Let me begin my story by first introducing myself. I'm Anestacia and I was raised in West Texas. I am an American by birth and Mexican by ethnicity and Hispanic by culture, and Jewish by religion. AKA a Mexi-Jew. I love who I am and where I come from. I was brought into this world and presented to God under the Pentecostal beliefs, brought up in a non-denominational church and exposed to just about every Christian religion in the South. I grew up in the Bible belt and in Lubbock, Texas where there are more churches per capita than any other city in the nation (so I've heard). I grew up with a deep connection to God and through my years of searching and attending so many different religions I found myself more confused and always searching for God's truth.
Throughout my journey I met my husband, Chris through E-harmony. Yes it works. We were meant to be. It was love at first sight. So much so that, after our first phone conversation my husband called his best friend and told him, "I think I've met the woman I'm going to marry." Yep he did. Anyhow we both went to EHarmony for someone who was aka Christian.
During our courtship, my husband expressed he was Jewish. I asked you believe in Christ right? He said yes, he was a Christian and didn't really know what being Jewish meant.
You see my husband's mom is Jewish and father is Catholic. Long story short, the only person who would marry them was a Methodist Pastor. So, they went to a Methodist Church. My husband grew up knowing nothing about the Jewish community. I, myself knew Jesus was a Jew but, again I didn't know what that meant. So as my husband and I started our Journey to know God and who Jesus Chris was. We came to the conclusion that we must know Jesus, as a Jew. And through all our research and understanding we have decided to convert to Judaism. While, I believe Jesus was a real person I do not believe that he is God reincarnated. I understand that there are many people who will judge me. I will not tolerate any antisemetic or negative remarks. I welcome questions from anyone.
This blog is my journey in learning the Jewish culture, holidays,
food, language, and heritage. My husband and I have spoken with many Rabbis and
understand that it is going to be a life journey. And I must admit, I’m
excited! So follow me through my journey, as I learn and grew in my faith and
life.
-Anestacia
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