Family and Religion

[Mary67]

If you have a good, personable relationship with an ex-catholic/ anti-catholic extended family member, how much should you allow them in your life if they are constantly making hurtful comments about the church but are helpful and kind people otherwise? I often feel like when I talk about my faith they look down their nose at me. But in other areas of my life, they are extremely supportive. How should I approach this situation? Thanks and God Bless.

 

[QwertyGirl]

I would suggest not talking about your faith around them. Then you don’t give them the opportunity. If they still make snarky remarks about your religious beliefs, then I would recommend a heart-to-heart conversation. Explain why what they say is hurtful. Set some boundaries. It is not okay for them to say nasty things about your religion to you.

 

[Hoosier-Daddy]

I’d ask them to stop. If you really do have a good re relationship they will respect that

 

[Allegra]

I agree with the other posters. Don’t bring up the subject of your faith. If they insist, tell them you don’t like discussing your faith with them because you find their comments disrespectful toward you. If the still insist, they aren’t the kind of people you thought they were and you might consider limiting your contact with them.