It seems that you are willing, at least in part, to consent to this church activity so I'm not quite sure how much sympathy I have. If it can down to your wife choosing you and your not participating or the church activity/socializing which one do you think she would pick? Sounds like the two of you need to have a heartfelt discussion. I socialize with xtians all of the time, just not at church/church events (my wife is catholic). Is this not an option for your wife?
Never had this situation with a spouse, only parents. When they forced me to attend I'd go but walk out within 10 minutes, with the whole congregation watching. It only took them a couple of times to get the hint. It became easier for them to attend without me than have the embarrassment of everyone seeing me walk out and not return. You could try the same thing but it may bring you to much grief.
The devious part of my mind says teach scary old testament sunday school. Focus on the killing and misogyny in the bible. They'll ask you to quit. But that may be to over the top and needlessly scar the kids.
You should not have to live your life as a hypocrite. Does your wife understand that? Would she live hers that way?
Good luck!
Never had this situation with a spouse, only parents. When they forced me to attend I'd go but walk out within 10 minutes, with the whole congregation watching. It only took them a couple of times to get the hint. It became easier for them to attend without me than have the embarrassment of everyone seeing me walk out and not return. You could try the same thing but it may bring you to much grief.
The devious part of my mind says teach scary old testament sunday school. Focus on the killing and misogyny in the bible. They'll ask you to quit. But that may be to over the top and needlessly scar the kids.
You should not have to live your life as a hypocrite. Does your wife understand that? Would she live hers that way?
Good luck!
Being told you're delusional does not necessarily mean you're mental.
