It's your Daughter. Don't be a dumbass. Supporting your family is more important. You're not being asked to preach a sermon or dedicate your life to silly nonsense. Not going because of "Religious difference" will make you look like douche. Make the smart choice and go to the wedding.

Yes you are being silly. Go to your daughters' wedding.

Refusing to attend a special moment in your child's life is extremely petulant. If I had a child that bowed to Satan and they were to be married in front of the altar of evil, I would be there to support them.
I've noticed that quite a few on here are aggressive when it comes to beliefs and I am instantly reminded of Christian missionaries. Some have put it forward that 'we' must fight to show them that they are wrong. I will now quote from the book of Larry, chapter 2 verses 3-5. And it came to pass that I gaveth not one shit. And I tarried forth for a bit. And then I still gaveth not one shit what altar others may flock to.

I don't consider it disrespectful to enter a religious building as an atheist, as long as you BEHAVE respectfully. It's your daughter's wedding, and you are there for HER. Weddings are a celebration of love, not necessarily religion. Your daughter's marriage is important to her, and it would be best if you could attend if possible. Just make sure they know not to pressure you if they are particularly religious.

Yes you are. You are stubbornly refusing to enter a place of whoreship ( deliberate miss spelling ) in order to be true to your principals. Normally I would salute you but it's your daughter's wedding!

Yes, you're being silly, self-centered AND selfish - the day isn't about you (despite your attempts to make it so) it's about your daughter - who gives two sh-ts where it takes place? As a non-theist, I might not embrace religion but I'm not so anal in my position that I wouldn't enter a church for a friend's/relatives wedding or funeral because neither event is about me. This need to shout out to the world "look at me I am an atheist - I'm so superior" is foreign to me - I don't get it - I don't respect it and it's not productive. You're worried about being hypcritical - to who? If you didn't wear your atheism on your sleeve - who would know? And if no one knew and you were seen attending a church wedding - who would view you as a hypocrite? If it's a personal thing - get over yourself - it might seem like harsh advice but there's decades of experience behind it.

Yes, you are. The location or place of your daughters wedding should not matter to you, that is about "her" and her partner. Your job is to be the loving supportive non judgemental parent. That is what UN conditional love means. You will regret it and no matter what your daughter says she will feel loss. Unless your a jerk and she is relieved to not have you present.

Yes, you should go. Remember it's just bricks and mortar and has no significance other than that. And probably the people who built it weren't believers either - especially if it's an old building - here in England I always march into churches, cathedrals etc, and claim my rights, as most of the poor people who gave their tithes and labour to build it were coerced into doing so. I also never put any money in the box for the church's upkeep - my ancestors already contributed! Go and enjoy your daughter's wedding, in the building and out, and have a dance for me! X

Why not, you can even count your blessings it’s not you getting married. James

I would go for her. it's not like they check id at the door. I would also stand in respect and just listen and follow along. you don't have to say anything out loud. my parents are the same way, not against entering...when I got married in her church they came FOR ME. not the inlaws. ME. they followed along and went through the motions. no harm no foul

Sure why not - the ceremony is meant to honor people who are most likely your friends. I don't feel obligated to announce my viewpoint though

Really? You can't honor a friend or relatives' wedding just because you don't believe? Don't you realize the churches are full of unbelievers? Who cares?

A bit silly. Perhaps a bit too rigid as well.
Go to the wedding. It is their day. Celebrate it with them.

What exactly do you think would happen? You spontaneously combust? Your face melts off? Just enjoy your kid's wedding.

In my opinion, yes, you are being a bit silly. Entering a church in no way implies that you are a believer.

You need to witness the marriage of your child. It's as simple as that. As an atheist, I can appreciate a building that is a church. They are some of the most fantastic places, especially in Europe. As an atheist, I can sit through a service that means nothing to me. It's common practice to follow these traditions. They often don't mean much to many in attendance. But first and foremost, you don't want to build a wall between you and your daughter. Attending is about support for her, and your beliefs shouldn't be allowed to harm that relationship. You might regret it. Not today, not tomorrow, but some time down the road.

It depends on the facility, of course, but sometimes there is beauty within the architecture of the building. Maybe the wooden pews or the acoustics, or a classic design.

I've been to weddings, funerals and Christenings. The ceremonies still have meaning to me, even if they're not religious meanings. They are still celebrations, and the fact that they occur inside a church doesn't especially bother me.

The trouble here is that you think it makes you a hypocrite, and no doubt some others will think the same. If you can't get past that, then maybe you are better off sticking to your guns and not going. If you can, then give it a shot. It's just a building.

Yes, and politely go through the motions while at the wedding. Attending a religious wedding won't alter your belief system, unless you are on shaky ground regarding your beliefs.

I think you should go: it's your presence that's requested, not your active participation. Anyway, I think your policy is too rigid. I don't believe in god, but I can still be moved by the calm stillness of a great cathedral. (Not that I imagine there will be much of that at your daughter's wedding.)

Being an ass just makes you one of "them". Go....feel free to pretend, they do.

I sympathise with you. I am a musician and, on occasion I'm called upon to perform in Churches, Cathedrals etc. Am I wrong for taking people's money to perform? Bach did it, a supposed Catholic that wrote Protestant works for money. At the end of the day, a Vicar or Priest will be happy to add their fee onto a funeral,wedding etc, so why the hell should I feel guilty. You are going to be there for your daughter. Not a god. She wants you there, not some imaginary sky daddy. Be there for a proud day.

It's just a building. Don't give it any more importance than bricks and mortar. Enjoy your daughter's wedding. XXX

Why would your religious perspective keep you from entering a church, especially for your daughters wedding?? I mean, get a grip for chrissake!! We don't believe in gods doesn't make us vampires!

Yes, you should attend. Going into a church doesn't make you a hypocrite any more than walking into a garage makes you a car.