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1000%. She doesn’t give more than is asked of her. She doesn’t over explain or try to explain even when she doesn’t know. I enjoy listening to her a lot.
I think the world would be a much better place if more people were comfortable admitting they don’t know things. Even though we all realise we can’t know everything, somewhere along the way it somehow became “shameful” to not have an answer.
Let me just say everybody is happy to celebrate a truth seeker everybody’s happy to hear that you’re always searching for the truth unadulterated but if you happen to find that truth and settle upon it after doing all the things that they celebrate you’re a demon you’re a fool you’re an idiot. You’re a clown because you actually found the truth.
yeah. I would hope they all see it that way like all the people who become nuns and priests and stuff. they want to serve God and they want to love the people around them and they just want to do good things. in a perfect world they would all be that way
I'm not religious at all, but I fully believe nuns (and priests etc too I'm sure) are often some of the happiest people alive. Their lives are pretty much devoted to being the best they can be and doing the best they can, I don't think there's a better way to find true happiness than that
@@TheHulksMistress I wouldn't say they're the happiest people alive but they're definitely satisfied. by which I mean there's a difference between wanting to be happy 24/7 vs wanting to be content or fulfilled. they're all very strong positive emotions but happiness is like a specific type of experience.
I’m an atheist, but I will always remember one particular nun I met a few years ago. I was taken to hospital following a motorcycle accident, in the bed next to me was a very elderly nun who had taken a bad fall. Such a lovely, bubbly and funny lady. It was my first time meeting a nun, I was so surprised just how playful and almost cheeky she was, we helped each other pass the time. We spent 2 nights and 3 days talking and laughing together. We talked about anything and everything. Even played a few games of chess, although she didn’t have the energy to get up and move the pieces so I’d have to move the pieces for her. I remember some others nuns came to see her and one of them went to pull the curtain between our beds to give them some privacy and she scolded the younger nun and said “Don’t you dare pull that curtain, this young man has been my salvation” 🤣. She was moved to intensive care the following day and I later found out she had passed away shortly after. I was happy I could help keep the boredom at bay and thankful for the company and wisdom she shared.
@@zealed. No, Jesus was NOT killed. He did not die. Instead he rose from the dead. If anyone refutes this happening he/she should check up on what anabiosis is.
@@helgardhossain9038 It’s very clear you have not read the Bible. Romans 5:8 states “But God proves his love for us in this: while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” Romans 4:25 “He was handed over to DIE because of our sins, and he was raised to life to make us right with God.”
The fact that her mother gave her her wedding ring and said "I hope you are as faithful to your vows as I have been to mine" almost made me cry. What a beautiful connection and gift ❤️
Yup, she got me there too. What a special moment she shared there. I wiped a few tears for sure. Definitely felt the love in that moment she gave a glimpse into. ❤
I think her mother gave her own oath ring, to quote: " I hope you have been as faithful to your vows as I've been to mine," It might be a wedding ring though I am not certain.
@@jaredmetz2273 It wouldn't be an aoth ring given those are from/for nuns, and nuns naturally don't have children, and this was mother to child. Apologies if I missed something though x
it's kind of making me cry. not in a bad way... it was reassuring. every religious person that I've ever known has been exceedingly confident in their reply that they know exactly what's going to happen after they die and so I felt like I could never tell anyone that I was unsure. And as a result I've always been afraid, And for some reason which seems super counterintuitive her saying that she doesn't know makes me feel like it's not scary which makes no sense because then well we don't know and isn't that more alarming but apparently it's not because it makes me feel good
@@humanbeing3946 yeah it's based on works, like Catholics. with Christians it's either based on works or it's based on Grace. for Muslims though, the issue is that they all have a different interpretation of what good works are.
I’m an atheist and I’m very critical of the Catholic Church but I really enjoyed this. I love this woman’s perspective on things and she seems lovely. If this is what religion was like more often and less divisive and hurtful, I wouldn’t be so firmly against it.
Me too, but the moment she said 'I don't know' to what happens after death I felt a lot of animosity go away. Her focus on loving others is also admirable.
I'm 45. Schooling started out in catholic school and nuns were not nice. By fifth grade I'd left spiritually. Watching the younger nuns speak, it does help the trauma and anger to dissipate a bit.
Same here. I generally don’t like Catholicism (or really, religion in general), but I really enjoyed listening to her. It also helps that she has a very calming way of speaking :)
@@drakegeralds699 your compassion is lacking and your pride abounds. Never forget that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. It's nothing we did, but was and is Christ. We are all lazy, we are all sinners, we have all fallen short next to the glory of God. God loves even those who hate Him. He's waiting on them to come "home" to Him. We are meant to represent His love in the world. Not condemnation and judgement.
@@drakegeralds699it is so much lazier to say "God works in mysterious ways", "God is great!", "We are not to know God's plan" and over stinking BS statements that are utterly meaningless. Say that to wife who is terminally ill dying in a Hospice right now from Cancer after just turning 40, so to leave me and our kids. You think that God designs such an evil plan for someone, someone who was planning on being a nun and chose love family and freedom over repression? Don't be a weak simple minded sheep. Take life head on a recognise the chaos of the Universe and the proven scientific forces that are all around us and that there is no watcher/caretaker...someone out there who cares about any of us and you will be a better human being as you will care for others around you and help those in need not because of an imaginary friend but because it is Right.
"Sin is something that takes you away from God"...This is the most beautiful definition of sin that I've heard...no judgement and litanies of what sin is or what it takes to commit it. You are so beautiful, Sister Gabriel!!
It’s the truth 😊. As a devout Catholic myself, can confirm this is the theological teaching/definition of what sin is. And for practicing Catholics there is no sin that can completely remove you from God if you receive the sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession)
As a Christian, this is also what I believe about sin. It was so nice to hear her say this, I wish more people shared that this is what sin is, and yeah not so judgmental and strict about what’s considered sin.
@SophieMaria13 I agree wholeheartedly. It also leaves room for the New Testament idea that sin for one person may not be sin for another. I think that's really important too.
@@eapeoples1020that’s really true. I guess in the same way some things are healing for some but not for others. Healing could be the opposite of sin. That which brings us closer to God.
I love that this woman didn't try and say there is no abuse in the catholic church, instead apologising and wishing them healing in a way. That was beautiful. I'm not religious but I appriciate some people need something to beleive in. This woman does that without delusion. I could listen to her all day. Sister Gabriel is the GOAT.
I know of no Catholic, that has ever said “there is no abuse in the Catholic Church”. It would be like denying sin, when as Catholics, we know sin exists, and thus people choose to be sinful. Wish more people were willing to listen to Catholics, because we don’t like the abuse in the Catholic Church and have been fighting it. We also don’t like the abuse that takes place in other places. But of course that does not fit the media narrative.
@@kagehato The first line seems to be a red herring. Catholics don't quote that statement, but the Catholic church has protected and relocated abusers instead of reporting abuse or holding anyone accountable... So there's that. Abuse is not exclusive to Catholics, but it's notable because religion is the supposed paragon of morality. The betrayal of trust feels even greater, to the general public and Catholics.
@@kagehato Yeah idk where this idea that "Catholics were fine with the scandals" came from. All I can think is they just consume what media outlets say mindlessly instead of talking to actual Catholics who had to react to and deal with what happened. No Catholic I've met (I'm Catholic, I know a LOT) would tell you they were happy with the scandals or how the higher ups handled it. A lot of us had and have called for justice to be served and for priests and bishops to be stripped of their titles for being involved or covering it up No one wants to look deeper because they just use it as an excuse to hate us and the church, even tho they don't know what the church actually teaches nine times out of ten
as someone who grew up Catholic and is now no longer even Christian, I grew up with Catholics who constantly talked about how there was abuse and what a travesty it was, and every Catholic I know did. it's not to say that there aren't Catholics who deny it, but it's an extremely well known issue among Catholics and Catholics are the ones who have rooted out other Catholics for such abuse... it's *the church* and those with power in it that tend to hide abusers or BE abusers. It's fucked up.
It’s not about “needing” something to believe in. Ppl really have a huge misunderstanding about why ppl have a relationship with God. On top of that, the negative stereotypes of Christians is vastly overblown. The nicest and most charitable ppl I’ve ever met have been Christians. Obviously, any bad person can be a part of any religion, but atheists aren’t more loving. More arrogant? Often, yes. More loving? No…
I had one nun as a teacher in a former nunnery run school. Everyone was scared of her "because she is a nun". She had a great sense of humor, sang in the halls on her way to class, cursed at computers and danced on stage during a goodbye ceremony for the graduates. She now is in charge of the Ursuline sisters in Flanders, but man she lived and breathed teaching. I love her still
I'm not a Christian but I have met several nuns in my life. They are have been super kind and fun. I think the nuns who teach might be a bit different. Or so I've heard.
I almost became a Poor Clare nun. But then life happened, I got mixed up with the wrong man, got arrested and put on trial for a very serious crime, and I was sent to prison. And through all of the judgement, the world putting me on trial and branding me as a villain, and the sheer trauma of court and prison, the Poor Clare nuns I once almost joined did nothing but LOVE ME and PRAY FOR ME through it all. When I started my sentence in jail, they were the first ones to write me a letter. I didn’t think I’d be released, but two years ago God granted me an early release and I went home on the Feast of St. Francis. My Poor Clare monastery was the first place I went to after getting out. You couldn’t have picked a better, more beautiful, more luminous order of nuns to showcase in these videos. Sister Gabriel, may God Reward You for shining your light! Pax et Bonum (Peace and All Good) - Chiara
Wow, that is quite a story. Nuns are so wise and accepting. Its nice to meet people who do their utmost to quash whatever judgements they may have, and just love. I hope that you have found peace in your life.
