Catholic Marriage Crisis: How to Save Your Marriage (Reaching Couples Before Divorce)

Is your Catholic marriage in crisis? Are you wondering what the Church teaches about separation and divorce — or whether your marriage relationship can still be saved? In this episode, Carolyn Klika Catino of Abounding Joy Ministry unpacks the truth about Catholic marriages in crisis and the Church's teaching on separation and divorce, with a focus on healing and restoration BEFORE temptation towards divorce occurs. The Church teaches that divorce is a grave offense against the natural law and that the covenant of marriage is permanent. At the same time, the Church also recognizes that there can be an innocent spouse—someone who did not will the breakup and may even have been unjustly abandoned or forced to separate for serious reasons such as safety. In this episode, you’ll learn: What the Catholic Church truly teaches about divorce and why it's grave matter The most common causes of Catholic marriage breakdown: unmet expectations, emotional wounds, addiction, and infidelity Practical, faith-based strategies to save a struggling marriage What to do when your spouse wants a divorce — and you don't How to navigate conflict, communication breakdown, and emotional wounds Where to find authentic Catholic marriage help and support This episode is about FIGHTING for your marriage — rediscovering hope, honoring your vows, and trusting that healing is possible. 📖 This is Part 1 of a 2-part series. Part 2 will cover how the Church ministers to Catholics AFTER divorce, including healing, annulment, and rebuilding life in Christ. 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 Chapters: 00:00 Catholic Marriage Help 02:18 Carolyn's Personal Story 05:35 Church Teaching on Civil Divorce 10:08 Is Divorce Sinful? 12:33 Common Marriage Struggles 16:51 Unique Catholic Struggles 21:41 Current Support and Gaps 26:03 Fighting for the Marriage Bond 28:26 Build a New Life Workshop 31:05 What to do if Your Spouse Wants Divorce 38:08 Handing Abusive Situations 50:06 Advice for Friends and Family Living the Culture of Life