Are there any mormons on here who are in a interfaith marriage?

I'd recommend against it, and not just because he's not LDS. I'd say this to a Methodist marrying a Lutheran, too! Sure, they're both Protestant....

Whenever I've observed a marriage where there is an "unequal yoking," it seems to be more of a struggle for them than it needs to be.

Marriage is work, don't believe anyone who says otherwise. To make a happy marriage (and it is "making"... they don't just happen) is effort. A marriage is a bringing together of two different people, and the fewer differences you have, the easier it is.

If you really feel that he is the one for you, I'd suggest you both sit down and talk about how you'll handle things like what will you teach your children in regards to the nature of God, requirements for salvation, definition of "salvation." Be sure to discuss things like church attendance, holiday observance (some churches handle holidays different from the LDS), payment of tithing, etc-- ANYTHING that comes to mind where his feelings may differ from yours. I know this will be a pretty heavy conversation, but let him know that these are things that you're concerned about.

If the two of you can't come to an agreement (you both need to be willing to give a little here) on these things, then I'd strongly recomend either a) wait till you can agree on something before getting married, or b) don't marry him.

Personally, I'm a life-long member, and I married a convert. He was baptized when he was about 12, so he missed out on a lot of the basics learned in Primary. He also recently said that there are still a lot of the "culturally" Mormon things that are a struggle for him....

Pray about it. Ask your sweetie to pray both alone and with you about it. Father loves both of you, and wants you to be happy. Be willing to accept whatever He tells you, and you'll get the answers you need.

*hug*

Wow- I just read what I wrote, and I sound so pessemistic about it all. I don't mean to sound that way, but it is a serious issue, and deserves serious consideration, from both of you.

Best of luck. Let us know how things go.

My husband is a former Mormon, so I know many Mormons through his family. He has told me that Mormons in interfaith marriages are not unheard of, but they're not common either. I have personally yet to meet a LDS in an interfaith marriage.

I think it comes down to your personal beliefs. Do you love this person enough to NOT be eternally married in the Temple? If being married in the Temple is more important than marrying your guy, then you may want to think and pray about this before making a big decision. Best of luck.

Well, are there things you want to accomplish in your life that he couldn't do? Say getting married in the temple? Will he accept it if you want to raise your kids in the church? Is he OK with you going to church where you want to go? Can he accept and be fine with your beliefs, and not belittle you or make you feel bad for what you believe?

If he can't do these things for you, then you have your answer. If you aren't feeling like things will work out for you, maybe that's your answer. If you feel your values wouldn't be accepted or acknowledged, then why would you settle for that? In these kinds of cases, it's best to think of what would work for you, and what you feel in your heart. You may love this guy, and really want it to work, but you have to ask some tough questions not only to yourself, but to him also.

Maybe make a list of concerns you have, and ask him about them. See what he says. That might answer it all for you.

I'm not married, but my grandmother (maternal) was married to my grandfather, who was Catholic but not really a practicing one, for about 20-22 years before he finally got baptized. I know my grandma was very very happy with him, but she prayed like every night for all of those first 20 plus years that he would accept the Gospel. My aunt also married someone who was Presbyterian, I think, but he was baptized about 10 years ago. I would look at your lifestyle from a long-term perspective if possible. Are you going to have to give up certain religious activities to be with him? I mean, you can look at someone like Shawn King who is married at Larry King, but not in the temple. Maybe all their financial blessings and friends and talents outweigh not being married in the temple, but in the long run, you'd have to wonder isn't she feeling like she's missing something? Just my two cents' worth.

I am very happy with my marriage, I'm mormon and he's not.. Although I haven't been active for awhile,my kids are, and they have the missonaries,over twice a week, for lessons and my husband is kinda uncomfortable with it. It bothers me a little that he feels like a prisoner in his own home if they are here. I don't see why he can't just humor them for the half an hour they are here... But he wont so we just have them when he's at work...

But other than that it is a good marriage..

Wow I would recommend against this marriage from what you said. Not because of the different faiths but because of the apparent lack of respect for each others views. I've known couples of differring faith who did well because of understanding, tolerance, and mutual respect. He was Mormon she was Catholic. Remember by and large most western religions and even people promote the same core values. The rest is just packaging for whatever brand you prefer.

This was like my mother and father. They got married anyways and now have a great life together. They said it was rough at first but they got through it and now have the life they have always wanted. Hey if it didnt happen, i would not be here

The odds are against you, but sometimes it works out. Pray about what to do. And go with it.

Families are forever....

Just keep that in mind when you make your decision.