Not sure where to put this but I think Catholics and non-Catholics have a barrier.

[MedicBravo]

So? Me being "childish" is your opinion.
Okay, just forget it, you are obviously right and I am wrong, because thats the only way you are willing to see it. - Never stated anything of the sort. I've learned a lot about them over the years.
B/c of that I know I am right by NOT being a Catholic and in pointing out what they have done and are still doing wrong why are you so defensive?
The current "Pope" should've been removed and another one who will NOT compromise God for anyone should be in that position.

 

[Andyindauk]

I probably fall under a Baptist but I don't think group or labels largely relevant. You either follow all of God or not at all.
Our group(s) (non-Catholics) believe/know we are saved by God's Grace; given freely by Him. We are NOT, repeat NOT N O T saved by works, actions, checklists, etc.
Catholics believe in purgatory. No scriptural evidence.
Rosary. No scriptural evidence for, instructions to make, or how to use it.
Church Calisthenics. Stand. Sit. Kneel. Pray. Sit. Kneel. etc. variations. Again, no scriptural evidence.
Repeated "re-enactment" of Mass as if His Death and Resurrection the first and only time wasn't good enough.
Lent?
The idea that another flawed sinner can "forgive sins" when only God can.
Instructions for costly clothing for those priests and expensive, elaborate "churches" and "relics". Again, no instructions. No commandments. Nothing.
Over the years I've yet to meet and have any Catholic explain these with scriptural evidence and from their governing authority and the latest Pope has been cherry picking and "changing" things.
Last I checked no one has the authority to change what God has said.

Yes, there's some big differences between Catholics and Protestants. I grew up in a church that believed that it was not possible for a Catholic to go to Heaven. But when you think about it, to me, the Catholic denomination passes the test in 1 John 4:2-3. So maybe there's more that unites us than divides us. What do other think?

 

[Brad Huber]

So? Me being "childish" is your opinion.
Okay, just forget it, you are obviously right and I am wrong, because thats the only way you are willing to see it. - Never stated anything of the sort. I've learned a lot about them over the years.
B/c of that I know I am right by NOT being a Catholic and in pointing out what they have done and are still doing wrong why are you so defensive?
The current "Pope" should've been removed and another one who will NOT compromise God for anyone should be in that position.

To point out what they do wrong is okay, and I am not roman catholic either, and I am not defensive, its just that you are anti one church branch almost exclusively, yeah, they are so messed up that they are about to split, and the current pope is on the wrong side. Popes are chosen by cardinals, not sure how cardinals are picked, dont know that, but the cardinals have been corrupted enough to pick some bad popes over the years, the current one for sure is pretty bad. It is the biggest denomination of christians currently on the planet and corruption always moves the most, in circles of power, so its not surprising that its there. But there are truly faithful christians in the catholic church, not in most of the current leadership, but they are there. You are acting like elijah when he felt like he was the only one left who loved God, only in this case instead of just you, you include "some" protestants. Just as God told elijah that there were thousands more, I tell you that there are faithful amidst many faiths that have serious issues. And God wants them there so that his wrath wont fall upon the whole branch of that church, only when He calls them all out, the faithful that is, that the hammer will fall on that branch and it will be cut off, but you are like someone who knows exactly when to prune those branches off the tree, no compassion for those lost, at least thats what my spirit tells me.

 

[MedicBravo]

Yes, there's some big differences between Catholics and Protestants. I grew up in a church that believed that it was not possible for a Catholic to go to Heaven. But when you think about it, to me, the Catholic denomination passes the test in 1 John 4:2-3. So maybe there's more that unites us than divides us. What do other think?

I think, the biggest problem in Catholicism, is the belief in Tradition and this repeated Mass thing.
Jesus' death is one of the core things in Christianity. I've had Communion before but not at the frequency you guys keep the company who makes them in business.
The churches I've gone to all have done mostly the same things and they make sense:
1. Standing when reading God's word especially when Jesus spoke BUT at the beginning of the day's lesson and a final time which usually leads to final prayer. A good preacher won't just read but will elaborate and give additional info. Author of the boo, time, place, original words and so on.
2. Note of holy days even if we're not going to be in church.
3. Topics which most churches avoid as not to "offend" people.
4. Singing and worship with music.
5. Call to accept God and baptism if one has asked.

