You have asked for nonbelievers but I am on the verge. I was raised Catholic and identify as one now. However I am divorced and going through the annulment process with the church. It has been incredibly hard and technically I have committed adultery. At this point with the money, time, and no consistency with communication from the diocese, I am wondering why I am going through this? Is it worth it? I know I can repent but the thought of it coming back as a no and to be celibate at such a young age just to be a part of the church and receive holy communion is hard for me. With all of the issues as well with the church, I am considering just giving up my faith. My marriage ended in a very traumatic way, not “normal” circumstances. I feel like one bad decision has ripped everything from me and the church has just added to that judgement/punishment. Even if it is a yes, I am not sure the point of going back. I respect the church’s teaching and wouldn’t go back unless I truly recommitted but at this point I would love any reason, because they made it clear the annulment process is not for healing.