Religion

[maniac]

My friend is having her daughter christened on sunday. She is a hindu but not a deeply religious person. Her husband is christian but again not a practicing christian. The reason for the christening is a photo opportunity and a chance to have a shindig! I found this disturbing because I thought that if neither was religious then what the hell is the point of it! However I never think that if someone is marrying in church and is not religious. Am i a hypocrite or just analysing too much?

[lisa]

I wouldn't have my children christened, but would be happy if they came to me and asked to be christened... the choice is theirs.

Many people who get married in church who are not necessarily religious, do so because ether they feel it makes their vows more solemn and to keep the peace with other family members who ARE religious. Each to their own I say, but I know what you mean, does seem like a bit of a hassle to go to just to have a party!

Also I heard that they do 'Naming Ceremonies' these days in venues that are used for civil weddings, that way you can have the pomp and the party, without being all religious about it. Maybe they should have done that instead!