What works? What doesn't? Why is this so tough? Let's talk about it.
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@JMJ-Jim Жыл бұрын
Speaking for guys in 20s-30s, I think the need for some kind of culture is the best way to form community. Secular world offers a culture of bars, clubs, and endless influencers advice. I found celebrating major Catholic feasts helps replace that culture. Last year, I organized a group to celebrate Michaelmas (St Michael the Archangel's Feast Day). In the medieval Church, it used to be an autumn version of Christmas with harvest foods, county-fair styled competitions, and celebration. We had a group go to daily Mass, then had a bonfire. We drank autumn ales, gave out St Michael medals/pictures as prizes for competitions, and set up a shrine to St Michael for people to offer petitions. The night ended with us sitting around the bonfire talking about life and discerning Christ's will for us individually. I found festivals like what I described help us celebrate God, and create new traditions with fond memories. This is in turn leads to deeper community.
@elizabethcronin3074 Жыл бұрын
Cool idea James!⚔️
@Fedko3037 Жыл бұрын
That’s amazing!
@annb9029 Жыл бұрын
Love this
@Myohomoto Жыл бұрын
I notice that people constantly sit in their same spot every Mass or at Adoration times. It took a year but this weekend at Sunday Mass the same three ladies sat in a pew there was room for me I sat down and we had a great fellowship time after Mass. It was awesome ❤
@joannewman6014 Жыл бұрын
I'm in a new church now. I will try doing this next Sunday. Pray for me. Me. I felt lonely for years. COVID stated it. I am also an Introvert. But I am always in the Lord's presence. I just need a physical Christian family. Thanks for the advice. 🙏🏼
@user-wo2kr1gu1c Жыл бұрын
The reason for that is we are not suppose to talk to each other inside the church at the beginning and end of mass because Jesus is inside the church with the presence of the tabernacle. When we go out of the church, that is the time we can talk to each other. Respect to Jesus is the reason we stay quiet inside the church.
@Sheilamarie2 Жыл бұрын
Hi Keith, I'm a cradle Catholic, but I have (out of politeness) been to friend's Protestant churches now and then. I always go to different parishes within my Diocese because I love the diversity, and there is fellowship at most of them after mass. May I be bold and say something I've noticed: the Catholic church focuses on the worship of our Lord and God; I've felt that I'm attending a "music concert" and a bible study with the Protestant churches.... they seem to want the focus on a stage, not an alter. Hope this doesn't offend someone, but something I've noticed through the years.
@lois2997 Жыл бұрын
I agree
@itinerantpatriot1196 Жыл бұрын
Yeah, I went church shopping for a time because I wanted to rekindle my faith but I didn't want to return to the Catholic Church for a variety of reasons and I noticed the same thing, lots of singing, a little bit of scripture followed by a pep talk, then more singing. I don't mind music and the people were decent enough but it seemed like the pastors were just sort of making it up as they went along. I discovered that I missed all the structure I thought I was running from. I missed the Liturgy.
@gloriamacias2180 Жыл бұрын
Completely agree.
@audreynaidoo2797 Жыл бұрын
I do agree with your assessment of the Protestant community,you on target
@audreynaidoo2797 Жыл бұрын
I pray you go back to the Catholic faith,the Eucharist is the centre of our faith,just forcus on the Body and Blood and you will be fulfilled with the power of the Holy Spirit
@Knowledge.Seeker13 Жыл бұрын
I used to attend a big Catholic Church where I was not needed because there was already a lot of people there. I really wanted to serve but apart from giving money there was nothing else for me to do. By Divine Providence I was told there was a small parish 15 minutes away from my house. So I went there for the first time, and right after I got in, a nice old lady grabbed me (gently of course) and said: "Can you do one of the readings for the Mass?". At that moment I realized that was the church I was supposed to be part of. Now I don't just go and sit down. I feel really useful. Thank you God.
@STORMIESHERO Жыл бұрын
I was raised Catholic and recently found my way back. Thanks for some great ideas on connecting with people in my parish.
@DWNY358 Жыл бұрын
Excellent points. When you walk into a Catholic Church, you are in the presence of the living Jesus. The focus at Mass should be on Him - not on us. Catholic fellowship should happen elsewhere and at other times, not at Mass. It's amazing how much you can connect with people just outside the Church after Mass. Many of us will chat for 20 minutes or so and head for coffee afterwards.
@emmanuelogbu8851 Жыл бұрын
The secret is to realise it's not all about you but the worship of the living God. It involves making yourself small and infinitesimal so God can see you in your humility and exalt you.
@navy7633 Жыл бұрын
Thank you Keith for this outstanding lesson. God bless you Brother. I am a Deacon in the Archdiocese of Hartford Connecticut. I enjoy your most beautiful talks. Keep up the good work. May Our Lord bless you and your family, and your mission.
