I'M CONFUSED!

Dear KERYGMA,

I'm 17 years old and a sophomore college student of UP.

Being in a state university taught me to be open-minded and critical about everything. I guess that's not bad at all. I'm also grateful that I've developed a deep sense of self-worth, responsibility and self-confidence. I was a shy girl and self-consciousness has always been my problem. When I entered the university, I discovered that I need not feel inferior. Even my father is very proud that I'm in UP.

My problem is my faith. It's been crumbling since I entered college. I was born and raised a faithful Catholic, I was with many religious organizations then and we always went to church every Sunday. I even spent my high school years at a good Catholic school.

But ever since I started the school year at UP, I've been confused and skeptical about many things, like the existence of God, Jesus Christ and the dogmas of the church. The Bible confuses me, too. I can't help but think of these things from an analytical point of view.

I've always known in my heart that God is alive and He's with me. But because there are a lot of distractions around the state university, like the lifestyle, the freedom of expression, the culture, and the general frame of mind on campus, I can't help but have doubts and confusions.

I want to be a person of faith and understanding, but I don't want to give up my education because I know I have the right to a good future. But I also want to love my God. I want to graduate with my faith intact and I know I can. I just need some help and probably a friend who can share with me, one who will give me sound advice that I can understand and appreciate.

Thanks and God bless.

MARGJE

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