Can Curates Marry

Present-day practice. Generally speaking, in modern Christianity, Protestant and some independent Catholic churches allow for ordained clergy to marry after ordination.

What does it mean for a priest to be removed from ministry?

Laicization is the process of being removed from the priesthood, or “dispensed from the obligations of the clerical state,” including the obligation of celibacy. The process for laicization is strict, and requires permission from the Holy See. Typically, a priest must request laicization for himself.

What happens when you are defrocked?

Strictly speaking, the act of defrocking or unfrocking refers to the removal of the frock-like vestments of clergy and ministers, especially those that are used in officiating at worship services, baptisms, weddings, funerals, and communion.