If Andrew Cuomo can be considered a Catholic, is there even a reason for the Catholic Church to exist at this time? I am lamenting this question, not attacking good Catholics in asking this.
It’s a very good, and heartbreaking question.
I think from a purely Theological point of view, yes he is Catholic, by virtue of the Sacrament of Baptism. Theologically, their is a indelible spiritual mark on the Soul. So those Catholics who know the faith must be consistent. Even Andrew Cuomo, who is obviously at best a luke-warm Catholic or even one who is a bad Catholic, is still Catholic.
I'm a non-practicing Catholic. Have been for a very long time. I pray to the Lord every day, but I don't go to mass, and haven't been to confession in many years. The fact that the Church is willing to look the other way on this, and other issues, gives me even less of a reason to go to church. I can speak to God on my own, and confess my sins to him, and ask for his forgiveness myself. If the Church will not stand up for what is right, then why should I support it in any way?