The following programs and services are Catholic-based and can help marriages that are deeply troubled. Here you will find resources for:
Help for Distressed Marriages
Counseling Services
St. Raphael Counseling | Couples Counseling
Couples counseling can be a valuable addition to any relationship since it gives each person involved fundamental tools and healthy coping strategies to manage their communication, show respect for each other, and grow in healthy ways.
Weekend Programs
Retrouvaille
The Denver Retrouvaille Community believes that every marriage, a union of one man and one woman, deserves the opportunity to survive, be healed and thrive as a covenant of life & love.
Upcoming Retreat dates:
September 8, 2023
Call 303-317-5111 or email retrouvaille.co@gmail.com
Parish Ministries for Single & Divorced Parents
St. John the Evangelist (Loveland)
The Catholic Single Parent Ministry provides a faith-based support group to affirm the dignity of the single parent through their relationship with Christ and the Church. This is a place of connection and community for Catholic single parents. This group meets the second Friday of the month (January – October) at 7 PM in the parish school.
- Location: St. John the Evangelist, Loveland
- More information: singleparentfamilyministry15@gmail.com
St. Thomas More: Single and Raising Saints
A spiritually supportive group that provides fellowship and guidance to single-parent families as well as helps them become disciples of the Catholic faith in our neighborhoods and parish community. Cost is $15.00 for resources.
- Location: St. Thomas More Catholic Church, Centennial
- More information: Melanie Lauer, melaniel@stthomasmore.org or 303-221-9234
St. Thomas More: Surviving Divorce
Join our 12-week Surviving Divorce program, which covers shock, grief, anger, forgiveness, finances, annulment and remarriage. Cost is $25.00 for resources.
- Location: St. Thomas More Catholic Church, Centennial
- More information: Melanie Lauer, melaniel@stthomasmore.org or 303-221-9234
St. Mary’s (Littleton): Divorce & Beyond
Join our 10-week program about divorce and beyond for divorced Catholics. Topics include self-image, stress, anger, guilt, loneliness, and forgiveness. Cost is $10.00 for resources.
- Location: St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Littleton
- More information: Cheryl Cummins, cacummins@comcast.net or Deacon Mike at mseback@stmarylittleton.org
Spirit of Christ: Divorce Ministry
The mission of this ministry is to provide compassionate Christian education and awareness that helps those dealing with separation or divorce to heal and rebuild their lives. This group meets throughout the year on Thursdays at 7 PM.
- Location: Spirit of Christ Catholic Church, Arvada
- More information: divorceministry@spiritofchrist.org
- Contact Deacon Charlie: deaconcharlie@spiritofchrist.org
Help for Pornography Problems
Are you in a relationship with someone who has a problem with pornography? Has pornography affected your marriage and family life? Find resources and local support groups below that can help bring healing into your relationships, marriage and family life.
Catholic Counseling Services & Support Groups
St. Raphael Counseling | Couples Counseling
Couples counseling is a valuable opportunity for couples who want to build a healthy and long-lasting relationship. It can be a worthwhile investment for the long-term, providing couples with the skills and strategies they need to manage life together in a healthy way.
Online Resources
Strive
Experience powerful videos and challenges delivered daily to help you break free from pornography for good. Journey with Matt Fradd and brothers from around the world in the STRIVE online community.
Love People, Use Things | A Podcast by Matt Fradd, Catholic Apologist and Speaker
Love People Use Things is a podcast for those who are tired of the fantasy of pornography and are ready for reality. No matter who you are or where you’ve been, you’re welcome.
RECLAiM | Sexual Health
RECLAiM Sexual Health offers a science-based, Catholic Online Recovery Program and other resources for those who desire to reclaim God’s plan for their lives and the lives of loved ones impacted by pornography or other unhealthy sexual behaviors.
Covenant Eyes
(Windows, MacOS, iOs, Android, Kindle Fire)
Covenant Eyes is a monthly subscription service that provides internet accountability for individuals, families, and communities. It is designed to help you overcome porn by monitoring your internet activity and sending a report to a trusted friend who holds you accountable.
K9 Web Protection | What do you want to protect?
K9 Web Protection is a free Internet filter and parental control software for your home Windows or Mac computer.
Net Nanny | Allows the Good, Keeps Out the Bad
Net Nanny is a powerful parental control and internet safety solution that helps parents protect their children and monitor their Internet use.
Additional Reading
- “Bought With a Price: Every Man’s Duty to Protect Himself and His Family from a Pornographic culture.” Most Rev. Paul S. Loverde, Diocese of Arlington, VA – Pastoral Letter on Pornography
- “Porn Goes Mainstream” Most Rev. Paul S. Loverde – First Things Article
- “The Truth & Meaning of Human Sexuality: Guidelines for Education within the Family.” Pontifical Council for the Family
- covenanteyes.com/2015/06/08/why-marriage-wont-cure-your-porn-problem/
