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Archdiocese of Indianapolis
Office of Marriage and Family Life

- Divorce Support
  We are blessed in our Archdiocese to have offerings throughout the year to support men and women who have experienced divorce. Whether it was many years ago, or happening right now, our trained facilitators are able to listen, walk with you, help you process, and guide you to experience the closeness of God in this experience. Check out the listings below to learn about each of the events and programs that are available. For more information about pastoral support for the divorced, please contact Gabriela Ross, Director of the Office of Marriage and Family Life, at (317) 592-4007 or [email protected].
  
  Divorce Support and Recovery Group at Immaculate Heart of Mary
  Immaculate Heart of Mary parish in Indianapolis is offering a divorce support group on Wednesday evenings at 6:30pm beginning on January 8, 2025, for anyone who needs help recovering from divorce, regardless of faith. The class will meet for six consecutive weeks at the parish in the Our Lady of Suyapa Room. The hourly sessions will build off each previous session. Space is limited. Registration is available at https://services.ihmindy.org/divorce-support-group. Cost is $10. For more information, contact the parish office at (317) 257-2266 or Leah GiaQuinta at [email protected].
  
  "Surviving Divorce" Program
  Surviving Divorce meets for 12 sessions and covers materials in the "Surviving Divorce" program, which includes a short video and workbook journaling questions for each session, led by a trained facilitator who also helps participants to share their story and receive tools to work through their experiences. While this program does offer support for someone in the midst of a divorce, it is best suited to individuals looking to gain more knowledge and tools and looking to go deeper. It also provides resources for parents to help their children process their mom and dad's divorce, which is a unique tool. This program is a great follow-up to the Divorce and Beyond small group.
  
  Surviving Divorce Winter Program - There will be a Surviving Divorce program starting January 15, 2025 from 6:45-9 PM that will meet at St. Jude Catholic Church (5353 McFarland Rd, Indianapolis IN 46227) in the Guerin Room (Door 4). This program runs for 12 sessions; see dates below. To register, contact Patti Collins at (317) 786-4371 or [email protected].
  Dates for 2025 Surviving Divorce Program @ St. Jude, Indianapolis
  January 15
  January 22
  January 29
  February 12
  February 19
  February 26
  March 12
  March 19
  March 26
  April 9
  April 23
  April 30
  May 7 (Raincheck day, in case of inclement weather)
  May 14 (Second raincheck day, in case of inclement weather)
  
  Days of Reflection
  These are typically one-day events centered around a speaker, prayer, lunch, and an opportunity to connect with others who are divorced and seeking support.
  Immaculate Heart of Mary, Day of Reflection - October 19, 2024
  After attending the Day of Reflection in the Diocese of Lafayette, one participant wanted to bring a similar experience to the Archdiocese of Indianapolis through her parish. October 19, 2024 will be a day of reflection for the divorced, hosted by Immaculate Heart of Mary parish in Indianapolis. The day will feature renown divorce ministry speaker Dcn. Bob Angelich from the Diocese of Gary Indiana, as well as IHM parishioner Leah GiaQuinta, divorce transition coach. The day runs from 9:30am to 3:00pm and includes lunch. Cost is $10. Must be divorced to attend. More information and registration is available by following the link below, or calling the Parish Office at (317) 257-2266 or calling Leah GiaQuinta at [email protected].
  
  Diocese of Lafayette-in-Indiana, Day of Reflection
  For the past 4 or so years, there has been a day of reflection offered in the summertime for persons who have experienced divorce or separation. This one-day event has featured speakers like Fr. Jim Farrell and Dcn. Bob Angelich, and included lunch and time for prayer. The day of reflection is coordinated by Susan Macintosh for the Diocese of Lafayette-in-Indiana and is open to, and has been enjoyed by, participants from the Archdiocese of Indianapolis. The location has pretty consistently been St. Elizabeth Ann Seton parish (10655 Haverstick Rd. Carmel IN 46033). The last day of reflection took place in August 2024. We will add information about a future day of reflection as it becomes available.
  
