Frequently Asked Questions about the Evangelical Catholic Church

Here are some of the common questions asked of us about the Evangelical Catholic Church.  We hope these might be helpful to you in learning more about us.

How is the Evangelical Catholic Church different from the Roman Catholic Church?

The IECCA is a Catholic Faith Community that continues the celebration of the Liturgical, Sacramental and Spiritual Life of Catholicism independent of Rome.  Aside from our few basic pastoral reforms and our unconditional commitment to welcome and serve all members of the human family, we have not made any radical changes that would impede or confuse anyone during our Eucharistic celebrations.

Does the Evangelical Catholic Church permit married priests and women priests?

The IECCA welcomes married priests - male or female - to the ranks of the diocesan clergy.  Women have the same vocational options within the Church as men.  For details, please visit our

Does the Evangelical Catholic Church welcome vocations to the vowed religious life?

The IECCA encourages and supports vocations to the religious life.  For details, please visit our pages for

How does the Evangelical Catholic Church fit into the larger picture of historic Catholicism?

The IECCA is a new branch upon the historic tree of Catholicism.  Our apostolic succession is firmed connected to the historic "roots" of Catholicism.  This is why our Orders are completely valid.  For details, please visit our

Is the Evangelical Catholic Church an open and welcoming Catholic faith community?

Part of our vocational mandate is to unconditionally welcome and embrace all individuals and families whom we meet.  For more information, please visit our

Does the Evangelical Catholic Church permit divorced persons the opportunity to remarry?

We permit individuals who had been previously married to re-enter the Sacrament of Marriage.  For details, please visit our

Does the Evangelical Catholic Church permit Family Planning?

Yes, we encourage families to consult with their doctors to decide which methods of family planning would best suit their needs.  For details, please visit our