Every marriage experiences difficulties, but you do not have to bear those burdens alone. If you, your spouse, or someone you care about is currently struggling in marriage, give us a call at the Office for Laity and Family. We will connect you to local resources and support, and keep you in our prayers. To join or start a local group, please check with your parish or contact us at the Office for Laity and Family.
Navigating Difficulties
Ministries of Accompaniment
Separation and Divorce
At Retrouvaille, we understand that every marriage faces difficult seasons. If you’re struggling or feeling disconnected, please know that you are not alone and there is real hope. Our program offers practical tools and proven guidance to help couples like you rebuild connection, restore trust, and learn new, healthier ways to work through challenges. You can rediscover the love that brought you together and create a stronger, more fulfilling relationship.
Since 1977, Retrouvaille has helped over 180,000 couples renew and enrich their marriages in a supportive environment. We can help you, too.
Take the first step to a better marriage. Visit HelpOurMarriage.org/EasternPA, call or text 717-356-2185, or email EasternPA@HelpOurMarriage.org.
Life-Giving Wounds helps adult children of divorce find healing and community.
Beginning Experience offers support and community for those suffering the loss of a spouse through death, separation, or divorce. Beginning Experience offers hope for a new beginning, a sense of community, and an opportunity for healing among those you can trust – people who have experienced a similar loss. During the weekend, a team of adults who have experienced the loss of a spouse will lead participants through a series of presentations, private reflections, and small group sharing.
2026 Dates: May 1–3 and October 30–November 1 at Camp Kirchenwald in Lebanon, PA.
The Tribunal provides guidance and recourse to those who are civilly divorced and wish to better understand the Church’s teaching on divorce and remarriage as well as explore the possibility for declaring a marriage null.
Surviving Divorce is a program that offers small groups to find hope and healing after separation and divorce.
Infertility and Child Loss
Springs in the Desert walks with those who are experiencing a season of infertility.
Red Bird Ministries is a grief support ministry for those who suffer the loss of a child, whether in the womb or a grown adult. To get started with Red Bird, download the free app on your iPhone or Android and join the Harrisburg Chapter!
