Priesthood Question

[als10062008]

I pray that this is a few and far between scenario in the real world, and I wanted to get some insight on Church positions.

If an active Catholic priest formerly resigns from the priesthood for personal reasons, whether sickness or pursuing a relationship, would that priest be able to request a priestly assignment in the future? Would the Church allow it at all, would it be a Diocesan decision, through the Vatican, or other? Thanks in advance for your insight!

 

[PaulfromIowa]

The priesthood is not something one resigns from like a regular job. Priests are regularly granted a leave of absence by their bishop for various reasons.

 

[pollylodges]

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Amen.

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Give us this day our daily bread.

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And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.

Amen.

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Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb Jesus.

Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death.

Amen.

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[als10062008]

Thank you, I was wondering on clarification, if a priest were to decide he wanted to marry, then say a few years later, felt called back to the priesthood…

I understand it’s not a simple decide-and-go process, and was wondering how it was handled. Thanks -

 

[wild_thing]

Hi als10062008!

You might want to re-post this query in the vocations or spirituality forum to get more responses. This one is just for prayers. God bless!