The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

Why Is There No Marriage in Heaven?

Jul 3, 2025
Fr. Mike tackles the idea of no marriage in Heaven and why it doesn’t have to be sad. He explores how the love we share on Earth transforms and deepens in the afterlife. Rather than losing connections, he reassures us that our bonds will flourish. Listeners are reminded that Heaven is not about less love but about experiencing a fuller, richer kind of love.
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ANECDOTE

Husband's Struggle With Teaching

  • A married man expressed distress over the teaching that there is no marriage in heaven.
  • He loved his wife so much that even decades together felt insufficient.
INSIGHT

Heaven's Love Surpasses Earthly Marriage

  • The teaching that there is no marriage in heaven means marriage as an institution ends, not love.
  • Heaven will have more love, including a deeper love for your spouse, not less.
INSIGHT

God's Unique Infinite Love

  • God's love is infinite and uniquely tailored to each person.
  • In heaven, this infinite love allows for a purified, amplified love for everyone, especially your spouse.
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