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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I’m no longer religious, but I was Mormon and the answer is that it depends. Almost all religious activities happen at regular chapels and everybody is welcome there. A few religious ceremonies take place in temples (those more ostentatious buildings) and atheists are not allowed there; in fact many believing and active members are not allowed there. [/quote]

But if you keep your atheism to yourself, you can participate freely -- right?[/quote]

Different poster here.  I'm not Mormon, but I know some people who are LDS, and the answer is no.  You can only go into the temple if you are in good standing with the church.  
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Yes, in some religions there are spaces within certain places of worship that are restricted.  But someone who is not Mormon can absolutely visit Mormon places of worship.  Those Mormon missionaries you probably see in your neighborhood would be happy to bring you to their chapel (not the temple) to learn about their faith.  That's pretty much their job.  And the Mormon Temple in Kensington has a visitor center and a giant light display every winter that's sole purpose is to bring people, including atheists, in to learn about their faith.  
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Nah. The South Park episode has some catchy songs and provides a surprisingly accurate history of how the church was founded.[/quote]

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