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indie_alchemist

I'm going back to church - interested to hear your thoughts

I don't believe in the truth claims of Mormonism. I have read many posts on here arguing that going back to Mormonism to "try and make it better" is akin to going back to the KKK to "make it better." I stopped believing/going to church about 3 years ago when I was at BYU. Now I live outside of Utah and the distance from over-saturated cultural Mormonism has been great. I went back for the first time in a long time last week and while a few comments were made that made me roll my eyes, I honestly had a great time. Part of having a great time was being able to socialize, meet new people, and not having the expectation of belief. Culturally, I honestly like cool Mormons. I still don't drink or smoke....it's kind of a good fit. The area I live in is also very liberal....there's even an active gay couple in the ward. I get why people stay...I was raised in the community and the culture, and honestly I miss it. I plan on meeting with my bishop and laying out all my cards. i will ask him if there is room for somebody who wants to live the lifestyle, serve in the community, but also not believe literally ANY of the doctrine or unique truth claims. I know it doesn't really make much sense, but I feel like it's something that I want to try. Luckily I know that I'm the type of person that if I feel like something isn't working, I will make a change. That's why I left the first time, because I had the expectation of belief. Now that expectation is completely gone and I am interested in trying out being a "Secular Mormon" similar to how there are "Secular Jews." I'm interested to hear your thoughts/experiences. Thanks!

Posted Feb 25, 2016, 1:14 AM UTC

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