she say it is because it is a different religion. they are both lutheran. what the hell is with the different synods any way? why is it wrong for one to participate in anothers church?
i am agnostic because all the rules the church makes that are not gods rules.
2007-07-01 12:18:49 · 10 answers · asked by specal k 5 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
sorry play piano
2007-07-01 12:23:26 · update #1
Your last sentence really has me scratching my head.
2007-07-01 12:23:03 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
There are many different Lutheran groups and the two largest in the U.S. are the ELCA (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America) and the LCMS (Lutheran Church-Missouri "Synod"). The ELCA isn't the most liberal denomination around, but is fairly open minded. The LCMS is very conservative and fundamentalist. So between these two, one believes the Bible is inspired by God and the other believes it is literal. Most ELCA members don't believe in creationism; most LCMS members do. When a new service book and hymnal was being planned, the LCMS wanted to have its say--but rejected the end product. They just wanted to make sure we got it "right." There are a few smaller Lutheran denominations, generally even more conservative.
It sounds like your sister is from the more conservative congregation. They can be very judgmental.
The ELCA has synods, but they are geographic areas. They do not refer to themselves collectively as a "Synod." The LCMS and some other conservative groups use the term Synod to refer to their denomination.
The difference is almost as extreme as between UCC and Baptist.
2007-07-01 12:48:13 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sad to say, Lutherans can be VERY strict about their religion and practices. (There's a joke: How many Lutherans does it take to change a light bulb? Answer: Change? CHANGE??? Why do you want to CHANGE??)
My family belongs to the LCMS (Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod) which is considered the "most" conservative of the Lutheran churches. You ask about the "participation" between churches/synods. They are strict about this, too. If one synod's doctrines conflict... um... on the most "basic" doctrinal level, they will not "participate" because they feel that such participation is tantamount to approving of the "differences." This can do "dreadful" spiritual harm, they feel, therefore they will not "partake" of any cooperation with that synod.
I know this problem from my own situation. My own sister has nearly disowned me because of my .... um... "living situation." My mother has even told me that she feels our pastor would refuse me communion because of this situation.
How does that make ME feel? Pretty darned lousy!! Frankly, I think your sister is being "pig-headed" about this. God's love for all of us supercede any church's rules. Your sister should be part of your life, and your brother's life, too. While we may not approve of what others are doing, we are always to LOVE them. For me, loving means not cutting them off... for it will only cause heartache in the future.
A wedding, of all times, is a time for the coming together and uniting of families in celebration of the newlyweds. To bring in such "issues" to this celebration is really sad.
If you can do anything at all, please talk to your sister and beg that she "set aside" these differences for the sake of your family's happiness. Tell her how much her non-participation has already "injured" the family, and to please see passed her "religious differences" and see the love God wants her to share. It's one thing if this was a "friend" but she is family, and family means SO much ... even to God... family is VERY important.
But if she continues to refuse to participate, please try... and I mean try hard... to forgive her, and allow her to attend the wedding (if she wants to attend but not participate). Don't cut HER off, keep the lines of communication and love open. Someday she may see things differently, and it will be a whole lot better if you keep loving HER as much as you do now.
Thanks for listening... Good luck and GOD BLESS!!!
2007-07-01 13:30:27 · answer #3 · answered by wyomugs 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Hollo.You make a very good point. I do not know what it means to be a Agnostic, but, would you be willing to look into the Bible for your answer? First, consider what Eph.4:4,5 has to say. It mentions being called to "one hope" and also, "one""faith". If you have a Bible, look up these scriptures for yourself. And Mat.7:13,14 talks about a "narrow and crampt road" that will lead to life, but also a "broad and spacious road that leads to destruction". Through-out God's word, it is evident that he would be useing 'one' group of people to accomplish his will(1 Chronicles 17:21,22) Compare this to Acts 15:14. There the apostle James stated that "God for the first time, turned his attention to the nations to [take out a people for his name]". Anyone who took their religion seriously should believe that they are the true religion. But did you notice that scripture said that God would take out a people for "his name". Many religions don't even use God's name, Striping it from the Holy Writings! Some do not know God's name. It is Jehovah(Psalm 83:18 older KJV) Certainly, these persons are the meaning of Mat.7:15-23. This along with Mat. 24:23-26: 1John 4:1 prove that everyone will not be TRUE followers of Christ. 'But whats wrong with mixing with other religions' you may ask. Read Mat.16:6,12:Gal.5:9 and then 2 Tim 3:5;2 Cor. 6:14-17. However, in matters where one is not comprimising his/her faith, to keep good relations, it would be wise to comply.
2007-07-01 13:26:42 · answer #4 · answered by The Wise Flounder is Fishy 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'm not sure what you mean by she won't "play". And while I'm not familiar with the Lutheran Church, I don't know why it would be wrong to go to a wedding at a different church. I know some branches of Christianity won't give or receive another branch's communion but they certainly don't keep them out of the church.
2007-07-01 12:22:47 · answer #5 · answered by Kate 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think that's wrong. No matter if it's a different religon, they're still related, and family should be more important than what a church says. Don't the ten commandments have something about being loyal to family? I just think if your religion is more important to you than anything else, you need to get your priorities straight
2007-07-01 12:23:33 · answer #6 · answered by dancingpenguin101 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
properly how close are you on your brother? How some distance away is the marriage? you delivers him your opinion yet finally he will make his own determination and in case you adore him you will help what ever selection he makes. I actual have a youthful brother and seen him with some undesirable options in women and informed him how I felt yet finally it substitute into his determination to interrupt it off. he would comprehend your opinion whether he disagrees and he will comprehend you assert some thing out of shock and love as long as you tell him so.
2016-10-03 09:05:05 · answer #7 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Isn't christian love a beautiful sight. I have also seen lutherans hate other sects and wish them into hell.
2007-07-01 13:18:15 · answer #8 · answered by Fred 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Your sister is cutting off her nose to spite her face.
Churches can change.
Family is permanent.
She's an idiot. Her decision will permanently alter her relationship with that brother, and others in the family.
2007-07-01 12:25:18 · answer #9 · answered by Bobby Jim 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
If she does not want to play, she should not have to play. Even if it is because she does not feel like it. It is her decision and between her and your brother. You should butt out.
2007-07-01 12:26:04 · answer #10 · answered by forgivebutdonotforget911 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