What are you giving up for Lent?

[58ford]

I got back from New Orleans with it's current Mardi gras fever (The place is insane)
I went to Shoney's here in the 'burg & I actually felt uncomfortable because no one was naked or dressed as a nun, Carmen Miranda, or a giant Viagra pill.
(interesting note: I saw a bottle of what claimed to be "Super" Viagras, while I was looking at it I noticed that if pronounced Via Gras, it would mean "The fat way"....Hmmmm.)

Anyway, here on the eve of Mardi Gras I'm wondering what all of yall are gonna give up for Lent?
I'm not Catholic, but I follow most of the traditions of the church (what could it hurt) Besides, I believe that a period of self-deprivation can build character. For it to count you have to give up something you really like.
Over the years I have given up Seafood, Pork, Television, etc.
This year I'm giving up Manhattens.

[LipsofanAngel]

I actually haven't thought about it this year. I'm not Catholic, but I have "given up" items in the past during this time period. One year I gave up poptarts... it actually was tough for me because before then I ate 2-3 poptarts a day! It cured me of my addiction though, I've only had a few in the years since.

[Mr. Bama]

I'm giving up underwear.:smt118 I'm going commando for lent! :shoot:

[fuzzis]

I'm thinking about giving up myhattiesburg. :smt103 Get some work done on that stupid, STUPID dissertation instead. :smt102

fuzzis

[SoMissTV]

I've decided to give up alcohol.

[Red]

I'm not giving up anything because I'm having too much fun!!!

[LipsofanAngel]

I've decided to give up alcohol.
:smt103 seriously?

[wilebill]

I think I'll give up using the letter V.

[LipsofanAngel]

I think being in grad school means that I've given up having a life... can that count?

[fuzzis]

Why I gotta get groaned for saying I'm thinking about giving up myhattiesburg so I can work on my dissertation and get the hell out of hattiesburg? :smt011

fuzzis

[fuzzis]

I think being in grad school means that I've given up having a life... can that count?

Uhhhhh...no. Besides...you haven't given up having a life. You have a pretty full one. :smt118

fuzzis

[LipsofanAngel]

Uhhhhh...no. Besides...you haven't given up having a life. You have a pretty full one. :smt118

fuzzis
yeah yeah... it just doesn't always feel like it though. I guess I do pretty good for myself considering... My roomate's a recluse... so I definately have more of a life than her!

[IGID]

I know what I'm not giving up.:smt016

[LipsofanAngel]

I know what I'm not giving up.:smt016
well, based on your smilie... I have a pretty good guess what that would be!

[Augustus McRae]

Zorro

[Engelbert Humperdinck]

I'm giving up Peter Pan Peanut butter. I think God would like that.

[EricStratton]

I'm giving up Hate and Animosity....starting Wednesday. Between now and then, however, watch out!

[jmb]

Why I gotta get groaned for saying I'm thinking about giving up myhattiesburg so I can work on my dissertation and get the hell out of hattiesburg? :smt011

fuzzis

I didn't groan you but we'd miss you too much.

[IGID]

Seriously, I'm giving up twice-daily sex.Are you going up or down?

[LipsofanAngel]

Are you going up or down?
maybe both? :smt102

[Hermione]

Y'all, while everyone is having a good time with this thread, I'd just like to mention that Lent is actually a sacred season for some of your friends, and some of these comments are right on the brink of being offensive. I'm not going to groan or neg rep anybody, but I would appreciate a little consideration here.

For fellow Lent observers, some years I take on, rather than give up, things. That can actually be more useful. The purpose of Lent is not deprivation in and of itself, it's "sacrifice" in order to deepen our walk with the Lord in preparation for Easter.

[EricStratton]

Y'all, while everyone is having a good time with this thread, I'd just like to mention that Lent is actually a sacred season for some of your friends, and some of these comments are right on the brink of being offensive. I'm not going to groan or neg rep anybody, but I would appreciate a little consideration here.

For fellow Lent observers, some years I take on, rather than give up, things. That can actually be more useful. The purpose of Lent is not deprivation in and of itself, it's "sacrifice" in order to deepen our walk with the Lord in preparation for Easter.

I know, Herm. I wish some of these people would grow up!:)

[LipsofanAngel]

sorry Hermione... we were just kidding. No offense meant.

[Mr. Bama]

I have no intentions of offending anyone, but I'm kinda like Southpark, I joke about pretty much everything.

[Hermione]

Thanks Lips & Eric -- I know how it is. We get on a roll with something funny and forget what we're really talking about and how it looks to others.

And I've got to go somewhere, so this is all I have to say on the topic for now.

[Engelbert Humperdinck]

I'm giving up Hermione for Lent, hopefully will deepen my spiritual walk along the path of the force. For it is strong with me.
:smt118

[justme]

I am not catholic either, but I think of the season of Lent as a time for self deprivation and spiritual renewal. It is not always giving up something that is a good lenten habit. The addition of something new to your life where you help others is also a good "sacrifice" to make. For instance, working one lunch shift a week at Christian services serving food would be a sacrifice you would make to help others.