It sounds like you were attacked by the evil one?? It seems the prayers of holy nuns can move mountains. God can turn your suffering into something beautiful; He will use It for His Glory. Your testimony of the Poor Clares being one. Prayers for you.
Your testimony brought tears to my eyes, thank you for sharing. Seems to me you found your way back to God. I hope you find peace, comfort and happiness in your future path. God bless ✨
“I think that sin is something that takes you away from God.” Wow. Really puts it into perspective. God doesn’t want us to sin; not because it makes him angry, but because it weakens our relationship with him. He loves us, and wants communion with us, but sin makes that path longer and more difficult to achieve.
I absolutely loved that answer too, because by putting it that way it shows that it's not about specific actions being inherently sinful, but it's about the role those actions play in your life, namely, taking you away from living your life fully, creatively, doing good and in contact with some higher scope.
It's interesting that she didn't mention that God can forgive our sins because He sent Jesus to die on the cross to take the punishment for our sins. Jesus has 'paid' for our salvation. Now we can come to Jesus and receive the 'free' gift of eternal salvation. ... The Gospel according to John
I grew up in a convent with nuns who took in single mothers of domestic violence. I lived there with my mother and siblings for two years and those were the best years of my childhood. The sisters were so loving and supportive. I would walk with one of the nuns every morning as she prayed and she passed away a decade ago and I still think about her all the time. Nuns will always have a special place in my heart.
You are lucky. There was a long period in Ireland where single mothers and their children were taken in by Nuns only for the mothers to be put to work in workhouses and the children sold for adoption. That's assuming the children didn't die first and get dumped in a mass grave.
@@knisayusuf no in Islam, Allah is everywhere by His knowledge. Meaning that He can hear and see everything. Physically Allah is above His throne, above the seven heavens. High above. Hope that makes sense
I am at a loss for words. This is true Christianity. If only all all the world could love like she is telling us. What a fantastic place the world be. Sister Gabriel. Thank you so much. I am 80 and you are 53. You have given me much food for thought.
It's wonderful that you are still open to learning at 80 years old, and from people decades younger. I learned a lot from this video too. How strange that someone left a nasty reply to your comment; that's the internet for you isn't it!
She is a Lovely Woman but i just wants to know if they are reading the same Bible that Christians read. Coz its written in the Bible that Jesus is coming back
i believe it is a different bible, the one i read is the King James version but Catholicism is a denomination of Christianity or just one of that many branches, so their bibles are a bit different
This lady exudes love, deep thought, and intelligence. It's obvious that she's captured lots of people's hearts with her humility. I wish someone would have asked her what drew her to be a nun ❤
I am an atheist who was extremely religious up until my early twenties. If Sister Gabriel reads any of these comments I hope she knows that the impact she has through her compassion, kindness, and vows are appreciated, even to those of us who are not believers. Her faith and devotion are admirable.
@@allesaufanfang-sarah I'm assuming you mean what made me leave religion? Assessing my beliefs, scripture, the church and its structure (and any church for that matter). The short of it is - I was born into religious belief. It made sense and surrounded me and shaped my view of the world. When the veil was lifted and I realized I didn't actually believe anything in the Bible, it was time for me to go. At the time I decided to leave religion entirely, it was an extreme choice due to being raised in what I believe to be a cult. That was around 10 years ago and since then I have grown to understand many things in my life to be trauma caused by religion, church, my faith and the belief structures it left me with, etc. Although I am not a believer, I can recognize and respect the beliefs of others (like Sister Gabriel). Although I wholeheartedly disagree with her belief system broadly, I value that it has led her down a path of virtue and compassion.
Everybody loves the truth seeker right up until the moment that you actually find the truth and stick with it. Go searching for the truth. You’ll find it. I don’t know if you’ll be happy to settle upon it though. May God bless you.
fanatisism, and blind fanatisism at that is not being extremely religious, is confusing an ideology, a fantasy with the real, and ultimately not understanding what's at the heart of religion. Saying something like not believing anything in the Bible lacks any sense, that has nothing to do with faith since faith has very little to do with engaging in propositions of fact.
When LadBible started I don’t think many people would have foreseen it going in this direction - delivering brilliant, deep, thought provoking content. Massive props
I have so much respect for someone with the ability to say, "I don't know". I don't share her world view but I have so much respect and love for absolutely every person who is able to love others that see the world in a different light than they do. We need more people like her. ❤
So sad to hear that this lovely woman has been abused for her faith... but the grace she handles this and the generosity of spirit she shows is so inspiring. I'm a lapsed Catholic but people like this are the best of the church. x
@@vineflower alot of people actually on not just religious clothing but also cultural clothing aswell its disgusting looking at others who are different from you are looked down upon
There is a long line of groups who have been spat on. We see them as rude but move on. I am a Theological Noncognitivist and that was why I was spat upon.
No, I don’t think so. When she said that she doesn’t know what happens after death. Do you think Jesus in heaven was clapping? I would say that she blasphemed actually by denying the existence of heaven, she denies our Lords ascension into that place. Blasphemy. You can know the truth with certainty God has given us rationality to come to that truth . He has not left his church without vindication look to the many miracles . Jesus, death, resurrection, and ascension heavenly. Look to the many miracles done by the church I recommend Fatima Guadalupe Lourdes. The gospels are eyewitness accounts. I’ve asked people to do this for me, but compare a few months of miracles at Fatima to this man called Sathya Sai Baba if you go online, Reddit loves this guy. You have no idea how many times I’ve heard the words you should convert to Hinduism being directed at Christians because apparently we have double standards. I made my determination very obvious to me. Fatima is far more worthy of belief. I find this very funny that when you ask chat, GPT, he agrees with me.. I know it’s a little unfair comparing a lifetime of miracles to just a few months you would think that with such a large span, he would be able to produce even one miracle worthy of consideration I mean the atheist online seem to think that our miracle claims are in the same camp as his they’ve got some blinders on. I told you I asked the AI his answer almost a carbon copy for mine. It’s not bias that leads me to the church. It’s not biased that leads me to Jesus. It’s the truth. It’s the Holy Spirit. It’s God himself. Who wants to be Catholic nowadays seriously who wants to be a priest who wants to be a nun only those who are most dedicated. And those who know the truth .
I’ve heard many stories of nuns and priests who have been spat at on the streets. Breaks my heart because they’re being attacked and insulted for wrongs they haven’t committed. I wish people thought a little bit before doing something so disgusting and disrespectful to someone 💔
Some priest and nuns are killed for thieir belief...very sad, please respect all religion and religious leaders I believe in God and I respect all religion 🙏
When I was a child I was told that because I am a Catholic I am a kind of black person and the rules of racial segregation applied to me. All the bad words they called black people I was called too.
I LOVE that she constantly reinforces that she “doesn’t know”. She’s given her life to god, but for her it’s clear that also means serving others. It’s care, it’s kindness, it’s love- not absolute certainty about what’s going to happen.
I'm Buddhist and I agree with so many things she said, especially about respecting everyone. It's not your religeon, it's your behavior and the choices you make. You can choose bigotry or understanding.
The reason I am not Buddhist is because there is no vindication for anything claimed. Buddha miracles come long after his death. I’ve never seen anybody say well “Here’s how we can know that Buddhism is true.” I’m sorry, but there is no salvation outside the church. Jesus came to vindicate the truth to provide backing for all the things that are steeped in love faith light. I appreciate you searching for the truth. Let me say however, that everybody loves a truth seeker, but nobody seems to love someone who is settled upon the truth even after deep investigation following all the celebrated precepts of searching properly. May All-Mighty God Bless you
@@TCM1231 I dont think that God/ Buddha/Allah (insert name) really worries about the path, perhaps Buddhism is not right for you, and thats ok. But because you have not found vindication and others have, then thats about having choice in life. I respect both paths. Its all about love, kindness, and acceptance anyway, just choose your own brand right for you.
@@clairetaylor3365 Nichiren Buddhism. To be fair I am not a practicing Buddhist. As a child my family taught me right from wrong, not to judge others and said if I was more interested in religeon (whichever one I chose for myself) I would find it on my own. I am happy as is and found no urge for more. I won't tell you Jesus is the way, nor Buddha, nor Krishna nor Mohammad, etc. All I would say is find your own way, what calls to you, whichever that would be. Good luck!
