St.

Patrick Catholic Community

For Divorced and Separated ...

Ice Cream Social
Sunday, April 27, after 10:30 AM Mass in Joshua room and while you are there

Find out more about the series Catholic Divorce Survival

Guide
How to find peace, power and passion after divorce

New 6 Week session begins April 30, 2014

Wednesdays 6:30 PM 8:30 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

Why a Divorced and Separated Ministry at St. Patrick?

So often Catholics who go through a separation or a divorce feel alone and isolated, even guilty, in the midst of the turmoil and adjustments they are facing. They mistakenly believe that the Catholic Church judges them harshly, so at the very time they need the most support, they pull away from the faith community. The program we use, the Catholics Divorce Survival Guide, helps form us as a community of support, guide us beyond misconceptions, and address healthy ways of healing and moving forward.

How does the Divorced and Separated Ministry work?

The program runs for twelve sessions on Wednesday evenings, beginning November 9 and continuing through January of the New Year. At the conclusion of these sessions, additional opportunities small group meetings, special presentations, etc. will be available to assist those dealing with single parenting, custody and other issues.

What actually happens at these twelve weekly sessions?

The program contains a video segment which introduces the theme of each week, followed by approximately one hour of discussion time, typically in small group format. The first sessions focus on healing by helping each person find his or her own inner balance (mentally, emotionally, psychologically, physically, and spiritually). The second set of sessions (5-8) address the devastating sense of powerlessness so many experience, helping participants move away from anger, bitterness, and resentment which can keep us mentally, emotionally, and spiritually weak. The last sessions (9-12) offer guidance on the kind of love, romance, and passion that is spiritually healing and whole.

Is there a cost to the program?

The program includes a book for each participant, and a contribution of $15.00 helps cover St. Patricks costs in that respect. There is no cost beyond that, although donations are always welcome, andfor those in difficult financial circumstancespartial or full scholarships are available upon request. No one is ever excluded for financial reasons.

I have young children and cant afford to pay a babysitter. Is childcare available?

Yes, childcare is available but you must register in advance. We regret we do not have the capacity to offer evening childcare for infants. For more information and to register for childcare, call Carol LoPorto at St. Patrick Catholic Community (480) 998-3843.

I am interested. How do I find out more?

Attend the Information Session on Wednesday, November 2 at 7:00-8:00 PM in the Administration Building at the far south end of the parish. You will meet others, receive a short introduction to the program, have the opportunity to complete a full registration, and receive your copy of the program book.

I am interested in beginning on November 9 but cant attend November 2? What do I do?

Call Tricia Hoyt at (480) 998-3843 ext. 104 to sign up. It is important that we know how many books to have on hand and how much space to prepare, so your cooperation in this respect is appreciated.