Going to a non catholic church service, need advice

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Regular Member ? Join Date: January 1, 2006 Posts: 1,142 Religion: Catholic

I'm spending christmas in Washington state with my eldest brother (I live in Tx). I'm catholic, but my brother is a member of the church of latter day saints. That said he is vey very respectful of my religion, and very supportive of it. He says as long as we pray to the same God he doesn't see any problems. He even went to mass with me when he was visiting over thanksgiving. He wants me to go to church with him tomorrow, which I readily agreed to. My question is, what should I do to be respectful. I know he's butted heads with a few members of his church because of their catholic bashing (he doesn't like that at all). If asked, should I keep my mouth shut that I'm catholic? For his sake only, I don't want to cause trouble for him. __________________ The woman came from a man's rib. Not from his feet to be walked on. Not from his head to be superior, but from his side to be equal. Under his arm to be protected, and next to his heart to be loved.

New Member ? Join Date: November 14, 2011 Posts: 85 Religion: Roman Catholic

I see no conflict in that. Respect him as he respect you. __________________ "Auf Der Reise Ins Licht"

Observing Member ? Join Date: June 10, 2009 Posts: 3 Religion: Catholic

Dear Lonely Guy, Fear not For God is with you... I say, "Go For It". You should go There is no need to bring up you're Catholic, unless you are specificaly asked. At that point, I would simply say, Yes, I'm Catholic". That should be sufficient. If someone is unkind and bgins to "Bash You", simply say, "I do not care to engage in this conversation", and walk away. I am sure your brother will be supportive of you. I wish you well my Catholic friend. May God continue to bless you abundantly !!!

Regular Member ? Join Date: December 27, 2007 Posts: 3,197 Religion: Catholic "revert"

Quote: I'm spending christmas in Washington state with my eldest brother (I live in Tx). I'm catholic, but my brother is a member of the church of latter day saints. That said he is vey very respectful of my religion, and very supportive of it. He says as long as we pray to the same God he doesn't see any problems. He even went to mass with me when he was visiting over thanksgiving. He wants me to go to church with him tomorrow, which I readily agreed to. My question is, what should I do to be respectful. I know he's butted heads with a few members of his church because of their catholic bashing (he doesn't like that at all). If asked, should I keep my mouth shut that I'm catholic? For his sake only, I don't want to cause trouble for him. The thing to do to be respectful is to plan ahead which Mass you want to attend. IF you were vacationing and your "hobby" was going antique shopping, then I'm sure he wouldn't have a problem if you went antique shopping while you were in town. Same thing. Catholics have the opportunity to attend Mass on Saturday evening, Sunday morning, afternoon, and evening. Pick one. I can help you out if you are in SW Wash. __________________ "No believer in Christ, no institution of the Church can avoid this supreme duty: to proclaim Christ to all peoples." Pope John Paul the Great JP2 -- Pray for Us

Observing Member ? Join Date: June 10, 2009 Posts: 3 Religion: Catholic

Junior Member ? Join Date: June 24, 2007 Posts: 260 Religion: Catholic

The top brass of the Church of Latter Day Saints get on quite amicably with the top brass of the Catholic Church in the United States. It's only when you get further down the ranks that the "our God's better than your God" nonsense sets in. Remember that there is only one God and that we worship him in many ways. Go to the Mormon Service with an open mind and you won't find much to offend or corrupt you - or in fact much that's unfamiliar. If you are asked, there should be no problem telling people that you are a Catholic. You're unlikely to be the only one in the congregation. Just don't wear that tee shirt with the Latin inscription.

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