I've looked at the various different denominations with an unbiased POV and Catholicism stands out as the one doing the most wrong. I've only listed few and not by my opinion but God and the Bible. Not one Catholic has given an answer or scriptural evidence for these. The excuse, which it is, is "tradition" of which only a few have given.
Works do not save. Traditions do not save. They are not commanded either. No person has the authority to add to God's word or to forgive sins. Only Jesus while he was here could do that; not passed down from pope to pope to pope to whom would give it to "priests".

 

[MedicBravo]

To point out what they do wrong is okay, and I am not roman catholic either, and I am not defensive, its just that you are anti one church branch almost exclusively, yeah, they are so messed up that they are about to split, and the current pope is on the wrong side. Popes are chosen by cardinals, not sure how cardinals are picked, dont know that, but the cardinals have been corrupted enough to pick some bad popes over the years, the current one for sure is pretty bad. It is the biggest denomination of christians currently on the planet and corruption always moves the most, in circles of power, so its not surprising that its there. But there are truly faithful christians in the catholic church, not in most of the current leadership, but they are there. You are acting like elijah when he felt like he was the only one left who loved God, only in this case instead of just you, you include "some" protestants. Just as God told elijah that there were thousands more, I tell you that there are faithful amidst many faiths that have serious issues. And God wants them there so that his wrath wont fall upon the whole branch of that church, only when He calls them all out, the faithful that is, that the hammer will fall on that branch and it will be cut off, but you are like someone who knows exactly when to prune those branches off the tree, no compassion for those lost, at least thats what my spirit tells me.

you are anti one church branch almost exclusively - No. You don't know me and this post is only about them vs the rest of us. The topic is already flawed b/c we're just reading text not an in person group discussion. I'm sure you'd agree that covering every denomination in an in-person group would take a long time.
This isn't about how the Pope is chosen but what the latest ones have been doing and yet they let him going on doing things clearly not in scripture.

It is the biggest denomination of christians currently on the planet and corruption always moves the most,

Very true. This is a good tactic almost anywhere. If you take out the weak, the rest take notice and have time to react. If you take out the strongest group the rest fall easier. Satan knows what he is doing.

You are acting like elijah when he felt like he was the only one left who loved God

Not at all. Don't start making assumption. In every group I know there are a lot of people who feel torn b/c they don't think they can say or do anything. They live with a fire and passion for God and yet their church pastor/leader or Pope in this case is clearly doing wrong. I highly doubt they can stroll up to the Vatican and pop in for a chat.
I do know "The way is narrow and few will find it." is true and more are seeing this.
The anti/black Pope is in prophesy and it may/may not be him so fixing that isn't going to happen.
You're right in that it is the largest group and with a figurehead it is the most in the world's view.
The Methodists (I think) recently had 26-ish churches leave over some disagreement over the Alphabet people. They can't use "Methodist" in the name of their church anymore.

but you are like someone who knows exactly when to prune those branches off the tree, no compassion for those lost, at least thats what my spirit tells me.

That's where you're wrong. Until you or someone else can provide scriptural evidence for things they're clearly doing wrong and with someone in a position both in and out of that group, then this is an opinion.
"your spirit"? Not the Holy Spirit I can assure you.
You assume again I have no compassion. I have empathy for them but if they do not act then that's on them.

 

[EverlastingWinter]

I have been writing other statements for this thread but I must point out this does not seem a discussion of .. their is a split. More like, the Catholic church is wrong and MY church is right. Be better, I will try help but your discussion has become accusations on how terrible the Catholic Church is.

 

[MedicBravo]

I have been writing other statements for this thread but I must point out this does not seem a discussion of .. their is a split. More like, the Catholic church is wrong and MY church is right. Be better, I will try help but your discussion has become accusations on how terrible the Catholic Church is.

That's where you're wrong.

