Posted on 06/14/2006 7:50:30 AM PDT by marshmallow
bttt
"but be aware that you can only change rites once!"
I've heard that, but recognize that most refugees from the western church don't ever formally make the switch. And there's really no reason to do so if their eastern home is viewed as temporary.
The eastern Catholic churches are in communion, so you can take Eucharist and participate in most of the mysteries (sacraments) regardless of the church that you "officially" belong to. The only times I think it might get dicey for a western Catholic is if they're looking to have a child Baptised/Chrismated or looking to get married.
Prayers for our priests. May God protect them and give them strength.
I know so many outstanding priests.
God Bless them.
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