Together as sinners and in faith
Campus priest draws on student voices to illustrate the many sides of Catholicism
The Rev. Michael Belinsky, C.S.C.
Issue date: 11/19/09 Section: Faith and Fellowship
But don't just take my word for it. Read these words from some of your classmates for whom I am grateful for their sharing.
Ngoc Pham '11: "I choose to be a practicing Catholic simply because I believe that God is love and that He takes me through hard moments in my life by providing me with His guidance."
Jocelyn Cabrera '12: "I chose to be a practicing Catholic because it is how I was raised … Over time we stopped going to mass, but I started again to get my Confirmation in high school.
"I chose to continue practicing Catholicism because it has been a huge part of my life and I believe that my faith has helped me through so many things. I also appreciate all the beliefs/tenets we have that … lead and help us to become better people."
Sean Ducey '13: "I choose to be a practicing Catholic because in high school I got very involved in Campus Ministry-Youth Ministry and have absolutely loved exploring my faith and getting to know my God more every day."
Leslie Fummerton '10: "I choose to practice my faith because it simply feeds my soul. I feel comfort knowing that I can turn to God in any circumstance and He will always be there for me. In my relationship with God, I give praise and thanks, as well as offer up to him my struggles.
"He helps me to see my issues in perspective. I can feel deep down when I start to distance myself and a certain longing pulls me back in. It is something I can't ignore and has become a part of me. I practice without being conscious of it anymore."
Sarah Eldrige '11: "[The main reason] I choose to remain a practicing Roman Catholic … is the Sacramental lens through which we view the world. Whether it is recognizing our Savior in the Eucharist, in an unexpected blessing, amidst soul-wrenching trials, or in a breath-taking sunset stretching over the ocean, we believe that He is always beside, before, and within us."
Chloe Ruffin '12: "I became a member of the Catholic Church because of its emphasis on family. We are so loving to not only our parish members, but everybody in the world. I am in love with our dedication to serving those less fortunate.
Ngoc Pham '11: "I choose to be a practicing Catholic simply because I believe that God is love and that He takes me through hard moments in my life by providing me with His guidance."
Jocelyn Cabrera '12: "I chose to be a practicing Catholic because it is how I was raised … Over time we stopped going to mass, but I started again to get my Confirmation in high school.
"I chose to continue practicing Catholicism because it has been a huge part of my life and I believe that my faith has helped me through so many things. I also appreciate all the beliefs/tenets we have that … lead and help us to become better people."
Sean Ducey '13: "I choose to be a practicing Catholic because in high school I got very involved in Campus Ministry-Youth Ministry and have absolutely loved exploring my faith and getting to know my God more every day."
Leslie Fummerton '10: "I choose to practice my faith because it simply feeds my soul. I feel comfort knowing that I can turn to God in any circumstance and He will always be there for me. In my relationship with God, I give praise and thanks, as well as offer up to him my struggles.
"He helps me to see my issues in perspective. I can feel deep down when I start to distance myself and a certain longing pulls me back in. It is something I can't ignore and has become a part of me. I practice without being conscious of it anymore."
Sarah Eldrige '11: "[The main reason] I choose to remain a practicing Roman Catholic … is the Sacramental lens through which we view the world. Whether it is recognizing our Savior in the Eucharist, in an unexpected blessing, amidst soul-wrenching trials, or in a breath-taking sunset stretching over the ocean, we believe that He is always beside, before, and within us."
Chloe Ruffin '12: "I became a member of the Catholic Church because of its emphasis on family. We are so loving to not only our parish members, but everybody in the world. I am in love with our dedication to serving those less fortunate.
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