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The diocese has compiled a list of resources to help those struggling with the harmful effects of pornography. Read more.

The bishops of the State of New York developed the following summary of Catholic Church teaching on end-of-life issues. It has been updated and revised in order to reflect and be consistent with Missouri law. For more information on Missouri’s Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care and Planning Tools. Read more

Books

Annulments and the Catholic Church: Straight Answers to Tough Questions – Edward Peters, J.D., J.C.D.

Many questions abound regarding this issue, one which unfortunately touches the lives of many in the Church today. In this helpful book, canon and civil lawyer Edward N. Peters clears up some of the confusion by answering the most commonly-asked annulment questions in a thorough yet easy-to-understand style.

Courage to Love… When Your Marriage Hurts – Gerald Foley

Building on the experience of Retrouvaille, a successful church-sponsored ministry, this book focuses on building relationships. It invites couples to reconciliation, to rebuilding trust, to learning the skills necessary for healthy communication, and to growing spiritually through the lived reality of married life.

December Roses: Pastoral Reflections on Divorce – Hector M. Medina

Though much literature has been written on this topic, this book details the thought processes associated with the planning and execution of a divorce and the painful emotions and feelings which occur, while at the same time providing a means of prayerful healing for those involved in the divorce situation.

The Divorce Remedy: The Proven 7-Step Program for Saving Your Marriage – Michele Weiner Davis

In a down-to-earth style, Weiner Davis outlines a realistic, solution-oriented seven-step program for managing marital problems, which, when left unchecked, can drain the life out of a relationship.

How to Understand & Petition for Your Decree of Nullity – Rose Sweet

Only God can see deeply into the human heart. He knows how human frailty and weakness, and inabilities of some people to enter into marriage freely and fully despite their best attempts. After careful study of such an attempted union, the Church may be able to declare that no valid marriage bond was created. And this book will help you understand the process.

Marriage 911: How God Saved Our Marriage – Greg & Julie Alexander

Greg and Julie Alexander thought divorce was the only way out of their lifeless, loveless marriage. Quite unexpectedly, a faithful priest guided them back to the truths of the Church, and as they began to incorporate these truths into their lives, they were able to restore the love they once had for each other. Marriage 911 chronicles their journey back from the brink of divorce to marital happiness built on a strong Catholic faith.

Rebuilding After Divorce: Making Your House a Home Again – Rose Sweet

Whether you’ve recently divorced or it’s been a few years, you can rebuild a life rich in faith, hope, and lots of love. But first, you’ll need blueprints, clear directions to make your house a home again. For over 20 years, Rose Sweet has brought her wit and wisdom to the separated, divorced, and remarried.

Answers to Common Questions about Separation and Divorce  A document prepared by the Archdiocese of St. Louis, with material from Rose Sweet

Divorced Catholic We invite you on a journey back to a life filled with promise and peace. Allow Christ to walk with you as you rediscover His healing and rejuvenating power through the wisdom, richness, and truth of your Catholic faith.

Catholic Divorce Ministry Since 1974, CDM has been committed to the healing and recovery of those who have experienced separation and divorce.

Separated Faithful: Divorced or separated Catholics who remain faithful to marriage. Catholics who were reluctantly divorced or separated can continue to fulfill their marriage mission – to sanctify themselves and your spouse. Discuss the ongoing seven stages from the book, “The Gift of Self, A Spiritual Companion for Separated and Divorced Faithful to the Sacrament of Marriage.” See book review on USCCB. A conference phone call, second-Mondays monthly, at 9 pm.  Contact [email protected], with your name, parish, city.

The St. Raymond Nonnatus Foundation: We help families affected by divorce and separation through prayerful accompaniment and support groups.

The St. Raymond Nonnatus Foundation for Freedom, Family, Faith offers spiritual accompaniment for those affected by divorce and separation and families in crisis. They are headquartered in Philadelphia. For more information about the foundation go to www.nonnatus.org. Please subscribe to their YouTube Channel to receive notifications about upcoming podcasts.  Subscribe by clicking here. For more information about their services click here to send an email to the director.

Life-Giving Wounds: Catholic Ministry to Adult Children of Divorce or Separation: We offer Christ-centered healing through retreats, support groups, community, spiritual formation, resources & more. Join our events Online or in-person with our chapters across the United States and Canada.