Sure, if you meet someone who worships the same god as you, it definitely makes things easier. But can a couple with different religious beliefs find a common aisle to walk down? Dr. Carle says, “It’s not mandatory that a couple share the same religious beliefs, but it is mandatory that a couple share mutual respect for each other’s beliefs. Respect in the religious arena tends to spill out into all other arenas. And respect is the main secret behind successful relationships.”

Have a Little Faith.
Be ready because once you’ve done the interfaith date, you may have to make bigger decisions about where the two of you will spend your weekend mornings. Maybe he should give your place of worship a try. Or perhaps the two of you could come to some sort of religious compromise. In fact, finding a place of worship together could strengthen your relationship. The bottom line is, if religion is important to one or both of you, it’s gonna come up. Sure, it’s a sticky subject. But you got through that third-date restaurant decision: You’ll get through this too.