@ozbeast7479 Жыл бұрын
"Let God pick your community" some of the best introvert advice. A lot of people will stay away from new people or groups because they're afraid of being accepted. If you can put that in God's hands and allow him to do his work in your life, he will find people groups for you. Always remember that God has solutions we aren't able to conceive. Fear not and have faith. Open your heart pray and watch him work. I say this as a life-long introvert. You probably won't see it right away. but one day you'll look back and see how you worked. Just know your participation is required for this change. God bless you
@mperez2730 Жыл бұрын
I 💯 agree. I am one of those people that may come across as rude because I come into Mass and only have eyes for the Tabernacle. I don't care for chit chat before Mass, however I realized I still needed some fellowship after Mass. I once heard someone say to pray for good virtuous Catholic women friends and so I did. God does not disappoint....it was only a couple of months later that I met several wonderful Catholic ladies that I know call my community 🙏
@auroradelgadillo4320 Жыл бұрын
Hi everyone! I’m a very sociable person I am one of the most friendliest people you will ever meet. However, when I go to Holy Mass, I bless myself and begin to focus on my conversation with God. God is who I want to talk to and begin my prayers for everyone. Then I anticipate the moment that I have communion . That is what feeds me! I go to serve not to be served. That is what fills my heart. I experience not just attend Holy Mass
@MM22272 Жыл бұрын
Really well said. Living the Catholic faith can set one aside and result in being set aside from night club friends or the secular sports team. Joining Catholic volunteer groups can dispose Catholics to meet others. Community is important.
@applin121 Жыл бұрын
Brother Keith, I have been a catholic just over two years, and some of my greatest struggles have been trying to fit in with my parish. Having been part of numerous charismatic house churches over the years, I have definitely found a stark difference with respect to fellowship and pastoral care.
@cbagot Жыл бұрын
A Lot of the men join the local knights of Columbus. But in my church there is not as much fellowship/ ministries. There starting to add more with a new young priest. I’m toying with starting something but my church is very small. We have a Catholic Church in every town. I think it’s worth seeing what other church communities have, if there are more churches in your area.
@johnbrion4565 Жыл бұрын
I’ll pray for you. I hope you keep going to mass and try getting involved in some of the ministries at your parish. That’s a good way to meet others serious about the faith. Also maybe you are being called to be the one to bring that sense of community to your church!
@mandy1104 Жыл бұрын
That's my struggle too. I have been Catholic for 3 years now & at times I have felt so lonely for fellowship.
@johnbrion4565 Жыл бұрын
@@mandy1104 have you joined any of the ministries at your parish?
@mandy1104 Жыл бұрын
@@johnbrion4565 no I haven't. I will see if there's any coming up for the fall. Thank you
@timboslice980 Жыл бұрын
It was perfect for me. Nobody spoke to me at mass for the first 9 months....while i was distrustful and not sure of the faith. As soon as i asked someone about RCIA, everyone started talking to me and asking about me and my family. It was perfect, i wanted it to be real and not about me.
@user-wo2kr1gu1c Жыл бұрын
The reason for that is we are not suppose to talk to each other inside the church at the beginning and end of mass because Jesus is inside the church with the presence of the tabernacle. When we go out of the church, that is the time we can talk to each other. Respect to Jesus is the reason we stay quiet inside the church.
@timboslice980 Жыл бұрын
@user-wo2kr1gu1c I like it. I really do... most protestant churches I've been to it's like a party in there.
@tyharrison7119 Жыл бұрын
That is so very true! It's nice if that is what you are into, but I converted to Catholicism because I wanted a deeper relationship with the lord, not a rock concert and a party.@@timboslice980
@dariuszprokop2204 Жыл бұрын
For the past 2 years I have been a member of a men's prayer group called "Ćwiara" (which translates to "a quarter" (of an hour for God, in our case). Our youngest member is 16, the oldest is over 80. I fall in the middle. Like Keith says: do not limit yourself.
@mariavelasquez1622 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video. I am home after 20 years and the parish I will be part of have much older parishioners . but I will make the best of it. First Jesus and then community. They’re both important. Thank you Nester.
@olivehepi3328 Жыл бұрын
Hi Keith. As a cradle catholic and I attend daily Mass my focus each time is, to be with Jesus. In every Catholic Church around the world (I live in New Zealand) Our Blessed Lord is there reposed in the tabernacle in His Body Blood Soul and Divinity….. so I just want to be with Him. We might acknowledge friends and say a whispered greeting but before Mass it’s our time to pray and meditate with God….. it is only after Mass we will greet and make conversation with people especially new people we have not seen before in our parish. Thank you for your posts on KZbin I enjoy them.