[/QUOTE]
Again, you're misunderstanding.
I've not claimed to be part of any denomination but what I would likely fall under. Being part of and similar to are not the same.
God has said what is Good and Evil; Right vs Wrong. There are many things we are commanded to do but the few I've listed, NONE are in the Bible.
Seems you are upset when people call the CC out on this. They haven't given scriptural evidence nor can you.
Unless you can prove it then you've no stance.
Assumptions don't look good on you.

 

[EverlastingWinter]

Sorry, what I was supposed to mean is 'Catholics are wrong, protestants are right'. Usually I read through my notes before posting but saw it as I came from the hospital.

No, not upset at all. Ive had people tell me that because I think I want to learn Catholic teaching I will go to hell. That and be disowned by half my family. I am used to it and just ask that if we was to discuss then to avoid certain terms that make the conversation argumentative.

You are correct, their are some doctrines that are NOT within scripture when it comes to the Catholic Church. They are present for a reason, either to support the scripture or for specific reasons.
Though their are a few that was implemented poorly. You should be aware though that many Catholics have the core belief may not believe in certain.... let say modern doctrines that have appeared and some did end up leaving the Catholic church due to said doctrine. Holy Mary for example would be an example.
I enjoy discussing about all of these concepts, I like to know of others before I finally make my end decision in going to be RCC as I have already been confirmed in Anglican.

You are correct, it would take a while to chat with every denomination. It is not hard though , to research yourself. I was going to respond more, I was already here for one hour but I know I cannot proceed anymore until I am well again. I will quickly mention a few off-hand things I have seen on this thread but I will need to take my leave for a little while.

I probably fall under a Baptist but I don't think group or labels largely relevant. You either follow all of God or not at all.
Our group(s) (non-Catholics) believe/know we are saved by God's Grace; given freely by Him. We are NOT, repeat NOT N O T saved by works, actions, checklists, etc.
Catholics believe in purgatory. No scriptural evidence.
Rosary. No scriptural evidence for, instructions to make, or how to use it.
Church Calisthenics. Stand. Sit. Kneel. Pray. Sit. Kneel. etc. variations. Again, no scriptural evidence.
Repeated "re-enactment" of Mass as if His Death and Resurrection the first and only time wasn't good enough.
Lent?
The idea that another flawed sinner can "forgive sins" when only God can.
Instructions for costly clothing for those priests and expensive, elaborate "churches" and "relics". Again, no instructions. No commandments. Nothing.
Over the years I've yet to meet and have any Catholic explain these with scriptural evidence and from their governing authority and the latest Pope has been cherry picking and "changing" things.
Last I checked no one has the authority to change what God has said.

Question 1: Rosary


Short version:
You are correct, the rosary does not have scriptural evidence. However their are reasons for this traditions and reasons why it is used.
Long version:
I am unsure if you thought that the Rosary was some sort of doctrine or dogma? either way , basically the rosary is a devotional practice and form of prayer within Catholicism, rather than a doctrine. It has however been approved and encouraged by the Catholic Church as a means of deepening one's prayer life and spiritual connection with God. The rosary is considered a personal and communal practice, not a doctrine that dictates specific beliefs or theological concepts.Thus it is a tool to help one with prayer and connecting with God, taking that time to pray, mediated and worship God. It is NOT a item to automatically dial into the lord and so on.
I have heard from other Christians that they believe repetitive prayers are sinful.They would state that simply mechanically repeating words without true intention or understanding can diminish the effectiveness of prayer. The rosary would not be the case. For each person who prays it, it is their responsibility to use it correctly, their are daily mystery to follow but it is not set in stone. I studied it a long time ago. Most Christians will devote a bead for someone they wish to pray for, so they pray on a day to day basis.
The origins of the rosary:
The Rosary was given to Saint Dominic by the Virgin Mary herself in the early 13th century. According to the tradition, the Virgin Mary appeared to Saint Dominic, a Spanish priest, and instructed him to promote the devotion of the Rosary as a powerful tool against heresy and to bring about spiritual renewal.
Over time, various forms and additions were made to the Rosary, including the development of the different sets of mysteries. The Rosary received official recognition and support from the RCC in the 15th century, particularly through the efforts of Pope Pius V and the Council of Trent.
Their is so much more to the story and information, I do not do it just as I know many denominations do not believe in apparitions. I had many resources when I read and thought where useful when I studied the rosary before beginning to use them when I prayed. I have forgotten most origins and just remember One book which I will place below.
-The Secret of the Rosary by St. Louis de Montfort : Overall provides information on the Rosary's purpose, history, and power. It provides insights into the spiritual significance of the devotion.

