I’ve been a member for about a year and a half, together with my daughters. However, these last six months we’ve not been very active. In fact, we hardly ever go to church, even though the missionaries continue to visit us. My husband is Catholic and this has made things difficult. He’s only gone to the LDS Church one time. The problem is, now I’m a little confused because sometimes I go with him to the Catholic Church, and at other times I go to the Mormon church. My daughters are becoming less interested in going to either church. I’m not sure how to guide them when I myself am confused. Thanks for your help.
One Response to “I’m confused because I’m going to two different denominations”
Bruno Rios
2013-03-11 00:13:14
A missionary hugging a bishop in Aracaju, Sergipe, Brazil.
Hi sister. Thanks for posting your question here. I think your children are understandably confused. For them to enjoy church, they need a regular spiritual routine with regular, consistent worship. They need to make friends with other children at church. They need your good, consistent example of dedication.
There are, of course, many wonderful and true teachings in Catholicism. However, with all due respect to my Catholic friends, Christ's apostolic authority--the authority to act in His name--is found in the restored gospel of Jesus Christ. The ancient church that Christ established has been restored in our days. You made promises to God when you were baptized that you would stay faithful to Christ's true gospel. It's important that you keep those promises, and it's important that you help your children keep them.
I'm certain that it is difficult, given that your husband is not a member of the church, but that's all the more reason that you need to be an example for your family. The blessings that come from being a "Mormon" only come with dedication and commitment. Regularly attending the church is critical to that dedication.
I encourage you to chat with your Bishop about these issues, sister. I'm certain he'll be happy to help you. Best of luck.
There are, of course, many wonderful and true teachings in Catholicism. However, with all due respect to my Catholic friends, Christ's apostolic authority--the authority to act in His name--is found in the restored gospel of Jesus Christ. The ancient church that Christ established has been restored in our days. You made promises to God when you were baptized that you would stay faithful to Christ's true gospel. It's important that you keep those promises, and it's important that you help your children keep them.
I'm certain that it is difficult, given that your husband is not a member of the church, but that's all the more reason that you need to be an example for your family. The blessings that come from being a "Mormon" only come with dedication and commitment. Regularly attending the church is critical to that dedication.
I encourage you to chat with your Bishop about these issues, sister. I'm certain he'll be happy to help you. Best of luck.