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Fill: A God in the Pew (4a/4)

[hermione_vader]

Once the lower-ranked priests completed the petitions, music emanated from the pipe organ again and the congregation's voices swelled over the organ's odd tones in a rather pleasing manner. Thor supposed that the good voices drowned out the bad: the elderly woman sitting behind him was impossibly tone deaf, but Mary Claire and her mother sang very sweetly, and even the twins' small voices were rather pleasant. The other people around carried the tune fairly well, too.

While Thor listened to the music, a small group of middle-aged and elderly men and one elderly woman walked up the aisle from the front holding out baskets attached to poles into the pews. People dropped dollar bills and envelopes into the baskets.

Such an act in this place confused Thor. "They allow begging in here

Re: Fill: A God in the Pew (4e/4)

[hermione_vader]

Awesome! Thank you so much!

I'm glad Steve's answers sound like Steve---I was worried they sounded very basic. Aw, yeah, the Cardinal! He seems like he'd get behind the whole superhero thing if he existed in the Marvel universe.

Re: Fill: A God in the Pew (4e/4)

[hazel_belle]

No, but as a Catholic, sometimes I find it hard to explain certain things because I know the answer but I don't know how say it without sounding preachy, but you did a fabulous job.

And oh yeah the Cardinal would definitely get behind it... he'd probably be like "yes...." and secret fist pump in the air.

Re: Fill: A God in the Pew (4e/4)

[hermione_vader]

Yeah, that was kind of difficult. I just had to approach it as "If I had never, ever set foot in a church before, what would stand out to me most and what questions would I have? What questions would a Norse god/alien have?" and go from there.

LOL, yes. I like to think he secretly thinks Thor is an angel of some sort, sent in a disguise that would impress modern society, but he can't say that to the congregation because the Vatican probably wouldn't like that. ;)

Re: Fill: A God in the Pew (4e/4)

[hermione_vader]

This is neat. The bit with Thor praying is my favorite. I kind of expected some reference to Odin's sacrifice...although I am not sure if that is Marvel-canon...

Re: Fill: A God in the Pew (4e/4)

[hermione_vader]

Thank you!

I kind of expected some reference to Odin's sacrifice...although I am not sure if that is Marvel-canon...

I just went with movie-canon, where Odin lost his eye in battle instead of giving it up to gain knowledge, and instead went with Thor's sacrifice against the Destroyer in Puente Antiguo (which was incredibly Christlike).

Re: Fill: A God in the Pew (4e/4)

[vethica]

This fic is perfection. ♥

Re: Fill: A God in the Pew (4e/4)

[semi_subtle]

Wow, I really enjoyed this. It's so refreshing to see such a well-thought out and researched kinkmeme fill. Great work, this was a real treat.

Re: Fill: A God in the Pew (4e/4)

[12gatsunohime]

Oh. Wow. Okay, I'm not religious at all, but the way this is written has me a bit misty-eyed. Likely because of Thor praying for Loki, but I guess he prays a bit differently than I would've thought. Cardinal Dolan was fantastic, even though I've never heard of him, and Gabriel and his family were lovely. Also, this is sort of how I imagine I'd be at a Mass, because I was raised Protestant. XD; Still, this was beautiful, and I thank you for writing it.

(Also, I admit to cackling at Gabriel's persistence with Super-Jesus. XD)

Re: Fill: A God in the Pew (4e/4)

[semiseverus]

Oh Thor, your prayer for Loki hit me right in the feels. And the rest of the fic was just as awesome. Wonderful fill!

Re: Fill: A God in the Pew (4e/4)

[hermione_vader]

Very glad I decided to read this. It was beautiful. You've described the service enough that I didn't feel like an idiot following along, but I also was able to understand it completely. Thor's perspective was the perfect balance to keep this entertaining. The story was perfectly woven and amazing to read. Thanks for sharing.

Re: Fill: A God in the Pew (4e/4)

[mozzarellaroses]

I love this! This is sensitive and very much in depth with the Catholic faith as I know it, and definitely sweet. The bit with Thor praying for Loki just touched me.

Re: Fill: A God in the Pew (4e/4)

[hermione_vader]

This is probably one of the best fills I have found so far. I really enjoyed the little bits where Thor, as a complete outsider, had trouble with bits of the service. They allow begging? and the cannibalism remarks made me giggle, for that's what it must seem to a stranger of those customs. Steve was spot-on, courteous and patient with his explanations. I really REALLY enjoyed your Cardinal! Swell guy (:
Everything was well timed and written, I'm glad to have been able to read it. Thanks for writing, and thanks for sharing it with the meme!!!!

Re: Fill: A God in the Pew (4e/4)

[hermione_vader]

My Catholic feels and my Avengers feels are about to explode together in happiness and lay down and die. This is so exciting! I loved this story - Cardinal Dolan is absolutely fantastic and one of my favorite Church leaders. I love it!

Re: Fill: A God in the Pew (4e/4)

[hermione_vader]

That was actually disappointing. There was so much potential in this prompt. Thor's reaction to everything was out of character. You gave us a nonchristian's perspective, not a GOD'S perspective.
I guess I'd be less butthurt if it wasn't for the fact that I literally fell on my face trying to read this and walk (100% my fault, I'm an idiot) and now I'm sore and I didn't even get a funny fic out of it.
Your writing is pretty good though. I'm sure it's great for people who like catholicism. I'm just grumpy and I couldn't relate.

Re: Fill: A God in the Pew (4e/4)

[hermione_vader]

Thank you for your honesty. Just wondering: what specifically was out-of-character in this fic for you? I'm asking because I'd like to consider it while writing future fics.

If you're still interested in this prompt, there are two other fills beneath the prompt, though they also feature Catholicism. You're absolutely welcome to share your perspective and give us a fourth fill. I'd be very glad to read it.