My heart broke when she mentioned about people who treated her badly She is such a kind hearted person and has such a great sense of humour. You didn't deserve that at all❤ I have learnt a lot from the way she doesn't judge and her humility❤❤❤❤ Can you please share her name❤ Much love from Zimbabwe❤❤❤
Hearing her voice warble while discussing the abuse 'allegations', all while not one time arguing that they WERE allegations, and outright calling it abuse... incredible. Very grateful for your perspective, thank you
Yes there definitely were abuses. A friend of mine who was a priest, who has now passed, confirmed it to me. I received an insider perspective on how they dealt with it. Those people would be weeded out of the church asap! The problem is that there will always be people who will slip between the cracks. Either way, I still hold anyone who is a member of the church (priest or nun) somewhat responsible for it. Why would anyone want to associate themselves with an establishment with the kind of record of abuse? There were equally many who knew and turned a blind eye. My own mother was a victim of such abuse and all the nuns she worked for knew about it. They all remained silent. If hell exists they're definitely burning in it. The Catholic Church is the remnants of the Roman Empire, hence the results. They play around with pagan rituals and what they would refer to as witchcraft. Next time you're in a Catholic Church, one that is actually ordained by the Vatican, ask the priest to remove the white cloth covering the alter. When you see the stone embedded within the alter ask them about it. There will be a little area carved out of the stone and filled in with plaster. Now ask them what's inside that plaster. Good luck! 😉 If the church wants to survive it's time they do what Jesus said, follow the man carrying the water-pitcher into the new house. In other words, it's time for the church to reform itself into the 21st century. The age of Pieces is over. Turn the page.
Absolutely agree! So refreshing to hear someone say they dont know and be comfortable in themselves not to know. Its why I am not convinced by the evangelical preaching kind.
She is a lovely person and follows the 2 most important commandments #1 Love God #2 love each other. The answer to how will it look when Christ returns is found in Daniel and revelation. Apostasy will be at its height. False/ phony "teachers / ministers" are many, Heresies flood the church do you must arm yourself with knowing the word because the Truth gets stomped down. He will return in a quick flash and claim His kingdom of followers for the renewal of the earth. The answer to Does God forgive all sins is a bit more than Yes... He forgives if you repent. There is one sin He does not called " the unpardonable sin" - blasphemy of the holy spirit. Wolves are in every church . The Roman Catholic Church was not a friend of the Christians or Jews.
It’s so comforting to hear her say “I don’t know”. One of my biggest guilts is how much I question and how hard it is for me to blindly believe. I have always said I would like to believe in a God who loves me even if I dont always know. ❤
Hello Hannah, what makes you think that you are suppose to "blindly believe"? God had given you a mind to think with and to ask questions. Im sure God would be pleased that you are using your intelligence. Perhaps the reason that you struggle with this is a misunderstanding. Be a good and kind person, follow your intuition and do not fear. I hope that it works out for you x
One of the things I'm most grateful for when it comes to religion is that I had a wonderful teacher, himself a catholic priest, who was adamant that questioning wasn't a bad thing at all - in fact he wanted us to question everything, especially things he said. He not only taught me critical thinking skills, he also removed so much stress around the idea of faith for me, because I never really developed the idea faith had to be blind. Instead I learned that sometimes if you question something, you actually come to the conclusion that this is the right thing for you (or to do), but now you stand behind it with more conviction. Forbidding questions just makes you scared. And a god who only loves you if you're perfect and never have any questions at all, is not a god worth believing in and it is certainly not the god I believe in.
No where in Scripture does it say, don't ask, don't be curious. It is more about this being your world to discover, study, enjoy, and share. Only the smartest people say *I don't know* because they have a clue as to how much more there is to know. How little we know, how much there is to learn. Of what God has said in Scripture, we know God loves us. How that is played out in our lives is our adventure to find out. We are loved with all our dreams, and all our failures. He is with us, we are not alone.
Jesus provides vindication for everything that he claims by his life, death, resurrection, and ascension into heaven His church continues to verify and vindicate his claims by the miracles that they do through his power I highly recommend you look into Fatima Portugal, or Lords France, the shroud of Turin, our Lady of Guadalupe and the miraculous Tilma just look into the miracles that Christ church still does today and as well, I want you to study seriously the eyewitness nature of the gospels as well, the very early attestation that we have towards The truth of the Christian faith can be found not just in the Bible alone, but also in many adjacent documents, such as the didache I think the only reason that this woman would have to say that she doesn’t know is because she is poorly catechized, but the truth is out there. All you have to do is look for it. God gave us rational minds so that we could come to know him by rationality he gave us faith so that we could keep, our eyes on him all the time when we’re faced with insurmountable circumstances that our rationality cannot conquer. I asked an atheist to do this for me earlier I’m going to ask for you to do the same thing you have the same problem just a different degrees. I want you to compare the miracles at Fatima Portugal 1913 to all the miracles of Sathya Sai Baba a little unfair I know comparing a whole lifetime of miracles to just a few months worth, but I really do mean I dare you to find even one competing non-Christian miracle claim that is even worth looking at. I asked the AI to compare Sathya Sai Baba to Fatima I would give you the whole reply, but just know he found Fatima to be much more likely ask yourself. If you’ve never heard of this guy before I highly recommend you read his Wikipedia article or just type in his name in Google and then Reddit afterwards Reddit loves this guy, especially r/atheism and all the skeptics on the Christianity and Catholic boards too. Not the cream of the crop, I know, but One conceive very clearly the argument that they’re going for. I just also see very clearly how it leaks water as a sinking ship.
My 9th grade religion teacher in Catholic School encouraged us to question. She told us to be afraid of and avoid anything that doesn’t like questions. The Church welcomes honest questions and gives honest answers and that is a good thing. Questioning is how we learn and grow. I remember she even said we can be upset with God when things aren’t making sense! As she put it, “He is a big boy. He can handle it.” If we are upset. Honest questions are a sign you are seeking the truth! That is a good thing! You are not supposed to blindly follow because a blind following of God would be so shallow and weak. You wouldn’t get to know God very well that way.
I appreciate so much how intentional she is with her words and how she takes time to really consider what she would like to say. It's an enviable trait to possess. While I am not religious myself, I went to a Franciscan college and was surrounded by Franciscan nuns. I can appreciate their core values!
Growing up and surviving abuse from the church, this lady is really cool and spot on. She isn’t full of herself. I’d drink her fav beers and vibe with her 100%
Oh man, this is where it all started. My dearest Sr. Gabriel, feels like a lifetime ago. I love her to bits!!!❤❤❤ She's the sweetest ever and I honestly feel priviledged and honoured to know her now. Just fyi I sent her some of the comments. She was really amazed that so many people watched this and even more surprised by all the loving comments!
She seems like a very genuine and kind person. I wholeheartedly disagree with the Catholic church's existence, but she clearly lives her beliefs and has taken on board the best parts of what it *should* be to be a Catholic.
I have no idea why this showed up on my feed, but I am so grateful it did. I thoroughly enjoyed listening to this beautiful woman’s answers. What a gracious, thoughtful woman. Thank you!
Ironically I left because I wanted to get married and have children. However, God had other plans for me as I ended up teaching in a Catholic school, leading the music in my parish church (which I’m still doing after 50 years), and am still single!!! I wouldn’t have changed anything about my 6 years in the convent… it certainly helped shape who I am today.
Bless. We need more single layhood. I think in this day and age we are going to start seeing a rise in consecrated virginity and celibacy. I have a friend who is discerning it right now. It's just something that a lot of folks forget and it's definitely an important vocation to consider
@@tanujabhatt4046well I dated a few different people for many years but I just never seemed to feel called to marry them. So I suppose it was a choice. I never felt like returning to religious life probably because I was involved in so many jobs most having religious connections. I often told people I felt like I was still in religious life but paying my own bills!!!!!
Studying in a nun-run all-girls' school, I'm not very fond of nuns. But Sister Gabriel is so calm and I would love to spend my time conversing and listening to her.
@@TheDennys21 Not uncommon. For me: Central London, Ireland (Cookstown), Egypt (Ismailia), Yemen, home education for a few months because the school had been turned into a hospital, small town outside London, school nearer London (number 7). Army brat is the nearest US equivalent.
Just watching and listening to her makes me feel okay. I haven’t been okay. If you pray, please pray for me. I love Sister. Gabriel. She smart, witty, straightforward, cute, introspective. The vow of poverty was one of my favorite parts.
‘Sin is what takes you away from God’ - that just sat in the air for so long, no explanation. It wasn’t judgemental, or damning, but we all know in our hearts when and what we’ve done wrong and how it took us in the opposite direction on god. It points the way back. Beautiful.
To say that "Sin is anything that moves you away from God" is the most Christian, beautiful statement I've ever heard a Christian person say. That statement is free of judgement, hate and in my view, exudes Christ's message and love.
What an incredible woman. I felt like a flower reaching for the sun the whole time I was listening to her. I felt such light and warmth and peace and love and kindness radiating from her and could listen to her for hours. Thank you for this video. She is a truly blessed woman indeed and we were lucky for this short time of her wisdom and insight.
Sister Gabriel exudes kindness and empathy. I'm sure a lot of people watching who have experienced religious trauma or harm are feeling a small part of their heart heal from her words and her presence.
When are you people gonna stop talking about religions trauma? I suffered more trauma from my atheist hedonist parents/ progressive teachers all throughout school than I ever have from any religious person. When I was raped by a male cousin at 6 was it religious trauma then too? Religious people are statistically better off in every metric than non religious counterparts. Happiness, health, wealth. Etc
I am very religious, catholic, AND FRANCISCAN 😍 (as the sister) and I love watching this kind of videos. The spirit of this Sister is the way we Christian Catholics must reflect.
Sister Gabriel has such a soothing personality and voice, she is very obviously devoted and kind and it makes me feel comfortable in a way, very lovely woman, you can tell!
"The one who sings prays twice", it was St. Augustine who said it, sister. What a lovely person you are, despite any religion convictions, it was delightful to meet you.
As a Catholic she’s a great example to me of our faith and intentions ❤ great video thank you Sister Gabriel for showing contemplative wisdom through your devotion to God
I'm Muslim born kinda agnostic person, but i listened her every word with calm and eagerly. It's soo southing to hear sister's talk. She has very charming personality.!!
