
Question:
I’m married to an ex-Catholic, now a non-Christian. I’ve been told that I shouldn’t have children if my husband refuses to raise them Catholic. Is this true?
Answer:
No. The Church doesn’t expect you to close yourself to the possibility of children because your husband has apostatized from Christianity. The Church expects you to welcome children and do the best you can to raise your children Catholic.
Marriage includes the responsibility of being open to new life and to building a family with your husband. You shouldn’t deny him the privilege of children based on what you think he might do should they come along. Instead, you should sit down with him, share your concerns, and seek to work out with him an agreement on how your children will be raised. If need be, a marital counselor can facilitate the discussion.
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