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Hey, I grew up catholic but have not practiced in years. I do find myself missing the community despite having social anxiety. I am a 29-year-old male who spent much time doing the wrong thing. I know I am on the search for something now more and I feel that it is likely God. I'm not sure what I fully believe but I do know that there is more to this world. Really been struggling to connect things the past few months though. I know I need to just get out and get back into it and I feel a great urge to volunteer and do good. I also feel like I've wasted so much time I want to connect more with my family and the friends I have left. I ended up being cut and cutting out a lot of people from my life and this point and that which affects me most of all is having those like my dad and grandfather who are now in a better place. I never really processed the grief of either despite being so many years from my grandfather and 3 from my father. I haven't really talked much about it except to my ex who is a beautiful person and still talks to me. I've struggled with depression and anxiety in the past, but medicine was the worst thing I could have done (great for some people not for me). I know I am pretty young but feel so old and struggle with thinking of the future despite plans and wants. What it really comes down to is the feel that I have a hole in my life both through lack of connection with those around me and God and base human spirituality. I find myself getting overwhelmed when I think about read or watch things about these things. My post is not meant to be a ramble or rant it is simply to express this what I think most about right now during these past few months. Thanks for reading any read or reply is appreciated. Happy New Year. I hope and even begin to pray that this world can come through its current chaos in to an era of unprecedented peace. There truly is no excuse for with what we as modern people allow to occur in this world. I truly believe the way so many people feel so lost right now is because people started projecting anxiety and fear in groups instead of positivity. Start spreading positivity again. For those like me for the first time. I could use some ideas for volunteering and how to get involved in local churches and projects.
 

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Hey, I grew up catholic but have not practiced in years. I do find myself missing the community despite having social anxiety. I am a 29-year-old male who spent much time doing the wrong thing. I know I am on the search for something now more and I feel that it is likely God. I'm not sure what I fully believe but I do know that there is more to this world. Really been struggling to connect things the past few months though. I know I need to just get out and get back into it and I feel a great urge to volunteer and do good. I also feel like I've wasted so much time I want to connect more with my family and the friends I have left. I ended up being cut and cutting out a lot of people from my life and this point and that which affects me most of all is having those like my dad and grandfather who are now in a better place. I never really processed the grief of either despite being so many years from my grandfather and 3 from my father. I haven't really talked much about it except to my ex who is a beautiful person and still talks to me. I've struggled with depression and anxiety in the past, but medicine was the worst thing I could have done (great for some people not for me). I know I am pretty young but feel so old and struggle with thinking of the future despite plans and wants. What it really comes down to is the feel that I have a hole in my life both through lack of connection with those around me and God and base human spirituality. I find myself getting overwhelmed when I think about read or watch things about these things. My post is not meant to be a ramble or rant it is simply to express this what I think most about right now during these past few months. Thanks for reading any read or reply is appreciated. Happy New Year. I hope and even begin to pray that this world can come through its current chaos in to an era of unprecedented peace. There truly is no excuse for with what we as modern people allow to occur in this world. I truly believe the way so many people feel so lost right now is because people started projecting anxiety and fear in groups instead of positivity. Start spreading positivity again. For those like me for the first time. I could use some ideas for volunteering and how to get involved in local churches and projects.

I can relate to a lot of what you shared. I too grew up Catholic then left. I too have a lot of past pain.

I would start by spending time daily reading the Bible and praying. I've lost count of how many times I have read the Bible cover to cover. It never gets old and over time it becomes a part of you and Scripture guides you. Prayer gives us hope and strength. Find a good Bible-believing and teaching church. I especially prefer churches that teach verse-by-verse, book-by-book through the Bible. Listen to some Christian music. Find good people to spend time with. Get involved in ministry.

There is nothing more positive than the Gospel message. Learning who you are in Christ is soul-inspiring. Ask God to show you your purpose. Find your gift. That will lead you to how best to volunteer. Do you like to teach, work with children, work with the poor, do evangelism, help build things or give people rides or deliver meals, etc? There are so many ways to serve. Find your passion.

Draw near to God and He will draw near to you. People can and will let you down at times. None of us is perfect but God is. He will never let you down. He will sustain you through the trials of life. Nothing is too big for God. He understands depression and anxiety and past failures. He already knows you inside and out. Let Him love you and that love will transform you.

Keep posting here and I hope we all will give you encouragement!

God is good and faithful and merciful and loving
 
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Hey, I grew up catholic but have not practiced in years. I do find myself missing the community despite having social anxiety. I am a 29-year-old male who spent much time doing the wrong thing. I know I am on the search for something now more and I feel that it is likely God. I'm not sure what I fully believe but I do know that there is more to this world. Really been struggling to connect things the past few months though. I know I need to just get out and get back into it and I feel a great urge to volunteer and do good. I also feel like I've wasted so much time I want to connect more with my family and the friends I have left. I ended up being cut and cutting out a lot of people from my life and this point and that which affects me most of all is having those like my dad and grandfather who are now in a better place. I never really processed the grief of either despite being so many years from my grandfather and 3 from my father. I haven't really talked much about it except to my ex who is a beautiful person and still talks to me. I've struggled with depression and anxiety in the past, but medicine was the worst thing I could have done (great for some people not for me). I know I am pretty young but feel so old and struggle with thinking of the future despite plans and wants. What it really comes down to is the feel that I have a hole in my life both through lack of connection with those around me and God and base human spirituality. I find myself getting overwhelmed when I think about read or watch things about these things. My post is not meant to be a ramble or rant it is simply to express this what I think most about right now during these past few months. Thanks for reading any read or reply is appreciated. Happy New Year. I hope and even begin to pray that this world can come through its current chaos in to an era of unprecedented peace. There truly is no excuse for with what we as modern people allow to occur in this world. I truly believe the way so many people feel so lost right now is because people started projecting anxiety and fear in groups instead of positivity. Start spreading positivity again. For those like me for the first time. I could use some ideas for volunteering and how to get involved in local churches and projects.

