LDS Culture

The culture of the LDS church is very interesting to me. There are a lot of aspects of it I do not understand. There are rules that do not make sense to me personally, and seem a bit unfair. I was hoping to learn about some of the rituals they perform, why they do them, and what I need to understand to give excellent nursing care.

I learned that there are specific rituals performed on Sundays, and others performed daily. I know about the church attendance on Sundays, but I didn't know it was more involved than that. I learned that those who perform these rituals on a daily basis with their families reported being happier, feeling closer to their God, and feel they have more focus and direction in their lives.

Just as it is important to understand other nationalities, the religious practices of the world have their own culture, and deserve respect as well. I will use this information to be more competent in my nursing care, allow time for patients to perform their desired rituals, and aid in gathering any necessary supplies or individuals for such rituals.

I do not have any particularly positive or negative feelings toward this religion in general. I feel the culture in this area is more on the side of judgement and criticism toward non-members, or those who do not follow the same beliefs. Most of the people I associate with are part of this religion, and it doesn't bother me. The friends I have that are part of this religion understand my stance on it, my acceptance of their belief systems, and my indifference in being a part of it.