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[quote=Anonymous]OP I know exactly how you feel.  I left Catholicism in my 20's and returned in my late 30's.  I really struggle and feel conflicted about some of the views of the Catholic faith, however I enjoy attending mass.  There is something about the Catholic mass that spiritually moves me.  It gives me great peace and joy.    I have tried every other Christian denomination under the sun, but I felt lost  like I did not belong.

With that said, I support rights for LGBTQ community, social justice issues, I support a women's right to choose especially in cases involving rape or when the life of a mother is at stake, I support the ordination of women into the priesthood, etc.  There so many issues that I support that goes against the core teachings of the Catholic faith.  Also, to add fire to the flame I am a minority attending a predominately white Catholic church here in Howard County where there are racist parishioners who are so out of touch with the needs of Latinos and those of African descent.   I oftentimes want to run down the aisle and scream at these people, but I sit there in silence asking myself, "Why the Hell am I here?"  I have a love hate relationship with Catholicism.

I think finding a good parish is the key because they do vary.  I think part of my current frustration is that I truly do not like any of the Catholic parishes in Howard County.  I found a church near my house that is inclusive, welcoming,  vibrant, not out of touch with the modern world, has two women pastors, a phenomenal youth program, etc., but it is a Methodist church. In my case, I am not sure if I will leave the Catholic faith or not, however in the meantime I need a break from it to clear my head. I can honestly admit that returning was a mistake for me.  Also,  my kids care more about their extracurricular and school activities than they do religion.    The Catholic faith and religion as a whole is slowly becoming an afterthought in my household. [/quote]

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