TOV May 2013: Until Death Do Us Part

Theology on the Vine - May 2, 2013

Until Death Do Us Part....
Marriage, Remarriage, Divorce, Annulments
and Church Law


Fr. Mario Arroyo was joined by special guest:

Anne Bryant, J.C.L. - Canon Lawyer
Director of the Archdiocesan Metropolitan Tribunal

Ms. Anne Bryant is the Director of the Diocesan Tribunal; the chief court of church justice for the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston. Ms. Bryant has her Masters Degree in Canon Law, as well as a Masters Degrees in Theology and Education.

Ms. Bryant a degreed Canon Lawyer, together with Fr. Mario, Pastor of St. Cyril Church, will be answering questions regarding the Catholic Church's Marriage laws. This theological discussion will deepen your understanding of the Catholic Church's understanding of God's plan for Marriage.

A big Thank You to those who submitted questions online.
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Articles
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Many people, whether they are married, single or divorced, have had questions about annulments, marriage and remarriage. The July Theology on the Vine will be an opportunity to learn more and ask your questions. The articles below offer a starting point and can also be found on the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston website: http://www.archgh.org/Tribunal/

Article 1 - What is the Archdiocesan Metropolitan Tribunal?

Article 2 - Frequently Asked Questions
This second article addresses 50 questions that people have had about annulments, divorce and marriage. Questions such as:

• What is Canon Law? Why must the Church have so many laws?
• What is an annulment? What is a “declaration of nullity”?
• What’s the difference between “divorce” and “annulment”?
• When do I need an annulment? What do I have to do?
• Why does a Catholic have to be married by a Catholic priest or deacon?
• The Church’s teaching of marriage, divorce and remarriage seems impossible to live out in today’s world. Jesus could not expect us to take Him literally, could He?

Article 3 - Annulment: The Process and its Meaning by Patrick Lagges, JCD
It is difficult to understand "annulment" unless we also try to understand the Church's teaching on Marriage. This article, found on the Archdiocese of Galvestion-Houston website, can help with that understanding.

Discover resources and information about such diverse marriage topics as the four stages of marriage, or the Top Ten Problem Issues at the following website:

Website Resourse - For Your Marriage (An initiative of the US Conference of Catholic Bishops)


There are a lot of myths and misconceptions about marriage, divorce and remarriage in the Catholic Church. Find the answer to some questions such as:

Article 4 - Is a Divorced Person Excommunicated?

or take a look at some FAQs from the Catholic Marriage Resource Center:

Website Resourse - Frequently asked questions about marriage.


Investigate the resources the Catholic Church has to help troubled marriage at:

Website Resourse - Marriage Help and Support Center