Christine Davis
#0
I have been researching Orthodox Christianity since March, and recently I have become bogged down, confused, and depressed. I feel as though there is no way for me to know the truth, that nothing makes sense, and that the whole search is pointless. I know that none of this is true, but I am having a hard time getting through it. Since my husband\'s new job we have quit attending the parish we were visiting but have also not gone anywhere else. I am very tired. I want to just relax and know that I have found the Truth, but I am torn on all sides. I don\'t know what to do next. Please pray for me.
HeatherChristine
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Fr. John Moses
#1
My dear friend,
Of course, I\'m praying for you. But is there anything I can do to help? Please call me at 540-887-8280
Love,
Fr. John Moses
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NM
#2
You guys can do it!! We\'ll be praying for you to.
Tidbit: Every day is a new beginning, a fresh start - like a fresh field of snow, beautiful and unblemished. It\'s so good to remember this and to make today beautiful while not worrying about yesterday or tomorrow.
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Kira Meholick
#3
A lot of us go through a period of confusion and exhaustion. Hang in.
I\'m praying for you.
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BM
#4
There is a lot to learn about when it comes to Orthodoxy! Don\'t be too hard on yourself, and worry so. Defiantely talk to a priest they have a lot of good information, knowing about the church and its history is their job.
I\'ve been Orthodox for nearly 12 years now, and I\'m still learning! My huband also went through feelings like that in the beginning of his conversion, but he made it thorough and now feels more comforted and assured that this is where he wants to be.
Sometimes we can definately feel overwhelmed and depressed, but Christ is there during the storms just like the calm times. Just trust, learn, talk, discuss, and keep heart. You aren\'t required to know everything right away! Be kind to yourself.
Defiantely don\'t stop going to a church, it will make it worse to miss then to go! Trust me, I know this so well. Ugh.
Everyone will be praying for you!
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Steven Adams
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JS
#6
I understand there is a lot to grasp - I consider myself lucky in being Orthodox my entire life but I also understand how much there is to learn and consider.
My boyfriend finds it very frustrating to read through all the information I\'ve got on Orthodoxy - sometimes finding the truth takes a little more time and effort but in the end it\'s worth it.
God Bless!
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