PRAISE GOD!!

[kimber1]

i just had to tell y'all i got a phonecall from my dad last night. we have had a kind of strained relationship for awhile now (long story) but anyway, i found out that he's moved back to VA from FL so now he's like 3 hours away instead of 18 and then we got to tlaking about "changes going on in my life". i was almost scared to tell him my desire to convert but was absolutely amazed at the support i got from both him and my stepmom and that they were so glad to hear I'd left the other church! i was just in shock b/c i expected kind of the reaction that i've gotten used to getting from others but wow!!! i am so happy!!!!

 

[ShannonMcCatholic]

That is awesome!! Praise Him! I'll say a little prayer right now for continued healing between you and your dad!

In Him,
Shannon

 

[thereselittleflower]

This is so wonderful!! It is amazing how support comes from unexpected places and at unexpected times!


Sounds like things are opening up for you and your dad . . I am very happy for you!


Peace in Him!

 

[geocajun]

Thats great Kimber! perfect timing too!

 

[ProCommunioneFacior]

Awesome! I am glad that you are receiving support from some of your family. I hope and pray that your relationship may be healed and that you two may be a source of blessings for each other.

 

[KennySe]

Maybe a lil family get-together during the Easter holidays?

 

[Aaron-Aggie]

 

[Cat59]

It's so nice to hear good news like that, especially after the struggles you've had!
Cat

 

[Filia Mariae]

 

[Miss Shelby]

That's great Kimber. I'm sure it was a huge relief.

Michelle

 

[ukok]

Kim, isn't it wonderful when we receive such an unexpected reaction from our loved one's? I remember talking for a long time with my Mum about the Catholic Church (i didn't want to get into talk's with Dad the agnostic! ((though he used to be athiest so at least that's a step in the right direction))...there has been such a wonderful reaction...we went to eat with them last week and my son said a blessing before we ate...my parent's were very tolerant...and almost tearful...there's nothing like grandparent tears!

I pray that your relationship with your Dad will continue to blossom with peace, understanding and wholesome fruitfulness.

God Bless you.

 

[ej]

 

[Christy4Christ]

Kimber,

I am so happy for you! I saw my dad for the first time in years over the Christmas holiday. My dad lives in England and we had led pretty seperate lives but I am so happy we got to spend that time together, there is something so special between a girl and her father and I am glad I got to experience that. I even got my dad to go to church with me!

I will continue to pray for you that your relationship with him continues to strengthen. I am glad you are getting support from your family as well!


Praise God indeed because with HIM ALL things are possible!


Christy


PS.

I love all these cute little guys

 

[JOYfulbeliever]

Great news, Kim!

So...did they move anywhere close to me, so you can sneak a visit here when you visit them?!?!

 

[BAChristian]

I think the Lord will try you at certain times. In your case, with your pastor.

But then I think the Lord rewarded you for being steadfast and strong in front of your pastor -- essentially defending your love for Christ and His Church. He's now working with your family to give you the support you need right now. In essence, the Lord is saying, "See, you defended me in front of those who don't believe in my Church, so I am going to reward you with certain people who you might not expect who will care about you and support you."

 

[Veritas]

Way cool! The Lord does some amazing things when we least expect it. That's why it's so wonderful when it happens. I bid you peace and joy!


Kim

 

[kimber1]

thanks y'all! this was truely a blessing for me. i can't get into all the details of it but i have no doubt the Holy Spirit guided this to happen and in the timing that it did as well, in a way to save me from myself. i have no doubt God has plans for me within the Catholic Church and He showed Himself to me in such an amazing way with this situation!

Dad lives so close now (3 hrs instead of 18 i think) that a weekend trip would be a piece of cake and i plan on doing so very soon. they've never even seen their newest grandson (now almost 4) and what a heartwarming meeting that will be!!

 

[KC Catholic]

Rock on!

 

[ps139]

As Tolkien said, "Help often comes from the most unexpected places."

This is great news!

 

[BornCath]

Your reunion with your Dad is the blessing that was on your way when the wicked tongue pastor of your former church insulted you for deciding to convert to the Mystical Body of Jesus, the Catholic Church. What a blessing!!