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5/14/26 - Fr. John Brancich, FSSP - Why Is Catholic Divorce Never Allowed?

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Ask A Priest Live
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May 14, 2026
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Summary

Fr. John Brancich, FSSP, is the pastor of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained into the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter in 2004. In Today's Show: ​Is it moral to purchase a relic with the intention of giving it to the clergy? What is the best way to explain to a non-Catholic that cohabitation is not allowed? Why is divorce not allowed in cases where the spouse cheats? Do two people who have dated have any claim towards each other? Is it a sin to joke about an assassination attempt? What is the best way to deal with a pornography addiction? Can a priest, after hearing the confession of a criminal, hand over security footage to the police? Can a Roman Catholic make a habit of attending Byzantine Catholic liturgies? And more. Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!