The Fransiscan nuns have been a big part of our community here in the Faroe Islands. Some of them worked in my kindergarten and school. We are all very sad that their ministry now has ended and that they don't get to live the rest of their lives here, but as one sister said, "We go where God calls us. He still has a plan for us". I respect that ❤
Her soul radiates love, peace and contemplative intelligence . Feeling gratitude for the generous manner in which she opened her heart with each answer.
What a wonderful, humble lady. I grew up in a catholic school run by nuns and they have wonderful personalities, mindsets and are generally such lovely people. I wish sister Gabriel a healthy and bright future and I wish that for the lovely nuns from my childhood too
Sister Gabriel beams with inner beauty. Her inner light is what society so desperately needs. Thank you Sister Gabriel for your honest poignant answers to those random questions.
Everybody loves the truth seeker, but the minute that you actually find the truth, you’re an evil villain. Jesus vindicates all the claims he makes . I’ve never seen any vindication for Buddhist clams
My favorite aunt was a nun. Sister Gabriel reminds me so much of her. Such a vibrant life before taking up vows, such a cheeky sense of humor, such a calming presence that just exudes grace and love for everything. They're both so open to everything. This video had me crying from missing her so much. Rest in peace, Sister Penny.
I love her sincerity and how in touch with herself she is. Her ability to see herself and her experiences for what they are with an open mind and compassionate heart and be totally honest about her imperfections and accept them. Her humility reminds me that the human experience is different for us all and that despite what she believes in and the way she chooses to live her life, her experience is of no less value than my own.
So good to hear her honesty and bravery speaking out against wrong dooers within her church. Shes a fantastic person. Its very sad to hear she was spat at. When I visited Vatican City, my wife was spat at by what appeared to be a nun. It was vile. Hate is hate whatever your creed. Our son is called Gabriel as well!
This was incredible. I found her honesty and willingness to say “I don’t know” so incredibly refreshing. It almost makes me think I could actually believe again in a different way. Her love, joy, peace, (and I’m sure the other fruit as well) shined through her and made me feel more at peace. And her sense of humor was awesome! She is obviously very intelligent and well educated. My faith has dissipated over the last decade, but there is so much I could learn from this woman and should seek to emulate.
What a wonderful woman Sister Gabriel is. I could listen to her talk all day, she’s fascinating, she’s educated, and she’s just so grounded. No judgement, no negativity, nothing but love and respect. Really enjoyed this episode 🙂
I am so very grateful to Sister Gabriel and all the other Poor Clare nuns who have been praying for a little baby with spina bifida. His birth has been nothing short of a miracle and he is moving his limbs. It has been a very challenging time for his family as he has been in and out of hospital but back home again now. He's beautiful and such a happy baby. Thank you dear Sisters!
She reminds me of every nun or Sister I've ever met. That same light and rootedness is in her. I grew up Catholic and I still am. If you're reading this and have been hurt or offended or abused by representatives of the Church, you never deserved that, and what they did was a betrayal of their professed beliefs.
Oh my gosh, she's ADORABLE❤️❤️❤️ Sister Gabriel is LOVE, bless her❤ I wish she was working in the community, as she would make such a MASSIVE difference to so many people's lives❤️ she's proper cheeky and so real, and doesn't try at any point to push her beliefs on anything she's asked❤️ Also, serious question- why are Nun's skin always SO GOOD?!!! She's got the most beautiful, even skin tone❤️ I just want to sit and have a cuppa with Sister Gabriel❤️❤️
Thank you to Sister Gabriel for taking part. Poor Clares of Arundel's second album 'My Peace I Give You', is out now via Decca
poorclares.lnk.to/MyPeaceIGiveYou
That was beautiful
They sung me through the pandemic with their first album!!!
So beautiful! And what a refreshing truthfulness that was!
What a boring life cloistered 😮 I mean the world 🌎🌍 iss soon big... For being in just one particular place live and die
Try to study Al Quran
I love how comfortable she is in saying, "I don't know."
1000%. She doesn’t give more than is asked of her. She doesn’t over explain or try to explain even when she doesn’t know. I enjoy listening to her a lot.
I think the world would be a much better place if more people were comfortable admitting they don’t know things. Even though we all realise we can’t know everything, somewhere along the way it somehow became “shameful” to not have an answer.
The Church doesn’t teach what happens after we go to Heaven, so yeah we don’t know. We’re just in Unity with God who is Truth and Love.
Let me just say everybody is happy to celebrate a truth seeker everybody’s happy to hear that you’re always searching for the truth unadulterated but if you happen to find that truth and settle upon it after doing all the things that they celebrate you’re a demon you’re a fool you’re an idiot. You’re a clown because you actually found the truth.
@@RachaelStephanieexactly! People as usual want to compete with all knowing god...
I get the vibe that she doesn’t view being a nun as giving stuff up, but choosing to live a life full of God. That’s beautiful
That is what life as a beliver is,one does not have to be nun.to be nun😊
yeah. I would hope they all see it that way like all the people who become nuns and priests and stuff. they want to serve God and they want to love the people around them and they just want to do good things. in a perfect world they would all be that way
Why wouldn’t she view it that? Crazy ppl don’t understand god
I'm not religious at all, but I fully believe nuns (and priests etc too I'm sure) are often some of the happiest people alive. Their lives are pretty much devoted to being the best they can be and doing the best they can, I don't think there's a better way to find true happiness than that
@@TheHulksMistress I wouldn't say they're the happiest people alive but they're definitely satisfied. by which I mean there's a difference between wanting to be happy 24/7 vs wanting to be content or fulfilled. they're all very strong positive emotions but happiness is like a specific type of experience.
I’m an atheist, but I will always remember one particular nun I met a few years ago. I was taken to hospital following a motorcycle accident, in the bed next to me was a very elderly nun who had taken a bad fall. Such a lovely, bubbly and funny lady. It was my first time meeting a nun, I was so surprised just how playful and almost cheeky she was, we helped each other pass the time. We spent 2 nights and 3 days talking and laughing together. We talked about anything and everything. Even played a few games of chess, although she didn’t have the energy to get up and move the pieces so I’d have to move the pieces for her. I remember some others nuns came to see her and one of them went to pull the curtain between our beds to give them some privacy and she scolded the younger nun and said “Don’t you dare pull that curtain, this young man has been my salvation” 🤣. She was moved to intensive care the following day and I later found out she had passed away shortly after. I was happy I could help keep the boredom at bay and thankful for the company and wisdom she shared.
That sounds like such a lovely experience! Thankyou for sharing it
What a beautiful experience
Thank you for sharing.🥺
What a lovely story. Thanks for sharing!
I know you're atheist, but from my side sincerely, God bless.
Bruh, A chit chat with her on a tea and cookies with some chips would literally make me smiling for a whole week
No one can hate this woman. She seems like an absolute gem.
As was Jesus, but then, they killed him.
*So, I can truly see people hating*
Definitely. Bless her. She's second to nun.
@@zealed.
No, Jesus was NOT killed.
He did not die. Instead he rose from the dead.
If anyone refutes this happening he/she should check up on what anabiosis is.
😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂@@helgardhossain9038
@@helgardhossain9038 It’s very clear you have not read the Bible. Romans 5:8 states “But God proves his love for us in this: while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” Romans 4:25 “He was handed over to DIE because of our sins, and he was raised to life to make us right with God.”
The fact that her mother gave her her wedding ring and said "I hope you are as faithful to your vows as I have been to mine" almost made me cry. What a beautiful connection and gift ❤️
Right? That was such a meaningful and loving act of acceptance and connection
Yup, she got me there too. What a special moment she shared there. I wiped a few tears for sure. Definitely felt the love in that moment she gave a glimpse into. ❤
I think her mother gave her own oath ring, to quote: " I hope you have been as faithful to your vows as I've been to mine," It might be a wedding ring though I am not certain.
You could see her start to get emotional too🥺
@@jaredmetz2273 It wouldn't be an aoth ring given those are from/for nuns, and nuns naturally don't have children, and this was mother to child. Apologies if I missed something though x
I stayed with The Poor Clares after my mum died and Sister Gabriel spent ages talking with me. She is a beautiful human. God just shines from her.
Aw that is so precious. And how wonderful you found solace there.
How does one stay with them? Is that a regular thing they do or is it only in special circumstances?
@@natasha5937 They have a guest house, Natasha. Anyone can stay.
This reminds me of the movie "White Oleander" where Michelle Pfeiffer says "Did you know there's an entire order called the Poor Claires?"
@@donnac279 oh wow! That’s so cool!
I love how she really thinks about her answers, she seems like such a beautiful non judgemental person
i really like how the team didn't edit the moments of silence too! they felt very meaningful
I feel like I could’ve conversed with this woman for hours.
same, and i'm a satanist!
Me too Oliver she was very engaging and real … great to be able to relate to her 🙏
How come EVERYTHING is forgivable? Is being Adolf Hitler forgivable as well?
@@emmanuelbeaucage4461you should read about the horrors demonic possession. True cases...