Question 2: Stand, kneel, pray

Short version:
Well I would assume any church would stand when they sing hymns. I used to when I was in anglican. We do the same, except when humility is concerned and being humbled, hence the kneeling.
Long Version:
Standing: Catholics stand during specific parts of the Mass, such as the Gospel reading, the Creed, and the final blessing. Standing signifies attentiveness, respect, and readiness to actively participate in the worship. It represents the faithful standing before God, engaging with the Word and responding to His presence.

Nehemiah 8:5
5 Then Ezra opened the book in the sight of all the people—for he was standing above them. As soon as he opened it, all the people rose to their feet.
Psalm 134:2
Lift up your hands toward[a] the sanctuary
and bless the Lord.

Kneeling: Kneeling is a sign of reverence, humility, and submission before God. RCCs kneel during moments of intense worship, including the consecration when the bread and wine become the Body and Blood of Christ. It reflects an acknowledgment of Christ's presence and our dependence on Him.

Philippians 2:10:
so that at the name of Jesus
every knee should bend
of those in heaven and on earth and under the earth,
Ephesians 3:14
14 Prayer for a Deeper Faith. This is the reason why I kneel in prayer before the Father,

Seen as the Mass is considered the most important act of worship in the CC, where Catholics believe they encounter the presence of Christ. The physical postures of standing and kneeling reflect the sacredness of the moment and the reverence due to an encounter with God. Maybe this is what other denominations that are different between Catholics and themselves, because they do not believe the Blood is Jesus and the Body is Jesus. Even though On the last supper that is what Jesus himself stated:

Matthew 26:26-28
26 The Last Supper.[a] While they were eating, Jesus took bread, and after he had pronounced the blessing, he broke it and gave it to his disciples, saying, “Take this and eat; this is my body.” 27 Then he took a cup, and after offering thanks he gave it to them, saying, “Drink from this, all of you. 28 For this is my blood of the covenant, which will be shed on behalf of many for the forgiveness of sins.
Mark 14:22-24
The Last Supper.[a] While they were eating he took bread, and after he had pronounced the blessing, he broke it and gave it to them, saying, “Take it; this is my body.” 23 Then he took a cup, and after offering thanks he gave it to them. After they all drank from it, 24 he said to them, “This is my blood of the covenant, which will be shed on behalf of many.
Luke 22:19-20
19 Jesus Gives His Body and His Blood.[a] Then he took bread, and after giving thanks he broke it and gave it to them, saying, “This is my body, which will be given for you. Do this in memory of me.” 20 And he did the same with the cup after supper, saying, “This cup is the new covenant in my blood, which will be poured out for you.

These passages refer to Jesus instituting the Eucharist, instructing his disciples are to partake of bread and wine, which he declared to be his body and blood. These verses form the basis for the Catholic belief in the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist, where the bread and wine are believed to be transformed into the body and blood of Christ during the Mass.Just kneeling down really does not seem good enough when you put it into perspective, though people who are unable to kneel tend to bend down a little. More like bowing their heads down. I would take Jesus's words seriously.

Question 3:
Is it really so wrong for those who wish to worship the lord and thank him for saving them often? If so when I am well I will look into this for you. Its apart of the Catholic Calendar and traditions. It is rather easy to look into why this is done.

Question 4:
I am assuming you mean the confessional: When a person goes into a 'box', confesses their sins and they magically become sin free by another human that maybe as sinful.

