Saint Francis of Assisi Parish -
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Published on: 7/31/2002
Last Visited: 4/3/2003
UNDERSTANDING DIVORCE, ANNULMENT, AND REMARRIAGE": will be offered at the Spiritual Life Center by Richard White, Ph.D. on Saturday, February 22, 9 AM - 3:30 PM.Register by calling the Center at 744-0167."So, what does the Catholic Church really teach about divorce?""Can anyone get an annulment?""Why can't I receive Communion at Mass, if I am divorced and remarried?""Am I still married in the eyes of God if I receive a civil divorce?"These questions point to a deeper question about what marriage is exactly.Understanding all of the "rules" can be baffling, and trusting what the Church professes to be true can be challenging - especially because this goes against the grain of our modern culture's ideas about marriage.
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Richard White, Ph.D. is Assistant Professor and the Chair of the Religious Studies program at Benedictine College in Atchison, KS.
A BETTER CHOICE: Beginning Thursday, March 20, A Better Choice will offer a training workshop for anyone interested in working in a life-giving ministry offering compassionate support for pregnant women and their families.A variety of volunteer opportunities are available.Please call 685-5757 Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM to register or for more information.
RE-MEMBERING CHURCH: is a process for those who have felt alienated from the church and are considering returning.Sessions begin at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church on Thursday, February 27, at 7 PM.