Religion Crisis?

Question

Ok, so basically, this is what is going on... My entire family has been Lutheran and Catholic forever. In recent months, I have started to lean toward a ''Wiccan'' culture/religion. I'm not sure how to explain this to my family, as they believe it is ''evil'' and most likely won't allow it. Anyone have suggestions as to what I do?? I think they already have a bit of an idea that I am not Lutheran/Catholic; my Mom caught me in one of my meditations and has walked in on me trying to OBE. I'm not really ready for their response to this, but I don't want to keep it a secret any longer... What should I do??

Due to common misconception::::
Wiccans do not believe in evil; there is no "Satan" and "Demons". You can check it out here:
http://www.spiritonline.com/files/messages/434/435.html?966289337

Answer 1

it is evil but so is catholicism so your kind of jacked any way you go

Answer 2

Probably they need to be educated on what it means to be a Wiccan. I think many people have the idea that it means the same thing as a practitioner of black magic or even satanism! So, they will probably be reassured once they understand what it means.

The other thing of course is as parents, they do want the best for you. If they see your spiritual practice makes you more centered, balanced,more loving, more caring, etc., they will be more at ease.

Answer 3

I had the same problem as you, except my family was not Lutheran/Catholic.

If you are just looking for the spiritual side of Wicca then just go for that. But if you believe in the balance of the Lord and Lady and all other folk lore like that, then theres that conversion.

I converted to Wicca 3 years ago, my mom had no problem with it, it was just my dad I was worried about. When I turned 18 I finally told him.
You should have a freedom of religion. Try to explain to your family that it is not "Evil" and tell them about it. Make sure they know we are not suposed to be unethical and we dont sacrifice animals and virgins and such lol. And that we love the earth and respect it.

Just things like that! If they dont approve then follow your heart and intuition. Make sure you dont put your health and well being in danger, like getting yourself kicked out because your converting.

This is what I told my boyfriend who is also Lutheran, I told him because I love him and respect him and his religion, I would go to church functions and such with him. He can only participate so much with things in my faith, but I am comfortable enough to go to church with him and never turn my back on the Lord and Lady.
He will never try to convert me, I will never try to convert him, and we will support eachother always.

Goodluck, hope I helped !

Blessed Be and Follow your heart and Intuition !

Answer 4

My advice is to tell them you are searching for answers through some different religions. I don't know if I would say Wiccan just yet-although that would be nice. I encourage my children to seek out what it right for them. One is a Buddhist and the others are still looking into things. None of them believe in hell.
I think it is great you are experimenting and I hope they will understand.
Good luck!

Answer 5

Try getting them the book, "When Someone You Love Is Wiccan" by Carl McColman. Excellent explanations. At Amazon - only about 10 bucks and well worth it.

Answer 6

Romans 10

Answer 7

Won't allow it? Noone has the right to disallow your beliefs, be they your parents or any other authority figure. If your parents are really that narrow-minded that they care more about their stupid religion than they do about you, you should just move out. Anyway, if you tell them, be sure to make your point clearly and firmly, and let them know that harassing you will have no effect whatsoever. I have lost a lot of respect for my relatives because they behaved similarly to this- you have no need to respect those who do not respect you.

Answer 8

first off, noone can tell you what to believe and what you can't. if you try looking up the definition of the word religion-------
Main Entry: re·li·gion
Pronunciation: ri-'li-j&n
Function: noun
Etymology: Middle English religioun, from Anglo-French religiun, Latin religion-, religio supernatural constraint, sanction, religious practice, perhaps from religare to restrain, tie back -- more at RELY
1 a : the state of a religious b (1) : the service and worship of God or the supernatural (2) : commitment or devotion to religious faith or observance
2 : a personal set or institutionalized system of religious attitudes, beliefs, and practices
3 archaic : scrupulous conformity : CONSCIENTIOUSNESS
4 : a cause, principle, or system of beliefs held to with ardor and faith
- re·li·gion·less adjective

in these words it is a set of personal beliefs.
becoming wiccan is not a choice , it is a belief. you cannot choose your beliefs. you just believe. i've always wanted to believe in unicorns, but still no luck.

Answer 9

Do you have a sibling that you don't get along with so well? You could make up a much worse, albeit false, story about him/her. While your parents are busy tackling that, you can then reveal yourself and, in light of the much more egregious situation with your sibling, they may not be so concerned.

But seriously - if you are capable of making this choice for yourself, then you have to be prepared for the consequences of making that choice. If you are serious about leaving your family's faith, then I think that you should tell them that as soon as possible. But if you are not serious, if you think that this is just "a stage", then what is the point of telling them?

And if you have a sibling that is older than you and that you can trust, he/she may be someone that you can confide in and seek advice from.

Answer 10

I would like to put my support behind "Uselessadvice"'s questions for you.

Maybe Uselessadvice should consider a namechange because it sounds Usefull advice to me.

You sound like you are a teen - please forgive me if I'm wrong. Since you have Christian roots, I suggest that you read the Bible from cover-to-cover BEFORE making any drastic changes.

For people in general I suggest The Daily Walk Bible which helps you read the Bible in 1 year. For teenaged boys or girls there are several good Bibles that address your current experiences.

Answer 11

I would look at your motivation for wanting to practice witch craft. Are you doing it as a rebellion to what your parents have taught you or are you just caught up in peer group presurre because you have some weird friends?