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I suppose we had a bit of a misunderstanding then, but no big deal. My interest in Catholicism is sort of twofold: from an academic standpoint and as a possible, but not guaranteed, replacement for my lapsed Protestant beliefs. As I said, my encounters with Catholicism in the U.S.A. have left me more or less feeling underwhelmed. Expecting, say, Tridentine Mass and whanot, only to find a service little different, but more showy, than a typical Protestant service-- Kind of made me guess again, but I'm not exactly going to say that this turns me off of Catholicism completely.
Interesting. I have been to a Tridentine Mass that was done at a typical parish Church on one occasion. However it was really just done for curiosity sake. It was followed by a grand reception with heavy Hors d'œuvres, cider and champagne and then it was never done again. Also I have been to a very simple parish where a very holy Novos Ordo Mass takes place everyday. It is almost completely celebrated in Latin, incense is used, the Eucharist is received at the rail, and the church is only illuminated by candlelight during the Consecration. It was easy to see why so many vocations were originating from that particular parish. Also it was nice to see the mantillas instead of the short shorts and tight fitting jeans on the ladies.