Is there middle-ground between Catholic and Protestant?

[ahatt]

I understand that going to Protestant services is a risky business for any Catholic, but I am personally very, very strong in my Catholic faith. But would it be a sin to go to a non-denominational service? (Not in place of Mass, of course!) I only ask because I had to give up my boyfriend, who I still love very much, because neither of us would convert religions and we realize that mixed-religion marriages aren’t generally a good idea because of children. I know there are many different views on this, but I was hoping to get a straight answer as to where the Catholic Church stands on Catholics simply going to another type of service. I read in an old Missal that it was a sin, but I wasn’t sure if that was an old teaching, or if that is still where the Church stands. Just to be clear, I would still attend Mass every Sunday, like I have ever since I was born.

So in other words, can I be Catholic, going to Mass every Sunday, following all the doctrines and dogmas, and be allowed to go to another service?

 

[Fr.Vincent_Serpa]

Dear friend,

If you can’t agree on religion, then look for a Catholic boyfriend. Worshiping in a non- Catholic church regularly is not the answer. What happens when the first baby arrives? Any pain you feel now with giving up your boyfriend is nothing compared to the pain of dealing with one child and two churches. Your faith is the most precious gift you have AND the most precious gift you have to give to your children. Don’t water it down!

Fr. Vincent Serpa, O.P.