But with Islam, I have the number. I get connected directly to God. Along with the formation of more Latino Muslim organizations, conversion stories have begun burning up the Internet. It just hit me. A smaller percentage accepted other religions, including Islam and Buddhism.
Some relatives see conversion to other faiths as rejecting family and tradition.
Domy Garcia said her family in Mexico was confused and upset by her decision to leave the church. The Buena Park mother converted to Islam two years ago after rejecting the religion she said was forced on her Mexican ancestors. Undeterred by her family's reaction, Garcia said her main concern now is raising her children as Muslims and introducing more Latinos to Islam. My family just would not accept it. But it's all right, because on Judgment Day, my family won't be able to help.