Corruption, judgement, and inequality are all stories the media presents about the Catholic church . Many take this at face value, and I cannot blame them. There has been a lot of corruption associated with the church, and it may be hard for some to see that these are the actions of a few rather than the philosophy of the whole. Though the reputation of the institution may be tainted, the actual building where I attend mass, does not reflect that negativity. As a Catholic who received a parochial education for 10 years, I see my church in a completely different light. I always hear "You still go to that church? But why?" and I always have the same response. At first glance the Catholic church comes across as harsh and unforgiving, but after removing one 's prejudices it reveals beautiful architecture and messages that embody hope and peace.
My church is Our Lady of Peace (OLP) located in Fords, New Jersey. The surrounding area is a quaint suburban neighborhood …show more content…
Inside, some of the accessories adorning the church are expensive but not all bought by the church. These artifacts and art pieces were not grandiose splurges, but rather they have been accumulated over the course of one hundred years. The stained glass windows depict not only the frightening foretelling of what could be for those who shun God, but they also show His mercy and love. Sunlight shines through them as rays of light beaming down from heaven, illuminating us and the basic ideas we hold as Catholics.
Misconceptions about my church will not stop me from loving it. The false ideas only stem from misconstruing God 's messages. The church helps make sense of the many unexplainable miracles in the world, and it challenges the complacency of many. The character and aura surrounding my church is not threatening, but it is a comforting reminder of my childhood and the love and peace I find in this place even
My church is Our Lady of Peace (OLP) located in Fords, New Jersey. The surrounding area is a quaint suburban neighborhood …show more content…
Inside, some of the accessories adorning the church are expensive but not all bought by the church. These artifacts and art pieces were not grandiose splurges, but rather they have been accumulated over the course of one hundred years. The stained glass windows depict not only the frightening foretelling of what could be for those who shun God, but they also show His mercy and love. Sunlight shines through them as rays of light beaming down from heaven, illuminating us and the basic ideas we hold as Catholics.
Misconceptions about my church will not stop me from loving it. The false ideas only stem from misconstruing God 's messages. The church helps make sense of the many unexplainable miracles in the world, and it challenges the complacency of many. The character and aura surrounding my church is not threatening, but it is a comforting reminder of my childhood and the love and peace I find in this place even