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Heather
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Alcohol & Religion

Heather, on October 8, 2020 at 8:29 AM

Posted in Wedding Reception 21

I’m looking for some comforting words of advice here so I can stop stressing over this. My husband and I eloped but are planning on having our reception next year. He and I both drink socially but never get to the point of having too much. We are both very strong in our faith as is our extended...
I’m looking for some comforting words of advice here so I can stop stressing over this. My husband and I eloped but are planning on having our reception next year. He and I both drink socially but never get to the point of having too much. We are both very strong in our faith as is our extended family. My issue is, my extended family is southern baptist and alcohol is a huge no-no to them. Fair enough, I support that. However, we’re both non-denominational and I guess we just don’t feel the same way as they do. We’re obviously having a full service bar at our reception and part of me feels guilty for inviting that side of my family if they’re going to have a difference of opinions on alcohol. And I know that’s their choice, it’s different from mine, but I still want everyone to have a great time celebrating us. My husband says we should still invite them and leave it up to them to RSVP if they wanna come knowing that there will be alcohol served at our reception. Also, my husband and I are paying for our reception, alcohol included. Anyone else deal with this dilemma? How did you get over it? And drama from family members? Thanks in advance!!

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    Just Said Yes March 2022
    Willhoff ·
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    I understand your dilemma, and I think that you should listen to your husband. He is right, and he is your partner, after all. Invite your family, have a great time. Even if there is alcohol, everyone has the right to choose what they want. It's not like they are obliged to drink.

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