I have a terrible terrible addition to starchy food. I am allowing myself one starchy food a day. (as opposed to my almost entire diet consisting of starchy foods) I am also adding to my "what I am giving up" by pledging to tithe appropriately. Not just what I think I can afford to give, but to actually tithe my proper amount. I know that sounds silly, but I don't do it right and I should. This is the season to try to fix that. If I were to tithe correctly many missionaries would receive more funds from my church.

[iheartellisons]

I havn't really totally decided what I'm doing for lent. Every year i try to give up something and add something - I am Catholic and I do take Lent very seriously because when it is over, i do feel better - i know that sounds corny but oh well.....i, like fuzzis, had thought about giving up myhattiesburg.com or limiting my check such as only checking it once a day and staying on for a limit of fifteen minutes. I never realized how addicted I am to checking this site. Since my night classes are going to be ending soon, I am thinking about adding some time (after Mar. 8th) to take my dog out to Long Leaf Trace at least twice a week. I havn't spent much time with him lately and spring is coming up but we shall see....

[LipsofanAngel]

I am not catholic either, but I think of the season of Lent as a time for self deprivation and spiritual renewal. It is not always giving up something that is a good lenten habit. The addition of something new to your life where you help others is also a good "sacrifice" to make. For instance, working one lunch shift a week at Christian services serving food would be a sacrifice you would make to help others.

I have a terrible terrible addition to starchy food. I am allowing myself one starchy food a day. (as opposed to my almost entire diet consisting of starchy foods) I am also adding to my "what I am giving up" by pledging to tithe appropriately. Not just what I think I can afford to give, but to actually tithe my proper amount. I know that sounds silly, but I don't do it right and I should. This is the season to try to fix that. If I were to tithe correctly many missionaries would receive more funds from my church.
I do like the idea of finding an area for you to work on, and not just giving up something for the sake of giving it up.... One year I set aside all my spare money (and then some) so that I could save $ to go on a mission trip to Nicaragua that summer. It's amazing though how God can work through us when we just set aside out own desires occassionally... The week of the trip was one of the most amazing weeks of my life. I haven't put enough thought in it this year, that's why I have yet to decide if/what I'll do.

[Mr. Bama]

I havn't really totally decided what I'm doing for lent. Every year i try to give up something and add something - I am Catholic and I do take Lent very seriously because when it is over, i do feel better - i know that sounds corny but oh well.....i, like fuzzis, had thought about giving up myhattiesburg.com or limiting my check such as only checking it once a day and staying on for a limit of fifteen minutes. I never realized how addicted I am to checking this site. Since my night classes are going to be ending soon, I am thinking about adding some time (after Mar. 8th) to take my dog out to Long Leaf Trace at least twice a week. I havn't spent much time with him lately and spring is coming up but we shall see....

That's a great idea. The past few weekends I've been wanting to take my dog to a park but I've wussed out due to the weather.

[iheartellisons]

I took him yesterday and it was beautiful - even though it was a little chilly he enjoyed it and walking down the trace is peaceful almost. besides, next year im not going to be able to spend as much time with him as i would like bc he could be possibly going to live with my mom for 8 months

[SoMissTV]

:smt103 seriously?

Yes, seriously.

For those with dogs: We should start a myhattiesburg doggie play group. I know my dog is just itching for other friends to play with.

[Mr. Bama]

Yes, seriously.

For those with dogs: We should start a myhattiesburg doggie play group. I know my dog is just itching for other friends to play with.

I'm all up for it.

[iheartellisons]

me too! my dog needs to learn socialization but he is so sweet - he just barks his little head off....he gets along with lucy the other dog in my apartment so its possible!


ooo im so having deja vu right now....very very weird

[wilebill]

Y'all, while everyone is having a good time with this thread, I'd just like to mention that Lent is actually a sacred season for some of your friends, and some of these comments are right on the brink of being offensive. I'm not going to groan or neg rep anybody, but I would appreciate a little consideration here.Pretty much efery Catholic in the world jokes about what they're gifing up for Lent. I don't see anything at all offensife about it.

[iheartellisons]

Pretty much efery Catholic in the world jokes about what they're gifing up for Lent.

i dont...

[wilebill]

i dont...But are you offended by those who do joke about it?

[SoMissTV]

I'm all up for it.

I'm PM'ed Aaron about starting a group. I'll let you know when it's up.

[iheartellisons]

But are you offended by those who do joke about it?

i was somewhat because i take it very seriously, but i also know not to take things on this website too seriously so i cant really get offended....i get more offended when its the joking done in person.....does that make sense?

[dollfus46]

Yes, seriously.

For those with dogs: We should start a myhattiesburg doggie play group. I know my dog is just itching for other friends to play with.

For giving up alcohol, congratulations. As for the doggie play, that's a great thing too. I take Ian to Cleveland Park here in Greenville. They have a nice fenced in play area for dogs, called Canine Corner. 20 dogs in at a time. They provide plastic bags for pooper scoopers and everybody usually leaves a toy such as a ball or something. Great for meeting other dog lovers. You can sit and watch your dog play or go play with him one on one. Wonderful if you have an apt and can't exercise your pup. Also plenty of walking trails to take him on a leash. Greenville, is a dog friendly city.

