Why So Many Divorced Catholics Fall Away from the Faith — And How We Can Respond

Is there a place for divorced Catholics in the Catholic Church? Many people feel overlooked, misunderstood, or unsure where to turn — and almost no one talks about what the Church actually offers for separated and divorced Catholics. In Part 2 with Carolyn Klika Catino of Abounding Joy Ministry, we go beyond the teaching and into the reality: the isolation, the gaps in parish support, the questions about annulments, and — most importantly — the path to healing that's rooted in truth and community. If you haven't seen Part 1, start there — we focus on preventing divorce and fighting for your marriage relationship before it breaks. In this episode: How the Catholic Church ministers to divorced Catholics Why so many divorced Catholics feel abandoned (and what's changing) Annulments — what they really mean and why they're misunderstood Identity, healing, and rebuilding after divorce Where to find faithful Catholic support and accompaniment 💔 Whether you're navigating life after divorce or walking alongside someone who is — this conversation offers clarity, compassion, and a real way forward. Abounding Joy Ministry: https://www.aboundingjoyministry.com/ Upcoming Abounding Joy events: Abounding Joy Divorce Ministry Intensive Training May 13 and 14 An Evening for the Separated and Divorced - East: May 19 An Evening for the Separated and Divorced - West: May 21 🙏 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share to spread a culture of life. 📲 Subscribe & Follow 👉 Subscribe for future episodes of Living a Culture of Life 👉 Follow us on Instagram:   / cultureoflife_podcast   👉 Follow us on X (Twitter): https://x.com/cultureoflife_p 🎧 Listen Anywhere You Get Podcasts Full episodes available on all major platforms: Spotify, Apple, Google, and more. 🎙️ Or listen directly on our website: https://hli.org Help us proclaim the truth about life, family, and human dignity. 👍 Like | 💬 Comment | 🔁 Share | 🔔 Subscribe