Religion is defined as a set of beliefs concerning the cause, nature, and purpose of the universe, esp. when considered as the creation of a superhuman agency or agencies, usually involving devotional and ritual observances, and often containing a moral code governing the conduct of human affairs (Dictionary.com). With so many different religions in the world, one can decide to change religions once a month, but choosing a religion can be one of the hardest decisions in your life. Religion can define your morals, your goals and your aspirations. While exploring the diversity of two religions, the common denominator will always be the higher power.
St. Catherine’s of Sienna located in Riverside, CT is an old Roman Catholic Church that was built in the 1800’s. The membership now boast way over 10,000 parishioners with an attendance of about 3,000 every mass. This big beautiful church with large, floor to ceiling stained glass windows and artifacts surrounding the main sanctuary that have been standing sine the church has been in existing reminds you of a mini replica of St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York City. Large red velvet pews, a tremendous alter that wraps around the entire front of the church with crosses strategically placed to form the most sacred place in the church; the pulpit. Rows and rows of candles leading to the confession rooms in which parishioners confess their sins in private with the Priest of the house, this tremendous place of worship brings peace and sooths the hearts of the distress.
Interviewing a parishioner of St. Catherine’s of Sienna, I got to look at the real meaning behind being a Roman Catholic Church member. Sitting down and discussing the way thi ...