Concerned Catholic: My mother and I were very close. As the unmarried daughter living nearby, I saw most of her during her old age. We went to Mass together each Sunday and often during the week as well. She died a peaceful death; the funeral was very beautiful. Subsequently, things have changed. I feel so empty. I don’t feel anything when I attend Mass now. I am not sure that I believe my mother is enjoying eternal life. I am not sure whether I believe any of it. Was it just my mother’s faith? What is wrong with me?
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concerned catholic : my mother and i were very close. as the unmarried daughter living nearby, i saw most of her during her old age. we went...
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