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Your NACSDC International Board
Region 6 Representative:
Position Currently Vacant.
Please contact the NACSDC Central Office
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Archdiocese of Cincinnati |
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100 E. Eighth St., Cincinnati, OH 45202
Telephone: (513) 421-3131
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Office of Family Life
Deacon Fred Merritt, Director
100 E. Eighth St., Cincinnati, OH 45202
Telephone: 513-421-3131 FAX: 513-421-1582
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Office of Family Life, Dayton Office
266 Bainbridge St., Dayton, OH 45402
Telephone: 800-686-2724 FAX: 513-421-3131
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Office of Family Life, Northern Area: Jean Borgert
119 East Water St.,, Sidney, OH 45365
Telephone: 937-492-4449 FAX: 937-498-1193
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Catholic Social Services of Southwestern Ohio
Kathleen Donnellan, Executive Director
100 East Eighth Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Telephone: (513) 241-7745 FAX: (513) 241-4333
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Ministry for Divorced and Separated (Family Life Office)
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Family Life's web page for divorced and separated notes that the Family Life Office offers variety of programs through the various stages of divorce, though not all the programs are offered from each of the offices. Programs mentioned include Divorce Care, Just Me and The Kids, Rainbows, and Sunrise. Please contact the Family Life Office or one of the local offices for more information. |
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Cincinnati — New Visions Ministry of Southwestern Ohio.
New Visions has celebrated over 25 years of helping men and women who have suffered the loss of a love relationship through Separation, Divorce, or the Death of a spouse. They offer support groups in various locations around the city, facilitator training, and other programs. For current information please visit the New Visions website.
(Note: Previous information indicated that this group was coordinated under Catholic Social Services, but as of 1/1/2008 the New Visions website is no longer active. Please contact the Family Life Office for up-to-date information.)
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Covington, KY — In response to persons suffering the loss of a spouse through divorce, Family Ministry of the Diocese of Covington provides opportunities for healing and personal on-going growth to anyone experiencing critical life changes occurring within themselves and among family members. Check their list of upcoming group dates or contact the Family Ministry office. |
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Diocese of Cleveland |
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1027 Superior Ave., Cincinnati, OH 44114
Telephone: 216-696-6525 or 800-869-6525 FAX:
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Department for Marriage & Family Ministry
7911 Detroit Rd., Cleveland, OH 44102
Telephone: 216-334-2978 FAX: 216-334-2976
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Ministry to the Separated and Divorced
Department for Marriage and Family Ministry
Carol Petro, LSW, Marriage & Family Ministry Specialist
Telephone: 216-334-2975 FAX: 216-334-2976
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The Diocese's Ministry to the Separated and Divorced web page lists a wealth of support services, including workshops and retreats, 8-10 week divorce recovery groups, and ongoing support groups. Visit the web page for details. |
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Cleveland—Catholic Parishes of the Suburban West District and Catholic Charities each sponsor a number of eight- to ten-week Divorce Recovery Groups which meet at a variety of locations in the greater Cleveland area. The groups are designed to give direction and support to Catholics recently separated or divorced. All participants must pre-register for these sessions. Brochures and registration forms are available. Contact Gayle Cilimburg at 440-331-5372, or call Catholic Charities at 216-334-2975 for more information. |
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CARES—Catholic Recovery for the Separated and Divorced. The Catholic Parishes of Lake and Geauga Counties have joined together to provide help and healing for the hurt of separation and divorce. It is their mission to make the presence of the Catholic Church a part of your journey toward recovery; to promote emotional and sacramental healing; foster support, independence, and empowerment. |
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Diocese of Columbus |
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198 E. Broad St., Columbus, OH 43215
Telephone: (614) 224-2251
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Family Life Office
Stephanie Jenemann, Director
Susan Connolly, Program Coordinator, Divorce Ministry
197 E. Gay St., Columbus, Ohio 43215
Telephone: (614) 241-2560
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Diocese of Steubenville |
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422 Washington St., PO Box 969, Steubenville, OH 43952
Telephone: (740) 282-3631 FAX: (740) 282-3327
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Office of Christian Formation
Sister Mary Ann Corr, S.C.,Ed. D. Director
422 Washington St., PO Box 969, Steubenville, OH 43952
Telephone: (740) 282-3631 FAX: (740) 282-3327
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Diocese of Toledo |
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1933 Spielbusch Ave., Toledo, OH 43697
Mailing Address: PO Box 985, Toledo, OH 43697-0985
Telephone: 419-244-6711 FAX: 419-244-4791
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Family Life/Respect Life Office, Catholic Charities
Mr. Tim Galvin, Director
1933 Spielbusch Ave., Toledo, OH 43697
Mailing Address: PO Box 985, Toledo, OH 43697-0985
Telephone: 419-244-6711 or 800-926-8277 FAX: 419-244-4791 or 419-244-4860
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Divorced and Separated Ministry (Family Life/Respect Life Office)
Mr. Tim Etue, Program Coordinator
Telephone: 419-244-6711 x404 |
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The Family Life/Respect Life webpage maintains an extensive list of current support groups (in PDF format) and retreat information for separated and divorced. Please visit the Family Life/Respect Life webpage for current meeting details and contact information. |
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Diocese of Youngstown |
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144 W. Wood St., Youngstown, OH 44503
Telephone: (330) 744-8451 FAX: (330) 742-6448
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Office of Pro-Life, Marriage & Family Ministry
Melinda Knight, Director
144 W. Wood St., Youngstown, OH 44503-1030
Telephone: (330) 744-8451 x289 FAX: (330) 744-2848
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Canton—New Life Ministries of Ohio. New Life Ministry's sessions deal with the cycle of grief and emotions experienced in the divorce and separation process. They also deal with the spirituality of God's never ending love, His strength and the power of prayer. New Life Ministry is sponsored by St. Barbara's Parish of Massillon and hosted by St. Michael's Parish of Canton, Ohio. You must be pre-registered. Two classes are given per year. For more information, including an application and contact info, please visit the New Life website. |
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Poland—Holy Family Separated and Divorced Group. Meetings are held at 7:00 P.M. on the first and third Monday of every month at Holy Family Parish, 2729 Center Rd., Poland, OH 44514. For more information please call the parish at (330) 757-1545. |
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