The Mass

Niña, I totally hear you on the discrimination thing. I would check with the diocese guidelines and make sure that they have their reasonings down in writing.

Ana,
Thank you for reading this message. I am sadden because I have had to disappoint my sister. I have to explain that it is not her character being criticized but that the Texas diocese is not exactly receiving of strangers. The sad thing is she attended this church until she moved and now they will not acknowledge us. Broken hearted in Texas. Well I wish the lucky a successful quince!

CHECK WITH YOUR LOCAL CHURCH AND SEE IF YOUR SISTER CAN DO THE CLASSES ON A HOMEBOUND BASIS. SHE WOULD BE RESPONSIBLE FOR COMPLETING THE CLASSES ON HER OWN. MY DAUGHTER, DUE TO ILLNESS, IS NOT ABLE TO ATTEND THE CLASSES BUT SHE IS GETTING CREDIT FOR THEM BY DOING THEM AT HOME. GOOD LUCK

This may sound bad but if its really important for her then she should do classes and have her quince for her 16th birthday or u should find a different church

I have been Baptized and I am free will baptist I was wondering can you do a quinceñera or sweet 16 in those religions I know you can have the party but can you have the church ceremony? My preacher was formally catholic and I really want to include god in my celebration but I dont know how. I was going to be rebaptized. Anyway can yall help?

Jen,

My sister has been attending classes, the only conflict is the fact that she has a lapse of time. Between one state to another. Since they are not considered consecutive is what makes it tough. My sister could of had it in Texas via taking an exam via mail from one church to another. But the state she currently lives in,the catholic church she is affiliated with now, does not recognize quinces. The only thing they have offered is to announce her name during mass as completing her 15th birthday. I told her not to give up and to continue her classes and to seriously consider a sweet 16, but in our traditional family, the suggestion has not been received with open arms. But we are still asking questions, there has to be a way. :> Either way we will celebrate this great day coming!!!!!! And God will be there either way! :>

Jeannette,

Thank you for the contact #, every little bit of information helps.

Guerita,

Believe it or not other religions have offered to acknowledge this practice but with some exceptions and/or adjustments. We are seriously considering these options! But we have one more month to make a solid decision. Pray for us that all works out well.

Jeannette,

Thank you! Good luck with your daughter`s quince. I hope it turns out beautifully, and I`m sure it will be a memorable one!