The answer
What you did to inform your mom was not wrong. She has the right to know. It may have been better to consult with your confession father or your mom's confession father before revealing this sensitive matter to her in order to discern the manner in which such a message should be delivered. It is not just a matter of revealing the truth, but because there is much pain and anger that will naturally follow the betrayal of a loved one and the broken trust, a spiritual support system needed to first be in place for the repercussions. Having said that, if your father continues engaging in adulterous relationships, confide in the clergy. There are many reasons for this kind of reckless behavior and perhaps the clergy may be able to lead him to repentance. They have the obligation and are endowed with the wisdom to discuss the matter with both of your parents, not only from a spiritual perspective, but also as a duty to warn as your mom may also be in jeopardy of contracting STDs because of your father's extramarital affairs.Answered by His Eminence Metropolitan Youssef (opens in a new tab)