This is known as the sacrament of confession in the Catholic Church. When you go to confession, you are indeed speaking to a priest, who serves as a minister of the sacrament. The priest is there to listen to your sins, offer guidance, and provide absolution (the forgiveness of sins) on behalf of God. It involves both confessing your sins to the priest and expressing contrition or genuine sorrow for those sins. Through the priest, you are confessing your sins to God, seeking forgiveness, and receiving spiritual counsel for repentance. If the priest suspects insincerity or believes that the person confessing is not genuinely repentant, they may withhold absolution. The priest has the responsibility to discern the sincerity of the penitent, ensuring that confession is approached sincerely and with a true desire for repentance.

Now for your actual question:

Priests are understood to act in persona Christi, meaning "in the person of Christ." When a priest administers the sacraments, including confession, they are seen as representing Christ and His authority to forgive sins. The power to offer absolution is not dependent on the personal perfection or flawless nature of the priest but is believed to be a gift given to them through their ordination. While priests are flawed and sinners, like all humans, the Church believes that they have been called and ordained by God to serve as mediators between God and the faithful in the sacraments. The authority to forgive sins is seen as part of their role as spiritual shepherds.
Basically confession is seen as a sacred encounter between the penitent, the priest, and God. The priest does not forgive sins in his own name but rather acts as an instrument through which God offers forgiveness and reconciliation to the penitent.

I hope this answers your questions, almost forgot scripture!

James 5:16
Confession and Intercession. Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective.

John 20:21-23
21 “Peace be with you,” Jesus said to them again.

“As the Father has sent me,
so I send you.”

22 After saying this, he breathed on them and said,

“Receive the Holy Spirit.
23
If you forgive anyone’s sins,
they are forgiven.
If you retain anyone’s sins,
they are retained.”


Question 5:
Costly clothing, this is all within the Catholic Bible, I am sure theirs more:

Exodus 28:1-5 (Clothes)
The Priestly Vestments. 1 “Have Aaron, your brother, and his sons approach you. Take them from among the children of Israel to be your priests: Aaron and Nadab, Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar, his sons. 2 You shall make sacred vestments for Aaron, your brother, for glory and beauty. 3 Speak to all the most expert artisans, those to whom I have given a spirit of wisdom, and they shall prepare vestments for Aaron, for his consecration, so that he might exercise his priesthood in my honor.
4 “These are the vestments that they shall make: the breastplate and the ephod,[a] a robe, a checkered colored coat, a turban, and a sash. They will make sacred vestments for Aaron your brother and for his sons so that they may exercise their priesthood in my honor. 5 They must use gold, blue, purple, and scarlet cloth and linen.

Acts 19:11-12 ( Healing/ Relics)
11 New Encounter of the Church with Magic.[a] So extraordinary were the wonders God worked through Paul 12 that when handkerchiefs or aprons that had touched his skin were brought to the sick, they were cured of their diseases and the evil spirits came out of them.


If I have not answered something let me know, I will be unlikely to respond swiftly. But I will when I can.

I will lastly leave you with this:
Matthew 16:19
19 I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven. Whatever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.”[a]

And then Peter become Christ’s representative on earth, our doorkeeper.


Have a good evening,


Winter
Note: I will edit this in future to make is more seamless and read through and with italics/bold.

 

[MedicBravo]

Sorry, what I was supposed to mean is 'Catholics are wrong, protestants are right'. Usually I read through my notes before posting but saw it as I came from the hospital.

No, not upset at all. Ive had people tell me that because I think I want to learn Catholic teaching I will go to hell. That and be disowned by half my family. I am used to it and just ask that if we was to discuss then to avoid certain terms that make the conversation argumentative.

You are correct, their are some doctrines that are NOT within scripture when it comes to the Catholic Church. They are present for a reason, either to support the scripture or for specific reasons.
Though their are a few that was implemented poorly. You should be aware though that many Catholics have the core belief may not believe in certain.... let say modern doctrines that have appeared and some did end up leaving the Catholic church due to said doctrine. Holy Mary for example would be an example.
I enjoy discussing about all of these concepts, I like to know of others before I finally make my end decision in going to be RCC as I have already been confirmed in Anglican.

You are correct, it would take a while to chat with every denomination. It is not hard though , to research yourself. I was going to respond more, I was already here for one hour but I know I cannot proceed anymore until I am well again. I will quickly mention a few off-hand things I have seen on this thread but I will need to take my leave for a little while.



