Wife wants a church wedding but I don't

[harrypark]

My wife is religious which is why she believes that having a church wedding is the only way to get married. I, on the other hand, don’t really believe in anything that has anything to do with religion. I can’t seem to think of a way on how we can compromise with this. I don’t know what to do anymore. We constantly fight about this which is why I’m choosing to ask for help from the internet. It’s hard to argue with someone who was raised in a religious family. It makes sense because I met her through an international dating social event. I should’ve seen this coming when we first got together. I don’t normally do this type of thing but if asking people on the internet won’t work, then I’ll have no choice but to expect the worse. Any suggestions of advice will greatly be appreciated. Thank you!

[Anthony]

I think you should give her good points and reason why you don't want a Church wedding. If she really loves you, she will understand.

[Lily]

I suggest you do the Church wedding. Moreover, you are doing the wedding to make her happy. So do the Church wedding to make her happiness complete.

[TeeDee]

She cares. You don't. You won't lose anything by getting a blessing. You risk a lifetime of resent & a failed marriage if you don't just stand there & smile. Whether you go to a JOP or a religious figure you will still be married. If you only go to the JOP she won't feel married. Nobody says you have to convert. Nobody says you have to have a full on Mass or service. Just think of it as an ornate building.