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Can a divorced man of 45 years Become a Catholic priest?

No
  According to the Roman Catholic Church remains the man is married, so it is not capable of becoming a priest or until the spouse dies or if the marriage is annulled.
  Divorce is only recognized by civil authority, not by divine authority. A legal document can not undo the spiritual reality of union between the couple. For this reason, the man is still married, and why can not become a priest.

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12 comments for “Can a divorced man of 45 years Become a Catholic priest?”


  1. pipahh says:

    I knew a man who was a deacon, and when his wife died he became a priest. And it was in his 50. He already had four children and has spent his life working for the city of New York.
      EDIT: Somehow the word "divorce" escaped my notice, as many things to do before the introduction of daily caffeine in my system. I think you need to have the marriage annulled.

  2. address man says:

    Sure …. ensure that their marriage was annulled the first ….. O ……
      1. Marriage annulled
      2. Marry again
      3. Join the Catholic Church …. Maronite Eastern, Melchites, heating, etc, are in communion with Rome
      4. Becoming a priest in the church, because married men can become priests. The priests can not marry, but married men can become priests. So …. first marriage.

  3. The Carmelite says:

    No. A divorce is a simple legal procedure, even the slightest or mandatory for the Church of the Holy Sacraments. In the eyes of God, who is married yet.
      If your marriage has been annulled, then yes, it is possible for you to become a priest.

  4. Daver says:

    Only if they also had the marriage annulled or widowed Catholic and in good condition.

  5. Debra M. Wishing Peace To All says:

    yes. Call your director of vocations and have a talk with him. It could recommend a spiritual advisor to help you with your process of discernment as well.

  6. monky_bi says:

    Actually, when he gets right to the Nitty gritty, can actually be quite what you want. So yes, if you want it, go for it.

  7. 6ofUs says:

    Simple yes, but you need to speak with the director of vocations.
      marriage should be annulled first!

  8. rp says:

    I think so. I call the Archdiocese and find out.

  9. Misty says:

    Yes - I think even though it may need to have their marriage annulled –

  10. Rosemari says:

    Of course, you can

  11. TEH TYME KITTEH =^..^= says:

    Yes the simple answer.

  12. Marty says:

    Why U want to:
      a) God does not exist
      b) we all know what the Catholic priests are associated with



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