Question 1: Rosary


Short version:
You are correct, the rosary does not have scriptural evidence. However their are reasons for this traditions and reasons why it is used.
Long version:
I am unsure if you thought that the Rosary was some sort of doctrine or dogma? either way , basically the rosary is a devotional practice and form of prayer within Catholicism, rather than a doctrine. It has however been approved and encouraged by the Catholic Church as a means of deepening one's prayer life and spiritual connection with God. The rosary is considered a personal and communal practice, not a doctrine that dictates specific beliefs or theological concepts.Thus it is a tool to help one with prayer and connecting with God, taking that time to pray, mediated and worship God. It is NOT a item to automatically dial into the lord and so on.
I have heard from other Christians that they believe repetitive prayers are sinful.They would state that simply mechanically repeating words without true intention or understanding can diminish the effectiveness of prayer. The rosary would not be the case. For each person who prays it, it is their responsibility to use it correctly, their are daily mystery to follow but it is not set in stone. I studied it a long time ago. Most Christians will devote a bead for someone they wish to pray for, so they pray on a day to day basis.
The origins of the rosary:
The Rosary was given to Saint Dominic by the Virgin Mary herself in the early 13th century. According to the tradition, the Virgin Mary appeared to Saint Dominic, a Spanish priest, and instructed him to promote the devotion of the Rosary as a powerful tool against heresy and to bring about spiritual renewal.
Over time, various forms and additions were made to the Rosary, including the development of the different sets of mysteries. The Rosary received official recognition and support from the RCC in the 15th century, particularly through the efforts of Pope Pius V and the Council of Trent.
Their is so much more to the story and information, I do not do it just as I know many denominations do not believe in apparitions. I had many resources when I read and thought where useful when I studied the rosary before beginning to use them when I prayed. I have forgotten most origins and just remember One book which I will place below.
-The Secret of the Rosary by St. Louis de Montfort : Overall provides information on the Rosary's purpose, history, and power. It provides insights into the spiritual significance of the devotion.

Question 2: Stand, kneel, pray

Short version:
Well I would assume any church would stand when they sing hymns. I used to when I was in anglican. We do the same, except when humility is concerned and being humbled, hence the kneeling.
Long Version:
Standing: Catholics stand during specific parts of the Mass, such as the Gospel reading, the Creed, and the final blessing. Standing signifies attentiveness, respect, and readiness to actively participate in the worship. It represents the faithful standing before God, engaging with the Word and responding to His presence.

Nehemiah 8:5
5 Then Ezra opened the book in the sight of all the people—for he was standing above them. As soon as he opened it, all the people rose to their feet.
Psalm 134:2
Lift up your hands toward[a] the sanctuary
and bless the Lord.

Kneeling: Kneeling is a sign of reverence, humility, and submission before God. RCCs kneel during moments of intense worship, including the consecration when the bread and wine become the Body and Blood of Christ. It reflects an acknowledgment of Christ's presence and our dependence on Him.

Philippians 2:10:
so that at the name of Jesus
every knee should bend
of those in heaven and on earth and under the earth,
Ephesians 3:14
14 Prayer for a Deeper Faith. This is the reason why I kneel in prayer before the Father,

Seen as the Mass is considered the most important act of worship in the CC, where Catholics believe they encounter the presence of Christ. The physical postures of standing and kneeling reflect the sacredness of the moment and the reverence due to an encounter with God. Maybe this is what other denominations that are different between Catholics and themselves, because they do not believe the Blood is Jesus and the Body is Jesus. Even though On the last supper that is what Jesus himself stated:

Matthew 26:26-28
26 The Last Supper.[a] While they were eating, Jesus took bread, and after he had pronounced the blessing, he broke it and gave it to his disciples, saying, “Take this and eat; this is my body.” 27 Then he took a cup, and after offering thanks he gave it to them, saying, “Drink from this, all of you. 28 For this is my blood of the covenant, which will be shed on behalf of many for the forgiveness of sins.
Mark 14:22-24
The Last Supper.[a] While they were eating he took bread, and after he had pronounced the blessing, he broke it and gave it to them, saying, “Take it; this is my body.” 23 Then he took a cup, and after offering thanks he gave it to them. After they all drank from it, 24 he said to them, “This is my blood of the covenant, which will be shed on behalf of many.
Luke 22:19-20
19 Jesus Gives His Body and His Blood.[a] Then he took bread, and after giving thanks he broke it and gave it to them, saying, “This is my body, which will be given for you. Do this in memory of me.” 20 And he did the same with the cup after supper, saying, “This cup is the new covenant in my blood, which will be poured out for you.