[iheartellisons]

there should be more of those around...sounds like a great idea

[dollfus46]

Pretty much efery Catholic in the world jokes about what they're gifing up for Lent. I don't see anything at all offensife about it.

Yep, and some Christians are hypocrites. Some aren't good Christians. Doesn't mean you can disrespect all Catholics because a few cuss, cheat on their spouses or eat beef on Friday.

Just because you don't see anything wrong with it makes it okay? I learned that just because I didn't see anything wrong with using the word N***o, didn't make it less offensive to some, so I don't use it anymore, even though I still see nothing wrong with it. I respect the fact that the world isn't centered around me.

[wilebill]

Yep, and some Christians are hypocrites. Some aren't good Christians. Doesn't mean you can disrespect all Catholics because a few cuss, cheat on their spouses or eat beef on Friday.

Just because you don't see anything wrong with it makes it okay? I learned that just because I didn't see anything wrong with using the word N***o, didn't make it less offensive to some, so I don't use it anymore, even though I still see nothing wrong with it. I respect the fact that the world isn't centered around me.Maybe I see it that way because my family's Catholic? You ever consider that? My in-laws are probably some of the most devout Catholics you'll ever meet. Nobody disrepected Catholics or Catholicism, just made a few jokes about what they were giving up. Joking as in not serious.

[Baloo]

I heard that Noway was giving up Hookers.... :smt118

[Mr. Bama]

I heard that Noway was giving up Hookers.... :smt118

I heard fuzziz was giving up feminism ;)

[58ford]

Y'all, while everyone is having a good time with this thread, I'd just like to mention that Lent is actually a sacred season for some of your friends, and some of these comments are right on the brink of being offensive. I'm not going to groan or neg rep anybody, but I would appreciate a little consideration here.

For fellow Lent observers, some years I take on, rather than give up, things. That can actually be more useful. The purpose of Lent is not deprivation in and of itself, it's "sacrifice" in order to deepen our walk with the Lord in preparation for Easter.
I gotta ditto Hermoine here.
I give up something for lent to show an appreciation for what God has done for me.
although I do believe that a period of self deprivation helps us deal with times of real deprivation.
Also, it strengthens our will.

[jmb]

I've never quite understood giving up meat. I understand why it's done, but where is the sacrifice in saying I can't eat meat on Fridays so we go out for catfish or lobster instead?. Or even a good tunafish sandwich. Now if I had to eat bread and water, yeah, that would be a sacrifice. It would be harder for me to be stuck eating a hamburger knowing the local KC Hall had a big fish fry going. JMO

[virgo]

I am Catholic and I will be giving up something for Lent, I just don't know what it is yet. I'll be sure to let you guys know what it is.

I only have two more days to think about it.....

[virgo]

I wish they had regular fish frys (as in not catfish) down here. Up north, every Catholic church has a huge fish fry during Lent and on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday. And lots of restaurants have fish frys every Friday. I think that is one of the biggest things I miss about up north.

(Not that I don't like catfish. I do. It's just not the same to me.)

[iheartellisons]

Maybe I see it that way because my family's Catholic? You ever consider that? My in-laws are probably some of the most devout Catholics you'll ever meet. Nobody disrepected Catholics or Catholicism, just made a few jokes about what they were giving up. Joking as in not serious. thanks

exactly the reason why i do not necessarily take offense bc people are entitled to their own opinion...and this is a website..you cant exactly take anyone seriously on here....like i said before i would be more offended if i heard it in person - i too am a devout Catholic

i knew when i saw this thread that it was not going to remain what it was about...do these thread ever remain what they are about??? hence why i didnt go neg. repping everyone...LOL...i only groaned at bama bc that was my initial reaction to his commando post....and they apologized for coming off as offensive.....


sheesh

[jmb]

I wish they had regular fish frys (as in not catfish) down here. Up north, every Catholic church has a huge fish fry during Lent and on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday. And lots of restaurants have fish frys every Friday. I think that is one of the biggest things I miss about up north.

(Not that I don't like catfish. I do. It's just not the same to me.)

Virgo, I'll eat an extra helping for you this Friday. :)

[iheartellisons]

I wish they had regular fish frys (as in not catfish) down here. Up north, every Catholic church has a huge fish fry during Lent and on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday. And lots of restaurants have fish frys every Friday. I think that is one of the biggest things I miss about up north.

(Not that I don't like catfish. I do. It's just not the same to me.)

St. Thomas has a fish fry every Friday during lent....not sure if it is more than catfish but they do a fish fry.....its really good and fun!

[virgo]

St. Thomas has a fish fry every Friday during lent....not sure if it is more than catfish but they do a fish fry.....its really good and fun!

Maybe I will get to Hattiesburg one Friday during Lent. I'd love to try it!

[wilebill]

I've heard all the Catholic jokes. I've heard the comments about being Mary worshippers, and about Catholic girls, and all that other junk that people say. I'm not the most religious person in the world, but I'm secure enough in my choice of religion that a little ribbing about it doesn't bother me.

And if I want to tell a Catholic joke, I will.