@peterpatterson3435 Жыл бұрын
So True Keith So many souls go to Mass and fill Isolated 🙏🏻💙♥️🔥🕊🇦🇺🇺🇸
@user-wo2kr1gu1c Жыл бұрын
The reason for that is we are not suppose to talk to each other inside the church at the beginning and end of mass because Jesus is inside the church with the presence of the tabernacle. When we go out of the church, that is the time we can talk to each other. Respect to Jesus is the reason we stay quiet inside the church.
@drbel382 Жыл бұрын
I’m one of those that comes to mass at different times-to suit my schedule (Saturday Vigil, 7 or 9 a.m on Sunday), and while I come 20-25 minutes early, it is only because I want to prepare myself for the mass and the Holy communion. I want to take time to say the before the mass prayer of St. Ambrose and St. Thomas Aquinas because once the mass starts I’m focused on the liturgy. I wear a veil that covers my peripheral vision, and often do not even know who’s around me. I stay after the mass only to pray the Anima Christi and the thanksgiving prayer of St. Thomas Aquinas because there’s little time after communion. I admit I don’t personally know anyone in my Parish because I don’t make the effort, which is probably selfish of me.
@muirgheasa73 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for mentioning your prayers before and after Mass. I will definitely look them up and maybe start praying them too. Now that I’m back going to the Novus Ordo Mass most of the time, I’m missing those long moments of stillness I got during Gregorian chants and even the consecration in the Latin rite. Thankfully in the N.O. parish I go to now, they have adoration every day after Mass, where I have the space to say my own prayers or simply rest in silence.
@drbel382 Жыл бұрын
@@muirgheasa73, they are in the US Grace Force Prayer Book by Fr. Richard M. Heilman. The before mass prayer of St. Ambrose is on page 61, the St. Thomas Aquinas is on page 62. The after communion prayer-Anima Christi is on page 65 and prayer of St. Thomas Aquinas is on page 67, which I really like because it addresses all I desire for receiving the Body of Christ. Be blessed sister.
@muirgheasa73 Жыл бұрын
@@drbel382 Thanks so much!
@user-im7xp8kx9e Жыл бұрын
This is exactly the thing that drew me to the catholic church. I began accompanying my girlfriend and her family. A process of osmosis...no pressure, no hard sel, no love-bombing...just feeling the love of the eucharist
@Hadrianus01 Жыл бұрын
This is clearly an issue across many parishes and people have a lot to say about it - their experiences and potential solutions. I hope it's a topic you'll keep revisiting!
@N1IA-4 Жыл бұрын
I'm a new Catholic, after 30 years of Sola Scriptura Protestantism. I'm a natural introvert....so I actually LIKE the fact that people don't come over to me and awkwardly start small-talk in the Catholic Church. Not to say I don't want to make friends...but my friendships are deep and I cherish the few that I have. Perhaps in RCIA, when I begin, I will find some folks to engage with me.
@elizabethcronin3074 Жыл бұрын
Welcome Home! God bless you on your Faith journey!🙏
@user-wo2kr1gu1c Жыл бұрын
The reason for the quietness is we are not suppose to talk to each other inside the church at the beginning and end of mass because Jesus is inside the church with the presence of the tabernacle. When we go out of the church, that is the time we can talk to each other. Respect to Jesus is the reason we stay quiet inside the church
@jamesmartello1 Жыл бұрын
I'm nearly 60 years old. I have the Knights of Columbus and my Parish Pro-Life Prayer Team, but as much as I love and value these guys, a can't say I put these in the category of a Community in the convention sense. I wish I could have that, but I just have to offer that up in reparations.
@Thefloridarepublic Жыл бұрын
I'm 63 and find the exact same thing.
@octuple505 Жыл бұрын
Maybe invite others to activities you enjoy, fishing, golf or similar. Friendships are formed by common interests, activities and norms. Catholics have many norms, so just reach out.
@carmenanico2786 Жыл бұрын
I notice every parish is more active than others. Our priest is always encouraging to get involved and at times have gatherings to get to know each other. Keith, you're right in every mass when you leave. You feel you encounter christ and that is marvelous
@LK-Design Жыл бұрын
As a potential convert, I have noticed and worried about this. I was just talking with a friend about the challenge yesterday. Thanks so much for this post. It was very timely.