Welcome to the forums. You should return to your Catholic Church and speak with your priest about helping others in your community. He will advise you what to do. There are people in need who approach priests for help every day. But there are not a lot of people like yourself who are willing to help.
 
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I can relate to a lot of what you shared. I too grew up Catholic then left. I too have a lot of past pain.

I would start by spending time daily reading the Bible and praying. I've lost count of how many times I have read the Bible cover to cover. It never gets old and over time it becomes a part of you and Scripture guides you. Prayer gives us hope and strength. Find a good Bible-believing and teaching church. I especially prefer churches that teach verse-by-verse, book-by-book through the Bible. Listen to some Christian music. Find good people to spend time with. Get involved in ministry.

There is nothing more positive than the Gospel message. Learning who you are in Christ is soul-inspiring. Ask God to show you your purpose. Find your gift. That will lead you to how best to volunteer. Do you like to teach, work with children, work with the poor, do evangelism, help build things or give people rides or deliver meals, etc? There are so many ways to serve. Find your passion.

Draw near to God and He will draw near to you. People can and will let you down at times. None of us is perfect but God is. He will never let you down. He will sustain you through the trials of life. Nothing is too big for God. He understands depression and anxiety and past failures. He already knows you inside and out. Let Him love you and that love will transform you.

Keep posting here and I hope we all will give you encouragement!

God is good and faithful and merciful and loving
I appreciate the words and part of your story and this explanation. I do feel that I will keep posting here and already feel great encouragement and a connection of positivity.
 
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Welcome to the forums. You should return to your Catholic Church and speak with your priest about helping others in your community. He will advise you what to do. There are people in need who approach priests for help every day. But there are not a lot of people like yourself who are willing to help.
Thank you I will. I appreciate you sending the positivity.
 
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Hey..glad you ended up here.
Great place to be when we need a chance to start over, connect, and much more.
Welcome:)
Appreciate that =) Glad I ended up here as well. Quick impact of good community and positivity is really nice.
 
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Hey, I grew up catholic but have not practiced in years. I do find myself missing the community despite having social anxiety. I am a 29-year-old male who spent much time doing the wrong thing. I know I am on the search for something now more and I feel that it is likely God. I'm not sure what I fully believe but I do know that there is more to this world. Really been struggling to connect things the past few months though. I know I need to just get out and get back into it and I feel a great urge to volunteer and do good. I also feel like I've wasted so much time I want to connect more with my family and the friends I have left. I ended up being cut and cutting out a lot of people from my life and this point and that which affects me most of all is having those like my dad and grandfather who are now in a better place. I never really processed the grief of either despite being so many years from my grandfather and 3 from my father. I haven't really talked much about it except to my ex who is a beautiful person and still talks to me. I've struggled with depression and anxiety in the past, but medicine was the worst thing I could have done (great for some people not for me). I know I am pretty young but feel so old and struggle with thinking of the future despite plans and wants. What it really comes down to is the feel that I have a hole in my life both through lack of connection with those around me and God and base human spirituality. I find myself getting overwhelmed when I think about read or watch things about these things. My post is not meant to be a ramble or rant it is simply to express this what I think most about right now during these past few months. Thanks for reading any read or reply is appreciated. Happy New Year. I hope and even begin to pray that this world can come through its current chaos in to an era of unprecedented peace. There truly is no excuse for with what we as modern people allow to occur in this world. I truly believe the way so many people feel so lost right now is because people started projecting anxiety and fear in groups instead of positivity. Start spreading positivity again. For those like me for the first time. I could use some ideas for volunteering and how to get involved in local churches and projects.

Welcome to CF, Callum! Thankful you are here and will be praying for you.
 
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Welcome to CF, Callum! Thankful you are here and will be praying for you.
Thank you for the Welcome and I appreciate the prayers This response is for everybody and you. I'm learning to talk to God again myself. Find myself ready to scream at the top of a mountain the word why. I know though I find that when I pay attention and ask for answer and help/hope from God he always assists me in finding some form of what I need. Be it this forum. A friend Texting me, a well-timed video, other communities, A beautiful Sight of nature Family walking in the door I've noticed many but seem to remember so few. So many I find myself becoming more connected. Light Fasting seems to open up my mind and heart some maybe the toxins of modern food leaving not sure. Thinking of taking it a step further with proper preparation. These past few days have still been rough but I truly do feel like I am having some form of awakening inside. Getting these words out along with focusing utterly on positivity and peace is far more meaningful then what I had been doing holding it in like a poison.
 
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