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Divorce Support

Archdiocese of Chicago's Family Ministry Office
312.534.8351
familyministries.org
 
Catholic Divorce & Annulment Support Ministries
Published by the Archdiocese of Chicago's Family Ministry Office. Lists groups located in Chicago's Archdiocese.
Groups are listed here
 
Catholic Charities Counseling
The Holbrook Center
312-948-7550; 312-655-7725
www.catholiccharities.org
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

St. Paul of the Cross Park Ridge Divorce Recovery Ministry


Journeys 2011
Divorce Recovery Program

Journeys is a program that helps those who have been through a divorce so that they can cope, heal, move on and grow closer to God. Meetings include prayer, education and discussion.

Men and women, who formerly were program participants, help facilitate the meetings and are available for support. Confidentiality is stressed.

Journeys program is "open."  You do not need to register or commit to attendance.  Come to whichever meetings are of interest to you. They are held the second Monday of every month from 7:00-8:45pm in the parish's Kinane Center (see campus map).

Below is the 2011 schedule. Topics are subject to change. 

Jan. 10: Coping - Navigating the challenges brought about by divorce.

Feb. 14: Grief - Mourning the death of your marital relationship and other losses that occur from divorce.

Mar. 14: Depression - Recognizing its symptoms and pulling out of it.

Apr. 11: Loneliness - Its causes, consequences and cures.

May 9: Anger - Identifying its sources; Expressing it in a healthy way.

Jun. 13: Discussions with Fr. Britto Berchmans - Forgiveness; Annulments; Catholic misconceptions
about divorce. Be sure not to miss this great meeting!

July 11: KidCare - The effects of divorce on children; Avoiding common mistakes parents make.

Aug. 8: New Relationships - Knowing when you are ready; Keys to a successful relationship.

Sept. - Nov: "Divorce & Beyond" Program - This program is held annually in the fall. Everyone is encouraged to go through it at least once, especially after your divorce has been finalized. The program takes a deeper look at the most difficult aspects of divorce such as blame, guilt, anger and forgiveness. Meets weekly. Exact dates TBA.

Dec. 12: Surviving the Holidays - Strategies and tips
for coping with the holidays and the challenges they bring. Session is followed by a Christmas social.

Catholic Divorce Facts

  • Divorced Catholics are not ex-communicated.
  • Divorced Catholics in good standing with the church, who are not remarried, may receive the sacraments.
  • Divorced Catholics are full members of the Catholic Church and can participate fully in the life of the church.
  • Neither divorce  nor annulment affects the legitimacy of children.
  •  Before a divorced Catholic can remarry in the Church, a declaration of nulity must be granted.
St. Paul of the Cross Mission Statement: As children of God, living in a Catholic community of faith, we are united by the Gospel message of Jesus Christ. Aware that all we have is gift and grace from our Heavenly Father, we strive to give of our time, talent and treasure to build His kingdom on earth. We live this mission, challenged by the Word, nurtured by the Sacraments, and enlivened by the Spirit, to serve our brothers and sisters in peace, justice and dignity. All are welcome on this journey.