Hi Anne,

Each individual's situation is usually very unique and requires an appointment with, preferably, a holy, solid priest. He can assist you in discerning what your particular situation would require.

• Just so we have a better insight, does your current husband have any objections to you becoming a Catholic?

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Mike

Hi Anne,

If your marriage took place prior to your husband's first wife's death, the Church may require the current marriage to blessed by the Church, since the your husband was still married in the eyes of the Church when he married you.

Since the first wife is dead, I don't think there will be any need for an annulment.

John

Hi, Anne —

You are free to come in. Your marriage is valid.

Fr. Jonathan