@helenlobo8906 Жыл бұрын
Hi Keith, I had never heard/seen you. 20 days ago, your testimony popped on my you tube home page. As driving back from work I heard it in its entirety. Mind blowing! Jesus answered many of my Catholic- Protestant doubts through your testimony ! Also few days ago randomly I bounced at your rosary site - that was just simply wonderful and made my day! My 12 yr old son loves listening to you ! The topics you cover are so simple yet so powerful. May you , your wife & children be greatly blessed so we may come closer to Jesus through more and more of your topics , detail descriptions, and bible content. Love and prayers from Sandiego
@Thefloridarepublic Жыл бұрын
Totally...finding someone who will talk to the new guy at church is non existent. My personal problem is my parish is 25 minutes away and it's difficult to go back to the parish during the week to participate in things because of my work hours.
@GGdc14863 ай бұрын
You hit the nail on the head! If only we had more Catholics like you, our pews would be filled to the brim every service
@iselgisgarcia8059 Жыл бұрын
Hi teacher! I am 76 Years old, being a Catholic since kindergarten, but falling in love with my gorgeous Church thanks to UTUBE With teachers like you. I find that evangélicas no churches have have that welcoming attitude that we lack. It would be awesome if you could visit our church and give a talk about your experience of getting people to create community. We need IT DESPERATELY! Jesus bless You anoint You!!! You are Christ designe to help us make us better.
@gloriapatri1 Жыл бұрын
I have to say that Keith is so right about the groups forming through same ages. But this summer i decided to volunteer for VBS and met lots of lovely young moms who are my daughters’ ages. It was so great and I am so impressed with them and how holy and generous with their time they are. I thought I would be out of my comfort zone but I had fun!
@NoahBradon Жыл бұрын
Good stuff. We need more of this. Thanks, Keith.
@michellebillingsley4704 Жыл бұрын
I'm a struggling, new cradle Catholic. I still need to take the classes for Catholism, but I'm getting there. This video really helped me...Thank you so much for this explanation of my first experience of going to a Catholic Church. It is all about the Holy Trinity and the whole focus on Them through prayer, reflection and embracing His presence. Thank you and God many blessings upon you...🙏✝️🙏🕊🕊
@esperanzaramirez3270 Жыл бұрын
Grasias señor for people like jou
@Mr_Catholicman Жыл бұрын
I agree with you Keith about letting God decide our community.
@tim_w Жыл бұрын
Let god pick your friends 🤯🤯 … great stuff
@pattiraithel5412 Жыл бұрын
Our church supports a thrift store/ food pantry, and I started volunteering. This is such a great community.
@phil2d2 Жыл бұрын
The Catholic Mass and Catholicism in general isn’t about community in the same that it is emphasized in the Protestant community. It’s all about the Liturgy of the Word & (most of all) the Liturgy of the Eucharist. I think trying to cater to the addiction to community that many may be bringing with them into the Catholic Church might be a wrong way to go. What is needed in our Church is for people to be catechized on Catholic spirituality. Read the Saints…that’s what their lives were all about and that’s what our lives should be all about as well. No, there’s nothing wrong with getting together with friends and fellowship. But often people come to and crawl back to the Mass because they’re broken and need to meet Jesus where He is (where He only is) in the Mass; it took everything they could muster-up to get there and don’t want people staring at them nor coming up with enthusiastic attitudes trying to get them to join a community. Perhaps they had about as much as they can stand in one of those communities who emphasize that and it just wasn’t doing it for them. Pope Francis said it best: the Church is a hospital for the sinful/sick not a museum for the upright and healthy. Spirituality and a return to it will bring the Church back to Her dominance in the world not more communities. Again, READ the Saints!! I can’t emphasize that enough. It’ll put you in a relationship with God in a way you never thought possible before. Perhaps start with the Interior Castle…changed my life because it helped me get closer to God and made the Mass more powerful than ever before.
@roobear53578 ай бұрын
Well said!
@sabbygonzaga2349 Жыл бұрын
Amen. Thank you Keith I love your podcast. Catholic is happy to have you. God bless you and your family more abundantly. Amen.
@ronaldtrunk7944 Жыл бұрын
I was feeling down during mass today but this was exactly what I needed to hear. Thank you.
@janritzberg5297 Жыл бұрын
Keith thank you for this talk. You are so right we have to be open to others and be present.
@lesliecomstock-day419 Жыл бұрын
I converted to Catholicism from Episcopal in January 2023 and I’m struggling with this issue.
