Sermon #2 | video

[raptura]

[Oh look, for once Pucci's putting his face to a post on the network! ...As username: viadolorosa still, but that's how it is sometimes. There's a few seconds of him trying to get a good angle on bracelet cam, before he smiles warmly and offers everyone a little wave.]

Hello. If we haven't met, I'm Father Pucci, and...I think that I can be of use to at least some of you. I've been under the impression that, even after some months here, adaptation to our need for chroma generation and the methods the moons drive us to use can still make people feel...Uncomfortable, I suppose. Amongst other things. And generally being in a new place with such differing morality can be hard.

So, what I'm offering is simple! We all have our social networks for the tough times, and services to assist with that besides. But if you just want to talk to someone, perhaps I can help you come to terms with this new place. Or simply listen if you have anything on your mind. I'm experienced with listening to people, as well as practicing confidentiality, for what that might be worth.

I'm sure you'll catch me around, if you're not willing to try and organise some sort of meeting at the moment. I hope that we can talk soon!

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voice;

[freshtilapia]

[Fish's voice comes through a very pleasant androgynous type, they sound relaxed but mostly curious.]

Hi, I take it that you're of some kind of religious order? I mean... just from the word "Father" in your name.

voice in turn!

[raptura]

I'd say that the cross on my chest should've clued you in, but I take it that means nothing, so you're correct in your assumption! I'm a priest, Roman Catholic for what that might be worth, and although I doubt I need to offer full confession to anyone here, I thought that...It might help people's burdens if they had someone to talk to who simply couldn't go tattling on them.

But-- I like to think that I'm a man of more modern cloth, too. A little less fire and brimstone, a little more love and acceptance for thy neighbour.

Video now!

[freshtilapia]

[ Fish is maybe a bit lost in all this. You had them lost immediately at Roman Catholic. So, they turn on the video to reveal themselves: a violet, androgynous merfolk with bright blue eyes and red hair and fins. ]

I think this should be better... ah... I don’t know a lot about worlds outside of mine, so you’ve got me really lost.

[ An apologetic smile. ]

voice:

[passio]

[ dextera is surprised to see him looking so pleasant and affable after their last encounter, but then, that was some time ago, and that was under the influence of the moon.

nevertheless, he chooses to speak with only his voice this time. ]

I wouldn’t mind talking again.

voice, please shame him dextera we know he deserves it

[raptura]

[Indeed, soon as he figures out who he's talking to, Pucci's foisting all of the blame for that particular episode on the moon. Like Cordis somehow was responsible for the choking! Oh Well.

Right now, he just sounds curious and amused; there's a faint tapping noise, fingernail on wood, as he replies.]

'Again'? I do remember the voice! But...Forgive me, I've met so many people that I can't quite place it. I'm sure that you'll laugh at me when I get embarrassed for not realising earlier who you are. Would you prefer to talk like this, or for a face-to-face meeting-- But I'm getting ahead of myself, I suppose. Nothing has to be right now, of course. I just want to be of some use to the community.

he does deserve it but dextera cannot shame him :(

[passio]

[ dextera is… unsure, of course, if pucci is faking his inability to remember or if their encounter was especially unremarkable, but either way he’s not sure that he would be able to hold it against the man. ]

Like this is okay for now. [ he speaks softly, like he’s afraid of someone overhearing. ] We met before. During the Cordis moon.

text; no one can say Pucci’s not good at his job, I will not be stopped

[regelkonform]

Do you ever actually stop to take time for yourself?

[ That’s all he had to contribute for the moment, but did he really need to say anything else at all? Did he need to say anything in the first place? ]

sinner sinner dickdown dinner, bih. also, text!

[raptura]

You say this like being kept company by attractive and charming people isn't its own reward! Really, now. I'm easily satisfied by the company of my fellow lifeforms.

i'm terrified by the concept of dickdown dinner tbh

[regelkonform]

Reward or not, does it really count as relaxation if it comes with the caveat of listening to other people's concerns?

