Support and Resources for the Separated and Divorced
Separation or divorce is never part of the plan. Even when necessary, separation or divorce carries complicated emotions and is often accompanied by immense grief and pain. Please know that you are not alone. The Archdiocese of Saint Boniface offers support, encouragement, and resources as you pass through this difficult transition to a new life with hope and healing.
Support Programs
Surviving Divorce: 12-Week Catholic Program for the Separated and Divorced – Dates in the Spring of 2025 To Be Announced
Testimonials: “I would definitely recommend the Surviving Divorce program. The videos and discussion topics were well thought out, but, being on a journey with others was equally beneficial because we were able to offer support to one another in a safe and prayerful environment.”
"This program greatly assisted my emotional healing in a safe and accepting environment by sharing with others who have been through the end of a marriage."
Are you or anyone in your family Separated or Divorced? The Archdiocese of Saint Boniface Ministry to the Separated and Divorced will be hosting a twelve-session Surviving Divorce program that will bring hope and healing to those who are experiencing the pain and loneliness of a broken marriage. Surviving Divorce features twelve video presentations that cover topics such as shock and grief, anger and forgiveness, money issues, dealing with children and a former spouse, and annulment and remarriage. This program is for the newly separated and divorced and those still struggling with issues many years later. It will help them find answers to their questions, restore their hope, and begin authentic healing.
This program will runs for 12 weeks, with dates to be announced in January of 2025.
The cost of the program for participants is $50 and includes the Surviving Divorce Personal Guide and all program materials. Find comfort and counsel consistent with Catholic Church teachings.
For information, please contact Marie Brunet at mfl@archsaintboniface.ca; 204-594-0274 or Daniel Bahuaud at communications@archsaintboniface.ca; 204-594-0277.
Those wishing to take the Surviving Divorce program immediately, or those who would prefer to explore the program before commiting to the 12 weeks, there is the option of the Online Course: Surviving Divorce, Online Course – Ascension (ascensionpress.com)
View an introduction to the program:
Surviving Divorce: Hope and Healing for the Catholic Family (Online or on DVD Program) was created to bring hope and healing to those who have experienced the pain and loneliness of a broken marriage. It is for the newly separated and divorced and those still struggling with issues many years later. It will help them answer their questions, restore hope, and begin authentic healing. Offered as an online course or a series of DVDs - available to borrow by contacting Marie at the Office of Marriage, Family and Life: 204-594-0274 or mfl@archsaintboniface.ca
A weekend program, Beginning Experience is intended for those suffering the loss of a love relationship as widowed, divorced or separated, who are ready to come to terms with that loss and move forward with their lives.
- Helps grieving persons focus on their experience and emerge from the darkness of grief into the light of a new beginning.
- Offers an opportunity, through God, for turning the pain of loss into a basis for positive growth.
- Founded by a Catholic nun and rooted in the Christian tradition, the ministry’s open, inclusive spirit serves those of all faiths.
2025 Beginning Experience Weekend Date in Winnipeg to be announced. Please check back here for information or contact Marie at the Office of Marriage, Family and Life: 204-594-0274 or mfl@archsaintboniface.ca
Counseling and Support Services
Counseling
The Marriage, Family and Life Office at the Archdiocese of Saint Boniface can offer suggestions of professionals and organizations that can journey with you in a way that is respectful of your faith life.
Please email mfl@archsaintboniface.ca to request a List of Therapists and Mentors who are Catholic, Christian & 'Catholic-Friendly'.
Websites
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DivorceCare is a nondenominational, Bible-based support program. They have a particular ministry, “Surviving the Holidays” which is useful during that stressful time.
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Divorced Catholic provides a variety of resources including workshops, books and daily reflections.
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Journey of Hope contains both free and commercial resources to help Catholics who have experienced divorce.
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The St. Raymond Nonnatus Foundation offers prayerful accompaniment to individuals and families affected by divorce. They offer free consultations with Spiritual Moderator/priest.
Video Presentations
With thanks to the Archdiocese of Vancouver for sharing these videos from their series of presentations from 'Hope, Healing, and Belonging'.
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