Who am I? The End.
Part One
Part Two
Alright, after much anticipation, I wrote this today during my time as a German Teacher. Enjoy.
My “us/them” mentality has come asunder as of late. I no longer see myself as a walking confliction of Catholic and Protestant beliefs continually vying for my allegiance. Through conversations and deep inward contemplation I have come to an understanding that faith is not about labeling myself, and being confident in any particular dogma. It’s about living, being, and struggling with the paradox that is grace and growing fond of my ability to relate with God. No denomination can claim to be the sole proprietor of grace and it’s alright that I don’t know who it is that I am. It’s not a curse for me to come from a mixed background any longer, it’s actually a blessing that I have began to embrace. For me, my heritage is that of a Hispanic Catholic. I will embrace this and I will stand against anyone who wishes to demean or demonize either group. Not because I think either is without flaw, but I think it’s a major flaw in our society that supports the notion that in some circumstances we should be ashamed of who we are.
Part Two
Alright, after much anticipation, I wrote this today during my time as a German Teacher. Enjoy.
My “us/them” mentality has come asunder as of late. I no longer see myself as a walking confliction of Catholic and Protestant beliefs continually vying for my allegiance. Through conversations and deep inward contemplation I have come to an understanding that faith is not about labeling myself, and being confident in any particular dogma. It’s about living, being, and struggling with the paradox that is grace and growing fond of my ability to relate with God. No denomination can claim to be the sole proprietor of grace and it’s alright that I don’t know who it is that I am. It’s not a curse for me to come from a mixed background any longer, it’s actually a blessing that I have began to embrace. For me, my heritage is that of a Hispanic Catholic. I will embrace this and I will stand against anyone who wishes to demean or demonize either group. Not because I think either is without flaw, but I think it’s a major flaw in our society that supports the notion that in some circumstances we should be ashamed of who we are.
FINALLY!
WOOHOO!
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