  "Divorce and Beyond" Support Group
  Divorce and Beyond meets for 6 sessions and covers material in the "Divorce and Beyond" book with the help of a trained facilitator, while allowing participants to share their stories and receive tools to work through their experiences. This group is helpful to people who have recently gone through (or are currently going through) a divorce and want a more sharing-based experience, and also for those who have been divorced for some time and are looking for connection and peer support.
  Divorce and Beyond Holiday Support Group - There will be a Divorce and Beyond support group starting October 23, 2024 that will meet from 7-9pm at Holy Spirit Catholic Church (7243 E. 10th St. Indianapolis IN 46219) in Room 8 of the Parish Center. This program runs for 6 sessions; see dates below. Cost is $15 per person, and includes a copy of the "Divorce and Beyond" book. We strive to keep a small group environment, so our space will be limited to 8 participants. To register, click here.
  Dates for 2024 Divorce and Beyond Holiday Support Group @ Holy Spirit, Indianapolis
  October 23
  October 30
  November 6
  No meeting November 13
  November 20
  November 27
  December 4
  December 11 (Raincheck day in case of inclement weather)
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  "Being and Belonging" Retreat
  Being and Belonging is a peer-led retreat on the peaceful grounds of Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House in Indianapolis. This retreat will give you opportunities to hear from others who have walked this road and have found hope and healing, share in a small group setting and receive support from others who understand the complexities and difficulties of this experience, all while connecting with God through moments of prayer and reflection throughout the 3-day overnight retreat. This retreat is a great source of consolation for those who have recently experienced a divorce. It is also a place to reunite with old friends from past support groups and programs; to join together in prayer, reflection and community. For more information, visit Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House online and view their calendar of events to find this year's retreat dates and registration information.
  Being and Belonging Fall Retreat - There will be a Being and Belonging weekend retreat on November 22 -24 2024 at Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House (5353 East 56^th Street). Check-in is at 6pm on Friday and retreat ends at 1:30pm on Sunday. This overnight retreat includes keynote presentations, small group discussion, time for prayer and reflection, all meals, and overnight accommodations in a private room with a shared bathroom (between two rooms, not a communal dorm-style bathroom). See the links below for additional details, and to register.
  For more information about the Being and Belonging Retreat, go to Our Lady of Fatima's dedicated retreat page, here.
  To read or print out a retreat brochure, go to the online PDF by clicking here.
  To register for the retreat, visit Our Lady of Fatima's calendar and registration page by clicking here.
  Save the date for next year's Being and Belonging retreat: November 7-9, 2025.
  
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  Annulment Support Group
  Are you seeking an Annulment? Not sure where to start, or feeling overwhelmed by the process? Already started, but want to stay on track? There is a support group at Holy Spirit parish on the east side of Indianapolis that meets every other month in the parish center or sometimes outside when the weather is nice. Regular attendees will typically bring a dish to share for fellowship, but first-time participants are not asked to bring anything. There is no cost to attend the group. Come for one session or as many as you need. At each meeting, participants look at calendars and decide on a good date for the following meeting, two months away. Meeting months are listed below; please check back for exact dates as they become available. For more information about the group, contact the parish at (317) 353-9404.
  Dates for 2025 Annulment Support Group @ Holy Spirit, Indianapolis
  February 4
  April - Coming soon
  June
  August
  October
  December
  
  Spiritual Direction
  Did you know the Archdiocese of Indianapolis has a Spiritual Direction program? Some of our spiritual directors have received training especially for walking with Catholics who have experienced divorce or separation. To learn more about spiritual direction, and to see if one of these spiritual directors is available, visit the Office of Worship.
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  Declaration of Marriage Nullity (Annulments)
  Are you looking for information on annulments? The Office of the Tribunal provides a wealth of information about the annulment process, including frequently asked questions, how to begin the process, and what information you will need in order to begin. If you have an open case and would like an update on the process, you may also contact the Tribunal directly for assistance.
  Archdiocese of Indianapolis Tribunal Office
  (317) 236-1460
  [email protected]
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  Support in Spanish
  Did you know that the Marriage and Family Life Office offers a Divorce Support Group in Spanish? Did you know that the Tribunal Office can offer Spanish-language materials for the marriage nullity process? If you know someone who needs resources in Spanish, please contact Gabriela (for pastoral care) or the Tribunal staff (for marriage nullity resources) to assist you.
  Divorce Support Group in Spanish starts May 5, 2025
  The group will meet for 11 weeks on Monday evenings from 7:00 - 8:30pm at St. Patrick Catholic Church (950 Prospect Street Indianapolis IN 46203). Materials and conversation will be entirely in Spanish. Cost is $50 for the whole series and scholarships are available if needed. For more information, contact Claudia Corona at (317) 800-9306 or [email protected]. If you wish to share this information with a spanish-speaker, you may direct them to our divorce and anulment support page in Spanish using this link: https://marriageandfamily.archindy.org/anulacion-divorcio. You may also download the promotional flyer by clicking the button below and saving the file.
  Download Flyer for Divorce Support in Spanish 2025
  
  " Do not fear, for I am with you, do not be afraid, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my victorious right hand." Isaiah 41:10