These passages refer to Jesus instituting the Eucharist, instructing his disciples are to partake of bread and wine, which he declared to be his body and blood. These verses form the basis for the Catholic belief in the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist, where the bread and wine are believed to be transformed into the body and blood of Christ during the Mass.Just kneeling down really does not seem good enough when you put it into perspective, though people who are unable to kneel tend to bend down a little. More like bowing their heads down. I would take Jesus's words seriously.

Question 3:
Is it really so wrong for those who wish to worship the lord and thank him for saving them often? If so when I am well I will look into this for you. Its apart of the Catholic Calendar and traditions. It is rather easy to look into why this is done.

Question 4:
I am assuming you mean the confessional: When a person goes into a 'box', confesses their sins and they magically become sin free by another human that maybe as sinful.

This is known as the sacrament of confession in the Catholic Church. When you go to confession, you are indeed speaking to a priest, who serves as a minister of the sacrament. The priest is there to listen to your sins, offer guidance, and provide absolution (the forgiveness of sins) on behalf of God. It involves both confessing your sins to the priest and expressing contrition or genuine sorrow for those sins. Through the priest, you are confessing your sins to God, seeking forgiveness, and receiving spiritual counsel for repentance. If the priest suspects insincerity or believes that the person confessing is not genuinely repentant, they may withhold absolution. The priest has the responsibility to discern the sincerity of the penitent, ensuring that confession is approached sincerely and with a true desire for repentance.

Now for your actual question:

Priests are understood to act in persona Christi, meaning "in the person of Christ." When a priest administers the sacraments, including confession, they are seen as representing Christ and His authority to forgive sins. The power to offer absolution is not dependent on the personal perfection or flawless nature of the priest but is believed to be a gift given to them through their ordination. While priests are flawed and sinners, like all humans, the Church believes that they have been called and ordained by God to serve as mediators between God and the faithful in the sacraments. The authority to forgive sins is seen as part of their role as spiritual shepherds.
Basically confession is seen as a sacred encounter between the penitent, the priest, and God. The priest does not forgive sins in his own name but rather acts as an instrument through which God offers forgiveness and reconciliation to the penitent.

I hope this answers your questions, almost forgot scripture!

James 5:16
Confession and Intercession. Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective.

John 20:21-23
21 “Peace be with you,” Jesus said to them again.

“As the Father has sent me,
so I send you.”

22 After saying this, he breathed on them and said,

“Receive the Holy Spirit.
23
If you forgive anyone’s sins,
they are forgiven.
If you retain anyone’s sins,
they are retained.”


Question 5:
Costly clothing, this is all within the Catholic Bible, I am sure theirs more:

Exodus 28:1-5 (Clothes)
The Priestly Vestments. 1 “Have Aaron, your brother, and his sons approach you. Take them from among the children of Israel to be your priests: Aaron and Nadab, Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar, his sons. 2 You shall make sacred vestments for Aaron, your brother, for glory and beauty. 3 Speak to all the most expert artisans, those to whom I have given a spirit of wisdom, and they shall prepare vestments for Aaron, for his consecration, so that he might exercise his priesthood in my honor.
4 “These are the vestments that they shall make: the breastplate and the ephod,[a] a robe, a checkered colored coat, a turban, and a sash. They will make sacred vestments for Aaron your brother and for his sons so that they may exercise their priesthood in my honor. 5 They must use gold, blue, purple, and scarlet cloth and linen.

Acts 19:11-12 ( Healing/ Relics)
11 New Encounter of the Church with Magic.[a] So extraordinary were the wonders God worked through Paul 12 that when handkerchiefs or aprons that had touched his skin were brought to the sick, they were cured of their diseases and the evil spirits came out of them.


