1649. Yet there are some situations in which living together becomes practically impossible for a variety of reasons. In such cases the Church permits the physical separation of the couple and their living apart. the spouses do not cease to be husband and wife before God and so are not free to contract a new union. In this difficult situation, the best solution would be, if possible, reconciliation. the Christian community is called to help these persons live out their situation in a Christian manner and in fidelity to their marriage bond which remains indissoluble.157
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223. How does the Holy Spirit work in the liturgy of the Church?
240. What is the purpose of holy images?
205. What happens to our body and our soul after death?
473. How does one avoid scandal?
178. How are the people of God formed?
316. Who can receive the sacrament of the anointing of the sick?
594. Why do we say “Forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us”?
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The power of community: the unity of the Jewish people in Esther (Esther 9:1-5)
What does it mean to choose godliness over the flesh, according to 1 Peter 4:1-6?
The Beatitudes: Understanding Their Meaning and Importance (Matthew 5:3-11)
How does Lamentations address the issue of human suffering?
How important is God’s love to our lives, according to 1 John 4:8?
What does the book of Hosea teach us about God’s unwavering love for his people?
How important is community in the midst of suffering, according to Job 42:10-11?