When Ole quit farming, he discovered that he was the only Lutheran in his new little town of Catholics. That was okay, but the neighbors had a problem with his barbequing beef every Friday. Since they couldn't eat meat on Friday, the tempting aroma was getting the best of them. Hoping they could do something to stop this, the neighbors got together and went over to talk to Ole. "Ole," they said, "since you are the only Lutheran in this whole town and there's not a Lutheran church for many miles, we think you should join our church and become a Catholic." Ole thought about it for a minute and decided they were probably right. Ole talked to the priest, and they arranged it.

The big day came and the priest had Ole kneel. He put his hand on Ole's head and said, "Ole, you were born a Lutheran, you were raised a Lutheran, and now," he said as he sprinkled some incense over Ole's head, "now you are a Catholic!"

Ole was happy and the neighbors were happy. But the following Friday evening at suppertime, there was again the aroma of grilled beef coming from Ole's yard. The neighbors went to talk to him about this and as they approached the fence, they heard Ole saying to the steak: "You were born a beef, you were raised a beef", and as he sprinkled salt over the meat he said, "and NOW you are a FISH!"

[endofthetrail]

I wish they had regular fish frys (as in not catfish) down here. Up north, every Catholic church has a huge fish fry during Lent and on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday. And lots of restaurants have fish frys every Friday. I think that is one of the biggest things I miss about up north.

(Not that I don't like catfish. I do. It's just not the same to me.)
Know what you mean. When I lived outside Wheeling,W.Va. there was a place downtown that had fish sandwiches that was a type of whitefish put between two pieces of bread. They always had a line at lunch time.

[Baloo]

Sorry guys, I didn't read Hermione's post before posting on this thread and certainly did not mean to offend anyone...

I do understand and agree with the sacred traditions and did not mean to take away from them by being silly... Again, I appolgize to anyone whom I may have offended...

[Augustus McRae]

With all due respect, my post was dead serious!


Y'all, while everyone is having a good time with this thread, I'd just like to mention that Lent is actually a sacred season for some of your friends, and some of these comments are right on the brink of being offensive. I'm not going to groan or neg rep anybody, but I would appreciate a little consideration here.

For fellow Lent observers, some years I take on, rather than give up, things. That can actually be more useful. The purpose of Lent is not deprivation in and of itself, it's "sacrifice" in order to deepen our walk with the Lord in preparation for Easter.

[dollfus46]

Maybe I see it that way because my family's Catholic? You ever consider that? My in-laws are probably some of the most devout Catholics you'll ever meet. Nobody disrepected Catholics or Catholicism, just made a few jokes about what they were giving up. Joking as in not serious.

Makes no difference if your family is Catholic. So was my Father and Grandmother. You'll find the Dollfus name in Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Hattiesburg. Some Christians like to tell jokes about Jesus that offends many. Fact is it offends some, so you just go ahead. You've been told nicely that it is offensive to some. You have the choice to respect others or be a totally self centered jackass.

[Mr. Bama]

Makes no difference if your family is Catholic. So was my Father and Grandmother. You'll find the Dollfus name in Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Hattiesburg. Some Christians like to tell jokes about Jesus that offends many. Fact is it offends some, so you just go ahead. You've been told nicely that it is offensive to some. You have the choice to respect others or be a totally self centered jackass.

You are more than welcome to get off your horse and come hang out with the rest of us again.

[dollfus46]

I've heard all the Catholic jokes. I've heard the comments about being Mary worshippers, and about Catholic girls, and all that other junk that people say. I'm not the most religious person in the world, but I'm secure enough in my choice of religion that a little ribbing about it doesn't bother me.

And if I want to tell a Catholic joke, I will.

Either you don't get it or you don't care. Would you defend me if I said I'd heard all the N_ _ _ _ _ jokes and if I want to tell a N _ _ _ _ _ joke I will? Or I'd heard all the Queer jokes and if I want to tell a joke about a queer, I will? Polish joke? Italian joke? I have a good Lent joke I was going to throw out, but it's offensive to some, so I won't. I'm Protestant so I don't give up anything for Lent. Why should I care if some here are offended? I should and do. We argue a lot about things but to intentionally offend is not something I'm willing to do.

[Mr. Bama]

Either you don't get it or you don't care. Would you defend me if I said I'd heard all the N_ _ _ _ _ jokes and if I want to tell a N _ _ _ _ _ joke I will? Or I'd heard all the Queer jokes and if I want to tell a joke about a queer, I will? Polish joke? Italian joke? I have a good Lent joke I was going to throw out, but it's offensive to some, so I won't. I'm Protestant so I don't give up anything for Lent. Why should I care if some here are offended? I should and do. We argue a lot about things but to intentionally offend is not something I'm willing to do.

NO ONE said they were offended. I think what was said was to be careful of offending someone. Then we ALL said we weren't here to offend anyone. PLEASE if SOMEONE is offended, then step up and say so and we'll shut up.

[Augustus McRae]

I don't mean to be a horse's ass, but I think Dfus has said about 10 times pretty clearly that he IS offended, you think?


NO ONE said they were offended. I think what was said was to be careful of offending someone. Then we ALL said we weren't here to offend anyone. PLEASE if SOMEONE is offended, then step up and say so and we'll shut up.

