One more thing - cite Romans 14. All must obey their conscious regarding spiritual matters. You must respect theirs, and they must respect yours. If they give you any trouble, lean hard on Romans 14.
Converting from the denomination of your family
Angel Scott
Adam Robinson
I am kinda in the same situation as well, but not for Cathodoxism (their view on justification/sanctification is demonstrably, apostolically false) rather for the reformed crowd.
Oliver Cruz
Bump. I am still conflicted, but I have contacted a priest. I decided to go the Catholic and not "tradcath" route for now.
Dylan Jones
Good job lads. Really outdoing yourselves
Connor Harris
*ahem*
winnie the pooh catholics
Andrew Young
I feel bad for you
Jackson Ward
As a former Baptist, I'm in a similar boat as you; after months of research and contemplation, I'm going to visit my local Catholic Church for the first time tomorrow. I have considered the Traditional Catholic and Orthodox Churches, however I'd only be attending them for my own selfish reasons (e.g. "they're more traditional") more than anything else. Hopefully I don't look like an autist by wearing a suit to Church, as I'm guessing most young men today don't.
Julian Myers
Proceed with caution. I took the Orthodox route and I also lucked out in the grandparents area - they got into an accident unfortunately, and I seized the aftermath and begame Orthodox.
Just be prepared, memorize scriptural passages supporting your choice. Highlighting the importance of the Saints, the existence of Apostolic tradition, the fact The Church is the GROUND AND PILLAR OF TRUTH. You just have to say it all in a tactful, respectful and lovingly way. While also deconstructing Protestantism and the solas.
It's a struggle. Persevere. Pray frequently. Pray a lot. Know that God hears your prayers. Ask God to guide towards the best path. Things will work out. Just remember - to the hilt. Make up your mind, and go with it. But no matter what, don't compromise. Compromising will leave you in a miserable place.
Luke Stewart
(keked)
Verily! Come home roman brothers and sisters. Begome!
Matthew Morgan
Rude… and why?
Good luck friend. And yes, I'll shamefully admit that part of why I stopped researching Orthodoxy was all the Hyperdox Herman LARPers who are drawn to the faith because it's exotic. Now, I don't feel there's much wrong with the faith unlike, say, Evangelicalism. And I'd like to add, since we are on Zig Forums I genuinely believe all the Orthodox Christians here are devout and practice their religion.
I already had the talk with them. My mother was receptive and even said she'll attend church with me sometime. My father on the other hand starting cussing at me and then left the house.