@elizabethcronin3074 Жыл бұрын
Welcome home Leslie! Keith had some good suggestions, I hope you found them helpful! 🙏😊
@user-wo2kr1gu1c Жыл бұрын
The reason for the quietness inside the church is we are not suppose to talk to each other inside the church at the beginning and end of mass because Jesus is inside the church with the presence of the tabernacle. When we go out of the church, that is the time we can talk to each other. Respect to Jesus is the reason we stay quiet inside the church
@elizabethking5523 Жыл бұрын
@lesliecomstock-day419, choose not for it to be a struggle.🙏🏻 you are brand new and this is a beautiful thing! 😃❤️ the enemy will try to come against you with that. Just continue to focus on the Eucharist with joy and pray and ask God how you could offer your gifts to serve. Let the parish know you would like to serve. ❤️🙏🏻. You will get to know people. 😃
@albertoascari2542 Жыл бұрын
Being early to Mass saying hello to people helps and smiling
@burkeiowa Жыл бұрын
When Masses resumed after the 2020 mess, the initial spacing made me realize that it made sense for me to sit in the middle of the pew. There were rows where they could have some on the left and right edges, plus one or two people in the middle. Plus, it kept me away from the line of people going up for the Eucharist, which minimized my contact and maximized my distancing. But I continued sitting in the middle, since it seems more inviting, as long as people don't assume I am that far in for the sake of holding the spot for a larger group. But most people realize I'm not doing that. If the sides aren't filled by the time Mass begins, it makes it even more inviting for someone arriving late, since they see a gap on the aisle. They are happy to see that.
@CassaundraBabe Жыл бұрын
What I love about the Catholic Church is Jesus is always the star of the show. If any Catholic is walking into Mass thinking they should be, they don’t understand the Lord waiting for them in the Eucharist. Thank you Jesus!
@marysalmond5273 Жыл бұрын
Always great emphasis on Eucharist! You explain that so well!
@ValC488 Жыл бұрын
Sadly, I am one of those who avoid BECs. For someone like me who is suffering from OCD, BECs just don't work for me! Doesn't give me peace of mind! They will be telling me to do this and that as though they were the experts in the field of OCD! Worst of all, they tell me my Faith is not strong enough! According to Fr. Michael Schmidt, it is evil to tell somebody they are not healed due to the lack of faith! There are way too many judgemental and gossipy people, plain and simple. Truth be told, these are the kinds of people who form the majority of church! So, I make a beeline for my car after every Mass! God have Mercy on me! Love & Prayers from Malaysia 🇲🇾 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻✝️✝️✝️
@joannewman6014 Жыл бұрын
That's me. I Don't want drama. I am friendly 5 minutes before and after service. Then I'm headed out. But I'm going to take some advice here and pray for new Christian friends. 👍🏽
@ValC488 Жыл бұрын
@@joannewman6014 God bless you! Peace 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
@user-wo2kr1gu1c Жыл бұрын
The reason for that is we are not suppose to talk to each other inside the church at the beginning and end of mass because Jesus is inside the church with the presence of the tabernacle. When we go out of the church, that is the time we can talk to each other. Respect to Jesus is the reason we stay quiet inside the church
@ValC488 Жыл бұрын
@@user-wo2kr1gu1c Agreed 👍🏻!
@daisyciocon9236 Жыл бұрын
If the focus is to serve and do the second great commandment of loving others as you love your self 💕♥️Jesus will find your community. Thank you for timely reminder.
@CatholicCat-er9xn Жыл бұрын
This has been a great topic! Catholic small groups are awesome! You get a shout out from A Catholic Wife very frequently! 🙂🙏🙂
@believer87936 ай бұрын
It is the same in the orthodox church as well. I’m going to love this discussion so needful.
@cthurbz5146 Жыл бұрын
This was a great video. I'm a convert who's been back in church for a little over half a year. It's certainly different than the Methodist church that always had something going on and being put front and center. I'm now trying to write stuff from my bulletin into my calendar so I can go take part and maybe meet new people. Plus, a lovely older woman stopped to talk to me after mass, so I made a new friend there (it's hard being an introvert lol)!
@bestlifeforhim Жыл бұрын
Excellent talk 👍 Where I go my family know more people than me than me because I didn't go to mass much for about 20 years, but there are always nice people who are very welcoming. Every different parishes that I have been to have been welcoming. Just enough for me I like to meet new people but there to worship and pray before The Blessed Sacrament.
@johnbrion4565 Жыл бұрын
Great video Keith. Thanks. I agree with you I love that Christ is the center at mass. At the same time maybe I need to start a ministry of welcoming converts or new parishioners or people interested in Catholicism. I’m just not sure how many people there are in that situation at my parish. Also a great way to get involved is looking into the parish ministries and then going to some meetings and getting involved with a ministry or at least meeting with others who are involved in the parish.
