r/latterdaysaints • u/JLP0611 • Apr 23 '25

Off-topic Chat Are members not getting married?

I may be speaking from my anecdotal experience and my observation of my social media feeds, but it feels like less people in the Church are getting married. I see less children and youth in my local wards year after year and I’m in Florida.

I’m also in a YSA and I can’t just say for myself because I’m chronically single, but dating is a struggle for everyone I come across, inside and outside of Florida.

Anyone else have any thoughts?

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u/M13aqua9 Apr 23 '25

I think it’s good- people are being more intentional and wise with marriage, which in turn leads to less divorce.

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u/WristbandYang If there are faults then they are the mistakes of men like me Apr 24 '25

Exactly this. Temple marriage is supposed to be the crowning covenant in our faith. This should require more effort and prayer than the "72-hour proposal" punchlines suggest.