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It’s funny how we pick up certain preconceptions and prejudices without even realising. Growing up in NI as a presbyterian my impression of Gospel Halls is that they are quite legalistic and insular- women aren’t allowed to wear trousers, not allowed TV, that kind of thing. Almost Amish but not...

Thanks for that. I didn’t read it as harsh and I definitely want to avoid being homeless for any length of time. We’re currently living around 30 miles from the house we’re buying and had decided to travel on Sundays until the sale is completed so we can plug into a church sooner rather than...

Hi, it’s been a long time since I posted on here- life and family get in the way a bit! Anyway, we’ve recently relocated to Northern Ireland and have been trying to find a new spiritual home. I’m trying not to let the perfect become the enemy of the good, but it’s getting me down that there...

Ooh, thanks for that- like the sound of Victoria. And Nova Scotia, for that matter. I reckon a 'research trip' is in order sometime soon.

Yeah, British Columbia looks pretty close to the dream- saw some amazing scenery on the interweb. What are winters there generally like? I've heard rumours of -40oC, which sounds pretty extreme from where I'm sitting- coldest it tends to get here is around -10, if that. On the other hand, you...

Well, I would have it tucked under my shirt most of the time, (Man, being a med student sucks- I long for the days when I could wear t-shirts and jeans to class!) or probably not get one that was long enough to get in the way in the first place. I can imagine that would frustrate me a lot too...

Well, my earlier remarks weren't particularly well phrased or thought-through, but the questions you've posed are rather challenging ethically. I don't really have time to sit and work my way through all of the intricacies. The big problem with both is that they require a radical alteration to...

Praying.

Lord, lay your healing hands upon Bambi. Draw near to her and Gary and show them Your love. Convict them by your Spirit that they may come to faith in You. Amen

Lord, Thy will be done in this situation. I pray that those in charge will be filled with Your wisdom and grant your peace to the family involved. Amen

Thanks all :hug: Lord, thank you for this wonderful fellowship of believers around the world that will take time to pray for something like this. Draw near to them all and surround them with Your love, that they may be blessed by You today. Amen

Well, as I said, I don't know a lot about Mary. It's not something that's taught in my church and I don't think it would be constructive for me to delve into- as I have no real personal interest in the right or wrong of it, all I would be doing is coming up with points to make in debates and...

No worries, hope you feel revitalised soon. I'm a bit of a fan of Mars Hill, despite never having been there- Mark and the team there seem to have a passion for God that's real, radical, and rather counter-cultural at times. It just comes across as different from 'normal' church, in a good way...

Well, I'm not Catholic, so not really sure about Mary doctrines and so on, but The Gospel of John is an interesting book. It's not so much of a historical account of Jesus' life as a treatise about the supernatural nature of Jesus, illustrated with scenes from His life. Highlights, if you will...

Father, You are holy above all things and worthy to be praised. You created the universe, vast beyond our comprehension, yet care about each one of us individually and know our every detail. I thank you for the young people going on the weekend away, Lord. I thank you for the opportunity to...

Rhamiel, no offense taken- I just wanted to give an alternative view on the 'just Christian' terminology. I realise that there are many out there who do have some sort of anti-catholic agenda behind their use of the phrase. Monica, glad you appreciate it :)

No worries, glad I could help in some small way. :hug: As for having children, that'll happen in God's time, if it's His will for you. Don't let your imagination run away with you regarding how much things will hurt- plenty of time to think about that in the 9 months leading up to the event...

There's an old joke in Northern Ireland that goes something like this: An Arabic guy was walking through Belfast and got a little lost. A gang of youths come up to him obviously looking for trouble. "Hey mister, are you a Protestant or a Catholic?" The man, somewhat surprised by the...

If I knew you, I'd give you a hug and tell you not to worry. Seeing as I don't, how about a virtual one? :hug: Don't worry about it! :hug: I'm a medical student, so I've seen smears etc being taken. It's not exactly pleasant for anyone involved, but it shouldn't be too traumatic. But...

I, personally, would describe myself as 'just Christian.' By that, I'm not trying to diss Catholics or anyone else. It's more like I'm renouncing ties to any particular brand of christianity, or the specific cultural identification that comes from being labelled 'Catholic' or 'Protestant' back...