2007-03-15 05:37:05 · 8 answers · asked by bridetobe 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
Catholics cannot be married twice in the Church.
The only possiblity is to get a special annulment from the Pope, which says that the original marriage never existed. This is a long process, and it's not guaranteed the person will get the annulment.
If the 1st marriage was not done within the Church, then a Catholic priest would have no problem performing the 2nd (and only, in the Church's eyes) marriage.
2007-03-15 05:40:09 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
All previous marriages, civil or religious, have to be dealt with before anyone can be married in the Catholic Church.
The Catholic Church believes that God does not recognize civil divorces.
Jesus said, "Therefore what God has joined together, no human being must separate." (Mark 10:9)
However there may be hope of a declaration of nullity.
The term "annulment" is a misnomer because the Church does not undo or erase a marriage bond.
Rather the Church issues a declaration of nullity when it discovers that the parties were not truly joined by God and hence a full spiritual sacramental marriage as understood by the Church was not present.
Then the parties are free to marry for the first time.
Approach the appropriate person your in your parish who has been trained in the process. If you encounter difficulties, you may go directly to the diocese.
Be prayerful, honest and patient. It takes a while.
If the declaration of nullity is given then a Catholic deacon can perform the marriage ceremony.
With love in Christ.
2007-03-15 16:26:40 · answer #2 · answered by imacatholic2 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
All I can say is GOOD LUCK with that long process........but if you want it than go for it. Be sure to have a few extra bucks to spare!!
You will have to get the first marriage annulled by a priest. He may have different things that you have to do in order to start the process but it usually consists of: counseling, references from family members and friends, and kind of like an essay stating why this marriage will work and ways to reduce conflict between partners. Hopefully you don't have to do all that because it will be more planning for the annullment than the wedding. lol.
2007-03-15 07:03:07 · answer #3 · answered by Crystal 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No a catholic deacon isn't allowed to do a bridal ceremony, until by some ability he's given the authority and ability via the archbishop, that's uncommon. It doesnt count number the place the marriage happens they nonetheless want the permission from the arch bishop, a priest won't be able to do confession or many different rites as quickly as they become ordained, they might desire to serve the archbishop and recieve his blessing and permission.
2016-10-18 11:06:01 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Only if the person has gotten an annulment. Talk to the deacon and priest about it.
2007-03-15 08:13:55 · answer #5 · answered by Lydia 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. You have to get your first marriage annulled first. Ask your church how to do it. I did it, but it is a lot of work. I had to write all sorts of letters, get testimonies from various friends who knew me and my ex, and even had to see a counselor about it--which was required. The whole process took about 8 months, and cost about $600.
2007-03-15 05:42:36 · answer #6 · answered by Audrey C 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yup. yes. there would be steps to take of course even if they were previously married in the church. everyone makes exceptions everywhere if you squeak enough. the church might 'annull' the previous marriage. ritualistic. if you have a problem with that, there are lots of churches, marriage counseling, spiritual counseling, etc. afterall, its the same God..or does the Catholic Church not accept everyone?
that would be hypocritical. happy nuptuals
2007-03-15 05:43:17 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Ask him.
2007-03-15 05:40:21 · answer #8 · answered by notyou311 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