Originally Posted by
kuronosan
I subscribe to the idea that others are free to have their own beliefs, as long as they don't seek to infringe on the rights and beliefs of myself or others.
I personally don't care if my family or anyone else believes in God, Jesus, Mohammed, or any religious figure. If it makes them feel good and they aren't actively forcing those beliefs on others I'm not bothered in the slightest. I'll partake in family activity, say prayers, say grace, and whatever else in the name of family harmony. It doesn't change what I believe (or don't believe, for that matter).
To me, telling someone you refuse to pray with/for them can be just as obnoxious as them demanding you pray with/for them. If I decline to do it and they press the issue then I have a right to say "Look, I don't believe that". If I offer to do it, then I really don't see the harm done.