[Mr. Bama]

I don't mean to be a horse's ass, but I think Dfus has said about 10 times pretty clearly that he IS offended, you think?

I have a good Lent joke I was going to throw out, but it's offensive to some, so I won't. I'm Protestant so I don't give up anything for Lent.

Doesn't look too offended to me

[Augustus McRae]

Is this really Zorro or Conveyor Belt????



Doesn't look too offended to me

[iheartellisons]

wow - so i wonder if this will be the thread when someone finally realizes not to bring up ANYTHING to do with religion????

[wilebill]

I don't mean to be a horse's ass, but I think Dfus has said about 10 times pretty clearly that he IS offended, you think?He's not offended. He just likes to point out what he thinks are hypocrisies and has been itching to get at me. But his comparisons to his use of the N word and what I'm saying are not even close to being the same. He just can't figure that out, though.

[58ford]

I started a nice innocent little thread for folks to shared their Lenten pledges & here everybody is getting pissy.
Chill out. Everybody jokes a little about Lent. When I was going to Sacred heart Elementary, back in the '70s, I asked one of the nuns what she was giving up.
She looked at me straight faced & replied, "The milk of human kindness."

[SoMissTV]

You have the choice to respect others or be a totally self centered jackass.

Your use of language has offended me. You should revise your post to suit my wishes.

[Mr. Bama]

wow - so i wonder if this will be the thread when someone finally realizes not to bring up ANYTHING to do with religion????

I learned my lesson, I'm touching any subject on religion or politics on here ever ever ever again. I want everyone to be happy and have a good time, not be offended and pissed off.

[jmb]

Are blonde jokes off-limits too?

[wilebill]

I started a nice innocent little thread for folks to shared their Lenten pledges & here everybody is getting pissy.
Chill out. Everybody jokes a little about Lent. When I was going to Sacred heart Elementary, back in the '70s, I asked one of the nuns what she was giving up.
She looked at me straight faced & replied, "The milk of human kindness."I've heard priests and nuns make little jokes about this, too. It's not like somebody's making fun of God or the religion itself, it's about making fun of human choices.

Some people take themselves way too seriously.

[Fish-Bait]

I think i will give up catfish....
i was gonna post this in the joke forum but for some reason i just couldn't.
This is not intended to be offensive in any way.


Once upon a time in southwest Louisiana lived a man named Boudreaux.
Boudreaux was born and raised in the Baptist religion. (insert any other religion in the place of Baptist if need be)
Well, Boudreaux was the only Baptist living in his neighborhood, he was totally surrounded by Catholics.

Every Friday, and I mean every Friday Boudreaux would fire up the Barbecue grill and cook him a big slab of venison steak.
During Lent the Catholics would complain amongst themselves about how hard it was to keep from wanting to cook one too, after all the smell was just drifting with the wind and man did it smell good!!!!

After a couple of years of this, the neighborhood had had enough.
They asked their priest what to do.
The priest said that he was gonna go and talk to him about the situation.

after a lengthy conversation the priest talked Boudreaux into becoming a Catholic. Boudreaux attended all classes and was ready to be Baptised a Catholic.
Ther stood Boudreaux up next to the podium, the Priest says "Boudreaux, u's born a Baptist (Priest sprinkles Holy water on him), raised a Baptist, (Priest sprinkles more Holy water on him) BUT NOW U'S A CATHOLIC!!!
Boudreaux was so proud!!!

well, Lent rolled around again.....yep, Friday evening...there came the smell through the neighborhood, VENISON STEAK!!!! The neighbors went and got the Priest...They were all furious....they took off to Boudreaux's house steaming mad!!!!!!!........And there stood Boudreaux, with Holy water in hand...and saying "Mr. Deer, u's born a Deer(sprinkle of Holy water), u's raised a Deer (sprinkle of Holy water) BUT NOW U'S A CATFISH!!!!!!!

So I think i will give up Catfish

[dollfus46]

NO ONE said they were offended. I think what was said was to be careful of offending someone. Then we ALL said we weren't here to offend anyone. PLEASE if SOMEONE is offended, then step up and say so and we'll shut up.

I think Hermione's post #22 and IHeart's #41 give me enough hint to back off. No, I'm not offended. I said I wasn't. I have a great Lent joke but in respect for those who are very serious about it, I choose not to tell it here and risk offending Hermione and IHeart and those who may not post here but read the posts and be offended. You juveniles can poke fun at my opinion and others who share it, all you like. As for me, I choose to respect others feelings, especially as it pertains to religion and race. And now, I've said all I'm going to say on the matter.

[Augustus McRae]

Bill, Bill, Bill......you honestly thought it was all about 'you'....Bill, Bill, Bill....


He's not offended. He just likes to point out what he thinks are hypocrisies and has been itching to get at me. But his comparisons to his use of the N word and what I'm saying are not even close to being the same. He just can't figure that out, though.

[dollfus46]

wow - so i wonder if this will be the thread when someone finally realizes not to bring up ANYTHING to do with religion????


We just aren't that smart.:smt119 We continue to do it on abortion, religion, and freedom of speech. It then becomes a blood bath. But what are you giving up for Lent is an interesting topic, I think. But apparently we aren't adult enough to deal with it as adults.

