Hi, guys —

I have read your responses to questions on matters of Catholic faith with interest.

I have also read an article on annulments and marriage by Rev. Michael Smith Foster, J.C.D.
which you referred to one of your questioners written by a Catholic priest from Boston.

I hope that my question, based on the article you referenced, won't take too much of your time.

In the article, the following was said:

• So what is the Church's position on a marriage that took place between a baptized Protestant man and a baptized Catholic woman in a Protestant church, without the presence of an authorized priest or deacon?
• Does the Church recognize that a marriage took place?

Thanks in advance,

James Duarte