I do happen to think the Church has missed out on this or these whole scenarios. Given the highly charged sexual revolution, the cultural propaganda several generations have been exposed too...I think many fell into temptation with a marriage that should have never been.
I was married at 19 and did so to escape a dysfunctional home life. Sadly, I struggled along with his parents to make a solid go our marriage. 14 years later I finally filed for a divorce, fully realizing he was leading a double-life. Before the court documents were even signed he already had the images of other women framed and displayed for all the world to see.
I’ve now been divorced longer than I was ever married. Single, celibate, and becoming an old maid. Our parish is holding an introduction to the annulment process...I looked through the paperwork and just shook my head.
No, an annulment should not be easy, but now after 16 years I don’t think my husband is ever coming back either. How long should a penance like this be? How long do I have to suffer for his sins and indiscretions? All because he would not repent and return the marriage I cannot participate in the Church. Where is this Godly mercy?
Sure you can. You've certainly been given a heavy cross to carry, but the Lord loves you and will give you strength.
I Peter 2:19-22 For this is thankworthy: if, for conscience towards God, a man endure sorrows, suffering wrongfully. For what glory is it, if, committing sin and being buffeted for it, you endure? But if doing well you suffer patiently: this is thankworthy before God. For unto this are you called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving you an example that you should follow his steps.
Some of the comments below the YouTube video are from people who have had losses in life.