@darlameeks Жыл бұрын
There's an old saying, "A rolling stone gathers no moss." My parish is located about 5 minutes from my home by car. I was just confirmed a new Catholic this past May 28th, coming from the Episcopal Church...we also had parishes in the Episcopal Church and celebrated Holy Eucharist. A "parish" is one's neighborhood or locality, and my Catholic parish is full of people who come from my neighborhood, which I think of as a "village". In the Middle Ages in Europe, there was usually only one parish church in one's village. If you lived in a city, there would be a Cathedral. That's where everyone went to Mass. In my mind, it's best to attend Mass as near to one's home as possible instead of hopping around in other parishes. It's wonderful we can go to Mass anywhere if we're traveling, but dedication to your parish church is dedication to your most local community...and folks you might run into every day. My parish is also a school, so there is always a lot going on there, and lots of activities to join in and ways to serve. I'm looking forward to getting involved there. Btw, I am of the firm belief that a church isn't where I go just for myself. It's a place to stay and pray and serve. If you don't like your priest's homilies, pray for him. If you don't like the predominant politics of the parish, pray for and love everyone unconditionally. God may have something for you to learn from them, and vice versa. If you don't like the liturgy being used, submit to the Bishop and worship Jesus in the Eucharist...period. Choosing a church to attend is not like shopping for a new car. It's about the community where God has placed you.
@roobear53578 ай бұрын
There’s a lot of wisdom, and good advice in what you say
@Maria-jo6nn Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing and was wonderful, I am still learning .
@LoriBothwell Жыл бұрын
Unfortunately it’s taken me 3 years to get to gain people’s trust and I’m FRIENDLY. This is my choir group that meets weekly!!I’m sorry Catholics but something needs to change. The Rosary Crew is an exceptional community saying that. Bravo and thanks for this❤
@nancyshookedoncrochet526 Жыл бұрын
The struggle is real. I've been away from the church. I've been attending a Baptist church for a long time. I occasionally attend mass. After mass people may say hi to the priest but then race to their cars. I grew up Catholic married a Jew. We were married by a Catholic priest and a rabbi. The priest got me the rabbi. So it's a valid marriage. 41 years so far. Its complicated. I'm being drawn back. In my area half the Catholics speak only Spanish.
@atrifle8364 Жыл бұрын
The Mass is about Jesus. You will need to knock on the door and become involved in the life of the parish if you want fellowship. Seek out some in person spiritual direction. Call the English speaking offices and ask for something like that. Look in a bulletin and join something.
@donnaburtwell2004 Жыл бұрын
I agree. I'm a cradle catholic but still find it difficult.
@bruno-bnvm Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your ministry. You are doing so much good.
@maricajones6120 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this Keith. God bless
@a.pacana1238 Жыл бұрын
Hi Keith thank God finally i found your channel!
@annb9029 Жыл бұрын
As a Catholic this is so true I my church has the great adventure Bible study I wish other parishes would do the same
@daisyciocon9236 Жыл бұрын
Timely message 🙏🏽
@larrym.johnson9219 Жыл бұрын
Thanks I appreciate your dowload brother!
@discerningChristian Жыл бұрын
Great video. Sound and Christ centered recommendations.
@dariuszprokop2204 Жыл бұрын
I do mean it as a compliment of Keith's sense of humor: 25:19 "...probably not at the same time" - spoken at the usual agitated (in a good way) manner - a true pearl amongst diamonds.
@KeithNester Жыл бұрын
I’m glad someone gets my weird sense of humor :)
@elizabethcronin3074 Жыл бұрын
🍷 salute!
@joeylopez7978 Жыл бұрын
This is what I'm having trouble with coming from a Jehova Witness church where everyone knows each other. If it wasn't for these videos I wouldn't even know anything about the Catholic Church because nobody talks to me at mass.
@peace-and-quiet Жыл бұрын
Srart volunteering and you will meet many people. That's what we did.
@elizabethcronin3074 Жыл бұрын
Hang in there Joey! Joining one of the ministries at the church can be helpful.🙏😊
@pattiraithel5412 Жыл бұрын
Maybe go to the church office and check if there is a place to volunteer.
@joeylopez7978 Жыл бұрын
@@pattiraithel5412 thanks that a good idea
@77agape2 ай бұрын
super important discussion !
@lonniestoute87625 ай бұрын
This is really a pet peave of mine. As long as I am active and able to be of service to someone in order to build their "mission" , I am most welcome and loved ( for that one hour or whatever the mission is). But I was struck with reality 2 years ago when I got sick and I'm home bound. I've lived as a hermit since. I regularly get calls and invites for various "projects" but when I express that I'm sick I get the lip service "I'll pray for you" . I have a small fellowship, ( one is converting this year ) the others are those who are lost and seeking .( Definitely not Catholic). It's taking everything in me right now to remain Catholic. ( For many reasons) The only thing saving me right now is my personal experience with Jesus and knowing the Catholic Church is the Church he established. In a word I would say the "community" I have seen is superficial. To quote what's been going on in my head Jesus said " I call you friends". I've learned a valuable lesson, Go make a friend instead of superficial soul gatherings.