@@emmanuelbeaucage4461repent and believe in Christ
Hearing her say she’s not totally sure what happens after death was something so comforting for some reason
I know what you mean!
it's kind of making me cry. not in a bad way... it was reassuring. every religious person that I've ever known has been exceedingly confident in their reply that they know exactly what's going to happen after they die and so I felt like I could never tell anyone that I was unsure. And as a result I've always been afraid, And for some reason which seems super counterintuitive her saying that she doesn't know makes me feel like it's not scary
which makes no sense because then well we don't know and isn't that more alarming but apparently it's not because it makes me feel good
Average Muslims know what could happen during and after death. It depends on whether they had a life of good deeds or bad deeds.
@@humanbeing3946 yeah it's based on works, like Catholics. with Christians it's either based on works or it's based on Grace.
for Muslims though, the issue is that they all have a different interpretation of what good works are.
Come to India and you'll what happens. For real
I’m an atheist and I’m very critical of the Catholic Church but I really enjoyed this. I love this woman’s perspective on things and she seems lovely. If this is what religion was like more often and less divisive and hurtful, I wouldn’t be so firmly against it.
Me too, but the moment she said 'I don't know' to what happens after death I felt a lot of animosity go away. Her focus on loving others is also admirable.
I'm 45. Schooling started out in catholic school and nuns were not nice. By fifth grade I'd left spiritually.
Watching the younger nuns speak, it does help the trauma and anger to dissipate a bit.
Same here. I generally don’t like Catholicism (or really, religion in general), but I really enjoyed listening to her. It also helps that she has a very calming way of speaking :)
@@drakegeralds699 your compassion is lacking and your pride abounds.
Never forget that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. It's nothing we did, but was and is Christ. We are all lazy, we are all sinners, we have all fallen short next to the glory of God.
God loves even those who hate Him. He's waiting on them to come "home" to Him. We are meant to represent His love in the world. Not condemnation and judgement.
@@drakegeralds699it is so much lazier to say "God works in mysterious ways", "God is great!", "We are not to know God's plan" and over stinking BS statements that are utterly meaningless. Say that to wife who is terminally ill dying in a Hospice right now from Cancer after just turning 40, so to leave me and our kids. You think that God designs such an evil plan for someone, someone who was planning on being a nun and chose love family and freedom over repression? Don't be a weak simple minded sheep. Take life head on a recognise the chaos of the Universe and the proven scientific forces that are all around us and that there is no watcher/caretaker...someone out there who cares about any of us and you will be a better human being as you will care for others around you and help those in need not because of an imaginary friend but because it is Right.
I like this lady. I am not a religious person, but I could make a friendship with this lady. She rocks.
Listening to Sister Gabriel is like a warm hug. I can’t imagine how comforting it must be to speak to her in person!
I had the privilege of spending a couple of hours talking with her a few years ago. She is incredible. She brought me back from a very dark place.
You are so blessed
Yes 🙌 ❤she is that person, you wish you have around you when things come to the end ❤
"Sin is something that takes you away from God"...This is the most beautiful definition of sin that I've heard...no judgement and litanies of what sin is or what it takes to commit it. You are so beautiful, Sister Gabriel!!
It’s the truth 😊. As a devout Catholic myself, can confirm this is the theological teaching/definition of what sin is. And for practicing Catholics there is no sin that can completely remove you from God if you receive the sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession)
As a Christian, this is also what I believe about sin. It was so nice to hear her say this, I wish more people shared that this is what sin is, and yeah not so judgmental and strict about what’s considered sin.
@SophieMaria13 I agree wholeheartedly. It also leaves room for the New Testament idea that sin for one person may not be sin for another. I think that's really important too.
@@eapeoples1020that’s really true. I guess in the same way some things are healing for some but not for others. Healing could be the opposite of sin. That which brings us closer to God.
I thought the exact same thing! Loved her answer
I love that this woman didn't try and say there is no abuse in the catholic church, instead apologising and wishing them healing in a way. That was beautiful.
I'm not religious but I appriciate some people need something to beleive in. This woman does that without delusion. I could listen to her all day. Sister Gabriel is the GOAT.
I know of no Catholic, that has ever said “there is no abuse in the Catholic Church”. It would be like denying sin, when as Catholics, we know sin exists, and thus people choose to be sinful. Wish more people were willing to listen to Catholics, because we don’t like the abuse in the Catholic Church and have been fighting it. We also don’t like the abuse that takes place in other places. But of course that does not fit the media narrative.
@@kagehato The first line seems to be a red herring. Catholics don't quote that statement, but the Catholic church has protected and relocated abusers instead of reporting abuse or holding anyone accountable... So there's that.
Abuse is not exclusive to Catholics, but it's notable because religion is the supposed paragon of morality. The betrayal of trust feels even greater, to the general public and Catholics.
@@kagehato Yeah idk where this idea that "Catholics were fine with the scandals" came from. All I can think is they just consume what media outlets say mindlessly instead of talking to actual Catholics who had to react to and deal with what happened. No Catholic I've met (I'm Catholic, I know a LOT) would tell you they were happy with the scandals or how the higher ups handled it. A lot of us had and have called for justice to be served and for priests and bishops to be stripped of their titles for being involved or covering it up
No one wants to look deeper because they just use it as an excuse to hate us and the church, even tho they don't know what the church actually teaches nine times out of ten
as someone who grew up Catholic and is now no longer even Christian, I grew up with Catholics who constantly talked about how there was abuse and what a travesty it was, and every Catholic I know did. it's not to say that there aren't Catholics who deny it, but it's an extremely well known issue among Catholics and Catholics are the ones who have rooted out other Catholics for such abuse... it's *the church* and those with power in it that tend to hide abusers or BE abusers. It's fucked up.
It’s not about “needing” something to believe in. Ppl really have a huge misunderstanding about why ppl have a relationship with God.
On top of that, the negative stereotypes of Christians is vastly overblown. The nicest and most charitable ppl I’ve ever met have been Christians. Obviously, any bad person can be a part of any religion, but atheists aren’t more loving. More arrogant? Often, yes. More loving? No…
Shes so very measured and truly thinks before she speaks. This was awesome. Thank you
Being an astronautical engineer and NUN...Definitely she does know things much more then anybody else...so listen, learn and respect. Amen
*THAN anybody else
And then atheists say Christianity is against Science.... Haha😂
Fake engineer
If someone that clever thinks there is an invisible man in the sky then it must be true.
@@piyushjaininventor why?an engineer can't be religious?
I had one nun as a teacher in a former nunnery run school. Everyone was scared of her "because she is a nun". She had a great sense of humor, sang in the halls on her way to class, cursed at computers and danced on stage during a goodbye ceremony for the graduates. She now is in charge of the Ursuline sisters in Flanders, but man she lived and breathed teaching. I love her still
I used to go to an Ursuline school, the nuns were brilliant
my mom is a nurse in a nursing home and all the nuns she has taken care of have had the mouths of a trucker 🤣🤣
I'm not a Christian but I have met several nuns in my life. They are have been super kind and fun. I think the nuns who teach might be a bit different. Or so I've heard.
What subject did she teach?
Ok
I almost became a Poor Clare nun. But then life happened, I got mixed up with the wrong man, got arrested and put on trial for a very serious crime, and I was sent to prison. And through all of the judgement, the world putting me on trial and branding me as a villain, and the sheer trauma of court and prison, the Poor Clare nuns I once almost joined did nothing but LOVE ME and PRAY FOR ME through it all. When I started my sentence in jail, they were the first ones to write me a letter. I didn’t think I’d be released, but two years ago God granted me an early release and I went home on the Feast of St. Francis. My Poor Clare monastery was the first place I went to after getting out. You couldn’t have picked a better, more beautiful, more luminous order of nuns to showcase in these videos. Sister Gabriel, may God Reward You for shining your light!
Pax et Bonum (Peace and All Good) - Chiara
Luminous is the right word, all right. This good woman glows with the pure love of Christ.
Wow, that is quite a story. Nuns are so wise and accepting. Its nice to meet people who do their utmost to quash whatever judgements they may have, and just love.
I hope that you have found peace in your life.
It sounds like you were attacked by the evil one?? It seems the prayers of holy nuns can move mountains. God can turn your suffering into something beautiful; He will use It for His Glory. Your testimony of the Poor Clares being one. Prayers for you.
nuns are the best !
Your testimony brought tears to my eyes, thank you for sharing.
Seems to me you found your way back to God. I hope you find peace, comfort and happiness in your future path. God bless ✨
Why did her answers bring tears to my eyes. What a kind soul. Indeed, a bright light pointing to Jesus
Sadly, she didn't talk about Jesus.
@@tomgunn8004? Yes she did
@@tomgunn8004did you watch the video
Her answers also made me tear up. It was so honest, pure, and non-judgemental. Thank you to all the nuns for praying for us.
“I think that sin is something that takes you away from God.” Wow. Really puts it into perspective. God doesn’t want us to sin; not because it makes him angry, but because it weakens our relationship with him. He loves us, and wants communion with us, but sin makes that path longer and more difficult to achieve.
Romans 8 & Psalms 32
prophet said: sin is that which wavers in your mind
Bhagavad Gita: As it is explains this topic in detail
I absolutely loved that answer too, because by putting it that way it shows that it's not about specific actions being inherently sinful, but it's about the role those actions play in your life, namely, taking you away from living your life fully, creatively, doing good and in contact with some higher scope.
It's interesting that she didn't mention that God can forgive our sins because He sent Jesus to die on the cross to take the punishment for our sins.
Jesus has 'paid' for our salvation. Now we can come to Jesus and receive the 'free' gift of eternal salvation.
