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Can I go to another church? - Episode 21 Trust in God Podcast

Parish Hopping vs. Discipleship: Finding Your Spiritual Home (Ep. 21) Welcome back to Episode 21 of the Trusting God Podcast! Today, we're honored to host Father Mike McKinney, a seasoned priest celebrating 32 years of ministry, to discuss a topic many Catholics grapple with: the importance of our parish community and the challenges of "church shopping." In this candid conversation, we explore: The Reality of Pastoral Change: How new priests and consolidated parishes affect parishioners, and the "feeling out" period that often ensues. What Defines a Parish? Beyond convenience, we dive into the canonical definition and the spiritual necessity of a stable, geographical community. The Trap of Consumerism: Are we treating our parishes like grocery stores, looking for the "best fit" or most convenient schedule, rather than seeking Jesus? Making Sacrifices for Faith: Why true commitment to God and community often means letting go of convenience and personal preferences. When Is It Okay to Leave? Discerning legitimate reasons for a parish change versus snap decisions based on style, personality, or minor annoyances. The Pains of Transition: Understanding the grief that can come with parish changes and the importance of patience – both from priests and parishioners. Beyond the "Pew Potato": Why active engagement and a living relationship with your parish family is vital for spiritual growth. The Church as the "Bark of Salvation": A powerful ancient image reminding us of the parish's role in our journey to heaven. Unity in Ministry: A candid look at how priests collaborate and support each other across parish lines, dispelling myths about "fighting over people." This episode challenges us to reflect on our relationship with our local church and offers profound insights into building a vibrant, faith-filled community. YouTube Chapters 0:00 Introduction: Welcome Father Mike & The Challenge of Parish Transitions 1:09 The "Feeling Out" Period: New Priests, Parishioners, and "Groupies" 3:57 What is a Parish? Beyond Convenience to Canonical Definition and Community 6:45 The New Reality: Less Convenience, More Commitment 10:15 The Problem with "Church Shopping": Is it About Schedule or Jesus? 13:23 When Changing Parishes Might Be Understandable (and When it's Not) 17:06 The "Jesus Conversation": Discerning a Parish Move with Prayer 18:56 The Importance of Continuity: Why Stability in Preaching Matters 20:34 Grieving Change: Patience for People in Pastoral Transitions 22:40 First Impressions & Facades: Sticking it Out to See the Priestly Heart 27:00 The Goal: Relationship with God, Priest, and Community (Not Just a Show) 28:44 The "Bad First Impression" Homily & Being Called Where You're Needed 31:41 Beyond the "Pew Potato": Active Engagement in Parish Life 33:08 Everyone's Role: Building God's Kingdom (Not Just the Clergy) 34:10 "My Couple": Connecting Deeply with Your Parish Family 35:55 Grounded in Faith: The Parish as a Vehicle for Salvation 38:18 Don't Rely on the Church Only on Bad Days: Live Fully in Grace 39:48 Priests Don't "Fight" Over People: Unity in Mission 41:17 Finding Your Parish: The Importance of Location and God's Will 42:59 Immigrants, Lifelong Parishioners & "Our People": One Family in Christ 44:04 Beyond Personalities: When Annoyance Becomes an Obstacle to Faith 44:49 Baptisms During Mass: Reinforcing Parish as a Spiritual Family 46:00 Conclusion & Closing Prayer: Patience, Discernment, and Trusting God For more information about St. Michael the Archangel Pastorate, visit: 🌐 Website: https://stmichaelpastorate.org/ 📱 Facebook (St. Augustine, Rensselaer):   / staugustinerensselaer   📱 Facebook (Sacred Heart, Remington):   / sacredheartremington   📷 Instagram:   / stmichaelpastorate   🎥 YouTube:    / @st.michaelthearchangelpast999   🟣 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... 🟢 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7f6OQsJ... We’re excited to grow with you!