@janicegomez3845 Жыл бұрын
I learned being Catholic that we don’t look for God in people we find him in the Holy Eucharist Church is a Hospital not a friend zone but we come 1 like the father son and Holy Spirit you fall of the pastor who care we just pray have faith and don’t worry get up and pick your daily cross I go to daily mass helps me in my daily hardship ✝️✝️✝️
@julietataylor8629 Жыл бұрын
Yes brother Keith you don’t really need somebody welcome you at the front door 🚪 it’s more peaceful when you walk in God is waiting for you at the altar the angels already finding you your best seat to meet with God just feel at home and start praying God is listening to you
@MommyEtc Жыл бұрын
We are a Catholic family but I’m really wanting to get my kids involved in some kind of groups that all these Protestant churches seem to have. But our parish has nothing going on for young kids. I reached out to some other catholic churches around to see if they do, but I have low hope. It sucks, I really wish we could get involved in a youth group or something.
@markoochyoutcheff64936 ай бұрын
Hand raised! Convert in 22
@MathieuLLF Жыл бұрын
Like always, thank you for the great video!
@KeithNester Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@Geldergroen Жыл бұрын
Tanks Keith this stuff is so familiar
@jiminycricket1593 Жыл бұрын
You da man Keith!
@rebeccagedeon3633 Жыл бұрын
I've been in and out of the church because no one even noticed when I've been missing.
@maryann8264 Жыл бұрын
I am so sorry to hear thatRebecca. I have felt the same way. The only way for me was to get involved. That way, over time, you develop friends relationships relationships.
@katrinagiovanni891 Жыл бұрын
Please know that Jesus and Our Blessed Mother know you are missing. I'm glad Keith talked about this because it has been on my heart. Im a convert of 4 years and never see any of my RCIA peers. I wonder where they are , how they are doing, are they still coming to mass ?... but I'm not confident enough to inquire. And making new friendships can be hard ( for me).... I pray you stay the course and know, even if you dont feel it, you are missed ❤🙏 we are all a work in progress 🙏
@elizabethcronin3074 Жыл бұрын
Jesus noticed- he’s waiting for YOU!🙏😊
@bruno-bnvm Жыл бұрын
The Lord does notice and takes hurt. This is not about you.
@lonniestoute87625 ай бұрын
It's very simple "THE LOVE OF MANY HAVE WAXED COLD "
@voz805 Жыл бұрын
Could be regional as well. I live in the northeast and had a friend I worked with who moved up from Georgia. I recall a conversation where she expressed disappointment that our northern churches were unfriendly, or at least not as welcoming as Georgia's. I regret not remembering what she said was different. Some parishes have coffee and donuts after a morning Mass and the Sunday bulletin is chock full of activities of prayer groups and organizations that have meetings. But I feel I'm with people all week, at Mass I'm with the Lord, in His house and Presence and I pray (and sing), not socialize. Sometimes Sundays can be distracting and I can enjoy a weekday Mass more, especially during Lent when the atmosphere is even better for praying.
@lukebrown5395 Жыл бұрын
I noticed as a cradle catholic that my age group is non existent at my local mass.
@MommyEtc Жыл бұрын
What’s your age group? I’m a cradle catholic too.
@MikeyAGoGo1016 ай бұрын
My RCIA cats are pretty cool. We have 4 ex punk rockers in there and we are starting to get to know each other. I do prefer to be alone when I worship though, daily Mass is my favorite.
@conniecline201 Жыл бұрын
I just started 3 weeks ago and this was one of my questions why no Sunday school.
@yanelypena1050 Жыл бұрын
Silently is important to find our soul , a Lot saint found them self going to desert o being alone. In my Catholic community there are many groups, they always invite to join the groups after Mass.
@mht5875 Жыл бұрын
Chances are it's going to be different for adults who convert to Catholicism compared to cradle Catholics who attended CCD or even Catholic schools where you make friends and keep in touch with them over the years.
@momlifewithjessica9923 Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@Kefa... Жыл бұрын
It ain't no concert💫
@yanelypena1050 Жыл бұрын
We have community in what’s app😂, we talk about some questions that our Protestant brothers make that confuses us, I have learned how to defend my faith.
@yanelypena1050 Жыл бұрын
The purpose of the Mass is more important than what we are that’s why we have to enter quiet to the temple and the same way we enter to Mass the same way we left the temple. We can’t even clap during the liturgy.
@SHAMISOMACHIWANA2 ай бұрын
hey Keith👋👋👋👋👋👋👋
@lorettarepman1632 Жыл бұрын
Make shawl or small blankets to give to patients at the hospital
@DarkAngel-cj6sx Жыл бұрын
It is only in western societies In Africa, people are warm and talk to everyone not like here where people look like they are not happy for a lack of words.