... The Gospel according to John
I grew up in a convent with nuns who took in single mothers of domestic violence. I lived there with my mother and siblings for two years and those were the best years of my childhood. The sisters were so loving and supportive. I would walk with one of the nuns every morning as she prayed and she passed away a decade ago and I still think about her all the time. Nuns will always have a special place in my heart.
Where was this. As in which country
@@blueheaven4838 it was in the US. In California
@@salmarodriguez7067 Thanks. It's sad what happens to children and single mothers when one faces a broken family.
You are lucky. There was a long period in Ireland where single mothers and their children were taken in by Nuns only for the mothers to be put to work in workhouses and the children sold for adoption. That's assuming the children didn't die first and get dumped in a mass grave.
God bless you
I'm a Muslim woman and I enjoyed this so very much. You can just feel her light. God is in all of us but her light is in a different level.
But she's not a Muslim to technically no heaven for her right 😘
Love your comment❤
Her light is satans light. It is the darkness of kufr.
Does Islam say 'God' or Allah/Ilah is in all human beings?
@@knisayusuf no in Islam, Allah is everywhere by His knowledge. Meaning that He can hear and see everything. Physically Allah is above His throne, above the seven heavens. High above. Hope that makes sense
I feel cleaner after watching this video. I hope you'll have her on here again, she's wonderful.
I am at a loss for words.
This is true Christianity.
If only all all the world could love like she is telling us.
What a fantastic place the world be.
Sister Gabriel. Thank you so much.
I am 80 and you are 53.
You have given me much food for thought.
This is how you get to hell the hard way. Jesus will tell her that he doesn't know her.
It's wonderful that you are still open to learning at 80 years old, and from people decades younger. I learned a lot from this video too. How strange that someone left a nasty reply to your comment; that's the internet for you isn't it!
I have believed for a long time that we are never too old to learn.
Thank you for your lovely words.
She is a Lovely Woman but i just wants to know if they are reading the same Bible that Christians read. Coz its written in the Bible that Jesus is coming back
i believe it is a different bible, the one i read is the King James version but Catholicism is a denomination of Christianity or just one of that many branches, so their bibles are a bit different
This lady exudes love, deep thought, and intelligence. It's obvious that she's captured lots of people's hearts with her humility. I wish someone would have asked her what drew her to be a nun ❤
"Do you have more than one habit?"
"Yes. Two."
I laughed so hard, that was such an awesome response. Sister Gabriel has strong comedic skill.
Same 🤣🤣
Also the "great choice great film. ...Great eyes" 😂😂
I am an atheist who was extremely religious up until my early twenties. If Sister Gabriel reads any of these comments I hope she knows that the impact she has through her compassion, kindness, and vows are appreciated, even to those of us who are not believers. Her faith and devotion are admirable.
I feel you ... what made you draw away it?
@@allesaufanfang-sarah I'm assuming you mean what made me leave religion? Assessing my beliefs, scripture, the church and its structure (and any church for that matter). The short of it is - I was born into religious belief. It made sense and surrounded me and shaped my view of the world. When the veil was lifted and I realized I didn't actually believe anything in the Bible, it was time for me to go.
At the time I decided to leave religion entirely, it was an extreme choice due to being raised in what I believe to be a cult. That was around 10 years ago and since then I have grown to understand many things in my life to be trauma caused by religion, church, my faith and the belief structures it left me with, etc. Although I am not a believer, I can recognize and respect the beliefs of others (like Sister Gabriel). Although I wholeheartedly disagree with her belief system broadly, I value that it has led her down a path of virtue and compassion.
😊😊😊@@themollygrove
Everybody loves the truth seeker right up until the moment that you actually find the truth and stick with it. Go searching for the truth. You’ll find it. I don’t know if you’ll be happy to settle upon it though. May God bless you.
fanatisism, and blind fanatisism at that is not being extremely religious, is confusing an ideology, a fantasy with the real, and ultimately not understanding what's at the heart of religion. Saying something like not believing anything in the Bible lacks any sense, that has nothing to do with faith since faith has very little to do with engaging in propositions of fact.
her saying "i dont know" to some questions was quite comforting. it makes it feel less scary in a way
When LadBible started I don’t think many people would have foreseen it going in this direction - delivering brilliant, deep, thought provoking content. Massive props
Couldn't agree more: this is open, grown up, content. Amazing development of the channel.
Yeah who doesn't remember cleavage Thursday (or whatever day it was) 😂 when it was just a Facebook page.
@@mrb435 'Top Ten Alleyways to Take a Piss in in Leeds' etc
It's crazy you can create such a big company from stealing content from other people
Yes more content like this please
I have so much respect for someone with the ability to say, "I don't know". I don't share her world view but I have so much respect and love for absolutely every person who is able to love others that see the world in a different light than they do. We need more people like her. ❤
You can tell she’s SAT with herself for a long time and understands her thoughts feelings and emotions. Love how she answers the wuestions
So sad to hear that this lovely woman has been abused for her faith... but the grace she handles this and the generosity of spirit she shows is so inspiring. I'm a lapsed Catholic but people like this are the best of the church. x
I so agree. What kind of a savage person spits on another for the clothes they are wearing?!
@@vineflower alot of people actually on not just religious clothing but also cultural clothing aswell its disgusting looking at others who are different from you are looked down upon
You will be ever hearing but never understanding
There is a long line of groups who have been spat on. We see them as rude but move on.
I am a Theological Noncognitivist and that was why I was spat upon.
Sister ,Gabriel , God bless your heart, thank you.
*This woman is what Christ and God always expected from us, to act like this lady, humble, kind and who understands other people's points of view*
No, I don’t think so.
When she said that she doesn’t know what happens after death. Do you think Jesus in heaven was clapping?
I would say that she blasphemed actually by denying the existence of heaven, she denies our Lords ascension into that place. Blasphemy.
You can know the truth with certainty God has given us rationality to come to that truth .
He has not left his church without vindication look to the many miracles . Jesus, death, resurrection, and ascension heavenly.
Look to the many miracles done by the church I recommend Fatima Guadalupe Lourdes.
The gospels are eyewitness accounts.
I’ve asked people to do this for me, but compare a few months of miracles at Fatima to this man called Sathya Sai Baba if you go online, Reddit loves this guy. You have no idea how many times I’ve heard the words you should convert to Hinduism being directed at Christians because apparently we have double standards.
I made my determination very obvious to me. Fatima is far more worthy of belief. I find this very funny that when you ask chat, GPT, he agrees with me.. I know it’s a little unfair comparing a lifetime of miracles to just a few months you would think that with such a large span, he would be able to produce even one miracle worthy of consideration I mean the atheist online seem to think that our miracle claims are in the same camp as his they’ve got some blinders on. I told you I asked the AI his answer almost a carbon copy for mine. It’s not bias that leads me to the church. It’s not biased that leads me to Jesus. It’s the truth. It’s the Holy Spirit. It’s God himself.
Who wants to be Catholic nowadays seriously who wants to be a priest who wants to be a nun only those who are most dedicated.
And those who know the truth .
I’ve heard many stories of nuns and priests who have been spat at on the streets. Breaks my heart because they’re being attacked and insulted for wrongs they haven’t committed. I wish people thought a little bit before doing something so disgusting and disrespectful to someone 💔
It's appalling isn't it? As much as I understand people may have been hurt by someone in the church, don't tar everyone with the same brush.
@@charitygoldart but that does not give you the right to be disrespectful to someone 😢
Some priest and nuns are killed for thieir belief...very sad, please respect all religion and religious leaders
I believe in God and I respect all religion 🙏
When I was a child I was told that because I am a Catholic I am a kind of black person and the rules of racial segregation applied to me. All the bad words they called black people I was called too.
That's how people of differing political beliefs, different skin tones, different faiths, basically all of humanity feel just for living their lives.
I LOVE that she constantly reinforces that she “doesn’t know”. She’s given her life to god, but for her it’s clear that also means serving others. It’s care, it’s kindness, it’s love- not absolute certainty about what’s going to happen.
This lady gives off such peace. I could sit with her for hours.
I was going to make a dark humour joke but yes, i agree
@@nachovyofficialomg please do it 😂
@@oylesineebiri1 since his pfp is (presumably) him in a wheelchair, what’s he gonna do, stand with her?
@@nachovyofficial how funny.. 🙄
Nude
I'm Buddhist and I agree with so many things she said, especially about respecting everyone. It's not your religeon, it's your behavior and the choices you make. You can choose bigotry or understanding.
Heyy there! Out of curiosity, what school are you a part of? I've been quite interested in Buddhism recently and trying to learn more about it 🙂
The reason I am not Buddhist is because there is no vindication for anything claimed. Buddha miracles come long after his death. I’ve never seen anybody say well “Here’s how we can know that Buddhism is true.”
I’m sorry, but there is no salvation outside the church. Jesus came to vindicate the truth to provide backing for all the things that are steeped in love faith light.
I appreciate you searching for the truth. Let me say however, that everybody loves a truth seeker, but nobody seems to love someone who is settled upon the truth even after deep investigation following all the celebrated precepts of searching properly.
May All-Mighty God Bless you
@@clairetaylor3365I'm a Buddhist as well, from the Tibetan school Vahrayana
@@TCM1231 I dont think that God/ Buddha/Allah (insert name) really worries about the path, perhaps Buddhism is not right for you, and thats ok. But because you have not found vindication and others have, then thats about having choice in life. I respect both paths. Its all about love, kindness, and acceptance anyway, just choose your own brand right for you.
