The purpose of this paper is to introduce my religion, talk about the spirits or deities and their significance, identify the basic concepts and beliefs of my religion, describe its mythology, explain the sacred text and its relationship to my religion, describe the location and ambience where members meet, identify and explain the use of rituals, describe my home altar, talk about how to be a member of my religion, and identify how members are trained for positions and roles within my religion.
I grew up in the Philippines knowing two religions: my mom’s religion, which is Roman Catholic, and my dad’s religion, which is Crusaders of the Divine Church of Christ (CDCC). I was baptized with my dad’s religion (CDCC) but was later converted to …show more content…
Same process goes with Catholic nuns. Higher positions like Monsignors or Bishops are appointed by whoever is in the higher position, and is then reviewed and approved by the Pope, who holds the highest position in the Catholic Church. Aside from that, those who aim for a position in the Catholic Church must be unmarried. However, deacons or ordained ministers may or may not be single, and must not have any intention to become a priest. Catholic churches also have volunteers and the process is dependent upon the requirement being asked by the church.
Coming from a very traditional Filipino family, I grew up believing that there is good and evil, heaven and hell, angels and demons, the Holy Trinity, and Mama Mary. I pray everyday and I love celebrating Christmas. I respect our culture and tradition, which is why I am not even thinking about changing my beliefs. Although I do not classify myself as a devout Catholic, meaning I do not necessarily believe and follow everything the church says, I still identify myself as a
I grew up in the Philippines knowing two religions: my mom’s religion, which is Roman Catholic, and my dad’s religion, which is Crusaders of the Divine Church of Christ (CDCC). I was baptized with my dad’s religion (CDCC) but was later converted to …show more content…
Same process goes with Catholic nuns. Higher positions like Monsignors or Bishops are appointed by whoever is in the higher position, and is then reviewed and approved by the Pope, who holds the highest position in the Catholic Church. Aside from that, those who aim for a position in the Catholic Church must be unmarried. However, deacons or ordained ministers may or may not be single, and must not have any intention to become a priest. Catholic churches also have volunteers and the process is dependent upon the requirement being asked by the church.
Coming from a very traditional Filipino family, I grew up believing that there is good and evil, heaven and hell, angels and demons, the Holy Trinity, and Mama Mary. I pray everyday and I love celebrating Christmas. I respect our culture and tradition, which is why I am not even thinking about changing my beliefs. Although I do not classify myself as a devout Catholic, meaning I do not necessarily believe and follow everything the church says, I still identify myself as a