Separated & Divorced Ministry
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The end of a marriage can be devastating to those who experience this type of loss. You are still loved and very welcome in our parish. Pope John Paul II's Apostolic Exhortation on the Family calls upon "pastors and the whole community of the faithful to help the divorced, and with solicitous care to make sure that they do not consider themselves as separated from the church, for as baptized persons they can and indeed must share in her life...Let the Church pray for them, encourage them, and show herself a merciful mother and thus sustain them in faith and hope."
Saint Rose does not have a formal support group for separated and divorced individuals; however, the following area resources may be of interest. If you would like to meet with our Pastor, Father Marc Paveglio or Pastoral Associate, Brian Hindt, please call the Parish Center at 651-645-9389. They would be more than happy to support you during this difficult time.
DivorceCare Group
DivorceCare is a safe place where caring people come alongside you as you find healing from the pain of separation or divorce. At this 13-week, video-based support group program, you’ll find helpful counsel to manage the emotional turmoil and practical tools for decision-making. Please note that this isn't a Catholic Divorce group but Catholics are welcome to attend.
Locally offered at: Grace Church, Roseville (childcare provided). Lead Facilitator is Sandy Stageberg and her phone number is 651-633-6479 ext 1775. The group currently meets on Sundays from 10:30- 12.
Catholic virtual Separated/Divorced Support Group
Support Group on Zoom for men and women discerning separation or divorce, going through divorce or healing from divorce. You don't have to walk alone any more! 1st & 3rd Tuesday, 7pm. To register or learn more go to: Abounding Joy: Virtual Separated/Divorced Support Group
Growing Through Loss Support SeriesTwin Cities’ North Suburban Grief Support Coalition has a six-week Spring and Fall “Growing Through Loss” series. The series provides an opportunity to obtain information and support for a variety of loss and grief issues including separation or divorce.
For more information call 763-755-5335 or click here: http://growingthroughloss.org/
The Journey of Hope Program
The Journey of Hope Program is a 17-week program created in 2001 specifically for the support and healing of separated and divorced Catholics. It is comprised of videos and book content that address specific issues faced by those going through a divorce for each of its sessions. It has been facilitated by parishes and dioceses across the United States and in Canada. It 100% loyal to the teachings of the magisterium and has been the source of emotional healing for thousands of individuals. Link sign up or learn more: The Journey of Hope Program