@@clairetaylor3365 Nichiren Buddhism. To be fair I am not a practicing Buddhist. As a child my family taught me right from wrong, not to judge others and said if I was more interested in religeon (whichever one I chose for myself) I would find it on my own. I am happy as is and found no urge for more.
I won't tell you Jesus is the way, nor Buddha, nor Krishna nor Mohammad, etc. All I would say is find your own way, what calls to you, whichever that would be. Good luck!
My heart broke when she mentioned about people who treated her badly
She is such a kind hearted person and has such a great sense of humour. You didn't deserve that at all❤
I have learnt a lot from the way she doesn't judge and her humility❤❤❤❤
Can you please share her name❤
Much love from Zimbabwe❤❤❤
Her name is Sister Gabriel.
Hearing her voice warble while discussing the abuse 'allegations', all while not one time arguing that they WERE allegations, and outright calling it abuse... incredible. Very grateful for your perspective, thank you
Yes there definitely were abuses. A friend of mine who was a priest, who has now passed, confirmed it to me. I received an insider perspective on how they dealt with it. Those people would be weeded out of the church asap! The problem is that there will always be people who will slip between the cracks. Either way, I still hold anyone who is a member of the church (priest or nun) somewhat responsible for it. Why would anyone want to associate themselves with an establishment with the kind of record of abuse? There were equally many who knew and turned a blind eye. My own mother was a victim of such abuse and all the nuns she worked for knew about it. They all remained silent. If hell exists they're definitely burning in it.
The Catholic Church is the remnants of the Roman Empire, hence the results. They play around with pagan rituals and what they would refer to as witchcraft. Next time you're in a Catholic Church, one that is actually ordained by the Vatican, ask the priest to remove the white cloth covering the alter. When you see the stone embedded within the alter ask them about it. There will be a little area carved out of the stone and filled in with plaster. Now ask them what's inside that plaster. Good luck! 😉 If the church wants to survive it's time they do what Jesus said, follow the man carrying the water-pitcher into the new house. In other words, it's time for the church to reform itself into the 21st century. The age of Pieces is over. Turn the page.
@@amoxzitrue but not with pedophiles and other scum in it.
@@sebastienbolduc5654what's in the plaster? I really wanna know.
If you’re talking about relics in the altar, it’s 100% biblical.
@@sebastienbolduc5654 you were doing so well on the first 3 sentences, then you started tweaking
What a lovely woman.
I don't believe I have ever seen someone so joyful yet so peaceful all at the same time. I believe I could spend hours talking to her.
I like how open and honest she is. I also love her accent. I could listen to her talk all day ❤
Im not religious, but really enjoyed this interview. Her honesty that she doesnt know, was refreshing. Lovely person x
Absolutely agree! So refreshing to hear someone say they dont know and be comfortable in themselves not to know.
Its why I am not convinced by the evangelical preaching kind.
She is a lovely person and follows the 2 most important commandments #1 Love God #2 love each other.
The answer to how will it look when Christ returns is found in Daniel and revelation.
Apostasy will be at its height. False/ phony "teachers / ministers" are many, Heresies flood the church do you must arm yourself with knowing the word because the Truth gets stomped down. He will return in a quick flash and claim His kingdom of followers for the renewal of the earth.
The answer to Does God forgive all sins is a bit more than Yes... He forgives if you repent. There is one sin He does not called " the unpardonable sin" - blasphemy of the holy spirit.
Wolves are in every church . The Roman Catholic Church was not a friend of the Christians or Jews.
26:24 "To be poor means that I don't want to exercise any power over anybody else"
Yes. How beautiful ❤..
My favorite line
She’s so contemplative, open, and honest. Very refreshing!
This woman's soul and passion is palpable through the screen. What a genuine person. I already feel over protective of her.
It’s so comforting to hear her say “I don’t know”. One of my biggest guilts is how much I question and how hard it is for me to blindly believe. I have always said I would like to believe in a God who loves me even if I dont always know. ❤
Hello Hannah, what makes you think that you are suppose to "blindly believe"? God had given you a mind to think with and to ask questions. Im sure God would be pleased that you are using your intelligence. Perhaps the reason that you struggle with this is a misunderstanding. Be a good and kind person, follow your intuition and do not fear. I hope that it works out for you x
One of the things I'm most grateful for when it comes to religion is that I had a wonderful teacher, himself a catholic priest, who was adamant that questioning wasn't a bad thing at all - in fact he wanted us to question everything, especially things he said. He not only taught me critical thinking skills, he also removed so much stress around the idea of faith for me, because I never really developed the idea faith had to be blind. Instead I learned that sometimes if you question something, you actually come to the conclusion that this is the right thing for you (or to do), but now you stand behind it with more conviction. Forbidding questions just makes you scared.
And a god who only loves you if you're perfect and never have any questions at all, is not a god worth believing in and it is certainly not the god I believe in.
No where in Scripture does it say, don't ask, don't be curious. It is more about this being your world to discover, study, enjoy, and share. Only the smartest people say *I don't know* because they have a clue as to how much more there is to know. How little we know, how much there is to learn.
Of what God has said in Scripture, we know God loves us. How that is played out in our lives is our adventure to find out. We are loved with all our dreams, and all our failures. He is with us, we are not alone.
Jesus provides vindication for everything that he claims by his life, death, resurrection, and ascension into heaven
His church continues to verify and vindicate his claims by the miracles that they do through his power
I highly recommend you look into Fatima Portugal, or Lords France, the shroud of Turin, our Lady of Guadalupe and the miraculous Tilma just look into the miracles that Christ church still does today and as well, I want you to study seriously the eyewitness nature of the gospels as well, the very early attestation that we have towards The truth of the Christian faith can be found not just in the Bible alone, but also in many adjacent documents, such as the didache
I think the only reason that this woman would have to say that she doesn’t know is because she is poorly catechized, but the truth is out there. All you have to do is look for it. God gave us rational minds so that we could come to know him by rationality he gave us faith so that we could keep, our eyes on him all the time when we’re faced with insurmountable circumstances that our rationality cannot conquer.
I asked an atheist to do this for me earlier I’m going to ask for you to do the same thing you have the same problem just a different degrees.
I want you to compare the miracles at Fatima Portugal 1913 to all the miracles of Sathya Sai Baba a little unfair I know comparing a whole lifetime of miracles to just a few months worth, but I really do mean I dare you to find even one competing non-Christian miracle claim that is even worth looking at. I asked the AI to compare Sathya Sai Baba to Fatima I would give you the whole reply, but just know he found Fatima to be much more likely ask yourself.
If you’ve never heard of this guy before I highly recommend you read his Wikipedia article or just type in his name in Google and then Reddit afterwards Reddit loves this guy, especially r/atheism and all the skeptics on the Christianity and Catholic boards too. Not the cream of the crop, I know, but One conceive very clearly the argument that they’re going for. I just also see very clearly how it leaks water as a sinking ship.
My 9th grade religion teacher in Catholic School encouraged us to question. She told us to be afraid of and avoid anything that doesn’t like questions. The Church welcomes honest questions and gives honest answers and that is a good thing. Questioning is how we learn and grow. I remember she even said we can be upset with God when things aren’t making sense! As she put it, “He is a big boy. He can handle it.” If we are upset. Honest questions are a sign you are seeking the truth! That is a good thing! You are not supposed to blindly follow because a blind following of God would be so shallow and weak. You wouldn’t get to know God very well that way.
I appreciate so much how intentional she is with her words and how she takes time to really consider what she would like to say. It's an enviable trait to possess. While I am not religious myself, I went to a Franciscan college and was surrounded by Franciscan nuns. I can appreciate their core values!
Growing up and surviving abuse from the church, this lady is really cool and spot on. She isn’t full of herself. I’d drink her fav beers and vibe with her 100%
Oh man, this is where it all started. My dearest Sr. Gabriel, feels like a lifetime ago. I love her to bits!!!❤❤❤ She's the sweetest ever and I honestly feel priviledged and honoured to know her now.
Just fyi I sent her some of the comments. She was really amazed that so many people watched this and even more surprised by all the loving comments!
She seems like a very genuine and kind person. I wholeheartedly disagree with the Catholic church's existence, but she clearly lives her beliefs and has taken on board the best parts of what it *should* be to be a Catholic.
I have no idea why this showed up on my feed, but I am so grateful it did. I thoroughly enjoyed listening to this beautiful woman’s answers. What a gracious, thoughtful woman. Thank you!
Ironically I left because I wanted to get married and have children. However, God had other plans for me as I ended up teaching in a Catholic school, leading the music in my parish church (which I’m still doing after 50 years), and am still single!!! I wouldn’t have changed anything about my 6 years in the convent… it certainly helped shape who I am today.
Lol it is worth a try! It seems you’ve found your path regardless☺️. God bless you!
Bless. We need more single layhood. I think in this day and age we are going to start seeing a rise in consecrated virginity and celibacy. I have a friend who is discerning it right now. It's just something that a lot of folks forget and it's definitely an important vocation to consider
lol that's so ironic
I'm just curious to know. Did you choose to remain single or it just happened. Did you never feel like going back to being a nun afterwards.
@@tanujabhatt4046well I dated a few different people for many years but I just never seemed to feel called to marry them. So I suppose it was a choice. I never felt like returning to religious life probably because I was involved in so many jobs most having religious connections. I often told people I felt like I was still in religious life but paying my own bills!!!!!