@dawntrudeau Жыл бұрын
Keith, I’m a cradle Catholic and I attended a lovely parish in my home town. Most of the people were kind but many were so hypocritical and mean about each other. I didn’t get into that with them. We moved provinces and I left the Catholic Church. We have tried a few times now to go back to the Catholic church in our new town where we have two churches. One church is for the “well off” the other is for the “low income” what??? Since when did going to Mass become about our income? Anyways , kids are in Catholic school and I do my rosary etc. Catholics need to do better.
@KeithNester Жыл бұрын
We need YOU Dawn! Get back in there and help fix this :)
@bruno-bnvm Жыл бұрын
Only in America never heard of that outside of it.
@dougmoore5252Ай бұрын
Kieth I seem to make friends more slowly as I age.
@sometimescharlotte52438 ай бұрын
No wonder 2/3rds of catholics no longer believe in the real presence in the Eucharist Mass is not a social hour.....its a holy sacrifice on the altar. Its extremely off putting that people socialise in front of the tabernacle immediately after mass ends. Want to talk to people?! Go into the vestibule, outside or a parish room. Want community? Be proactive in creating one....be in service to others as Christ commands us to
@lyraaguila835 Жыл бұрын
Hi keith. Thanks for what you do. I have a question since you were from other denomination did you do a convalidation of marriage? Thanks bec me and my husband were married by the Justice of Peace .
@KeithNester Жыл бұрын
Hi Lyra, We sure did. It was totally awesome!
@sg4937 Жыл бұрын
Im am Catholic and Catholic has small groups just approach or ask the ushers how to join . .
@albertoascari2542 Жыл бұрын
I'm suspicious of love bombing at some Protestant churches . I prefer a cordial chat and smile in a Catholic Church. But after a whille you find your social circle if you want it.. Joining a group helps abd also stay linf back after mass for coffee
@user-wo2kr1gu1c Жыл бұрын
The reason for that is we are NOT suppose to talk to each other inside the church at the beginning and end of mass because Jesus is inside the church with the presence of the tabernacle. When we are inside the church, focus should be on the altar and to JESUS. It is disrespect to our Lord Jesus when we go in the church and talk and talk to each other instead of contemplating on our Lord Jesus. We are in church for only a little over an hour and yet we go in and talk to each other, we need to spend that time with Jesus only. We should go outside before we talk to each other. When we are in church concentrate only on our Lord Jesus. There are gatherings that they do outside the church, see the bulletin for that.
@bigdog1106 Жыл бұрын
They are one of the Fold, the Flock...just another sheep among other sheep.
@Myohomoto Жыл бұрын
❤❤❤❤❤
@HillbillyBlack Жыл бұрын
Hey Keith, do you ever interview atheist? One of the biggest problems that I have with sharing my faith is breaking through the barriers of the thick headedness of an atheist. The minute the word Jesus is mentioned the conversation become sour. Where I work and how isolated it is, I find it’s almost remotely impossible to yield a positive reaction. I told you in the past that I have gotten in trouble for that. Any tips?
@delgutotti Жыл бұрын
hey! first you have to make the atheist understand the consistency of believing in God. You must use logical arguments and natural law. Only then will you talk about the bible and Jesus. If the person doesn't even believe in god and anything supernatural. Why would she believe that the Bible is inspired by God and Jesus is God incarnate? so first one thing then the other.
@delgutotti Жыл бұрын
Sorry about my english! I put it in the google translator.
@HillbillyBlack Жыл бұрын
@@delgutotti its very difficult. Maddening. And saddening.
@elizabethcronin3074 Жыл бұрын
Let your actions open the door first! Prayers in community for a good and safe day. Grace before meals. Asking how you can pray for someone. 🙏😊
@HillbillyBlack Жыл бұрын
@@elizabethcronin3074 some atheists ears BURN with hate when they see that. I generally don’t pray in public on purpose though. Its a private thing like Jesus said, ya know? But yeah, living for him i think is all we can do. Its obvious i cant change anyones heart but i hope God changes them.
@Maria-jo6nn Жыл бұрын
It’s hard I been back and left again the priest are taking to lots of people and you don’t have a chance to introduce myself.
@sometimescharlotte52438 ай бұрын
Personally I find it very off-putting when Mass ends people socialise in front of the tabernacle.... no wonder 2/3 rds of catholics no longer believe in the real presence in the Eucharist. If a parish wants a social hour after Mass, awesome, but take it to the vestibule outside or a parish meeting room. If you would like time with your priest, make an appointment