Thanks so much for all the great advice everyone. Despite my opposition to missionary work, these are two young women who will be away from their families. I'm going to go keeping an exit strategy in place if needed. I choose my battles carefully with my family and don't want Chrismas dinner to be a warzone. Thanks again everyone. I really appreciate the support and encouragement.
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I'm hoping I can get some advice here. My mom just informed me the missionaries are coming for Christmas dinner and I'm torn on what to do. A little background: I left the church 16 years ago and had my name removed 6 years ago. Considering the horror stories I have heard about families completely shunning family members who leave the church, I've had it pretty good. They were by no means happ
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