Sacrament Series Marriage, Libreria Editrice Vaticana

The “Marriage” booklet from the Libreria Editrice Vaticana, in a cursory way, describes the gravity of offenses that justify separation.

“The reasons for reaching such an extreme situation must not be petty, such as stubbornness based on pride or lack of generosity in seeking solutions. A decision must be contemplated over a long period of time and be made only after listening to the advise of impartial people who can be recommended for their experience of married life. […] If a person has divorced solely for the property consequences, which cannot be otherwise obtained, and does not attempt to marry again civilly, that person can receive the sacraments of the Church” (34-35).

Publicity of Booklets (July 16, 2025, Adoremus)

A series of booklets on the seven sacraments in the lives of the faithful has been recently published by Liberia Editrice Vaticana and the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. Written by Cardinal Jorge Medina Estévez, former Prefect of the Congregation of Divine Worship and Discipline of the Sacraments (1998-2002), the small booklets of the series, about 25 pages each, are pastoral applications of the Church’s theological thinking and liturgical life for pastors and the faithful. “

“Perfect for families, catechists, and those interested in deepening their knowledge of the Catholic faith, this primer will help anyone along the road to understanding the Church’s path to salvation.” To order, visit www.usccb.org and click on the store menu in upper right hand side.