How the LDS Church Affects a Non-Mormon, Wine Loving, Free Spirit

How sad if you actually believe all that fiction you just typed. I mean, you say LDS members are judgemental, but if your first question is "Are you LDS?", well, isn't that being judgemental? And obviously you haven't done your research because your article is flawed like crazy. Do your research next time, then you might have some idea of what they are about, and not just full of conjecture.

The gospel of Jesus Christ is for imperfect people to help them become more Christ-like. That's what the church is for, to bring souls to Christ and it's the mission of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Mormons choose to be a part of that or not--no one forces them. We try to obey God's commandments because we believe it will bring peace and happiness in this life and joy in the life to come. If Mormons you know lead double lives, it's all about them and their choice to live a life without integrity, it has nothing to do with the members of their ward. They just haven't learned for themselves the peace that comes through aligning one's life with the Savior's. As far as groups of Mormons and what they discuss when together, it is probably true for all like-minded people--we discuss the familiar, though people should always be kind and mindful of everyone present.

Oh and dont ever say we push out babies like its our job...we are 24 have no kids and have been married for over a year...there is no rule or time limit on kids...i know plenty of members who are 30 with one or no kids....once again get your "opinions" right before commenting, makes you look less intellegent.

You have no idea what your talking about...I grew up Baptist and chose to be baptized into the church. I am married to a man who grew up in the church...and trust me I I I I I made my own decisions and still do! What a pathetic way to try and rip apart a religion and faith who strives to become Christ like on a day to day basis by living the right and having morals....I know for you its easy to sin, get wasted and sleep with random men, as you told us, and then think in the end your going to be fine.....maybe prayer could help you a little. Please dont write "opinions" about a religion without being a part of it.....or we will make our "opinions" about you.

You really had me going there for a minute. That is until I realized that most of what you're saying is fiction. Oh, I sure that things like you described happen within the SLC area but I can tell that they didn't happen to you. You should get your facts straight. For example, you decribed a female friend who would "wear her garments under her clothes" but she couldn't get a temple recommend. Fact is you don't wear garments if you don't go to the temple.

i dunno, i guess you're expecting sympathy or i'm supposed to feel sorry for you for being excluded but you sound like a bigoted, negative bitch. has it occurred to you to be more fun to be around? i wouldn't want to live next to you either.

I am in a similar situation, except I am the Mormon who is the minority. It's not easy, either, but I do not judge Catholics, or Methodists, or Lutherans (etc.) by my value system. I teach my children that if someone does something that goes against their personal beliefs, then that is sad for them. But, as a devout LDS woman, I would never withhold my friendship or judge you just because you don't believe as I do. Isn't that what Christ did? He went among all people. I am not perfect by any means, but I think we are all trying. I hope you find some true Mormons who will embrace you as yourself.

You are upset that Mormons "can't be themselves," but they make the decision to follow that lifestyle. Just because some people hide their real lives to be in the church, doesn't mean the other members don't want to be there. It is also a Mormon couple's choice to marry in the temple. Mormons value their lifestyle, just as you do. You complain that they may be judging you, but you are certainly judging them.

I forgive you, Sister, and I know God will as well. Be Blessed. Amen.

I am truly sorry you feel this way my friend, it is understandable to feel hurt or upset by what someone did to you, I think you take this article to extremes pinning it on Mormon culture because you are unhappy that they hurt you and this is your way of retaliating. I will not agree to the other statements commented below because there are certain truths in this article. Instead of retailiating on the Mormon group as a whole, find the specific person who hurt you and tell them how it made you feel. This article is how rumors get started. And if people would talk things out instead of rant them away or shove them under the rug there would be alot more peace in the world. I'd like to clear up any misconceptions you had; a temple recommend is a piece of paper that you are awarded after you are baptized and are a member of the church for a year this piece of paper allows you to enter into the temple. which is the holiest of places. which is where weddings and baptisms for the dead are per