[wilebill]

Bill, Bill, Bill......you honestly thought it was all about 'you'....Bill, Bill, Bill....His post #62 in this thread tells me otherwise. It's a little before your time, but yeah, we had a falling out about that issue. I didn't think he held a grudge, but apparently he does.

[Hermione]

You know guys, if you go back to the beginning of this thread, what started out to be a good thread about Lent, like 58Ford said, started to get kinda raunchy. I made my comment that some of the comments were on the verge of becoming offensive. I never said they WERE offensive, just that was the trend I saw, and thought I would remark on it. I never asked anyone to stop commenting or not to make jokes, I just asked for a little awareness of what we were talking about. FWIW, the steak and fish joke was funny (both times). Now people are saying we shouldn't EVER talk or joke about religion or politics, and frankly that seems like an overreaction.

By the way, I'm not Catholic. I'm Anglican (Episcopal). It's been a very rough day for us as the Anglican leaders around the world have been meeting and lots of hard decisions and unhappy people are the result. I've been glued to my computer since the weekend following that situation, so I'm tired, a little sick, and a lot grumpy. I'm sorry if anybody read my earlier post the wrong way.

[Augustus McRae]

He evidently knows how to push your buttons, then - if "you" say this is all about "you" - who am I to question!




His post #62 in this thread tells me otherwise. It's a little before your time, but yeah, we had a falling out about that issue. I didn't think he held a grudge, but apparently he does.

[Augustus McRae]

Relax, Hermi - it was all about Wilebill....


You know guys, if you go back to the beginning of this thread, what started out to be a good thread about Lent, like 58Ford said, started to get kinda raunchy. I made my comment that some of the comments were on the verge of becoming offensive. I never said they WERE offensive, just that was the trend I saw, and thought I would remark on it. I never asked anyone to stop commenting or not to make jokes, I just asked for a little awareness of what we were talking about. FWIW, the steak and fish joke was funny (both times). Now people are saying we shouldn't EVER talk or joke about religion or politics, and frankly that seems like an overreaction.

By the way, I'm not Catholic. I'm Anglican (Episcopal). It's been a very rough day for us as the Anglican leaders around the world have been meeting and lots of hard decisions and unhappy people are the result. I've been glued to my computer since the weekend following that situation, so I'm tired, a little sick, and a lot grumpy. I'm sorry if anybody read my earlier post the wrong way.

[wilebill]

He evidently knows how to push your buttons, then - if "you" say this is all about "you" - who am I to question!
I never said it was "all" about me. I'm not that important, nor do I think I am. But yeah, his objection to me making a joke in this topic was about our little tiff back then. Why would he bring up the very thing that we argued about months ago? He's trying to compare this issue with that one, and they're not even in the same league. He's trying to paint me as hypocritical, and it ain't flying.

[Augustus McRae]

Alrighty...


I never said it was "all" about me. I'm not that important, nor do I think I am. But yeah, his objection to me making a joke in this topic was about our little tiff back then. Why would he bring up the very thing that we argued about months ago? He's trying to compare this issue with that one, and they're not even in the same league. He's trying to paint me as hypocritical, and it ain't flying.

[Fish-Bait]

i see i missed wilebills post # 56 takes me too long to type!!!!!!!

[wilebill]

You know guys, if you go back to the beginning of this thread, what started out to be a good thread about Lent, like 58Ford said, started to get kinda raunchy. I made my comment that some of the comments were on the verge of becoming offensive. I never said they WERE offensive, just that was the trend I saw, and thought I would remark on it. I never asked anyone to stop commenting or not to make jokes, I just asked for a little awareness of what we were talking about. FWIW, the steak and fish joke was funny (both times). Now people are saying we shouldn't EVER talk or joke about religion or politics, and frankly that seems like an overreaction.
So you're saying that dolfus overreacted, but you thanked him for it?

[Augustus McRae]

Bill, Bill, Bill......"..it ain't flyin'...", remember?


So you're saying that dolfus overreacted, but you thanked him for it?

[LipsofanAngel]

sooo uhhh... I think I might read my Bible every day for Lent. It's adding something, not giving up.. well, except a little of my time each day. :smt102

just tryin to get back on topic here :) :smt118

[Augustus McRae]

You "sobered" us and reminded us, Lips. We ought to all say a resounding "Amen" and "thank you!"

Happy Lent!


sooo uhhh... I think I might read my Bible every day for Lent. It's adding something, not giving up.. well, except a little of my time each day. :smt102

just tryin to get back on topic here :) :smt118

[LipsofanAngel]

You "sobered" us and reminded us, Lips. We ought to all say a resounding "Amen" and "thank you!"

Happy Lent!
haha, don't worry... not much of what I do promotes sobriety :smt118

but hey, whatever works for you! :)

[iheartellisons]

now i know why this part of the forum is called "off-topic"....lol...you never know what you will find

[carsalesguy]

I wish they had regular fish frys (as in not catfish) down here. Up north, every Catholic church has a huge fish fry during Lent and on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday. And lots of restaurants have fish frys every Friday. I think that is one of the biggest things I miss about up north.

