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Yeah I realized it was directed to me, and in fact had a post started back to him, but then I got a phone call and by the time I got back I had changed my mind about answereing. Now you have brought it to my attention again, and want to comment on one part:

what is it that keeps its hold on you, what would happen for you if you let it go?

This may just sound like justification to some, especially those that believe I was scared by the catholic church and carry a grudge against them, but that is not really the case. Not being a Unitartition (sp) but a fundamentalist, and still having my whole family catholic, causes me concern that I hope people understand but don't take offense at:) Sooo...what keeps it's hold of me so to speak is"

1. A way to convince a catholic to take a differnt look at there faih.

2. Or find a way for me to view their faith differently, so that I can feel more comfortable about my family.

Becky

Becky,

If you have time and inclination, I'd appreciate an elaboration:

...what keeps it's hold of me so to speak is

1. A way to convince a catholic to take a different look at their faith.
2. Or find a way for me to view their faith differently, so that I can feel more comfortable about my family.

1)What, would be the different look at your family's faith that could/would satisfy your requirement here? Any general thoughts? Big differences, little differences? Acceptence? Forgiveness? Compassion? Do they reject you in some way?

2) What could change in your view of their faith that would make you more comfortable about/with them? Respect? Understanding? Forgiveness?