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Conversion questions

  • 15-01-2017 7:21pm
    #1
    Esdras_
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9 ✭


    Hello,

    I am new here so please excuse any breaches in etiquette. I have some 'practical' questions with regard to Catholicism and Anglicanism.

    I guess I would say that I am a lapsed Catholic. I don't attend mass and I find it hard to support the actions of the Catholic Church.

    However, as a child I attended a Protestant school. Recently, I have attended a number of Anglican marriages, funerals and services.

    I find these services very comfortable and in general, I find it easier to understand and accept this religion.

    My question is really; am I welcome at such services? I feel like an interloper when I attend them.

    Also, is it possible to 'convert' to the Church of Ireland? My partner is catholic and would like a church wedding down the line. If I were a protestant then, is that a problem?


Comments

  • #2
    Mancomb Seepgood
    Closed Accounts Posts: 417 ✭✭Mancomb Seepgood


    Visitors are welcome at practically any church. It's important to know if the denomination in question has rules about who can receive communion but as a baptised Christian this wouldn't be an issue for you with the COI. Talk to the minister but I don't think there would be any formal conversion as such.


  • #3
    Jellybaby1
    Closed Accounts Posts: 7,108 ✭✭✭Jellybaby1


    I know several RC's who have blended into the CoI (almost) seamlessly. Occasionally, there are the usual giveaways, like blessing themselves, or genuflection, but in time that disappears because no-one else in the church does it. One or two might insist on keeping it up but whatever your practice you will be welcomed in the CoI if that is your wish.


  • #4
    Esdras_
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9 ✭Esdras_


    Thank you. Is it required to talk to Reverend in advance?


  • #5
    KatyMac
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,209 ✭✭✭KatyMac


    It's not really necessary to talk to the Reverend in advance.
    Just turn up and join in and don't stress too much


  • #6
    Jellybaby1
    Closed Accounts Posts: 7,108 ✭✭✭Jellybaby1


    I agree with KatyMac, there is no need to formalise it. Just go to the services. As some point I would expect the Reverend will want to get to know you and you can 'fess up then if you like, you would still be made welcome. I would advise against keeping your original religion a secret, that will go against you when it comes to making friends. Honesty at all times is best.


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