(Not that I don't like catfish. I do. It's just not the same to me.)

they are having them after the stations of the cross @ Sacred Heart, per the bullitin:

Starts Fri. at the Parish Life Center from 6:00 pm through 7:30 pm for $6.00 which includes a beverage. Eat in or Take out. Please attend the Stations of the Cross and then stop by for some good food and fellowship. This activity is sponsored by the Knights of Columbus and benefits the education of Seminarians in the Biloxi Diocese. Discount coupons will be sold at the door (6 dinners for $30.00).


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Makes no difference if your family is Catholic. So was my Father and Grandmother. You'll find the Dollfus name in Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Hattiesburg. Some Christians like to tell jokes about Jesus that offends many. Fact is it offends some, so you just go ahead. You've been told nicely that it is offensive to some. You have the choice to respect others or be a totally self centered jackass.


i saw it sunday while i was doing my wondering around the church saying hi to everyone----i'll have to take a pic of it for you.

for you catholics and non-catholics wishing to participate, the schedule for ash wednesday and the rest of lent is as follows:

<big>Ash Wednesday </big> <table style="text-align: left; width: 60%; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="2"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="vertical-align: top;">Holy Rosary
</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">Sacred Heart
</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">St. Thomas
</td> </tr> <tr> <td style="vertical-align: top;">6:30 AM
</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">8:15 AM
</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">12:00 noon
</td> </tr> <tr> <td style="vertical-align: top;">
</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">9:30 AM
</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">5:00 PM
</td> </tr> <tr> <td style="vertical-align: top;">
</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">12:00 PM
</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">7:00 PM
</td> </tr> <tr> <td style="vertical-align: top;">
</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">6:00 PM
</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">
</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <big> Lenten Weekday Masses </big> <table style="width: 90%; text-align: left; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="2"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="vertical-align: top;">
</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">Holy Rosary
</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">Sacred Heart
</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">St. Thomas
</td> </tr> <tr> <td style="vertical-align: top;">Mon.
</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">6:30 AM
</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">8:15 AM
</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">5:30 PM
</td> </tr> <tr> <td style="vertical-align: top;">Tue.
</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">6:30 AM</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">12:00 noon
</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">8:15 AM</td> </tr> <tr> <td style="vertical-align: top;">Wed.
</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">6:30 AM</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">8:15 AM & 9:30 AM</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">6:00 PM
</td> </tr> <tr> <td style="vertical-align: top;">Thu.
</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">6:30 AM</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">9:30 AM</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">12:00 noon</td> </tr> <tr> <td style="vertical-align: top;">Fri.
</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">6:30 AM</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">
</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">8:15AM</td> </tr> <tr> <td style="vertical-align: top;">Sat.
</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">8:30 AM
</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">
</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">
</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <!-- <big>
Communion Service/Liturgy of the Hours</big>
Sacred Heart Tuesday 6:00 PM

--> <big>Stations of the Cross</big>
<table style="width: 60%; text-align: left; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" border="0"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="vertical-align: top;">Sacred Heart
</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">Friday
</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">5:30 PM
</td> </tr> <tr> <td style="vertical-align: top;">St. Thomas
</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">Friday
</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">5:30 PM
</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> Live Stations of the Cross - Good Friday 8:00 PM - Sacred Heart & St. Thomas
<big>
Eucharistic Adoration</big>
Mon. Sacred Heart 9:00 AM-1:00 PM & St. Thomas 2:00 PM-10:00 PM

Fish Fry
Fridays 6:00PM-7:30PM Sacred Heart & St. Thomas
Eat in or to go.
<small>Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus in aid of the Priest Education Fund.</small>


the mass at 6:00 at Sacred Heart will probably be bi-lingual. they did announce it sunday that they will invite the Hispanic community to join the rest of the church at that time. should be interesting.

as for everything else on this thread, I'm probably as catholic as it comes. heck, my uncle is Jesus!

i've heard every joke, and heard every excuse. i'm not perfect, and have forgotten to not eat meats on friday. BTW, ash wednesday and friday's are days of fast- 1 whole meal.

it's a time to remember what Jesus did for us and to prepare for easter.

if you wish to give up something, do it because you want to, not because the priest or your momma said that it was the proper thing to do. i don't give anything up for lent, but rather try to do something extra, like make sure someone gets to church who can't drive, or helping down at st. vincent de paul (whom could use some more younger people to help on wednesdays, and is very rewarding, and your not involving yourself in some mt. carmel politics). some of those people have been doing it for over 30 years, and they are worried that nobody younger is going to help, and i go over there and help as much as i can.

so while everyone gets your panties and a wad because joe said something to jim to offend rob, remember what exactly is the real reason for why lent is here. and remember what easter is. and christmas for that matter if you want to look at the big picture. instead of posing an opinion about how you were offended, why not say a prayer for the person that offended you and keep on your day?