Not that I'm judging, of course, I'm just worried that you might take on too much and overload yourself...

[ Text is good. It means he doesn't have to look at him and he can say what he wants. God. ]

text

[lifehacker]

are you telling me a goddamn priest was shitposting bad memes to me

text!

[raptura]

I did very heavily imply it, even using the word 'priest' in my initial response if I recall correctly! What, I can't enjoy 'gamers rise up, we live in a society' memes now?

Did you come here looking for a confessional, or just to marvel at the fact that I'm not actually 12?

text

[witchwithoutacause]

what are you some kinda religious counselor?

text!

[raptura]

I hope that would be the implication, though with less 'forcing religion down your throat' and more actual support and listening. Why bother when I doubt most here would even know what religion I'd be trying to preach, after all?

Voice

[foolishjustice]

...I'd be lying if I said the recent subjects on this network haven't been somewhat uncomfortable for me. I'm not Christian, myself, but I am from a far more reserved society than what I've observed here.

voice!

[raptura]

It's a lot to adjust to, I know. I'd like to think that I adapt well no matter the circumstances, but...Not everyone I've met feels the same way, and that's alright. I'm offering my ear for both the new or struggling, as well as those who perhaps adapt too well and might have some moral quandary over it in the future.

I take it that you're from some version of Earth, however! Is it painfully mundane like mine is? Is Rihanna a big thing? [He's using Rihanna as a yardstick of time periods, bless.]

voice;

[graftage]

["Father", huh...]

That's nice to have a priest around. Though I haven't seen a church so far...I guess you're more a traveling one, huh?

voice!

[raptura]

Travelling...Not so much. Nor do I think that I really act in any sort of official capacity here; I'm simply another person. It feels redundant to try to spread the good word when so many of us here are from different cultures and worlds, so I'm sticking to the core message.

A little love, support, and understanding is universal.

voice;

[nobodylikeshim]

[ Hmmmmmmmmmmmm. ]

Ah, sure. Why not?

[ What else does he have to do? ]

voice!

[raptura]

Wonderful! Though I'll need more specifics; do you want an ear to unload your woes into, a guide, or mere conversation? My manner differs slightly depending on the requirements, after all.

Voice

[the_archivist]

It definitely is... uncomfortable.

How do you intend to help people come to terms with it?

voice!

[raptura]

By talking through their concerns and worries with them. That being said, I know that not all concerns can be talked away, and I wouldn't want to erode people's comfort levels for them. That much is an individual journey, should one want to take it.

But I'll listen. Perhaps offer another perspective, if it's desired. That's all.

video;

[ciao]

Ciao, ciao Father~

That's really nice of you to offer your services like this for others. Personally I feel I'm doing fairly well [ he's not, but he'll pretend ] but more than that, I wanted to ask you something very serious.

[ it's at this point he brings his hands together thoughtfully ]

Have you been eating well? Do you have any food allergies I should be aware of? I want to be able to provide you with a well-balanced diet.

voice B]

[raptura]

Ciao, Italia! Fancy seeing you here.

Before I answer your questions, I still want you to know that, even if you feel you're doing well, I'll listen to even the slightest worry you have. It's always people like you who fall the hardest and I'd rather avoid that, wouldn't you?

[Four fingernails in quick succession, tap-tap-tap-tap quietly in the background as he hums and acts like he's mulling this generous offer over...But the gratitude in his voice when he replies betrays how he had no plan of that at all.] ...I feel as though I've been eating healthily, but I still lack the skills to cook food as I'm used to eating, I admit. The best I've been able to do is all basic business.

I'm allergic to shellfish, and I'll gladly take your kindness with profuse thanks. How can I repay you?

video | because idk if he knows how to change any of this yet

[dashhole]

[That face, that skepticism? That's all for you, man.]

Wait, are you for real?

bless his socks. (also, voice! a man's gotta multitask ok)

[raptura]

And what, exactly, has you confused? Just as a curiosity, of course. Because I'm a real priest who is really offering to listen to people, and I don't see how that wouldn't seem legitimate.