The report ‘Pope simplifies marriage annulment procedures - fast track process introduced’ (timesofmalta.com, September 8) ended up with the following:
“He (Pope Francis) has also said the Church should take into account that ignorance of the faith can be a reason to declare a marriage invalid.”
Consequently, “ignorance of the faith” can also constitute an impediment for marriage. Mercy and justice, in any case, require that “ignorance of the faith” works both ways.