If I have not answered something let me know, I will be unlikely to respond swiftly. But I will when I can.

I will lastly leave you with this:
Matthew 16:19
19 I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven. Whatever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.”[a]

And then Peter become Christ’s representative on earth, our doorkeeper.


Have a good evening,


Winter
Note: I will edit this in future to make is more seamless and read through and with italics/bold.

I'm going to respond via another opened copy of yours. I already see a "flag" with "traditions".
I never assume but I do infer things like how police and similar do investigations. Since no one alive was an eye witness we must do what historians and others have done. Verify those eye witness accounts.
1. I've never stated, to anyone, that Protestants are "better". I have more problems with churches that are "non-denominational" but that is another topic. This is simply Catholics compared to non-Catholics. I could've gone all in but Christianity has hundreds of groups. No one would sit through let alone read all that.
2. "They are present for a reason, either to support the scripture or for specific reasons." - ??
Given the example, I know the "Hail Mary". From an unbiased POV it makes sense to have something for give what the Catholics believe.
For all: Luke 1:28 starts this however "all prayer and praise is to be to God/Jesus" no other. I know her importance as well as the saints and 4 main gospels' authors. I've yet to feel a calling to pray to them or her and I highly doubt it will ever appear.
3. It is not hard though , to research yourself. - Don't assume. I find learning about American History more than World History. I've a long playlist of documentaries and other things about Christian history, info, relics, etc. That too is another LONG topic but one that is well worth pursuing.
4. Regarding the Rosary. I agree on why they do it but still no command or instructions from God on how to make and use it. I have a big problem with as do many b/c it mimics the use of an item believed to have supernatural power. If one needs a physical item to "remember to do something one should do as a Christian that is a flaw. I don't even like the idea of wearing a cross to show I am a Christian. Christ should be shown to the world through my actions and words not some trinket.
5. Like I stated, standing a few times makes sense. If you sit for too long you get tired and sleepy example public schools and colleges forever! I don't get the mix and rotation. What about people that can't who are Catholic? Do they not meet the RCC standard and are automatically doomed to Hell? I hope not.
I don't have a large desk so I kneel on a pillow b/c floors are hard even with carpet. I've plenty of space where I can lay my Bibles, a notebook, pen, and even my phone for the playlist I mentioned earlier. I'll pray, start reading and studying, pray more, and so on.
*I do not have a church for reasons and again, another topic.
6. I'm not remembering what Question 3 is regarding. If it's about the "father" priest where you can simply say some prayers and now you're back in "good graces" then that suggest that flawed sinner can forgive sins.
Who gives that authority? Another flawed sinner in the church simply higher up? Where does the Pope get the authority to forgive sins? He may be sin-less than a lot but none of them have ever lived sin-free.
Jesus didn't give him the authority personally as He did the Disciples. You know they had the power and authority when The Man Himself gave it and said "Go forth."
7. Exodus and Acts are in the Old Testament. Just as the Civil and Ceremonial law was given to them, at that time, and that place, and that culture it was NOT given to us therefore those given as you state do not apply to current Christians. Where does it say for that to continue? Pretty sure it doesn't.
8. Again, Peter was there. After Jesus appeared and left for the last time the power and authority to be given by him personally was gone.
If His Power and Authority could be passed down from someone so early on who had it, we'd see a lot more of it yet, we have the Dark Ages were God was clearly silent for a long time among other things.

If anything, I'll say I learned some more I didn't know but in truth not that much.
I again state, that all Christian denominations have some general level of the same core beliefs but ALL have problems.
Traditions don't have God's weight behind them. Jesus lived a humble life and while church leaders should stand out somehow in current day the RCC has taken things too far.
Side note: There is one such "relic" of Christ's blood where they supposedly have it. It is in a sealed globe or something and when not in ritual it is mostly solid. During this "parade/ritual" the "priest" subtly jerks it and it "magically/supernaturally becomes "blood" again. During this one doc a guy duplicated it and did the same thing the priest did. If it was legitimate, it couldn't be duplicated.