A Way of Penance: Non-Tribunal Options for the Divorced and Remarried
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| Abstract: | The aim of this thesis is to consider non-tribunal options for the divorced and civilly remarried by applying ancient Christian principles to the life of the Catholic Church today. No opposition is intended here between tribunal and non-tribunal solutions. Despite being distinct approaches, they are nevertheless integrally related. Although one or the other may be all that is needed or possible in a given case, both could be included in a wholistic pastoral response. This entails a close collaboration between the tribunals and the pastors of the Church. While the first recourse for an individual in these circumstances may be to petition for a declaration of nullity or dissolution of the bond, for one reason or another these tribunal solutions are admittedly not available to everyone. Although a couple may be unable to get remarried in the Church, they still may desire to participate in its sacramental life. Despite recent developments in the ecclesial conversation on this issue under the guidance of the magisterium, couples and individuals in these circumstances still often face a confusing dichotomy between rigorism and laxism, depending on their respective pastor and parish. There is a benefit in leaving guidelines intentionally vague to allow for prudential judgment in applying them to a wide variety of circumstances. Nevertheless, it seems that more clarity and specific guidelines are needed from the Church on the current discipline in order consistently to uphold the ideals of the Gospel while extending mercy to the repentant. This is where the particular law of the bishop can have a role; examples will be evaluated and suggestions made in this regard. |
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| ISBN: | 9798315757610 |
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