(October 23, 2016 at 2:22 pm)chimp3 Wrote:(October 23, 2016 at 2:19 pm)Catholic_Lady Wrote: He majored in psychology before going on to seminary school and specializes in counseling with children and families going through rough times. As a pastor, this comes as no extra pay from them.I was referring to the priesthood. Not to being a counseler.
He chose to give up a career that would make him lots of money to do what he believes in with all his heart and what he truly thinks will bring great service to others. I get you don't have the same beliefs, but it's a shame you can't appreciate something like that, even on a level of principle.
Incidentally he's actually been told the same condescending remarks by 2 close friends he had growing up. Both of which are atheist.
Part of the priest's job is also to counsel people. That's why I went to a priest when I needed mental help. But that wasn't the point I was making.
"Of course, everyone will claim they respect someone who tries to speak the truth, but in reality, this is a rare quality. Most respect those who speak truths they agree with, and their respect for the speaking only extends as far as their realm of personal agreement. It is less common, almost to the point of becoming a saintly virtue, that someone truly respects and loves the truth seeker, even when their conclusions differ wildly."
-walsh
-walsh