I’m not religious but the life of nuns is so fascinating to me. She sounds exceedingly wise and I want to hear more from her
So humble. I like that she's comfortable saying "I don't know.".
Studying in a nun-run all-girls' school, I'm not very fond of nuns. But Sister Gabriel is so calm and I would love to spend my time conversing and listening to her.
Develop the individual confidence to be just like Sister Gabriel and become an example for the nuns you're not fond of to take inspiration
What do you have against nuns?
My 7th school was a convent school, all girls, most of us day pupils, 1958-63. I hated it.
@@pynn1000 7th school?
@@TheDennys21 Not uncommon. For me: Central London, Ireland (Cookstown), Egypt (Ismailia), Yemen, home education for a few months because the school had been turned into a hospital, small town outside London, school nearer London (number 7). Army brat is the nearest US equivalent.
Just watching and listening to her makes me feel okay. I haven’t been okay. If you pray, please pray for me. I love Sister. Gabriel. She smart, witty, straightforward, cute, introspective. The vow of poverty was one of my favorite parts.
Praying for you.
Praying for you this evening.
Orando por ti esta noche.
@@emiliozebra Deo gratia
I pray for you ❤
What is sin? Sin is what takes you away from God, that is the most beautiful answer I have ever heard of what sin is.
"is what takes you away from God"
@@lilme7052 yes 👍🏻
@@lilme7052 I changed it😄I am Dutch and English isn’t my native language
She is indeed a beautiful lady.
‘Sin is what takes you away from God’ - that just sat in the air for so long, no explanation. It wasn’t judgemental, or damning, but we all know in our hearts when and what we’ve done wrong and how it took us in the opposite direction on god. It points the way back. Beautiful.
To say that "Sin is anything that moves you away from God" is the most Christian, beautiful statement I've ever heard a Christian person say. That statement is free of judgement, hate and in my view, exudes Christ's message and love.
I felt a sudden and sharp some kind of emotion when she spoke about receiving her mama's wedding band !!!!!!😮😢❤
So did I...shed a little tear
@@margaretrutherford5548 right ? I don't understand what these people are talking about?
It's a wedding band?
@@Aleeleebug yep.
I want a hug from her, such a genuine soul. Such a rarity
That's exactly what I was thinking too.
This woman is a role model for our society and I hope young women will look up to her and her example.
What an incredible woman. I felt like a flower reaching for the sun the whole time I was listening to her. I felt such light and warmth and peace and love and kindness radiating from her and could listen to her for hours. Thank you for this video. She is a truly blessed woman indeed and we were lucky for this short time of her wisdom and insight.
Sister Gabriel exudes kindness and empathy. I'm sure a lot of people watching who have experienced religious trauma or harm are feeling a small part of their heart heal from her words and her presence.
When are you people gonna stop talking about religions trauma? I suffered more trauma from my atheist hedonist parents/ progressive teachers all throughout school than I ever have from any religious person.
When I was raped by a male cousin at 6 was it religious trauma then too?
Religious people are statistically better off in every metric than non religious counterparts. Happiness, health, wealth. Etc
Such a vibrant yet calming aura. Thank you for being yourself, this was refreshing 👏🏾
Sister Gabriel was absolutely delightful. I'm so glad I watched.
Sister Gabriel you are a fantastic speaker. Very articulate and what a wonderful wholesome person you are.
I absolutely love sister Gabriel. Shes honest and sweet.
I am very religious, catholic, AND FRANCISCAN 😍 (as the sister) and I love watching this kind of videos. The spirit of this Sister is the way we Christian Catholics must reflect.
I'm more leaning towards Benedictine (have Rule of St Benedict in my apartment), but I'm right there with ya
I’ve done gardening for the convent she is from. What a small world! All the sisters I met there were some of the kindest people I’ve met 🙏
Sister Gabriel has such a soothing personality and voice, she is very obviously devoted and kind and it makes me feel comfortable in a way, very lovely woman, you can tell!
I had a teacher like her. I really respect those types of women. They are intelligent and matured mind. I learnt loads with them
"The one who sings prays twice", it was St. Augustine who said it, sister.
What a lovely person you are, despite any religion convictions, it was delightful to meet you.
What do you mean by despite religious convictions?
@@rob585 Being or not religious.
@laverdadescatolica5 me?
As a Catholic she’s a great example to me of our faith and intentions ❤ great video thank you Sister Gabriel for showing contemplative wisdom through your devotion to God
I adore the fact that this honesty box episode has the most views. Sister Gabriel is an absolute gem 💐
I'm Muslim born kinda agnostic person, but i listened her every word with calm and eagerly. It's soo southing to hear sister's talk. She has very charming personality.!!
Why watch
Your Muslim?
By born I'm Muslim.
You are basically Agnostic not a Muslim
@@afifakimih8823did you turn away from the Most Merciful dear sister?
The Fransiscan nuns have been a big part of our community here in the Faroe Islands. Some of them worked in my kindergarten and school. We are all very sad that their ministry now has ended and that they don't get to live the rest of their lives here, but as one sister said, "We go where God calls us. He still has a plan for us". I respect that ❤
"I hope you will be faithful to your vows as I've been to mine"--- wow! speaks a lot!
ugh I just love her, her energy is just so warm and comforting, i just want to be her friend
Her soul radiates love, peace and contemplative intelligence . Feeling gratitude for the generous manner in which she opened her heart with each answer.
I have studied in an all boys convent for 12 years. Our sisters and brothers who taught us ,made us good men
What a wonderful, humble lady. I grew up in a catholic school run by nuns and they have wonderful personalities, mindsets and are generally such lovely people. I wish sister Gabriel a healthy and bright future and I wish that for the lovely nuns from my childhood too
Sister Gabriel beams with inner beauty. Her inner light is what society so desperately needs. Thank you Sister Gabriel for your honest poignant answers to those random questions.
It’s so heartwarming reading the comments and feeling the love for Sister Gabriel from all walks of life and all religious / secular beliefs 🥹❤️
Being an ex religious person who will never go back, this was really lovely. Sister Gabriel was so well spoken and truly a joy to listen to!
Everybody loves the truth seeker, but the minute that you actually find the truth, you’re an evil villain.
Jesus vindicates all the claims he makes .
I’ve never seen any vindication for Buddhist clams
Joy, may I pray for you.
@@jennifertselentis4755 no cause that’s not my name
Never say never lol
My favorite aunt was a nun. Sister Gabriel reminds me so much of her. Such a vibrant life before taking up vows, such a cheeky sense of humor, such a calming presence that just exudes grace and love for everything. They're both so open to everything. This video had me crying from missing her so much. Rest in peace, Sister Penny.
I love her sincerity and how in touch with herself she is. Her ability to see herself and her experiences for what they are with an open mind and compassionate heart and be totally honest about her imperfections and accept them. Her humility reminds me that the human experience is different for us all and that despite what she believes in and the way she chooses to live her life, her experience is of no less value than my own.
So good to hear her honesty and bravery speaking out against wrong dooers within her church. Shes a fantastic person. Its very sad to hear she was spat at. When I visited Vatican City, my wife was spat at by what appeared to be a nun. It was vile. Hate is hate whatever your creed. Our son is called Gabriel as well!
This was incredible. I found her honesty and willingness to say “I don’t know” so incredibly refreshing. It almost makes me think I could actually believe again in a different way. Her love, joy, peace, (and I’m sure the other fruit as well) shined through her and made me feel more at peace. And her sense of humor was awesome! She is obviously very intelligent and well educated. My faith has dissipated over the last decade, but there is so much I could learn from this woman and should seek to emulate.
I really appreciate what Sister Gabriel said about faith and mystery. She's an absolute gem.
Her reaction at 8:52 is just pure honesty. Not being sure is a Human experience.
What a wonderful woman Sister Gabriel is. I could listen to her talk all day, she’s fascinating, she’s educated, and she’s just so grounded. No judgement, no negativity, nothing but love and respect. Really enjoyed this episode 🙂
I am so very grateful to Sister Gabriel and all the other Poor Clare nuns who have been praying for a little baby with spina bifida. His birth has been nothing short of a miracle and he is moving his limbs. It has been a very challenging time for his family as he has been in and out of hospital but back home again now. He's beautiful and such a happy baby. Thank you dear Sisters!
Sister Gabriel was so witty, her eyes twinkled with mischief.
I felt so peaceful and relaxed after listening to her. Just wonderful!
She reminds me of every nun or Sister I've ever met. That same light and rootedness is in her. I grew up Catholic and I still am. If you're reading this and have been hurt or offended or abused by representatives of the Church, you never deserved that, and what they did was a betrayal of their professed beliefs.
Oh my gosh, she's ADORABLE❤️❤️❤️ Sister Gabriel is LOVE, bless her❤ I wish she was working in the community, as she would make such a MASSIVE difference to so many people's lives❤️ she's proper cheeky and so real, and doesn't try at any point to push her beliefs on anything she's asked❤️ Also, serious question- why are Nun's skin always SO GOOD?!!! She's got the most beautiful, even skin tone❤️ I just want to sit and have a cuppa with Sister Gabriel❤️❤️
Shes a gem! Im not religious and found a lot of joy watching this video. Her honesty was refreshing. The church is very lucky to have her. ❤
She makes me want to become a better christian with how i spread the gospel and how i approach life