Calvinst, to Mormon...to Orthodox Christian! PriscillaxDestiny 's Story | TLTS011 CWP058

As the world grappled with isolation during the pandemic, Priscilla Destiny Vargas (Priscillaxdestiny) found herself on a spiritual expedition through the corridors of faith, leading her from the familiarity of Protestantism to the hallowed traditions of Eastern Orthodoxy. Her tale, woven from poignant conversations and theological reflection during a time of global retreat, is a beacon for those seeking a deeper understanding of Christianity's diverse tapestry. With TikTok as her unlikely vessel, Priscilla navigated the currents of religious discourse, her voyage marked by the guiding stars of history, scripture, and sacred practice, ultimately anchoring in the rich waters of Orthodoxy.

Our latest episode is a mosaic of Priscilla's transformative journey—her early Roman Catholic roots giving way to the allure and eventual disenchantment with Protestantism, and her candid exploration of Mormonism's unique draw, all before the solemn beauty of Eastern Orthodoxy beckoned her with its timeless allure. Her narrative is a masterclass in theological evolution, challenging listeners to contemplate their own beliefs about salvation, the interplay of faith and works, and the communal versus individualistic expressions of worship. Priscilla's story, one of profound personal and doctrinal discovery, invites us to consider the weight of tradition and the whispers of ancient practices in our own spiritual quests.

Finally, Priscilla's closing message resonates with a heartfelt call for gracious dialogue and an open-hearted search for spiritual authenticity. Her transition to Eastern Orthodoxy, marked by newfound passions and the embrace of liturgical depth, is a poignant reminder of faith's intricate journey—one that often unfolds in the most unexpected of places. Through her reflections on religious symbols, the role of sacraments, and the acceptance of mystery, this episode stands as a testament to the beautiful complexity of faith and the transformative power of honest seeking. Join us, and let the resilience and introspection of Priscilla's odyssey inspire your own voyage into the soul's expansive seas.

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For sure. So currently, right now, I am 28. I am a mother of two, I live in a small town, I work from home. That's pretty much where I'm at right now, nothing too big or drastic. But as far as my childhood goes and my upbringing and up to today, it's been a journey. So, starting off, I did not have parents. Growing up, my parents were alcoholics, they were drug addicts, they were in and out of prison, they were very violent and fighting, and so they never once had custody of me. I ended up going to my dad's sister, which is my aunt, and both of their mom, which is my grandma, and living with them, and they ended up raising me my aunt and my grandmother Now them and they ended up raising me my aunt and my grandmother, now my aunt. She worked two jobs and so she was always busy and she couldn't really teach me anything about the faith. I did grow up Roman Catholic.

In addition, I received all my sacraments and then, when I was 19, I ended up leaving Catholicism on my own, as I ended up getting married to a guy and my first daughter's dad and, looking back, his family was Pentecostal Interesting. Yeah, his, his grandparents were actually the. The grandfather was a pastor, was the pastor of that church, he would call himself apostle and yeah, and I remember you know weird things like being pushed back and not feeling like I wanted to do that. And also there was like this false prophet that said my sister in law that was pregnant at the time, his sister, she was of a boy and named him Samuel and she ended up having a girl. Me not reading the scriptures, I did not know any better. So, as I was entering with him in this new religion or denomination, I actually had no concept of denominations, I just thought there was just a whole bunch of churches and they're all local and you just go to one and if you like it and if you don't, then go find another one.

Know, we're not bashing Mormons, we're not bashing Roman Catholics, we're not bashing non-denominational, uh, christians, because, by and large, most people I look, I was there, you were there, priscilla I think we were in some way trying to sincerely follow and find God right and have a relationship with God. Um, and, and all I can is let's, let's continue to pray, you know, for for those people in those scenarios that they might someday, you know, come to the fullness of the faith.