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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I was a very active Episcopalian who married a Jewish man. We are raising the kids Jewish and I have no regrets so far (kids are 5 and 9 and both in Hebrew school).

A few observations that probably helped along the way:
- I grew up in a very Jewish area (suburban NYC). So I was exposed to Jews from an early age, and did the Bar/Bat Mitzvah circuit throughout middle school. And these friends also came to my Confirmation.
- I met my DH in college, who was active in a Conservative temple growing up, and we worked with the Chaplain there to work through some of these issues. We both agreed that it made sense for us to raise Jewish kids. We both shared the stories from the Old Testament in our religious upbringing. I was quite vocal I would not convert. Not an issue. 
- We got married by a priest and a rabbi. 
- We both attended area synagogues to figure out one that felt comfortable for both of us. We joined a Reform Congregation with many interfaith families. I have felt nothing but warmth from the members and community. 
- I have been active in the Hebrew school parent-kid programs so that I can better understand what my kids are learning. 
- We celebrate Jewish holidays in our house, but we do also put up a Christmas tree. We collect ornaments from our vacations and most have special meaning to our family. We do NOT celebrate Christmas or Easter at our house - we do that at my parent's house. 
- I just started taking an Introduction to Judaism class to better understand everything. 
- Finally, my Mom was/is very supportive of my choice. (My Dad is not active in any religion.) [/quote]

I am an earlier poster. This is almost exactly my story except both of my kids are older and have already had their bat mitzvahs. I would add that I also really like my in-laws and they have NEVER said anything negative about me not being Jewish. Our decision to raise our children Jewish was entirely our own. Family on both sides never asked beforehand what we were going to do and have been tremendously supportive throughout the entire process. [/quote]

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