[iheartellisons]

<big>Ash Wednesday </big> <table style="text-align: left; width: 60%; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="2"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="vertical-align: top;">Holy Rosary
</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">Sacred Heart
</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">St. Thomas
</td> </tr> <tr> <td style="vertical-align: top;">6:30 AM
</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">8:15 AM
</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">12:00 noon
</td> </tr> <tr> <td style="vertical-align: top;">
</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">9:30 AM
</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">5:00 PM
</td> </tr> <tr> <td style="vertical-align: top;">
</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">12:00 PM
</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">7:00 PM
</td> </tr> <tr> <td style="vertical-align: top;">
</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">6:00 PM
</td> <td style="vertical-align: top;">
</td> </tr> </tbody> </table>


there isnt an 8 am at St. Thomas on Wed?? i thought Fr. Tommy mentioned there was but i could be wrong...i cant rem. now....but anyways thanks bc i so would have shown up at St. Thomas at 8 am Wed morning!

[Hermione]

For non-Catholics, Ascension is having sung Vespers (Evening Prayer) every Wednesday in Lent, at 6:30. We're not saying Stations of the Cross as a group this year, but the stations are in the church if anyone wants to say them privately. Ascension is at 37th and Arlington Loop, about two blocks behind Corner Market.

[carsalesguy]

For non-Catholics, Ascension is having sung Vespers (Evening Prayer) every Wednesday in Lent, at 6:30. We're not saying Stations of the Cross as a group this year, but the stations are in the church if anyone wants to say them privately. Ascension is at 37th and Arlington Loop, about two blocks behind Corner Market.

thanks hermione-

just a note- all catholics (practicing and non-practicing) are invited to our services, as i'm sure all practicing and non-practicing Episcopalians are invited to ascension.

please, everyone, try to make it to at least one type of service. maybe it will help you spiritually and mentally for the comming of easter. heck, even if you are yearing to find a "church home" maybe this could be a signal for you to attend and believe with someone like yourself.

i do also urge everyone that you are more than welcome to participate in ash wed. services at sacred heart. you may not be a catholic and not be able to participate in communion, but you may still pray and be part of the ashes services.

[Baloo]

Thanks for bringing this thread full circle Carsalesguys... I apprectiate the information along with all of the other "positive" posts on this thread....

[carsalesguy]

there isnt an 8 am at St. Thomas on Wed?? i thought Fr. Tommy mentioned there was but i could be wrong...i cant rem. now....but anyways thanks bc i so would have shown up at St. Thomas at 8 am Wed morning!


well, we all see now who pays attention in church

[iheartellisons]

well, we all see now who pays attention in church

hey now i pay attention!!! i just have the memory of a goldfish thank you very much!!!

[firefly]

Hey, Lips! I just sent you a PM!:)

[Mojo Daddy-O]

This is another tough topic for me. I grew up Catholic and then my family and I left the RCC for a more protestant faith. My counselor was a Baptist minister who spent 40 years of his life as a Catholic priest. I have very tough issues that I still grapple with concerning my former beliefs.

On a lighter note, when I used to manage the frozen food department of a local grocery store, I always cleaned out my frozen fish stick backstock around lent. :)

[justme]

thanks hermione-

just a note- all catholics (practicing and non-practicing) are invited to our services, as i'm sure all practicing and non-practicing Episcopalians are invited to ascension.

please, everyone, try to make it to at least one type of service. maybe it will help you spiritually and mentally for the comming of easter. heck, even if you are yearing to find a "church home" maybe this could be a signal for you to attend and believe with someone like yourself.

i do also urge everyone that you are more than welcome to participate in ash wed. services at sacred heart. you may not be a catholic and not be able to participate in communion, but you may still pray and be part of the ashes services.

So- this is interesting. My child goes to sacred heart, we are methodist. I take this season very seriously as well as the time of advent prior to Christmas. I was not aware that I could go to mass with him Wed. am and receive ashes- thought you had to be catholic to do that. They have a mass at 930 for the whole school. that might be why there is not an 8 am mass.

[Augustus McRae]

Sacred Heart is a warm and welcoming congregation, and I know they would be happy for you to take part in the receiving of the ashes. On a similar note, I know many of the United Methodist (low Catholics, in fact) Churches in the area will likely have "Ash Wednesday" services tonight. Anyone is welcome in the United Methodist Church to take place in full communion and the receipt of ashes. That might be a good opportunity for ALL of us searching people to experience that special day.

So- this is interesting. My child goes to sacred heart, we are methodist. I take this season very seriously as well as the time of advent prior to Christmas. I was not aware that I could go to mass with him Wed. am and receive ashes- thought you had to be catholic to do that. They have a mass at 930 for the whole school. that might be why there is not an 8 am mass.

[citygirl]

Please don't blast me! This is an honest question to all. If something offends you why keep reading it? There are plenty of other threads to be read. I know when I signed on this morning, after being gone all weekend, there were over 2400 posts. I'll never get to them all. I know this is off topic, but just curious.

Now to get back on topic, and I'm not quoting here because I don't know the verse verbatium (sp). But the scripture that comes to mind (and I'm sure there is someone out there that can help me out alittle bit) is the one that says, Wash your face and comb your hair. What ever your sacrifice is, you're not to boast it. Don't be all poor pitiful me, I can't have ___?___ until lent is over, I can't do this and I can't do that because I gave it up for lent.