Can divorced Catholics who are remarried receive the sacrament of Penance?
Reconciliation through the sacrament of Penance can be granted only to those who have repented for having violated their marriage covenant and fidelity to Christ, and who are committed to resolve their situation. They are then in a position to receive communion once there is no risk of causing scandal. 126. How can remarried Catholics resolve their situation? Remarried Catholics should try to resolve their situation by seeking advice from a prudent and experienced priest. In general they can seek to resolve their situation by: 1. Dissolving the second civil union and living apart 2. Living with their present companion, if the obligations of justice towards their children require it, but without having sexual relations. 3. If there are grounds, investigating the possible nullity of their first marriage with intentions of legitimising the actual one. They should be encouraged to listen to the Word of God, to attend the Sacrifice of the Mass, to persevere in prayer, to contribute to works
