Do you have to be Jewish to go to a synagogue?

However, a synagogue is not necessary for Jewish worship. Halakha (Jewish law) states that communal Jewish worship can be carried out wherever a minyan (a group of at least 10 Jewish adults) is assembled.

Is it a sin to go to another church?

No, it is not a sin to visit another Christian service. It however does not fulfill a Catholics obligation to attend Sunday Mass.

Can a person be a member of two churches?

The answer is, yes. But, there is no benefit for doing this and it is generally discouraged because one is usually a member of their home church even if they frequently visit other churches.

Is not going to church on Sunday a mortal sin?

Our Sunday Mass obligation is based on the Third Commandment: “Remember the sabbath day — keep it holy” (Ex 20:8). All of the commandments of God are serious matter, so to deliberately miss Mass on Sunday — without a just reason — would objectively be considered a mortal sin.

Is it OK to attend 2 different churches?

It’s fine to attend two different churches. Different churches can provide you with different benefits. I used to attend two churches—one gave me more spiritual benefits; the other gave me more social benefits. Do what benefits you and don’t worry about what people say.

Is entering a church a Jewish experience?

To put it another way: by entering a church, one enters into a Christian religious experience. No matter how subliminal this experience is, it is inconsistent with Jewish faith and practice. Those who argue that a church is nothing more than a building underestimate the potent atmosphere of a house of worship and, in so doing, they trivialise it.

What was the Catholic Church’s attitude towards Jews?

They often had to curtail the zealous reactions of local bishops or the general population. Generally speaking, the Church had no concern with Jews as such except for anything by which Jews might exercise power over Christians, such as holding public office, “usury,” or any attempt to convert Christians.

Why can’t you enter a church without entering the church?

This is no different to how Judaism sees its own faith manifested in the very space of a synagogue. To a person of faith, this has serious ramifications. One cannot simply enter a church without some aspect of the church entering you. To put it another way: by entering a church, one enters into a Christian religious experience.

What is a Christian House of worship in Jewish eyes?

A Christian house of worship in Jewish eyes is more than just a building. It is a place where Christianity is palpable. It pervades the very walls and space of the church and gives it its unique character. This is no different to how Judaism sees its own faith manifested in the very space of a synagogue.