Hi, I just started the process for an annullment. I have also been asked to be a sponsor for confirmation. I am told by some that I cannot sponsor a confirmation candidate during an annullent process and vice versa. and can i receive the sacrament? I hope someone can guide me in the right direction. thanks

-- Patrick Steven Cordova (papacordova@hotmail.com), April 11, 2004

Answers

Response to a cofrmation sponsor and annullent question

If you have remarried outside the Church, then you shouldn't be receiving Holy Communion or a sponser for confirmation. Otherwise, there shouldn't be a problem, assuming you've confessed any mortal sins and been absolved in the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

-- Mark (aujus_1066@yahoo.com), April 11, 2004.

Response to a cofrmation sponsor and annullent question

There is nothing morally wrong with seeking an annulment; therefore, doing so should not interfere in any way with your full participation in any aspect of the life of the Church, including the sacraments.

-- Paul M. (PaulCyp@cox.net), April 12, 2004.