[lovemy2boys]

Well, I guess it would depend on the beliefs you have and the age of the child...And really, your example will be the one set for your children - if you lead by example, children will follow...When they get older, thats when they will start to ask questions, and you can be there to answer.

I have to say that I went through 9 years of chatechism and we learned more about the teachings of Christ as opposed to specific "Catholic" beliefs...It wasn't until I was a teenager when I truly could process for myself the differences in certain beliefs I held that opposed the churches beliefs and by that time, my parents were able to have frank conversations with me.

Like I said before. I walk by my faith and that is my faith in Jesus Christ. My religion is a part of who I am, but only to the extent that I "let" it be, if you can understand.

You see, there are hundreds and hundreds of religions...Who's to say mine is right or wrong? No one knows...only God himself. So for me to think that mine is the ONLY way to live would be pretty self righteous, in my view. That's why for me, I KNOW the church's stand on issues...and I can see why they believe what they do...but really, religions are interpretations of the bible (I know this probably isn't making sense, but it does in my mind...haha)

My morals, values and beliefs come from what's inside me...Yes, they were shaped by my religion, but they were also shaped by my family and my own free will.

I hope someone can explain better for you!