I am not getting any younger, I cant find a Catholic girl to Marry, Cant I marry a non-Catholic? The Shocker: Marriage is prohibited between a Catholic and a non-Catholic irrespective of the gender (cf Canon 1124; Malachi 2:11; 2Cor 6:14-16) The Goodnews is: If permitted by the Bishop for example, Marriage is possible under ALL the following conditions: 1. The Catholic has to remain Catholic and ALL the children born of the marriage baptized and brought up as catholics (Canon 1125 #1; 1Cor 7::12-14) 2. The non-Catholic party is aware at an appropriate time of the position of the Catholic party (Canon 1125 #2) The two of them MUST undergo Marriage Instructions in the Catholic Church (Canon 1125 #3). Marriage like this is called Mixed Marriage if between a Catholic and a Baptized non-Catholic. It is called Disparity of Cult if between Catholic and a non baptized person. The right place to have the marriage celebrated is in the Catholic Church, unless the Bishop allows otherwise, then it can take place in the non-Catholic Church (Canon 1108 #1; 1115; 1118) The Wisdom is, avoid conflict of faith as you know that without faith, it is impossible to please God (Heb 11:6). If you find love outside of your faith, be careful, for love isnt the only ingridient for a happy marriage. Life experiences show that those who claim to be ok with the conditions before marriage, turn around to disagree. Though Marriage cannot exist where there is lie or deceit or force, yet, the relationship must have been traumatized before you sort yourself out. Let your life be Guided by the Holy Spirit in Whom you find the Will of God (Jn 16:13; Eph 5:16-17). Be blessed.
Posted on: Thu, 19 Sep 2013 02:28:22 +0000
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