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Month: April 2014

Is Divorce Ever Okay?

April 22, 2014 by headmackerel 3 Comments

I recently delivered an emotional, first hand appeal to Christian parents and couples to avoid divorce — no matter what.   Now, I’d like to take a look at divorce from a more objective, theological view. The big question is this: Is it ever okay for Christians to get a divorce? Short, safe answer? No, … [Read more…]

Posted in: Church Teaching Tagged: Catechism, Divorce, Gospels, Marriage, Matrimony, Matthew, Sacraments

In Defense of the Family

April 9, 2014 by headmackerel 6 Comments

Divorce is an unnatural occurrence. At least, it should be. Unfortunately, we don’t all view marriage through the lens of the Church. We don’t all see marriage as an unbreakable commitment, a Sacrament, or a holy union created by God. Instead, in these modern times, many of us see it as a contract, an agreement, … [Read more…]

Posted in: Reflections Tagged: #marriage #divorce #sacraments #family

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