Cohanim Sitting with a Non-Jew
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Question
We are Cohanim who observe the Torah and commandments. Unfortunately, our eldest son fell in love with a non-Jew (who began the conversion process while living in Poland) and married her in a civil marriage. She is currently in advanced stages of pregnancy. The second son does not agree that they should visit us on Shabbat and holidays, claiming that we, as Cohanim, are not allowed to sit with a Cohen who married a Christian. Is he right, is there such a halacha? Of course, the situation is difficult and sad for all of us who desire family unity and the drawing of hearts closer, not distancing the son and his wife from Judaism. Thank you in advance for your response.
Answer
Hello,
There is no specific prohibition for Cohanim to sit with a non-Jew.
One should carefully consider the relationship with the non-Jewish daughter-in-law. On one hand, there is a need to bring the son closer, and on the other hand, there is no reason to draw closer to his 'wife' [-in quotes, because this marriage has no significance, and she is not his wife according to the law].