing and that one never reaches the end of the road, however. There is always room for improvement.

“Pax Vobiscum”, Rev. I’m thinking about you and my thoughts will also be with the lady you are supporting down there in Seattle.

jc

]]> By: Bill & sandy http://pastoradh.wordpress.com/2008/12/22/my-first-catholic-mass/#comment-46 Bill & sandy Wed, 24 Dec 2008 04:57:09 +0000 http://pastoradh.wordpress.com/?p=170#comment-46 pastor if u get a chance listen to Faith Hills song "A baby changes everything" It tells how Mary's sacrifice brought a baby who changed everything for us. Love you bunches Sandra pastor if u get a chance listen to Faith Hills song “A baby changes everything” It tells how Mary’s sacrifice brought a baby who changed everything for us. Love you bunches Sandra

]]> By: Missy B. http://pastoradh.wordpress.com/2008/12/22/my-first-catholic-mass/#comment-42 Missy B. Tue, 23 Dec 2008 06:27:06 +0000 http://pastoradh.wordpress.com/?p=170#comment-42 Since Thad told his Christmas story I have to throw mine in too. I was at the church last night watching our most fabulous Christmas play that was soooo much fun and side splitting at times but still brought the true meaning of Christmas out in a amazing and wonderful way. Way to go Lolly!!!! Anyway back to my story. I was approached by one of the ladies in the church who had heard about a single mom who was wanting to get a specific gift for her child but was unable to. Now this single mom works very hard both in the church and in her job and then there is the kids and school, you get the picture. The lady wanted to know if the single mom was able to get the gift for her child or not. When I found out for her that the mom had not gotten the gift for her child, you guess it she went out this morning and bought it and had another person drop it off. I love the people I go to church with and how awesome and giving they are. It is so great to see the love of Christ first hand. Since Thad told his Christmas story I have to throw mine in too. I was at the church last night watching our most fabulous Christmas play that was soooo much fun and side splitting at times but still brought the true meaning of Christmas out in a amazing and wonderful way. Way to go Lolly!!!! Anyway back to my story. I was approached by one of the ladies in the church who had heard about a single mom who was wanting to get a specific gift for her child but was unable to. Now this single mom works very hard both in the church and in her job and then there is the kids and school, you get the picture. The lady wanted to know if the single mom was able to get the gift for her child or not. When I found out for her that the mom had not gotten the gift for her child, you guess it she went out this morning and bought it and had another person drop it off. I love the people I go to church with and how awesome and giving they are. It is so great to see the love of Christ first hand.

]]> By: Francie http://pastoradh.wordpress.com/2008/12/22/my-first-catholic-mass/#comment-41 Francie Tue, 23 Dec 2008 03:56:04 +0000 http://pastoradh.wordpress.com/?p=170#comment-41 Just wanted you to know that we've been praying for Margaret. What a blessing to her and her husband, that you have been able to be there to encourage them in the Lord!!! Isn't it neat that you could experience the Catholic Mass, and receive from the Lord what He had for you at that moment. Blessings to you and Miriam. Francie Just wanted you to know that we’ve been praying for Margaret. What a blessing to her and her husband, that you have been able to be there to encourage them in the Lord!!! Isn’t it neat that you could experience the Catholic Mass, and receive from the Lord what He had for you at that moment. Blessings to you and Miriam.
Francie

]]> By: Jackie Minatra http://pastoradh.wordpress.com/2008/12/22/my-first-catholic-mass/#comment-40 Jackie Minatra Mon, 22 Dec 2008 22:36:42 +0000 http://pastoradh.wordpress.com/?p=170#comment-40 Hi Pastor Alan... Glad you experienced your first Catholic Mass! It is pretty sacramental and scriptural...check out Revelations. There is a deep spiritual significance to every part of the worship. Glad they asked you to present the sacramental wine, and glad it all made you feel closer to the Infant Jesus. Hi Pastor Alan…

Glad you experienced your first Catholic Mass! It is pretty sacramental and scriptural…check out Revelations. There is a deep spiritual significance to every part of the worship. Glad they asked you to present the sacramental wine, and glad it all made you feel closer to the Infant Jesus.

]]> By: Dex http://pastoradh.wordpress.com/2008/12/22/my-first-catholic-mass/#comment-38 Dex Mon, 22 Dec 2008 14:18:18 +0000 http://pastoradh.wordpress.com/?p=170#comment-38 Allan,Your story takes me back to my childhood with all the pomp and circumstance.Yet,you still got the Christian message,awesome.I am praying for you and the Stroups and your safe return to us in Alaska.God bless you. Allan,Your story takes me back to my childhood with all the pomp and circumstance.Yet,you still got the Christian message,awesome.I am praying for you and the Stroups and your safe return to us in Alaska.God bless you.

]]> By: 2 Great Stories « Thad’s Take http://pastoradh.wordpress.com/2008/12/22/my-first-catholic-mass/#comment-37 2 Great Stories « Thad’s Take Mon, 22 Dec 2008 10:53:10 +0000 http://pastoradh.wordpress.com/?p=170#comment-37 [...] families in our church and found himself attending a Catholic Mass. You can read it from his blog HERE. It’s worth the [...] [...] families in our church and found himself attending a Catholic Mass. You can read it from his blog HERE. It’s worth the [...]

]]> By: p.thad http://pastoradh.wordpress.com/2008/12/22/my-first-catholic-mass/#comment-36 p.thad Mon, 22 Dec 2008 10:15:30 +0000 http://pastoradh.wordpress.com/?p=170#comment-36 That's one of the best stories I've heard in a while! Mikal & I are praying for you an the Stroups. Hang in there... That’s one of the best stories I’ve heard in a while!

Mikal & I are praying for you an the Stroups. Hang in there…

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